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The Okanagan Valley is an area of economic diversity with an abundance of recreational opportunities, moderate climate and stunning beauty. This exceptional mix of business and lifestyle factors is why many who discover the Okanagan while holidaying or traveling on business choose to return to live and work here. The area's entrepreneurial spirit sends out a clear message: the Okanagan is well positioned to do business in the global marketplace.

The Central Okanagan is situated along the shores of Okanagan Lake in the southern interior of British Columbia. Kelowna, with approximately 109,000 people, is the hub of the region. It is located approximately 400 km (250 miles) east of Vancouver and 130 km (80 miles) north of the United States border, and is the largest center for urban development, business, commerce, retail and health care services between Greater Vancouver and Alberta. In fact, Kelowna has been recognized three times as the most cost-effective business location in the Pacific Region of North America by the international accounting firm, KPMG, and Canadian Business Magazine has declared Kelowna as the best place to do business in British Columbia.