At a Glance
Population: 10,700
Health Services: Cariboo Memorial Hospital
Housing: Affordable single dwellings, strata lots, recreational properties, adult complexes and acreages. Average residential selling price of $234,000.
Education: Eight elementary schools (one French Immersion) and two secondary schools. Thompson Rivers University – Williams Lake Campus, offers programs ranging from Nursing, Trades, University courses to Adult Basic Education.
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Williams Lake, BC
School District No. 27
Cariboo Memorial Hospital
Williams Lake is located in the heart of the Cariboo Chilcotin. As the largest and fastest growing city in the area; it serves as a business, industrial and service hub for outlying communities.
For lifestyle, the mixture of frontier charm and urban living can't be beat. Williams Lake is a modern city with all major amenities; hometown and western hospitality make this an ideal place to raise a family, start a business or retire. The surrounding pristine wilderness provides an unlimited playground while the convenience of city living is just outside your door. This attractive mix of business opportunity and high-quality lifestyle make Williams Lake a great place to "hang your hat"!
Home to the famous Williams Lake Stampede, rodeo enthusiasts and community members come together on the July 1st weekend for a fun-filled family event that is sure to please all. 2011 will mark 85th year for the Stampede in Williams Lake.
Outdoor recreation enthusiasts are drawn to the area's natural amenities. World class mountain bike trails, miles of hiking, skiing, and snowboarding terrain and hundreds of lakes fit for kayaking, rafting, boating, fishing, and camping make Williams Lake one of BC's last, true, wilderness escapes. The community itself is vibrant and actively encourages participation in sport, leisure and many cultural events.
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