![]() ![]() Working together with the Ministry of Health, health care agencies and community leaders, we deliver hospital, community and long-term care services across a diverse geography that spans 215,000 square kilometres. For 20 years, Interior Health has worked together with partners and communities, inspired by innovation and the pursuit of a healthier tomorrow. We strive to live out our vision: Health and well-being for all, as we deliver health services to the over 800,000 people across British Columbia’s southern Interior region. A little more urban than other health service areas, the Okanagan still has rural areas and a strong sense of community.Ĭaring is at the heart of who we are. ![]() There are three major urban centers: Kelowna, Vernon and Penticton. It has a population of over 313,000 and covers an area over 20,000 square kilometers. The Central Okanagan is the most populated of Interior Health’s service areas. Boating, hiking, camping, fishing, mountain biking, and cycling are all in abundance – just to name a few. In the summer, beautiful beaches and hot dry summers lure vacationers from around the globe. Other activities such as Nordic skiing and snowshoeing are also popular. ![]() World-class ski resorts such as Big White, Silver Star and Apex are within a short driving distance of the main cities. The Okanagan enjoys a moderate winter climate in town with champagne powder in the mountains. Awarded with the number two most beautiful beaches in all of Canada (only trailing behind Tofino, BC), this region promises a beautiful area to visit and live year round. Visitors and neighbouring residents alike are drawn to the Okanagan for its beautiful scenery and lifestyle. The Kootenay Centre for the Arts is a hub of cultural events, and there are also special events like the Kaslo Jazz Festival and Trail’s Silver City Days that attract hundreds of visitors each year. This area is also known for its varied cultural assets. Residents are glad to enjoy all the amenities, but none of the congestion of the “big-city” lifestyle. They value the benefits of smaller rural centres such as safe communities and minimal crime. Residents of this area have a strong connection to the community. In summer, the area is famous for mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, waterskiing, fishing, boating and golf. In winter, the ski areas provide downhill, cross-country and heli-skiing. Recreation is important to life in the Kootenay Boundary. ![]() Residents enjoy glacier-fed lakes, majestic vistas, natural hot springs, a temperate climate and vibrant communities. Situated between the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges, the Kootenay Boundary area is home to just under 80,000 people. From rodeos to music festivals to live theatre, there is always a community event extending a warm welcome. The East Kootenay Health Service Area has a vibrant and eclectic culture. As the Wilderness Capital of BC, this area promises wild animals and the great outdoors will be right at your doorstep. The Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers run through this area providing spectacular sights and experiences. The East Kootenay region is situated along the Rocky Mountains providing lush green forests, clear glacier-fed lakes, and spectacular alpine meadows. The outdoor enthusiast can find almost any activity in East Kootenay including hang gliding, river rafting, heli-skiing, hiking, camping, skiing, fishing and snowmobiling - just to name a few. Rated as the sunniest city in Canada, Cranbrook boasts more sunshine hours per year than anywhere else in the country. Visitors and residents are drawn to the scenic East Kootenay area for the world-class recreational activities, strong cultural presence and the abundance of sunshine. ![]()
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