Prince George BC Canada
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Our Geographic Location
Parkwood Mall Prince George is the fourth largest city in British Columbia with a population of approximately 75,000.
Built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers, Prince George is close to the geographic center of British Columbia and has become a transportation hub as well as an important link in the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor.
In Prince George, BC’s northern capital, you are just minutes from being fully immersed in the wonders of our natural surroundings – this is a true outdoor person’s paradise. A warm, friendly and diverse population attests to our community spirit. You can be assured of discovering a myriad of entertainment and recreational options year- round, from heritage and cultural opportunities to good old family fun.
What's Great about Prince George
As the largest city in Northern British Columbia, and located centrally in the province, Prince George provides the amenities of a larger shopping and service centre, while offering instant access to nearby picturesque wilderness and outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, golf and camping.
Young Musicians Variety is the spice of life in this city. A surprisingly sophisticated experience awaits Prince George visitors who enjoy the cultural scene including and art gallery, fine music, dance and theatre. The Prince George Symphony Orchestra (PGSO), actively participates in many local events throughout the year.
Pops in the Park is a fall concert held in Fort George Park every year. Take in any number of theatre or musical performances, attend a local festival, learn about the city's history or visit its heritage sites, or take in any number of local attractions. There is something for everyone in Prince George.
A Regional Economy
Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for Northern British Columbia and services a rural region of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs - due to short and quick commutes - result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions.
Climate and Weather
Winter Recreation Summers are generally shorter and a little cooler than the southern part of BC, with temperatures ranging between 20 to 33 degrees Celsius.
Late spring and early fall usually offer mild weather conditions, with average lows of around 15 degrees Celsius. The winters are generally colder and drier the further north you travel.
Most northern destinations receive incredible snow from the middle of November until the middle of March, providing exceptional opportunities for winter recreation. Lows vary depending on location, but average minus 10 degrees Celsius.
How to Get Here
Prince George is located at the junction of Highway 97 and the Yellowhead Highway 16, 76 miles (123 km) north of Quesnel, 200 km (120 miles) south of Mackenzie, 451 miles (722 km) east of Prince Rupert, and 487 miles (780 km) north of Vancouver.
Flights to Prince George are available via Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Fort St. John. The two largest passenger airlines servicing Prince George are West Jet and Air Canada, with smaller carriers Central Mountain Air and Northern Thunderbird Air. The Prince George International Airport (YXS) serves Prince George and the surrounding area with eleven direct flights to Vancouver and one direct flight to Calgary daily. Nearly 400,000 passengers travel through the airport annually. Recently completed was an expansion of the terminal building, which includes a new International Arrivals area the expansion of our runway system with the third largest runway in Canada allowing us to accept flights from larger aircraft.
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