Kootenay Boundary Region
Communities
BOUNDARY cOUNTRY
Every season leads to adventure
Population: 13,300 | Growth: 3.6% (2016-2021)
An abundance of natural resources, rich agricultural lands, and commercial properties provide opportunity, affordability and lifestyle choices for those seeking to relocate.
Big White / Boundary Country, BC
FRUITVALE
The heart of the Beaver Valley
Population: 2,700 | Growth: 2% (2016-2021)
A country lifestyle with open space, clean air, and agricultural potential, while remaining closely connected to regional employment and services in the South Kootenay.
Photo by Ashley Voykin / Courtesy of Tourism Rossland
Grand Forks
Gateway to the Boundary Country
Population: 4,112 | Growth: 1.6% (2016-2021)
Located at the confluence of the Granby and Kettle Rivers in the Boundary Country, Grand Forks serves as the region’s economic hub. This agricultural community offers small-town charm with mountain valley living and proximity to Christina Lake recreation.
Grand Forks by Tina Bryan / Boundary Country Tourism
MONTROSE
Gateway to the Beaver Valley
Population: 1,013 | Growth: 1.7% (2016-2021)
Montrose benefits from close proximity to regional employment in industry, healthcare, education, and services, supporting steady residential demand while maintaining a quieter, small-town setting.
Photo by Ashley Voykin / Courtesy of Tourism Rossland
ROSSLAND
Canada's alpine city
Population: 4,400 | Growth: 11% (2016-2021)
A historic mountain community, situated in the heart of the Monashee Mountains. At an elevation of 1,023m (3,410 ft), it is one of Canada’s highest incorporated cities, characterized by a walkable heritage downtown and immediate access to exceptional outdoor recreation.
Photo by Ashley Voykin / Courtesy of Tourism Rossland
TRAIL
Home of champions
Population: 7,920 | Growth: 2.7% (2016-2021)
Located along the Columbia River, Trail is a compact and walkable city anchored by a scenic riverfront esplanade and two landmark bridges, including the Columbia River Skywalk —one of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in North America.
Photo by Kenton Doupe / Courtesy of City of Trail
WARFIELD
Jewel of the Kootenays
Population: 1,760 | Growth: 4.3% (2016-2021)
Warfield is known for its strong volunteer spirit, active sports culture, and distinctive character. The community is affectionately nicknamed “Mickey Mouse Town” for its iconic peaked-roof homes built in the late 1930s as worker housing.
Photo by Ryan Flett / Courtesy of Tourism Rossland
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about the Region
Tucked between the Okanagan and Kootenay regions, this area is known for its natural beauty and small communities like Grand Forks and Greenwood (Canada’s smallest city!). The area offers boundless opportunities for fishing pristine lakes, wilderness mountain biking, agritourism, scenic drives and historic sites. Home to Christina Lake, Baldy and Big White Mountain resorts this area is full of adventure and opportunities for all.
Growing Economy
Key economic sectors include manufacturing, critical minerals, agriculture, fishing, hunting, forestry construction and tourism. The Boundary region has moderate climate, allowing for a wide range of crops. This is fueling an emerging processing sector that produces added-value meat, honey, fruit, dairy, wine, and wool. The broader manufacturing sector is diverse, including rock wool manufacturing, steel fabrication, and gravel processing operations.
Pioneer Heritage
Farmers, ranchers, prospectors and pioneers made their way to Boundary Country, some drawn by the land itself and others by stories of gold and copper. Here you can explore historic sites, local museums, learn about Doukhobor culture at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre and visit vibrant galleries. Grand Forks Art Gallery is a cultural hub showcasing thought-provoking and artistically ambitious exhibitions featuring local, regional and national artists.
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