Vanderhoof (British Columbia)
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| Location in British Columbia | |||
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| Province : | British Columbia | ||
| Regional District : | Bulkley nechaco | ||
| Coordinates : | 54 ° 1 ′ N , 124 ° 1 ′ W | ||
| Height : | 640 m | ||
| Area : | 54.83 km² | ||
| Residents : | 4480 (as of 2011) | ||
| Population density : | 81.7 inhabitants / km² | ||
| Time zone : | Pacific Time ( UTC − 8 ) | ||
Vanderhoof is the geographic center of British Columbia , Canada . The city is located in the Nechako Valley on the Yellowhead Highway and is surrounded by fertile farmland and extensive forests. It is located at a height of 674 m above sea level. Closest town is Prince George , 60 km east of Vanderhoof.
The granting of local self-government for the municipality took place on January 22, 1926 ( incorporated as Village Municipality ). The status of the municipality changed over time and since December 31, 1982 Vanderhoof has the status of a district municipality ( District Municipality ).
population
The 2011 census revealed a population of 4,480 for the small community. The city's population has increased by 10.2% compared to the 2006 census, while the population in the province of British Columbia grew by 7.0% at the same time.
climate
Average temperatures in July are 16.5 ° C and in winter -12.5 ° C
economy
The economy, traditionally based on natural resources, is developing slowly. It will continue to build on forestry and agriculture, but also on tourism. The solid growth in the craft sector with international exports creates a healthy business climate.
The median income of employees in Vanderhoof in 2006 was C $ 22,283, compared to C $ 24,867 in the province of British Columbia.
traffic
With the Yellowhead Highway, Vanderhoof has quick access to the ice-free Pacific harbor in Prince Rupert . In an easterly direction the highway leads to Winnipeg . Vanderhoof Airport is 5 km north of the city .
Excursion destinations
The area around Vanderhoof is a popular resting place for geese on their annual hikes in spring and autumn. About 80 km southwest of the city is the Cheslatta Falls , where the Cheslatta River meets the Nechako River . The Heritage Village Museum informs its visitors about the history of the city in the pioneering days. In many places high-yield fishing grounds invite you to fish.
Web links
Individual evidence
- ^ Origin Notes and History. Vanderhoof. GeoBC , accessed November 25, 2012 .
- ^ Vanderhoof District Municipality Profile. Census 2011. Statistics Canada , November 2, 2012, accessed November 25, 2012 .
- ↑ Vanderhoof Community Facts. BCStats , accessed November 25, 2012 .