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British Columbia, Canada

Where Rivers Meet & Friends Gather
Economic Development Contact

Jane Stevenson, Economic Development Officer
(250) 846 5212 | 

Originally settled by Europeans in 1906 and incorporated in 1952, the Village of Telkwa, meaning "Where the Rivers Meet", is located in the Bulkley Valley at the confluence of the Telkwa and Bulkley Rivers. Today, the Village of Telkwa has a vibrant population of 1,403 people and is one of the few communities in northern BC showing a growing population at a rate of 3.2%, which is double the provincial average.

Businesses in Telkwa should consider not only the local customer base but also the travelling public, many of whom stay at the nearby Tyhee Lake Provincial Park and participate in the many outdoor activities Telkwa has to offer.

Surrounded by snow-capped mountain ranges and a myriad of lakes and streams, Telkwa's spectacular natural setting offers extensive outdoor adventure and recreational opportunities. Telkwa has summer and winter wilderness adventures including hiking into an alpine lake, rafting through whitewater rapids, skiing down fresh powder slopes or battling the will of large steelhead. Local sightseeing and adventure tour operators offer world-class hunting and sport fishing, hiking, canoeing, rafting, kayaking, bird watching and wilderness photography explorations. The adventures continue in the winter with phenomenal ice climbing, cross-country, backcountry and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing.

Telkwa is a young community committed to creating a family friendly lifestyle. Over one quarter of the total population is under the age of 14, and as such there are many community family events hosted each year in Telkwa. Every year the Bulkley Valley Kinsmen host the Telkwa BBQ, which brings together the whole region and September 2012 marks the 100th Anniversary. Typically more than 6000 people attend the small-town event. The Telkwa BBQ has musical performers, a derby, a large draw for prizes and more. Another popular Telkwa event is "Music in the Park", which takes place once a month from May to October and showcases local area musicians at the scenic Eddy Park

The downtown core is located on the major transportation corridor Highway 16 and is zoned for commercial and home based businesses. There is also land within our municipality that is zoned for industrial use. The Village of Telkwa encourage the health, retail, service and foods sectors to establish themselves here in Telkwa and benefit from the buying power of our local residents and our tourist economy.

Telkwa currently has a large building supply store, an established gas station, two small capacity restaurants, a laundraumat, a corner store, a warehouse retail store, two bed and breakfasts, one eight-unit motel, a pottery shop, one fishing lodge, and a butcher shop that retails local produce, eggs and meats. These business are located on or near Highway 16 and close to the post office, museum, reading centre and the scenic Bulkley River sidewalk route.

Telkwa has recently established an eight unit seniors’ rental housing complex and there is opportunity for investments in the medical health and retail services geared towards helping these seniors age in place. Real opportunity exists in Telkwa for further investments in our business economy as the local citizens, mayor and council want to increase the amenities available in our fine village.

Local Investment Opportunities

  • Subdivision Development Area for sale
    This ideal 12 lot subdivision overlooking Tyhee Lake will provide future families the perfect lifestyle environment with green space, nature trails and lakeshore enjoyment.

Local Infrastructure Projects

Telkwa Community Hall
The hall has been serving the community since the 1970's and is the cornerstone of Telkwa's community. Many cultural events take place here, including the Telkwa BBQ.

Community Field Project
In September of 2012 the municipality will begin a two year $200,000 + project to construct an outdoor multi use community field on the municipal recreation site known as the Telkwa Barbeque Grounds.

Telkwa Barbeque Grounds Improvement Project
The municipality in partnership with the Bulkley Valley Kinsmen have concentrated on improving the community recreation grounds known as the Telkwa Barbeque Grounds. 2011 saw significant improvements to the community hall to make it a viable rental facility and an attractive community centre. The Bulkley Valley Kinsmen are currently (May 2012) constructing an outdoor timber frame stage on the community grounds. The large outdoor stage will be completed in September 2012 and be available for music, dance or theatre productions on the community grounds.

Community Economic Development Contact

Jane Stevenson
Economic Development Officer
Village of Telkwa
(250) 846 5212

www.telkwa.com

Community Contacts

Mayor

Carman Graf
Village of Telkwa
http://www.telkwa.com/

Community Contact

Kim Martinsen
Chief Administrative Officer
Village of Telkwa
250-846-5212

www.telkwa.com

Chamber of Commerce Contact

Smithers District Chamber of Commerce
Heather Gallagher
Manager of Smithers District Chamber of Commerce
800-542-6673

http://www.smitherschamber.com

Community Futures Contact

Sharon Hartwell
Community Futures Nadina
250-847-1389

www.cfnadina.ca