All About Prince George
Prince George is the largest city in one of the fastest growing regions in Canada. Prince George is located in the heart of B.C., at the junction of Highways 16 and 97, and is located at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechanko Rivers.
The City of Prince George is a vibrant, and diverse community that offers affordable housing, and an extensive range of recreational opportunities, quality services and incomes above provincial averages.
The population of Prince George is 76,708 (2021 census).
For more information visit The City of Prince George website here.
Visit Tourism Prince George here.
Prince George has a moderate climate due to its centralized location. There are four distinct seasons - May to September provides lots of sun while November to March provides lots of snow. Up to date weather can be found by visiting the Weather Network: Prince George
Transportation
Prince George is located at the junction of Highway 97 (runs North-South) and Highway 16 (runs East-West). The provincial and federal governments have invested in road infrastructure within Northern BC. A current project includes widening Highway 97 from Cache Creek to Prince George to four lanes.
DISTANCE TO MAJOR CITIES
- Vancouver, BC 786km
- Calgary, Alberta 793km
- Edmonton, Alberta 742km
- Prince Rupert, BC 722km
- Fort St. John, BC 458km
Local public transportation is provided by Prince George Transit in conjunction with BC Transit. Detailed schedules, and route planners can be found by visiting: Prince George Transit System
The Prince George International Airport has the fourth longest runway in Canada and provides air service to both domestic and international destinations. Air Canada, Central Mountain Air, Pacific Coastal and WestJet operate out of YXS with multiple flights every day to Vancouver, Calgary, Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, Smithers, Terrace/Kitimat, Fort Nelson and Fort St. John.
Government
The City of Prince George is governed by an elected Council comprised of a Mayor and eight Councillors.
Emergency Services
Call 911 if you require fire, police, or an ambulance!
HealthLink BC
Phone: 811 or visit: Website
HealthLink BC provides free non-emergency health information and referral services. You can get help and information nay time of the day or night, every day of the year. Call 8-1-1 to ask a registered nurse your health questions.
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All about Prince George
Prince George provides a variety of programs and services for its residents.
For details on programs, facilities and events, please visit: Recreation and Activities
Prince George offers:
- Five arenas
- Price George Aquatic Centre and Four Seasons Leisure Pool
- a vibrant and bustling arts and culture community which includes: Prince George Playhouse, Studio 2880, Two Rivers Gallery, Railway and Forestry Museum, and the CN Centre
- Prince George Public Library
- Over 3400 hectares of parks and open spaces
- Pine Valley Golf Course
- Over 70 Tennis courts
