Known as the base camp of the Kootenays, Cranbrook is the largest urban centre and regional focal point in southeastern B.C. Family-oriented and wholesome, Cranbrook has all the charm of a small town with the added advantages of a big city.
- Safe, secure, and affordable, Cranbrook is the perfect city
- Population 21,000 (and growing!)
- The average age in Cranbrook is 44 years old
- Cranbrook is the sunniest city in British Columbia
- Home of the Canadian Rockies International Airport
Building for the Future
In the past 5 years Cranbrook has issued over $300M in building permits and constructed 897 dwelling units.
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- Our History
- Cranbrook Today
- Working Together For You
- Business / Entrepreneur Resources
- Moving Around Cranbrook
- Living in Cranbrook
- Finances & Money
- Living in Cranbrook
- Learning in Cranbrook
- Staying Healthy in Cranbrook
- Enjoying Cranbrook
- Living in Cranbrook
- Staying Safe in Cranbrook
- Municipal Government