Community Profile

Population of Town of Smithers : 5217 (based on 2006 Census figures)
Rural Electoral District A: 5400
Trading Area Population: 20,000
Labour Force: 11,470

ALL ECONOMIC FAMILIES
Median family income $64,460
Average family income $69,931
Standard error of average family income $2,335

COUPLE ECONOMIC FAMILIES
Median family income $70,384
Average family income $76,170
Standard error of average family income $2,571

Housing

The Town of Smithers real estate market is quite active. As of July 2009 the average sale price for:
Newer Single family home $300,000.00 - $450,000.00
Older Single family home $225,000.00 - $275,000.00
Mobile home $10,000.00 - $75,000.00
Apartments rent for $500.00 – $850.00 per month.

The average serviced residential lot is price is $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
A rural residence on a two-hectare (5 acres) lot would sell for $100,000.00 - $500,000.00. The rural fringe area development is available, subject to market demands and the long-term development potential is ample (a lot of supply).

The land area of Smithers encompasses some 1600 ha, and is 489 m (1627 ft) above sea level.

For more information on Industrial, Residential or Recreational Real Estate in Smithers, contact Re/Max Bulkley Valley or Calderwood Realty the local Real Estate companies.

Climate

Community Services

Smithers is home to numerous government agencies and community services. The following is a partial list of the types of services available:

BC Government Agent, Social Services & Housing, Ambulance, Conservation Officer, Canada Employment Centre, Mental Health Centre, Forest Service Office, Agriculture & Fisheries, Fire Department, Provincial Emergency Program, Customs Office, Smithers District Chamber of Commerce, R.C.M.P., Highways Department, Transport Canada.

Transportation & Utilities

Smithers is serviced by a wide variety of transportation and utility providers. Local utilities are provided by BC Hydro and Power Authority, Pacific Northern Gas and Telus.

Transportation corridors in our area include Smithers airport, Trans-Canada Yellowhead Highway 16, Stewart-Cassiar Highway 37, and railway. Freight and passenger services are provided through Smithers to the rest of the province and beyond by many companies.

Canadian National Railway, Via Rail - Skeena Route, Air Canada Jazz'' daily service from Vancouver, Hawkair daily service to Vancouver and Central Mountain Air's daily service to Terrace and Prince George and on to numerous communities. Charter Services are available from Canadian Helicopters, Northen Mountain Helicopters, Central Mountain Air, Northern Thunderbird Air and Highland Helicopters.

If ground transportation better fits your needs call Greyhound Bus Lines, First Bus Canada Ltd. or charter from Smithers Bus Service. If you just need to get around town BV Taxi can get you there.

Canadian Freightways, Motorways, Clark Freightways and Bandstra Transportation Systems (Member of United Van Lines) can supply all your freight and moving needs. Smaller packages can be moved around town or across the country by DHL Courier Services, C.F. Parcel Express, Greyhound Bus Parcel Express, Purolator Courier, S&L Speedy Delivery, Air Canada Jazz or Central Mountain Air.

Media

Local AM/FM Radio station The Peak (AM 870 FM 106.5) provides local coverage, while C.J.F.W. (FM 92.9), based in Terrace casts a wider net with news and information from around the region. C.B.C. (FM 97.5) & C.B.C. (FM Stereo 88.1) are both available throughout the Bulkley Valley. Also available is CFNR (FM 95.1) a classic rock station based out of Terrace.

Television stations C.B.C. , B.C.T.V. , Knowledge Network are broadcast locally, and cablevision is available from Monarch Cablesystem.

The Interior News is the local weekly, and newspapers from around the province are available at local news stands.

Medical Services

Education

Post Secondary and College

Christian Schools

In addition, Smithers has a number of independent Christian Schools:
Bulkley Valley Christian School (Elementary), 4035 Walnut Street, 250-847-9833
Bulkley Valley Christian School (Secondary), 3575 14th Avenue, 250-847-4238
St. Joseph's Catholic School, 4054 Broadway Avenue, 250-847-9414
Ebenezer Canadian Reformed School, 1685 Lower Viewmont Rd, 250-847-3492

Service Clubs & Organizations

Elks, Legion, K-40, 2 Rotary Clubs, Bulkley Valley Foundation, Bulkley Valley Steelhead Assn., Lions, Ladies Auxiliary to Hospital, Kinsmen, Community Services Assn., Royal Canadian Sea Cadets, Toastmasters, Welcome Wagon, Bulkley Lodge Society, Volunteer Bureau.

Religious

Cultural & Interest Organizations:

Ballet Dancing, Smithers Community Choir, Pottery Club, Bulkley Valley Community Arts Council, Bulkley Valley Historical & Museum Society, Dogwood Bluegrass Society, Sweet Harmony Female, Bulkley Valley Gymnastics Association, Bowling, Badminton, Big Game Guides, Soccer, Kayaking, Golf, Piano, Concert Association, Gallery Association, Spinners & Weavers Guild, Friendship Centre, B.V. Rod and Gun Club, Baseball/Softball, Baton Twirlers, Canoeing, Kinder gym, Triathalon, Curling, Sky Diving, Photo Club, Swiss Club, Folk Music Society, Hudson Bay Mtn. Quilters, Barbershop Singers, Beekeeping Club, Judo, Rugby, Training, Weightlifting, Snowmobiling, Skiing (Downhill & Cross Country)

Recreation Facilities

Indoor

Outdoor