Venture Kamloops

Industries

Kamloops and Region Key Industries and Economic Sectors

Aug 5, 2015
The city of Kamloops’ economy is strong and diverse. Forestry, mining, retail and agriculture have always anchored the economy of Kamloops as core, or driver, industries and now the emerging areas of technology, bioenergy, sustainable industry and tourism are strengthening our economic base and contributing to the city’s dynamic growth.
 
With its well established transportation networks, infrastructure and growing university, Kamloops is attracting and supporting an ever increasing number of large businesses and major corporations in many sectors. The accessibility to markets, unparalleled natural environment, cosmopolitan urban areas and unique lifestyle all play a significant role for choosing to do business in Kamloops.

 
Core or Driver Industries
 
These industries are marked by significant export activity, bring new dollars into the economy, root supply chains and will continue to serve as core industries for years to come.

 
 
Emerging Industries
 
These industries are typically newer industries in the early stages of growth and just starting to stake their claim to compete for growth in the community.


Source: http://venturekamloops.com/industries/