Welcome to Salmon Arm

Salmon Arm is conveniently located halfway between Calgary and Vancouver and is situated on the Salmon Arm portion of Shuswap Lake. With a current population of approximately 18,000, Salmon Arm is the Shuswap's center for commerce,government and institutional facilities. Salmon Arm is one of the fastest growing communities in Britiish Columbia.

The city has an abundance of parks and green space, along with first class recreation facilities. Salmon Arm boasts a multipurpose twin sheet ice area, community centre that includes indoor pool, special events auditorium, raquetball courts and a gym. A state-of-the-art 4-cinema movie complex and a Classic Community Theatre.

Salmon Arm is rich in arts and heritage. Residents enjoy live theatre, art shows and live music concerts, farmers markets, and living history at Haney Heritage Park. The community is proud of its Native cultural heritage. Shuswap Lake takes its name from the Shuswap Indians northern-most Salishan Family and one of the largest tribes in the interior of British Columbia.

Salmon Arm's growing sophistication and competitiveness are attracting new residents and businesses alike. The infastructure consists of complete municipal facilities. A new courthouse/city hall opened in 2007, there are 3 fully equipped firehalls, a new R.C.M.P. detachment , excellent healthcare with a state-of-the-art 45 bed acute care and surgical hospital, currently there is an addition being built on to the hospital that will house the new cat scan unit.

Forestry and agriculture remain an important and viable employment resource in the community and generate millions of dollars worth of business. Tourism represents one of the fastest growing business sectors and the city is poised to be one of the premier convention locations in the interior. Most retail establishments are located in the lively downtown area and in three convenient malls. A wide choice of restaurants, pubs and family dining are found in the Salmon Arm area.