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Fast-Track to Prosperity: Invest, Move or Retire in Hope, B.C.
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Affordable housing. Schools. Healthcare. Parks and amenities. Living in Hope has many advantages.
Hope is a thriving community, a gateway to nature and so much more.
The Hope, B.C.
Advantage
Hope, British Columbia, plays a significant role in the economic stimulus of the Province of British Columbia. Hope is a junction for highways 1, 3, 5, and 7 which are major tourist and transportation routes to and from the lower mainland and the interior of B.C. Hope is less than a 2-hour drive from Metro Vancouver. Hope offers affordable housing compared to larger cities in B.C. providing a growth potential for business investment and a quality of life for residents and remote workers. The District of Hope is recognized for their competitive municipal development costs and quick processing times for development permits and licenses. This encourages progressive growth in the community. The scenic beauty, small-town charm and an abundance of recreational activities means Hope is experiencing exponential growth in population resulting in advancement of infrastructure and operating capacity.
Choose your Advantage
Fast-Track to Prosperity: Invest, Move or Retire in Hope, B.C.
Hope, British Columbia, plays a significant role in the economic stimulus of the Province of British Columbia. Hope is a junction for highways 1, 3, 5, and 7 which are major tourist and transportation routes to and from the lower mainland and the interior of B.C. Hope is less than a 2-hour drive from Metro Vancouver. Hope offers affordable housing compared to larger cities in B.C. providing a growth potential for business investment and a quality of life for residents and remote workers. The District of Hope is recognized for their competitive municipal development costs and quick processing times for development permits and licenses. This encourages progressive growth in the community. The scenic beauty, small-town charm and an abundance of recreational activities means Hope is experiencing exponential growth in population resulting in advancement of infrastructure and operating capacity.
10 reasons to start a business in Hope
- Affordable real estate
- Gateway location to lower mainland and the interior of British Columbia
- Supportive business environment
- Community support
- Low competition compared to big cities
- Tourism
- Diverse economy
- Growing population
- Tech connected
- Substantial labour force
10 reasons to live in Hope
- Affordable housing and real estate
- Healthcare services
- Quality of life
- Schools and community programs
- Outdoor recreation
- Small-town charm
- Natural beauty
- Walkable, convenient downtown core
- Cultural attractions
- Strong sense of community
What’s happening around Hope
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Advantage Hope2023-07-14 08:43:512025-03-21 10:03:02A Benevolent Business: The Fraser Canyon Hospital’s Little Shop of Hope
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Advantage Hope2023-06-16 11:07:092025-05-13 09:53:35Fraser Canyon Tourism Recovery InitiativeHope Facts Hope, B.C. was awarded with the best tasting tap water at the 2016 Best of the Best Tap Water Taste Test competition, beating over 30 other municipalities across British Columbia! Rambo: First Blood was filmed in Hope, B.C. in 1981 and has had a tremendous economic impact. Thousands of tourists flock to our community each year to reminiscence in scenes that took place downtown and at the Othello tunnels. Hope, B.C. has an oceanic climate with warm summers and moderately cold winters. Over 1500 hours of sunshine and 184 days of precipitation makes Hope a brighter and happier place to live and invest! The Hallmark Channel loves filming in Hope for the quaint look of the town. Hope has been transformed many times into small town America under a blanket of snow…in the middle of summer. Hope, B.C. has over 38 recreation groups from darts to Ping Pong, to indoor and outdoor hockey. There are many groups to join that will keep you and your family active all year round! Minimal traffic makes your daily commute a breeze. Did you know Hope, B.C. only has 4 traffic lights? Hope, B.C. is the self-proclaimed Chainsaw Carving Capital, hosting over 80 wood carvings of different themes, shapes, and sizes that are located indoors and outside in various locations around the community. The Hope, Cascades & Canyons Visitor Centre staff interact with more than 50,000 visitors per year. Hope, B.C. offers some of the best gliding conditions in the province with strong upward wind columns and even houses the Vancouver Soaring Association. AdvantageHOPE received the 2022 Excellence Award in Community Engagement & Tourism Marketing by the Canadian Business Awards for its quick response and assistance to support residents and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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