City Splendour
Portions of the Fraser and Quesnel Rivers, Baker Creek and Dragon Lake all fall within our city boundaries. The Riverfront Trail, our expanding park system and other recreational and cultural facilities are here for you and your family to enjoy.
Unspoiled Environment
Within an hour's drive, there are numerous lakes, streams, and trails that take most people years to fully explore.
Quality of Life
No more rush hour, no long commutes to work, no line-ups! You'll have more time to enjoy the company of your family and friends.
Sunshine
We experience 2025 hours of sunshine per year on average. People are naturally happier when the sun is shining.
Wildlife
There are ample opportunities to see deer, moose, bear, foxes, ducks, loons, beavers, and many other creatures in their natural habitat.
Community Pride
Our community believes in Quesnel. With our hundreds of societies and hobby groups, to our public and private businesses. We all share in the successes of our community and look forward to a great future!
Affordable Housing
Our housing costs compare very favourably to those of any community in the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island or Okanagan.
Low Tax Rate
Quesnel has one of the lowest residential and commercial property tax rates in British Columbia.
Winter
With our dry climate our winters are enjoyable. We have some of the best snow conditions in the province for skiing and snowmobiling. Our spring, summer and fall seasons are quite pronounced and pleasant.
People
The best part of all: Cariboo hospitality! People have a strong sense of community and welcome new energy and ideas. It is easy to get involved and become part of Quesnel. "Guests travelling on the Rocky Mountaineer on the Fraser Discovery Route rate their overnight experience in Quesnel extremely high. The friendliness of the people, cleanliness of the town and the relaxed, welcoming nature are all factors in making our overnight stop in Quesnel a huge success" says Ian Robertson, Executive Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs.
