Location
Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is made up of several
municipalities that encompass the Greater Victoria Regional District
(GVRD). Both Victoria and all municipalities in the GVRD are
communities of choice for many, due their close proximity to major
centres Vancouver, BC and Seattle, WA, the temperate climate, natural
beauty, and diverse economic opportunities. Known internationally for
its beauty, Victoria is a resort destination that welcomes more than
3.5 million visitors each year. Due to the size, yet cosmopolitan
nature of Victoria, many residents enjoy a high quality of life one
would discover in a small town, combined with an international,
business-friendly atmosphere. In fact, in 2006, Condé Nast Traveller
ranked Victoria as tied for third in the Top Ten Cities in the Americas.
Victoria is a city that honours the past, but embraces the present.
Victoria, to the observer, may resemble a quaint, little town. But
household internet usage ranks among the highest in Canada, and
technology pervades the region. And the emphasis is on sustainability.
Greater Victoria delivers the quality of life that entices a highly
skilled workforce. People choose to live here, preferring the lifestyle
and opportunities of a smaller market to the sprawl, pollution and
problems of bigger cities.
- Population: 354,000 (GVRD)
- Population: 77,000 (City of Victoria)
For more information, please download the City of Victoria PDF