East Kootenay Postal Codes: V0A to V1C | British Columbia

Key Facts

East Kootenay is a regional district located in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, Canada. Situated within the broader Kootenay region, it encompasses a diverse landscape characterized by the Rocky Mountains to the east, the Purcell Mountains to the west, and the Columbia River Valley running through its center. This region covers approximately 27,543 square kilometers (10,634 square miles) of mountainous terrain, valleys, and forests, making it one of the larger regional districts in British Columbia. With a population of around 65,000 people, East Kootenay is known for its stunning natural beauty, including several national and provincial parks such as Kootenay National Park and Elk Lakes Provincial Park. The regional district is divided into six electoral areas and includes several incorporated municipalities and unincorporated communities. Major population centers include Cranbrook (the largest city and regional hub), Kimberley, Fernie, Sparwood, and Invermere. East Kootenay's economy is diverse, with significant contributions from tourism, mining, forestry, and agriculture, particularly in the fertile Columbia Valley. The region offers excellent access to postal code information for its various communities and electoral areas through comprehensive regional databases.

Neighboring Regions

• Central Kootenay
• Kootenay Boundary
• Columbia-Shuswap
• Alberta