West Kelowna Industry Sectors

West Kelowna is home to a wide range of businesses that contribute to the health of our local economy.

Key industries in our community include:

Construction/Development
Residential construction, development, related trades and services account for xxx of our business licences. Green and sustainable construction products and businesses support this sector of which the community benefits from.  

Aerospace & Manufacturing
Fabricated metal manufacturing, beauty products, containers and packaging are just a few of the manufacturers that can be found in our business park. We also have a cluster of aerospace businesses that provide maintenance and in-service support as well as services for fire suppression, rescue and tourism.

Tourism
The Okanagan has long been a popular spot for tourists with having fond childhood memories of family vacations. The quiet waterfront has always been popular and now our trails, Indigenous businesses, wineries and restaurants are ending up on bucket lists. The Westside is a place where rural and sophistication meet in the Okanagan.

Viticulture/Agriculture
Agriculture has been at the heart of the community for over 100 years. From commercial cherry orchards and farmgate operations to vineyards and greenhouses, plant-based agriculture is diverse and thriving. The most diversified nursery in Canada, Bylands, calls West Kelowna home as does over 15 wineries and vineyards.

Creative & Digital Industries
With an increasing number of creative professionals being able to work from anywhere, West Kelowna’s natural setting has become an ideal location to relocate and work. We see artisans, writers, musicians, influencers, marketers, makeup artists and event planners residing here and making valuable contributions to our economy. West Kelowna has also seen growth in the film industry with production companies staying here while filming in locations throughout the Okanagan, as well as using our community for movies.

Labour force by industries expressed as a percentage of the total labour force.