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Invermere, British Columbia

On the Warm Side of the Rockies

Invermere is a vibrant lakeside community located in the Windermere Valley. Known for its relaxed lifestyle, four-season recreation, and welcoming atmosphere, Invermere offers residents the chance to enjoy small-town living with access to outdoor adventure, health services, and growing employment opportunities.

Colourful storefronts line the street in downtown. It is a warm, hazy day and a mountain pokes through in the background. Purple flowers sit out of focus in the foreground. There are large conifers between the buildings.
Photo: ‘Invermere‘ by ‘Mitch Winton‘ / KootenayRockies.com.

Highlights

  • Lake Windermere and nearby beaches, boating, and water sports
  • Proximity to Panorama Mountain Resort and year-round recreation
  • Charming downtown with local shops, cafés, and community events
  • Mild climate compared to surrounding mountain regions
  • Strong sense of community with arts, culture, and recreation programs

Opportunities

  • Tourism, hospitality, and recreation
  • Healthcare, education, and social services
  • Construction, trades, and property services
  • Retail, small business, and entrepreneurship
  • Remote work supported by lifestyle and connectivity

Services

  • CBAL (Invermere) – Newcomer settlement and English language services, community connections, information and orientation
  • Invermere Public Library
  • Family Dynamix – a supportive place where people are comfortable seeking assistance in dealing with personal, family or career issues they face 
  • WorkBC Centre Invermere – Employment centre offering job search help, workshops, resume support, training info, and employment planning for job seekers. 
  • Kootenay Employment Services Invermere – Local employment support organization that can assist with work skills, local job connections, and resources for finding work in the area. 
  • Service BC Centre Invermere – Government office where you can access provincial services, assistance with IDs, health coverage info, and general benefits navigation. 
  • Columbia Valley Centre – Community hub offering events, activities, and connections — great for meeting people and getting involved locally. 
  • Invermere Mental Health & Substance Use / B C Invermere Mental Health 
    Local mental health support services that can help with well-being and counselling resources for individuals and families.