Sector Stories

The Okanagan is proud to support multiple sectors and industries throughout the region. Discover just a few of the success stories happening right here in the valley.

Clean Tech

Clean Tech

BC’s cleantech sector, ranking in the top 10 globally, contributed $11B to its GDP

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

From jet components to compostable cell phone cases, 609 firms are making it happen.

Aerospace

Aerospace

Canada’s #1 commercial MRO is based in Kelowna along with 18% of the province’s industry.

Viticulture

Viticulture

84% of BC’s total vineyard acreage is planted here, generating a $2.8 billion impact.

Agriculture

Agriculture

From orchards to dairy, this rich sector has been feeding BC’s economy for 160 years.

Digital

Digital

$1.67 billion in everything from games and animation to cybersecurity and medtech.

Cannabis

Cannabis

The Okanagan Valley is home to over 40 cannabis-related companies, and growing.

Post Secondary

Post Secondary

Universities and Colleges are nurturing creativity and fostering community engagement.