Cranbrook
(pop. 20,000)
The City of Cranbrook is situated along Highways 3 and 95, in the scenic East Kootenay region of British Columbia. Located in the Rocky Mountain Trench, the city boasts beautiful views of the Purcell Mountains to the west and the Rocky Mountains to the east.
With a population of 20,000, Cranbrook is the largest city in the region. The City serves as the retail and commercial service centre for south-eastern BC, capturing a service area of 60,000 people. As a result, the amenities are excellent. Numerous major retailers and shopping centres are located here. There are a variety of hotel and restaurant choices to accommodate all your needs.
Cranbrook finds a balance between being a vibrant modern city with the warmth and charm unique to "small-town" British Columbia.
There are many things to see and do during a visit to Cranbrook. Highlights include the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel, internationally re-known for its outstanding collection of passenger rail equipment and buildings, including several complete train units.
A short drive from Cranbrook allows visitors to step back in time to 1888, to visit Fort Steele Heritage Town. Once a ghost town it has been transformed in to a significant heritage attraction with activities that include live theatre, stage coach, sleigh and steam engine rides, and a chance to pan for real gold.
A variety of concerts, theatre and special events take place at the Key City Theatre and the Cranbrook Rec-Plex.
Visitors from around the world come to experience the incredible variety of outdoor activities that are available. Mountain biking, golf, canoeing, hiking and fishing provide a small sample of what opportunities await. During the winter, Canada's finest ski resorts come alive at Kimberley, Fernie, Banff, Panorama, Snow Valley and Lake Louise, only short drives from Cranbrook. Cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling are also exciting winter pursuits.
Sport Hosting Portfolio
2008 BC Winter Games (co-hosted with the City of Kimberley)
2008 Pee Wee Hockey Provincials
2007 ADT Canada Russia Challenge
2006 Midget Hockey Provincials
2005 International Friendship Hockey Tournament
Home of the Kootenay ICE, Western Hockey Leage
Basketball, Volleyball, Softball and Badminton Provincial Championships
College Volleyball Championships
Facilities
Community contact
Chris New
Leisure Development Manager
City of Cranbrook
250-489-0040 ext. 252
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The Memorial Arena has been in operation since 1954 and the facility is well used by figure skating and minor hockey groups. The arena has four dressing rooms and seating for approximately 1,500 spectators.
The Cranbrook Rec-Plex opened its doors in 2000 and is the largest facility of its kind in the Kootenays. The Rec-Plex offers an NHL-size arena with seating for 4,700, a 25m swimming pool, a curling rink and a squash/racquet court
The Cranbrook Track and Field facility opened in 1986 for the BC Summer Games. The facility offers an 8-lane, 400 metre track, a natural grass field surface and bleacher seating for 300.
The Kinsmen Ball Park features three softball diamonds and one baseball diamond. The three softball diamonds are lit for night use and a concession and washrooms are located on-site.
The Confederation Ball Park offers three baseball diamonds, two of which are used for little league baseball and the third hosts adult/senior league play.
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