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Keremeos

Keremeos
Village
The Corporation of the Village of Keremeos
Village of Keremeos
Village of Keremeos
Motto: Healthy Living, Naturally
Keremeos is located in British Columbia
Keremeos
Keremeos
Location of Keremeos in British Columbia
Coordinates: 49°12′9″N 119°49′46″W / 49.20250°N 119.82944°W / 49.20250; -119.82944Coordinates: 49°12′9″N 119°49′46″W / 49.20250°N 119.82944°W / 49.20250; -119.82944
Country  Canada
Province  British Columbia
Region Similkameen Country
Regional district Okanagan-Similkameen
Incorporated 1956
Founded 1909
Government
 • Governing body Village Council
 • Mayor Manfred Bauer
Area
 • Total 2.11 km2 (0.81 sq mi)
Elevation 365 m (1,198 ft)
Population (2011)
 • Total 1,330
 • Density 630/km2 (1,600/sq mi)
Time zone PST (UTC-8)
Postal code V0X 1N0
Area code(s) 250 / 778 / 236
Highways BC 3
BC 3A
Waterways Similkameen River
Website www.keremeos.ca

Keremeos /kɛrəˈməs/ is a village in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. The name originated from the Similkameen dialect of the Okanagan language word "Keremeyeus" meaning "creek which cuts its way through the flats" referring to Keremeos Creek which flows down from the Upper Benchlands to the Similkameen River that runs by the village. Local legend claims the name means "the meeting of the winds" and joke that the only time it's calm is when the wind blows equally from all four directions.

Keremeos' main industries are horticulture, agriculture, ranching, and wine making, among others. Fruit stands are also a major component of the local economy, making it the self-titled "fruit stand capital of Canada." All sorts of soft fruits, apples, cherries, peaches, etc. and vegetables are grown in the South Similkameen's dry warm climate, and vineyards and wineries are quickly being added as the valley's wine-growing potential is being recognized.

Area attractions include Cathedral Provincial Park, the Red Bridge, the Keremeos Columns, the Keremeos Grist Mill, excellent fishing in area lakes and rivers, Apex Mountain Resort, Twin Lakes Golf Resort, Spotted Lake, the Hedley Mining Museum and the Mascot Mine.


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