Dawson Creek is a dynamic and thriving community with a population of approximately 12,500 and a trading area of over 60,000 people. Recently, the city has experienced significant growth, including:

• An expanded and improved regional airport
• A large new multi-plex which includes a venue for entertainment and sporting events, an aquatic centre, and an equestrian arena
• Several new brand name hotels
• A large new casino opened recently
• New retail stores include Wal-Mart and Tim Horton's Donuts

Industry in and around Dawson Creek is booming. This is a business-minded community with a diverse economy built on agriculture, oil and gas, forestry, and tourism. Over the past three years, the city of Dawson Creek has seen growth of over $72 million, a remarkable feat for a community of this size.