Business & Investment
The case for doing business in Silvermere, for entrepreneurs starting up, operators expanding, and investors evaluating the West Highlands as a market.
Why businesses choose Silvermere
The case isn’t civic-speak, it’s structural. Silvermere sits at the road and rail junction for the West Highlands, has the region’s only major airport (YSV), is anchored by Highwater College’s main campus, and operates at significantly lower cost than coastal BC. None of those facts depends on a marketing budget to stay true.
If you’re ready to act rather than evaluate, the page that walks operators through licensing, permits, lending, and the local Chamber is Small Business Support.
Key advantages
- Highwater College graduates trades, business, technology, and arts students annually, supplying local employers.
- West Highlands Regional Airport (YSV) has daily Vancouver service, making Silvermere an unusually accessible small city.
- Highway 3 and 3A connect to Millhaven, Brookvale, the BC Interior, and the US border.
- Cost of living and operation is substantially below Metro Vancouver.
- Diverse economy: forestry, the Old Mill lumber operations nearby, trades, public sector, regional health and education services.
How the City supports business
The City offers several programs and resources for business owners and developers:
- Business licensing through the City
- Downtown Revitalization with development incentive guidelines
- Invest in Silvermere for relocation and expansion inquiries
- City tenders posted to BC Bid
Common questions
Who do I contact about relocating my business?
Is there a Chamber of Commerce?
What about commercial real estate?
What industries are growing here?
What to do next
Still need help?
Talk to City Hall
- Phone
- 250-555-0100
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
- In person
- City Hall, 100 Lakeshore Avenue, Silvermere, BC
Faster than calling for non-urgent issues. We respond within one business day.