MARY IHME

Osoyoos is located in the southern most region of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Osoyoos is at the crossroads of two of BC's main highways, Hwy. 97 and Hwy. 3. Hwy. 97 runs north to Alaska and South to Mexico. Hwy 3 runs west to Vancouver and east to the Alberta Border. Only 5 minutes from the Canada/U.S. Border, Osoyoos, is strategically located for exporters/importers. The Town's population is 5,000 with approximately 3,500 in the surrounding area... Osoyoos comes from the Native American name "Soo-yoos" - a narrow point where two lakes come together. Osoyoos is home to Canada's only "Arid Desert" and is surrounded by lush fruit trees, vineyards, and towering mountains. It's breath taking beauty, warm winters and hot summers make Osoyoos an ideal vacation spot any time of the year.