Enderby, Mountain city in British Columbia, Canada.
Enderby is a city in British Columbia located at 360 meters elevation between Armstrong and Salmon Arm, with the Shuswap River marking its eastern boundary. The surrounding area is forested and provides access to natural waterways and agricultural lands.
The settlement was established in 1866 and was initially called Fortune's Landing before being officially incorporated as Enderby in 1905. The name change occurred in 1887 during a major flood that shaped the community's early identity.
The Splatsin community of the Secwepemc Nation has lived in the area for generations and shapes local life through their continuing traditions and institutions.
The Visitor Centre offers information about local attractions and activities throughout the region. The area has various sports and recreational facilities available year-round for different interests.
The current name came from a poem that resonated with local settlers in 1887 and inspired a name change during a major flood. This literary connection is unusual for a city's founding and reflects the creativity of early residents.
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