Regional District of Central Okanagan

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is an administrative area covering several municipalities including Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Peachland in British Columbia. The region spans varied terrain with lakes, valleys, and farming land that form the basis of daily life across different communities.

The regional district was established in 1967 to organize existing communities under a unified administrative structure. This creation brought planning and services across multiple municipalities under one governing framework.

The district maintains strong connections to Indigenous heritage while supporting modern communities through organized events, agricultural practices, and outdoor recreational programs.

The administrative headquarters is located in Kelowna and serves all incorporated municipalities and electoral areas of the region. Visitors can find information about regional services, planning matters, and local resources at the main office.

The district recorded a population growth of 14 percent between 2016 and 2021, reaching 222,162 residents with a density of 76.5 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Location: British Columbia

Shares border with: Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, Thompson-Nicola Regional District, Regional District of North Okanagan

Website: https://rdco.com

GPS coordinates: 49.88800,-119.49500

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:44