Prince George

Prince George lies at the meeting point of the Nechako and Fraser rivers and forms a transportation center in northern British Columbia. The area is surrounded by lakes, and trails lead into the forests and valleys of the region.

The North West Company founded a fur trading post here in 1807 in the territory of the Lheidli T'enneh. The settlement grew gradually and became an important point for travelers and traders in the north.

The name recalls King George III and the early trading posts along the rivers. Today the population includes descendants of the Lheidli T'enneh and settlers from many parts of Canada who shape the city together.

The airport connects the city regularly with Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. Roads lead in all directions and make onward travel to surrounding areas easier.

The local hospital serves a large zone in the north and is the nearest major facility for many communities. This role makes the city a central place for health services in the region.

Location: Regional District of Fraser-Fort George

Inception: 1807

Elevation above the sea: 575 m

Shares border with: Mackenzie

Address: Prince George, BC, Canada

Website: https://princegeorge.ca

GPS coordinates: 53.91694,-122.74944

Latest update: December 18, 2025 03:42