Car rental agency in Williams Lake, British Columbia
In our own backyard or abroad Allways Travel can look after all your travel needs.
Williams Lake, a picturesque community is known for its rich history. The city is popular for the rodeo and lake activities and a stay at Hamilton hotel puts you at an advantage. Guests get to enjoy sheer luxury when they stay at Hamilton Hotel, which is conveniently located near the center of the town and is close to shopping areas, restaurants and activity centers. We offer the right combination of services for all kinds of vacations. If you are visiting Williams Lake, this is where you really want to be.
Renowned for its spectacular scenery, history, and culture, Williams Lake is an ideal pick for those who seek adventure, relaxation, a business stopover, or simply a great vacation stay.
My Store Offers: onsite battery repairs, trophies & engraving, sizing up or down rings, replacing stones, plastic name tags & much more. Located at TD Mall
We make Gelato and Sorbetto’s daily in a variety of flavours. You pay for the amount you get. We charge $3/100grams.
Artist: Al-Lisa Tresierra McKay, 2018 – with support from Davis Arts
Funded by: Downtown Williams Lake/City of Williams Lake
About:
This mural depicts how all life comes from great mystery and then goes back into great mystery. Spirit must be honoured to keep the balance of life and tangible form. So many are disconnected from our true connection to spirit and the natural world. This mural is a prayer for the town to be in balance. This mural combines First Nations culture with the feminine spirit and the importance of salmon, the sun, and animals of the region.
Artistic Notes:
Kucwelcken means Backbone in Secwepemc language. When Al-Lisa was invited to paint this mural, she prayed for a vision to help guide her art. She knew she wanted to honour the First Nations, the feminine, and the salmon. The prayer that came through did so in slow drops and stages. It began with the river mother, the salmon, the sun, and then the animals. Al-Lisa painted gold symbols around the spiral in the sun. It is interesting because the metalic paint is olive green without direct sunlight, some angles make it seem as though it is invisible and when the sun is directly across, the whole painted sun glows shimmering gold. Al-Lisa Tresierra McKay of Miss White Spider Arts designed this mural. She had the help of Dwayne Davis and Dwayne’s son Steven to help her put her “little painting on a very big wall”.
Dance in Common is an established accredited studio offering ballet; Cecchetti method, jazz and contemporary classes.
We are a law firm in Williams Lake, operating in the beautiful Cariboo-Chilcotin region of British Columbia. We have been providing legal services to the area since 1948, and we are proudly invested in our community. Our team of lawyers and support staff are highly experienced and are committed to helping you. Our lawyers practice in the following areas:
We are an award winning financial planning practice based in Williams Lake, BC with clients from Prince George all the way to Vancouver. We have won awards in all areas of financial planning including investments, insurance, mortgages and the BC North Year 1-4 Financial Planner of the year. Ryan holds a Certified Financial Planner designation as well as a Registered Retirement Consultant designation.
- Dine in – Take Out
- Fresh & authentic Filipino cuisine
At Lake City Denture Clinic we specialize in everything dentures! Book a FREE consult with our Registered Denturist to find the right treatment for you.
Lake City Glass in Williams Lake, BC has been a locally owned and operated glass shop since 1985. We are fully equipped to handle all of your automotive, residential, and commercial glass needs. You can also visit us for a full line of automotive accessories at reasonable prices. Our glaziers are experienced, efficient, and always professional. You will receive high-quality services with great attention to detail and clear, accurate quotes.
For all your bike, kayak, climb, ski, board, skate and lifestyle needs
Locksmith and Knife shop
Open Monday to Friday 9-5, Saturdays by appointment. Stylists work extended hours upon request. Full service hair salon and tanning beds.
Bombshell Factory Studio is a full service studio for hair and esthetics, hair services, nails, pedicures, lashes, waxing and spray tanning in one location.
Mist Me Airbrush Tanning is a mobile service for all your spray tan needs!
all services provided by a certified spray tan specialist.
At Cariboo Orthotics, we specialize in human kinetics and foot health. When you visit us in Williams Lake, BC – we offer a personalized fitting process with our experienced staff to recommend orthotics or bracing products to help you live a more active life.
Holistic physiotherapy in downtown Williams Lake – manual therapy, acupuncture, active rehab, yoga, body awareness.
The Wellness Room offers Holistic Health Services including Raynor Deep Tissue Massage, Relaxation Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Energy Healing & Readings, Yoga, Workshops and more.
Bookkeeping service in Williams Lake, British Columbia
Caribou Ski Source For Sports is a member of Canada’s largest buying group, and is affiliated with over 150 other Source For Sports stores across Canada. This membership gives us access to top level products at competitive prices.
We are a locally owned sporting good and service retailer, specializing in equipment for Curling, Hockey, Baseball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Fitness, Ski, Snowboard & more! We are also your home for lifestyle apparel and footwear like running shoes & hiking shoes to keep you active and in the game. We feature sunglass eyewear, hats, bags, official team jerseys, underwear & kids sports. Custom quality team uniforms, custom apparel and made to order equipment is available in store.
We have proudly been serving Williams Lake and the surrounding area since 1976. We are conveniently located to draw customers from many great surrounding towns including; Quesnel & 100 Mile House
Trusted in the community for over 30 years, the skilled professionals at Williams Lake Physiotherapy Clinic offer a myriad of treatment methods proven to restore and maintain optimal physical function and mobility. Whether you’re just recently injured or you’ve been dealing with chronic pain for years, physiotherapy is an essential approach to bodily wellness
We work with local South African producers to bring quality products directly to you, guaranteeing a unique taste experience! All our products are made from natural ingredients. Local artisans work daily to ensure you are able to taste, experience and have a full understanding of how the best ingredients are sourced, packaged and brought together for you to enjoy. We thrive on building lasting relationships. We strive to supply specially selected products while using practices that promote a positive social impact based on passion and craftsmanship.
Feel at home with our friendly team of skilled practitioners. From soothing massages to haircuts tailored for your lifestyle, each service is delivered with genuine warmth and a commitment to making you feel your best.
Reliable, experienced and friendly service C.Q. Tax Services Williams Lake can help you with your taxes!
We are experienced in personal injury, family law, wills and estate planning, business law, litigation and more.
Many of our clients may not have a lot of experience working with lawyers and dealing with legal matters. Likely, you have many questions. Our Goal is for you to feel comfortable and informed while working with your lawyer.
We are committed to maintaining high ethical standards and standards of conduct, many of which are set out in the Code of Professional Conduct for BC (BC Code), as adopted by the Law Society governors (Benchers).
We offer four main conservation education programs: Water Wise, Waste Wise, Watershed Health, and Sustainable Life. Within these programs we support children, the general public, and businesses in the form of classroom sessions, field trips, community events, workshops, business coaching, brochures, digital campaigns, newspaper columns, signage, and many other educational activities!
Our Mission:
We work within the community, with the community, to maintain and enhance the health of the environment as the basis of a strong economy and vital society.
Our Purpose:
- -To provide conservation education to all sectors of the Cariboo Chilcotin public with the aim of changing behaviours to protect our natural environment;
- -To heighten awareness around issues affecting land, water, air, and climate;
- -To inspire stewardship and careful exploration of the Cariboo Chilcotin region via species and ecosystems education; and
- -To leverage our stewardship efforts by taking action and working with like-minded partners in our region
The Potato House Project is a community initiative to celebrate one of the last standing downtown heritage houses of Williams Lake.
Purchased in May 2011, the Potato House is now held by the “Potato House Sustainable Community Society” – a not for profit organization.
Our purposes are to carry out activities that inspire self-sufficiency and a smaller ecological footprint and to operate a high-profile drop-in centre and garden space for the educational benefit of citizens.
Painted in 2023 by Tiffany Jorgensen and Sarah Sigurdson of Cariboo Art Beat, Unbreakable was designed to represent the culture of Williams Lake. This mural pays homage to the business that has made it’s home at 48 Yorston Street for many years, as well as to our World Famous Williams Lake Stampede. The mural was painted with an air of realism, showcasing our cityscape as the background. Jorgensen commented that the mural depicts the essence of Williams Lake being rooted in tradition, while simutanously breaking through as new and exciting. For her, it holds a true feel of Williams Lake – familiar, beautiful, evolving, and a powerful yet natural presence. This mural was funded by Public Art Grants from Downtown Williams Lake BIA and City of Williams Lake, and by Stampede Glass.
Stampede Glass is Williams Lake and the Cariboo region’s go-to shop for all glass needs. We are a locally owned and operated business which first opened in October 1993 at Williams Lake. We offer auto, residential and commercial glass services. We are fully licensed and insured, and are an accredited ICBC Glass Express shop. Our goal is to offer glass products and services tailored to the needs of our customers.
Brian Garten of Praying Mantis Tattoo has been tattooing in Williams lake for over 21 years!
Serving traditional, authentic, homemade Asian cuisine.
A place to meet old and new friends and enjoy good food & cold beer
Artist: Dwayne Davis, 2004
Funded by: The Williams Lake Tribune
About:
Clive and Irene Stangoe purchased Williams Lake The Tribune from George Renner in 1950 and published the paper for the next two decades from the lower floor of their home situated on Oliver Street. Clive was the publisher and Irene was the community editor. In 1973 The Black family bought The Tribune and moved it to its current location on 1st Ave. North. The Williams Lake Tribune was the first paper purchased by the now huge community newspaper chain Black Press. The cowboy silhouette is from the Tribune Paper’s logo. The Tribune wanted its original location, the Stangoe home, painted in the mural along with cows to symbolize Williams Lake’s western culture. Dwayne pulled the 75th issue of the paper and combined the real content of that issue with his made-up story about Communities in Bloom – a tip-of-the-hat to the organization that initiated the mural program.
Artistic Notes:
The first challenge with this wall was the vent that spewed out black residue. Dwayne decided to cover the vent with the dark figure in silhouette. His next challenge was to make the mural both nostalgic and modern. He achieved this by painting the old Tribune building in a realistic style, and painting a larger-than-life paper sporting a 3D page curl. Dwayne had help from his son Steven who painted the cows, trees, and the silhouette.
Grace Space Boutique sells new and gently used women’s and children’s fashions and accessories, all of which have been donated or are sold on consignment. Proceeds support the Adult & Teen Challenge Society of BC, an organization that helps people overcome addiction issues. A community care office has been opened in Williams Lake and offers group recovery classes, one-on-one recovery classes, mental health coach, and a concerned persons class (for people who are concerned about someone in addiction).
The Caring Society works to ensure the safety and well-being of First Nations youth and their families through education initiatives, public policy campaigns and providing quality resources to support communities. Using a reconciliation framework that addresses contemporary hardships for Indigenous families in ways that uplift all Canadians, the Caring Society champions culturally based equity for First Nations children and their families so that they can grow up safely at home, be healthy, achieve their dreams, celebrate their languages and culture and be proud of who they are. The Caring Society proudly works with our partners in Canada and around the world to promote the rights of Indigenous children.
Not only do we offer Signs and Printing, we also create personalized promotional products such as t-shirts, mugs, mouse pads and more. Our spacious facility allows us to offer our customers secure overnight vehicle storage in our compound, a drive-in, heated bay for installations, and a comfortable seating area for customers while they wait.
We have Bowling Leagues for all ages,
bowling birthday parties,
friends and family bowling,
groups and fundraising events,
and our ever popular “Cosmic Bowling”
Built by the Pacific Great Eastern Railway in late 1919, the Station House, is Williams Lake’s oldest building and has always served as a centre of activity for the community. Over the years it has been a meeting place for civic, schooI boards and other groups. In the 60’s and 70’s the building fell into a state of disrepair, a bit of an eyesore in fact. A group of concerned citizens formed a Society to preserve it and that group, seeing the need for a cultural centre formally became the Station House Studio & Gallery Society in 1981. Since that time it has again become a place to see old friends and enjoy conversations about the town’s goings on.
The building still has its original wood floors, passenger waiting room bench and blueprints are proudly displayed in the stairwell to the upper gallery.
In 2019 the Station House celebrates 100 years of serving the community.
Following a storage problem at the Station House Gallery & Gift Shop, led Diane and then board members to an artistic and historical solution. The gallery uses a lot of wooden shelving units, tables, and plinths that needed a home on the ground floor. The building at #1 McKenzie Ave. N. is an historical building that can’t have major alterations so after a lot of discussion a storage unit was purchased. Diane described her vision to Brandy Stecyk, one of the board members, who created a mock up, and the project to beautify the storage container was launched. Diane, with support from the board, carefully chose people with connections to the building itself and to the arts community in the Cariboo to be depicted in the mural. The mural depicts Libby Abbot, a resident of the Station House in its early days, holding a bucket used for whitewashing the building – her mother’s job. Libby went on to work in the Station House Gallery’s gift shop. Vivien Cowen, the woman with the sketch pad, along with her daughters Sania Cornwall and Dru Hodgson were some of the movers and shakers behind the beginnings of the Cariboo Art Society and the Station House Gallery.
The seated man is George Keener, a well-known member of the community and long time director with the Cariboo Friendship Society. He was also involved with the Williams Lake stockyards for more than fifty years.
Standing on the left is Vivienne Dandridge Lanford, who came by train to teach at the Chimney Valley School in the late 1940’s. She was part of the Canadian Women’s Army Corps and is shown in her uniform. She was a member and supporter of the gallery.
The mural was brought to life thanks to the planning, design, and artistic talents of Brandy Stecyk and Dwayne Davis, in the fall of 2021.
We supply high performance race winning parts to racers throughout western Canada. Also high octane race fuel, tires, shock dyno service & race shock repairs – for circle track cars, drag racing, road course, off-road vehicles, muscle cars, hot rods & more.
Brent’s goal at Essence Pilates is to offer small classes with personalized programs for every body. Brent believes this is important so that results are noticed and injuries are prevented. Thorough guidance and a personal approach is what Essence Pilates Fitness Studio is all about.
Welcome to Axis Family Resources. Our Mission is to be the leader in the delivery of community social service while enhancing the lives of the diverse people we serve, our employees and our partners. We specialize in providing community based programs, resources and opportunities for families seeking support.
No need to turn around or backtrack with the Downtown Williams Lake “mini circle route”. We make it easy for you to visit us, stretch your legs, and stock up on supplies. Enter Downtown Williams Lake via Oliver Street and leave town via Mackenzie Avenue, or vice versa. Or don’t leave at all, and book your full service hook-up at the Stampede Grounds.
Retail – Cobbler Crystals and Curiosities
Shoe repair services
This is the longest standing trail network in Williams Lake and is host to some of the most stunning scenery in the Cariboo. The network has 28 trails totalling over 45Km of single track riding. The network is 28% beginner, 37% intermediate and 40% advanced. All trails can be accessed via a nice climb up Jimmy’s Fox or by shuttling up Fox mountain road. There are three trailheads on the network, all of which has a large kiosk with maps and other information about the trails.
This network is just north of Williams Lake and can be accessed at Deep Creek or Soda Creek. For a super fun quick loop, park at the top of the road leading to X’atsull Heritage Village. Follow the trail under the highway, up, around and down. Looking to extend your ride? Take one of the trails down to X’atsull. This beautiful site is nestled on the banks of the Fraser River. Looking for a killer cross country? Check out Trailforks for a 30km ride with awesome views of the Fraser river and the valley. Be prepared for a few down trees and overgrowth on the trails.
Desous is a half hour drive west of Williams Lake and is home to some truly amazing free riding. Descents of 3,500 feet from the top of Desous Mountain all the way to the Fraser River make this home to some of the biggest lines this side of Golden. This area is intended for advanced riders, as there is no real easy way down. If you’re looking for big lines, this is where it’s at!