The area supports manufacturing, service, tourism, high technological, and resource-based industries. The region is well diversified, with individual communities generally dependant on agriculture, ranching, tourism, mining, and forestry as a base for their economies. The region's central location has made it attractive for organizations to move their corporate headquarters here. B.C. Livestock Producers Cooperative Association. B.C. Cattlemens' Assocation, many government agencies, B.C. Lottery Corporation, University College of the Cariboo, and others have made Kamloops their base for operations.
Recreational opportunities attract tourists from throughout British Columbia and beyond.
Lac Le Jeune offers the cross-country skier miles of trails through breathtaking scenery. Sun Peaks Resort is becoming a four-season destination resort and with recent development and major expansion plans it is considered a primary growth area within the Subregion. The area is dotted with golf courses suited for all levels of playing ability. Eight full length golf courses and three executive courses are in the area. The diversity of the Subregion ensures its continued growth as industry considers investment opportunities and individuals from the Lower Mainland begin their exodus to community minded locations.