Armstrong, British Columbia

Armstrong is a city in the province of British Columbia, Canada. It is located in the Northern Okanagan regional district.

The population of Armstrong was 5,323 as reported by the 2021 Canadian census. The mayor of Armstrong is Joe Cramer. The city is known for its history in the Cariboo Gold Rush and its important mining industry. The city of Armstrong is named after British politician and banker William Heaton-Armstrong. He helped finance and build  the Shuswap and Okanagan Railway, as well as, helped develop the community.

The town is known for its cheese-making. In its early days, Armstrong saw an increase of Dutch immigrants after World War II which also made Armstrong known for their cheese-making ability. Armstrong Cheese is a popular cheese producer from Armstrong who ship cheese products across Canada.

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