Located along the Canada-US border, half way between Vancouver and Calgary, is School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia). The district, with 11 schools enrolling approximately 4,000 students, serves several communities, including Castlegar, Fruitvale, Robson, Rossland, and Trail. With its four-season recreational opportunities, safe communities, reasonable cost of living, friendly rural atmosphere and local post-secondary options (Selkirk College), the Kootenay-Columbia region of British Columbia is the perfect place to work and play.