


The community is named after Mr. L. W. Riske, a Polish pioneer who was amongst the first settlers in the East Chilcotin during the 1860s. He built a flourmill and a sawmill, and supplied produce to the gold town of Barkerville.
Ranching and logging remain as the main industries of the area. With the amenities such as gas, lodgings and general store available this is the ideal spot to begin a Chilcotin adventure.
Town Population: 398 (2016 Census)
Tl’esqox – Toosey Health Centre
Farwell Canyon Rd, Riske Creek, BC V0L 1T0
Services:
Hours: Mon to Thurs, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; alternating Fridays to 12:00 noon or 3:00 pm
Phone: 250-659-5655 | Fax: 250-659-5601
The nearest hospital is located in Williams Lake.