tourism mission bc

• 1.1 History
• 2.1 By train
• 3.2 By taxi
• 12.1 Newspaper
• 12.2 Hospital
• 13.1 Dewdney

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Historically, forestry, hydroelectricity and agriculture were Mission's chief resource sectors and provided the basis for varied related retail and service activities. Transportation improvements have enabled the manufacturing sector to expand beyond sawmilling and food processing. Forest and wood related industries dominate the manufacturing sector, with an emphasis on red cedar shake and shingle mills.

Agriculture is mostly restricted to a narrow belt along the Fraser River. Dairy is the chief agricultural enterprise; other income sources include poultry, hogs, beef and vegetables.

The Town of Mission City began as a land promotion. The town's core commercial properties and residential streets were auctioned off at the "Great Land Sale" of 1891, with buyers brought in via the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) mainline from Vancouver and from Eastern Canada. Some of the early houses and commercial buildings were designed to be reminiscent of small towns in southern Ontario in order to encourage buyers. Hailed at the time as a new metropolis, the fledgling town's location at the junction of the CPR mainline with a northward extension of the Burlington Northern Railroad brought name suggestions that included East Vancouver and North Seattle. The name Mission City was chosen due to the site's proximity to the historic St. Mary's Mission of the Oblate order just east of town, which was founded in 1868 (now the Peckquaylis Indian Reserve).

At the time of founding, the swing-span Mission Railway Bridge (opened in 1891) was the only crossing of the Fraser River in the Fraser Valley below the Alexandra Bridge, and all rail traffic between Vancouver and the United States was necessarily routed through Mission until the New Westminster Bridge at New Westminster was built in 1904.

The western part of the district, the Stave Valley, is largely rural and forested but its watercourse is home to what was the largest hydroelectric project in British Columbia until the Bridge River Power Project opened in 1961. It was built by the British Columbia Electric Railway (BCER) to provide power to the electric street railway and interurban system in Vancouver.

The building of Highway 1 on the south side of the Fraser in the early 1960s brought huge population growth and large shopping malls to formerly rural Abbotsford, Matsqui, Sumas and Langley; as a result Mission lost its "anchor", the main Eaton's department store in the valley, and the town's Main Street businesses lost much of their business to the new shopping malls a few minutes away across the river.

Outside of the core "urban" area was a collection of distinct rural communities, each with their own history and sometimes distinct ethnic flavour. Silverdale, 7 km west of Mission on the east bank of the lower Stave River, was homesteaded in the 1880s by Italian immigrants; their descendents reside there to this day. Neighbouring Silverhill was founded by a Finnish Utopian sect who were superseded by Scandinavian and German settlers following a forest fire that virtually wiped out the Finns.

Other localities such as Ferndale, Cedar Valley and Hatzic were farming communities of mixed origin, with Europeans and anglicized French-Canadians alongside the usual British-Scottish Canadian mix typical of much of the Fraser Valley. Throughout the Mission area before World War II, there was a large Japanese-Canadian population involved in berry farming, logging and milling and in the fishery on the river.

One of Mission's major industries was logging, and the town's several mills were noted for being the world's largest suppliers of red cedar shakes and shingles. In the 1960s and 1970s there was a large cluster of productive mills on the waterfront in Mission, for many years world capital of red cedar shake production. Nearby Eddy Match Co., between Mission and Hatzic, was the largest matchstick-making plant in the world until it closed in the 1960s.

Mission is the home of a long-established professional dragstrip, Mission Raceway Park, which was moved outside the lower part of town to reduce noise in residential and commercial areas nearby.

In 1972 a large tract of land in central Mission's Ferndale area was developed by the federal government into two large penal facilities.

Drive on Hwy 11 from Abbotsford across the Abbotsford-Mission bridge or come on Hwy 7 from the east Hope or west Vancouver .

There are two train stations in Mission and the train services described below do not stop at the same train station.

• Abbotsford Mission Taxi , ☏ +1 604-855-1111 . ( updated Jul 2022 )
• Central Valley Taxi , ☏ +1 604-859-1111 . ( updated Jul 2022 )

• 49.15104 -122.25134 2 Xa:ytem Longhouse Interpretive Centre , 35087 Lougheed Highway , ☏ +1 604-820-9725 , fax : +1 604-820-9735 . M-Sa 9AM - 4:30PM . Learn about Stó:lō spirituality, archaeology and history.  
• Fraser River Safari , toll-free: +1-866-348-6877 , [email protected] . Year round river exploration. Jet boat tours of the Mighty Fraser, fully interpreted highlighting the incredible natural, cultural and historical values of the area. Designed for individuals or groups of any size. Available 7 days a week upon demand. Call to book your adventure. ( updated Apr 2023 )
• Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival ( Third weekend of each November ), Various locations in the valley , ☏ +1 604-826-6914 . The Fraser Valley has some of the most incredible wildlife viewing opportunities in BC. One highlight is the third largest gathering of bald eagles in North America. The festival celebrates the return of the eagles and consists of many sites from a green expo, boat tours, to nature walks. Visit the website to learn more.  

• 49.131272 -122.319823 1 The Junction Shopping Centre , 32555 London Ave , ☏ +1 604-820-7208 . 70 shops and services. ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.13746 -122.28684 1 The Blackberry Kitchen , 7494 Mary St , ☏ +1 604-826-0210 . Panoramic views of the Fraser Valley and Mt. Baker. Breakfast, lunch or dinner the west coast log restaurant or on the patio. Fresh local ingredients. Starters $5-13, mains $18-29 . ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.13432 -122.3064 2 English Tarts , 33134 1st Ave , ☏ +1 604-289-2253 . M-Sa 8:30AM-4:30PM . Cafe and tea shop with freshly baked desserts, cake, pie, scones, sandwiches. ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.13316 -122.30132 3 Mission Station Grill , 7230 Horne Street , ☏ +1 604-287-8277 , [email protected] . Tu-Th Su 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-10PM . Burgers, steps, steaks, rice and noodle bowls, pasta. ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.13433 -122.32746 5 Sushi Te , 32423 Lougheed Higway , ☏ +1 604-820-1500 . M W-Su 11:30AM-9:30PM . Sushi restaurant. ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.1322 -122.34179 6 Mission Springs Brewing Company , 7160 Oliver Street , ☏ +1 604-820-1009 Ext 104 , [email protected] . Restaurant: M-Sa 11AM-10PM, Su 11AM-10PM; pub Su-Th 11AM-11PM, F Sa 11AM-midnight . A 10-barrel brew house overlooking the Fraser River. This local pub offers the typical North American pub fare, including nachos, hamburgers and chicken wings. They have a selection of beers brewed on site, as well as craft their own root beer. ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.13334 -122.33101 1 Best Western Plus Mission City Lodge , 32281 Lougheed Highway , ☏ +1 604-820-5500 , toll-free: +1-800-780-7234 . Rooms have coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. Non-smoking hotel. Free high-speed Internet access and continental breakfast. From $115 . ( updated May 2018 )
• 49.13339 -122.32315 2 Diamond Head Motor Inn , 32550 Logan Ave , ☏ +1 604-826-8144 . In Downtown Mission. Coffeemakers, wireless internet. Microwave and mini fridge are available upon request. Kitchenette and Suites available equipped with stove, oven, fridge, sink, microwave, pots, pans, and cutlery set. From $84 . ( updated May 2018 )
• Mission City Record , ☏ +1 604-826-6221 . ( updated May 2023 )
• 49.15496 -122.19527 1 Kermode Wild Berry Winery , 8457 River Rd South , ☏ +1-604-814-3222 , [email protected] . summer: noon-8PM, winter: noon-6PM, daily . Wine tastings of wines made from the fruit native to the region, including a prize-winning Himalayan Blackberry Port. "Kermode" means "spirit bear", official animal of BC — the white variant of a black bear.  

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Mission, BC, Adventure & Travel Guide

British columbia, canada travel and adventure, on the northern banks of the fraser river.

Mission, BC, Canada is an agri-tourism community located on the northern banks of the Fraser River and is home to sturgeon fishing, natural parks and, nearby, mountain forests.

Best Things To Do, Adventures, Activities in and around Mission, British Columbia

Top attractions, adventures and activities most enjoyed in and around Mission, BC, Canada and the surrounding areas are boating, fishing, horseback riding, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, cycling, birdwatching, baseball, picnicking, downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.

Best Parks, Trails, & Places to explore in Mission, British Columbia

A few of the more popular, some would say best, activity destinations located in and around Mission, British Columbia includes the Cascade Falls , Rolley Lake Provincial Park , Fraser River Heritage Park, Golden Ears Provincial Park , Dewdney Nature Regional Park, Fraser River Heritage Park, Hayward Lake and Stave Lake Recreation Areas , Centennial Park, Neilson Regional Park and the Matsqui Trail Regional Park .

What are the Accommodations, Services and Amenities in Mission, BC?

Mission places to stay, services and amenities important to travelers include accommodations (resorts, hotels, motels, inns, bed and breakfasts (B&Bs), vacation homes, cottages, cabins, lodges, hostels), campgrounds, tours, guides, outfitters, attractions, nightclubs, restaurants, laundromat, coffee shops, wineries, spas, grocery stores, pubs, liquor store, banks, gas station, gift stores, and internet service.

Best Mission, BC Museums, Historic Sites, Art Galleries & Cultural Venues

There are sightseeing attractions, historical sites, entertainment venues, and cultural events in and around Mission, British Columbia. Some of the top museums, art, entertainment, and cultural venues to visit includes the Westminster Abbey, Mission Museum, Ferncliff Gardens, Xa:ytem Longhouse, St. Mary`s Mission and the 1912 Power House at Stave Falls.

How Do I Get To Mission British Columbia?

Transportation services getting to and from Mission, British Columbia include the main highway of course (Highway #7), and then there is taxi, bus, marina, rail, and the (YVR) Vancouver International Airport (1 hour 4 minute drive - 76 kms) and the BC Ferries Tsawwassen Terminal (1 hour 7 minute drive - 83 kms) and Horseshoe Bay Terminal (1 hour 4 minute drive - 87 kms).

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We are now offering outdoor grounds tours: Coqualeetza Grounds (Vedder Road, Chilliwack) and St. Marys Grounds (Prior Residential School tours and Xaytem (in Mission) as well as road tours:  Chilliwack Lake, Sumas region and Bad Rock (Chilliwack to Yale/return) tours available.  Booked on a case by case basis. Email: [email protected] for more information. Limited number of capacity. Minimum 8, Maximum 30. Email for more information and booking arrangements. 

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Your Guide to Fishing in Mission, BC

Gone fishing! Did you know Mission has tons of great fishing spots and is world renowned for its plethora of great white sturgeon swimming around in the Fraser River? These prehistoric fish can grow up to 12 feet in length and over 1000 pounds, making them the longest and largest living freshwater fish in North America. Aside from these impressive freshwater giants, there are lots of other fish you can find swimming around in Mission's lakes, creeks, and rivers. Whether you're looking for salmon, trout, or sturgeon, we're keeping it "reel" with this list of where you can find your gear and catch of the day in Mission, BC!

Get Your Gear

If you're looking to buy some gear Belle's Sports is your one-stop shop for hunting and fishing! Located on 1st Ave right in the heart of downtown Mission, this place has everything you need for an afternoon spent fishing on the lake.  However, you don't have to purchase your gear to get a great catch! Did you know the Tourism Mission Visitor Information Centre has a fishing rod and tackle loan-out program? Borrowers can come in during visitor centre hours and rent our rods and tackle boxes for up to a week!

Find your Catch of the Day

There are so many places to fish around Mission, so make sure to head to the site with the fish you're looking for! If you're after salmon like Sockeye, Chinook, Pinks, and Chum you can find all of these in the Fraser River! Chinook and Chum in particular can be found in Chehalis, Stave and Sumas River, and Nicomen Slough. Trout can be found all over depending on what kinds you're looking for, Cutthroat especially is plentiful in Hatzic, Rolley, Stave, and Chehalis Lake, as well as Fraser River, Chehalis River, Stave River, and Nicomen Slough. Steelhead can be caught in Stave, Sumas, Fraser, and Chehalis River as well as Nicomen Slough and Rainbow Trout are found in Chehalis, Rolley, Sayres, and Hatzic Lake.

Search for Sturgeon

Mission's most famous fish can be found in the depths of the Fraser River and are under a strict catch and release policy. Although you can't take these prehistoric giants home, you can certainly earn some bragging rights after reeling in one of these impressive fish. If you're interested in seeing some sturgeon outside of fishing, be sure to stop by Inch Creek Hatchery and check out their sturgeon pond where you can easily spot the two large sturgeon living there, Arnold and Henry!

Go with a Guide

Did you know Mission has guided salmon and sturgeon fishing trips? STS Guiding is a local service that provides guided fishing tours on the Fraser River right here in Mission, BC! Whether you're a beginner or an expert, these guided tours will take you to the best fishing spots around and ensure your trip is memorable and full of fun!

Fish with the Family

U-Catch's are great for novice fishers and kids looking to gain some hands-on experience with fishing in an easy and safe environment! Trout Creek Farm is a great place to start and offers Rainbow Trout fishing in its two ponds. They also provide fishing gear and help with bait and casting. Sun Valley Trout Park is another great U-Catch Mission fish farm for the whole family. They offer Rainbow Trout fishing in their one-acre lake and rod/bait rental.

Tips for Fishing in the Area

Ensure you're up to date on the local fishing regulations. 

Purchase the appropriate permits in advance.

Please pack in and pack out all garbage.

Be mindful of your surroundings and wear appropriate clothing for the time of year.

Keep an eye out for weekly fishing reports via guides, local tackle shops, and social media.

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