One of the warmest cities in Canada, Chilliwack comprises some of the most varying landscapes. Its namesake is derived from the Halq’eméylem word Ts’elxwéyeqw—which means ‘going back upstream as far as you can go in a canoe’—and reflects the river valley with many streams in which it rests. Minutes away from mountainous terrain, Chilliwack is also well-known for its corn fields, corn mazes and pumpkin patches. Its historic downtown features cobbled alleyways and brick buildings in District 1881, where you’ll find artisan shops, cozy eateries and warmly lit brewpubs.
While we may know this area as Chilliwack, the more accurate name before this modern pronunciation is the Halq’eméylem word, Tcil’Qe’uk, which means “valley of many streams” or “going back upstream, as far as you can, in a canoe.”
For us, this original pronunciation serves as a reminder that our organization stems from a lineage of settlers and visitors to this area, the traditional, ancestral land that was first home to the Stó:lō (people of the river) and associated tribes, in particular the Pelólhxw and Ts’elxwéyeqw peoples.
As settlers and visitors, we therefore acknowledge our duty to treat this land and its first people with the utmost respect and gratitude. When you visit, we hope you’ll show that same respect and encourage those who come after you to do likewise.
Highlights featuring the best of each season. Featured events that you can’t miss. Hidden gems waiting to be explored. Experience the vibrant seasons of Chilliwack.
Experience fresh organic hand-crafted organic bread, pastries, scones, muffins, cakes and cookies paired with locally roasted organic coffee and teas at their new bakery, located onsite at our new milling location. Grain to flour to bread, all under one roof. Make sure you also visit their retail location located at the Local Harvest.
Step back in time as you tour our Antiques Museum & Pioneer Village featuring
the General Store, Chapel, Blacksmith Shop and more. Admission by donation.
Beautique Beauty Lounge is a full service beauty salon and spa offering a variety of services by certified professionals including but not limited to; skin treatments, hair services, nail care & decorative tattooing.
Bent Rods Guiding & Fishing Co. provides year-round guided sport fishing for salmon, sturgeon, steelhead & trout in the Fraser River Valley of British Columbia. From the single angler, to large corporate groups. Bent Rods will ensure your comfort and pleasure of the finest guided fishing trip.
Experience the rebirth of Spring with the reimagined Botanica Farm, home to the famous Chilliwack Tulip Festival. Conveniently located off Highway 1, close to all the amazing recreational and adventure experiences Chilliwack has to offer. Join the Pauls Family for colourful festivities, connect with nature and create lasting memories.
A casually elegant cosmopolitan restaurant, with a top-quality innovative menu from the area we live (Pacific North-West Cuisine), in particular to harvesting foods and growing our own herbs to season the experience. Bravo’s unique style is reflected in our ambience, service & menu, and is reinforced by a consistent attention to detail. Our customers enjoy the intimate yet social atmosphere and can relax knowing that they will be well taken care of.
