Nicknamed the Raspberry Capital of Canada, Abbotsford in British Columbia is one of the most breathtakingly gorgeous agricultural areas in all of British Columbia. Nestled in the Lower Fraser Valleys’ wide plain mountain ranges, Abbotsford is a panoramic pastoral feast for the eyes making it a popular place to call home among the local residents. Established just before the nineteenth century, Abbotsford was named after a General Superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Railway and brother of Prime Minister Sir J Abbot of Canada, Henry Abbot.

Currently one of Canada’s fastest growing communities, many recreational parks and facilities cater to the most active lifestyles. Take a scenic bicycle tour in the summer among the flowers and strawberry, raspberry or blueberry fields or attend the Abbotsford Berry Festival guaranteed to satisfy the worst case of sugar cravings. Ski cross country across any of seven grandiose mountains nearby or go hiking through the alpine meadows in the spring. Ride horses in Sumas Mountain Park or picnic by Chadsey or Mill Lake in Centennial Park. Feast your eyes on one of North America’s most popular air shows, the Abbostford International Air Show which features fantastic twists and twirls of the tiniest gliders to the most streamline jets.