Special Features - Mission Visitor Guide 2017 by Black Press Media Group

OFFICIAL 2017

VISITOR GUIDE

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British Columbia, Canada

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For more visitor information or your own map of the area, visit Tourism Mission Visitor Information Centre located at 34033 Lougheed Highway. Phone 604-826-6914

missionchamber.bc.ca Main cover photo by Donna George Inside photographs by Mission Record staff, Kelly Kitsch, Dale Klippinstein, Bob Friesen, Angeline Haslett, Mona Lucas, Paulo Cabazal and contributors.

This Mission Visitor Guide is published annually by MISSION RECORD, in co-operation with the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce and tourism operators in Mission. MISSION RECORD is published every Friday at 33047 First Avenue, Mission, British Columbia, V2V 1G2

Editor: Kevin Mills Marketing: Karen Murtagh Design: Kevin Plastow

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Representing Business since 1893

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e are proud to welcome you to Mission during this very special year. We hope you enjoy this guide and invite you to take part in the many celebrations marking our 125th anniversary this year.

fastest drag strips in North America.

Enjoy the thrill of landing 600 pounds of fighting sturgeon on the world famous Fraser River or the roaring speeds at Mission Raceway Park, one of the

Find the perfect keepsake or gift in our historic downtown with a fantastic mix of local boutiques, then finish your day with dinner at one of our fantastic

For nature seekers there’s an abundance of choice, with 11 lakes and countless trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, and world-class birdwatching.

restaurants or take in the fabulous views at Heritage Park. This year in particular we invite you to immerse yourself in our rich culture and heritage. As we celebrate our 125th anniversary there are many festivals, special events and attractions throughout the community where you can discover the rich history of

our community and region. We invite you to visit and enjoy the warm hospitality of our people, our rich cultural heritage and world class natural beauty. Once you discover everything Mission has to offer you’ll want to come back again and again. Welcome to our community.

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Helping grow Business since 1893

The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce has been working as the “Voice of Business” in the Mission area and a loyal advocate for members since 1893. Mission business owners’ unique needs can be met by the chamber’ s many resources and benefits, and the chamber’s ability to build member’s network at the many social events hosted by the chamber year round. When a business joins the chamber, it becomes part of Canada’s largest business network and helps build opportunities for the community. In fact, the Mission Chamber is the second oldest Chamber in B.C. and in 2018 will be celebrating its 125th birthday.

Along with assisting local businesses, the chamber’s job is building and maintaining relationships with all levels of government. This ensures the Mission Chamber advocacy efforts are heard and communication remains open and clear between members and government.

In addition to working with Missions business community the Mission Chamber also operates the Mission Visitor Information Center. Our friendly staff provide year-round services to tourists visiting the community. Our convenient location provides washroom facilities, picnic facilities, maps and guides for local and province wide destinations. Stop in and check out our retail products all sourced locally and Canadian made!

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our beautiful community and what better way to do that then with a stop in to see us at the Visitor Center! If we are not open, you can find all you need on our ExploreMission App available for free on ITunes and Google play.

How to find us

By car: It’s easy to find us alongside the Fraser River. If you are coming by car, you can either take the Scenic 7 Highway, which takes you right into Mission, or visit us via Highway 1 and take Exit 92, then head north on the Abbotsford-Mission Highway. You will know you are here as you cross the Mission Bridge and take in the breathtaking views. By train: Mission is fortunate to be a stop

on the West Coast Express line. There are five daily trips from downtown Vancouver to Mission every week day!

By bus: Local bus service is operated

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By plane: Talk about handy! Mission

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is easily reached from three airports: Abbotsford, Vancouver, and Bellingham, WA.

Get to know

Mission Experience the great lifestyle Mission residents enjoy on a daily basis, with spectacular natural beauty and an abundance of outdoor activities and unique stores, or take in one of the many festivals and events the community is hosting this year to celebrate our 125th Anniversary.

Time well spent Stacey Crawford | Economic Development Officer

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Mission: A great place to live east of the City of Vancouver. It is surrounded by the incredible beauty of mountainous vistas and natural forest settings.

125th anniversary this year, is a rapidly growing, dynamic community, is home to a population of 38,000 residents.

Founded in 1892, Mission, which is celebrating its

Ideally situated, Mission is just a 15-minute drive from the US border, and approximately 70 kilometres

estled on a southern coastal mountain slope, the District of Mission overlooks the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River.

The climate is warm in the summer and mild and wet in the winter. Flowers bloom most of the year, as the area is naturally hospitable to a wide variety of plant life and vegetation. If you are the outdoors type, then welcome to paradise. Fishermen will always find a challenge on the banks of the Fraser River (sturgeon, salmon) or the many nearby lakes (rainbow trout).

Miles of hiking and biking trails abound as well as 4x4ing and camping opportunities.

If you prefer a little culture and sophistication then the art gallery or theatre may be more to your taste. If you love to shop then check out the huge array of family-owned and franchise stores that call Mission home. Don’t forget to stroll downtown. So come, play, explore, experience and see for yourself why Mission is “the Jewel in the Valley.”

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shows the forests – pale green for the farming – and salmon pink for the salmon and berries.

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The Mission Weavers and Spinners guild (MWSG) created it in the late ’90s to reflect the natural and industrial history of the Mission area.

Four pieces of the tartan were framed, said Mady Pechler, MWSG treasurer. “There is one at city hall, one is here in the loom room, one is at the Mission Arts Centre and one is at Mission’s sister city of Oyama, Japan.”

It’s etched with the black of the coal and railway lines. The thin brown lines are for the cedar shakes. Blue patches illustrate the Fraser River. Dark green

The tartan is registered at the Scottish Tartan Society of Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Archive, and can be accessed online by any Mission resident.

n the late 1990s a guild of weavers and spinners wove a tartan for the district. The city adopted the gift as its official tartan.

official flower called the Caitlin Rhododendron, which is a fusion rhododendrons, and named after the creator’s daughter. The Mission Coat of Arms features two deer standing upon a white shield. Upon the shield is the favoured cross

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of the Oblate Fathers placed over the Mission cross, creating a cross tipped with conifers. This symbolizes both the Catholic origins of the District and its arboreal wealth.

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Congratulations to the District of Mission for 125 Years.

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Powerhouse Nestled in the beautiful Fraser Valley, the Powerhouse at Stave Falls Visitor Centre is located on Dewdney Trunk Road in Mission.

This 100-year-old power generating facility is a National Historic Site of Canada where guests can comb through archival photos, artifacts and explore the original mechanical and electrical components

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Make Us Your Mission! Mission Public Schools offers comprehensive programming for our 6000 students at 12 elementary schools, two middle schools, one secondary school, two learning centres, and Riverside College Career and Trades training facility. We offer French Immersion at all levels, as well as elementary schools of choice featuring an Artsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; based focus and a Traditional Academy. MPSD has developed a reputation for safe and caring schools that welcome students and parents into an educational partnership focused on student achievement. Close to the city yet closer to nature, Mission is an affordable community one hour east of Vancouver, with stunning natural beauty and adventure. Our schools embrace this fantastic balance and offer a fantastic place for students to grow and learn. Please visit us at www.mpsd.ca

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Entertainment

Make sure to visit some of the great facilities and catch a play, live band, a film or maybe just spend some time playing slots.

Chances Casino- If you are looking to play bingo, try your luck at a slot machine and grab a bite to eat this bright and fun packed venue is for you.

missionchances.com Silvercity Cineplex- If popcorn and the latest block buster are for you, then head down to the Junction Shopping Plaza and check out the 12 screen movie theatre, offering a selection of films that is bound to keep the whole family happy.

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The Stage- The Stage at the Bellevue Hotel is a funky, yet historic events and entertainment venue in the heart of Downtown Mission.

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The Mission Arts Centre, home of the Rock Family Gallery, supports local, and emerging artists, with a new exhibition every three weeks, throughout the year. The MAC also promotes many local artists and artisans in our Doris Paterson Atelier, as well as our gift cases, which offer an assortment of gift cards, books, CDs and many other locally handcrafted items for purchase.

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Mission Parks, Recreation & Culture

leisure Services during your visit to Mission, why not check out some of the great leisure services and facilities it offers.

The Mission Leisure Centre (7650 Grand Street) is a community hub of well-equipped facilities that include a pool, spray park, ice rinks, curling, fitness centre and more. There are also plenty of general interest, seniors’ and children’s’ programs available. Pick up your Mission Leisure Guide for full details of all parks, recreation and culture offered throughout Mission.

Mission Leisure Centre 7650 Grand Street, Mission (corner of 7th & Grand) ¥

25 metre 6 lane swimming pool

800 sq. ft. leisure pool with vortex & play sprays

300 ft. waterslide, swirlpool, sauna & steamroom

3500 sq. ft. state-of-the-art fitness room

Racquetball & squash courts

Over 50 group fitness classes per week including Yoga, Spin, TRX, Zumba¨, Aquafit & more!

Ice arenas with public sessions September-May

g Select drop-in programs including basketball, pickleball & soccer

Enjoy all these benefits for one low rate!!

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Specializing in Firearms, accessories and custom gun smithing.

Restricted and Non-restricted firearms PAL/RPAL & CORE Licencing Courses

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Do you dare to fish for a prehistoric monster? A fishing trip on the Fraser River is an experience you will not forget.

The largest sturgeon caught on record was caught on the Fraser River and weighed an estimated 1,100 pounds (498.9 kg) and measured 12 feet, 4 inches!

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Chinook Chum Coho Cutthroat Dollies Kokanee Pinks Rainbow Sockeye Steelhead Sturgeon

Reel in the Big one!

Chehalis Lake Chehalis River Fraser River Hatzic Lake/Slough Nicomen Slough Norrish Creek Rolley Lake Sayres Lake Stave Lake Stave River

Mission Harbour, Kilby and Dewdney have boat launches

Anglers fish for sturgeon year round and the Fraser River has proven to be the most consistent fishing to be found.

If you aren’t a regular fisherman, then check out Mission’s Borrow a Rod Program.

Giant white sturgeon and five species of salmon are the Fraser River’s best-known catches, and the many lakes and tributaries around Mission – including Sayres Lake and Stave Lake – also provide rainbow trout.

You can borrow a rod, reel

You can introduce your family to fishing at the Sun Valley Trout Park or Trout Creek Farm U Catch.

This program is perfect for new anglers and is sponsored by the Fresh Water Fisheries Society of B.C.

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and tackle box for up to a week from the Mission Visitor Centre, located at 34033 Lougheed Highway. Call 604-826-6914.

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• Sales & repair of traditional archery equipment • Arrows properly matched for your draw and bow weight • Customs built arrows and strings, also repairs • Crossbows, bolts & strings • Government licensed to buy, sell & trade arms & ammo

Fishing Equipment Sales Fly Fishing Lessons • 2 ponds to fish from pan fry or trophy trout • No License Required • Fish are priced by the Inch • Kids under 2 years are free INCLUDES: Tackle, Bait, Ice, Recipes & Bonus Card

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Tee it up!

the beautiful thing about Bc is the mild weather makes it easy to golf almost all year round. with courses that range from easy to challenging there is something in Mission for every skill level.

Cedar Ridge Golf Course and Driving Range 9500 Clay Street 604-814-0414 www.cedarridgegolf.ca 18-hole Par 3 golf course that can be enjoyed in less time than a full size course!

Mission Golf and Country Club 7983 Nelson Street 604- 826-7617 www.missiongolfclub.com Championship 9 hole course!

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Golfing with river and mountain views. Stay and Play packages. Golf and Fishing packages. Rustic, luxury cabins. Private airstrip and dock. Classic Rewards Program and weekly specials. Tournaments and long weekend events. Best restaurant patio in the Fraser Valley.

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The Need for Speed

Mission Raceway Park

Whether its drag racing, road racing or motocross, there’s racing almost every weekend at Mission Raceway Park! Come enjoy the “thunder by the river” as world class dragsters fire up their engines and race down the track. If you’re looking to put some excitement into you’re travel plans make sure to check out the racing action at Mission Raceway Park. Visit the website at missionraceway.com for all the details. The park is located at 32670 Dyke Rd. in Mission. 604-826-6315

MISSION AUTOMOTIVE

Check us out rst! COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES • Brake System Repair, Diagnostics • Vehicle Inspections • Tires • Auto Detailing •Truck Repair

NEW CAR WARRANTY APPROVED SERVICES S • We handle all warranty and insurance claims • ICBC Autoplan insurance handled in-house • On-the-spot financing • Free up front appraisal

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looking for an easy ride or mountain biking in the forest? Mission has trails for all levels of cyclists. • Bear Mountain is accessible from two areas, Saunders Loop (off of Richards St.) and Mill Pond (via

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Dewdney Trunk Rd.). Both entrances have kiosks maps with barcodes for smartphones. If you park at Mill Pond there is a new climbing trail for both hikers and bikers alike called Big Trouble in Little Chainring (BTLC), this gets you to the top section of the mountain and a variety of additional trails. If you park at Saunders Loop you can access the mountain via a gravel road or climb any of the trails to the top. In total there are approximately 20 trails on the mountain. The majority of the trails on Bear Mountain are blues and blacks, the trails are very well built, drained, and maintained, and good in all weather conditions! • Red Mountain offers quintessential endurance trails like Crazy 8s and Mastodon that will keep you on your toes. Situated just across the road from Bear Mountain, off Dewdney Trunk Rd., Red Mountain has many diverse trail offerings. Those who frequent Red know that there are always new lines just waiting to be conquered. Superb single track, challenging techy climbs, and fall lines steep enough to scare your pants off – the trails on Red have it all! • Heritage Park has trails for any skill set and offer breath-taking forest and scenery to be enjoyed by everybody. The trails in-behind Heritage Park are all well marked, and have a wide variety of technicality – green to black diamond. If you are looking for natural corners with natural pumps, a trail that is so steep that you can barely walk down it, there is a trail for you. There are trails for any skill set with breath taking forest and scenery to be enjoyed by everybody. tourismMission.info t tourism Mission.info

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MISSION HOSPICE SOCIETY The Mission Hospice Society has been providing end of life compassionate care since 1985 through Bereavement support and volunteer support in the community and at Christine Morrison Hospice.

We are a non profit, volunteer organization with many programs and services such as: Palliative support Bereavement support such as: • One on One • Widows Support Group • Path Ways Support Group • Children’s Support Group • Bereaved Parent Support Group • After Life Conversation Support Group • Resource Library

Valley Mountain Association Trail Maps are available at the Mission Visitor Centre.

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Adopt a Block, Trail, Park or Creek with the MISSION ADOPT-A-BLOCK SOCIETY (MISSION AAB) and help keep Mission litter free. We provide all volunteers with a picker, bags, safety vests, and signage along the route to acknowledge the adoption.

Community Education Programs Include: • Youth Environmental Stewardship Club • Waste reduction and diversion seminars • The “Junior Anti-Litter Bug Club” • Litter & Wildlife Day Camps • Spring and Fall Clean-ups • School Litter Challenge

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• Fraser River Heritage Park – The Park offers spectacular views of the Fraser Valley. The park is also home to the historic ruins of St. Mary’s Mission and Indian Residential School.

• Jack Poole Harbourside Park – Take in the views of the mighty Fraser River while enjoying your picnic.

• Centennial Park – The park offers short trails, a new playground, tennis, lacrosse courts and Disc golf!

• Cascade Falls Regional Park – Awe-inspiring views from the new suspension bridge that goes across Cascade Creek, just in front of the Falls! Admire the frothing 30m/98ft waterfall.

• Neilson Regional Park – Neilson Park borders onto Hatzic Lake just east of Mission. The park is popular for large picnics and organized gatherings, nature viewing and beach activities!

• Hayward Lake – This recreation site is part of BC Hydro’s park facilities and offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities including swimming and fishing.

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Take a Hike

• Stave Dam Forest Interpretive Trail – This is a self guided trail that has stops that explains the District of Mission forest management activities in the Mission Municipal Forest. allow at least an hour.

• Hayward Lake Trails – Pick and choose your route depending on how much time you have. Follow the old railway line that wanders along the west side of Hayward Lake, taking you past the beach and the off-leash dog park. The East side of the lake takes you through the forest.

• Rolley Lake and Falls Trail – Rolley Lake trail hugs the lake on the forests’ edge, and then onto a wooden boardwalk that crosses over the marsh area. Stop and catch a glimpse of the peaceful lake. allow one hour.

• Fraser River Heritage Park Trails – A self-guided walking tour of Mission’s history including the early Oblate mission site and cemetery.

• Silverdale Wetlands Park Trail – A flat gravel trail with a series of bridges and lookouts over the wetlands habitat.

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hile many visitors to Mission come here for the combination of scenic beauty, modern amenities and quaint charm, others have discovered that the area offers locations that are perfect for the entertainment industry. Mission is rapidly becoming a new version of Hollywood North as last year saw 22 film productions, 58 film days and an estimated $259,000 into the local economy. These productions included two popular series – Riverdale and Beyond – currently airing on television. Several television movie productions including White Hot, The Real MVP, Faint of Heart, A Time To Dance, Operation Christmas, Autumn In The Vineyard and Hailey Dean Mysteries were filmed in varies Mission areas Feature films that were shot here in 2016 include Woody Woodpecker and Parallel. Viewers will notice many Mission landmarks in these productions including Rocko’s Diner, First Ave., St. Mary’s, the old ferry and the Powerhouse. Filming is not new to Mission. Other notable movies and TV shows have included Horns, The Shack, X-Men, Supernatural, The 100 and Bates Motel.

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he Mission Railway Bridge was originally constructed in 1891 for CP Rail and spans the Fraser River. At the time of its construction it was considered to be the longest wooden bridge in the world. The bridge would be the only western railway link to America at the time it was built and was only the second bridge to span the Fraser River. It was originally built on wooden pilings and remained the lowest downstream bridge for the first thirteen years. In 1903, the swing span was converted to steel. This change was followed by all spans being converted to steel in 1908 and 1910 and also all piers being

converted to concrete in 1908 and 1909. In 1927 the bridge was planked for vehicle traffic with one lane controlled by a traffic light with access from both sides. The bridge continued to be used in this way until July 7, 1973 when the modern Mission Bridge was opened for vehicle traffic and the planking was removed from the CPR bridge. The bridge is currently made of steel and is about 1,700 feet long. It is only used to carry rail traffic currently and has a 10 kilometer per hour speed restriction. The photo (above) shows the first train to cross the bridge.

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Ride the Rails Whether you need to catch up on work, or catch a few Zzz’s, the West Coast Express makes your commute as comfortable as possible. Grab a coffee sit back and enjoy your ride into Vancouver. West Coast Express is a Monday to Friday commuter rail service operating during peak morning and evening periods between downtown Vancouver and Mission. The TrainBus runs on a limited basis during the week. The service provides the only stress free way to get into the big city. For information visit www.translink.ca.

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Mission 125; Rich with History Great land sale 1891

Mission is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2017 and while the area was first incorporated in 1892 as the Municipality of Mission, its history dates back even farther. The following pages offer a brief example of some significant moments in the history of Mission

YOUR MISSION RECORD Award A ward W Winning inning SSince ince 1 1908 908

The staff at the Mission Record newspaper would like to congratulate Mission on its 125th anniversary. The Record has been covering issues and events that are important to this community for 109 years and will continue to do so for the next 125 years.

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Information provided by the Mission District Historical Society which manages Mission Museum (est. 1972) Mission Community Archives (est.1989), and Heritage Places Branch (est.1994). All photographs are from the Mission Community Archives. CPR Station 1891

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St. Mary's 1900

Grand Vue Fruit Farms 1900's

n 1861 Father Fouquet, a young Oblate Priest from France, chose the site for St. Mary’s Indian Residential School beside a small creek entering the Fraser River just east of the present downtown core of Mission. Living quarters, a church, workshops, a barn and grist (grain) mill were built along the Fraser River. The advent of the Canadian Pacific Railway forced the Oblates to rebuild their school on the plateau above the original site. A railway station was opened in 1883 just below the new school. The arrival of the first train in 1885 caused great excitement. This new mode of transportation plus the opening of a bridge across the Fraser River (1891), connecting the east west line to destinations south, rapidly changed and expanded the settlement patterns. Small communities were forming in the outlying areas. Silverdale

was settled by mostly Italian settlers and Silverhill by Swedish.

in the “Y” of the tracks, making it

James Welton Horne, a real estate broker saw a potential boom town ahead. He purchased a large tract of land surrounding the bridge and railway line. He had it cleared and surveyed into streets for a townsite. He built stores, offices, and a hotel for prospective buyers. On May 19, 1891, he held his “Great Land Sale” and 300 city lots were offered for sale as well as farm land.

their wagons full of fruit to be loaded

The townsite which called itself Mission City and the region surrounding it grew overnight.

Corporation of the District of Mission

The Board of Trade (today Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce), established in 1893, played a large role in the development of the townsite into the commercial hub of the community. It was home to the first bank, hotel, theatre, newspaper office, retail stores and more. The CPR station was relocated in 1891 into the townsite and situated

dangerous for the farmers crossing with on the trains. The problem was resolved with the building of a new station in 1910 on the north side of the tracks. In December of 1922, the townsite incorporated as the Village of Mission and held its first elections in 1923. The area from the Stave River to Hatzic Lake was incorporated in 1892 as the with John McLean elected as the first Reeve.

arly settlers knew the value of an education. They donated land and helped build some of the first schools themselves. In

1886 a one-room public school opened on Second Avenue and Murray with an enrollment of 25 students. Other schools followed throughout the area. tourismMission.info

Legion Building 1930s

Washington Avenue 1930s

First fire truck 1927 Mission Memorial Hospital 1920s

Provincial Police station 1945

he first Protestant church was the Trinity Methodist and it opened in 1892 on James and 2nd Avenue. A year later St. Andrew's Presbyterian and St. Stephen’s Anglican (Hatzic) churches were in operation. The Fraser River was the lifeline for the early settlers, bringing in supplies and taking out their fruit to markets in New Westminster. The river brought disaster in 1894 when it overflowed its banks flooding all the land up to the CPR tracks. As a result, the merchants moved north of the tracks where Hori Windebank had his hotel, the Masonic Hall was located and two general merchants, Trethewey and Plumridge were already established. Sternwheelers worked the Fraser until the turn of the century. They were able to manoeuvre in very shallow water making it easy for them to pull in to the shore anywhere along the river. By 1920 they were used mainly for pleasure excursions. From the dawn of the new century the expansion of the townsite and municipality brought an influx of people to the area. A new business opened every week. The farms were producing large quantities of fruits and vegetables and everyone was prospering. 32

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An Agricultural Society formed in 1895 and established an annual fair where farmers displayed their fruits and vegetables and livestock. Storage plants and jam factories were in operation to serve markets outside the community and take care of the surplus fruit not shipped to other destinations. Mission became known as “The Home of the Big Red Strawberry.” The Japanese played an important role in the development of the fruit and berry industry. They arrived early in the 1900s and by the end of the 1930s they owned most of the berry producing farms. When they were evacuated in 1942, the farms were left with no-one to operate them. The two world wars, the importation of fruits at lower prices, along with crop failures due to weather and disease brought the decline to the fruit industry in the mid-1950s. The need for more electricity prompted the building of the Stave Falls Dam and electric plant which began operating in 1912. The construction of this and the Ruskin Dam in 1930 brought new people into the area, created employment, and boosted the economy of the community. Mission’s first source of electricity was in the townsite. It was made from a homemade generator built by Hori Windebank in the basement of his cement block building on the corner

of Grand and First (today Power House Apartments). Telephone service began in 1907 with a line running from Mission to Hatzic. Catherwood and Northcote took over the service and in 1909 established the Mission City Telephone Company with their offices on First Avenue. In 1929 the business “affiliated with BC Telephone” (although continuing to operate as a separate company) and changed its name to Mission Telephone Company Ltd. This name was retained until the company amalgamated with BC Telephone in 1952.

eople were now demanding better roads and more roads. Farmers complained the rough roads damaged their fruit on the way to the factory or shipping point. In 1910 the first automobile arrived in Mission, creating new businesses – dealerships and the “service station.” The Mission Auto Club formed in 1915. By 1916 Dewdney Trunk Road, a chief artery on the north side of the Fraser, was completed through to Nicomen Island and in 1922, another section was finished between Steelhead and the townsite. In 1927 the CPR bridge was planked for vehicle traffic, eliminating the long waits for the ferry. Mission’s Main Street (now First Avenue) was paved in 1929.

Soap box derby 1952 Horne Avenue flats 1948

Tree farm presentation 1956

The first issue of the Fraser Valley Record (today Mission City Record) was published in 1908. Initially located in a small room at the back of George Abbot’s new building on the corner of James and First, the newspaper moved into its own building on the north side of First Avenue between James and Welton. In 1940 they moved into their present location. The threat of fire was always a worry. In 1911 the Anglican Church offered the use of its new bell to summon the volunteer fire brigade equipped with a chemical wagon on two wheels and a hose. In 1914 a waterline was laid along First Avenue with a pipe and a length of hose housed in a box in each block. A volunteer fire brigade was formally organized in 1927. The first fire hall was located on the site of the present Museum. In 1934 they expanded on a lot behind the present Scotiabank and relocated in 1974 to its present location on 7th and Murray. In 1920 Mission’s first official hospital opened in a rented house on the corner of Birch Street and Third Avenue through the extraordinary efforts of the Mission Memorial Hospital Society and the Auxiliary. Land was then secured on the corner of 5th Avenue and James Street and in 1925, Mission’s first built hospital (today Mission Memorial Centre) opened

debt-free. This hospital was dedicated to the memory of First World War servicemen and it served the community until the present facility on Hurd Street opened in 1965.

located constructed on Welton and 2nd (1945), then on Grand and 7th Avenue (1963). The present Public Safety building on Oliver Street was opened in 1984.

eterans from the First World War formed an organization called the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 57 (Mission) in 1927. They met in various locations until 1930 when they purchased property at the corner of First and Lougheed Highway. They secured the Acme House sitting on the road allowance for the new Lougheed Highway which the provincial government moved to the site. In 1936 they had raised enough money to construct a building adjacent to Acme House and later enlarged it, serving members until its sale in 1989. Since then, the Legion has relocated twice (1993 and 2004) to serve the changing needs of its membership.

The first circulating Library was started by Mrs. P. Vogel and Mrs. H. Abercrombie in 1912, located above James Plumridge’s store. The first steps towards a public library were taken in 1930 when Mission was selected to participate in the Carnegie Trust Fund five year library initiative that resulted in the establishment of a valley-wide system known as the Fraser Valley Union Library (today Fraser Valley Regional Library). Through the efforts of Tony Taulbut, the former Bank of Commerce building was donated for a library in 1947 and moved up Welton to 2nd Avenue. It became the home of the Mission Museum when a new library was constructed on the corner of Second and James in 1972. Today’s library facility opened in 1994.

Arthur W. Lane was the first Provincial Constable in Mission, serving from 1896 to 1910. The Provincial Police patrolled the townsite and the unorganized territory while Municipal police patrolled the District. The RCMP took over all policing duties in the Village of Mission in 1950 and the Corporation of the District of Mission in 1967. The first police station was on the north side of on First Avenue. Later, buildings were

The forest provided warmth, shelter and a livelihood for the settlers. They cut ties for the CPR and poles for hydro wires during winter while they were waiting for their fruit trees and berry crops to mature. Small mills soon began to appear throughout the district, shake and shingle mills were established along the Fraser River. This new industry attracted immigrants from India. tourismMission.info t tourism Mission.info

Municipal Hall 1974

Hatzic Rock 1994

Sikh Temple 1989

o stabilize the economy, improve revenue for the district and provide lots for sawmills, the Municipal Forest Reserve was organized in 1948. Ten years later, the Municipality of Mission was granted a Tree Farm License (TFL 26) which provided the rights to plan and manage the local forest. During the early post-World War II period in Mission (1946-1959), the community experienced both growth and setbacks. The Board of Trade organized the first annual Strawberry Festival (1946-1956) to promote Mission’s fruit-growing industry. The following year, local boys raced in the first internationally affiliated soapbox derby in Mission (1947-1973) which grew into a major amateur racing event for youth aged 11 to 15 years old from all over western Canada. An outdoor heated swimming pool on 2nd and Horne and a Junior/Secondary school on 7th were opened in 1952 and Westminster Abbey was built on the hill overlooking Hatzic in 1954. There were also disasters that seriously impacted the community. In 1948 the Fraser River broke through the dikes flooding the whole valley paralyzing the community until the water subsided. 34

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Seven years later (1955) when a span of the CPR bridge battered by the spring freshet collapsed, it took over a year before it was repaired. The 1960s gave Mission a new Court House on 7th Ave., Mission Oaks Shopping Mall, and Turners Building Products, (took over the old Eddy Match factory). This decade also marked a new era in the governance of community when the Town of Mission City and the Corporation of the District of Mission amalgamated in 1969 to form the present day local government. In the 1970s we saw a new City Hall, a new four lane bridge across the Fraser River and the Leisure Centre built. The Welton Tower Apartments for senior citizens opened on 2nd and Welton. The Downtown Business Association formed to meet the growing needs of the store merchants.

the Mission Hills Shopping Plaza and the Mission Sikh Temple were officially opened.

n 1990, developers with the help of archaeologist Gordon Mohs, found hundreds of Sto:lo artifacts at the Hatzic Rock now known as

Xá:ytem Longhouse Interpretive Centre. Through the efforts of the Friends of the Hatzic Rock Society, this ancient site was saved and is officially recognized as a National Heritage site, to be preserved in perpetuity. The site is currently closed to the public. In recent years, the community has been working together with local First Nations to better understand the troubled past of the residential school and move forward in a positive way, using the recommendations made by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, to build

The 70s also saw the beginning of the Citizen of the Year award, Miss Mission, and a tourist bureau on the Lougheed Highway.

a healthier community for everyone.

The growth of Mission continued in the 1980s. A new Pleasant View Home and the Pleasant View Apartments were completed. The Fraser River Heritage Park, a new indoor swimming pool,

enthusiasts to visit, while still offering all

In recent years, Mission has continued to grow and evolve. Its vast natural beauty makes it a popular area for outdoor the comforts of home. Mission’s future looks as bright as its colourful past.

Mark your Calendar May 6 Ukrainian Festival

series so special? Friends and family from around the community pack their chairs and pick their spot of grass and enjoy free concerts.

• Clarke Foundation Theatre The 22nd annual festival will be the largest Ukrainian celebration in the region. It features traditional dancing and music. From demonstrations to various displays of arts and crafts, there is something for everyone. bcucf.ca

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June 2-4 Lordco NHRA BC Nationals Mission Raceway Park

May – October Mission City Farmers Market

This exciting event will feature top Alcohol Funny Cars and Dragsters, Harley Davidson, NHRA Sportsman classes, and Super Pro.

• Every Saturday at the Leisure Centre

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Come to the Mission City Farmers Market on Saturday mornings for seasonal local produce, farm fresh eggs, bread, honey, preserves, baking, plants, seeds, natural skin care products, and many other handcrafted items. missioncityfarmersmarket.com

June – August Envision Twilight Concert Series Running Wednesday and Friday evenings at Fraser River Heritage Park If you are looking for a toestomping, outdoor concert series, look no further than Mission’s very own Envision Financial Concert Series. What makes this concert

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June 4 Heritage 125th Community Picnic The community of Mission will come together for a picnic at Fraser River Heritage Park. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plenty of activities for the whole family including the Chamber of Commerce Chili Cook-off.

June 11 Children’s Festival • Fraser River Heritage Park Celebrating it’s 21st anniversary this year - bring the kids for a free fun packed day at the park with music, entertainment, crafts and much more. missionartscouncil.ca

• Police (non-emergency) 604-826-7161

June 18 Old Car Sunday in the Park • Fraser River Heritage Park Take dad out to the park this Father’s Day and let him admire the hundreds of vehicles on display. This is the 26th anniversary of the event which features Model T Fords to the latest fast cars. It runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 24 Mission Soapbox Derby The annual event will take place on Stave Lake Road and features fun action for the whole family to enjoy. Whether you are a young racer, or a spectator, check out the fun. missionsoapbox.com

July 1 Canada Day Celebrations • Fraser River Heritage Park Show off your Canadian pride. Get dressed in red and celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday at Fraser River Heritage Park. Come for some birthday cake and entertainment.

• Animal Emergency Clinic of the Fraser Valley

• District of Mission 604-820-3700

604-514-1711 • Fire (non-emergency) 604-820-3793 • Ambulance (non emergency) 604-872-5151

• Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce 604-826-6914

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Mark your Calendar July 21-23 Mission Folk Music Festival • Fraser River Heritage Park The fun kicks off on July 21 as the Mission Folk Music Festival celebrates another entertainment packed event. Unique and talented acts from around the world will bring their sounds to Fraser River Heritage Park for everyone far and near to enjoy. Camping is available. missionfolkmusicfestival.ca

• Mission Raceway Park This event feature classes including Heritage Series Nostalgia Fuel Funny Cars, all NHRA Class Cars, B-1 NHRA Summit ET Racing Series and more. missionraceway.com

• Mission Downtown Downtown Mission becomes party central as the community comes together to celebrate with bouncy castles, food trucks, and a host of activities. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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The jet cars are coming. This event highlights Jet Cars, Wheelstanders, CPSA, All NHRA Class Cars, B-1 NHRA Summit ET Racing Series, Jrs, Hot Rod and more. missionraceway.com

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biggest Christmas Craft Market in the Fraser Valley. With more vendors than ever before, you’ll find presents for everybody on your Christmas list! missionartscouncil.ca

November 18-19 Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival • Various sites Celebrate the beauty and biodiversity of the Fraser Valley by learning about the bald eagles and the cycle of the salmon. Viewing stations will be set up in several communities and there will be talks from naturalists, and family activities.

October 13-15, 20-22 and 27-31 fraservalleybaldeaglefestival.ca Mission Arts Council’s Tribute to the Walking Dead December 1 Mission Candlelight Parade • Mission Raceway A tribute to the Walking Dead. Get out and see the best haunt in the Fraser Valley. Be there and be scared. missionartscouncil.ca

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The church is 162 feet long by 110 feet wide and contains 64 stained glass windows. The rainbow coloured glass creates windows that stand 22 feet high around the perimeter of the church. The dome of coloured glass rises 50 feet above the altar, allowing shafts of light to stream into the church. Visitors are welcome, and asked to follow the dress code of no shorts or overly exposed skin, when entering the Abbey Church.

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Soapbox Derby

he Mission Soapbox Derby was first run in 1946 as part of the inaugural Strawberry Festival, held on Main Street from Grand Street to Horne Street. The first year of the derby was a huge success as onlookers enjoyed watching the cars zoom down the course in their makeshift soap box cars. In 1947 the race landed Mission in some hot water when the All-American Soap Box Derby Association discovered that Missionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soap Box Derby was infringing on their copyrights. Luckily however, instead of quashing the small-town event, an agreement took place which gave the Mission District rights to an American Soapbox Association franchise, meaning that the winner in Mission would go on to compete

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in the All-American Soap Box Derby Championship Finals in Akron, Ohio. By 1950 the Derby was a provincialwide contest. To accommodate the Derbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s increasing popularity, the city of Mission build a new track in 1953 at the Fairgrounds. In 1956 the Strawberry Festival was dropped to handle the Derby exclusively, which subsequently attracted 20,000 visitors to Mission that year. In 1958 the Derby had over 200 contestants representing over 40 different communities. Although the Soapbox Derby had a multitude of sponsors, they did not provide sufficient monetary contributions to offset the costs.

In 1999, sponsored by the Mission & District Lions Club, the derby was started again. It was taken over in 2002 by the Mission & District Soap Box Derby Association and has taken place annually ever since.

Due to declining local interest, the derby was cancelled in 1974 after GM withdrew their sponsorship.

The 2017 Mission Soapbox Derby is set for June 24, For information visit missionsoapbox.com.

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Invested in Mission since 1979

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Come dine with us

What better way to end a busy day of recreation than to sit down and enjoy one of the many restaurants available in Mission. Whether you are looking for a hearty family meal, a quick dine and dash, a few drinks at the pub or a romantic dinner for two, Mission has a restaurant to satisfy your cravings. From fine dining to casual fare, every member of the family can find something to tempt their tastebuds. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seafood or hamburgers, steak or vegetarian fare, you can find what your heart desires here in Mission.

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www.embersbbqhouse.com #107-32559 Logan Avenue, Mission 604-826-1191

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33261 First Avenue Mission (Across from Magnoliaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s)

Call 604.287.5596 for reservations or take-out. Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine at one of our family owned restaurants located in the heart of Vancouver and now, open in Mission. We focus on quality with only the freshest ingredients, the finest cuts of meat and authentic Thai herbs and spices. Come sample a wide assortment of dishes including vegetarian and gluten free. U&I Thai now offers catering to your home, office or function. We will bring everything required to make your event beautiful and effort free. Along with chefs and servers we also offer tablewear, linen and even tables and chairs to complete your meal.

We look forward to serving you soon. Abbotsford 33757 South Fraser Way 604-744-0488 Mission 33261 First Avenue 604-287-5596 Vancouver 3364 Cambie Street. (at 18th) 604-875-6999

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SIP&

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at Sisto’s

Thursday

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Night Karaoke 7:30pm

Breakfast 9:00am - 11:00am

sisto’s neighborhood pub

Sunday Night Open Mic 7:00pm

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A taste of yesteryear Photos courtesy Mission Community Archives

Austin House

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ROA STE D COF FEE Join us for a Roaster Tour here in Mission Sun, Mon & Tues 8am - 3pm

33093 2nd Ave, Mission BC See Roasting Process

Organic & Fair Trade Espresso Bar

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Single Origin & Blend Coffees

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Mission’s Best Americano and In house made Gelato Café / Coffee House 33093 7th Ave Daily 6am - 8pm tourismMission.info

A True Greek Experience Vicky, GiGi and family invite you to come in and enjoy authentic Greek cuisine.

Our dishes have been created from generations of family traditional recipes, giving you the best in Greek dining.

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Call for take-out or delivery Open: Sun-Thurs 11am-9:30pm • Fri. & Sat. 11am-10:30pm

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Blackberry Kitchen

The Blackberry Kitchen is located in Mission’s beautiful 40 acre Fraser River Heritage Park. Stunning panoramic views of the Fraser Valley and Mt. Baker enhance your dining experience.

Located in the heart of Downtown Mission. Open Wednesday through Sunday for Classic Casual Cuisine. Martin’s is the perfect location for private events such as receptions, birthdays, rehearsal dinners, weddings and corporate events of up to 40 guests. We’d love to help you plan your next gathering, please call Laurel at Martin’s for further information. We have many Gluten-Free options available.

Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner either in our fully licenced inviting west coast log restaurant or on the patio. Our meals are prepared by our talented Chefs using fresh local ingredients and then presented to you,

City Style...Valley Casual 604-826-0210 7494 Mary Street, Mission Find us on Facebook OPEN 9:00AM - 9:00PM DAILY

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33157 1st Avenue, Mission Reservations Recommended 604-820-0789

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Mission's full service law firm since 1978.

Gordon D. Taylor, Q.C.

• Wills & Estate Planning and Litigation • Corporate & Business Law • General Civil Litigation

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• Personal Injury/ICBC Claims • Estate Litigation • General Civil Litigation

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• Divorce and Family Law • Child Protection • Family Law Mediation • Family Law Arbitration • Aboriginal Law

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