Fraser Valley & Greater Vancouver

A Vibrant Mix of Agriculture, Wine, and Urban Culture

The Fraser Valley is deeply rooted in agriculture. Its fertile lands support a wide variety of crops—vegetables, berries, cereals, nursery plants, pasture, and increasingly, wine grapes. With a growing number of wineries and proximity to Metro Vancouver, this wine region blends rural charm with urban accessibility, making it perfect for day trips or weekend getaways.

A Wine Region Born from Sustainability

The Fraser Valley wine industry is closely tied to the local farm-to-table movement. With an emphasis on sustainable farming and small-lot production, the region is home to more than two dozen wineries crafting both grape and fruit wines.

Unlike the hotter, arid regions of BC’s interior, the Fraser Valley enjoys warm, temperate summers and mild winters, ideal for cool-climate varietals. In fact, during 2024’s extreme cold snap that devastated crops in the Okanagan, Fraser Valley growers experienced a relatively normal harvest.

Though agriculture dominates the valley’s identity, only 6% of its 1.4 million hectares is considered highly productive farmland. Much of the land is covered by the Fraser River, forests, and mountains, making for spectacular natural backdrops.

Small Producers, Big Impact

The Fraser Valley Circle Farm Tour is a major draw for visitors, highlighting small-scale, family-run farms and wineries—40% of which are 10 acres or less. These producers welcome guests with warm hospitality and authentic experiences.

The region is officially recognized as a Geographical Indication (GI) by the BC Wine Authority. The Fraser Valley GIincludes Delta, Langley, Aldergrove, Abbotsford, and extends into Vancouver, Surrey, Richmond, and New Westminster—bringing together urban convenience and rural beauty in one wine-loving region.

Find Your Own Fraser Valley Adventure

Beyond wine, the Fraser Valley offers an abundance of outdoor recreation and cultural exploration:

• Mountain climbing, whitewater rafting, salmon fishing

• Kayaking, canoeing, horseback riding, hiking, biking

• Golf courses, hot springs, heritage sites, and art galleries

• Craft markets, local festivals, and historic towns

Indigenous Culture & Experiences

The region lies within the traditional territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the Squamish, Lil’wat, Sto:lo, Musqueam, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. Visitors can explore a rich array of Indigenous experiences:

• Traditional dining and culinary tours

• Cultural galleries and heritage museums

• Fishing traditions and land-based storytelling adventures

Whether you’re wine tasting, adventuring, or immersing yourself in culture, the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainlandoffer a unique and rewarding British Columbia experience—right next door to the city.