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    Letters from Hazeley Ranch 1896

    July 26, 2025March 6, 2026 The Hazeley Letters

    Have you ever wondered what life was really like for British settlers in British Columbia during the 1890s? These letters give us a rare, personal look at the daily life in the Fraser Valley. During the most transformative period in Canadian settler history. This post looks at the…

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    Top 7 Historic Places to Visit Between Vancouver and Hell’s Gate (With Photos & Travel Tips)

    July 19, 2025March 29, 2026 Historic Places & Museums in British Columbia

    Planning a road trip through British Columbia? If you’re a history lover, don’t miss these top historic places to visit between Vancouver and Hell’s Gate. From a pioneer museum to Gold Rush landmarks, this route through the Fraser Canyon is rich in BC history and perfect for anyone…

  • Life in 1896 Agassiz: Mining Hopes, Farming Plans, and the Mysterious Sister Francis

    Life in 1896 Agassiz: Mining Hopes, Farming Plans, and the Mysterious Sister Francis

    July 6, 2025January 6, 2026 The Hazeley Letters

    Follow along with the British Columbian settlers,  Wright siblings, as they build a new life in Canada while farming on the land their parents had rented. Each week, they write back to their parents in England, updating them on how farming is going and everyday lifein Agassiz, British…

Hi, I’m Jodie — Historian, archive assistant, and researcher in BC’s Fraser Valley. I bring forgotten Canadian stories to life through archival letters and local history. Learn more here About

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