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Jodie Foerster is a history student at the University of the Fraser Valley and a Museum Assistant and Researcher at the Agassiz-Harrison Museum and Archives. She specializes in British Columbia's settler history and archival storytelling. Learn more on the About page
From building the new church to repairing the farm buildings, the Wright siblings take you along during their first June in Agassiz, British Columbia. This post is all about building a community, exploring Vancouver, and working on their farm in Agassiz, British Columbia In these letters, Cecil and…
As the first signs of spring begin to emerge and the soil becomes warmer, the planting season officially begins. It is a time of new growth, fresh opportunities, and deep-rooted traditions. For farmers, it marks the start of a long days in the fields and hope for a…
This post explores the trans-Atlantic journey from England to New York City in 1896. It’s February 26th, 1896, and the Wright siblings sailed from Liverpool, England, to Canada aboard the RMS Majestic, one of the most luxurious steamships of its time. As they settle into their cabins, they…
Life in Agassiz was never dull for the Wright family. In this July 1896 letter, Harold describes rushing to aid a drowning man, a close encounter with a bear, and the everyday challenges of pioneer life. This post is all about Harold’s attempt to save a drowning man….
From getting caught in the rain, to organizing dances and plays to fundraise for the church, the Wright siblings enjoy their first June at their Fraser Valley farm. This post is all about the fundraising efforts for the new church being built and harvesting the fruit on their…
This post covers postal delays and the Agassiz Dominion Experimental Farm.It also looks at the Canadian Pacific Railway excursion to Agassiz in August 1896. Postal Delays & Lost Letters There is a gap in the Hazeley letters until October 1896. During this time there were significant postal issues…