OUR COMMUNITIES
Our region is a collective of communities spanning Agassiz, Harrison Hot Springs, Harrison Mills, and all the communities in between. We share the land of the traditional territories of the Stsâ ailes, Seabird Island, SqâewĂĄ:lxw, Cheam, Douglas, Leqâa:mel, Samahquam, Sqâewlets, and Skatin First Nations. Our stories are deep in the oral traditions of our people, our land, and our waterways. Each story, like its community, is unique. Learn our stories by experiencing what each of our communities have to offer.
On the traditional territory of the Stsâailes First Nation, nestled against Southwestern British Columbiaâs magnificent mountains and the sandy beaches of Harrison Lake, is Harrison Village. Harrison is a hidden jewel providing âoff the beaten pathâ activities, such as forest bathing, hiking, kayaking, and our world-famous BC hot springs.
Protected by the mighty Coast and Cascade Mountain ranges and the fast-flowing Fraser River, Agassiz is known for its rich and fertile land that has contributed to a long-standing history of farming in the area. Agassiz and the District of Kent are located on the traditional territory of the Seabird Island, Shxwâowhamel, SqâewĂĄ:lxw, Stsâailes and Cheam First Nations.
Harrison Mills and the Hemlock Valley are best known for their pristine, yet rugged, wilderness. From their lush forests and flowing rivers to their mountain peaks and ski hills. This region is located on the traditional territory of the Stsâailes, Scowlitz, Leqâa:mel, Douglas, Samahquam, and Skatin First Nations.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES AND OUR INDIGENOUS ROOTS BY EXPLORING âOUR REGIONâ AT TOURISMHARRISON.COM
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