Community
the rail district community
True Local Pride of Culture & Place
The Rail District. It’s where the Valley’s cultural heart beats, powering a network of entrepreneurs, artists, and (only slightly unhinged) change-makers. And together, this network has remained resilient, even during the profound challenges of 2020. The future will only build upon this strength.
This community stretches all the way up to the old Clayburn Brick Factory and down to the southern tip of West Railway St. It’s a place with history, natural beauty, culture, and neighbours who are ready to connect.
The Rail District is more than a set of neighbourhoods, more than a master-planned community. It’s a mosaic reflecting the partners who pitched in the resources, imagination, and nose-to-the-grindstone work ethic to build it. These local business owners, homebuilders and cultural influencers had one thing in mind: make a place where the Valley’s next generation feels right at home. Inspired, supported, and ready to create something beautiful.
Food & Drink
Experience the local flavours
The Fraser Valley is one of Canada’s richest agricultural regions and Abbotsford is BC’s most diverse community. All of this is reflected in the Rail District’s restaurants, bars and cafes, which emphasize farm to table offerings, locally brewed beer and wine, and a variety of cosmopolitan flavours.
shopping
Browse markets and boutiques
The Rail District boasts a tightly-knit network of small businesses. These local entrepreneurs are as passionate about investing in their community as they are providing unique, delightful, well-made goods. From a farmer’s market to clothing boutiques and record shops, from antiques stores and custom furniture shops to sports supplies—it’s all walkable, welcoming and well-loved.
entertainment
Discover the Valley’s culture
Throughout the year, the community hosts some of Abbotsford’s best loved cultural events. The Wine and Art Walk is an opportunity to visit local establishments while sipping the Valley’s finest vintages. The Berry Festival is a family-friendly celebration marking the abundance of summer. The Winter Jubilee unites the community for a breathtaking tree lighting. And live music is usually just around the corner—in bars, breweries or parks all around you.
recreation
Do more of what lights you up
Rail District residents will enjoy exquisite indoor and outdoor amenities, as well as direct access to the brand new Rail Trail, a multi-use path joining Rail District to Historic Downtown Abby. Built to connect neighbourhoods and encourage local exploration, the new Rail Trail follows the Canadian Pacific Railway for the pleasure of walking and biking enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to walk to a coffee shop for a latte or bike to Jubilee Park for a complimentary yoga class, the Rail Trail will keep you connected.
Health & Wellness
Nourish your body and mind
Balance and ease come naturally in this wellness-focused community. The Rail District boasts gyms, boutique studios and fitness facilities that support a healthy, active lifestyle. Join a spin class, take on a group HIIT workout or centre yourself in savasana—there are countless ways to move your body and calm your mind. And, residents here can take advantage of the outdoors year-round with the open-air Rail Trail, the walkable, bikeable route connecting this diverse collection of neighbourhoods.
CLOSE TO EVERYTHING YOU NEED
ufv
9 minutes
HIGHSTREEt SHOPPING
15 minutes
west coast express mission city train station
13 minutes
us border
20 minutes
langley
30 minutes
cultus lake
35 minutes
vancouver
65 minutes
