Rooted in History. Committed to preserving Langley's agricultural heritage.

Dear Community Members,

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The Township of Langley Farm & Ranch Exhibition Society (FREX) is seeking your organization's endorsement and support for the development of a non-profit, volunteer based multi use Agricultural Event Center at the historic Belmont Farms on Old Yale Road, Township of Langley. 

In October 2025 an informal presentation was made to TOL Mayor & Council. 

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FREX received unanimous approval to proceed with their due diligence and bring a proposal forward to Council.  

The following is a brief summary of our intentions and what we hope to have ready for presentation by March 1/2026. 

If the following describes a project your group could stand behind, endorse and potentially make use of please email a letter of support to  frexbelmontfarms@gmail.com - our goal is to let the TOL know that this is something the AG community would overwhelmingly embrace. 

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Sincerely,

FREX Board of Directors

Dale Saip

Rich Kitos

Lois Clough 

Chris Pack

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The 60-acre ALR Belmont Farms property offers a rare opportunity to create a permanent Agricultural Exhibition Park and Pioneer heritage centre located within the Township. 

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FREX seeks to honour, preserve, and revitalize the sites legacy while creating a vibrant year-round destination for agriculture, education, competition, and a community campus that aims to serve the needs of Youth Agricultural programs, 4-H groups, livestock breeders, equestrian disciplines, ranchers, and the broader community. The vision is centred on the adaptive reuse of the site’s historic buildings. 

• Restoration and preservation of existing heritage structures

• Refurbishing the original dairy barn for cattle housing and interactive milking demonstrations & education  

• Establishment of a resident draft horse team to support parades and community celebration

• Arenas to facilitate western performance horse events and appropriate pens & chutes for the holding and moving of livestock 

• On-site hay production for resident livestock, restoring gardens & heirloom orchards to support a public Farmers Market & traditional agricultural attractions such as plowing matches and tractor-pull events

• The project will be developed in phases to ensure financial responsibility and long-term sustainability. Proposed components include:

• Pioneer Park Stadium: An open-air arena with grandstands suitable for seasonal events, competitions and exhibitions 

• Pioneer Park Picnic Area: A family-friendly space dedicated to community gatherings, heritage displays, and educational programming.

• Covered Multi-Use Arena & Event Centre: A year-round venue for 4-H activities, livestock shows, auctions, competitions, clinics, agricultural education and other community events.

• On-Site Barns, Stabling & Overnight Facilities: Infrastructure to support resident and visiting livestock, competitors, and guests, encouraging multi-day events and local economic activity.

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Our goal is to re-establish the public’s connection to food production and farm life—much like the historic agricultural exhibitions once featured at the PNE—while strengthening community identity, youth engagement, and regional agri-tourism. 

In closing, Belmont Farms can become a living heritage landmark: preserving Langley’s past, supporting today’s producers, and inspiring future generations.

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Thank you for your time.