Growing with Care: How Rainbow Greenhouses Nurtures Water and Community

Tucked into the heart of Chilliwack’s fertile farmland, Rainbow Greenhouses stands as a shining example of how innovation and care can grow side by side. What began in 1985 as a modest 280-square-metre operation has blossomed into over five million square feet of greenhouse space across British Columbia and Alberta. Yet the true story of Rainbow’s success isn’t just about growth, it’s about stewardship.

At Rainbow, sustainability isn’t a trend. It’s a way of life rooted in the values that define Chilliwack’s agricultural community: respect for the land, care for the environment, and pride in producing something meaningful. Their team has built a remarkable water-recapture system that ensures every drop counts.

At their Chilliwack facility, 100% of excess water is recycled. That means every bit of runoff from overhead lines, flood tables, and flood floors is captured, cleaned, and sent right back to nurture the next round of plants. Across their other growing locations, about one-third of the water is also reused. These systems reduce waste, protect local water resources, and serve as a model for sustainable greenhouse agriculture.

This kind of greenhouse innovation demonstrates how modern farming can respect nature while remaining efficient and productive. Studies show that greenhouse operations can rely on up to 60% rainwater and use significantly less water per kilogram of produce than traditional field farming. In a world facing water scarcity and changing weather patterns, Rainbow’s closed-loop system represents the future of sustainable agriculture in Chilliwack.

But what makes Rainbow truly special is their community-minded approach. They share their story openly, offering glimpses behind the scenes on Instagram from rows of vibrant plants to snapshots of the team that makes it all possible. Their message is simple yet powerful: water is life, and every drop deserves care.

In Chilliwack, our farms have always been more than places of work, they’re the heart of our local economy, our identity, and our connection to nature. Rainbow Greenhouses reminds us that the best farming practices don’t just grow plants, they grow resilience, innovation, and hope for a more sustainable future.

At Chilliwack Farm Story, we celebrate local farms that lead with purpose. Rainbow Greenhouses is proof that when we invest in conservation and creativity, we’re investing in the long-term health of our community and the land we love. Together, we can continue to build a thriving, sustainable agricultural landscape one story, one drop, and one farm at a time.