It also encourages the development of light, non-polluting industry. Langford has 22 lakes within its boundaries with the largest being Langford, Florence and Glen Lakes. Neighbourhoods cluster around these lakes as well as in other areas. Houses are available in all price ranges. Recreational areas include the impressive Goldstream Park.
Visitors flock to the park in the fall, when the park's river is filled with spawning salmon.
Thetis Lake Park also offers hikes and centuries-old western Red Cedars. The population is about 4,200. Metchosin was the 19th century end of the underground railway for American slaves seeking liberty. The community's name comes from the Salish language. The landscape is peaceful with many farms and small groups of houses tucked behind woods.