Young teacher Elizabeth Thatcher who trades high society life for a classroom post in the prairie, determined to prove she is brave enough to live on her own. She learns through her aunt’s secret diary that she had been a pioneer woman herself, and uses it as a guide to embark on her own adventures.
Coal Valley is at odds when a special message is found at the site of a fatal coal mining accident.
The Pacific Northwest Mining Company threatens to evict the widows of Coal Valley unless they pick up where their husbands left off.
Coal Valley comes together when a young grieving girl, who lost her father in the fatal mining accident, goes missing.
After discovering new evidence, Jack investigates a surprising suspect in the church arson case.
When a group of new male miners comes to Coal Valley, many of the town’s women get caught up in the prospect of the single men. Before long, Jack acts jealous when one of the men takes an interest in Elizabeth.
Elizabeth is feeling caught between overprotective Jack and new miner Billy Hamilton. When Jack tells her he has proof Billy lied to her, Elizabeth has had enough. Abigail, sensing Jack’s feelings for Elizabeth go beyond his protective duties as Coal Valley’s Constable, suggests Jack try a gentler approach to reach her.
Abigail is encouraged to re-open Coal Valley’s dilapidated and abandoned cafe and make it her own after Elizabeth raves about Abigail’s baking. Meanwhile, Jack and Elizabeth are at odds after Elizabeth’s brief romance with a dishonest miner, which has left her pride hurt, and Jack accidentally insults her as he fumbles to confess his growing feelings.
Elizabeth and Abigail emotionally move out of the row house and into the rooms above Abigail’s cafe, starting a new chapter and leaving many memories behind. Elizabeth learns that she and her students must put on the Coal Valley Founders’ Day play. While rehearsals begin, Jack surprises Elizabeth with some special talents, and has an even bigger gesture in mind to help her more than she could have ever hoped.
A determined Jack properly asks Elizabeth for a dinner date, finally making his romantic intentions clear. Elizabeth is excited, and is in for another very special surprise—an unexpected visit from her younger sister, Julie. Elizabeth hesitates to make a fuss about her date with Jack, but can’t help but be swept away when he surprises her with a very romantic evening at the café, with a little help from Abigail.
Saying goodbye to Jack has left Elizabeth heartbroken, but she tries to stay strong in front of her class. Meanwhile, wanting to continue the investigation she started with Jack, Abigail tries to outwit Henry Gowen by stealing a file from his office that could hold the clues to the cause of the mine explosion.
Jack is hailed a hero after putting away the Tolliver outlaws, and has decided to come back to Coal Valley for good. But his return to town — and to Elizabeth — is unexpectedly complicated by the arrival of gorgeous big-city actress. Meanwhile, Jack has asked Mountie forensic investigator and friend Bill Avery to help Abigail make a case against Gowen and the Pacific Northwest Mining Company regarding the mine explosion.
Abigail is beginning to let go of her grief and look toward the future with forensic investigator Bill Avery. Meanwhile, a hurt and confused Jack confronts Elizabeth about her new job offer back home. Visiting Circuit Judge, Jedidiah Black a legendary man who is insolent, insufferable and incorruptible will finally bring justice to Coal Valley after the repercussions of the mine explosion, just as Elizabeth and Jack take an important step in their relationship. Alternate title: Final Adieu
Coal Valley’s trial gets underway in the town with a new Judge presiding over it. Elizabeth gets unsettling news from Hamilton regarding her family, and must return. Abigail’s case is presided over by an unlikely prosecutor. Elizabeth’s family meets, Jack. The trial’s verdict is rendered by the Judge, which effects the whole town. Elizabeth readjusts to family life in Hamilton. Abigail is reunited with a family member. Jack has to reevaluate his importance in Elizabeth’s life. A new man comes to town with a prospect that can change the townspeople’s entire future.
Rosemary makes herself useful at Abigail's Cafe. Jack and the townspeople work on building the new church to become the school. Elizabeth gets reacquainted with her old life away from Coal Valley. One of the widows gets proposed to and the wedding brings the townspeople closer together. Abigail receives troubling information about Bill Avery.
Abigail travels to Hamilton to stay with Elizabeth’s family and is compelled to accept Bill’s help on a personal matter. A heroic act by Jack brings him closer to his ex-fiancée, Rosemary. Elizabeth returns to Hope Valley and she and Jack come together to consider what the future holds.
When a visitor from home arrives in Hope Valley, Elizabeth begins to question the direction of her heart and feelings for Jack. As Abigail struggles with how to help her daughter-in-law, Bill delves deeper into an undercover investigation.
Elizabeth and Jack receive upsetting news from their families in Hamilton that could tear them apart. Meanwhile, Abigail tries to find forgiveness in her heart for Bill as Lee enlists Rosemary’s help to fight Gowen and keep Hope Valley from falling apart.
Elizabeth and Jack try to put their differences aside to stop Julie and Tom before they make another mistake. Bill sorts out a relationship from his past. Gowen targets Abigail’s Café in his next underhanded scheme.
Elizabeth and Jack face a life-threatening experience together and finally discover the truth about what has been keeping them apart. Later, all of Hope Valley witnesses a shocking arrest and an unexpected proposal.
The townsfolk celebrate the New Year, which allows Jack and Elizabeth to make a fresh start. Meanwhile, Rosemary and Lee have a new adventure and Pastor Hogan runs into an unwelcome visitor from his past.
Elizabeth surprises Jack with a home of her own; Abigail learns of Gowen's latest greedy scheme; Frank's past catches up to him.
When the people of Hope Valley learn that Frank is a wanted man, they quickly turn on him. Abigail sets out to prove that the mistakes of the past don't define the future.
After Hope Valley learns redemption is possible, Abigail and Frank pursue a romance before the heart of the town is tested by the threat of a gang of outlaws.
Jack and Faith's friendship begins to complicate his relationship with Elizabeth; Abigail pitches in to help a struggling community; a wave of kindness in Hope Valley has everyone opening their heart for a grand occasion.
Jack prepares to take a big step toward building a life with Elizabeth; Abigail welcomes Becky back into her home before making an emotional decision about their future as a family.
Abigail has to come to terms with the sudden arrival of the children's aunt; Elizabeth, Jack and the rest of Hope Valley come to witness a powerful act of love that proves everyone is right where they belong.
Jack's mother arrives in Hope Valley and quickly proves to be a challenge for Elizabeth; Rosemary plans her perfect wedding.
A resident of Hope Valley is put in danger after a landslide; a touching celebration of love proves how big people's hearts are.
An intriguing peddler comes to Hope Valley selling the townspeople his wares and teaching them valuable lessons about joy and giving. And when the townspeople realize that the recently displaced settlers in the area will not have a proper Christmas, they come together to create a special holiday celebration — including a Nativity presentation from the schoolchildren — that will infuse everyone with the true spirit of Christmas.
Elizabeth strives to help a young boy come to terms with an past injury while she and Jack coach the kids in baseball.
Elizabeth must try to coax the truth from Robert after his lie about seeing a bear makes him the town hero.
To raise money for new school supplies, Elizabeth and the kids throw a carnival. The carnival sheds new light and possibly even hope, on Phillip’s relationship with his distant father.
Elizabeth struggles with growing pains at the school. An old friend comes to visit Jack. Abigail’s tenure as mayor is threatened. Rosemary plays matchmaker.
Elizabeth fights to clear her name and get her job back. Jack gets some troubling news. Wyatt and the railroad continue to make problems for Hope Valley. The children have to deal with a stern new schoolteacher.
After the death of a friend, Jack makes some difficult life choices that may affect Elizabeth as well.
Elizabeth has problems in her classroom when the nephews of Ray Wyatt come to her class and bully other students. Lee loses his voice and Rosemary does the talking for him. Bill finds AJ foster. Ray Wyatt opens a commissary.
Tension between Elizabeth and her new students continues. Lee and Rosemary fight about Rosemary learning to drive. Abigail struggles to hold the cafe together while the railroad’s commissary thrives.
Elizabeth takes Opal in while her parents are away. A newcomer to Hope Valley has some insight into Carson Shepherd’s mysterious past. An unlikely turn of events puts Cody in harm’s way.
The town gathers around Abigail as Cody fights for his life. Carson comes to terms with his past and gets a chance at redemption.
Elizabeth’s fiancé, Jack, surprises her, coming on home on leave and bringing a young Mountie desperately searching for Christmas inspiration. The community of Hope Valley works together to aid this young man with the help of an enchanted Wishing Tree. And as mayor, Abigail is pretty busy. Recognizing that, her newly adopted son, Cody, engages classmates in creating the town’s annual Christmas Celebration. While Sheriff Bill Avery forges a relationship with the disgraced former mayor, Henry Gowen, Rosemary and Lee are reminded that family is the true meaning of Christmas.
Elizabeth’s sister Julie visits Hope Valley in her quest to become a teacher. Lee is made acting Sheriff when Abigail and Bill leave town to testify in Gowen’s trial. Carson has problems with a traveling tonic salesmen.
Elizabeth mentors Julie, who finds teaching more difficult than she imagined. Abigail has to find a way to convince the railroad to build its depot in Hope Valley.
Jack returns and begins planning his future with Elizabeth. Elizabeth teaches her students the difference between facts and speculation. The town is put on edge when Lee cannot withdraw funds to pay his employees.
Abigail tries to figure out how to keep the town’s bank afloat. Elizabeth struggles to understand what troubles one of her young students. Rosemary goes overboard planning Jack and Elizabeth’s wedding.
Jack and Elizabeth’s plan to get married is put in serious jeopardy. Bill has difficulty transporting a prisoner.
Jack and Elizabeth’s relationship is put to the test. Pastor Frank and Abigail make a decision about their future. Bill helps a young girl solve a mystery.
Elizabeth assigns her students to follow business leaders in Hope Valley for a day. Abigail and the town host two possible investors for the failing bank. Bill’s life is disrupted when AJ Foster arrives and turns herself in.
Bill is put in serious jeopardy while transporting AJ to face trial. Abigail tries to save the town from an investor who will hurt Hope Valley. Carson is faced with a life-and-death medical decision. Elizabeth tries to reunite a mother and her son.
The widow of Lee’s former silent partner arrives and gives Gowen a chance to run a company again. Elizabeth tutors an unexpected new student. The residents of Hope Valley conspire to pull off a surprise.
In the 3 weeks since the arrival of devastating news, Hope Valley has come together in love and support in a time of sadness.
As a snowy winter and the Christmas season approach the idyllic Canadian town of Hope Valley, a widowed Elizabeth is preparing for the birth of her baby, and she's turning to her close friends, Abigail and Rosemary, for some help and support through her pregnancy journey.
Elizabeth balances new motherhood with teaching, Bill & Gowen battle to buy the saloon, Rosemary plays matchmaker for a potential romance, and Abigail brings technology to town.
After a foolish comment, Carson must admit that he cares more about Faith. The charming new saloon owner, Lucas Bouchard, causes a stir. Elizabeth teaches self-confidence, and Abigail takes a risk on the stock market with Gowen.
Bill convinces an estranged friend to help catch criminals, Abigail & Lucas face off about the saloon’s disruption to town, and Faith & Carson consider revealing their relationship.
A new Mountie arrives earlier than expected. Bill and Nathan jump right to work when Lee’s payroll is stolen. At the school, friends turn against each when a mock debate goes awry; Carson and Faith try to keep their romance a secret.
Elizabeth confronts Nathan about his parenting style. Bill is offered a judgeship, but is unsure if he wants to take it. Rosemary hosts a girls-only night. Faith and Carson’s romance blooms. Jesse finds surface oil, but can’t afford to drill.
Gowen strikes oil, which splits Hope Valley into the haves and have-nots. Bill must settle a dispute among the landowners. Nathan urges Bill to re-examine the judgeship offer. Rosemary must come clean to Lee about a deep, emotional anxiety she feels.
Trying to stay on Elizabeth’s good side, Lucas sets up a library for the town. Abigail is reunited with an old flame. Allie tricks Harper, Robert and Opal into believing the town has a haunted house. Bill conducts his first trial as a judge. In part 2, Bill and Nathan apprehend an infamous outlaw, “Gentleman Johnny,” and Rosemary and Lee have an overdue talk.
Lucas’ past comes back to haunt him and others in Hope Valley. Lee and Gowen compete for workers. An old friend arrives with a new orphan.
At the Founders’ Day Festival, Elizabeth makes a move that might affect her future. An orphan struggles to accept his new life. Bill finds startling information about Gowen.
Elizabeth prepares for Little Jack's first Christmas and birthday, missing Jack more than ever. Nathan receives a prestigious job offer in Union City but weighs the downside of leaving Elizabeth and taking his niece away from Hope Valley. Lucas holds a Christmas festival to bring some of his family's traditions to Hope Valley and to impress Elizabeth. A detour on his way to see Faith leads Carson to a stranger in need of his help. Meanwhile, Rosemary and Lee search for the perfect gift for Little Jack, while Bill turns Hope Valley upside looking for a special gift that he misplaced.
Lucas gives Elizabeth writing advice that causes her to search for new inspiration. Rosemary and Lee plan a vacation. Faith returns home with a dilemma that may force her to part ways from Carson. Gowen is interviewed for a business magazine.
Elizabeth helps Nathan navigate family tensions. Rosemary advises Clara and Jesse on wedding plans. Bill and Lucas lose customers when a rumor spreads.
Elizabeth encourages Nathan to investigate his father. Lucas enjoys the first chapters of Elizabeth’s novel. Clara and Jesse cross items off their wedding to-do list.
Elizabeth, Carson and Faith deal with an outbreak of chickenpox. Faith's dedication to her job jeopardizes her future.
Elizabeth gets a surprise bouquet of flowers on her doorstep which has the whole town wondering who left them. Rosemary and Lee organize Jesse & Clara's Bachelor and Bachelorette parties.
Elizabeth gets the people of Hope Valley to band together as only they can to give Clara and Jesse the wedding of their dreams.
Lee and Rosemary are challenged with taking care of a fussy Little Jack.
A dangerous windstorm puts residents of Hope Valley at risk. Elizabeth takes half the class on a field trip in the woods while Carson is the substitute teacher for the rest.
Elizabeth and Nathan try to resolve their differences. Rosemary learns a secret about Lee. Elizabeth feels betrayed by Lucas, but helps him get the oil company's records from Gowen. Nathan goes under cover. Fiona gets bad news.
Elizabeth hears news about her book. Lee gets a surprise that stirs up wounds from his past. Fiona tries to find a way to stay in Hope Valley. Lucas makes a last-ditch effort to preserve his partnership in Gowen Petroleum.
Elizabeth has finished her manuscript and tries to come to terms with how she feels about Nathan and Lucas. An unwelcome visitor stirs up trouble for Nathan and Allie. A homesick Rosemary and Lee cut their South American trip short. Faith returns from medical school. Clara and Jesse haven’t been getting along. Fiona starts a new business venture.
The sudden arrival of Lucas’ mother Helen Bouchard makes Elizabeth more than a little nervous when she begins to edit Elizabeth’s manuscript. Lee injures his back. A newcomer’s arrival causes Rosemary to reflect on what she wants in life.
A geyser erupts at the oil rig and everyone in Hope Valley drops everything to help. Nathan is summoned for an inquiry by a Mountie from his past and Jesse takes a liking to driving Lee’s motorcycle.
The inquiry begins, and Nathan starts to question his own actions. Meanwhile, a new family, the Canfields, buy Gowen’s cabin and Elizabeth welcomes them to Hope Valley. Lee’s sister and niece arrive in Hope Valley.
It’s graduation day at the Jack Thornton School house as well time for parent-teacher conferences. Rosemary and Lee adjust to having family in town. A letter from Dottie sends all the Coulters reeling. Clara learns Jesse made a big mistake.
Elizabeth wonders if she is truly ready to let love in again. Rosemary wonders what her purpose is. Clara and Jesse sort through their issues. Carson receives an amazing opportunity. A stranger named Christopher comes in town.
A health scare has everyone in Hope Valley worried about one of their own. Nathan is finally going to get Allie's adoption finalized. Lucas starts to become suspicious of Christopher's behavior since arriving in Hope Valley, while Christopher decides maybe he’d like to stay.
Elizabeth focuses on teaching Angela how to read braille. Rosemary and Lee struggle to give Rachel the freedom she was promised in Hope Valley. Bill feels displaced when he's asked to finally return his Mountie uniform.
Elizabeth is distraught over the reveal of Nathan's secret. Everyone helps a couple prepare for their wedding. The bachelor and bachelorette parties stir up mixed emotions from the guests. A mysterious businessman arrives in town.
Florence and Ned's wedding in Hope Valley leads every couple to evaluate their relationships. Rosemary discovers there is more happening in Hope Valley than everyone realizes, and she decides to get to the bottom of it.
Landis, the school inspector, arrives in town and causes trouble for Elizabeth. Rosemary finds her calling. A search is called when one of Hope Valley's residents is lost. Carson and Faith's relationship is put to the test.
Elizabeth has finally realized who she's supposed to be with. Big changes are coming to Hope Valley. The town rallies together to say goodbye and good luck to one of its own.
Change is in the air for Hope Valley with the foundry to be built and the upcoming mayoral election. Elizabeth arrives home from a trip to Hamilton. A potential investor arrives in town to discuss the oil business with Lucas.
Hope Valley elects a new mayor. Lucas and Elizabeth try to find the "little moments" in their relationship. Elizabeth offers to help Nathan with his horse after the hit-and-run, but it's newcomer, Mei, who connects with Newtom.
Elizabeth's book is finally published and it's the talk of the town. Lucas plans a surprise party to celebrate the event, but some bad book reviews have Elizabeth in a less social mood.
Elizabeth sees a new side of Lucas when a flu bug leaves her without a babysitter, and he volunteers to watch Little Jack.
School Inspector Augustus Landis is back in town and starts questioning Elizabeth's new accreditation to teach Angela. Lucas and Nathan decide to have a race, animal vs. machine.
Lee writes a new editorial in the Valley Voice. Gowen worries about the oil company's intentions now that Fiona has all but secured a deal with investors.
Mayor Hickam decides that Hope Valley needs to get back to its hopeful, joyous roots and decides to host Hope Valley Days, a collective celebration inspired by giving, fun, hope, and love.
Residents of Hope Valley continue to enjoy the festival. But with an unwelcome visitor unexpectedly still in town, everyone comes together not just in celebration, but to help one of their own.
Walden arrives back in town, putting more pressure than ever on Lucas and the residents of Hope Valley. Bill comes up with a plan to stop Walden. New investors arrive from the oil company.
Elizabeth and Rosemary don't agree about how best to share unsettling news in the town regarding the coal mines, but that's put behind them when Rosemary hears even more shocking news.
With the mine reopening imminent, Gowen decides to take drastic measures to make sure it stays closed. Elizabeth and Lucas struggle to communicate with each other. Lucas gets out of town to clear his head.
Elizabeth worries about her relationship with Lucas, while Bill helps Gowen through the fallout of the mine explosion. Rosemary and Lee receive some news.
Hope Valley faces an economic downturn together. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Bill learn that the children of Hope Valley have made a discovery that could change the future of the town.
Everyone is buzzing with talk of the Hot Springs and how it will help the town. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Lucas host Aunt Agatha and Julie on an interesting visit to Hope Valley.
Tourists start arriving, including the St. Johns, who may prove to be trouble for Bill. Meanwhile, Elizabeth rallies all Rosemary's friends to plan the perfect baby shower.
The Coulter baby is late, but Faith assures them it's fine. By the time Rosemary goes into labor, the entire town is there to support her. Madeline tries to stay in Hope Valley.
Rosemary and Lee are still adjusting to parenthood. Lucas reveals the surprise he's been working on to Elizabeth. Nathan has a camping trip planned for just him and Allie.
Rosemary and Lee's baby has brought up memories of Rosemary's own mother, and questions about her past. Meanwhile, the kids feel left out of the hot springs with all the tourists.
When a former student visits, Elizabeth thinks she may need her help. Meanwhile, Lucas orders something for all of Hope Valley to enjoy if they can get it working.
Elizabeth encourages Gowen to seek forgiveness from Rosaleen to heal old wounds. Meanwhile Montague continues to raise suspicion.
Everyone helps Rosemary as the Governor visits early. Meanwhile, Nathan is called away to help with land trouble only to find himself in unexpected danger and with surprising intel.
The town prepares for the Governor's black-tie ball. While still reeling from the true intentions of Union City Holdings, Lucas decides to try to sway the Governor to their side.
Lucas is the talk of the Valley. Elizabeth and the whole town rallies around him, but everyone still worries it won't be enough to stop the Governor.
With Elizabeth at his side, Election Day has the entire town supporting Lucas, hoping he will save Hope Valley. Rosemary and Lee discuss who should be their baby's godfather.
Elizabeth turns over a new leaf. Nathan returns home from an investigation, and Bill questions its outcome. Rosemary chases a scoop. Lucas makes a surprise announcement.
Elizabeth and Allie plan a birthday party for Nathan. Lee and Rosemary weigh business responsibilities against family time. Lucas settles into his role as governor.
Rosemary and Bill team up to investigate a case they believe shouldn't be closed. The women of Hope Valley start a day care. Hickam and Mei celebrate a milestone.
It's Easter in Hope Valley. Elizabeth organizes an egg hunt with help from Nathan. A visitor from Lucas's past gets the town talking. Angela and Cooper seek to mend a relationship.
Hickam and Lee clash with the mayor of Benson Hills, and Gowen suggests a solution with huge implications for the town. Elizabeth and Nathan clear up a misunderstanding.
Elizabeth confronts an imposing figure from her past with Nathan's support. Rosemary helps Lee navigate a new leadership role. Lucas struggles to find bidders for his resort project.
Elizabeth hopes for the best when Tom Thornton visits with an exciting opportunity for the town's choir. Rosemary and Bill interview a source. Lucas considers his options.
Elizabeth and Nathan help Tom out of a tight situation, and the town comes together after a setback. With encouragement from family, Joseph heals an old rift. Gowen councils Lucas.
Rosemary's newspaper article creates waves when she questions Lucas's judgement. Allie discusses her birth father with Nathan, and Elizabeth realizes Little Jack is growing up.
