Abbotsford City Council begins its 2026-2030 term
On Nov. 3, the 2026-2030 term of Abbotsford City Council held our inaugural Council meeting where we took our oaths of office and were sworn in by Judge Perbeen Mann. It was a proud moment, and we are honoured by the trust placed in us by the…
Celebrating Abbotsford’s community champions
On Oct. 21, the 2026 City of Abbotsford Civic Recognition Awards were held at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. This year’s Order of Abbotsford was awarded to Dr. Marion Keys, and the Community Champion Achievement Award was presented to the…
Reflecting on our 2022-2026 Council term
On Oct. 20, we held the final meeting of our 2022–2026 Council term. Looking back, we’re proud to reflect on four years of service, progress and collaboration.
Guided by our Strategic Plan, Abbotsford City Council worked to build an inclusive…
Have your voice heard on Election Day
With a pair of elections coming up, now’s the chance for you to have your say on who represents you on Abbotsford City Council, the Abbotsford Board of Education and at the Provincial Legislature in Victoria.
This month, two elections are being…
A celebration of culture in Abbotsford
For the next two weeks arts and culture are in the spotlight in Abbotsford and across Canada.
The 2026 edition of Culture Days launched on Sept. 18 and the cultural celebration is taking place in communities nationwide until Oct. 4. Abbotsford…
Engaging with our local manufacturers
Abbotsford is home to many exciting manufacturing businesses, and last week three of them opened their doors to give Council, Abbotsford Chamber representatives and community members a look inside.
On Sept. 11 the City of Abbotsford and…
Moving forward on sports fields and recreation space for a growing Abbotsford
One message Abbotsford City Council has heard consistently from residents, families and local sports organizations is that our community needs more sports and recreation amenities.
Demand continues to grow across soccer, fastball, baseball, slo…
City invests Reaching Home Grant funds in MCC programs
Homelessness is a complex, Canada-wide issue that requires the cooperation and coordination of governments and agencies across multiple levels.
As a federally-designated “Community Entity” under the national Reaching Home program, the City of…
Looking ahead to the municipal election
This year’s municipal election is fast approaching, and voters will soon learn the names of all candidates running to become City Councillors, School Trustees, and the Mayor.
The nomination period runs from Sept. 1 to 11 — that’s the window for…
Looking back on Council’s climate highlights
As a City Council we have a responsibility not only to the families and businesses of Abbotsford, but to the land that Abbotsford sits upon as well.
During City Council’s 2022-2026 term, we’ve been committed to minimizing environmental…
Council explores innovative agri-tourism at EcoFarm
Supporting and advocating for agri-tech and ag innovation has been a priority of our Council term, and last week we visited a local business that exemplifies some unique opportunities for agricultural operators in Abbotsford.
On July 22, Deputy…
Join Council at Abbotsford’s summer events
Summer is finally in full swing, which means events big and small are taking place across our community.
Like many Abbotsford residents, Council will be out and about this summer to enjoy everything our city has to offer. From our beautiful…