Council Blogs

Councillors Barkman and Loewen got an inside look at StructureCraft during the Manufacturing Bus Tour on Oct. 4.

Learning more about our manufacturing sector



Abbotsford may be renowned for agriculture, but a tour of some of our local manufacturers emphasized that we’re not just expert growers, we’re also expert builders.

Earlier this month, several members of City Council, including Mayor Siemens…

The results of the 2024 Quality of Life Survey will help City Council make informed decisions on strategic goals and priorities for the community.

Let us know your thoughts on our community



Our mission as City Council is to strive to continually improve the quality of life within our community by delivering key services for current and future generations. As part of our many check-in processes and public engagement opportunities, we are…

The Thanksgiving long weekend is a time of celebration and personal reflection.

What Thanksgiving means to us



Thanksgiving is the time of year when we reflect on the things that matter to us most and express gratitude for our family, friends and community.

In this blog post, Mayor and Council discuss Thanksgiving, what we are thankful for and what the…

Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service is planning community events for Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6 to 12.

Remember to keep your home safe from fires



Fire Prevention Week is upon us and it’s the perfect time to make sure that your home is fire-safe.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, roughly three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no…

Stetís ímexstowx is an annual event commemorating Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation taking place Monday, Sept. 30 around the Civic Precinct.

Walking together towards Truth and Reconciliation



“Stetís ímexstowx” is a Halq’eméylem expression meaning “walk beside us.” It is the name of the Truth and Reconciliation recognition event planned by local community partners taking place Monday, Sept. 30, at various locations around the Civic…