Strengthening our community for 20 years
In Abbotsford we’re fortunate to have a municipal police service that goes beyond its regular duties to make our city safer and stronger by offering additional crime prevention and outreach programming. This exemplary level of service is made possible…
Local manufacturers open their doors
Manufacturing is a pillar of our local economy. It’s one of our largest employment sectors with more than 200 businesses providing 8,000 jobs, and it supports local jobs and economic activity in many other sectors as well. However, even though we have…
Remembering mayor George Peary
Few residents of Abbotsford have been as dedicated to and involved with our community as former mayor George Peary.
For more than 50 years George was a prominent and constant presence in Abbotsford, and friend to those of us on Council who had…
Walking the path of Truth and Reconciliation
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to learn, listen and reflect. It is a day to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, acknowledge the enduring pain and trauma experienced by Survivors of the…
Advocating for Abbotsford at UBCM
At its annual convention in Victoria this week, the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) got behind Abbotsford’s push to have the Province of BC provide funding to cities to help cover rising infrastructure costs resulting from the increased residential…
An inside look at BE Power Equipment
It may not be apparent by their humble exteriors, but the buildings in Abbotsford’s Peardonville industrial area are full of fascinating stories and remarkable innovations.
On Sept. 18 our Business Spotlight series brought us through the…
BC Culture Days starts in Abbotsford
Abbotsford is the Cultural and Economic Hub of the Fraser Valley, and this year we’re kicking off one of British Columbia’s biggest cultural celebrations.
The 2025 edition of BC Culture Days is taking place from Sept. 19 to Oct. 12, and on Sept…
Celebrating stories of resilience
It’s always inspiring to hear about people who face life-threatening struggles and emerge stronger than before with the promise of a brighter future. Fraser Valley Recovery Day gives us the opportunity to see that strength in our own community.
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Learning how Clearbrook Iron Works works
Our manufacturing and construction sector is a major part of our local economy and one of our region’s top employers.
We’re grateful to have innovative and resilient manufacturers and fabricators in Abbotsford, and last month our Business…
Welcoming leaders in aerospace, government and military
Did you know Abbotsford International Airport is a city-owned facility serving over 1 million passengers with over 3,600 flights annually and is part of a world-class aviation hub representing more than 2,000 local jobs on the airfield?
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Digging into the 2024 Annual Report
Each year by June 30 the City of Abbotsford releases an Annual Report containing the previous year’s audited financial statements, a report on municipal services and operations, a progress report on the objectives set out in the Strategic Plan for the…
Celebrating 50 years supporting women in need
We’re fortunate to live in a community with so many organizations willing to support people who are struggling. Many of these organizations have deep roots in our community and one of them is recognizing a significant milestone.
This year SARA…