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…
Saluting our dedicated committee and board members
As our 2022-2026 Council term starts to wind down, we’d like to take a moment to thank all the community members who volunteered their time to serve on City committees and boards.
Committees and boards bring residents, subject matter experts…
Celebrating Canada’s birthday in Abbotsford
Abbotsford’s July 1 Canada Day celebration is one of the City’s biggest events, with festivities planned from morning until night.
11 a.m. City Parade
At 11 a.m. our Canada Day celebrations begin with a parade down South Fraser Way –…
Council learns how SitePartners builds up our builders
In Abbotsford we know the importance of having a strong industrial sector, and we’re proud to be the home of a company whose goal is to keep that sector strong in B.C. and beyond.
On June 18, Mayor Siemens and Councillors Chahal, Driessen,…
Mayor Siemens talks agricultural and flood mitigation at national conference
Members of Abbotsford City Council recently returned from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) conference in Edmonton, where they spoke about the importance of domestic food production and encouraged the federal government to prioritize…
Saluting Abbotsford’s seniors
It’s Seniors’ Week in B.C. and the City of Abbotsford and our community partners are marking the occasion with a weeklong series of events and activities promoting seniors’ health and wellness.
A Seniors’ Week launch event was held on June 1,…
City of Abbotsford presenting two resolutions to Union of B.C. Municipalities
The City of Abbotsford is asking the B.C. government to consider how the newly announced expanded Provincial Sales Tax (PST) program will negatively impact local governments in B.C., and also for the B.C. government to engage meaningfully with local…
Grant recipients bring diverse art and culture offerings to Abbotsford
Eight art and culture creators and organizations will be treating Abbotsford residents to a diverse range of cultural experiences this year thanks to funding from the City of Abbotsford’s new Arts and Culture Grant Program.
Thirty-nine local…