This year marks a significant milestone for our community: the 30th anniversary of the City of Abbotsford. In 1995, the Districts of Matsqui and Abbotsford came together to create the city we know and love today. This historic amalgamation marked the beginning of a journey of growth, innovation and a vibrant sense of community.
A lot has changed in those 30 years. For starters, in 1995 there was no George Ferguson Way – only George Ferguson the Mayor. He along with 10 councillors embarked on a journey with new city of 100,000 people. That was also back when gas wars brought price at the pump to just 25 cents per litre, the George Foreman Grill was the hot new appliance on the market and people didn’t “Google” anything – the only browsing they did took place in the aisles of the local Blockbuster Video.
Abbotsford was known as the “City in the Country,” and it was a place where farming, open spaces and community values were the key attractions. While so much has changed over the last 30 years, our values have remained the same. You’ll still find thousands of dedicated farmers and agriculture producers out in their fields every single day, providing us with the food that feeds our growing province. You’ll still find community spirit alive and well. Our values of entrepreneurship, hard work, innovation and collaboration still define us.
Explore the timeline below to journey through 30 years of notable community events, accomplishments and memorable moments that have shaped Abbotsford into the cultural and economic Hub of the Fraser Valley.
