Abbotsford Police Department Expansion

Project Type: Buildings & Facilities
Project Description

The Abbotsford Police Department (APD) Headquarters Expansion and Renovation project is currently underway. The updated building will provide APD officers and civilian staff with the necessary space and tools to perform their duties safely and effectively as they work towards making Abbotsford the safest city in British Columbia.

The project involves a significant expansion of the current headquarters, which was originally built in 1988 for the Matsqui Police Department. At that time, it accommodated just 74 officers and a support staff serving a population of 58,000 residents. However, with the current force of nearly 350 officers and staff supporting a community of 160,000, the new building will offer additional workspace and resources as well as accommodate growth for years to come as Abbotsford continues to expand.

The project includes the construction of a 4-story expansion adjacent to the existing Abbotsford Police building, as well as the renovation of the existing structure. Additionally, site work will be completed to re-align pedestrian and vehicle paths in the vicinity. Upon completion, the expansion will seamlessly integrate into the renovated space.

Civic Precinct Visitor Parking

There will be minor changes to our public parking during the construction. 

Civic Precinct Visitor Parking Map
Location
2838 Justice Way, Abbotsford BC
Updates

April 2025 Update: The new Abbotsford Police Department (APD) building is scheduled for completion this month. APD staff will transition into the new facility over the subsequent weeks. Following this, renovations of the existing building will begin, encompassing comprehensive interior and exterior upgrades. During the renovation period, the site office will be remain located in the upper parking area adjacent to City Hall. This parking area will be reinstated as City Hall visitor parking in the summer of 2025.

September 2024 Update: The Abbotsford Police Department Expansion project is continuing well with significant progress in the past months. Roofing was completed through the spring and summer months. Envelope work is ongoing around the building including cladding and curtain walls installation.

Inside the building, mechanical, electrical, and elevator installations are well underway. Concurrently, drywall installation, painting, T-bar ceiling, flooring, and millwork are all progressing in a zoned and sequenced system. 

Q1 2024 Update: The concrete superstructure of the building has been completed. The focus now shifts to the building envelope and interior. 

2022 Update:  The expansion construction is currently in progress, with the Abbotsford Police Department (APD) continuing regular operations from the existing building. Construction works will take place from 7 am to 7 pm Monday - Friday with limited construction done on weekends and holidays.

Timeline
  • Q4 2022 – New North Access Road and Justice Way Parking Installed
  • Q1 2023 – New building earthworks began
  • Q2 2023 – Earthworks and utility relocations complete, concrete superstructure work began
  • Q1 2024 – Superstructure complete
  • Q1 2024 – Q1 2025 – Interior construction trades including CMU, mechanical, electrical, steel stud, drywall, flooring, ceilings, millwork, and painting
  • Q1 2025 – Commissioning and finishes
  • Apr 2025 – New building occupancy
  • April 2025-Q2 2026 - Renovation work on existing building will begin and is expected to conclude in Q2 2026
Contact
Name: Brian Poelman
Title: Project Engineer
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