Corporate Partnerships

The City of Abbotsford’s Corporate Partnerships Program develops valuable partnerships between businesses/organizations and the City. Through this program, local businesses are able to heighten their visibility and develop stronger relationships with a City-wide audience, the City is able to use sponsorship dollars to fund programs and facilities and, ultimately, residents benefit from enhanced, barrier-free City events and initiatives.

In an increasingly competitive business landscape, successful companies understand the value of partnerships, as it allows them to build stronger relationships with their target audience, be seen as a community leader, and enjoy a range of attractive marketing benefits.

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Partnership Opportunities

Attach your organization’s name to one of the City’s well known, much-loved facilities! Naming Rights opportunities are available for a variety of City venues and amenities, including the Abbotsford Centre, the new Accessible Baseball Field at Grant Park, and the proposed new Downtown Plaza. This is a highly impactful way to get your name noticed, and build your brand’s reputation, in Abbotsford - and beyond!

City Programs & Events

Events and programs strengthen community by creating human connection and bringing people together. Work with our team to find a partnership opportunity that is the right fit for your company’s unique marketing goals. Sponsor a program or event that supports youth, engages seniors, or provides an inclusive community experience like a free skate or movie night! Partnership on a City program or event can enhance activities while providing a natural way of obtaining the marketing connection you are looking for.

Upcoming Partnership Program Opportunities:

For all partnership opportunities listed below, connect with Economic Development for more information and customization.

Date	Program	Sponsorship Range	Details
February	Family Day	$3,000	The City of Abbotsford offers free activities for the local community on Family Day. Your business can also be recognized for offering a free activity this weekend by providing a free skate, swim, or movie night for families to enjoy! *Please note partnerships are only available for Friday - Sunday events, not on the Family Day Monday.
March	Spring Daze	$300-$2,500	Sponsor spring break activities at the recreation centres such as free skates, swims and movie nights.
April	CityStudio Hubbub	$1,000	CityStudio is a partnership program between the City of Abbotsford and the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) and challenges university students to tackle civic issues and provide prototype solutions.
May	Volunteer Appreciation Day	$1,000-$5,000	An event to say thank you to over 600 volunteers including Big Brothers & Sisters, Cyrus Centre, MCC and Archway.
May	Mayor's Luncheon	$1,000-$5,000	The annual Mayor's Luncheon is an event open to the community. The Mayor gives his state of the city address to over 300 attendees.
May	Youth Appreciation Week	$1,000	Sponsor the Youth Swim for youth ages 13-18yrs to have their very own swim (with DJ included!)
May - October	Go Play Outside	$500	Go Play Outside utilizes the power of play to connect community through accessible arts, heritage, culture, and recreation programming.
May - September	Centennial Pool Swim	$2,500	Sponsor a free public swim for the community.
June	Seniors Week	$1,000	Sponsor keynote speakers, coffee socials, a City resource fair, and free lunch are all part of programming during Seniors week.
July & August	Youth Summer Pass	$5,000	Sponsor free passes for youth to participate in recreation activities all summer long.
July & August	Summer in the Park Daycamp	$5,000	Provide free daycamps for 30+ kids. (Application by Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Archway and Ministry of Child and Family Development.) Opportunities to also support this subsidized camp in the park, with added activities like fishing and foraging!
July	Canada Day	$2,500 - $25,000	Over 65,000 residents attend the annual Canada Day Parade and Festival held at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford. A free, fun family event that all can enjoy, there are lots of ways your business can partner with the City on this annual community festival.
Sept - June	Learning Plus	$300	Learning sessions and coffee social combine for these impactful classes. Everything from Cybersecurity to Cooking Classes!
October	Halloween Howl	$300 - $1,000	Halloween Howl is a party at Abbotsford Recreation Centre for the whole family, including themed activities, family gym, arts and crafts, and spooky story time!
November	CityStudio Hubbub	$1,000	CityStudio is a partnership program between the City of Abbotsford and the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) and challenges university students to tackle civic issues and provide prototype solutions.
November	Involve Abbotsford	$1,000	Involve Abbotsford is a program that supports and fosters the robust and innovative arts, non-profit sector, small businesses and local sports organizations by providing relevant information and training to help build on the foundation of service that benefits the quality of life for all residents of Abbotsford.
December - January	WinterFest	$300 - $2,500	WinterFest is a winter themed festival at the recreation centres. Activities to sponsor include free skates, swims and movie nights.