Happy Earth Day, Abbotsford!
April 22 is Earth Day, and it’s the perfect time for us all to reflect on actions and decisions we can take and make to continue to protect our environment.
As a City Council we are committed to sustainability and forward-thinking climate…
Abbotsford gets ready to vote
In Canada we are extremely fortunate to live in a democratic society. With a federal election just 11 days away, it’s important to for us to reflect on the privilege we have to choose our government representatives and have a say in how our country is…
Going behind the scenes at Columbia Cabinets
As a City Council we are very proud of and passionate about our local businesses and we want to do all we can to support them as they grow and thrive. A great way for us to get to know our businesses and their needs better is through our new Business…
BC returns sacred site to Semá:th First Nation
On March 31, Mayor Siemens had the honour of joining Chief Dalton Silver of Semá:th (Sumas) First Nation and BC Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Christine Boyle to commemorate the provincial return of the culturally and spiritually…
City crews preparing Abbotsford for springtime
As we get ready to enjoy longer days and warmer weather, City of Abbotsford crews are busy ensuring our community is prepared for spring.
In the coming weeks, you will see our teams out performing seasonal maintenance in City parks, including…
City puts forward resolution for infrastructure funding
As many residents are likely aware, provincial legislation now requires the City of Abbotsford, along with other communities like Vancouver, City of Langley and Mission, to allow increased residential density. That doesn’t just mean more people living…
Abbotsford City Council meets with Abbotsford Youth Council
As your City Council, we may be the leaders of today, but we’re also playing a role in nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.
Three to four times a year we meet with the participants of the Abbotsford Youth Commission’s (AYC) Youth Council, a…
Strengthening the City’s homelessness response
Addressing homelessness is a complex challenge that requires strong partnerships across all levels of government and with local service providers. In Abbotsford, our approach is guided by our Homelessness Action Plan, which includes key initiatives…
Celebrate Family Day in Abbotsford
You don’t have to travel far to enjoy the Family Day long weekend. There’s plenty to do right here in our own backyard.
As the cultural and economic Hub of the Fraser Valley, there’s always a lot going on in Abbotsford, and the Family Day long…
Making progress on strategic priorities
Each January we begin the new year with a review of our past accomplishments, current projects, and future goals as outlined in our 2022-2026 Strategic Plan.
The Strategic Plan is one of our most important guiding documents. It outlines…
A new year of cultural celebrations
After a successful 2024 season, we’re excited to be bringing back our Culture City: Program Series this weekend for a celebration of Black History Month.
The Culture City: Program Series is an ongoing lineup of free, family-friendly events that…
A new way to connect with local businesses
As a City Council we love getting out into the community to get to know our local business owners and operators a little bit better. One of the ways we’ll be doing this is through our new Business Spotlight program where Council will be visiting…
