Opinion: Western floods could come again – and the consequences will be felt across the economy ALEX MITCHELL AND PASCAL CHAN READ IN THE GLOBE AND MAIL Alex Mitchell is the CEO of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and chair of the Fraser Valley Business Coalition. Pascal Chan is the senior director, transportation, infrastructure and construction, at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. In Abbotsford, B.C., and across the Fraser Valley, we remember the floods of 2021 all…
Read MoreFor immediate release – June 10th, 2024 Abbotsford, BC – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Abbotsford News are welcoming nominations for the 28th annual Business Excellence Awards. This year, two new categories have been added to the awards to highlight the success of Indigenous-led businesses and young professionals. The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and Abbotsford News will recognize outstanding organizations and individuals in Abbotsford that strive for excellence in our community. Nominations are open until September…
Read MoreThe Abbotsford Chamber is welcoming applications for its new Women’s Leadership Council. This diverse council of leaders will work to support businesses and non-profit organizations in Abbotsford to concretely improve inclusion in the workplace and address barriers to participation. (ABBOTSFORD B.C.) June 5, 2024 – Today, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce (ACOC) announced the launch of a new initiative to address inclusion and workforce barriers with the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC). The WLC will work…
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