FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) November 7th, 2025 – With growing attention on the cost of doing business, pressures on public services, and community safety, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce convened business and civic leaders this morning for Prevention to Intervention: A Business Breakfast – a discussion on how road safety, caring for people injured…
Read MoreSuccess will hinge on doing things differently, enabling business to invest by strengthening food security, trade infrastructure, and economic competitiveness . FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) November 5th, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce welcomes the federal government’s focus on productivity, competitiveness, and economic growth in Budget 2025, but says execution will determine its…
Read MoreRecognizing leadership, innovation and community impact across Abbotsford’s business community with the release of the 2025 award nominees. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) October 22nd, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and Abbotsford News are pleased to announce the official nominees for the 29th Annual Business Excellence Awards, a signature event recognizing the remarkable…
Read MoreHear from ICBC leadership about their focus on affordability, care, and road safety as well as local first responders on building safer, more resilient communities through prevention and cross-sector collaboration. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) October 10th, 2025 – With growing attention around the cost of doing business, pressure on public services, community safety, and their…
Read MoreThe Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce attended the Canadian Chamber AGM in Mississauga, Ontario, passing two key policy resolutions supporting farmers and businesses by the national Chamber network. (Abbotsford, BC) October 14th, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that two of its policy resolutions were officially adopted at the 2025 Canadian Chamber of Commerce…
Read MoreAbbotsford is one of 8 Chambers in British Columbia to have achieved this national recognition. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) September 29th, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce was recognized by the Chamber Accreditation Council of Canada (CCAC) with a renewal of National Accreditation for another five years – the highest standard of Chamber…
Read MoreAbbotsford Chamber and UFV Connect Campus and Commerce With New Initiative to Support Small Businesses
Campus to Commerce connects Abbotsford businesses with the in-house research capacity of the University of the Fraser Valley’s students and faculty to find solutions to small business issues. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) September 16th, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the UFV Centre for Experiential and Career Education (CECE) launched a new…
Read MoreHear from top policy and industry leaders on how our region can thrive amid Canada’s changing economic landscape. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Fraser Valley, B.C.) September 10th, 2025 – With Canada at a crossroads on energy, infrastructure, and trade, Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce are convening national thought leaders and regional business voices to chart a…
Read MoreTickets are now available for the Annual Business Excellence Awards, presented by The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and Abbotsford News. This year’s theme is – The Golden Age of Excellence! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) September 2nd, 2025 – Registration is now open for the 29th Annual Business Excellence Awards, Abbotsford’s must-attend annual event featuring…
Read MoreNew UFV President, Dr. James Mandigo, will deliver his first official address to the business community on September 16th, outlining his vision for the university’s role in workforce development, innovation, and economic growth in the Fraser Valley. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Abbotsford, B.C.) August 6th, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce…
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