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New Report Finds Abbotsford Agriculture Industry is Responsible for $3.8 Billion in economic activity

ABBOTSFORD, May 25, 2022 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, under academic guidance of the University of the Fraser Valley and the University of British Columbia, with financial support from the City of Abbotsford and TD sponsors, released its 2022 …

Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Opportunity – Chief Executive Officer

Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce – Chief Executive Officer • Leaders International The Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) holds the key leadership position in the Chamber. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for the successful leadership of the …

Abbotsford Chamber expands team with new Business Engagement Hire

ABBOTSFORD, Nov 1, 2022 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hire of Jessica Levesque as Business Engagement Manager who started Tuesday, October 25th last week at the Chamber. “On behalf of the Chamber, I’m thrilled …

Abbotsford Chamber Brings Economic Risks of Flooding to the Forefront at BC Chamber AGM

June 9, 2022 – Abbotsford, BC – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce alongside the Surrey Board of Trade and Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce highlighted the importance of addressing future flooding risks and rebuilding at the Annual General Meeting of the …

Abbotsford Chamber recognized for Disaster Relief Efforts

ABBOTSFORD, April 26, 2022 – The Abbotsford Chamber was recognized today by the BC Economic Development Association for its leadership role in supporting farmers and businesses to recover after the devastating floods that affected the Fraser Valley last year.  The …

Study reveals Abbotsford’s not-for-profit organizations drive social benefits and economic growth

There is a correlation between a city with a strong not-for-profit culture and a thriving community with a robust economy, according to a new study released by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce (ACOC) and the University of the Fraser Valley …

Board Statement on Executive Director Temporary Leave of Absence for Federal Election

The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Board is pleased to announce that Executive Director, Katerina Anastasiadis has been declared the Conservative Candidate for the Coquitlam – Port Coquitlam Electoral District in the upcoming federal election. The Board supports the democratic process and …

ABBOTSFORD CHAMBER CELEBRATES SUPPORT AT BC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MAY 29, 2021 – Abbotsford, BC – Today concluded the annual BC Chamber of Commerce AGM & Policy Convention which took place virtually May 28 and 29th with delegates and stakeholders from across the province who proposed and debated critical …

ABBOTSFORD CHAMBER VOICES CONCERNS ON 2021 FEDERAL BUDGET AND LACK OF STRONG BUSINESS RECOVERY PLAN

April 20, 2021 – Abbotsford, BC – Yesterday the federal government tabled its first budget in two years and announced $101.4B in new spending. The deficit at the end of 2020 was reported at $354.2 billion, with higher deficit projections …

CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW BOARD AT AGM AND CELEBRATES PAST YEAR’S ACHIEVEMENTS

(Abbotsford) – March 18, 2021 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting on Friday, March 12th where it welcomed its new Board and celebrated achievements in 2020. The Board undertook a comprehensive recruiting process and clearly …