Back to Blog In response to the release of plans for new Highway 1 upgrades by the Province, four Chambers of Commerce representing the Fraser Valley, including Abbotsford, Langley Township/City, Mission, and Chilliwack, are uniting to push for an expedited completion of this Highway 1 expansion project to bring better transportation capacity to the region.…
Read MoreTwo new categories are available to recognize the businesses, entrepreneurs and organizations striving for excellence, with this year’s theme – Honouring Business, Nurturing Growth For immediate release – Sept 6, 2023 Abbotsford, BC – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Abbotsford News are welcoming nominations for the 27th annual Business Excellence Awards. This year, two…
Read MoreFraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Unite to Urge the Province to Speed Up the Expansion of Highway 1
Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Mission Chambers are urging the Province to have shovels in the ground to expand of Highway 1 and commit to funding it from Langley to Chilliwack to ensure the continued growth, and mobility of business and economic activity across the region. (FRASER VALLEY) August 8, 2023 – In response to the…
Read More(ABBOTSFORD) July 26, 2023 — The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is calling on the federal government to extend the repayment deadline for CEBA (Canadian Emergency Business Account) loans for struggling businesses. The Abbotsford Chamber also signed on to a national letter to Canada’s Prime Minister and Minister of Finance alongside from 250 organizations representing thousands of…
Read More(OTTAWA) July 6, 2023 — The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce has joined more than 120 chambers of commerce, boards of trade, and business associations across Canada to express deep concern over the labour disruption at Canada’s West Coast ports. “We are calling for resumed negotiations immediately in order to find a mutually acceptable resolution to the…
Read MoreAlex Mitchell is one of 30 British Columbians to be named to BC Business’ Top 30 under 30 list, featuring the Province’s leading young entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce’s CEO, Alex Mitchell, has been recognized on the annual BC Business Top 30 under 30 list for her leadership…
Read MoreDiscover the resilience and innovation of Abbotsford’s agricultural community on the annual Agriculture Bus Tour, connecting community with industry. ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is set to host its highly anticipated annual Agriculture Bus Tour on June 16. This year’s event spotlights the remarkable achievements of local agriculture businesses, emphasizing their significant…
Read MoreHighway 1 Expansion, infrastructure investment for flood mitigation, and holding government accountable for the burdens on small business top the list of issues discussed. ABBOTSFORD, B.C. — The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce hosted Kevin Falcon, leader of the Official Opposition, for a sold-out Leaders Lunch with Abbotsford’s business community this week. Guests gathered at the…
Read MoreABBOTSFORD, B.C. — The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Alex Mitchell as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mitchell brings more than a decade of combined economic development, communications, and advocacy experience in both the public and private sector. This announcement marks the conclusion of a thorough cross-country recruitment process, overseen by a CEO…
Read MoreAbbotsford 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 organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board in accordance with policies and…
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