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 report “Canada’s Agricultural Hub – An Economic Impact Analysis of Agriculture in Abbotsford.” The report…
Read More 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 Chamber, in partnership with the University of the Fraser Valley and the Abbotsford Community Foundation,…
Read More 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 (UFV). The economic and social impact of 278 Abbotsford not-for-profit organizations is highlighted in The…
Read More 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 those seeking to hold public service to serve citizens and the community. The Chamber is committed…
Read More 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 issues impacting business. Economic recovery and restart was top of mind. The Abbotsford Chamber of…
Read More 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 through to 2026 than forecasted in the Fall of 2020. Pandemic recovery efforts have entailed…
Read More (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 identified key sectors of focus, leadership, and skills competencies to grow the board. It also…
Read More Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards 2020 celebrates the best in business Awards recognize outstanding organizations and individuals that strive for excellence in the community December 3, 2020 Abbotsford, B.C. – The Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards presented by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Abbotsford News officially launched the Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards 2020.…
Read More October 27, 2020 – Abbotsford, BC – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce participated in the 2020 Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM & Policy Convention Oct 26th & 27th, joining nearly 1,000 virtual participants. Chambers, members, and stakeholders from across the nation, from the network of the Canadian Chamber’s over 200,000 membership base, joined together to…
Read More Abbotsford Chamber to host Virtual Provincial Election Local All-Candidate Meetings The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce together with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board and the Fraser Valley Indo-Canadian Business Association will be hosting three All-Candidate Meetings, one for each of the local Provincial ridings. The meetings will take place as follows: Abbotsford Mission held on…
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