Welcome to Abbotsford
Abbotsford is the largest city by area in British Columbia. It is home to the University of the Fraser Valley, TRADEX and Abbotsford International Airport, which hosts the Abbotsford International Airshow. The municipality's southern boundary is the Canada–United States border, across which is Sumas, Washington. In Canada, it is bordered by Langley to the west, the Fraser River and Mission to the north, and Chilliwack to the east. Much of Abbotsford has dramatic views of Mount Baker (to the southeast) and the Coast Mountains (to the north).
Local Events
Our Local Events section, parades, fairs, festivals, the Abbotsford International Airshow–they're all listed here! Along with a brief description of each one, so you can be prepared ahead of time.
Map
View a map of Abbostsford here.
Abbotsford News
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Parent says Abbotsford school distributed bibles without consent
According to one parent of a Godson Elementary student, some students were offered Gideon bibles without their parents' consent
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Abbotsford Police release sequel to 2012 Christmas card
Last year's version attracted international attention when Santa was depicted in full tactical gear and carrying an assault rifle.
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Harm reduction debate moves to public hearing
Council moves first reading of bylaw amendment to end prohibition on harm reduction in Abbotsford
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Executive director of The Reach accepts new role in Whistler
Suzanne Greening to leave position in Abbotsford to open Audain Art Museum.
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FVRD disputes clean air claim
The regional district has challenged a recent report that ranks Fraser Valley as having the cleanest air in Canada.
