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Archway Recognizes Local Community Builders
Two local individuals and three organizations were honoured at the 20th annual Archway Community Builders’ Awards presented by FortisBC, on Wednesday, October 14th at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. For 20 years, the Community Builders’ Awards have celebrated individuals, businesses, and organizations whose contributions help make Abbotsford a more caring, connected,…
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Three Votes for the Price of One In Canada
by Don R. Campbell Contributing Columnist For More Follow Don at: Don R. Campbell’s “Signals vs. Noise” Canadians hold three ballots and treat all three as equal. The real arithmetic…
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Chilliwack Rotary Book Sale Returns — One of Western Canada’s Largest,Raising Over $100,000 for Community Projects, Scholarships and Literacy
CHILLIWACK, BC — [October 15, 2026] — The Chilliwack Rotary Book Sale returns November 1 – 7 at Chilliwack Heritage Park, running daily from 10:00-6:00, with special extended hours until…
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The Real Test of a Municipal Council Is What It Leaves Behind
OP ED by Dave Loewen Dave Loewen Abbotsford City Councillor Dave was first elected to City Council in 2005 and is now serving in his sixth term. Born and raised…
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Abbotsford Chamber Announces New Women’s Leadership Community Council Term and Women in Motion Event
The Women’s Leadership Community’s new Council will bring women in business together around connection, leadership and impact. ABBOTSFORD, B.C. | October 20, 2026 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is…
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Three Votes for the Price of One In Canada
by Don R. Campbell Contributing Columnist For More Follow Don at: Don R. Campbell’s “Signals vs. Noise” Canadians hold three ballots and treat all three as equal. The real arithmetic…
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Chilliwack Rotary Book Sale Returns — One of Western Canada’s Largest,Raising Over $100,000 for Community Projects, Scholarships and Literacy
CHILLIWACK, BC — [October 15, 2026] — The Chilliwack Rotary Book Sale returns November 1 – 7 at Chilliwack Heritage Park, running daily from 10:00-6:00, with special extended hours until…
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The Real Test of a Municipal Council Is What It Leaves Behind
OP ED by Dave Loewen Dave Loewen Abbotsford City Councillor Dave was first elected to City Council in 2005 and is now serving in his sixth term. Born and raised…
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Abbotsford Chamber Announces New Women’s Leadership Community Council Term and Women in Motion Event
The Women’s Leadership Community’s new Council will bring women in business together around connection, leadership and impact. ABBOTSFORD, B.C. | October 20, 2026 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is…
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City Abbotsford’s 2026 Homeless Point-in-Time Count shows decrease of more than 20 per cent from 2025
ABBOTSFORD, BC – October 19, 2026 – The City of Abbotsford has completed its annual Point-in-Time Homeless Count, providing a guide for ongoing local response efforts based on the minimum…
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Tickets Selling Fast for Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s Grand Gala
There’s only one month to go until the can’t miss event of the season—Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s Vintage Hollywood Grand Gala, held in support of our local hospitals and…
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City Council Appoints Mark Neill as City Manager
ABBOTSFORD, BC October 20, 2026 – The City of Abbotsford is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Neill as City Manager, effective October 21, 2026. Neill replaces outgoing City…
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Benjamin Mehrer Launches Campaign Focused on the Future of Abbotsford Students
ABBOTSFORD, BC — June 29th, 2026 — Engaged community member and lifelong Abbotsford resident Benjamin Mehrer has officially announced his campaign for Abbotsford School Trustee, saying the future of the…
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Abbotsford Voice launches into campaign season with clear plan for Abbotsford’s next four years
Packed event highlights practical priorities for growth, infrastructure, healthcare, recreation and a more responsive City Hall ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – August 27, 2026 – Abbotsford Voice officially launched into the 2026…
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Stronger By Design: Merritt Invites Community to Explore What’s Ahead for Flood Mitigation on November 14th
November 14 Community Day connects residents with project teams, upcoming plans and the workshaping Merritt’s future MERRITT, BC Five years after the November 2021 flood, the City of Merritt’s Flood Mitigation Departmentis inviting residents, community partners and media to look ahead at the projects that will help build a safer,more resilient community. The Stronger By…
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City of Abbotsford announces Dr. Marion Keys and Abbotsford Hospice & Grief Support Society as 2026 Civic Award recipients
ABBOTSFORD, BC – October 19, 2026 – Abbotsford City Council is pleased to recognize the outstanding advocacy, collaboration, care and compassion of two invaluable community stalwarts by awarding Dr. Marion Keys with the 2026 Order of Abbotsford, and Abbotsford Hospice & Grief Support Society with Abbotsford’s 2026 Community Champion Achievement Award. “City Council is proud…
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Stronger By Design: Merritt Invites Community to Explore What’s Ahead for Flood Mitigation on November 14th
November 14 Community Day connects residents with project teams, upcoming plans and the workshaping Merritt’s future MERRITT, BC Five years after the November 2021 flood, the City of Merritt’s Flood…
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City of Abbotsford announces Dr. Marion Keys and Abbotsford Hospice & Grief Support Society as 2026 Civic Award recipients
ABBOTSFORD, BC – October 19, 2026 – Abbotsford City Council is pleased to recognize the outstanding advocacy, collaboration, care and compassion of two invaluable community stalwarts by awarding Dr. Marion…
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Armaan, Taapsee, Rashmika & Vedika— Latest in Bollywood
Armaan shares his dream come-true moment Singer Armaan Malik has called his association with Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana a dream come true, describing the experience of singing Mangala Sangama, the Kannada…
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2026 Ford Ranger Lariat SuperCrew: Great for Work and Play!
Auto review by Veeno Dewan The 2026 Ford Ranger is the Blue Ovals compact truck a good counterpart to the mighty, larger segment FordF-150. New changes for 2026 include: new…
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Armaan, Taapsee, Rashmika & Vedika— Latest in Bollywood
Armaan shares his dream come-true moment Singer Armaan Malik has called his association with Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana a dream come…
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2026 Ford Ranger Lariat SuperCrew: Great for Work and Play!
Auto review by Veeno Dewan The 2026 Ford Ranger is the Blue Ovals compact truck a good counterpart to the…
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