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Minister Anne Kang and Local MLAs Celebrate Diversity at BC Dumpling Festival
COQUITLAM, B.C. – Thousands of residents and visitors gathered at Town Centre Park on August 15 in Coquitlam for the fifth annual BC Dumpling Festival, a vibrant celebration of multiculturalism, cultural heritage and community connection. Anne Kang, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, joined local MLAs Jodie Wickens (Coquitlam-Burke Mountain), Jennifer Blatherwick…
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The Magic of Sunflowers and the Magic of Fall
(Abbotsford, BC) As the pumpkin fields awaken, Taves Family Farms welcomes visitors into the next chapter of its signature storybook experience. From August 20th to September 6th, the Magic of…
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Dave Sidhu Announces Campaign for Re-election to Abbotsford City Council
ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Abbotsford City Councillor Dave Sidhu announced today that he will seek re-election to Abbotsford City Council in the municipal election on October 17, 2026. Sidhu said he…
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Welcome Day Event Returns September 14 to Celebrate Connection and Community in Abbotsford
Archway Community Services, in partnership with the City of Abbotsford, is pleased to invite residents to this year’s Abbotsford Welcome Day celebration, taking place on September 14th at the Matsqui…
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It’s Your Vote Abbotsford – 2026 Municipal and School Trustee Election
ABBOTSFORD, BC – August 10, 2026 – The City of Abbotsford has launched It’s Your Vote Abbotsford, to inform, educate, and encourage residents to vote in the 2026 Local General…
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The Magic of Sunflowers and the Magic of Fall
(Abbotsford, BC) As the pumpkin fields awaken, Taves Family Farms welcomes visitors into the next chapter of its signature storybook experience. From August 20th to September 6th, the Magic of…
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Dave Sidhu Announces Campaign for Re-election to Abbotsford City Council
ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Abbotsford City Councillor Dave Sidhu announced today that he will seek re-election to Abbotsford City Council in the municipal election on October 17, 2026. Sidhu said he…
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Welcome Day Event Returns September 14 to Celebrate Connection and Community in Abbotsford
Archway Community Services, in partnership with the City of Abbotsford, is pleased to invite residents to this year’s Abbotsford Welcome Day celebration, taking place on September 14th at the Matsqui…
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It’s Your Vote Abbotsford – 2026 Municipal and School Trustee Election
ABBOTSFORD, BC – August 10, 2026 – The City of Abbotsford has launched It’s Your Vote Abbotsford, to inform, educate, and encourage residents to vote in the 2026 Local General…
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Rick Thiessen announces candidacy for Abbotsford City Election
I have decided to run for Abbotsford City Council in the fall of 2026 because I believe I have a proven track record of leadership and service that will help…
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Mike Rauch Announces Re-Election Campaign for Abbotsford School Trustee
ABBOTSFORD, BC – August 7, 2026 – Abbotsford School Trustee Mike Rauch has announced he will seek re-election in the October 17, 2026 municipal election. First elected four years ago on…
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Business Owner Doris Woodman-McMillan Announces Bid for Abbotsford City Council
ABBOTSFORD, BC – May 11 – Long-time Abbotsford business owner and community leader Doris Woodman-McMillan announced today that she is running for Abbotsford City Council. Woodman-McMillan brings nearly 40 years of financial and business experience to the campaign. After beginning her career in banking, insurance, and the Canada Revenue Agency, she founded Numbers Unlimited more…
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Taste of Abby Grows Beyond the Harvest
New Experiences Include The Bun Run, Craft Beer Flight Path, Lawn Game Competition, and Whimsical Longtable Dinners (Abbotsford, BC) — Abbotsford’s fifth annual Taste of Abby Fall Festival returns September 18–27 with ten days of seasonal flavours and vibrant agritourism experiences. Following the winter launch of Taste Around Abby, Taste of Abby returns to where…
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Business Owner Doris Woodman-McMillan Announces Bid for Abbotsford City Council
ABBOTSFORD, BC – May 11 – Long-time Abbotsford business owner and community leader Doris Woodman-McMillan announced today that she is running for Abbotsford City Council. Woodman-McMillan brings nearly 40 years…
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Taste of Abby Grows Beyond the Harvest
New Experiences Include The Bun Run, Craft Beer Flight Path, Lawn Game Competition, and Whimsical Longtable Dinners (Abbotsford, BC) — Abbotsford’s fifth annual Taste of Abby Fall Festival returns September…
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