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2026 General Location Election

The City of Abbotsford has launched It’s Your Vote Abbotsford to inform, educate, and encourage residents to vote in the 2026 Local General Election on October 17.

‘Abbotsford Votes’ buttons and stickers are available at City Hall, Abbotsford Recreation Centre, and Matsqui Recreation Centre. Post a picture of yourself using the #itsyourvoteabbotsford to share your civic pride and reasons for voting in this election.

The City of Abbotsford will hold a General Local Election on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Eligible voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots to elect the following officials:

  • Mayor – One (1)
  • Councillors – Eight (8)
  • School Trustees – Seven (7)



The AbbyFresh Directory supports local farms, producers, processors and markets in Abbotsford through the power of connection. AbbyFresh connects you with the food you eat and the people who grow it, produce it and provide it.

Get listed: AbbyFresh is a free marketing directory to showcase your local business.

Support local: Use the AbbyFresh directory as your resource to support locally grown and produced food.

Learn: Meet your local farmers and learn more about the people and businesses who grow and produce our food.

Business Community Events and Webinars


The Abbotsford Farm & Country Market: The farmers' market opens rain or shine every Saturday, until October 31, from 9am – 1pm in Jubilee Park.

2026 Abbotsford Mayoral Candidates Debate: Join the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce on October 7 for the 2026 Abbotsford Mayoral Candidates Debate.

BDC Workshop: On October 22, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Business Development Bank of Canada to learn how to keep pace so you can keep up with the new speed of business. 

Go! Abbotsford: This is your go-to event calendar for the latest happenings in Abbotsford. Whether you’re into performing arts, agricultural experiences, or the buzz of major festivals, there’s never a dull moment in this vibrant community.

Emergency Preparedness Resources

Find Relevant Funding Opportunities For Your Business With Fundica

The City of Abbotsford has partnered with Fundica to help businesses easily find funding in Canada. Fundica's smart search tool connects aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners with grants, tax credits, loans and more.

Fundica offers:

  • A free, AI-powered funding search engine.

  • Customized searches based on your business needs.

  • Timely information on available funding opportunity. Fundica reviews 700+ programs a week.

  • A one-stop-shop to funding, listing over 12,000 programs

Canada Strong

Canada Strong offers concrete measures to support Canadians, workers and industries across the country. Easily access programs, resources and measures in place to build a resilient and prosperous economy, now and for the future.

  • Support for workers and employers impacted by tariffs

    • In response to the shifting economic landscape, the Government of Canada has a plan to protect and strengthen Canada’s economic future. This means giving Canadian workers and employers the tools they need to adapt and succeed all in one place.

  • Canada-United States: Overview and federal supports

    • Support and resources for businesses, workers, exporters and travelers affected by Canada-United States (U.S.) relations. Information on tariffs, Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and financial aid.

  • Regional tariff supports

    • Delivered by Canada's regional development agencies as part of the government's strategy to defend Canadian jobs, industries and supply chains.

  • Skilled trades

    • Skilled trades are essential to Canada's economic resilience, playing a vital role in our day-to-day lives while offering rewarding and in-demand career opportunities.

  • Investing in communities

    • The Build Communities Strong Fund is investing in a wide range of infrastructure projects that support economic prosperity through housing, health, transit, and climate adaptation.

  • Building a strong economy

    • Together, let’s build a strong Canada. Investing in our workers, our industries, and our communities. Building an economy by Canadians, for Canadians.

Table Talk

Table Talk offers a forum to promote and share news focused on economic development including business resources and grants, programs, updates and events for the business community. The mission of Table Talk is to cultivate and grow economic development relationships.

We want to hear from you! Email us at econdev@abbotsford.ca to learn more about the Table or to share your news via Table Talk.