Be sure to click the links in blue text below to learn more! | Community Futures South Fraser Entrepreneurship Walk &Talk Dates: Mondays – March 3, 10, 17, and 24 Time: Two one-hour sessions per evening: • 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM • 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Location: Meet at Habitual Cafe, walk around Mill Lake Park Participants: Max 3 entrepreneurs per session, depending on demand Eventbrite: https://sfbusinesswalk.eventbrite.ca | | Join us for the 2026 Semá:th Career Fair connecting job seekers, students, and community members with employers, training organizations, and post-secondary institutions all in one welcoming space. This free event is open to everyone and offers a wide range of career and education supports, opportunities, and resources. Please feel free to share this event with family, friends, students, job seekers, and anyone who may benefit from attending. What to Expect: - In-person interview preparation and support
- Resume writing and career support
- Door prizes
- Potential employers
- Training and certification opportunities
- Post-secondary education pathways
- Community services and support resources
Employer / Vendor Registration: Please email dale.ganzeveld@sxdl.ca | | Go! Abbotsford 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. | | 2026 Artist in Residence: Applications Now Open Calling all artists! Applications are now open for the City of Abbotsford 2026 Artist in Residence: Exploring Knowledge. This self-directed residency features a collaboration with Abbotsford Libraries, FVRL to encourage community engagement and the exploration of knowledge in all its forms through art. The residency runs from May – October, 2026. Applications are now open and will be accepted until March 8, 2026 Apply Now. | Neighbourhood Small Grants In partnership with Neighbourhood Small Grants Abbotsford, Vancouver Foundation and Abbotsford Community Foundation, the City of Abbotsford offers a small grant of up to $500 for you to bring your community project to life. With a Neighbourhood Small Grant, you join our network of thousands of project leaders who have taken steps to better their neighbourhoods—just like you. All applications will open from February 16 to April 13, 2026, and will be reviewed in early May. | Agricultural Enhancement Grants Abbotsford Community Foundation's Agricultural Enhancement Grants are offered in partnership with the City of Abbotsford for the purpose of supporting local agriculture. In 2026, they will be launching two granting streams to support different types of projects that support Abbotsford’s agricultural industry. Funding available is specific to the type of project funded. February 18 - Granting Stream #1 This is a matching grant for a sector wide initiative, open to agriculture associations, research institutions, or other non-profit organizations who are looking to do this work in Abbotsford in support of one of the identified areas listed below. - Address sector wide threats
- Solve supply chain issues
- Streamline regulatory compliance
- Address climate change
- Agricultural education
- Develop new product opportunities
- Up to $100,000 Grant
- Closes on March 31
| BC Young Farmers Scholarship BC Agriculture Council (BCAC) has launched a new BC Young Farmers Scholarship to support the next generation of agricultural leaders by providing annual financial assistance to B.C. residents aged 19–40 who are pursuing post-secondary education or training in agriculture. The scholarship aims to empower and equip the next generation of agricultural leaders as they build careers in the sector. Eligible applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents enrolled in an accredited Canadian post-secondary program related to agriculture. Preference will be given to applicants pursuing careers in primary agriculture or aquaculture, as well as those affiliated with a BC Agriculture Council member association. Application intake closes: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | BC Hydro - Energy Storage Incentive BC Hydro is offering incentives to their business customers to support the acquisition, installation, and operation of Energy storage systems (ESS). ESS provide reliability and resiliency for businesses and the grid alike while helping to reduce GHG emissions as an alternative to diesel backup generation. | The City of Abbotsford has partnered with Fundica to help businesses easily find relevant funding opportunities with a free, AI-powered funding search engine. Fundica’s smart search tool connects aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners with grants, tax credit, loans and more. | | Mayor and Council Updates Mayor and Council are actively involved in our community representing the City at local events, openings, tours, and meetings with senior levels of government and other stakeholders. View some of the important work being done by your City Council by checking out the most recent council briefs and blogs as well as photos of Council in the city! Subscribe to receive Council updates to your inbox. | Council tour puts Castle Fun Park in the spotlight Recently City Council visited a beloved Abbotsford landmark that has been bringing joy to local families (including ours) for generations. On Feb. 18, Mayor Siemens and Councillors Chahal, Driessen, Gibson, Loewen and Ross visited Castle Fun Park as part of our Business Spotlight tour series. We learned about the history of the park, how they’ve resiliently built back after three floods, and their exciting plans for the future. Be sure to check out the full blog. | | Feds and Province commit to partnering on Sumas Prairie flood mitigation We are pleased to report that the significance of our Sumas Prairie region was recognized by the Government of Canada, and the federal government has now pledged to work alongside the City and the Province of BC on flood mitigation and disaster recovery solutions. Be sure to check out the full blog. | | Considering flood impacts as we continue to advocate for funding As a City Council, listening to our residents and businesses is fundamentally important when it comes to our decision making and planning for the future. And as we head into the first few months of 2026, we’ve once again begun hearing from farmers and business owners affected by the most recent flooding event on the Sumas Prairie in December 2025. Be sure to check out the full blog. | | 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. | | | | |
