City of Abbotsford

City of Abbotsford

Government Administration

Abbotsford , BC 7,095 followers

The Hub of the Fraser Valley.

About us

City of Abbotsford is a vibrant, diverse and growing community in BC’s Fraser Valley. Located about 1 hour east of Vancouver, Abbotsford is the fifth largest city in BC, with a population of over 160,000, and one of the fastest growing economies in Canada. The City is focused on delivering the highest level of service to the community by creating an innovative, regional hub where innovation, talent, investment and business thrive. Careers At the City of Abbotsford, people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse, stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of performance. Key to our ongoing success is providing an environment that is inclusive and maximizes the diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, where every member of our team feels valued, respected and empowered. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. As our community grows, so does our organization. Our City Council has adopted a new, leading edge Official Community Plan, and a forwarding thinking and ambitious Strategic Plan that provide us with a blueprint for our community’s ongoing growth and prosperity. Abbotsford is an exciting and forward thinking place to be right now. Be part of the story. Join our team today.

Website
www.abbotsford.ca
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Abbotsford , BC
Type
Government Agency
Founded
1995
Specialties
COR Certification

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    This afternoon the City received two distinguished awards from the BC Municipal Safety Association in recognition of its dedication to creating a safer and healthier workplace. “Safeguarding the well-being of all City staff is a top priority for City Council,” said Mayor Siemens. “It’s our goal to create a workplace where every member of our team has the training, resources and support needed to do their job safely. These awards reflect the great efforts of the City’s Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees and our entire workforce for upholding and sharing in these goals.” ➡️ Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/gBxzHu25

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    Tonight is the opening of the 2024 BC Student Leadership Conference, taking place at Yale Secondary from Oct. 24 to 27. Councillor Warkentin greeted the youths on behalf of the city and encouraged them to make the most of this weekend’s events.

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    Over the weekend, if you were out in the rain you likely saw our Operations team clearing catch basins and culverts throughout the community. They are the team responsible for ensuring the reliable delivery of the most basic services that all of our residents rely on every day. City Council's latest blog post gives a by-the-numbers breakdown of the kind of work our Operations team does for our community. Read: https://lnkd.in/gYtm_kMa Subscribe: https://lnkd.in/gEwaK6Jj

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    The Mayor’s annual Christmas Card Contest is back for a fifth year! Once again, the City is inviting Abbotsford elementary students in kindergarten through grade five to create a bright and festive drawing capturing the spirit of the holiday season and submit it for entry into the contest. Last year, 380 entries were submitted from 23 schools across the city, each one showcasing the creativity and imaginative talent of Abbotsford’s young artists, and we’re looking forward to receiving this year’s entries! ➡️ Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/gbyhGneZ

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    Supreme Court Justice, Sandra Sukstorf today released her decision to uphold the City of Abbotsford’s bylaw. Earlier today, Justice Sukstorf denied the application by Matsqui-Abbotsford Impact Society on behalf of the Drug War Survivors for an injunction preventing the City of Abbotsford from implementing its bylaw and closing the homeless encampment at City Hall. The City of Abbotsford is pleased with Justice Sukstorf’s decision to deny the Drug War Survivor’s injunction application and uphold our bylaw. The City’s lawyers will be reviewing today’s 74 page ruling by Justice Sukstorf and providing additional advice to the City. The City will continue to work closely with BC Housing and the Province of BC on addressing encampments and homelessness in the community.

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    The Abbotsford Recreation Centre's 55+ Learning Plus program is a place for local seniors to socialize and stay informed on a variety of topics. At this morning's event, Mayor Siemens gave an update on City Council's priorities and took questions from the audience.

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