Feeling hungry? Come on down to Jubilee Park for Taste Around the World, a celebration of international cuisine found right here in Abbotsford. Mayor Siemens welcomed everyone and talked about the importance of bringing cultures together. Councillor Gibson also dropped by.

Did you know Abbotsford is one of the most diverse communities in BC? Council's latest blog post is about Culture City: Program Series, a new event series highlighting Abbotsford’s rich multiculturalism. Read: abbotsford.ca/council/your-c… Subscribe: abbotsford.ca/city-hall/cont…

To highlight Abbotsford’s diverse & innovative manufacturing sector, & to mark Canada’s Manufacturing Day, the City & Chamber are partnering to launch an inaugural Manufacturing Industry Tour on Manufacturing Day, Oct. 4. ➡️Get tickets and info: abbotsford.ca/city-hall/news…

Heads up 🎬 Filming will be taking place on Essendene Avenue (at Cyril) from August 29th to August 30th. The area will remain open but there will intermittent traffic control on August 30th on Cyril Street during active filming. Thank you for your cooperation.

Let us know what community means to you! Submit a photo, picture or a story via the link to be entered to win an Abbotsford community prize pack (valued at $500). For full contest details, please visit letstalkabbotsford.ca/community.

Today Mayor Siemens attended a Labour Day event at Primrose Gardens where he spoke about his job as Mayor of Abbotsford and reflected on the things he's learned and experienced during his term so far. He also took questions from the audience. Thank you very much for having us!

Did you join us for the FortisBC free Friday swims at the Centennial pool on August 9th & July 5th? 🏊‍♂️FortisBC provided trivia & games, followed by a free public swim, offering Abbotsford residents a delightful escape from the heat and a chance to dive into some summer fun!

Reminder that the MRC pool will be closed for annual maintenance from September 3rd to 24th, re-opening on Wednesday, September 25th. 🏊‍♀️The ARC pool will remain open during this time. For facilities hours and drop-in schedules, please visit abbotsford.ca/prc-facilities….

Today Abbotsford Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony for its newest members, Constables Taylor Barker, Karissa Comeau, Talus Swanberg & Harmanjot Lally. Mayor Siemens was there to welcome the new recruits on behalf of the City and Police Board. We wish you well in your new careers!