Abbotsford

In 1972, Abbotsford merged with the District of Sumas, that made the city the District of Abbotsford. In the year 1995, the District of Abbotsford amalgamated with the District of Matsqui which in turn becomes the City of Abbotsford.

Fraser Valley's unique urban setting and its land areas provide various outdoor experiences and adventures. The Matsquio Regional Park can be a haven for camping, biking, hiking, and fishing. It can even be a good location to do some parachute jumping to see a bird's eye view of the entire Fraser Valley. Go carts and three mini golf courses at Castle Fun Park is a wonderful site to spend the afternoon. They can even go and visit a working farm, touch various types of animals such as goats, fish and cattle. The Mighty Fraser Country is also a great place for hiking, down hill skiing, visiting theme parks / beautiful gardens, white water rafting, sturgeon fishing, and enjoying hot springs.

Ultra modern shopping centers are the most common places along the City's urban centre of South Fraser Way. Historic Downtown Abbotsford is home to specialty stores that offer the best place to purchase something different. Each and every Sunday, Abbotsford is the home of the area's biggest swap meet and flee market. Saturday mornings from May to October provides an enjoyable opportunity to be able to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the Abbotsford Farm and Country Market. The Circle Farm Tour provides the visitors the chance to be able to learn native agricultural operations and find out more about the food's origins. It is also a great location to buy fresh produce like for example strawberries, organic produce, cold climate wine, chocolate, ice cream and honey.

Abbotsford local economy is among the most diverse in the country. Its major trades consist of: manufacturing, retail, agriculture and transportation. The city earns the highest dollar per acre of agricultural land within Canada.