Abbotsford
Quick Facts
Province: British
Columbia
Population:123,864
Abbotsford offers a uniquely hybrid experience of urban pleasure and convenience offset by sport and wilderness adventure. The city’s robust economy is fuelled primarily by the manufacturing, aerospace and agricultural sectors. The abundance of fertile grounds makes it the largest farm gate in the province, producing over $453 million annually. With its ability to thrill and rejuvenate visitors and residents alike, imagine the creativity and innovation this environment could inspire in your business.
Key Advantages
- Manufacturing companies dominate the areas of produce, processing, seed, feed and fertilizer production, product storage and wood processing
- Other growing industries include construction, cabinet manufacture, concrete and building materials, metal products, welding, fire trucks, vehicle accessories and sport and agri-tourism
- Located just 2km from the American border with close proximity to key transportation infrastructure including the Abbotsford International Airport, U.S. border crossings and the Trans-Canada Highway
- Abbotsford Airport is a no hassle alternative to Vancouver International Airport, and home of the Abbotsford International Air Show
- Valuable agricultural resources—one of the most productive regions in BC with 1,284 farms and 22,515 hectares under cultivation
Sector Strengths
- Agriculture
- Construction
- Transportation Manufacturing
- Tourism
