Temporary purpose-built winter shelter: Come give us your input Dec. 7

As a follow-up to our announcement yesterday about the 40-bed purpose-built winter shelter that will open from mid-December until the end of April 2016, we’d like to hear from you, the citizens of Abbotsford. Typically, we’d hear you at 7:00 PM at MCA (Matsqui Centennial Auditorium); however, some time ago, before the plans for the shelter were…

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City of Abbotsford partners with Province of BC to provide winter shelter

I am proud to be part of such a caring community.  Today we announced a 40-bed purpose-built shelter that will open from mid-December until the end of April 2016 to provide those in Abbotsford who are homeless a warm and dry respite from winter. The Lookout Society will operate the shelter. This shelter falls in line with…

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Ron Sweeney

Ron Sweeney passed away on November 21. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sweeney family. Ron was a joy to be around. He was a giver who always found the time and energy to encourage the people around him and support those who worked to help others.  He will be greatly missed.  Ron will be remembered by…

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Taking Time to Remember

Remembrance Day provides all of us as Canadians with an opportunity to set aside time to recognize and honour the contributions of our veterans and the sacrifices they made so that we can today live in freedom and peace. It’s a day that stirs up feelings of pride, gratitude, and also great sorrow. Photo: FreeImages.com/Michal Koralewski…

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