This fall’s municipal election promises to be one of the most important in recent decades if only because of the number of candidates expected to throw their names in the…
Early data published by the City of Abbotsford shows that, year-over-year the value of building permits issued by the City in July was much higher than in July 2012 and…
From the City of Abbotsford. The Zoning Bylaw update is currently underway with a target completion date of summer 2014. This comprehensive update will improve the City’s regulations, provide a…
What a Concept – Homeless Have Rights! By James Breckenridge. Yes Andrew, the homeless – being Canadians – have Rights that are protected by the Charter of Rights and Freedoms….
By DJ Larkin, Pivot Housing lawyer. Last Friday, the Chief Justice of the B.C. Supreme Court heard the City of Abbotsford argue that our Pivot-led lawsuit seeking to have access…
The City of Abbotsford is looking for residents to participate on our Citizen Advisory Commission to help shape the future of Abbotsford. Members will review land use policy, help with…
Editor’s Note: We first published this article back in November, 2013, in the hopes that scientific research, facts and knowledge could replace the inerudite, anti-intellectual flailings of the uneducated, ill-informed…
Decision expected after July 24th By Mike Archer. The City of Abbotsford fought hard, spent a lot of money and was bound and determined to preserve its right to discriminate…
In an interview with CBC News Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman said today, “It comes down to financial dollars, resources and expertise. Cities are supposed to look after really exciting things…
Submitted. Pivot Legal Society will defend a lawsuit seeking to protect the rights of Abbotsford’s homeless people. On Friday, July 4, the B.C. Supreme Court will hear the City of…