Abbotsford

Big Brothers Big Sisters has been providing life-changing mentoring experiences across Canada since 1912. In 2021/22, the Fraser Valley program received $225,000 from the Province of B.C.’s Community Gaming Grants program, which allowed it to continue funding vital mentoring programs to support youth throughout Abbotsford. Several mentorship programs are offered in Abbotsford to young people who struggle with societal barriers and face adversities which impact their mental health and academic success. 

In March 2022, Chances Abbotsford donated $5,000 to the BeMorr Society for Mental Health and Suicide Awareness through its GatewayGIVES program. This donation went directly to cover the cost of approximately 100 counselling sessions. In addition, Chances Abbotsford has donated $3,000 in sponsorship to BeMorr’s fundraising gala. In addition, Chances Abbotsford has donated $3,000 in sponsorship to BeMorr’s fundraising gala. 

Since opening its doors in 2009, the Abbotsford Centre has become a hub of activity in the city. With a capacity of up to 8,500 seats, the multipurpose arena has hosted countless concerts, competitions, and events, and is the current home to the Abbotsford Canucks (AHL). The Centre received a boost in 2012 when the city allocated $800,000 from its share of provincial gambling revenue, for hosting Chances Abbotsford, towards operating costs.