Abbotsford, British Columbia

Flair Airlines Delivers Low Fare Choices to Abbotsford

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Sunday, August 1, 2021
Airlines, Aviation, Low-cost carriers, Flair Airlines, Abbotsford International Airport, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canadian Airlines, Flair, National Airports System, NewLeaf

Flair Airlines is starting non-stop flights to 6 Canadian destinations with fares as low as $19.

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  • Flair Airlines is starting non-stop flights to 6 Canadian destinations with fares as low as $19.
  • Bringing our low fare travel options to Abbotsford is important for the community as we deliver more choices and competition for air travel.
  • On behalf of Abbotsford City Council and Abbotsford Airport Authority, I am pleased to welcome Flair Airlines to Abbotsford International Airport, said Henry Braun, Mayor, City of Abbotsford.
  • As the only Ultra-Low Cost Airport in Canada, we appreciate Flair Airlines low cost options making air travel more affordable and accessible to Canadians.

Indigo Love of Reading Foundation provides over $1M through its Literacy Fund Grant to 30 underfunded school libraries during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Indigo Books and Music, Chilliwack, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Geography of Canada

Today, as the end of the school year approaches, the Foundation celebrates the 30 recipient schools.

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  • Today, as the end of the school year approaches, the Foundation celebrates the 30 recipient schools.
  • The 2020/2021 Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Literacy Fund grant recipients:
    Bishop Kidd Junior High School, Calgary, Alberta
    Chilliwack Landing Preschool and Kindergarten, Chilliwack, British Columbia
    Colleen and Gordie Howe Middle School, Abbotsford, British Columbia
    L.T.
  • Westlake Fine Arts Elementary School, Taber, Alberta
    Mackay Centre School and Philip E. Layton School, Montreal, Quebec
    St. Mary's Wellness and Education Centre, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
    1 Source: Love of Reading Literacy Fund grant applications.
  • Indigo Books& Music Inc. founded the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation in 2004 to address the underfunding of public elementary school libraries.

Lafarge Canada and Sumas First Nation Ink Economic Benefits Deal

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Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Environment, Sumas First Nation, Lafarge, Sumas, Washington, Abbotsford, British Columbia

Lafarge Canada has reached an economic benefits and services agreement with the Sumas First Nation and Sem:th Economic Development Corporation.

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  • Lafarge Canada has reached an economic benefits and services agreement with the Sumas First Nation and Sem:th Economic Development Corporation.
  • The Sumas First Nation agreement is set to drive employment growth within the community as well as expand social development.
  • Lafarge has committed to supporting a local development fund as well as a specific employment program designed to maximize the contributions of Sumas citizens.
  • Lafarge has multiple businesses that operate within the traditional territory of Sumas Nation and the Sto:lo Nation.

Outbreak at Mission Institution - The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers fears mismanagement again

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
Correctional Service of Canada, Public Safety Canada, Government of Canada, Mission Institution, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Government

ABBOTSFORD, BC, Nov. 19, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers (UCCO-SACC-CSN) denouncesthe Mission Institution'smanagement's decision not to use a professional firm toproperly disinfect the penitentiary.

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  • ABBOTSFORD, BC, Nov. 19, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers (UCCO-SACC-CSN) denouncesthe Mission Institution'smanagement's decision not to use a professional firm toproperly disinfect the penitentiary.
  • The Correctional Service of Canada itself now describes the Mission Institution asan outbreak site.
  • "Mission experienced the largest outbreak of any penitentiary in the country this spring.We cannot understand whymanagement will not take every precaution possible to preventa furtheroutbreak.
  • The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers (UCCO-SACC-CSN) represents more than 7400 members, spread across Canada's five major regions: Pacific, Prairies, Ontario, Qubec and Atlantic.

Former Matsqui-Sumas-Abbotsford Hospital Lands Returned to Matsqui First Nation

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
Geography of British Columbia, Landforms of British Columbia, District of Matsqui, Lower Mainland, Matsqui First Nation, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Sumas Mountain, Abbotsford, Fraser River, Matsqui people, Sumas, British Columbia

S'OLH TEMEXW and ABBOTSFORD, British Columbia, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matsqui First Nation (Matsqui) announced today that the former Matsqui-Sumas-Abbotsford Hospital lands located at 2179 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, B.C.

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  • S'OLH TEMEXW and ABBOTSFORD, British Columbia, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matsqui First Nation (Matsqui) announced today that the former Matsqui-Sumas-Abbotsford Hospital lands located at 2179 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, B.C.
  • (the Lands) were returned to Matsqui on October 22, 2020.
  • Matsquis core traditional territory extends along the Fraser River from Crescent Island to Sumas Mountain, and southward beyond the Canada-United States border.
  • Currently, Matsqui intends on developing a mixed-use project on the Lands that will include rental housing, commercial, and institutional uses, though Matsqui remain open to discussions with Fraser Health Authority to locate a future healthcare facility on the Lands.

Fly away with Swoop to San Diego this winter

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019
National Airports System, Aviation, Abbotsford International Airport, Swoop, Edmonton International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Tourism in Canada, Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, Transportation in the United States, Abbotsford, British Columbia, San Diego International Airport, Miami International Airport

As a complement to the published winter schedule, Swoop has added three-times weekly service between Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and three-times weekly service between Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and San Diego International Airport (SAN).

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  • As a complement to the published winter schedule, Swoop has added three-times weekly service between Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and three-times weekly service between Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) and San Diego International Airport (SAN).
  • "San Diego is an excellent addition to our winter line-up with a schedule that encourages weekend excursions by air," said Karen McIsaac, Sr. Advisor of Communications at Swoop.
  • "On behalf of the City of Abbotsford I'd like to congratulate Swoop Airlines on their expanded service to San Diego this winter," said Abbotsford Mayor Henry Braun.
  • "San Diego International Airport is thrilled to welcome Swoop to the best gateway in Southern California," said Kimberly J. Becker, San Diego International Airport's President/CEO.

Government of Canada supports healthy reintegration in Abbotsford

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Abbotsford, British Columbia

ABBOTSFORD, BC, Jan. 23, 2019 /CNW/ -The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the safety of Canadians, and making opportunities available to those in need.

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  • ABBOTSFORD, BC, Jan. 23, 2019 /CNW/ -The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the safety of Canadians, and making opportunities available to those in need.
  • Offering offenders with a healthy, consistent circle of support will assist them in a safe, crime-free reintegration.
  • "The Government of Canada is deeply committed to implementing evidence-based policies that are proven to prevent crime and victimization, and keep our communities and citizens safe.
  • From April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019, the Government of Canada is supporting 59 CPAF projects across Canada.

Kellstrom Defense Partners With Cascade Aerospace to Support the C-130 DFQMS™ Upgrade Installation

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Monday, October 22, 2018
Aviation, Aircraft, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Cascade Aerospace, Cascade, Lockheed C-130 Hercules, Combat Groups of the Working Class, Aerospace

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Oct. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellstrom Defense Aerospace, Inc. ("KDA") has entered into a long-term exclusive agreement with Cascade Aerospace (Cascade) as the preferred installation provider for KDA's DFQMS (Digital Fuel Quantity Measurement Solution) upgrade.Under the agreement, Cascade will complete the DFQMS installation design and certification for the C-130 Hercules aircraft type.

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  • EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Oct. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellstrom Defense Aerospace, Inc. ("KDA") has entered into a long-term exclusive agreement with Cascade Aerospace (Cascade) as the preferred installation provider for KDA's DFQMS (Digital Fuel Quantity Measurement Solution) upgrade.Under the agreement, Cascade will complete the DFQMS installation design and certification for the C-130 Hercules aircraft type.
  • Cascade will be the exclusive supplier of the A-Kit (wiring harnesses that are external to the fuel tanks, installation hardware, and brackets), utilizing Cascade proprietary manufactured parts.Cascade will also provide customer engineering support for field installations worldwide.
  • "KellstromDefense is excited to work with Cascade Aerospace on the DFQMS A-Kit and system certification," stated Scott Wooden, KDA Engineered Products Segment Leader.
  • The Kellstrom Defense Advantage is being a respected global leader for defense aircraft sustainment, deploying an experienced team and complete capabilities to solve customer challenges.Further information is available at www.kellstromdefense.com and www.c130.com .