BC Youth Week is happening May 1–7, 2026.

Join us for a full week of free events, activities, and experiences for youth ages 12–18, as well as families and youth workers. Events take place across Abbotsford and are designed to celebrate, connect, and empower young people in our community.

From recreation and games to workshops and community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the week.

Visit the link below to view the full schedule and register for events!!

Seek & Sketch on Tuesday Nights

Every Tuesday | 5-8PM | All Skill Levels | FREE

Visit our exhibitions with the opportunity to sketch the artwork. A perfect activity for any skill level and a chance to see the artwork from a different perspective. Grab drawing materials from the front desk before heading into the gallery space to try your hand at the tradition of sketching original artwork in a gallery! Materials are provided and admission to the gallery is by donation. Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian.

Focus is a program that offers a set of workshops that focuses on equipping young people with tools to help them navigate and understand mental health. Each session includes activities and discussions which will help young people understand more about their own mental health and resilience. These sessions will equip them with tools that they can use to support themselves and others.

• What: FOCUS – mental health and resilience group
• Who: Ages 12 – 16
• When:  Wednesdays, April 1 – May 20, 2026
• Time: 5:45pm-7pm
• Where: ARC Youth Centre

• Cost: $40

Visit www.abbyyouth.com/focus for more information.

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026

Time: 2:00-6:00PM

Address: 2800 Sumas Mountain Rd

Admission: Free – open to all

Join us for the 2026 Sema:th Career Fair connecting job seekers, students, and community members with employers, training organizations, and post-secondary institutions all in one welcoming space.

This free event is open to everyone and offers a wide range of career and education supports, opportunities, and resources. Please feel free to share this event with family, friends, students, job seekers, and anyone who may benefit from attending.

What to Expect:

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In-person interview preparation and support

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Resume writing and career support

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Door prizes

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Potential employers

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Training and certification opportunities

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Post-secondary education pathways

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Community services and support resources

Employer / Vendor Registration: Organizations
interested in hosting a booth or table at the Sema:th Career Fair are invited
to contact: dale.ganzeveld@sxdl.ca

This year, we’re taking Walk for Cardiac Health outdoors! We’re inviting all joggers, brisk walkers, and casual strollers to join us for a beautiful lakeside run or walk at Mill Lake park. Help us fund cardiac programs and equipment at our local hospitals!

Details:

• Location: Mill Lake Park, 33015 Bevan Ave, Abbotsford BC V2S
• Date: May 9th, 2026
• 9:30 am Registration Opens
• 10:30 am Walk Begins
• Pricing: $10 / Admission
• Contact leslie.gmur@fraserhealth.ca for sponsorship opportunities.

Show your support and start your own fundraiser for the event! Visit JustGiving.

Highlights:

• Prize draws and giveaways, where you could win some fun prizes!

• Fun for all ages, bring your family, friends, and even your dog

• Community atmosphere, a great environment to connect with neighbors, patients, and supporters

• Fundraising that makes a real difference where every step counts toward cardiac care

Take a step to support hearts in our community.

🐴 Abbotsford Horseshoe Club – 2nd Annual Hotdogs & Horseshoes

📍 Location: Mill Lake Park
2308 Adanac Street, Abbotsford

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🎉 Cost: FREE community event

What’s Happening:

• Barbecue (hotdogs)

• Horseshoe pitching lessons

• Music

• Fun for all ages (8 to 88)

• All are welcome!

Important Notes:

• Close-toed shoes are required.

• BBQ and lessons are provided first to those with a confirmed reservation.

• Register: abbotsfordhorseshoes@gmail.com

• Website: abbotsfordhorseshoeclub.ca

  Space is limited to first 150 registrations

Celebrate mom with an exquisite buffet brunch, featuring all day complimentary mimosas for mom with a gift for her. Live music, door prizes and entertainment for the kids!

Reservations starting from 10am.

Adults – $50

Seniors – $45

Kids 6-12 – $26

Kids 5 & Under FREE

Call our catering office at 604-870-1050 ext. 4051 or email events@clarionabbotsford.com to reserve your table!

Seek & Sketch on Tuesday Nights

Every Tuesday | 5-8PM | All Skill Levels | FREE

Visit our exhibitions with the opportunity to sketch the artwork. A perfect activity for any skill level and a chance to see the artwork from a different perspective. Grab drawing materials from the front desk before heading into the gallery space to try your hand at the tradition of sketching original artwork in a gallery! Materials are provided and admission to the gallery is by donation. Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian.

Join us every Wednesday for an electrifying evening!  Experience the thrill of classic cars, trucks, and low riders, as well as the camaraderie of great people and delectable food.

The car show ignites at 5:00PM and keeps the excitement rolling until 7.

Don’t forget to bring your appetite, as there are tantalizing weekly specials and irresistible treats to enjoy.

Don’t miss out on the fun!

Focus is a program that offers a set of workshops that focuses on equipping young people with tools to help them navigate and understand mental health. Each session includes activities and discussions which will help young people understand more about their own mental health and resilience. These sessions will equip them with tools that they can use to support themselves and others.

• What: FOCUS – mental health and resilience group
• Who: Ages 12 – 16
• When:  Wednesdays, April 1 – May 20, 2026
• Time: 5:45pm-7pm
• Where: ARC Youth Centre

• Cost: $40

Visit www.abbyyouth.com/focus for more information.

Cost: $80

Ages: 14-18

Be better prepared for employment by becoming a qualified Food Safe Server! The Level 1 course is for food service front-line workers such as bus persons, servers, dishwashers, and cooks. Take the course in a fun, youth friendly, and supportive environment. Learn more at www.abyyouth.com/foodsafe

Celebrate the release of a powerful new book by cohousing pioneer Charles Durrett

Join us for an inspiring in-person book launch and conversation as renowned architect Charles Durrett explores the power of social architecture through a neuro-inclusive lens.

Discover how intentional, thoughtful spaces can move beyond simple accessibility to foster true belonging for diverse minds. Whether you’re an architect, an educator, a parent, or part of the neurodiversity constellation, come explore how we can design the “modern village” to be welcoming for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to connect and reimagine community together!

Books will be available for purchase, and a book signing with the author will follow the discussion.

Seek & Sketch on Tuesday Nights

Every Tuesday | 5-8PM | All Skill Levels | FREE

Visit our exhibitions with the opportunity to sketch the artwork. A perfect activity for any skill level and a chance to see the artwork from a different perspective. Grab drawing materials from the front desk before heading into the gallery space to try your hand at the tradition of sketching original artwork in a gallery! Materials are provided and admission to the gallery is by donation. Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian.

Join us every Wednesday for an electrifying evening!  Experience the thrill of classic cars, trucks, and low riders, as well as the camaraderie of great people and delectable food.

The car show ignites at 5:00PM and keeps the excitement rolling until 7.

Don’t forget to bring your appetite, as there are tantalizing weekly specials and irresistible treats to enjoy.

Don’t miss out on the fun!

May is Invasive Species Action Month!

Help us prevent new invasive species from establishing in the Fraser Valley. 

Join us May 23rd at Fishtrap Creek Park, Abbotsford to pull out Italian arum.

>> This is the only known population of this species on public land in the entire Fraser Valley <<

We can get rid of these species before they establish in our region!

No experience necessary. Tools and gloves will be provided. 

More details and registration: https://fviss.ca/event/italian-arum-pull-2026

Tickets: please email: hspubnight@gmail.com

One week to go… and this one really matters

Right now, there are dogs and cats out there who are scared, lost, and waiting for a second chance.

This night is for them.

Join us in supporting Heart & Soul Dog & Cat Rescue—because every ticket helps turn “forgotten” into “found”

We’ve still got about 80 tickets left for a night of dinner, drinks, magic, and over 200 auction items (plus beautiful handmade pet quilts ).

If you’ve been thinking about coming—please do. Bring a friend. Help us fill the room for the animals who don’t have a voice.

May 23 | Abbotsford Exhibition Park

$40

tickets: please email: hspubnight@gmail.com

Seek & Sketch on Tuesday Nights

Every Tuesday | 5-8PM | All Skill Levels | FREE

Visit our exhibitions with the opportunity to sketch the artwork. A perfect activity for any skill level and a chance to see the artwork from a different perspective. Grab drawing materials from the front desk before heading into the gallery space to try your hand at the tradition of sketching original artwork in a gallery! Materials are provided and admission to the gallery is by donation. Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian.

Join us every Wednesday for an electrifying evening!  Experience the thrill of classic cars, trucks, and low riders, as well as the camaraderie of great people and delectable food.

The car show ignites at 5:00PM and keeps the excitement rolling until 7.

Don’t forget to bring your appetite, as there are tantalizing weekly specials and irresistible treats to enjoy.

Don’t miss out on the fun!