Abbotsford is one of 8 Chambers in British Columbia to have achieved this national recognition.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Abbotsford, B.C.) September 29th, 2025 – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce was recognized by the Chamber Accreditation Council of Canada (CCAC) with a renewal of National Accreditation for another five years – the highest standard of Chamber excellence in Canada.
To become Accredited, a Chamber must submit its policies and procedures to the CACC for examination against a rigorous set of national standards. Accreditation is formal recognition that a Chamber has passed this review and demonstrated excellence across its leadership, governance and operations. The Standards of Accreditation serve as a prestigious milestone and strong foundation for building successful and resilient Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade.
“On behalf of the Board of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, I’d like to congratulate our Directors, our CEO, and our staff team for their continued demonstration of excellence,” said Paul Penner, President of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. “Our Chamber applies proven practices and strategic leadership, creating the conditions for businesses to thrive. I’m proud of what we’ve built together and excited for what’s ahead as we continue to grow and support our members.”
“Accreditation demonstrates a Chamber’s commitment to excellence today and its readiness for tomorrow,” said Chuck Davidson, President of the CACC. “It’s about good governance, transparency, and advancing best practices that strengthen Chambers as the voice of business in their communities.”
This renewed accreditation affirms key areas where we’re achieving impact and delivering value, including:
- Alignment with proven best practices across the Chamber Network
- Verification of a dependable governance model and resilient core operations
- Sharpened strategic focus for long-term sustainability
- Enhanced competitive edge and increased member engagement
- A stronger platform to showcase Abbotsford as a thriving place to do business
- Elevated brand and credibility with corporate sponsors
- Increased confidence from funders through strong financial controls and reliable reporting
The Abbotsford Chamber has proudly held accredited status since 2014. For more information on Accreditation and accredited Chambers, visit https://www.ccec.biz/accredited-chambers/.
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About the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce:
The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce represents the needs of Abbotsford’s businesses and empowers economic development across the Fraser Valley region. For over 110 years, the Abbotsford Chamber has been the voice of business, working on behalf of nearly 800 members, investing in the next generation of entrepreneurs and young professionals, breaking down barriers to business development and trade, advocating for investments and policies to help businesses succeed, and building community and connections.
The Abbotsford Chamber is nationally accredited to meet standards of business excellence and provide benefits to its member organizations.
Abbotsford Chamber Media Contact:
Taylor Carlson
PR & Marketing Coordinator
Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce