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The purpose of the Drainage Master Plan is to identify the infrastructure upgrades needed to meet the expected demands for a population of 250,000 over the next 25 years, as well as land use changes as outlined in the updated OCP. The Plan will guide the City’s long-term drainage capital program which prioritizes required infrastructure upgrades, including associated costs and timing. It will also review the adequacy of the existing stormwater management policy, criteria, and bylaws to ensure they continue to meet the growing needs of the community.
What’s Happening Next:
Throughout 2026 and 2027, the City will be gathering feedback to inform updates to its existing Master Plans. This work will ensure that long-term planning aligns with the priorities outlined in the updated OCP, Council’s Strategic Plan and community input, creating a cohesive and consistent roadmap for Abbotsford toward 2050.
Engagement Opportunities - We want to hear from you!
Thank you to everyone who visited one of our pop-up events in May 2026 to learn more about the Drainage Master Plan and for sharing feedback on the key issues and opportunities that will help shape the future direction of the plan.
Additional engagement opportunities will be available in early 2027.
Plan for 2050 is about planning ahead, working together, and creating a city that continues to be a great place to live, work, and grow, now and for generations to come.
The purpose of the Drainage Master Plan is to identify the infrastructure upgrades needed to meet the expected demands for a population of 250,000 over the next 25 years, as well as land use changes as outlined in the updated OCP. The Plan will guide the City’s long-term drainage capital program which prioritizes required infrastructure upgrades, including associated costs and timing. It will also review the adequacy of the existing stormwater management policy, criteria, and bylaws to ensure they continue to meet the growing needs of the community.
What’s Happening Next:
Throughout 2026 and 2027, the City will be gathering feedback to inform updates to its existing Master Plans. This work will ensure that long-term planning aligns with the priorities outlined in the updated OCP, Council’s Strategic Plan and community input, creating a cohesive and consistent roadmap for Abbotsford toward 2050.
Engagement Opportunities - We want to hear from you!
Thank you to everyone who visited one of our pop-up events in May 2026 to learn more about the Drainage Master Plan and for sharing feedback on the key issues and opportunities that will help shape the future direction of the plan.
Additional engagement opportunities will be available in early 2027.
Plan for 2050 is about planning ahead, working together, and creating a city that continues to be a great place to live, work, and grow, now and for generations to come.
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On July 28, 2026, the project team presented Council with an update on Stage 1 of the Drainage Master Plan, highlighting the completion of the Background Review and Data Assessment stage. This work included reviewing the existing drainage system, identifying key issues and opportunities and establishing the guiding principles and assumptions that will inform the next phases of the Master Plan.
Council directed staff to proceed to Stage 2 – Analysis and Evaluation, where the project team will assess the performance of the City’s drainage system under future growth and climate scenarios, identify infrastructure requirements and prioritize upgrades needed to improve flood resilience and support Abbotsford’s long-term growth. Stage 2 will also review the current stormwater management policies and bylaws to identify opportunities for improvement, based on best practices.
On July 28, 2026, the project team presented Council with an update on Stage 1 of the Drainage Master Plan, highlighting the completion of the Background Review and Data Assessment stage. This work included reviewing the existing drainage system, identifying key issues and opportunities and establishing the guiding principles and assumptions that will inform the next phases of the Master Plan.
Council directed staff to proceed to Stage 2 – Analysis and Evaluation, where the project team will assess the performance of the City’s drainage system under future growth and climate scenarios, identify infrastructure requirements and prioritize upgrades needed to improve flood resilience and support Abbotsford’s long-term growth. Stage 2 will also review the current stormwater management policies and bylaws to identify opportunities for improvement, based on best practices.
