Movers Abbotsford, BC

Here at Ferguson Moving & Storage, we totally get that moving is overwhelming. As Abbotsford Movers have the solutions you need.

For more than 97 years, we have been asked to come into homes like yours for the purpose of moving peoples treasured furniture and other belongings. We think you deserve the highest level of moving service to the Abbotsford area. That is why we act like a concierge for your move. We assign every move with a single point of contact from beginning to end. Our personalized service in moving means you won’t have to meet our entire office staff, just one single caring manager that will look after your moving needs. Our mission is to make sure you are looked after before during and after moving day.

We really do want to make sure you are moved with the uttermost care. That’s why we offer the highest quality movers, packing materials and customer care. We blanket wrap your furniture in your home before it moves. So you can see us caring.

We’ll pack up & move your finest electronics

Need audio/video disconnection service? Perhaps you need you your Plasma TV packed because you didn’t keep the original TV Box. We offer customized packing and watch out for even the finer details.

We know your neighbourhood.

We’ve been moving BC residents for nearly 100 years. So we won’t have any trouble navigating to your old home or your new one. Not ready to move in yet? Ask us about our storage container options!

Buildings managers love us and so will your new Abbotsford neighbours.

We’ll take care to protect your building’s entrance floors and work with your building managers to make sure elevators are padded and locked before the movers even arrive.

We know how to work fast and move your items carefully.

We have the only training facility for moving companies that shows our crews how to disassemble and reassemble furniture that doesn’t fit out the doors. Plus, we have access to specialty companies to service universal gyms, pool tables and more.

This is all part of your guaranteed flat moving quote.

All the above services are genuinely included in your flat rate moving price. Your professional move manager will access everything before quoting your move. We never have hidden fees and you can count on it.

Below are more services we offer at Ferguson Moving & Storage:

• Packing and Unpacking Moving Tips- We’re probably the only people you now know in Abbotsford who actually enjoy packing and unpacking services.

Ferguson Moving & Storage in Vancouver has partnered with FROGBOX to make your move less stressful on you and the planet. Book your move with Ferguson today and we’ll include 20 FREE FROGBOX moving boxes at no charge.

Moving Cleaning Service- Ferguson Movers help take the moving strains and stress off you by providing you with their professional cleaning service. Ferguson Movers will leave your house smelling fresh and clean for the new residents, ultimately leaving you with more time and energy to unpack and settle in your new home.
We have made a handy moving cleaning checklist that you can print off if you want to clean yourself after the movers are gone or we offer a flat rate cleaning serviceto clean your home or just a few rooms using the same cleaning checklist.

Click here for additional FAQ’s and information about our Abbotsford moving services.

A BRIEF HISTORY AND HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA

In 1995 the District of Matsqui, Abbotsford and the Village of Clearbrook amalgamated to create the new
City of Abbotsford. Abbotsford is surrounded by the Fraser River to the north, the American border to
the south, Langley to the west and Chilliwack to the east.
Abbotsford is approximately 70 km southeast of downtown Vancouver, by means of the Trans-Canada
Highway #1 or the Fraser Highway #1A. Situated in the Lower Fraser Valley, Abbotsford is one of the
most productive agricultural areas in British Columbia.
The population of Abbotsford numbers approximately 123,864.

HISTORY
After gold was discovered in the Fraser River the British sent Royal Engineers to survey the area. John
Cunningham Maclure purchased 160 acres in 1889, which would eventually become the village of
Abbotsford. He later sold the land to his son who in turn sold it to Robert Ward. Ward filed for town
site subdivision in 1891. Abbotsford was named after a friend of the Maclure family, Harry Abbott.
Abbott was the Western Superintendent of the C.P.R.
When the C.P.R. spur line reached Abbotsford the area opened up economically. May saw mills were
built between 1890-1919. The establishment of the Abbotsford Lumber Company by the Tretheway
Family helped the development of Abbotsford in every way.

LIFE IN ABBOTSFORD
Abbotsford is the commercial and regional hub for the Fraser Valley. The economy of Abbotsford is
based on agriculture, transportation, precision manufacturing and retail. In recent years, because of the
beautiful surroundings tourism is becoming an important component in the economy.

ATTRACTIONS
Mill Lake Park – The park offers nature trails, a picnic area, outdoor swimming pool, playground, and a
running track.
Abbotsford Discovery Trail – A 10km paved, all season pathway connecting the community.
Castle Fun Park – A year-round amusement park, which includes mini golf, go-carts and batting cages.
Tretheway House and Heritage Site – Abbotsford Lumber Company built this arts and crafts bungalow
for BC timber baron J.O. Tretheway in 1920. Tour the house and beautiful gardens.
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ATTRACTIONS (CONT)
Annual Events – Abbotsford is host to numerous annual festivities including Canada Day Celebrations
and the Berry Festival in July and the Agrifair and Rodeo in August.
Abbotsford Farm and Country Market – The Market is held during the months of May to October, on
Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in downtown Abbotsford. Vendors include fresh produce, baked
goods and arts and crafts.

MEDIA
One of the best ways to learn about your new community is to subscribe to the local newspaper. Many
publishers will mail their newspaper to you, even before you move. For more information, please
contact:
“Abbotsford Times”
30887 Peardonville Rd.
Abbotsford, BC
V2T 6K2
(604) 854-5244
www.abbotsfordtimes.com
“Abbotsford News”
34375 Gladys Ave.
Abbotsford, BC
V2S 2H5
(604) 853-1144
Local FM Radio Station:
CKQC ………………………………… 107.1

TRANSPORTATION
Driver and Vehicle Licencing–ICBC ……. 1-800-950-1498
Central Fraser Valley Transit ………………. (604) 854-3232

MEDICAL SERVICES
A list of names and addresses of physicians currently accepting new patients is available from:
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre
32900 Marshall Rd.
Abbotsford, BC
V2S 0C2
(604) 851-4700
www.fraserhealth.ca
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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
*Please confirm these emergency numbers when you arrive in your new community.
AMBULANCE …………………………………………… 911
FIRE ………………………………………………………….. 911
POLICE …………………………………………………….. 911
EDUCATION
For information regarding curriculum and enrollment procedures, please contact:
School District #34 (Abbotsford)
2790 Tims St.
Abbotsford, BC
V2T 4M7
(604) 859-4891
www.sd34.bc.ca
Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese
150 Robson St.
Vancouver, BC
V6B 2A7
(604) 683-9331
www.cisva.bc.ca
Additional educational institutes:
University of the Fraser Valley
33844 King Road
Abbotsford, BC
V2S 7M8
(604) 853-7441
www.ufv.ca

RECREATION
For information about facilities, clubs and sports leagues in your area, please contact:
Parks and Recreation ……………………………………. (604) 859-3134
Matsqui Recreation Centre ……………………………. (604) 855-0500
Abbotsford Recreation Centre ………………………. (604) 853-4221
Mount Lehman Library ………………………………… (604) 856-4908
MSA Centennial Library ………………………………. (604) 853-1753
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PUBLIC SERVICES
Cable TV: Shaw Cable …………………………………………………………… (604) 856-5721
Website ……………………………………………………………………. www.shaw.ca
Hydro: B.C. Hydro ……………………………………………………………. 1-800-224-9376
Website …………………………………………………………….. www.bchydro.com
Gas: Terasen Gas ………………………………………………………….. 1-888-224-2710
Website …………………………………………………………….. www.terasen.com
Garbage: Engineering Department …………………………………………. (604) 864-5514
City Collection Inquiries …………………………………………. (604) 853-5485
WSI Collection Inquiries ………………………………………… (604) 864-9177
Recycling: Recycling Hotline ………………………………………………….. 1-800-667-4321
Engineering Department …………………………………………. (604) 864-5514
Water: General Inquiries ……………………………………………………. (604) 864-5485
Telephone: Telus (outside BC) ………………………………………………… 1-888-811-2323
Telus (within BC) ……………………………………………………………. 310-2255
Website …………………………………………………………………. www.telus.com
The telephone area code for Abbotsford is 604.

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
The Chamber of Commerce is the best source of information about your new community. Many of these
groups have brochures and booklets full of local facts. Please contact:
Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce
#207, 32900 South Fraser Way
Abbotsford, BC
V2S 5A1
(604) 859-9651
www.abbotsfordchamber.com
For other information on your new community, including brochures and area maps, contact:
City Clerk
32315 South Fraser Way
Abbotsford, BC
V2T 1W7
(604) 853-2281
For more information about Abbotsford, visit their website at www.abbotsford.ca.

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