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Cultus Lakers vie for byelection attention Homeowners hope to change ‘undemocratic’ representation Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Chilliwack byelection candidates will be asked to help Cultus Lake residents alleviate “dysfunction” and update the Cultus Lake Park Act to reflect the realities of 2012. Cultus Lake resident Gary Lister and his wife, Sue, are collecting signatures for a petition to present ChilliwackHope byelection candidates, who will be vying for the MLA seat vacated recently by Barry Penner. They were knocking on doors both days over the weekend and have already amassed more than 100 signatures. “Most people at the lake don’t understand why the majority of commissioners are elected from Chilliwack,” he said. “They don’t think it’s fair.” Almost everyone they approached wanted to sign, except for a renter who would soon be moving, said Sue Lister. “I think if more people were aware of the situation, they would want things changed,” she said. Their petition seeks to correct the “undemocratic” election rules imposed on Lakers whereby the majority of the Cultus Lake Park Board commissioners, five of them, are elected by Chilliwack residents, while only two are elected by Cultus Lake residents. “The Board needs to be elected by the people they govern like every other local government in British Columbia,” writes Gary Lister in the preamble, calling it a “fundamental principle of our democracy.” For Chilliwack residents, he described it as tantamount to having the majority of their city councillors Continued: CULTUS/ p14

About 200 teachers and supporters lined Luckakuck Way on Monday afternoon in an effort to raise awareness for their fight for public education. Teachers were also rallying outside various schools throughout the district. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Teachers take protest to the streets Katie Bartel The Progress Chilliwack teachers took to the streets Monday to raise awareness around their fight for public education. For three hours, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., approximately 200 teachers rallied along Vedder Road and Luckakuck with signs explaining the union’s side and hopes for supportive honks. They weren’t the only ones. After months of job action and ongoing clashes with the provincial government, teachers across the province imposed a day of action. “We need to do something now to make more public aware-

ness of the fact we’re still in this fight,” said Chilliwack Teachers’ Association president Katharin Midzain. “People need to know that public education is at a very critical point of dismantling.” Monday’s day of action came on the heels of the B.C. Education Ministry announcing last Thursday it would be setting in motion legislation to end the strike. Minister of Education George Abbott made the announcement following a report by the government’s fact-finder, Trevor Hughes, who concluded it “very unlikely” the BC Teachers’ Federation would reach a voluntary agreement with the BC School Employers’

Association. The report sited 78 face-toface bargaining sessions, and of more than 1,000 issues on the table, only nine were agreed upon. If legislation is drawn up, a netzero contract would be imposed on the union. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon spoke on the issue following a Chilliwack Rotary meeting Friday. He said the teachers’ union has been told, “Look, you’re coming off a 16 per cent wage increase, you’ve got very generous benefits that most in the private sector would love to have, and we’re just asking them to do what every other public sector

union has signed onto, which is a zero increase, no net increase, over two years. We think that is very reasonable.” “The fact of the matter is we’ve spent one year and over 75 face-to-face meetings trying to get to some basis to have an agreement,” said Falcon. “Unfortunately, we’ve made absolutely no progress and therefore we’re left with no alternative really but to now consider the legislative option.” In 2005, when the government issued back-to-work legislation, teachers responded with a province-wide strike lasting 10 school days.

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BC Liberal, NDP MLAs duke it out in Chilliwack-Hope Robert Freeman The Progress The byelection in ChilliwackHope is in full swing, if the tit-fortat over the court backlog issue is any indication. NDP justice critic Leonard Krog squared off against John Les on Thursday after the Chilliwack MLA called NDP party leader Adrian Dix a “hypocrite” for coming to Chilliwack to attack the BC Liberals for creating the backlog. Les said there wouldn’t even be a courthouse in Chilliwack, if the NDP had their way. But Krog dug up a news release from May, 2000 that showed, in fact, it was the NDP govern-

ment that approved funding for the new courthouse in downtown Chilliwack. “John Les’s bluster about the justice issue is to try and draw attention from the fact that Chilliwack faces the worst delays in the province,” Krog told The Progress. “Mr. Les wants to engage in a policy of red herrings because he knows this is the case,” he said. “There’s no one to blame for this (backlog) except the BC Liberals. They created it.” But Les didn’t back down, giving Krog as good as he got. “Krog conveniently skirts around the fact that if they (the NDP) had their way, there would be no courthouse in Chilliwack

today,” Les insisted. “In 1998 they were closing the courthouse, period,” said Les, who was Chilliwack mayor at the time. “There was no mention at all of any new court facility being built.” Les said that in 1991 the NDP government cancelled plans that were already on the books for a new Chilliwack courthouse on a property bought by the city near Young Road and Chilliwack Central Road. “It was all ready to go when the (Mike) Harcourt government came in and cancelled everything,” he said. “Leonard Krog was part of that government,” Les added. When the closure of the old

courthouse on College Street was announced in 1998, Chilliwack residents took to the streets in protest. “As a community, we rose up as one,” Les said. “It was probably the one time (during his 13 years as mayor) the community really came together.” Les said he later met with Ujjal Dosanjh, the NDP AttorneyGeneral, and “hashed out” an agreement to keep the College Street courthouse open while a regional justice committee was created, which eventually recommended building the new courthouse seen today in downtown Chilliwack. Funding for the new facility

came from the NDP government and the City of Chilliwack. “From my experience, if the NDP had stayed in government, they would have welshed on that too,” Les said. “I think the record is pretty clear,” he added, “as far as justice in Chilliwack is concerned, the NDP has not been our friend.” Krog was just as adamant the BC Liberal record shows that government places no value on justice, hiring fewer judges than any other province in Canada. “The fact is, the message from the BC Liberals, especially in Chilliwack, is justice doesn’t matter,” he said. Continued: POLITICIANS/ p5

No evidence that American fugitive from justice lived in Chilliwack Robert Freeman The Progress

in need, which will eventually make it more attractive for investment and redevelopment in downtown Chilliwack.” The new building will allow them to offer expanded services at Ruth & Naomi’s. In addition to feeding the needy in a new dining hall with a new commercial grade kitchen, they will also offer transitional housing spaces upstairs. “This means so much to those people in Chilliwack who are marginalized and in need,” he said of the new building.

An American fugitive from justice reportedly bought a townhouse on Cowichan Place in Chilliwack. But it’s not clear whether Steven William Dyer, a 44-year-old convicted of child molesting in the U.S., ever lived in the townhouse. “That’s one of the things that’s being looked at right now,” RCMP Const. Tracy Wolbeck said Monday. “It’s one of the details that investigators are trying to trace back,” RCMP Sgt. Pound said. Wolbeck said the RCMP serious crimes unit now has conduct of the Chilliwack part of the investigation, but she added that “we have no evidence to support Mr. Dyer was criminally active in Chilliwack.” Sgt. Pound told another media outlet last week that part of the RCMP’s investigation will include whether the purchase of the Chilliwack townhouse and a condo in Vancouver constitute crimes. Dyer was arrested last week in Montreal by Canada Border Services agents. CBSA investigator Cindy Lepur told The Progress that Dyer bought a house in Chilliwack, but she refused to disclose the address or how long Dyer might have lived there. She also said Dyer was living under an assumed name, and was employed during the 10 years he lived in Canada, but she again refused to disclose the nature of that employment. According to a media report, Dyer was living under the name “Brian Woolworth” and worked as a playground designer. He reportedly bought the Chilliwack townhouse in 2008. Wolbeck said she could not confirm the alias or the Cowichan Place location. According to the America’s Most Wanted website, Dyer “had a clean criminal history, and portrayed himself as a wealthy, upstanding citizen with a heart of gold, always willing to go out of his way to help others.”

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Wayne Massey (left), board chair of Ruth & Naomi’s Mission, takes visitors on a tour of the new facility during the grand opening Saturday. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Ruth and Naomi’s gains opening day gift Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Ruth & Naomi’s Mission reps in Chilliwack were surprised to receive a cheque for $387,000 from the provincial government Saturday. More than 400 people attended the grand opening of their new building downtown at the corner of Margaret Avenue and Fletcher Street. “It was a wonderful grand opening celebration,” said Wayne Massey, Ruth & Naomi’s board chair. The turnout is proof positive, he said, that the com-

munity has taken ownership of Ruth & Naomi’s, a faithbased ministry which feeds and houses the homeless of Chilliwack. “We were also most fortunate to receive an amazing contribution to the project, delivered in person by Chilliwack MLA John Les.” They had applied for funding to cover the environmental cleanup costs, but had been awaiting word on the result of their application. The $1-million project ended up with a $450,000 mortgage after the construction of the new building, due to an expensive environmen-

tal remediation process to remove underground contamination at the former gas station site. The newly announced funding from the BC government will almost completely erase the project’s debt. “It means we’re almost out of the woods now,” said Massey. The building’s assessed value is estimated at almost $1.5 million. “We think this will become a catalyst for downtown redevelopment,” said Massey. “We have worked hard to build a facility to address the issues faced by those

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More than money need to fix courts: Falcon Robert Freeman The Progress B.C. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon says there is money in the new provincial budget to hire more judges, but the judicial system itself needs reform to end court backlogs. “Not surprisingly, the NDP can’t read budgets well,” Falcon said, after presenting a budget summary to the Chilliwack Rotary Club Friday. “If they looked at the budget, they’d see an additional $237 million over the next three years, not only for the judicial and court systems, but also for policing,” he said. But, he added, “We’re saying the system itself needs reform and we’re not just going to keep throwing money in that black hole until we see improvements made there too.” Falcon was reacting to the NDP charge that the BC Liberal government puts a low priority on justice, and has allowed the system to deteriorate over the last 11 years. NDP Justice Critic Leonard Krog said

this has led to a doubling of judicial stays and is proof that justice “doesn’t matter” to the BC Liberal government. “You can’t pretend to be tough on crime and you’re wasting the efforts of courageous police officers up until the moment of trial, and then tossing it because you don’t have enough judges and early enough trial dates,” Krog said. Criminals are walking free as a result of trial delays, he said, and parents are left twisting in an agonizing legal limbo as they try to regain custody of children apprehended by the children and family development ministry. The Chilliwack courthouse is tied with Surrey for the longest trial delays for adult criminal cases, and tops the list for wait-times for child protection trials. But Falcon said — and former NDP Attorney-General Ujjal Dosanjh agrees — that court backlogs have long plagued the province. The finance minister said the province is hiring more judges, court sheriffs and administra-

Politicians trade shots as byelection nears POLITICIANS from p3 The number of judicial stays has doubled to 109, and Chilliwack is tied with Surrey for the longest trial delays for adult criminal cases, and the new courthouse tops the list for wait-times for child protection trials. “You can’t pretend to be tough on crime and you’re wasting the efforts of courageous police officers up until the moment of trail, and then tossing it because you don’t have enough judges and early enough trial dates,” Krog said. Criminals are walking free because of the stayed cases, he noted, and parents are left twisting in an agonizing legal limbo as they try to regain custody of children apprehended by the ministry. Les said the BC Liberal government is conducting a sweeping review of the justice system to arrive at a rational remedy, while the NDP would simply throw money at the problem. But Krog said the BC Liberal government has had 11 years to study the problem, and that no victim of crime would consider putting criminals behind bars a waste of taxpayers’ money. “I don’t think the public believes that you throw away money when you catch and prosecute criminals,” he said. “The public doesn’t see that as money thrown away.” No date has been set for the byelection.

tive staff. “But we’re also saying we need the court system itself to make some changes to improve their efficiencies,” Falcon said. “Because the reality is, if you roll back the tape to the 1990s when the NDP were government, the same (court backlog) stories were all over the newspaper,” he said. But the present backlog is a “significant part” of what currently ails B.C.’s justice system, he

agreed. “When you have major trials that can take over five years and cost over $100 million, that is a red flag to the public that we have to find a better way to do things,” he said. Dosanjh told a CTV reporter on Feb. 16 that delays in the provincial court system aren’t a new phenomenon, and it will take more than money to fix the problem. Vancouver lawyer Geoffrey Cowper has

been hired by the B.C. government to conduct a sweeping review of B.C.’s court system and make recommendations. But Falcon added he is “challenging the judiciary to do their part in working with government to say, ‘Let’s try and improve things for the benefit of the public, for the benefit of (court) outcomes and for the benefit of the taxpayer.” rfreeman@theprogress.com twitter.com/paperboy2

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The new provincial budget is among the most restraint-minded handed down by a provincial government since the 1980s. That’s the word from Bob Plecas, who should know. He was a deputy minister in the Bill Bennett Social Credit government of the mid-1980s, one which brought down the infamous “restraint” budget in 1983. That prompted the Solidarity movement and brought the province perilously close to a general strike. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon brief Chilliwack Rotarians about the budget Friday. (See story, page five,) The current deficit is now projected at $2.5 billion, down a bit from $3 billion. Medical Service Plan premiums are on the rise again — 22 per cent in four years. There is no HST relief for people who wish to do home renovations, except for seniors. It’s too bad it won’t be extended to everyone, at least until the PST returns next April 1. It would act as a boost to the economy. The $10,000 grant to first-time home buyers is a welcome and surprise addition. First-time buyers should look at prices carefully, and see if the grant will allow them to buy. There is no boost to the education budget, other than $165 million to address classroom composition. While this is necessary due to a court ruling that went against the government, the lack of a funding boost will likely anger teachers, who want a 15 per cent pay raise over three years. Falcon also stated that the final increase to the carbon tax will go ahead as scheduled on July 1. However, he signalled that the tax will be reviewed, and it is possible that it could be eliminated. While B.C. broke new ground when it brought the carbon tax in, no other jurisdiction has followed its lead. A recent study indicates that coal is a much greater source of carbon emissions than oil and gas. This should cause the government to pause. If its real concern is carbon emissions, perhaps it needs to consider how much B.C. coal is being exported — with no carbon tax of any kind being applied. The government focus on restraint is necessary, but it must examine how taxes impact individuals and the environment. ~ Black Press

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U.K. where Cassidy is professor of nutrition and lead author of the study. “Flavonoids are thought to provide some of that protection through several mechanisms, including improved blood vessel function and an anti-inflammatory effect.” The research team used 14 years of follow-up data from the U.S.-based Nurses’ Health Study which was established in 1976. They followed 69,622 women who reported their food intake, including details of their fruit and vegetable consumption, every four years. They examined the relationship of the six main subclasses of flavonoids most frequently consumed and compared it to the risk of strokes. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, a stroke is caused by the interruption of blood flow to the brain (ischemic stroke) or the rupture of blood

vessels in the brain (hemorrhagic stroke), causing sudden loss of brain function. Symptoms include weakness in the face, arm or leg, trouble speaking, vision problems, headache or dizziness. Immediate treatment is essential; for every minute of delay before treatment, the average patient loses 1.9 million brain cells. What the researchers found was that women who ate high amounts of flavonones in citrus had a 19 per cent lower risk of blood clot-related (ischemic) stroke than women who consumed the least amounts. Flavonones come primarily from oranges and orange juice (82 per cent) and grapefruit and its juice (14 per cent). However, the advice from the researchers is to consume the fruit itself rather than juice in order to avoid the additional high sugar content in commercial fruit juices. Women with a low intake con-

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Go deeper to understand climate change Professor Mike Mann (author of “The Hockey Stick and the Climate Wars”) whose research over the past two decades has been the target of much vitriol from the global warming denial camp spoke very calmly about the scientific evidence for the increases in average global temperatures and the contribution of human activities to that increase. He also took the time to talk frankly about the so-called Climategate scandal that the writer referred to. I would caution readers to be sure to check your sources of information when following up on this side issue. Professor Mike Hulme, an environmental scientist, urged his audience to consider the issue as “climate risk” rather than “climate change” and to ask “what are the dangers and for whom? And how do we manage them?” He co-authored the May 2010 “The Hartwell Paper” that proposes “that the organising principle of our effort should be the raising up of human dignity via three overarching objectives: ensuring energy access for all; ensuring that we develop in a manner that does not under-

mine the essential functioning of the Earth system; ensuring that our societies are adequately equipped to withstand the risks and dangers that come from all the vagaries of climate, whatever their cause may be.” Can you remember a time when the debate about smoking and its effect on health still had its deniers and we found that the studies being done to support them were underwritten by the tobacco industry? The climate change debate is similar in that powerful lobby groups are at work to discredit climate science and to cast doubt on the seriousness of the problem (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Climate_change_denial). In addition, the oil and gas industry contributes very heavily to political campaigns and lobbyists in the US. Yes, by all means, do go beyond the mainstream media, as Mr. Raddysh admonishes us, to become as well-informed as possible on this critically important issue. Vic Gladish Chilliwack, BC

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Teachers trying to make the classroom better How grateful I am to have such wonderful supportive parents on the PAC at Strathcona Elementary, parents who encourage and appreciate the teachers in our school instead of slamming and shaming them publicly in the paper as Ms. Edmondson, (PAS president of McCammon) has done. (Parent angered by continued job action, Progress Feb. 28) I cannot believe she truly thinks teachers are not doing their jobs. I have been teaching since 1988 and I arrive at my school by 7:30 (I am never the first one there as others have already arrived before me) and seldom leave before 4:30. During this time of trying to bring attention to the frustration of lack of funding in our education system, most of my colleagues have made every effort to have personal conversations with parents of students. I send home a weekly bulletin, have talked with every family and met with many, time and time again, so that they are aware of the growth and needs of their child. In addition I, (like many other teachers across the province), give up my lunch to help with activities that make our schools a better community. In my case this means 3 lunch times a week to direct the drama/musical and meet with Grade 3 girls in a girls? group to help them learn friendship skills, communication skills and better social skills. Our government’s lack of respect for a work force whose members continually give, more than is asked or required, is absolutely appalling. Teachers care about the children entrusted to us, and when we see a need we offer help. We frequently pay Continued: TEACHERS/ p10

Chiefs earn gold for Special Olympic effort As the coaches of the Chilliwack Special Olympic floor hockey team, we would like to send a big thank you out to the Chilliwack Chiefs organization. On Tuesday a group of their players came out and played a friendly match against our athletes. I have to say, what an awesome group of young men. They were kind and so genuine with their desire for all to have fun. Everyone had a blast and I have such respect for all the guys and the Chiefs as a team. Chilliwack is lucky to have young men like that come into our city. Thank you, Barry [Douglas] and Harvey [Smyl]. You are all winners in our eyes. I hope the character that I saw in our game brings you far – in your games and in life. Justin Burnette, Neil Stad and all the Special Olympic hockey players.

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Teachers call for mediation TEACHERS from Front The teachers’ union has requested “unbiased” mediation on all issues, including wages, class size and composition. “In this budget [released last Tuesday] the government has increased funding to private schools by 0.7 per cent, but public schools by only 0.4 per cent,” said Midzain. “That doesn’t even keep

up with inflation, so really it’s a net decrease. They’re giving more funding to independent schools – what does that tell you about their priorities?” (The way government funding to independent schools works is based on a classification scale that provides private schools with either 50 per cent less than what public schools receive per student or 65 per cent less.)

As part of Monday’s day of action, teachers worked a “bell to bell” day, arriving at school just before the first bell and leaving school shortly after the last bell. Any extracurricular activities that could be rescheduled, such as practices, rehearsals, and even games in some cases, were rescheduled. As well, during the lunch hour, teachers at

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tigate the case because the allegations included a politician, Chilliwack MLA John Les, who was then the province’s Solicitor General. Les stepped down when he learned of the investigation, but McFee found no evidence that Les made improper land deals during his tenure as Chilliwack Mayor from 1987 to 1999. But McFee said he did find evidence to allege three counts of breach of trust against Sanborn.

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MADD: drunk driving destroys lives Katie Bartel The Progress Impaired driving destroys hearts, minds, families and lives – that was the message Chilliwack students at three middle schools heard last week. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) presented Damages, a 45-minute fictional video showcasing the effects of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, to students at Rosedale traditional, Chilliwack middle and Vedder middle. The audiences had students between the ages of 12 and 15 – not yet driving age. “Eventually these kids are going to be driving,” said Jason Kliiger of MADD Canada. “It’s good to let them know before they get behind the wheel how important the decisions they make are – the earlier we get to them the better.” The No. 1 cause of death for youth between the ages of 16 and 25 is road crashes. Of that, 45 per cent of those deaths are due to impaired driving. MADD Canada hopes the film will encourage young people to think more about making safer choices. Damages centres around Jesse Miller, a teenager who had been accepted into law school for the next year, but who made a decision that not only destroyed his life, but the lives of many others. After a night of drinking and smoking marijuana, he got behind the wheel of his dad’s car. His girlfriend was in the front seat with him, his best friend and younger sister were in the backseat. No one was wearing a seatbelt. Not long into the drive, Jesse lost control of the car, smashing into a parked vehicle. His girlfriend required a neck brace, his best friend was sentenced to a wheelchair, and his sister, who had been ejected from the car, was dead on impact. “The characters are fictional, but the scenarios are all too real,” said MADD Canada president Denise Dubyk in a press release. “We want to reinforce the messages about never driving impaired, or accepting a ride from someone who is impaired. We want them to understand that it is never worth the risk.” Real victim testimonials were also aired following the film. A mother, who lost her teenaged daughter four years ago at the hands of an impaired driver, sobbed as she recounted the last time she saw her – in a body bag, in the morgue. “I didn’t want to let her go,” she said. “They took her away and I never saw her again. They brought ashes back and said this is my daughter. I want her back.” A 15-year-old girl told the story of the night a drunk driver crashed head on into her parent’s vehicle. With her and her brother in the backseat, she remembers beating on the window trying to get out; a large bone sticking out of her brother’s pant leg; and her parents laying motionless in the front seat, wedged into the engine. “That was the last time I kissed my mom,” she said. “Living without my parents is absolutely terrifying. It’s not fair. I should still have a childhood, but I don’t.” The film concluded with the statement: Damages last forever. kbartel@theprogress.com twitter.com/schoolscribe33

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Facebook prank goes viral Katie Bartel The Progress A Facebook prank that was only meant to fool friends has gone viral. Austin Knill has been fielding friend requests for days, maxing out at 999. “I haven’t been able to delete them fast enough,” he said. “My phone has been buzzing incessantly from friend requests.” All because of a so-called girlfriend who had apparently tattooed Knill’s face onto her forearm – after just one week of dating. Shortly before Va l e n t i n e ’ s Day, Knill and Cameron Kenis, both University of Victoria students who graduated from Sardis secondary, thought it would be fun to fool their friends into believing Knill had a crazy girlfriend. They created a fake Facebook account for Sara Hartly, complete with fake friends, and interests such as Taylor Swift, “stuff we thought typical girls would be interested in.” Knill also went on a pretend first date,

and reprogramed Kenis’ contact information to come up as Sara Hartly every time he texted or called to add to the credibility of her character. But this girl was not your typical sweet girlfriend that everyone instantly loves. “We knew we wanted to make her go completely and utterly insane and see how far we could push the boundaries,” said Knill. “We kind of wanted to make her seem like all the craziest movie characters you could imagine funneled into one super jealous girlfriend.” Think modern day Fatal Attraction. After just one date, Sara Hartly posted she was “in a relationship” with Knill. A couple days later, she started posting messages on Knill’s wall telling him she loved him and repeatedly asking if he loved her back. The coup de grâce happened one week after their first date when Hartly posted a photo of her forearm with a large tattoo of Knill’s face. “The comments from my friends lit up,”

said Knill, who had blended a photo of his face into a random arm found on the Web using Photoshop. “It surprised me that everyone thought there was actually someone out there crazy enough to get this done... It probably wouldn’t have worked had it not been for all the effort we put into making her seem like a real person beforehand.” Knill announced shortly after that it was a hoax, but by then the prank had already begun to spread, appearing on several social news websites, including Reddit, FAIL Blog, 9Gag, Memebase, and Cheeseburger. The story was also picked up by Maclean’s, CBC, and Huffington Post. “It’s amazing how huge this has gone,” said Knill. “”People are estimating it’s been seen by several hundred thousand viewers. Pretty much every continent, except Antarctica, has seen this. I’ve got all kinds of messages on Facebook, people from Malaysia, Russia, Poland, Argentina, France, Brazil – all these countries saying it’s huge there. “I think it was Andy Warhol who said that in the future, everyone will have 15 minutes of fame – that’s exactly what this has been.” Knill, who has since taken down Sara Hartly’s Facebook account, is working on a t-shirt design to commemorate the hoax. kbartel@theprogress.com twitter.com/schoolscribe33


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Jack Layton testimonial brings attention to prostate cancer meeting The Chilliwack Prostate Cancer Information and Awareness Group will be holding their regular monthly meeting on March 1st at 7:30 p.m. at the Mt Cheam Lion’s Hall at 45580 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack. There will be a DVD presentation by a number of prostate cancer patients, including Jack Layton, talk-

ing about their experiences in their journey with the disease. There will also be an opportunity to visit with members of the group, many of whom are survivors and care givers. Everyone is welcome. If you have any questions please call Dale Erikson at 604-824-5506.

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The Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra proudly presents the third concert of its Principal Soloist Series on March 3, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. The orchestra will accompany its principal violinist and concert mistress Alisa van Dijk as she performs the hauntingly beautiful Sibelius Violin Concerto. The Youth Orchestra will perform Handel’s “Music for the Royal Fireworks” and Grainger’s “Molly on the Shore”. Tickets are on sale through the Cultural Centre box office. Sponsors:

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GARY COMEAU & THE VOODOO ALLSTARS High energy, New Orleans-style rockin’ roots & blues Saturday, March 3rd • 8:00 pm • Harrison Memorial Hall Tickets: $22 • 604-796-3664 (visa, mc, amex) www.harrisonfestival.com tickets by phone, online or in person at Agassiz Shoppers Drug Mart


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truly the ultimate girl’s day out! FRASER VALLEY

WOMEN’S EXPO presented by: ROSS TRADE SHOWS GUEST SPEAKERS

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Shannon Ross, Trade Show sales /event manager is happy to present the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo at Chilliwack Heritage Park this weekend. Women of all ages and the men who love them will be sure to find something fun and unique at the Show .Shannon has been selling and organizing Trade Shows in the Fraser Valley and Okanagan for many years. Hundreds of business owners have learned to trust Shannon to help them market their products and services at these events. With over 170 booths sold for this inaugural show, business’s from the Chilliwack area ,east to Hope and west as far as Vancouver Island as well as Kamloops and Kelowna are arriving this weekend with displays to show off at the Expo. There will be many Guest Speakers advising on health and wellness, interior design and wedding trends. Fashion Shows on the main stage will be showcasing the latest in women’s apparel and Wedding fashions. There will also be cake decorating, furniture re-furbishing demos and workshops. You’ll want to be sure to visit the fabulous “Vintage Marketplace “ Our Exhibitors have donated over $7000.00 in prizes including a $3000 Bridal giveaway, $2500 makeover We invite you down to the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo for a great day of fun and shopping and be sure to enter to win one of these or many other prizes just for the price of admission. Mike and Shannon Ross, Ross Trade Shows

2012 WOMEN’S EXPO EXHIBITORS LIST All Things Being Eco .................................................101 Smart Legs Hosiery .................................................. 150 30 Minute Hit ............................................................ 421 Abracadabra Distribution ........................................ 500 Acuspirit .................................................................... 216 Agape Bridal ............................................................. 224 All Things Being Eco ................................................ 200 Allard Studio of Electrolysis .....................................119 Aloette Cosmetics .................................................... 226 Arbonne International............................................... 111 ArtIfacts ..................................................................... 339 As Seen On TV ................................................... 115 /117 As Seen On TV ................................................... 335/434 Auntie’s Knitting ....................................................... 442 Avon Canada............................................................. 109 Beads to Bling........................................................... 138 Beauti Control ........................................................... 124 Black Garden ............................................................. 441 Blue Blueberry Co. .................................................127A Body Saltz ................................................................. 432 Bohemian Files .......................................................230A Borrowed Bridal Dreams ......................................... 205 Brain Peace Neuro Centre ....................................... 318 Buckets Fresh Flower Market ................................312A Budget Blinds ........................................................... 223 Can You Imagine ....................................................... 437 Candy and Lacy ................................................. 321/323 Centre For Epilepsy .................................................. 227 Chameleon Purse Inserts......................................... 121 Champion Jack’s Emporium ................................... 439 Chartwell Hampton House ...................................... 326 Checkers Premium Fudge ....................................... 126 Chilliwacky Gogos .................................................... 306 Classic Cutlery .......................................................... 319 CLT Little Treasures .................................................426B Coast Chilliwack Hotel ............................................. 146 Constant Contact ...................................................... 332 Cosmetic Behavior .................................................239A Country Lane Decor ................................................. 337 Country Sheep Bedding .......................................... 431 Crafts of Tibet ............................................................ 136 Crystal Clear Boutique ............................................. 343 Discovery Toys .......................................................... 102 Discovery Toys .......................................................... 104 DIY Weddings ........................................................... 218 Drama Queen ........................................................... 308 Driving Miss Daisy Senior Services ....................... 141 Elektra Cosmetics ..................................................... 333 Elly’s Studio of Cake Design............................. 433/435 Epicure Selections .................................................... 238 F-r-e-s-h ...................................................................... 440 Fancy That Design ..................................................127B Far Out ....................................................................... 328 Fifth Ave Jewelry ...................................................... 130

Fraser Valley Chem-Dry ........................................... 413 Fraser Valley Photo Booth ....................................... 506 Fresh is Best Salsa ................................................... 336 Fresh Start Programs Ltd......................................... 225 Garlic Grater Quisine ............................................... 430 Gente Bella...........................................201/203/300/302 Glowing Positively Soy Candles ............................. 331 Golden Naturals Skin Care ...................................... 229 Grace & Allure Beauty Salon .................................. 123 Heirloom Jewellery ................................................312B Herbal Magic............................................................. 144 Home Sweet Nest .................................................... 436 In Style Uniforms ..................................................... 106 Inspired Arts & Gifts .......................................... 425/427 Inspired Nails ..........................................................230B Investors Group ........................................................ 142 It Works! .................................................................... 419 Jade Electrolysis................................................ 235/334 Jaq-Lin’s Fashions .................................................... 107 Jockey Person to Person ......................................... 143 Juice Plus .................................................................. 236 Just My Style Home Decor ..................................... 210 JW Sales & Marketing ............................................. 237 JW Sales & Marketing ............................................. 309 JW Sales & Marketing ..............................................311 JW Sales & Marketing ............................................. 316 JW Sales & Marketing ............................................. 327 Kangen Water..................................................... 204/206 Knowledge First Financial ....................................... 108 Larco Industries ........................................................ 325 Lavish .........................................................................211 Lia Sophia ..................................................................110 Lisa Berry Photography ........................................... 209 Lolly’s Fashion Lounge ............................................ 217 Lori Johnson Photography...................................... 414 Love Cakes ................................................................ 202 MacBibs..................................................................... 438 Mai Tai Wrap Dress ................................................... 342 Mary Kay ................................................................... 131 Master Moves Core Training System ..................... 128 MEC Systems Inc. .................................................... 301 Mirage Spa solution................................................. 307 Money Concepts ...................................................... 338 My Little Secret ......................................................... 228 My Painted Furniture .............................................340B Neurological Integration System Practitioner ....... 152 Newlove Decor & Design ........................................ 232 Norwex Enviro Products.......................................... 129 Noya Beauty Inc. ...................................................... 139 NuCerity International ............................................. 314 Nutracleanse Products Inc....................................... 317 Okanagan Vinegar Brewery..................................... 132 Omega Crunch Flax Product ................................... 137 Outside the Box Dist. Ltd. ........................................ 233

Pampered Chef ..........................................................116 PartyLite Gifts.............................................................114 Passion Parties.......................................................... 215 Passport Medical ...................................................... 423 Performance Honda ................................... 313/315/412 Pink Bamboo Boutique ............................................ 135 Play Abby .................................................................. 220 Princess House Canada ........................................... 125 Prize Show Case ....................................................... 103 PS Dreams Enterprises ............................................ 212 Rocking Horse Carriage .................................... 303/305 Rosedale Swings ...................................................... 120 Scent-Sations Inc...................................................... 219 Scentsy Wickless Candles.........................................118 Second Chance Furnishings ............................ 418/420 Semper Nova ............................................................ 341 Serenity Chiropractic ............................................... 330 Shaklee Canada Ltd ................................................. 134 Silpada....................................................................... 221 Silver & Stones ......................................................... 505 Sips and Sweets ........................................................113 Sole 2 Soul Shoes .................................................... 424 SoulTree .................................................................... 140 Southgate Vacuums .......................................... 501/502 Stella & Dot Stylist ................................................... 241 Sun Life Financial ..................................................... 231 Sunset Gourmet Food Co........................................ 208 Sweet Piece Jewelry ................................................ 429 Tab Custom Fitted Bras..................................... 240/242 The Beautiful Women Project................................340A The Passionate Home ....................................... 443/445 The Purse Butler ....................................................... 105 The Treasure Hutch Baltic Amber..........................239B Titanium Exclusive Cookware ................................ 234 TravelOnly ................................................................ 100 Tropicana Tanning Sudios ....................................... 310 Tupperware ............................................................... 122 Tutor Doctor ....................................................... 503/504 Twigz Creations ........................................................ 133 U Weight Loss ........................................................... 213 Ultimate Creations ................................................... 324 Undines Retreat Day Spa ........................................ 214 Unika .................................................................. 320/322 Urbanendo Runners Ltd. ......................................... 148 Valley Gals Event DJ’s .............................................. 243 Vernard Farms / Smits & Co.w................................ 422 Visalus Sciences ....................................................... 304 Voila Lash Lounge .................................................... 416 Watkins .......................................................................112 What’s On Magazine ................................................ 207 With Child ...............................................................426A Work SafeT Solutions Inc. ....................................... 417

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FRIDAY, MARCH 2 7:00 p.m. Opening Ceremonies - Mayor Sharon Gaetz Remarks will be made on opening night by the Mayor of Chilliwack, Sharon Gaetz. Mayor Gaetz is an advocate for local businesses and is a member of several community clubs and groups. Come and join us to hear what she has to say as we kick off this year’s Fraser Valley Women’s Expo on March 2nd with a fabulous fashion show highlighting many local businesses and talents.” Fashion Show - Lolly’s, All Things Being Eco, Pink Bamboo Boutique, Tab custom fitted Bras, Mai Tai Wrap Dress, My Little Secret, Lavish, With Child, Unika. SATURDAY, MARCH 3 11:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. Gente Bella Salon and Spa Presents Hair Fashion On Stage you will see Gente Bella stylists transform their models lovely locks into works of art! 12:00p.m.-12:30 p.m. Magna Goerke“The DIY Wedding Expert” Hear Magna Goerke of DIY Wedding Resource present proven stress reducing ideas for planning your own wedding. Learn how to stay organized, manage expectations, rally resources. 12:30-1:00p.m. Erin Newlove Newlove Décor &Design Erin will be talking about ways to stay on budget and the trends that are making a splash in the wedding industry. 1:00 P.M-1:30p.m. Kick Ass Cakes Tasha Nagy, Owner and Founder of Kick Ass Cakes has been creating beautiful and delicious cakes for the Lower Mainland for over 5 years. You won’t want to miss her demo on the Main STAGE. 2:00P.M.-2:30PM Bridal Fashion Show Agape Bridal -the latest bridal gowns and graduation dresses from nine designers and Mai Tai Dresses -Change from modest to sexy in seconds; a brilliant investment with diversity and style. Bridesmaids won’t want to miss this! 3:00P.M.-3:30 The Passionate Home The Passionate Home is all about mixing the new with the old to create happiness and beauty. The Passionate Home is excited to be the first mini stockist in BC of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint! - BEST

paint on the market for painting furniture - Paint can be used on almost any surface. Be Sure to see the demonstration. 3:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Hudson Madison Meet the Hudson Madison design team. They will be speaking on bringing life and enhanced style to any environment. 4:00p.m.-5:00p.m. Constant Contact Guy Steeves Speaks on the Power of Email Marketing 5:00p.m. - 5:30pm. Cathi Graham of Oxylift Cathi will give you Clinically Proven and Natural ways to Erase Wrinkles, Acne, Puffy Eyes and Saggy Skin. This includes 3 Delicious Foods that Erase Wrinkles, 2 Drinks that make Your Skin Glow. Tips on How to Produce Collagen (the Anti-Aging Protein) and how to Naturally decrease cellulite. SUNDAY, MARCH 4 12:00pm. - 1:00pm. Constant Contact Guy Steeves speaks on Social Media Marketing Made Simple. 1:00pm - 1:30pm Hudson Madison 1:30pm. - 2:00pm. The Passionate Home 2:00pm. - 2:30pm. Kick Ass Cakes 3:00pm. - 3:30pm Gina Silvestri They don’t call her The Raw Food Muse for nothing! Gina Silvestri healed herself of 17 medical diagnoses and lost 125 pounds (a whole person) by returning to the diet our ancestors ate: 100 % natural. Junk food habits are hard to break, but it was killing her. So, she came back alive with replacement recipes like the Green Smoothies she’s demonstrating at the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo.

WORKSHOPS ALL WEEKEND Elly’s Studio of Cake Design Hands on demonstrations all weekend long on the fine art of decorating cupcakes. Learn how to make gumpaste flowers to use in your baking at home. Learn the tricks of the trade with Elly and her students! Booth 433 & 435.

The Passionate Home: Annie Sloan Chalk Paint How many times have you seen those distressed pieces with that hand-rubbed luster and velvety matte finish and thought, “I could do that?” Well now is your chance to put that thought into action! Booth 443 & 445 They will be demoing throughout the show everything you need to know to create the look at a fraction of the cost. You will experience the basics of how to apply one or two colours of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, different distressing techniques and the proper application of Annie Sloan Soft Wax.

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in the tournament on opening night. Executive director David Sheach concluded by commenting that, “Mentoring provided by volunteer Big Brothers and Big Sisters has proven to be instrumental in reducing bullying and other related negative behaviours such as a lack of interest in school, truancy, low self esteem and drug and alcohol abuse. We are working hard to address the social and friendship needs of children and Bowl for Kids Sake is a broad way for local citizens to support the family needs within their communities.” Opening night raised $4,500 in pledges for Big Brothers Sisters, setting the stage for what promises to be a successful fundraising event. There is still time to get involved as Bowl for Kids Sake contin-

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley and presenting sponsor Prospera Credit Union officially opened Bowl for Kids Sake 2012 at Chillibowl Lanes in Chilliwack on Feb. 22. Local dignitaries, members of Big Brothers Big Sisters board of directors, and management and staff from Prospera Credit Union were in attendance to be part of the official opening. David Sheach, Big Brothers Big Sisters executive director, provided opening comments of welcome to a full house of local supporters representing Prospera Credit Union as well as staff from KPMG, MNP, Envision, Hub Insurance and the City of Chilliwack. Said Big Brothers Big Sisters vice-chair, Daniel Sorensen: “Your support to Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs provides mentors for children and we know that mentorship increases a child’s sense of value and belonging which has ripple effects into the family, school and broader community. Kids who have a mentor tend to be more successful and have a positive sense of their value and role in community.” MP Mark Strahl and Chilliwack Acting Mayor Sue Attrill provided greetings on behalf of both the federal government and the city, providing observations about the merits of volunteerism as they benefit communities and families. Louise Logan, branch manager of the Chilliwack Prospera branch spoke about the shared values and partnership between Prospera Credit Union and Big Brothers Big Sisters. “Prospera Credit Union embraces the great work that Big Brothers Big Sisters does for youth in our communities – their ongoing commitment resonates with Prospera’s mission to make a meaningful difference in the wellbeing of our members and our communities.” Five teams representing Prospera Credit Union par ticipated

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Black Press A spreading outbreak of whooping cough has prompted Fraser Health to extend its vaccination campaign across the region. More than 150 people are believed to have contracted pertussis, a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes adults to cough for months but can be deadly to babies. Medical health officer Dr. Elizabeth Brodkin said efforts to combat the illness had focused on Chilliwack and Hope – where the outbreak began – but said the vaccine is now being made available to doctors and pharmacists across the region. “More and more we are seeing cases outside of Fraser East,” she said. Whooping cough cases are appearing in Burnaby, New Westminster, Langley and Maple Ridge, Brodkin said. “We didn’t want to wait until we were seeing huge numbers of cases and a very aggressive spread,” she added. “We saw enough cases we became con-

cerned and decided it was time to act.” Adults and youth in contact with young children who have not had the pertussis vaccine in the last five years are urged to get vaccinated. The goal is to immunize adults – for whom pertussis is more of an irritant – so they don’t act as carriers infecting infants, who are most at risk and are hospitalized in more than half of cases. Three children have already been hospitalized due to the outbreak, including one two-weekold baby that ended up in intensive care for five weeks. All three have recovered. “It’s a nasty infection and even deadly in young infants,” Brodkin said. Three-quarters of infants infected get it from parents or

close family members. California had a huge outbreak in 2009 that claimed the lives of 10 children, five more died in Saskatchewan in 2010 and two more children died last year just across the border in Washington State, where authorities are still battling an outbreak. The vaccine lasts only about five years so many people who got it in the past are no longer protected. Early symptoms of pertussis are similar to a cold, but often worsening to severe coughing that sounds like a whoop or crowing sound as the patient breathes in. Symptoms develop seven to 14 days after infection. For more information and a list of pharmacies that perform immunizations, see www.fraserhealth.ca/whoopingcough.

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Twinning of oil pipeline clears key hurdle Jeff Nagel Black Press The pipeline that already carries crude oil from Alberta through the Lower Mainland to waiting oil tankers off Burnaby is a step closer to doubling its capacity. Kinder Morgan said the $3.8 billion expansion of its Trans Mountain pipeline – from a capacity of 300,000 barrels per day now to 600,000 – appears justified after it got strong support from shipping customers in a test of the market. “What we heard back is very encouraging,” spokesperson Lexa Hobenshield said. Initial project design and planning work is now being finished and Kinder Morgan will decide by the end of March whether to seek approval to twin the line. Because the Trans Mountain route has an existing right-ofway, Kinder Morgan’s project holds a major advantage over rival Enbridge, which has hit fierce opposition in northern B.C. to its

bid to construct the Northern Gateway pipeline to carry 550,000 barrels per day of oil sands crude to Kitimat. A doubled Trans Mountain pipeline would likely see many more oil tankers passing through Burrard Inlet to carry oil to destinations in Asia or the U.S. Up to 70 tankers a year (32 in 2011) already load up there. Hobenshield said the project could include the addition of a second berth at the Westridge terminal in Burnaby as well as additional petroleum product storage in Burnaby. Port Metro Vancouver has also weighed options to dredge the Second Narrows to allow tankers to pass through the inlet with heavier loads than now allowed. But the project would still have to undergo two years of environmental assessments, socio-economic studies and full public and First Nations consultations, Hobenshield said. After that – if Kinder Morgan then formally submits the project

– it would still require National Energy Board approval. For nearly two years, Hobenshield said the existing pipeline has been oversubscribed, leading to a system of rationing customer access. Although Kinder Morgan has an existing corridor, Hobenshield said a second pipeline may not be able to follow the exact same route because of urban encroachment in parts of the Lower Mainland, including Surrey. “There are areas where it may be tight to fit another pipe in the existing right-of-way,” she said. She said it’s far too soon to say if that means the project could require Kinder Morgan to buy out homes or other properties in some areas. Besides carrying oil to tankers, the pipeline supplies Chevron’s refinery in Burnaby as well as others in Washington State via a branch that crosses the border at Sumas. Further upstream, Trans Mountain goes

through Kamloops and up the Thompson River valley. The federal Conservative government wants a bigger outlet to the Pacific to increase exports of Alberta oil to Asia and reduce reliance on the U.S. market after the Obama administration blocked the speedy approval of TransCanada Corp.’s proposed Keystone XL pipeline to Texas. Environmental groups and some First Nations have already said they will oppose the Kinder Morgan twinning, saying increased oil exports through Port Metro Vancouver pose unacceptable risks. Oil has spilled from Kinder Morgan’s system in the past. More than 1,500 barrels spilled in Burnaby in 2007 after a construction crew ruptured the pipeline. And nearly 700 barrels spilled into a containment system Jan. 24 at the Sumas Terminal, prompting complaints from Abbotsford residents who said the fumes made them sick.


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The provincial government has taken steps “By wearing pink, people show they’re They decided they should do something about it and went to a discount store, where making that commitment, to not let bullying to address bullying in recent years, including a Ministry of Education resource brochure happen,” she says. they bought 50 pink shirts for parents in 14 languages that can be found and tank tops to wear to In 2009, 20,000 pink shirts school the next day. They ‘It isn’t just a rite of passage. were sold and in 2010, online at www.bced.gov.bc.ca/sco. Net proceeds benefit the CKNW Orphans’ also went online to round It doesn’t have to happen.’ 30,000 helped the effort. up support for their antiLast year, 46,000 T-Shirts Fund in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Battle bullying bullying cause, which they were sold and this year we South Coast BC. 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CKNW Orphans’ Fund: The showed up wearing their own pink clothes, B.C. is no stranger to tragedy related to CKNW Orphans’ Fund is committed to some from head to toe. bullying.From Surrey’s 14-year-old Hamed enhancing the lives of children with physical, The bullies were reportedly never heard Nastoh, who jumped off the Patullo Bridge mental and social challenges living in BC from again. and killed himself after leaving a note behind communities. The fund includes children This year, Feb. 29 is Pink Shirt Day in B.C. blaming the constant bullying he endured at who are bullied under the scope of the funds and other parts of Canada, an annual anti- school, to Mission’s Dawn-Marie Wesley, 14, work, because these children will need extra bullying event that started after the now- who committed suicide by hanging herself support for their development. famous 2007 “sea of pink” campaign. 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Q Seems afraid of going to school, walking to and teachers or parents from school, riding the school bus, or taking part “Awareness of what bullying is and Q Marked need to control and dominate others and in organized activities with peers (such as clubs) situations understanding that it hurts is important,” says Q Boy bullies tend to be physically stronger than Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Vancouver Q Takes a long, “illogical” route when walking to or from school their peers president and CEO Carolyn Tuckwell. Q Has lost interest in school work or suddenly Q Hot-tempered, impulsive, easily frustrated “It isn’t just a rite of passage. It doesn’t have begins to do poorly in school Q Often test limits or break rules to happen. 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Dan Kinvig, Black Press Tessa Klassen made sure her last game at the Envision Athletic Centre would be a memorable one. The University of the Fraser Valley’s fifthyear point guard rained down three-pointers on the Calgary Dinos on Friday, helping the Cascades women’s basketball team sweep their best-of-three first round playoff series. Klassen went 7-for-11 from beyond the arc, accounting for all of her game-high 21 points. Four of her threebombs came during the decisive third quarter, when the Cascades drained any suspense from the proceedings by expanding a six-point halftime lead as high as 24 points. “I haven’t really had one of those games before, where everything I chuck up there is dropping, essentially,”

Klassen marveled afterward. “They (the Dinos) had some miscommunications, and I was open at the three quite a bit. And I was feeling it, so I kept shooting it.” In both of the Cascades’ victories over the Dinos – they also won 63-43 on Thursday – the visitors built a lead in the first quarter. But on both occasions, the UFV women maintained their poise. And once they got their bearings defensively, they dominated. The Cascades got big games from their dynamic sibling duo of Sarah and Nicole Wierks, who scored 15 and 13 points, respectively while hauling down five rebounds apiece. And Aieisha Luyken counted four three-pointers among her 13 points. But it was Klassen’s night. In addition to her scorching shooting from downtown, the 5’8” senior had a teamhigh six rebounds and five assists, and even blocked a shot during the decisive third-quarter run. “Tessa was unbelievable,” Cascades coach Al Tuchscherer enthused. “She wasn’t going to let her last game here go down in a bad way, right? In that

third quarter, she put us on her back, and she wasn’t going to miss. She’s an elite player in our league, and she showed that tonight.” Never mind her own eye-popping shooting numbers – Klassen was most excited about a more obscure stat. She explained that a team manager keeps track of “positive interactions” between UFV teammates, and the Cascades had a record high on Friday. “High fives, smacks on the butt, smiles, everything,” Klassen said with a chuckle, breaking down the system. “It’s pretty sweet. “It always pays off – you can tell when we’re going to have a good game by our body language and how positive we are with each other. We were able to come together and stay positive for a full 40 minutes, essentially.” The Dinos saw four players score in double figures – Jessica Franz (15 points), Megan Lang (13), Tamara Jarrett (13) and Jenna Kaye (11) – but they shot just 32.1 per cent from the field, which paled in comparison to UFV’s red-hot 49.1 per cent success rate. The Cascades advance to the Canada

West Final Four, which will likely be held at the University of Regina. It’s the second straight Final Four appearance for Tuchscherer’s charges. “I think there’s only six teams that have even been to the final four in the past seven years, and now we’ve gone back to back,” Tuchscherer said. “I think that’s huge for our program. I’m really proud of the girls.” ● Joel Friesen’s buzzerbeating three pointer helped the UFV basketball men to a 69-68 win over Lethbridge on Saturday. The men now join the UFV women in Saskatchewan for the CIS final four. The Cascades beat Lethbridge in three games in the best-ofthree series. The Pronghorns went ahead by two with 13 seconds left, but Coquitlam’s Sam Freeman set up Abbotsford’s Friesen for the miracle three pointer. “We wanted the ball in Joel’s hands, but there is no way I can even pretend we drew that up,” said UFV coach Barnaby Craddock. “It was an unbelievable clutch moment.”

Chilliwack native Sarah Wierks soars over a pair of Calgary Dinos during CIS playoff basketball action at the Envision Athletic Centre. Wierks and her UFV Cascades are off to the CIS final four after sweeping the Dinos. JOHN MORROW/ BLACK PRESS

Light week productive for Chilliwack Chiefs Eric J. Welsh, The Progress A quirk in the BCHL schedule has proven highly beneficial for Chilliwack’s junior A Chiefs. The local squad has played just once over the last eight days, dispatching the Salmon Arm Silverbacks 4-1 last Wednesday. In the interim, the team has packed in lots of practice time and rested some banged up players. “I don’t know how it will affect us because

I can’t remember ever having a situation like this in a stretch run,” said Chiefs bench boss Harvey Smyl Monday morning. “But the one thing I do see is we have lots of bumps and bruises right now. Hopefully we can heal up and get ready for the last seven games.” Smyl kept the practice schedule light over the week. The team mixed on-ice sessions with dryland training and public relations appearances. As they prepare for a Tuesday night tilt

against those same Salmon Armians, the Chiefs remain in fourth place in the Interior conference standings. And while they’ve been resting, the fifth place Vernon Vipers have been playing, and losing. The Snakes dropped a 6-4 road decision to the Cowichan Valley Capitals on Friday, then found themselves on the wrong end of a 4-2 decision versus the Powell River Kings on Saturday. Vernon now sits three back of Chilliwack for

the last playoff spot in the Interior conference, and the Chiefs have two games in hand. “Yeah, it certainly helps,” Smyl said when asked about Vernon’s struggles. “But we still need to win games in order to get in there (playoffs). As mentioned, the Silverbacks are in town tonight for a 7 p.m. puck drop at Prospera Centre. It is the seventh meeting of the season between the two teams in a season series that has been thor-

oughly dominated by Chilliwack. The Chiefs have taken all six previous meetings. “They do have some players who are extremely talented, three kids in particular that I think are very impressive,” Smyl noted. “There were a couple of games in their building where I think we were a little fortunate, and hard work and effort was everything.” The latest win was powered by Chilliwack native Josh Hansen, who scored twice to

lead the attack. “That was one of the games where hard work was the winning factor for us, and both of his goals were from hard work,” Smyl said. “That’s what you need at this time of year, and to get that kind of contribution from a defensive line, that’s a nice bonus.” Derek Huisman and David Bondra also scored for the Chiefs, who are benefitting from a resurgent first line. “I think that any team, to be successful, needs a

number one line to win them games,” Smyl said. “Certainly, those guys are coming through for us right now.” Starting goaltender Mitch Gillam stopped 33 of 34 shots, winning a duel against Silverbacks keeper Kurt Williams (30 saves on 34 shots). ● Chilliwack native Brad King suited up in last week’s win over Westside, picking up his first BCHL point. King drew the second assist on Chilliwack’s fourth goal, scored by Hansen.

JJoin oin the Cheam Skating Club for its annual Carnival on Saturday, March 10. Two shows take place at 1 and 6 p.m. at Twin Rinks. Tickets will be available at the door. The theme this year is ‘Saturday Morning Cartoons and Superheroes!’ See the Smurfs, Barbie and other favourites as Cheam members display their skating skills. Visit www.cheamskating.com for more information.


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G.W. Graham’s senior boys basketball team fell 76-62 to Mission Friday night in the Fraser Valley championship game. The game was played at Archbishop Carney secondary school in Port Coquitlam. The Grizzlies were a banged up bunch. Josiah Cockrill missed the game with a wrist injury. Lucas Mannes and Austin Neetz played at less than 100 per cent on wonky ankles, and

an answer for everything. The Grizzlies had to start fouling in the final minutes, and the Roadrunners knocked down their free-throws to put the game away. Mannes and Armengual took consolation in being named to the Fraser Valley tournament first all-star team. The Grizzlies now prepare for provincials, opening March 7 in Kamloops versus Charles Hayes secondary school. It is the third straight trip to provincials for the Grizzlies, and GWG is looking for community support to off-set the estimated $7,000 cost. Contact GWG athletic director Jake Mouritzen

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GWG boys hit playoff speed-bump several GWG players were fighting off the flu. Still, the blue and white came out flying and led by as many as 12 points early. Mannes and Fran Armengual were lethal from the outside. GWG started big men Matt McConnell, Cody Hansen and Hank Derksen in an attempt to counter Mission’s size. But the Grizzlies saw their lead dwindle to five at the half, and GWG simply ran out of gas from there. The Grizzlies trailed heading into the fourth quarter. GWG knocked down several three point shots as time wound down, but Mission had

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Nov. 19, 1938 - Feb. 22, 2012 A l f r e d passed away peacefully on February 22, 2012. Alfie grew up in VancouBETTS ver and attended Kitsilano High School. It was there he discovered his passion for stage lighting. After studying lighting design in Toronto, he returned to Vancouver where he met up with his childhood friend, Lucille Jardine. She captured his heart and they were married on Oct. 23, 1959. Through his father-in-law, Alfie found work in the vending machine industry. The job became a career and he eventually became the sales manager for a large company. After leaving the corporate world, Alfie became an entrepreneur and was self-employed for many years. He was at heart an innovator and an inventor. He was innately curious and always wanted to know how things worked. Alfie loved “tinkering” and there was nothing he couldn’t create or build. He was the person you called if you needed something fixed and he always showed up, toolbox in hand. Alfie was also incredibly generous. He invested his time and his interest in the people around him. Actively involved in his church, he also sat on his apartment’s strata council. He was never more than a phone call away to anyone who needed his help. Alfie was an amazing husband, father, friend and mentor. He was predeceased by his

BRISSON Joseph Raymond July 6, 1925 - Feb. 15, 2012 It is with great sorrow that the Brisson family announce the death of our beloved father, BRISSON g r a n d f a t h e r, uncle, cousin, neighbour and friend, Ray Brisson. Ray was born in Edmonton July 6, 1925 to Alphonse and Armande Brisson. He grew up surrounded by a loving family, his mother and father, his grandmother, Zenaide, and his older sister, Simone. At 17 Ray joined the Navy and spent his war years in Northern Ireland servicing and maintaining planes for the Navy. After the war Ray married Elsie Perusini and they made their home in Edmonton. They had four children, Gregg, Marcel, Estelle and Rod. Ray worked for the Edmonton transit company for many years. He then branched out into his own delivery business for 15 years. Later, Ray became involved in sales. He was an enthusiastic member of Edmonton Toastmasters for a number of years. Ray met Margaret Biehn in Edmonton and they married October 1977. Ray and Margaret moved to Sardis in 1987 living first on Fern Street and then on Airport Rd. They became very involved with the Sardis Community Church and dedicated their later years to many causes such as Pacific Riding Doorway, M2W2, MCC. Ray was also an integral part of the JOY group meeting once a week. Ray is predeceased by his wife Margaret and son Marcel. He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Estelle; sons, Gregg and Rod; daughters-inlaw: Flora and Elaine; grandchildren: Michelle, Matthew, John, Danielle, Eric, Jocelyn and Taylor; great granddaughter, Olivia. He will be sadly missed by his sister Simone and brother-in-law, Harold Knutson; niece Diane and his sister-in-law, Elva Biehn; and many cousins and the friends he made in his lifetime. The family would like to express their heartful thanks to everyone for their support and condolences at this time. Also it is with gratitude that we thank the staff at Valley Haven for their devoted compassionate care of Ray especially in his last weeks. A celebration of life was held February 20, 2012 at the Sardis Community Church. In lieu of flowers donations to MCC would be appreciated.

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CROWE Mabel Mary (nee Savage – Hale) Aug. 8/1925 - Feb. 4/2012 On a crisp, bright February morning, the quiet spirit of Mary Crowe, in her 87th year, took flight to CROWE heaven. She will be welcomed by those who preceded her, especially husband Thomas Crowe (2004) and sons, David (2003) and Albert (2011) Savage. Mary was raised in Vancouver, BC with parents, William and Mabel Hale along with her siblings now deceased. Mary worked in the foods industry with The Salvation Army Grace Hospital and then The Shaughnessey Hospital. Mary retired after meeting her husband Tom. Mary was raised in the Christian faith and continued in her faith beliefs until her death. She was a member of The Salvation Army in Chilliwack, BC at the time of her demise. Recalling her memory are sons, Dennis (Maria) of Peachland, BC, Donald (Darlene) of Vancouver, BC; daughter, Val Thompson (Wayne) of Calgary, AB, daughter in law, Heather of Coquitlam, BC Numerous Grandchildren and great grandchildren and other relatives remember her. Her friend Major Sandra (Angus) Haggarty will miss her presence. During the past ten years they had lots of outings, visits to T.H. and many Sunday drives around Chilliwack. I see ‘the Dog’ Mary. Many thanks to Dr. Quentin Smith and staff at Crossroads Family Practice, doctors and nurses at Chilliwack General Hospital, 5 S & N and those attending her at the Bradley Centre; Ming, Kelly, Sharon and attending staff. Your care was impeccable. To all who cared for her at Crystal Ridge Manor, Home Care, Net Care staff and the downtown Safeway Pharmacy, thank you. A Celebration Service to be held at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 2:00 pm, conducted by Major Angus Haggarty. Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344

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FINDLAY William Robert Nov. 30, 1949 - Feb. 10 , 2012 Bob passed away peacefully in Chilliwack General Hospital with his wife Sharon by his side. FINDLAY He is survived by his loving wife Sharon and sons Jason and Justin (Charlene) grandchildren Paige and Jack and mother Dorothy (Dot). Bob was predeceased by his father Jack, and sister Barbara. A celebration of life will be held on March 3, 2012 at 2:30 pm at the Agassiz United Church. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the charity of your choice. Special thanks to Doctor L. MacIntosh. Bob enriched many lives and will be greatly missed by family and friends.

POLLARD Jack (John) Edward

Jack Pollard went to be with the Lord on February 20, 2012 at Cascade Hospice in Chilliwack POLLARD at the age of 88 years. Jack was born in Westlock, AB on May 24, 1923. He was the second oldest of 12 children. After high school he attended Vermillion Agricultural College for two years. In 1941, he joined the RCAF, trained as a pilot and went overseas. In 1945, he moved to Vancouver, BC where he met the love of his life, Edna and they were married on March 15, 1947. They were blessed with twins, David and Diane. Jack worked at Dairyland for 40 years delivering milk and ice cream in Vancouver. He was a faithful and dependable worker. He was a Cub Master, Royal Canadian Legion life member, treasurer of the Air Cadet League of Canada for eight years and also served in the Elks Lodge. He loved being with his five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Jack and Edna did a lot of travelling. They took a cruise to Alaska and flew to England three times, travelled to several countries in Europe, travelled with their truck and trailer across Canada and they also spent 17 winters travelling with their RV south to Arizona, Mexico, and California. Jack will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 64 years, Edna; and twins, son David and daughter Diane; grandchildren: Sarah (Ben), Zachary (Ange), Kerey (Bora), Christy (Nathan), and Kevin (Sharlene); great-grandchildren: Nathan, Casey, Jack, Mia, and Kaleb; sisters Gwen, Marion (Carl), Lois (George); brothers Len (Leona), Russ (Evelyn), George (Ruth) and Art (Lynn); and numerous nieces and nephews. He is sadly predeceased by his parents James and Barbara Pollard; brothers: Alf, Dick, Gilbert and Bill; and son-in-law, Lyle Smith. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30 pm on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack with Pastor Ken Smatlak officiating. A reception will follow the service at the Rainbow Estates clubhouse, 9055 Ashwell Rd, Chilliwack. The family is deeply grateful for the care of Dr. Legresley and the nurses at the Chilliwack Hospital and also the Cascade Hospice staff. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Jack’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.

very large extended family. He was dearly loved by all and will sadly be missed. George was an active member of the Time Out Program where many a great time was had. George came to Chilliwack in 1974, he worked in saw mills. He opened up Halls Shoe Repair on Mill Street and worked there until retirement. Special thanks to the staff on the 5th floor North at CGH and Dr. Szezpaniak. A celebration of life will be held March 3, 2012 at 11:00 am at the Lions Hall on Spadina Ave., Chilliwack.

SAWATZKY Maria (Mary)

M a r i a (Mary) Sawatzky, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother went home to SAWATZKY be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, with family by her side on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at the age of 78. Mary was born in Kleefeld, Manitoba. She met the love of her life, Bill Sawatzky, and married him at the young age of 17. Together they farmed in Manitoba for 14 years before moving to Chilliwack, BC in 1965. They lived in town for eight years before moving to a hobby farm in Greendale (Blueberry Hollow) where they stayed for 20 years before retiring to Sardis in 1993. Mary enjoyed her flower garden, sewing, baking, various crafts and spending time with family and friends. Mary was a gifted homemaker and seamstress. Her family and friends benefited greatly from her generosity and hospitality. She will be dearly missed. Mary is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, William (Bill) Sawatzky; her five children: Shirley (Brian), John (Carol), Janice (Elmer), Janette (Ernie) and Steve (Dedra); 12 grandchildren: Samantha (Brandon), Jennifer, Sarah, David, Shawn, Robin, Charlene (Wayne), Trenton (Jessica), Theresa (Matt), Paul, Samuel and Grace; two great-grandchildren: Lacey and Cody; stepgrandchildren: Paul (Jessica), Scott, Rod (Ruth), Gary (Lori), Stan (Wendy) and their children; extended family, Emile and Carolyn and their children, Ryan and Breanne; brother, Herman (Margaret); sister Tina (Henry); brother-in-law, Bernie and sisters-in-law Lena and

his two sisters, Kathleen Kleaman and Florence Milstead, and brother Donald Whorley. He is also pre-deceased by two of his children, son Rae at seven and one-half months; and daughter, Diane Beral at 33 years; and two great-grandsons: Craig McNeil and Dallas Hardy. Special note: Wade’s brother, Richard Whorley, of Lancaster, Calif., also passed away on February 3, 2012, just four hours after our father. Wade is survived by his loving wife, Alisen (Caughlin) of 76 years of marriage. Alisen resides in Agassiz, BC. Wade is also survived by four of their six children; daughter, Merna Root (Bob) of Blaine, WA; son Garet of Chilliwack, BC, son Keray (Jessie) of Cultus Lake, BC; and daughter Robbin Hnatiw (Dan) of Campbell River, BC. Wade is also survived by his brother Allan (Dolly) of Salt Spring Island, BC, and half-brother David White (Jackie) of Coquitlam, BC. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Surviving as well are eight grandchildren: Linda (Beral) McNeil of Agassiz, BC, Tammie (Beral) Hardy of Harrison Mills, BC, Tracie (Beral) Tymchyshyn of Regina, SK, Barbara (Nowak) Elsik, of Magnolia, TX, Monica (Nowak) Mattei of Round Rock, TX, Bradley Whorly, of Alberta, Shannon Whorly; Luvena (Bartsoff) Bredick of Salmon Arm, BC; plus four step-grandchildren: Robert Root Jr. of Paso Robles, CA, Jana Hnatiw of Campbell River, BC, Paul Hnatiw, of Ontario, and Darcy Powis, of Gibbons, Alberta. Wade is survived by 21 great-grandchildren; 11 greatgreat-grandchildren; and one great-great-great-grandchild. Wade and Alisen married in 1935 in Vancouver and in 1941 moved to Agassiz to try their hand at farming and remained here ever since, except for two years when they resided in Vernon, BC. Wade, together with his wife

SAWYER John

John was born June 13, 1916 and passed away, peacefully, at home, surrounded by family, February 5, 2012. He is survived by his wife, Muriel; son, Les; and daughter, Linda; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much!

WHORLY Wade Feb. 20, 1914 – Feb. 3, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Wade Whorly at the WHORLY age of 97 years, shortly before his 98th birthday. Wade was born in Vancouver, BC. He was the eldest of seven children. He was predeceased by his parents, Allan and Florence (Owens) Whorley,

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REYKDAL George William May 20, 1931 - Feb. 2, 2012 George passed away peacefully in Chilliwack General Hospital, February 2, 2012. He was born in Boldur, REYKDAL Manitoba, predeceased by his mother, father, sister and two brothers. He is survived by his loving wife Erma and brother, Chris (Sharon) (Bubbs) (Joyce) and a

Betty and many nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Maria Schapansky; brothers: Abe and Jake; sister, Margaret; and brothers/sisters-in-law: Mary (Peter), Margaret (Frank) and Aaron. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff and volunteers at Eden Care Centre for their loving kindness shown to Mary during her stay there. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at Greendale First Mennonite Church, 42369 South Sumas Rd, Chilliwack, BC. If so desired, in lieu of flowers a memorial donation may be made to Mennonite Central Committee (MCC BC), Box 2038, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.

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(nee Dickout) Oct. 23, 1919 - Feb. 16, 2012 Joy was born on October 23, 1919 in Chinook, Alberta. She grew up on a farm in Alsask, SasBATTY katchewan with an older brother and sister and two younger brothers. The family moved to an 18 acre farm in the Fraser Valley (Cheam) in 1934. She was predeceased by her husband, Ted Batty in 1996, her brother, Dr. Jack Dickout in 2005, her brother Quentin Dickout in 2006, and her brother Les Dickout in 2010. She is survived by her Sister, Shirley Bathgate, her eight nieces and nephews, and their children and grandchildren. During her life Joy was a much loved daughter, Sister, sister-inlaw, aunt, wife, teacher, colleague, mentor, and friend. Her teaching career in the Valley spanned five decades. She had a zest for life, a great sense of humour, and a ready smile and laugh. Her many interests included walking, biking, reading, classical music, board games, carpet bowling, quilting, knitting, crocheting, and community volunteer work. She will be missed. There will be a Memorial Service for Joy officiated by Rev. Dianne Astle at Carman United Church, 7258 Vedder Road, Sardis, BC on Saturday, March 3 at 2:30pm. Henderson’s Funeral Home has assisted the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, if friends and family wish, a donation can be made in Joy’s name to Carman United Church or to The CanadianRed Cross.

loving wife Lucille and his sister Joyce Hauptfleisch. He will be greatly missed by his children Deborah Wilson (Robert), Brenda Radstaak (Steve), Lee-Anne Betts and Don Betts (Shelley); and grandchildren Joshua and Molly Wilson, James and Izabella BettsMcAuley and Thomas Betts. Alfie is survived by his brother Nelson Betts. A memorial service celebrating Alfie’s life was held at Chilliwack Alliance Church on Feb. 28, 2012. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Chilliwack General Hospital.

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and children made a success of dairy farming and growing green market table corn. In 1967 the Whorly corn was shipped to Expo ’67 in Montreal! In the 1961 Agassiz fall fair and corn festival, Wade was crowned Corn King. Wade also drove school bus for 26 years for the District of Kent in Agassiz. He was well remembered and recognized all thru the years by many of the school children who rode his bus as well as their children. Wade had many interests besides farming which included being a “jack of all trades� discussing politics, world events, studying free space, and especially his 43 years of studying the Bible and how Bible prophecies related to present-day world events and what they revealed about the future. He had an incredible mind that was still contemplating all his favourite interests up until shortly before his death. He was anticipating the birth of his coming great-grandson Nash, who was due February 21 (one day after Wade’s 98th birthday). Nash was born Feb. 18, 2012. Wade loved his family very much and appreciated all they did to help him these past years while his physical health de-

clined. Wade also appreciated very much the close relationships he and Alisen developed with the treasured friends and neighbours who made up the wonderful community of Agassiz that he cared for so much these past 70 years. The Whorly family would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for all the caring efforts from both Logan Manor and Glenwood Care Centre this past year. Also, we would like to thank Brad at Henderson’s Funeral Home in Chilliwack, and all their attentive staff for their caring attention they gave us all in connection with the lovely service which was held on February 9, 2012 in their Chapel. Wade was laid to rest at Valleyview Cemetery, Agassiz. We wish to thank all for the kind words of support during this most difďŹ cult time. Your concern and affection has been much appreciated by all the Whorly Family. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344

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WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story.Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca. www.mertontv.ca. HERBAL MAGIC - With Herbal Magic lose up to 20 pounds in just 8 weeks and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Start today call 1-800-854-5176.

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AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161. MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING MONTY’S

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Auto Financing FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-7920599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery.

LEGAL SERVICES

2011 Personal Income Tax Preparations • • •

Reasonable rates Seniors discount We pick up and deliver in the Chilliwack area (604)792-0177 montysincometax@hotmail.com

Paisley Tax Service (since 1988)

All aspects of Personal Tax Mobile Tax Service for shut-ins

Small ad = Small fee! and no hst. Contact John Zillwood Chilliwack - 604-792-7635

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CLEANING SERVICES

A-1 home and condo cleaning. Reliable, thorough, trustworthy and courteous. Satisfaction guaranteed. Karen, (604)791-1941

Lemon Fresh Home Services, Cooking and cleaning, family owned and operated, 604-378-2991

Lena Rose Cleaning, weekly/bi weekly, 20 yr experience, excellent references. Lena, 604-702-9579

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in March, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.

ANY LAPTOP / PC REPAIR, $25 Plus parts if required. Call (604)391-1138

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COMPUTER SERVICES

HELP WANTED

RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE Looking to fulfill your creative needs?

Classic on Alexander is currently adding to their creative team by hiring a flexible part time retail associate. Applicant must have experience in retail sales and be comfortable in all aspects of social media. A love of paper crafting, scrapbooking and/or card making is a must. Bring in samples of your original work to:

CLASSIC

45933 Alexander Ave., Chilliwack

ON ALEXANDER Scrapbooking & so much more (All work will be returned.)

www.morescrapbooking.com

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PARK UTILITY LEVEL I WORKER Cultus Lake Park is seeking a motivated and dependable individual to ďŹ ll the position of Park Utility Level I Worker. The successful candidate will perform tasks required to maintain, operate and repair the grounds, buildings, utilities, equipment and vehicles provided by Cultus Lake Park; and will assist with tasks related to the Cultus Lake Park water distribution and sewer collection systems. This is a special assignment position as per the CUPE collective agreement, and reports to the Public Works Supervisor. Required abilities include: general mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate a variety of equipment, both stationery and mobile; to lift and carry heavy objects; to exhibit courtesy, tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public; to work in wet, humid and dirty conditions while subjected to odours, fumes, and gases underground in manholes and pump stations; and to recognize and rectify and/or report on actual or potential safety hazards. Possession of a valid Class 5 drivers license is mandatory. Air brake endorsement is desirable. Subject to criminal record check and driver abstract review. Rate of pay is $22.65 per hour as per the CUPE collective agreement. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references outlining their skills, abilities and experience to the Manager of Community Services before 4:00 pm Wednesday, February 29, 2012 to: Special Assignment Park Utility Level I Worker 4165 Columbia Valley Highway Cultus Lake, BC V2R 5B5 PH: 604-847-2047 FAX: 604-858-8091 david.stelmack@cultuslake.bc.ca For more information please visit www.cultuslake.bc.ca We thank all applicants for their interest but only those short-listed for interviews will be acknowledged.

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PETS

CONCRETE & PLACING

477

PETS

LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187

BENGAL CAT beautiful 3.5 y/o M, neutered, fully vaccinated, indoor, very friendly, must find good home no cats no kids $250 604-820-1603

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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

COUNTERTOPS

Cheam Countertops. Solid and laminate surfaces. Free estimates. call Frank, (604)795-3163

257

DRYWALL

Boarding, taping, spraying, drywall repairs. No job too small. Call Les, (604)703-4549/866-4594

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627 CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

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CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 Chihuahua pups, tiny, 2 males, 1 long & 1 short, vet check, deworm, 1st shots, $650. (604)799-1919 GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827. NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com PITBULLS ~ PUREBRED. Ready for sale. $500. Vet ✔, 6 weeks old. Call 604-217-2983 PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, black, ready. $700. Both parents approx. 120 to 150 lbs. Call 778-552-1525. TIBETAN MASTIFF puppies. P.B. 8 wks old. Ready to go. Good health. 604-302-5914 or 604-440-3650

HANDYPERSONS

ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Additions, improvements & renovations. Insured, licensed, work guaranteed. BuildPRO, 604.868.6224 HOME $ENSE - Reno’s / Repairs Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks etc. Call for an estimate. 604799-3743. Homesense@shaw.ca

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LANDSCAPING

LAWN Sharks offers a variety of lawn maintenance options Please contact Ron 604 798-3565

SAWDUST Hemlock, Fir & Cedar Available for Delivery Call for pricing 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com Tree Digger for hire. 25 yrs B&B experience, top quality. Call Bill Miller. (604)703-4323/604-858-0905 TREES FOR SALE: Japanese Maple Bloodgood, Birds Nest Spruce, Thuja Bowling Ball, Thuja Copper Kettle. More varieties available. Good prices. Call Bill Miller for info. (604)703-4323 / 604-858-0905

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MOVING & STORAGE

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Mini Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting at $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring, Carpet Cleaning & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com

APPLIANCES

KENMORE KITCHEN RANGE and hood fan. Excellent condition. $280. 604-859-2558.

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On Site Truck Equipment & Tool Auction rd

Date: March 3 , 2012 Time: 12:00 Noon Auction Viewing Dates: March 2nd 1:00p.m.-6:00p.m. March 3rd 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Address: 14730 66th Ave. Surrey, BC (AROUND BACK) PARTIAL LIST ONLY Auction Details: As NEW Mac Tool Macsimizer Tool Series Chest (25k AS NEW) HUGE Snap-On Tools Tool Chest, John DEERE Skid Steer bobcat #317, Natural Gas Gensets, 3 large semi truck engines, Pipe Bender w/shoes 1.5”-2.5” , Honda Diesel Genset EX13D, Heavy Duty Truck Parts, 2 4500 w diesel gensets, 6 as new tool boxes full of tools, Gasket and Hollow Punch, Flaring Tools, Oil Filter Wrench Sets, Torpedo Heaters, Workshop Presses, Miller Welder, Ingersoll Rand Impact Guns, 2004 F-350 Crew Cab, rebuilt engine, with new chip, Hyster 50 Forklift, Hyster 2500, 4000 Clark Electric forklift, Toyota 2500lb Electric, Mac Tool Air Conditioner recharging unit, Landa 3500 psi pressure washer, pallet jacks, HYSTER 3000 Forklift, Pipe bender w/shoes 1.5?-2.5?, As New 2 5hp 3ph full size compressors, 3 large air dryers- 1 gates pc707 hose machine with dies 1ph - 2 , 1=2 miller 300 acdc 1ph wire feed machine with gantry feeder. - 1 miller 625 plasma assorted jacks - grinders floor jacks, hero airless paint sprayers with new lines and guns.- Snap on Mac torque wrenchs. - 1 10hp honda pressure washer. - asst Snap-On Mac wrenches sets. - 1 blue star miller 13 hp mobile welder. - 1 ph 100 amp high frequency welder. 1- professional grade pipe. - misc torches - safety equipment.). 1 peca 9 camera surveillance system with cameras. - 2 h beam trolleys. - misc parts bins. - various hand port-apowers, jack stands, jacks ETC.

SO MUCH MUCH too mention!!! (Subject to additions & deletions. Terms: VISA, M/C, AMEX, CASH 15% buyers premium) Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069

604-294-2331 www.directliquidation.ca

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518

BUILDING SUPPLIES

REAL ESTATE 626

HOUSES FOR SALE

523

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

706

LANAI Apartments

Old metal farm wheels, $30 & up, cr cans $50, new toilet $20, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Attractive old Can garden benches, 4’ fountain, $50 choice, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Burning barrel $30, water barrels (food grade) 15x45gal, $15&$30 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------2 man steel post pounder $60, new bricks .50 each 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------New toilet c/w tank $20, dble stnless sink $40, logging hack $35, 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Great cow skull with horns, $100, also velvet moose horns 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Vice /avail. combo on stand, also bench grinder $100 total 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Tempered glass 34”x76” @ $30ea, for greenhouses, deck, etc 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Small black in ground pond pump, $100, may seperate 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Used roofing tin 12’x20’ for $100 also lengths 16’ plus 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Pet carriers S/M/L $10 - $40, nice dog house $50 call 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------4”x4”x6’-7’ treated or 4’-10’ or treated pointed posts $3 or less 793-7714

RENTALS 706

(1)-604-728-7860

Heat/hot water * On-site Mgr. Adult Oriented * Elevator Large Storage Area * No pets Wheelchair access * Onsite laundry * Digital cable * Security cameras * Parking

Chilliwack, Victoria Ave., lg 1 bdrm $650/m incl. heat cable, avail mar 1, newly reno’d, n/s, small pet ok . (604)823-6867

Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!

Clean & Spacious

1 bedrooms, - $650/m.

45645 Lark Rd.

Call Verna, 604-703-1089

(off Vedder Rd, South.) 1&2 bdrm, $660 & $750/m 3 appl., avail. now.

Broadway Maples Apts

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9473 Broadway St. 604-819-6229

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1 bedrooms suites, upmarket quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hook-ups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p. Suits available now.

Close to amenities, Free laundry & heat & hot water, bus route No pets or BBQ’s, Adult/family & seniors oriented On-site manager

(604)858-9832

Apartments 7451 Shaw Ave. 1 bdrm, $670/m 2 appl., n/p, n/s, elec bbq, storage available, bus route, walk to amenities, crime-free building. On-site manager. We cater to seniors. Avail now.

CALL 604-858-2513

Spacious & Bright Suites Multi-housing crime-free building.

Heather Ridge 45530 McIntosh Dr Ph: Pearl, 604-793-7099 (in house manager)

Royal Oak Ph: Kelly Young 45562 McIntosh Dr. 604-793-9993

Cheam View Apts Clean, quiet building

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UNDER $200

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GE fridge, stove, dryer, & GE Performa washer, white, $150/ea. Call (604)824-8942

Table with 6 chairs, maple, china cabinet, 2 leaves, $135, Call (604)824-0332

(in house manager)

Insuite storage Laundry on every floor Heat & hot water incl Secure underground prkg

1 & 2 bdrm apartments

1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $575/m

OAK WALL unit/bookcase, 6’h x5’w, Oak hutch, 6.5’h x4’w, $200 ea. Call (604)847-0780

Ref’s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message

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HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 778.707.9647

Luxury Suites

Industrial/Commercial

New SRI Manufactured Homes. Single Double Modulars on display. Repossessions 1974-2004. Chuck 604-830-1960.

UNDER $300

KENMORE KITCHEN RANGE and hood fan. Excellent condition. $280. 604-859-2558.

New SRI single and double wides in Chilliwack parks. Family / Adult. Pet OK. Chuck 604-830-1960

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548

FURNITURE

560

MISC. FOR SALE

BAR, 6’ high, will hold 100 bottles, many glasses, paid $10,000 sell $3000. (604)799-7717 Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991 SAWMILLS from only $3997 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

sardis holdings.

PEARL DRUM SET, $1000, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329

$725 - 2 BR/1BTH 2nd flr w/ blcny, incl w/d, ht/hw, sst appliance, No pets Ask for unit #9 McIntosh Dr 604-793-5055

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

CHILLIWACK, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms, family building in good area. Close to shopping, transportation and schools. Parking, laundry hook/up included. available now or Aug 1. Rob 604-316-5404. No Sun. calls or after 7pm. Chilliwack: 1 bedroom, $580/m; Avail. Mar 1. incl. heat & hot water. Call (604)703-9076

1/2 Month Free Rent!! Newly updated lg 1 bdrm, 2 bdrm, 2 bath condos in secure and well maintained building. Secure parking, elevator with wheel chair access. Walk across the street for shopping, next to library, park. Includes 3 appliances, window coverings, insuite storage, laundry on every floor. Onsite manager. Available now. 604-792-1506 for details

HOMES FOR RENT

Chilliwack. Avail Mar 1, 2 level house, Atchelitz Rd, 4+ bdrm, 2 bath, incl w/d, f/s, no util incl, n/p, refs & dd req’d. (604)835-6076

604-792-1503 for details

45810 First Ave., West

E Chilliwack. 3 bdrm, good neighbourhood, some renovations, $975/m. Avail mar 1. 604-302-7090

CHILLIWACK, 45744 Princess Ave, 3 bdrm + bsmt home, 4 appl., close to amen, fenced, small pet ok, avail now. Call (604)824-0264

2 bedroom

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

ABBOTSFORD ~ Old timer renter house, 2 bdrm. up, kitchen, 2 bdrm. unauthorized suite down. Needs TLC. As is $262,000. 604-832-8087

DRIFTWOOD APTS. 9474 Cook St

LAKESIDE COURT

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CHILLIWACK - 1st Ave/Windsor. 2 Bdrm duplex, newly renovated. w/d, huge yard, carport, storage rm, ns/np, $850/mo. Avail. March 1st. 604-928-2663 (Pt Coq).

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CHILLIWACK

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34583 2nd Ave. House 1950’s, 900 Sq. ft, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 2 story home. Near shopping, park and entertainment. Pets allowed. Huntington area. Avail. Immed. $950/mo. Call 604-309-3423.

fridge, stove, window coverings, hot water heat incl., Adult oriented. wheelchair access, elevator, laundry on every floor.

MISC. WANTED

REAL ESTATE

Insuite laundry, microwave & dishwasher, electric f/p, hardwood floors, elevator, garbage disposal & storage. avail now 1 (604)240-4003

1/2 Month Free Rent!

$650 55+ condo Nowell 2bdrm elev lndry ugpk bal stor new app NSNP avail now Barry 792-5770

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Corner unit

No Rental Increase Guaranteed!

Chilliwack, 46053 Chilliwack Central Rd. 2bdrm, 25+, 2 bath, sec. prking, 3 appl., patio, n/p avail now $800/m. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

Chilliwack. Huge 2 Bd condo in-ste laund, D/W, great loc. strge rm. $750/m. One month FREE. Call for details. (604)393-3519

45920 B Rowat Ave. Good central location Young & Chwk Central. 2145 or 3045 Sq ft + 480 sq ft mezzanine, l.rg over head door, washroom, natural gas radiant heat, good road frontage, $3000/mo incl util. 20’ ceilings. 6000sf rear entrance of building, 2-12x14 overhead doors, mezzanine, office & washroom, 20’ ceilings, sec compound, $5000/m incl util. Call Bernie at Homelife Glenayre Realty, 8387 Young Rd, Chilliwack, BC, (604)819-0456

Newer 2 bdrm

CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $525 + util., Fridge & stove. Avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077

STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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New Apt Building

Chilliwack: 2 bedroom, $680/m; Avail. Mar 1. incl. laundry hook-up. Call (604)703-9076

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

Adult oriented, 5 appl’s Secure underground pkng Across from hospital, close to all amenities. CRIME-FREE CERTIFIED

No Sunday calls.

Chilliwack 2 bd @ The Parkside top flr, adult/senior, 3appl, w/d h/up $775, across city hall 604-701-8910

Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box • 720 Coil 2.5’’ Pillowtop • Brand New • 10 yr. warranty • Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

1 & 2 Bdrms & den

8977/9003 Edward St Diana, 604-792-4191

CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm, 850sf, W/D, mature & family-oriented, $750/m. Avail now. 604-792-0749

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

Scooter, Rascal 600F with enclosed canopy, blue, new batteries. $3700. Call (604)793-0762

Chilliwack, 2bd, country setting, 4 appl. incl w/d, crim check, $800+hydro. 604-793-9000/604-799-2818

MATTRESSES staring at $99

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MORTGAGES

mattress, Serta, pillow top, queen, boxspring, like new. Paid $900 sell $300. Call (604)858-2733

Up 1040sf. Includes hot water & heat, elevator, walking distance to hospital, near college & bus route, in-suite laundry hook-ups for W/D & coin laundry, full-sz stove and fridge. No pets, seniors welcome! References req’d.

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

525

APARTMENT/CONDO

Shaw Ave

CHILLIWACK

(certified crime-free multi-housing complex)

4 dining chairs, solid wood, upholstered, $95; 2 brass/glass round end tables, $30ea. 846-8993

APARTMENT/CONDO

Newer 2 bdrm, 2 bath approx. 900s.f. nr. hospital & university. Top floor, great views, patio, lrg. kitchen w/ dark wood cabinets, 6 new S.S. appli’s, hardwood flrs. walk-in closet, insuite laundry, gated prkg, 9’ ceilings, sec. sys., N/S, N/P avail. immed. $875/mo.

9462 Cook St.

UNDER $100

Collecting Old Coins: Can + USA $1, 50c, 25c, 10c, Olympic, Gold Call Travis 604-796-0320

BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378

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STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on selloff models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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RENTALS

Promontory, 3 yr old, awesome view of valley, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, fenced, level driveway. $1350/m. avail Mar 15. Harv, 604-793-5708 Promontory, 5 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, dbl gar, fenced, hrdwd flr, view, avail apr 1, $1600 (604)518-3417

Sardis, newer 3 bdrm + den, 2.5 baths, f/p, air, 5 appl, dbl garage, small fenced yard, $1375. Avail. Mar 1. (604)393-3590

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

Chilliwack. Working person to share 4 bd furn heritage home, fenced yard, close to amen./bus, avail now, Must see. $500/m. (604)2941678

ROSEDALE, share home. private bath. Suit working person. ref. n/s, non-drinkers. $450/m incl. util., Avail now. Call 604-794-3930

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EAST CHILLIWACK Storage/Work Shop. hydro incl, secure. Call 604819-7231. Mon-Sat.


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HOMES FOR RENT

1998 DODGE NEON, 2 dr, 161K, runs well, good rubber, $800 obo. Call: (604)826-4918 (Mission area)

2003 Pontiac Sunfire, 2dr, auto, 170,km, good cond. 1 owner. $3499. Call (604)792-0246 2006 BUICK Allure CX. 94K kms. No accd’s, local, garage kept. Exc. cond. $9,300. Abbts 604-855-1335 2007 CHEVROLET Aveo. 1.6 4 cyl. Auto, 100,000kms. Runs well. Good int/ext. $6,200. obo. 604-858-4430 NEED A VEHICLE? EASY FINANCE!! Low Payments! $99 Delivers 24 Hour Approval. We Deliver! 3,000 Vehicles to choose. Call Now! Marty 1-888-414-8042. Big Discounts! www.eagleridgegmc.com.

CHILLIWACK. 2 Townhouses avail. $1100/mo. & $1150/mo. Both 3/bdrms. Avail March 1. Nice location, NS/NP, Call 604-888-3395.

Chilliwack. 3 bd, 2 level. 5 appl., cls to hospital, covered carport, cat ok. $950/m. Avail now. (604)824-0264

HOMES FOR RENT

AUTO FINANCING

TOWNHOUSES

VEDDER - Ground entry one bedroom lower suite. F, S, W, D, and F/P. Shared garage and parking. Available mar 1. $700/mo., DD $350 required, includes hydro and gas. Refs required and may ask for a credit check. Call 604-997-9500

The Scrapper

1997 20 ft. Slumber Queen Class C Motorhome. Chev chassis, fully equipt. Many Extras. $15000. Call 604-796-0230

2006 YAMAHA APEX 1000, 4stroke, MLX Mtn. 163� x 2Ÿ� track, reverse, comes with service manual. 1024 mi. Cheapest Apex/4stroke in Canada! $5900 firm. Chilliwack (604)799-8533

1997 ALPENLITE. 26’ 5th wheel. Like new. $11,900. obo. Call 604853-6639

2005 TRAIL-BAY 31BH

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $7700 firm. Call 604-538-4883 2005 Jeep Liberty, 3.7 auto, 4x4, loaded, tow pckg, clean, gd cond, 141k, $8700 obo. (604)795-5534

New & Used Vehicles

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0� Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1990 VOLVO 740 SW. Needs TLC. Aircared. $800. obo. Call (604)9961082

www.PreApproval.cc

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HOMES FOR RENT

2001 NISSAN ALTIMA,103,000 km. No accidents. Local. auto. New brakes & tires.$4400. 778-241-6086

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2011 EVER-LITE 35RL-DS

2011 HONDA CRV 4 wd, Auto, silver. Loaded. Local car. $22,500: 9000kms. (778) 895-7570 2011 NISSAN VERSA - 5 dr hatchback, auto, 20K. Loaded. Asking $9800/obo. 778-895-7570

604.858.RENT (7368)

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NOTICE is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act, the Fraser Valley Regional District will conduct a Public Hearing with respect to Fraser Valley Regional District Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1092, 2011 [hereinafter referred to as Bylaw 1092] and Fraser Valley Regional District OfďŹ cial Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1136, 2011 [hereinafter referred to as Bylaw 1136].

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MOTORCYCLES

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AUTO SERVICES

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