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Waterways next to farmland guarded by setbacks and restrictions Jeff NAGEL, Jessica PETERS and Neil CORBETT Black Press

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An Abbotsford blueber ry producer joined a group of Valley farmers who publicly demonstrated against the power of Fisheries and Oceans in Vancouver on Tuesday morning.

T he protest was organized by the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation (CTF), and approximately 50 farmers and supporters, along with two calves for emphasis, spo spoke outside O E D I V LINE the regional ON ws.com office of the abbyne DF DFO against wha what the CTF calls “unfair and unaccountable application of the Fisheries Act.” The protesters said fisheries officers are unreasonably barring them from clearing or dredging ditches because they’ve been deemed fish habitat.

Uncleared ditches can flood farmland, raise the water table and degrade the ability to grow crops or graze cattle, farmers said.

Devinder Brar, who has grown blueberries on Matsqui Prairie for Continued on A3

A4 Police participate in campaign focusing on awareness of domestic violence and its victims

SCHOOL BREAK QUESTIONS A5 Bill 22 throws a curve into districts’ authority to alter spring holidays

MAHOGANY HEARING A7 Tower project focus of debate over commerical space addition

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On Tuesday, a group of farmers including several from Abbotsford, protested Department of Fisheries and Oceans regulations that impact agriculture. They brought placards and a pair of calves to Vancouver to emphasize their points.

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Abbotsford blueberry farmer Devinder Brar speaks at a protest against the Department of Fisheries and Oceans in Vancouver on Tuesday.

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26 years, explained how the DFO impacts his livelihood, due to the fact he has a stream running through his 30-acre farm.

He must observe Fisheries Act regulations for setbacks, and says that takes four to five acres of his land out of production.

He estimates that land could grow $50,000 to $70,000 worth of blueberries every year.

“We pay hundreds of thousands per acre when we buy farms, but they (DFO) want that for free. How can they do that?” asks Brar.

“You cannot expropriate land without compensation.”

He said the land the DFO “expropriates” on his farm is worth approximately $500,000.

Brar said farmers are not against protecting fish habitat, but see the DFO as heavy handed.

He said it has become an

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irritant for a growing number of Valley producers.

“They (DFO) have too much power,” said Brar. “There’s no common sense.”

At the protest, Agassiz and area farmers told stories of digging ditches to drain agriculturally abundant Fraser Valley land, only to be told by the DFO that they can no longer farm within 30 metres of those ditches because they are now “fish habitat.”

“The DFO is taking this land from these farmers w i t h o u t a ny c o n c e r n about their livelihoods or understanding about agriculture,” said Jordan Bateman, CTF B.C. director.

“Why are we spending thousands or millions of dollars to employ Fisheries and Oceans bureaucrats to persecute in-land farmers?”

“Farms and fish have coexisted in this country for generations without unnecessary DFO involvement,”

added Bateman.

“These taxpayers deserve the right to farm their land – but every time a DFO bureaucrat shows up, it means more unnecessary red tape, more on-the-fly rule-making and more frustration for farmers.”

He said the Fisheries Act needs to be changed to reflect how vital irrigation and drainage are to farms, and he announced the launch of a national petition calling on the federal government to substantially reform the Fisheries Act. Wilder ness Committee policy director Gwen Barlee said far mers may have some legitimate concerns over fishery issues, “but we don’t want to be rolling back environmental standards.

“If we can’t protect fish habitat, there’s no way to protect fish,” she said.

Ecojustice staff scientist Susan Pinkus said recovery strategies launched by the

B.C.’s labour minister is defending changes to the workplace regulation that required employers to provide a secure barrier for nightshift employees who work alone.

Changes took effect Sunday that allow another option for operators of gas stations, convenience stores and other 24-hour businesses.

Rather than have an expensive security barrier or more than one employee present, the regulation allows employers to put in video

federal fisheries department to protect two endangered species found in small Valley streams – the Salish sucker and the Nooksack dace – may have angered farmers, because the department mishandled communications with those affected.

She said only one per cent of the critical habitat of the Salish sucker is in ditches, although some streams also run through farms, triggering large setbacks.

Brar said the protest did appear to garner significant media attention, and he hopes it will make a difference.

The petition can be found at www.taxpayer.com and will be presented to the Minister of Fisheries later this year.

Several calls were placed

by Black Press for DFO comment, however, the agency said it could not respond by press deadline Tuesday.

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The original regulation is known as Grant’s Law, after Maple Ridge gas station employee Grant De Patie, who was run over and killed in 2005 when he tried to stop a driver from leaving without paying for gasoline.

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The APD’s domestic He encourages citiviolence unit has placed Purple lights and female silhouettes have been placed zens and businesses to the lights in support of in police buildings to observe a campaign against support the efforts of the Purple Light Nights domestic violence. the Abbotsford/Mission campaign during the Violence against Women Prevention of Violence Against Women Week in Relationships (VAWIR) committee.

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Spring break decision delayed Vikki HOPES

He said BCPSEA is already dealing with two local teacher union grievances – in Greater A vote on the proposed 2013 two-week spring Victoria and Nanaimo – on the details of calenbreak in Abbotsford has been delayed due to dar changes.

Those grievances relate to pay and benefit changes in the B.C. School Act. The board of education was set to vote on agreements based on each teaching day. Going the two-week holiday at its public meeting on to a two-week spring break would result in Monday night. But district superintendent Kevin fewer teaching days, with each remaining day Godden said it’s not yet clear how the school extended by a few minutes.

Jeff Dunton, president of the Abbotsford calendar issue and the process that has been District Teachers’ Association, said in the past followed to date will be affected.

Under the School Act, districts have been teachers have been consulted on the issue but, ultimately, their views could have been required to consult the public whenever overstepped. they want to approve a spring break that He said the changes in the legislation differs from the one-week standard estabnow require districts to negotiate any lished by the Ministry of Education. calendar decisions with teachers. He Trustees were permitted to “void” a said he will arrange a meeting with disprovision of teachers’ collective agreetrict staff, likely sometime this week, to ments that laid out working conditions, discuss any concerns. such as weekly instructional hours and Among them is compensation for the length of the school day, which are the district’s 150 on-call teachers, who based on a one-week break.

GODDEN Dunton said are left with five fewer days Districts that have approved a two-week of potential work due to the extra week vacation have relied on that portion of the School Act to go outside of the collective of vacation.

Otherwise, he does not anticipate much conagreement and add extra minutes on to each school day to compensate for the additional days flict on the issue.

“Generally, teachers are in favour of a twooff. week break – that it does allow some time to However, Bill 22 – legislation recently introduced to impose a six-month cooling-off period recoup,” he said.

Abbotsford has had a two-week spring break in the ongoing dispute between teachers and for several years, and trustees faced huge public their employer – has repealed that section.

Hugh Finlayson, CEO of the B.C. Public School backlash in 2006 and 2010 when they tried to Employers’ Association (BCPSEA), said this return to a one-week holiday. Next year’s spring means the School Act no longer automatically break was proposed to run the weeks of March overrides teachers’ contract provisions when 18 and 22.

The board of education must make a final the school calendar is changed from the ministry decision by May 26. standard.

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The undercover operation in Abbotsford An Abbotsford man allegedly connected to the UN Gang has been given a six-month con- resulted in Nick being charged with conspiracy to traffic in a controlled substance and possesditional sentence (house arrest) on a drug sion for the purpose of trafficking, along with charge. alleged UN Gang leader Doug Vanalstine and Russell Wester, 21, previously pleaded guilty associate Daryl Johnson. to one count of possession for the purpose of Their case is currently making its way trafficking, and was sentenced Monday in B.C. through the court system, and they are schedSupreme Court in Chilliwack. uled for trial this June at B.C. Supreme Two other counts of possession for the Court in Vancouver. purpose of trafficking and two counts Also arrested and charged in the of possessing a prohibited weapon were CFSEU operation were alleged Red stayed.

Scorpion Jarrod Bacon and Wayne Scott, Wester is the youngest of three the maternal grandfather of Bacon’s Abbotsford brothers police said have son. ties to the UN Gang. He was arrested Bacon was found guilty in the case, and on Dec. 30, 2009 following a raid at an his sentencing hearing in Vancouver is apartment in the 2300 block of Westerly scheduled for next Friday, April 27. Scott WESTER Street. was also convicted, but has challenged Officers seized 3.5 pounds of marithe ruling by claiming police entrapjuana, 12 rocks of crack cocaine, a bag of ment. A decision on that matter is slated for magic mushrooms, $3,000 cash, a pair of brass April 25. knuckles and a tiger claw blade (a martial arts Another Wester brother, Dustin, 24, was weapon). killed in a targeted shooting in July 2008. His The raid came one month after Wester’s broth- body was found at an Abbotsford gas station on er, Nick, 32, was among five alleged members of Townshipline Road after he was involved in a the UN Gang and the Red Scorpions arrested violent marijuana grow rip.

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All have a stake in this

Kinder Morgan announced on Thursday that it plans to more than double the capacity of the Trans Mountain oil pipeline, which runs from Edmonton to Burnaby. It runs through Abbotsford.

The pipeline will carry an additional 550,000 barrels per day of crude oil and refined oil products, for a total of 850,000 barrels per day. Some will be shipped to Asian customers through an existing marine terminal on Burrard Inlet.

The company has been studying the economic feasibility of expanding its system for some time, and the heightened interest in shipping Alberta crude, some of it from the oil sands, to Asian customers has been obvious.

While there will be enormous pressure from environmentalists to stop this pipeline, the case needs to be fully studied on all fronts — economic, environmental, legal and ethical.

While many groups love to decry fossil fuels, the fact remains that most

parts of the world are dependent on them to keep their economies functioning.

The Trans Mountain pipeline is, in many ways, a better alternative than the Northern Gateway pipeline which has attracted so much attention. It is an existing pipeline and land issues have been sorted out. The operators over the years have had a good, albeit nor perfect, track record. There was a major spill in 1971, due to clear-cut logging above the pipeline near Merritt, and another in Burnaby in 2007, due to a rupture of the pipeline by a contractor. Those appear to be the most damaging incidents in the pipeline’s almost 60-year existence.

Kinder Morgan needs federal approval to build the pipeline extension. In the meantime, it needs to do extensive consultation in communities along the pipeline route — including Abbotsford. We all have a stake in a project of this magnitude.

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B.C. Views David Suzuki has resigned as a director of his namesake foundation so it won’t be the target of federal government “attacks.”

This news is conveyed to me in a Globe and Mail report that is typically tilted in deference to “Canada’s most famous environmentalist.”

The usual assumptions are woven in: Suzuki is a saint. His every utterance is treated as scientific fact, even when it’s a left-wing political rant. The Conservative government is a front for Big Oil that has “attacked” environmental groups by reminding them that political activities are not eligible for charitable tax exemptions.

In recent years, the David Suzuki Foundation’s campaign focus has been noticeably in step with the large U.S. foundations that fund most of B.C.’s enviro-scare industry: first salmon farming and now the Alberta “tar

sands” in all its exaggerated horror.

Suzuki’s personal activities aren’t easily distinguished from those of his foundation, as was illustrated with his recent CBC documentary that demonized the tar sands.

Diseased fish were displayed, but natural contamination of the Athabasca River was glossed over. Aboriginal objections were highlighted, while local support and economic benefits were overlooked.

This isn’t science or charity. It’s tabloid journalism. Sensationalize, ignore facts that weaken the drama, play to people’s emotions. And he expects to be subsidized by the CBC and charitable tax exemptions as well?

This news comes as I finish reading Patrick Moore’s book, Confessions of a Greenpeace Dropout. I was one of many young fans who cheered as Moore, Bob Hunter and the other 1970s Greenpeace pioneers set out from Vancouver to disrupt Soviet nuclear testing, and then turned to the regime’s slaughter of whales.

In 1986, Moore split with Greenpeace and worked to set up a family chinook salmon farm. He said Greenpeace opposed aquaculture because it destroys tropical mangrove swamps.

Tropical prawn farms have no rational connection with B.C., but a global organization needs simple ideas that sell.

This approach was seen in an earlier 1980s campaign against chlorine in pulp mills. Greenpeace protests against dioxins and the herbicide 2,4,5-T were eventually dumbed down to opposing the use of chlorine in all industries, including production of PVC plastic.

Suzuki is a saint.

His every utterance is treated as scientific fact, even when it’s a left-wing political rant.

Pulp mills developed a way to eliminate trace dioxins from their production, but that didn’t matter once Greenpeace had a global campaign going.

They still used chlorine, so they’re bad.

Speaking of chlorine, PCBs are polychlorinated biphenyls, a persistent background toxin. Tests found levels three to five times higher in some wild salmon compared to farmed. But the

wild salmon results were ignored in a 2004 study, used by Suzuki to depict farmed salmon as poisonous. His foundation’s salmon farm campaign quietly disappeared down the memory hole after its PCB claims were debunked.

Moore highlighted another bit of greenwashing in a visit to Victoria last year. The vaunted “LEED” certification for green building standards gives you points if your concrete is locally sourced, but no points for using wood instead. That’s because the long campaign by major environmental groups has devolved to “logging is bad.”

Here’s the latest example. Greenpeace, ForestEthics and the Sierra Club were bankrolled by U.S. foundations to negotiate with the B.C. government, aboriginal people and forest companies for the 2006 “Great Bear Rainforest” agreement on the B.C. coast. Economic opportunity was delicately balanced against preservation, and First Nations gained new control of forests.

Now the big enviros have begun campaigning against their own deal.

As much as 50 per cent could still be logged, they say. It seems this particular green peace is bad for their business. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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letters Shouldn’t judge panhandlers While there will always be people trying to take advantage of others, it’s unfair to paint all panhandlers with the same brush, some are simply trying to meet their basic essentials for living.

Just because someone looks healthy and able to work, it does not mean they are. We should not judge someone’s ability to work based on them being male, young or healthy looking, as not all disabilities that keep one from the work force are visible, such as many mental health issues.

With mention to why a panhandler may turn down food when offered, I offer this reason – between the food bank and the Salvation Army many are able to meet their food needs, but still need money for things such as bus passes and transportation and other items one may need in life and not necessary in need of food.

Those who are panhandling are many times the poorest and most at risk in our society. Speaking from experience, asking complete strangers for spare change is not an easy task, nor is living off the $235 per month assistance pays for a single person after housing is paid. Yes, some will say “get a job,” but at the moment due to health concerns working is not an option for me, and it’s not an option for many.

Abbotsford is not an easy city to be poor in, due to limited services available and offered, and those that are offering are likely stretched thin trying to help.

Try and put yourself in their shoes, and don’t think it can’t or won’t happen to you. A prolonged illness can wipe out savings quickly and before you know it, you are living off assistance, panhandling and just trying to survive.

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Pair sentenced in fraud case

$10 million in false GST claims

purporting to export lumber, shake and shingle products between 1994 and 1997 and fraudulently claimed GST refunds of between $400,000 and

$2.4 million each.

The judge ruled that 13 of those companies were proved by the Crown to be shams, while there was not enough proof that the

other seven were also false.

Gill testified at the trial for Bath and Khangura that he signed incorporation documents and ope-

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conducted numerous banking transactions.

In exchange, he received a percentage of the GST refunds, amounting to about

$400,000 in total.

He testified that he did not initially know that the companies were false or that the money was being fraudulently claimed.

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Two local men who defrauded the government of $10 million in GST refunds were sentenced to jail terms on Tuesday in B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster.

Sikander Bath, 57, of Mission received a sentence of four and a half years after previously being convicted of six counts of fraud over $5,000.

Manjit Khangura, 41, of Abbotsford received a three-year term for three counts of fraud.

The two men were originally each charged with 20 counts of fraud and two counts of money laundering.

They were found guilty in December of some of those charges during their trial.

A third man, Paramjit Gill, 55, previously pleaded guilty to three fraud offences and was sentenced in February to two years less a day in prison after agreeing to testify for the Crown.

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Thank you to all the volunteers who enable MCC to serve â&#x20AC;&#x153;in the Name of Christâ&#x20AC;?

For more information visit bc.mcc.org/getinvolved/volunteer

VOLUNTEERS have always been an integral part of our organization.

In fact, FVCDC was formed in 1982 when a group of dedicated volunteers prioritized the need to bring services for children with special needs to the Fraser Valley. Over the past 30 years, volunteers have given their time and energy to be involved with our events including camps, therapy groups, Christmas Parties, fundraising events (walkathon), at a board level and more.

With their commitment we are â&#x20AC;&#x153;Helping Kids Shineâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Volunteering with FVCDC is an honor and I take great pride in the opportunity. FVCDC helped me a lot when my child was younger and we were receiving FVCDC services. Now that I have some more time, I enjoy being able to give back as a volunteer with FVCDC groups.â&#x20AC;? ~ Annalisa â&#x20AC;&#x153;I volunteered at FVCDCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer camp. It was the best week of my summer. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to volunteer at camp next year!â&#x20AC;? ~ Emma

Mennonite Central Committee

If you are interested in volunteering with FVCDC, visit our website to see what opportunities are available.

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Part of the appeal of adventure racing is expecting the unexpected.

Race directors pride themselves on challenging racers with unexpected or unusual tasks.

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challenge. In addition, the Recreational division offers three different classes; Open, High School and Masters – for those over 55.

While last year’s event attracted 26 teams, organizers anticipate a larger turnout this year – despite the Mother’s Day date, and have limited the 2012 race to 40 teams. Spots are still available but teams should register as soon as possible in order to secure their place.

The sport of adventure racing has been growing worldwide at a phenomenal rate and is one of the few sports where just completing a race is often considered a victory.

Most adventure races are team events and emphasize the importance of teamwork rather than individual achievement.

While some world-class adventure races take place over the span of several days and require months of preparation and training, the Abbotsford event is somewhat less intense. Much of the event takes place in the “side-country” of the city. These are the semi-rural areas that surround much of Abbotsford’s urban core and are often unexplored by area residents.

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With 11 years of post-secondary education behind her, she considers herself an eternal student and says she â&#x20AC;&#x153;never wants to stop learning.â&#x20AC;?

Borgmann knew she wanted to be a vet since the age of 10, however she began doubting herself when a teacher told her she wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x153;smart enough.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I went on throughout school believing that,â&#x20AC;? said Borgmann.

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In 1994, Borgmann ďŹ nally began her second and long anticipated career as a veterinarian. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lesson here is to never tell a child what they can or cannot do, especially when their potential is not yet developed.â&#x20AC;?

She has now been practicing veterinarian medicine for 18 years, and has worked at the Whatcom location for the past six and a half, where she says she gets to do â&#x20AC;&#x153;a little bit of everything.â&#x20AC;?

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Danny Taylor’s strong play in recent weeks has made Heat head coach Troy Ward’s decision on who to start in net in Game 1 of the playoffs more complicated.

Choosing between Irving and Taylor no easy task for Ward

Dan KINVIG Abbotsford News

The Abbotsford Heat’s goaltending situation isn’t a simmering controversy on par with that of the Vancouver Canucks, where fans have been divided as to whether they’d like to see the local NHL team start Roberto Luongo or Cory Schneider.

But as the Heat prepare to embark on their first-round playoff series against the Milwaukee Admirals – Game 1 goes Friday in Wisconsin – head coach Troy Ward has an intriguing decision to make between Leland Irving and Danny Taylor.

Back on March 29, in the wake of a 5-4 shootout loss to the Chicago Wolves, Ward indicated Irving would be the go-to guy for the stretch drive. At the time, it seemed like a fairly standard choice – Irving, the Heat’s team MVP in 2010-11, has established himself as the No. 2 goalie in the Calgary Flames organization this season, and was called up three times in the second half to make spot starts in relief of Miikka Kiprusoff.

But circumstances change, and it’s Taylor who has been the better goalie in Abbotsford of late.

With Irving and wife Ashley welcoming their first child on April 5, Taylor made five straight starts and won all of them, posting a dazzling 1.19 goals-against average and a .951 save percentage during that stretch. Over his last 13 starts, Taylor has sustained just one regulation defeat.

Irving, meanwhile, has struggled with consistency under adverse conditions – bouncing between the AHL and NHL while balancing the stress of impending fatherhood. He went 4-4-1 with a 3.55 goals against average and an .875 save percentage in the month of March.

The Swan Hills, Alta. native saw his first game action in over two weeks on Sunday against the Toronto Marlies, and allowed four goals on 22 shots in a 5-4 overtime win.

On Monday, after the Heat’s final home-ice practice before flying to Milwaukee, Ward said he hadn’t settled on a

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“With merit said, it would be like, ‘Oh, you’replayingTaylor?’”

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*1.99% APR purchase financing is available on a new 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX and 2012 Honda Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. 84-month term available on 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX and 2012 Honda Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. Based on a representative agreement using an offered pricing of $16,473.68/$19,235 for the new 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX/2012 Honda Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX with a financed amount of $16,473.68/$19,235, downpayment is $0, bi-weekly payment is $97/$113.35, total finance obligation is $17,668.56/$20,629.70. Offer includes freight & PDI. Taxes are extra. #Using a finance price of $16,473.68 for a 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX at a rate of 1.99% APR, the cost of borrowing for an 84 month term is $1,194.88, bi-weekly payment is $97, total finance obligation is $17,688.56. Finance price includes freight & PDI. Taxes are extra and required at the time of purchase. Other terms available and vary by model. Finance term available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. **The advertised MSRP of $16,485 2012 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5MT model FB2E2CEX includes freight & PDI, plus a cash discount of $11.32. The selling price adjustment applies to the purchase and is deducted from the negotiated pre-tax price and cannot be combined with subsidized purchase financing or leasing rates. All prices include freight & PDI of $1,495. PPSA, license, insurance, taxes, and other dealer charges are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Finance on approved credit for qualified customers only. †Step up financing cost is based on the Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX. Bi-weekly payment is $113.35 not including taxes and levies. #/*/**/† Offers valid from April 1st, 2012 through April 30th, 2012 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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Abbotsford News Thursday, April 19, 2012

A19

Heat open playoffs in Milwaukee on Friday From A17

at how we managed our games against Milwaukee, how we stack up against Milwaukee, who’s played in goal, how have we played when those guys have been in goal, how has their team changed since the last time

we played them. There’s just a lot of variables that go into making the right decision.”

Taylor and Irving seem to get along well, and neither framed the situation in adversarial terms.

“Regardless of who it is,

I think this team has every bit of confidence in both of us, that we’re going to get the job done,” Taylor said.

“Me and Irv are practicing like we’ll play Game 1, and we’ll find out going forward.”

Irving said he felt good be-

tween the pipes on Sunday, considering the layoff.

“We play every game and work hard all summer for this moment,” he said, speaking of the playoffs.

“Everyone’s excited, and you’ve got to find that next level and be ready when-

ever you’re called upon.”

Q The opening round of the Calder Cup playoffs are best-of-five series, and the first two games between the Heat and Admirals go on Friday and Sunday in Milwaukee.

Games 3-5 are back at the

Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre (the latter two only if necessary), on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday (April 25, 27, 28).

For more Heat playoff preview coverage, visit the Heat Central page at abbynews.com

Arnold picked for all-star game

Canada calls for Craddock

University of the Fraser Valley men's basketball coach Barnaby Craddock has been named to the staff for the Canadian cadet (under-17) boys national team this summer.

Craddock, who guided the Cascades to a fourth-place finish at nationals last season, will serve as an assistant coach for the Canadian team which will travel to Lithuania for the FIBA U17 World Championship (June 29 to July 8).

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Yale Lions point guard Kendra Arnold has been selected for the B.C. high school basketball all-star game.

The all-star event is on Saturday, April 21 at UBC, with the girls tipping off at 1:30 p.m. followed by the boys at 3 p.m.

This past season, Arnold led the Yale senior girls to their first trip to AAA provincials in more than two decades, and earned second team all-star honours as the Lions finished sixth. She'll play for Team Sollero at the all-star game, coached by Centennial Centaurs bench boss Rob Sollero.

On the boys side, no Abbotsford players made the cut, but a trio of University of the Fraser Valley recruits did.

Luke Morris will play on the team helmed by his Mission Secondary coach Danny Jakobs, along with future Cascades teammate Max Neuman of Maple Ridge. Rav Dhaliwal of Surrey’s Tamanawis Secondary will be on the opposing team led

by Terry Fox Ravens coach Steve Hanson.

For full rosters, visit abbynews.com.

A20

Abbotsford News Thursday, April 19, 2012

NO COMPARISON.

NO COMPROMISE. NEW 2012 FORD FIESTA #FEC79933

HATCHBACK TITANIUM

FORD.

19,849 2,096 $ 2,760

$

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FINAL SALE PRICE

FINAL SALE PRICE

14,993

$

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NEW 2012 FORD FUSION SE

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COSTCO

FINAL SALE PRICE

FINAL SALE PRICE

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17,889

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19,919

$

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54,499 $ 4,501 $ 1,000

$

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FINAL SALE PRICE

32,179

$

48,998

$

0% Down. $353.98 bi-weekly (taxes inc)

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FINAL SALE PRICE

34,690

$

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CREW CAB 4X2 2

CREW CAB 4X4 $ MSRP 42,399 $ MSA FORD DISC. 12,618 $ COSTCO 1,000

CREW CAB 4X4 $ MSRP 48,319 $ MSA FORD DISC. 12,629 $ COSTCO 1,000

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$10 $10 00 00 OF O F FF

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$

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MONTH LEASE

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MSA SALE PRICE

COSTCO

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$

MSRP

FINANCE CASH

22,249

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#FNC24008

MSA FORD DISC.

$

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28,699 $ 6,780 $ 1,000 $ 1,000

$

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0% Down. $163.00 bi-weekly (taxes inc) OR get 0% finance for 72 mons.

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27,879 $ 2,630 $ 3,000

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#FIC910 1061

38,399 $ 12,401 $ 1,000

$

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FINAL SALE PRICE

28,781

$

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$

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THE

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A20

Abbotsford News Thursday, April 19, 2012

NO COMPARISON.

NO COMPROMISE. NEW 2012 FORD FIESTA #FEC79933

HATCHBACK TITANIUM

FORD.

19,849 2,096 $ 2,760

$

MSA FORD DISC. FINANCE CASH

FINAL SALE PRICE

FINAL SALE PRICE

14,993

$

NEW 2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT #EAC50112

NEW 2012 FORD FUSION SE

NEW 2013 FORD EDGE LMT.

COSTCO

FINAL SALE PRICE

FINAL SALE PRICE

FINANCE CASH COSTCO

17,889

$

FINAL SALE PRICE

0% DOWN. $133.72 BI-WEEKLY (TAXES INC)

19,919

$

NEW 2013 FORD EXPLORER #EXD19106

42,149 $ 4,720 $ 4,250 $ 1,000

MSA FORD DISC.

54,499 $ 4,501 $ 1,000

$

MSRP MSA FORD DISC. COSTCO

FINAL SALE PRICE

32,179

$

48,998

$

0% Down. $353.98 bi-weekly (taxes inc)

Lane departure system, full tech pkg., Blind spot system, Heating steering wheel, Luxury pkg., Auto park system, Auto high beam system, Adaptive cruise control, Dual moon roof, Navigation, 70” wheels.

20L Eco-boost, Voice activated navigation/SYNC, 20” alloy wheels, Leather, Sirius satellite radio, Anti-theft system.

12 R CK R 0 2 TO RU A

2012 2 FORD F150

2012 2 FORD F150

#FIC C30737 073

##FIC75550 FIC9106 10 1

FINAL SALE PRICE

NEW 2012 FORD F150

FINAL SALE PRICE

34,690

$

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• ICBC on site • Bank reps on site • Over 2.5 million dollars for instant credit approval • Re-finance and lease with rates from 0% • 30 day satisfaction guarantee • Car Proof history reports • FREE 6 month Sirius Satellite Radio for 6 months on new vehicles

CREW CAB 4X2 2

CREW CAB 4X4 $ MSRP 42,399 $ MSA FORD DISC. 12,618 $ COSTCO 1,000

CREW CAB 4X4 $ MSRP 48,319 $ MSA FORD DISC. 12,629 $ COSTCO 1,000

O T E M D EY N E H R T T F O

$10 $10 00 00 OF O F FF

LMT. AWD

0% Down. $109.00 bi-weekly (taxes inc) OR get 0% Financing 6 SPEED AUTO, POWER GROUP, SIRIUS SATELITE RADIO, AIR CONDITIONING, CRUISE CONTROL & TILT, ANTI-THEFT.

now and get $1000 COSTCO DISCOUNT!!

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$

MSRP

MONTH LEASE

Order your 2013 FORD ESCAPE

ONE WEEK ONLY. Offer expires April 23, 8pm

#EDD11816

26,299 $ 18,889 $ 1,000

MSA SALE PRICE

COSTCO

Sport bucket seats, Sirius radio, Anti-theft system.

$

MSRP

FINANCE CASH

22,249

6 speed auto, Select shift SST, Sports Suspension, 18” Alloy wheels, Voice activated navigation/SNYC,

#FNC24008

MSA FORD DISC.

$

6 speed GFT Auto, Alloy wheels, 6 speaker audio system, Anti-theft system, SYNC hands free, Sport apperance pkg, Front LED marker system, Cruise control, Sport buckets

28,699 $ 6,780 $ 1,000 $ 1,000

$

MSRP

0% Down. $163.00 bi-weekly (taxes inc) OR get 0% finance for 72 mons.

0% Down. $109.00 bi-weekly (taxes inc)

MONTH PURCHASE OR

ON MOST NEW 2012 FOCUS & FIESTA MODELS. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.

27,879 $ 2,630 $ 3,000

FINANCE CASH

FOR UP TO

LO N G E R T E R M S A L SO AVA I L A B L E AT OT H E R RAT E S .

$

MSA FORD DISC.

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ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL

UP TO

#FOC69011

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AS LOW AS

IT’S BACK

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$

MSRP

Abbotsford News Thursday, April 19, 2012

#FIC910 1061

38,399 $ 12,401 $ 1,000

$

MSRP MSA FORD DISC. COSTCO

FINAL SALE PRICE

28,781

$

24,998

$

0% Down. $184.00 bi-weekly (taxes inc)

0% DOWN. $253.00 BI-WEEKLY (TAXES INC)

0% Down. $214.00 bi-weekly (taxes inc)

FX4 PACKAGE, 6 SPEED AUTO, 20” ALLOY WHEELS, 2.75 ALL TERRAIN TIRES, SNYC HANDS FREE, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO, ANTI THEFT SYSTEM, SPORT BUCKETS, AIR COND., POWER GROUP, CRUISE/TILT, HEATED/POWER MIRRORS.

XLT PACKAGE, 6 SPEED AUTO, SNYC HANDS FREE, POWER GROUP, AIR COND., SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO, ANTI THEFT SYSTEM, ALLOY WHEELS, 4 FULL DOORS, P265 ALL TERRAIN TIRES.

XLT PACKAGE, 6 SPEED AUTO, SNYC HANDS FREE, CUSTOM PKG., POWER GROUP, AIR COND., SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO, ANTI THEFT SYSTEM, ALLOY WHEELS, 4 FULL DOORS.

FOR MOREE INFO ON HOW YOU CAN RAISE MONEEY FO OR YOUR OL OR INTEREST SCHOO GROUP P, PLLEASE EMAIL:

THE

FRASER

VALLEY’S

O N LY

FORD

SUPERSTORE!

MT. LEHMAN RD

Payments based on biweekly payments, 96 month amortization, 6.99% APR, On approved credit. All prices and payments net of Ford incentives.

N X

ABBOTSFORD

1S 6 YEAR

SINCE 1951

61 YEAR S

604.857.2293

www.msaford.com 604.853.2293 MISSION

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|

FRI & SAT • 8:30am - 6pm

|

SUNDAY • CLOSED

TRANS CANAD A HWY

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But is that still the first option you should turn to? The flagging economy hasn’t drained the creativity of people who keep things moving in new directions, so it depends what type of traveller you are.

1) You know what WWOOFing is.

Working organic farm-stays and garden camping are adventurously simple solutions for a cash-strapped sojourner. If you are at home in the muck, meeting new people and living in their backyards, even working while you travel, you can see the world. (Campinmygarden.com, WWOOF.ca) 2) You’ve been alive for at least three decades, but still have things to see.

When the backpacking grows old, the creative get flashpacking – a neologism that refers to the “disposably incomed” backpacker. Trading in your 75-litre pack for a suitcase with wheels

doesn’t mean you’ve outgrown budget travel, but the novelty of top bunk wears off for many by the time they hit 30. Gravitating towards cheap hotels or private rooms at hostels, and packing clothes that you could be seen wearing in your hometown supermarket are the mark of a flashpacker.

3) You’re more likely to be going on your first cruise than your first trip to Europe.

With word of mouth still being the most effective way of guaranteeing a good time, crowd-sourcing vacation tips from your social networks and local travel agents is putting the human back in holiday. Nothing is worse than investing five-star dollars in a subpar experience.

The overwhelming amount of information found online can be unreliable and is often easily boiled down by experienced travellers to the good, the bad and the “it will be funny one day.”

4) You’re a woman.

The comfort and security of women’s-only has been popular in the fitness industry for decades, but it is now dipping a painted toe into the travel sector. Floors exclusively for women are becoming popular. The 10th floor of the Georgian Court in Vancouver is a local example, with 18 rooms set aside containing amenities such as curling irons, blow dryers, nail polish and yoga mats.

5) Airline workers greet you by name.

The American Transportation Security Administration is partnering with private enterprise to change the face of travel. Security lanes for pre-screened passengers are already opened in Florida and Denver, and the pilot program will expand by May to San Francisco and Fort Worth. All together, 25 major airports are tapped to have Clear Lanes, which arguably eases overall congestion at security checkpoints while raising money and providing a service for time-pressed business travellers who are willing to choose convenience over cash ($179 per year).

If iris scanners and fingerprint biometrics don’t sound freakishly futuristic, than you can soon be a trusted traveller, and all that time in the air means you’d probably be excited to see a new airport.

Myanmar, Ukraine, Jordan, Uganda and Denmark are making names for themselves in 2012 – or you could be really farsighted and visit Russia before the 2014 Olympics defibrillates their struggling tourism industry.

No matter what your budget or lifestyle, the annual trip is often the only thing that provides enough watercooler chit-chat and evenly tanned Facebook photos to get the West Coaster through to the summer, so don’t be afraid to do it differently.

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April 25 Langley’s Credo Christian Secondary is bringing its production of the Broadway musical Oliver to Abbotsford.

The show will be presented at the Abbotsford Arts Centre on April 25-28. Tickets are $15, with Thursday’s show offered at $10.

Call the school’s office at 604530-5396. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 7:30 p.m.

April 20 Fraser Valley Stage is presenting Gilbert & Sullivan’s HMS Pinafore on April 20-21 at the Abbotsford Arts Centre located at 2329 Crescent Way. The show will later be taken to Buxton, England. For tickets and information visit www.fraservalleystage.com The Valley concert society will present Karl Stobbe, violinist; Joel Stobbe, cellist and Betty Suderman, pianist in a special concert set for April 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium 32315 South Fraser Way. For more information visit www.valleyconcertsociety.com

May 8 The Fraser Valley Watercolour Society will host its annual Spring 2012 Art Show from Tuesday, May 8 to Friday, May 18 at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way in Abbotsford. The show will feature a wide range of original new works by local artists. The show will be open to the public during library hours with the Opening of the Show at 5 p.m. on May 8. For more information regarding the show or membership, please call Carol Portree at 604-850-9694 or Anne White at 604-855-5363.

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Canadian comedian Ron James is coming to the Abbotsford Arts Centre on May 11. With an unprecedented five television comedy specials under his belt and season three of his CBC-TV comedy series, James takes to the road with a new 90-minute rant. From MAC-savvy twentysomething tattooed technogeeks to the mid-life angst of whiny, aging Baby Boomers, James pokes fun at the world around him. For tickets call 604-391-7469.

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r. Elizabeth Borgmann decided to take the long road to her dream job and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regret a moment of it. Before becoming a veterinarian at the Whatcom Road Veterinarian Hospital, she earned her Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in cell biology and Masters in genetics (gene cloning).

With 11 years of post-secondary education behind her, she considers herself an eternal student and says she â&#x20AC;&#x153;never wants to stop learning.â&#x20AC;?

Borgmann knew she wanted to be a vet since the age of 10, however she began doubting herself when a teacher told her she wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x153;smart enough.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I went on throughout school believing that,â&#x20AC;? said Borgmann.

It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t until she relocated and began working with the National Research Council of Saskatoon that the opportunity to pursue her dream arose again, in the most peculiar way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One winter morning our black lab escaped from the backyard, ran into the road and was hit by a car,â&#x20AC;?

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dog to the Western College of Veterinary Medicine for treatment, where he thought he saw his wife as a vet walking towards him to help. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I felt inclined to tell him about my childhood dream. With his encouragement, I was able to overcome my doubt and reapply for school where I graduated with honours.

In 1994, Borgmann ďŹ nally began her second and long anticipated career as a veterinarian. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The lesson here is to never tell a child what they can or cannot do, especially when their potential is not yet developed.â&#x20AC;?

She has now been practicing veterinarian medicine for 18 years, and has worked at the Whatcom location for the past six and a half, where she says she gets to do â&#x20AC;&#x153;a little bit of everything.â&#x20AC;?

Her daily duties range from lab work, collecting samples, testing, x-rays and surgery, to building new relationships and maintaining her client base.

A variety of animals have come to the clinic to have their aches and pains cured by Borgmann, including

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Even though the animals cannot verbally thank her, Borgmann emphasizes that there is no lack of gratitude. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a relationship-based profession where animals come with people attached to them. My clients and their pets feel like family.â&#x20AC;?

Working as a veterinarian requires an extensive amount of post-secondary education and a broad range of experience, however, Borgmann said that â&#x20AC;&#x153;the key to becoming truly successful is learning the importance of working with people, too.â&#x20AC;?

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he 3 Alarm Adventure Race is back for its fourth consecutive year and organizers anticipate a record turnout.

The event which takes place on Sunday, May 13, is a fun and challenging race, which over the span of a half day, incorporates running, mountain biking, canoeing, orienteering and other “mystery” competitions.

Part of the appeal of adventure racing is expecting the unexpected.

Race directors pride themselves on challenging racers with unexpected or unusual tasks.

Past competitions have found participants face a series of challenges from the ice surface at the local recreation centre to competing in firefighting events including an obstacle course in full firefighter gear, pushing a fire truck and using a high pressure fire hose to spray a target.

The Abbotsford 3 Alarm competition raises money for the Abbotsford Firefighter’s Burn Fund, a charity dedicated to assisting the recovery of burn survivors. The event relies on local sponsors and a group of dedicated community volunteers

who contribute time and resources to ensure success, while promoting an active lifestyle.

Last year’s race raised $10,000 for the Burn Fund.

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challenge. In addition, the Recreational division offers three different classes; Open, High School and Masters – for those over 55.

While last year’s event attracted 26 teams, organizers anticipate a larger turnout this year – despite the Mother’s Day date, and have limited the 2012 race to 40 teams. Spots are still available but teams should register as soon as possible in order to secure their place.

The sport of adventure racing has been growing worldwide at a phenomenal rate and is one of the few sports where just completing a race is often considered a victory.

Most adventure races are team events and emphasize the importance of teamwork rather than individual achievement.

While some world-class adventure races take place over the span of several days and require months of preparation and training, the Abbotsford event is somewhat less intense. Much of the event takes place in the “side-country” of the city. These are the semi-rural areas that surround much of Abbotsford’s urban core and are often unexplored by area residents.

Adventure racing has been said to allow individuals to find their limits and push through them, and the Abbotsford race is no exception.

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“Our run is more than running from point A to point B,” Betty Baerg, school liaison explains. “We expose the injustices in Ethiopia’s shortage of water for the forgotten poor, and this lights a fire in students.”

The Envision A Better World: Learn, Create, Run are professionally written lesson plans for kindergarten to grade 12, and are available to teachers on the Run for Water website. Thanks to a grant by Envision Financial, hundreds of students have started the program to prepare for the 2012 Run for Water.

“At Envision, we are committed to making a positive and lasting impact in the communities in which we live and work,” says Susan Byrom, manager,

corporate citizenship at Envision Financial. “This program helps create a generation of global citizens, equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to become active ambassadors to champion this issue.”

Last year Garry Klassen’s class at Upper Sumas Elementary participated in the program.

“The students learned that having accessible, clean drinking water results in increased opportunity of education for the girls, develops village trade and prosperity, as well as renewed hope and dignity. To see the video through the eyes of a grade 6 Abbotsford school girl really hit home.”

Klassen continues, “The run is the climax to the program. It is a powerful life learning experience.”

To help encourage students, Envision Financial hosts a number of awards for school who get involved with the Run for Water.

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UFV’s Absolute Style event offers backstage view of fashion industry Researching trends, preparing a collection, and styling models are all a part of UFV’s annual runway show, Absolute Style.

The one-day event highlights the work of the Fashion Design program and its grad students, while providing them with real-world fashion industry experience.

Absolute Style 2012 is taking place on Wednesday, April 25 with two shows at UFV Abbotsford’s Envision Athletic Centre, 1385 McKenzie Rd. The runway will feature an array of garments, including swimsuits, tailored jackets, dresses and costume wear. Surface Design students will be showcasing items ranging from handpainted silk gowns to Shibori, a popular Japanese fashion method. The Art-toWear students will highlight weaving, draping and machine knitting.

“The show is very exciting for students as it’s a culmination of what they’ve learned throughout the two-year program,” said Deanna Devitt, head of UFV’s Fashion Design program.

Since January, students have been working on their collections for the show. They began by researching the market and looking at trends, fabrics and colours.

After determining their target customer and presenting their concepts to a panel of instructors and industry professionals, students were able to start development.

“Every year the collections are unique and really showcase a variety of markets,” said Devitt. “We have everything from evening wear, to casual, to costume wear. Students really try to target a niche market that they are interested in.”

The timeline that students are given to create their line closely mirrors that of the fashion industry. Working backstage at the Absolute Style show will add another element to their knowledge, as they will have to choose the hair and makeup for their models, along with their catwalk music.

“They really get to see how fashion works,” said Devitt. “They have to do

UFV’s annual fashion showcase Absolute Style returns for another season on April 25 it all — everything they would do in the fashion industry, including the decisions you have to make.”

The fashion show often draws industry professionals, visitors from around B.C., community members, and high school students.

“It’s a great way for us to showcase what our university has to offer, show prospective students the campus, and feature the high quality work that our students do,” said Devitt. “It’s very innovative and creative.”

The afternoon Absolute Style show is at 2:30 p.m., with doors opening at 2

p.m. The evening show is at 7 p.m., with a wine and cheese event at 6:30 p.m.

Through the afternoon, from 1 to 5 p.m., there will be an open house to showcase the Fashion Design program and its projects.

Tickets for Absolute Style 2012 are $10 for the afternoon show and $18 for the evening. For tickets, email corinne.richardson@ufv.ca, call 604-557-4073 or visit ufv.ca/fashion.

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Eyebrow threading is an ancient art that is believed to have developed in the Middle East. Threading was part of many different cultural rites of passage. Iranian women would have it done across their entire faces, removing all peach fuzz. Their eyebrows would also be shaped, giving them a precise look. These procedures were generally reserved for women that were about to be married or reach adulthood.

In North America, threading has become more commonplace in recent years -- growing from a relatively obscure grooming technique to one popular in many salons.

Threading has many advantages.

Popularity of eyebrow threading When handled by an experienced stylist, eyebrow threading is essentially painless and less damaging to the skin than waxing, which tends to pull at the delicate area around the eye. Waxes may cause skin irritation or even burn if improperly applied.

Threading removes these risks and is done more slowly to achieve precise results. Because threading targets only a few hairs at a time, it’s less likely to cause unsightly red patches of irritated skin, which can happen after waxing.

Threading is also hygienic because nothing but clean strands of the cotton come in contact with the face.

Those with sensitive or aging skin find threading is less likely than waxing to cause wrinkles or skin pulling.

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Weight: Unlike furniture inside the home, outdoor furniture will be moved around quite frequently, such as to protect it from inclement weather or changing seasons. As a result, the weight of the furniture bears importance.

While you don’t want furniture that’s too lightweight and will blow away any time a strong gust of wind comes along, it’s a good idea to choose furniture that isn’t too heavy. This makes it easier to move should a storm suddenly appear and it won’t require the entire household to help move the furniture into and out of the garage when inclement weather arrives.

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Versatility: Many homeowners enjoy changing their home’s interior decor from time to time, and it can be just as enjoyable to do the same to a home’s exterior decor. That said, look for furniture that can be accented with a variety of accessories, so you can change the look of your outdoor entertaining area easily.

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GEBBINCK Wilhelmina Antonia (Wilma) June 13, 1924 - April 8, 2012

BOER Rhonda Lee (Gray) April 9, 1968 - April 10, 2012 After a long struggle with Lupus and a courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rhonda. She will be missed by her husband and best friend of 19 years Martin, son Eric, parents Doug and Barb, grandmother Mildred; brothers Bill, Kyle and Rich; nieces and nephew, family and friends.

Many thanks to all the medical staff at MMH, ARH, and VGH for all the care and great support. Luckily Rhonda was able to spend her last few days at home surrounded by those who loved her. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, please be generous with your local SPCA.

CALDER LORRAINE (Nee Bannister) Nov. 12, 1942 ~ April 15, 2012

After a brief battle with cancer, with family by her side, Lorraine started her new journey in life. Her memory will be cherished forever by her best friend and husband Casey (Ken), her daughters Carol MacDonald (Jamie), Sherri Rothwell, Karen Gartner (Jesse), Marlene Funk (Len), seven grandchildren, her sisters Jean Cummings and June Horne (Wayne), her nieces and nephews, as well as numerous friends.

Lorraine was predeceased by her parents, Victor and Alberta Bannister. Lorraine was born in Sydney, NS. She married the love of her life, Casey and moved to Winnipeg, MB where she and Casey raised their family. In 1988 they moved to Abbotsford, BC where they have continued to live. She retired in 2005 but retirement didn’t last long. She spent the remainder of her years volunteering at Northview Community Church assisting in the kitchen and reception.

Lorraine was most happy when she was serving others.

We will miss Lorraine’s incredible humour, generosity and caring spirit. The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the Cascades Hospice Center. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 11:30 am at the Northview Community Church.

Friends of

Charlotte Fussell: Celebration of Life Tea Wednesday, April 25, 1-3pm St. Andrew’s United Church

in The Gathering Room

7756 Grand St., Mission, BC

Wilma Gebbinck, 87 years old of Abbotsford, BC, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away suddenly on Easter Sunday April 8, 2012. Born and raised in Utrecht Holland, where Wilma cared for children with disabilities, she later married Ted (Teddy Bear - deceased) and raised their son Tom until 1958 when they immigrated to Canada. Wilma worked for many years at the Ebenezer Home in Abbotsford. She loved to have family picnics at Cultus and Harrison Lake, sun tanning in her back yard and listening to music. Wilma was an amazing cook, (famous for her Pineapple Delight, Chocolate Cream Puffs, Chicken Noodle Soup, and her SECRET! candy drawer), devoted Christian, and she enjoyed knitting / crocheting countless blankets, slippers and sweaters for her family members. In her later years she had the fortune of sleeping in and getting breakfast in bed every morning by her loving husband. Wilma will be sadly missed by far too many family members and friends to mention. Many thanks to all the Special Ladies at Bevan Lodge. Survived by her son Tom; grandchildren Pauline, Elena, Darrin and Duane; greatgrandchildren Bryce, Jordan, Connor, Daniel, Hayden, Vanessa and Rebecca; sister Gretha and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Sunday April 22, 2012, at 2:00 pm at the Bethal Reformed Church, 3620 Gladwin Road. Refreshments to follow.

E-mail resume to: gbrooks@bronco transportation.com

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HORIACHKA Karen Aug. 31, 1941 ~ April 6, 2012

Karen passed away suddenly on April 6, 2012. She is survived by her daughter Sandi (Norrie), son Rick (Carrie), sisters Ruth and Tracy, grandsons Rory, Dustin (Danni), Scott and Craig, great grandson Hunter, nephew Ira, niece Caitlin. She will be sadly missed by her craft friends and friends in her apartment building.

DRIVER WITH CLASS 1 + AIR WANTED

Apply with resume by emailing custservpacific@fuchs.com or faxing to 604-888-1145

ZANATTA

Edaline Gladys (Delle) June 28, 1917 - August 11, 2012

LATTER Margrit Born June 2, 1933 in Switzerland passed away April 5, 2012 at Christine Morrison Hospice. She has resided in Abbotsford since 1963 and had many friends and was involved in many clubs.

Margrit loved to square dance and was a beautiful woman who inspired everyone who met her. She will be missed by her family and friends; sister Marla; sister-in-law Louise; granddaughter Christine; daughter Sue and many other family members and friends. Margrit requested that no service be held and her wishes will be honored.

Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

HARRIS George William

As you were you will always be, Treasured forever in our memory.

DISPATCHER

To conduct deliveries for international lubricants co. in Vancouver area, Seattle-Tacoma, Prince George, Okanagan & Edmonton.

Pay $20/hour, mileage, bonus, profit-sharing & full benefits.

Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885

George William (Bill) Harris was born April 19, 1921 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Alfred and Ellen Kate Harris. He entered into rest at Dr. Stewart Pavilion, Mission, on April 12, 2012. He was predeceased by his parents and five siblings, his son Alan Brent (1958), and his wife Norma Margaret (1992). He his survived by his daughters, Geraldine Mapstone (Larry) and Carol Anne Baerg (Jason), grandchildren Carson and Dallas Baerg, nieces and nephews, and many friends.

No service as per his request.

Friends wishing to make a donation in his memory may do so to the Mission Community Foundation.

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Required for Langley based flat deck company. BC, AB, WA & OR experience an asset.

GRANT, Walter Hugh Passed away in Nanaimo Hospital, April 3rd, 2012.

Predeceased by his parents, Hugh & Ivy Grant, brother Cameron, October 28, 2011.

Survived by his wife Hazel, sister Marjorie, Pauline, Eileen (Bert). Daughters Diane, Bridgette (Brad), sister-in-law Della, grandchildren, great grandchildren, neices and nephews. Walter was born in Abbotsford on December 6th, 1934, where he received all his schooling. After graduating from Philip Sheffield High school in 1953 he joined a team of surveyors working on the Fraser Canyon roadway, he then worked at Pacific Mill plant, where earlier years his mother and father had also been employed. From there he enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering Course in Vancouver.

Upon completion of his course he join BC Ferries retiring to his home in Lantzville several years ago. He will be remembered for his quiet manner, his subtle sense of humour, love of his family and home and garden.

No service by request.

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WEST Frank Henry Passed away April 14, 2012 at the age of 78 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Loretta; his sons, daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren, his sister and numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Viewing will be held Thursday, April 19 from 7 to 8 pm at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, 2575 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford where the memorial service will be held on Friday, April 20 at 1 pm.

Online condolences to the family may be made to:

www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885

LINEKER Randal James July 28, 1962 - April 15, 2012 Resident of Mission, B.C. After a courageous eight month battle with cancer Randy passed away peacefully early Sunday morning at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Randy was born in Port Arthur, Ontario and raised in Gibsons, B.C. He graduated from Elphinstone Secondary and also from BCIT with honors.

Randy spent 22 years working for FedEx where he was universally loved by his fellow employees and his clients, Randy was more than a driver he was the resident FedEx goodwill ambassador! He was one of four children born to Marion Lineker and the late Raymond Lineker. Randy is survived by his mother Marion; loving wife Melissa; sons Brodie and Dylan; brothers Brent (Vicki), Larry (Bonita), and Cameron (Stephany); and nieces and nephews Mandi, Jordan, Courtney, Bryce, Tessa, Crosby, and Renny.

Randy touched all who knew him with the kindness and thankfulness that marked his life. He was an amazing husband, dad, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He loved sports especially playing rugby as an accomplished player. He loved his food especially when Scott made chicken wings.

Randy was everybody’s favorite uncle. He was often referred to as the uncle who really knew how to play.

Randy’s qualities are endless.

He left a mark on all who he has touched. Randy lived every day with honesty and integrity. A special thank you to all the nurses and staff at the palliative care unit at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and especially to Randy’s best friend Scott who was with him every step of the way. Viewing will be held at Bakerview Community Crematorium & Celebration Center 34863 Cemetery Ave, Mission BC on Friday April 20th from 6:00-8:00 pm. Memorial service will be held at Bakerview Community Crematorium & Celebration Center on Saturday April 21, 2012 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the BC Cancer Foundation in memory of Randy would be greatly appreciated.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.bakerviewcrematorium.com

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Gladys (Delle) Zanatta.

Gladys was born in Otter, BC. Her family moved to Vancouver when she was a small child. Her happy memories were growing up in a family of five active girls overseen by a gentle Italian father (Giovanni Stefani) and a strong Italian mother (Saretta Trevisiol Stefani). The neighborhood at Princess and Prior was their home from Benny’s Market, to Strathcona School, to Sacred Heart Church. She married her childhood sweetheart, Guilio Zanatta in 1939 and they had many happy years together. She worked as the bookkeeper in the family owned Forum Motors on Hastings and Slocan Streets.

In 1958 they built a home at Deer Lake in Burnaby. That home was a source of great joy to Gladys. Unfortunately, Guilio passed away in 1968 and over the years she had the sad experience of also losing her four beloved sisters, Annie Zanatta - 1977, Angie McNeil - 1996, Mary Durante 2001 and Elma Pastro - 2007.

In 2002 she moved to Abbotsford to live with her nephew, John and his wife Kathryn.

She was surrounded by many nieces and nephews who fondly called her Aunty Day. She particularly enjoyed each new generation of babies and took great pleasure in family gatherings. Special thanks to her kind companions, Shirley, Amalia and Irene who were faithful in their devotion. She passed away peacefully on April 11, 2012 with family constantly at her side in her final days. A Prayer Service will be held on Sunday, April 22, 2012 at 4:00 pm at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, 33333 Mayfair Avenue, Abbotsford, BC. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, April 23, 2012 at 11:00 am at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church. Donations may be made to BC Children’s Hospital.

Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com

Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534

OWNER OPERATORS & CLASS 1 Company Drivers Surrey Terminal Van Kam Freightways’ group of companies requires Owner Operators and Class 1 Company drivers to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving exp./training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

Call Bev at 1-800-663-0900 or send a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com Fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

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DEROCHES HOLDINGS LTD req’s Farm Workers. Duties: fertilize, spray, harvest & prepare produce for market & maintain farm machinery. No education, knowledge of Punjabi an asset, but not req’d. Wage $9.64/hr + benefits, 40 hr/wk.

Resume to: P.O. Box 100, Stn. A, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6Z5 or email : derocheholding@live.ca

We have a current opening on our team and are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated Fueller. This positions has the potential for full-time. If you love aviation, physical activity, customer services & the outdoors, this job is for you!

Requirements: Must have Class 3 & Class 1 Drivers License, Airbrake endorsement. Fax resumes to, 604-854-1285. Salary to commensurate w/exp.

All short listed candidates will be contacted directly to arrange for an interview.

FULL - TIME Excellent wages & benefits depending on experience Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work?

PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite.

Training, support and remuneration are provided.

Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

604-835-3562 Leave Msg

seikhonfarms@gmail.com or Fax 604-807-6300 .

Shipper / Receiver Lumber company In the lower mainland hiring shipper/receiver, P/T and F/T. Must have Lisa Lumber experience. Excellent wages and benefits.

FLAGPERSON

or Email: kingrab@shaw.ca

Seeks Flagperson for project in Surrey.

Must have own vehicle.

Must be certified.

Min. 1 year experience in Traffic control.

Fulltime $15 - $18 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or

TRACTOR OPERATORS, FARM MANAGER & SUPERVISORS and VEGETABLE PACKERS

Email: paul.orourke@wilcocivil.ca. www.wilcocivil.ca

FLAG PERSONS & LANE TECH PERSONNEL NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WE WILL TRAIN! COMPETITIVE RATES Must Have Valid TCP Certificate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!

HELP WANTED

FULL TIME SALES

for Landscaping Work!

Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

PropertyStarsJobs.Com

FAS GAS PLUS - Now hiring: 31313 Livingstone Ave Abbotsford.

P/T and F/T shifts. Apply in person.

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic.

Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259

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Opening for industrial tank sales person who is mechanically inclined, has experience with inventory control and customer service. Forklift experience an asset. Apply at:

work@twinmaple.com

Looking for F/T & P/T staff - all shifts and all duties.

Cash experience, strong work ethic and a smile is a must.

Locations in Mission, Chilliwack and Abbotsford.

Please email resume to bo69910@suncor.com, fax 604-852-2894, or apply in person at 2096 Clearbrook Rd, Abbotsford.

YOU’RE INVITED NEW LANGLEY TERMINAL OPEN HOUSE & RECRUITMENT FAIR!!

Recruit@BisonTransport.com www.bisondriving.com Bison Transport is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

We are now accepting applications for the position of part-time Warehouse Order Selector, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean, team-based environment.

Successful applicants will be available for day, afternoon and weekend shifts, have reliable transportation (no public transit available), possess proficient English communication skills, and enjoy repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80 lb cases of grocery products.

Starting wage is $12.95/hr with an attractive incentive program as well as regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. We offer flexible work schedules (will include a minimum of 1 weekend day), and an excellent training program is provided.

As one of the largest employers in the Fraser Valley, EV Logistics operates two distinct facilities - a 380,000 sq ft refrigerated facility, and a 485,000 sq ft dry goods building - both facilities are located in the Gloucester Industrial Park (at the 264th St exit off Hwy #1).

To join our team and start your career in logistics, apply on-line at www.evlogistics.com

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Apply within with resume: 33020 South Fraser Way Abbotsford

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VOLUNTEERS

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS SITE OFFICE ASSISTANT CIVIL & PARK CONSTRUCTORS Seeks Site Office Assistant for various projects in the Vancouver area.

Must have own vehicle.

Must speak fluent English.

Must be computer literate First Aid an asset.

Fulltime $14 - $17 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paul.orourke@wilcocivil.ca www.wilcocivil.ca

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DRYWALL

DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or large jobs.

604-859-1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696

PASSAGE TO INDIA req’s P/T & F/T Curry Cook, Tandoori Cook, Server & Helper. Drop resume off at #2 - 31205 Maclure Road

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VOLUNTEER AT THE SCOTIABANK CANADIAN OPEN FASTPITCH!

Be part of our exciting, worldclass softball tournament, which takes place from June 30 - July 9 in Surrey, BC. We are looking for volunteers in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, transportation, batgirls, tickets & gates, and more! We ask that each volunteer work a minimum of 20 hours.

In exchange for your time, each volunteer will receive:

ELECTRICAL

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

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ADRIAN’S LAWN CARE. All yard maintenance & cleanup, pruning, power raking & aerating. Certified & insured. Call Adrian 778-242-2807

Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627

GARDEN TOPSOIL $20 per yard.

Delivery available with 5 yard dump trailer. Mushroom manure $10/yard.

Small tractor avail. for levelling.

604-768-7571 or 604-856-4255

• FREE ADMISSION to all playing venues • 1 complimentary item of event apparel • 1 complimentary meal per volunteer shift worked!

Call our office or visit our website for more info.

604-536-9287 or www.canadianopen fastpitch.com or Attend our next Volunteer meeting for more details.

Tuesday, May 1 7:00 pm at the Sandman Signature Hotel, 8828 201 Street, Langley

SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby.

Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com

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PERSONAL SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL COMMERCIAL ROOF FOREMAN

$28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience. Commercial roofing co. hiring lead roofers with extensive exp. in commercial roofing, including: two - ply torch, single ply, sloped and metal.

Offering Great Benefits Including: Company Vehicle, Paid Travel, Support Crews, Top Wages, Health/Dental, Pension & Company Uniforms.

Must have proven ability to install using RCABC roofing practices and follow WCB regulations.

Fax resume: 604-944-2916, Call Adam: 604-944-2977 or e-mail aknipfel@designroofing.ca Visit: www.designroofing.ca

CLASSICAL/ACOUSTIC Guitar Lessons.

Tel: 778-862-2727 www.SoloAcousticGuitar.com

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

#1 in the Fraser Valley SPRING RELAX SPA 604-859-9686 2451 Clearbrook Rd Abbotsford (Hiring) AMAZING WAVE MASSAGE Professional deep tissue massage.

113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby.

604-746-0099 ✸ MASSAGE CONFIDENTIAL✸ Simply for your health & pleasure *European *Private 604.230.4444

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic - Truck Van-cam Freightways Ltd. requires a full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic with truck experience. This position is located at our Surrey Terminal (10155 Grace Road). Applicants should have related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. This is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.

Submit a detailed resume and email/cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 or call Derek at 604-587-9818 (leave a message) Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Environmental Responsibility.

Van Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

IHOP

BBQ 11:00am – 1:00pm

See you there!!!

Contact us today: 1.800.462.4766

WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTOR

Now hiring F/T: *Cooks, *Servers & *Hosts(esses)

9818 - 198B St., Langley

WE OFFER: • Excellent Equipment • Dedicated Dispatch Team • Safe Driving Reward Program • Referral Bonus Program • Rider Program • Great Benefits and more!

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OPINDER BHATTI FARMS is hiring for Tractor Operators (Machine Operators) $9.64/hr. Farm Manager $13/hr. Farm Supervisors $12.78/hr. Vegetable Packers (Fruit Packers) $9.64/hr All 40hrs/ wk. Mail: 5061 Tolmie Rd, Yarrow BC V3G 2V4 Fax: 604-823-2271

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SATURDAY, APRIL 28TH 9:00am - 3:00pm

Immediate openings for experienced Professional Class 1 Highway Drivers!

Exciting careers for an Operations Manager, Fleet Dispatcher & Driver Recruiter are also available!

Our new home could be your new home too!

Stop in to find out what makes Bison Transport the Right Choice for YOU…

Fax resume to: 604-881-4847

Civil & Park Constructors

Please E-mail Resume: grasdald@telus.net

$100-$400 CASH DAILY

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PRODUCTION NURSERY WORKER F/T. Van Belle Nursery, propagator of shrubs and perennials,seasonal position to begin May 1.

Apply with resume weekdays 8am 4pm 34825 Hallert Rd, fax 604-8536282. Wage $10.25/hr.

FARM WORKERS Seikhon Farms is looking for 6 F/T (40 hrs) farm workers for planting, weeding, fertilize, cultivate, irrigation, winter pruning & harest crops, other farm work etc.

Wages $10.50 year round work.

Punjabi or Hindi speaking is an asset. Email resumes at:

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

MECHANIC HELPER

Carson Air Group of Companies CASUAL P/T FUELLER

FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

Chicken Catchers Wanted Top wages up to $20 per hour Transportation avail. 604-857-2221

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OPINDER BHATTI FARMS is hiring for mechanic helper $19.06/hr for 40hrs/wk. Send Resume By Mail: 5061 Tolmie Road, Yarrow BC V3G 2V4 or Fax: 604-823-2271

Call Erica 604.777.2195

CHICKEN CATCHERS WANTED

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Paid weekly up to $20/hr Hiring 12 F/T positions Must be outgoing, motivated And dedicated!!!!!

Students welcome!!!

FARM & NURSERY WORKERS required for JRT Nurseries Inc., 2396 272 St., Aldergrove, BC, Duties: Heavy farm labour, potting, moving, loading of plants, $10.25/hr. 50 hrs/week. Start date May 1, 2012. Fax: (604) 856-4531 or email: sales@jrtnursery.com

Make it yours.

Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

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APPLY NOW!!!

FARM LABOURER required. Must be willing to work long hours in all weather conditions. Involves bending, kneeling and lifting, pruning & tying, plus general work. (Hard Work). 6 days/week. $10.25/hour paid. Fax resume to: 604-856-6092.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

.Jim’s Mowing Spring Services Same day services

Landscaping, new lawns, rototilling, mowing, power raking, fences, ret. walls, hedging, pruning, maint. program.604-832-8304, 604-832-8305.

R. G. HandyLandscaper Over 15 Years Experience Yard Maintenance, Clean Up,

Pruning, Weeding & More.

Robert or Gen 604-504-1559 rg_handylandscaper@yahoo.ca

Specializing in Private Events!

We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

Kristy 604.488.9161 threescocatering@shaw.ca

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GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine.

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

WANT TO REACH THE REST OF CANADA?

FINANCIAL SERVICES

In BC and Yukon alone, your ad can be printed in 2.1 million newspapers with a combined readership of more than 2.5 million adults.

NEED HELP MANAGING YOUR DEBT? Need STRESS relief? One easy payment makes that possible!

Call FREE 1-877-220-3328 EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

www.debtgone.ca Licensed, Government Approved, Canadian Company.

Civil & Road Builders Seeks Excavator Operators for projects in the Vancouver area.

Must have own vehicle.

Min. 5 years experience in heavy equipment operation.

Fulltime $25 - $30 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: paul.orourke@wilcocivil.ca www.wilcocivil.ca

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

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LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD?

MILLWRIGHT Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc., an innovative leader in the B.C. feed industry, has an immediate opening for a millwright with a 3rd class Power Engineering ticket. Previous maintenance experience is an asset.

Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume, including references to:

Operations Manager Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc. 33777 Enterprise Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 7T9 Fax: 604-859-7011 Email: rsfeeds@rsfeeds.net

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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CLEANING SERVICES

HOME CLEANING SERVICE Satisfaction Guaranteed! $16/hr.

Serious enquiries! Mrs Josephina 604-302-9291 Reliable, exp. housecleaner avail.

I supply all products & equip. $20 per hr. Karen @ (604)746-9534

We can also book your ad in more than 600 community newspapers across Canada.

Your just ONE call away! bcclassified.com 604-854-6397

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064

Omni Kitchen & Bath Complete Renovation Experts S All types of cabinets/countertops S Reface / Replace Existing S Quality Work / Fully Ins’d / WCB Call for Estimate

omnikitchens@gmail.com Abbotsford, BC

Mark 604-807-0670 Gary 778-823-2260

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PETS

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

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GARAGE SALES

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ABBOTSFORD

GARAGE PLANT & BAKE SALE Saturday, April 21st

MISSION

Fire Station # 3

UNDER THE BIG TENT

Flea Market / MultiFamily Garage Sale Sat. May 21, 9am -4pm at Firehall #3 30435 Silverhill Ave. Plants for sale, house hold items, lots of quality kids clothes and more!

For more info & tables Call 604-820-1339

P.E.O. GARAGE SALE Last time at this location!

8 am to 3 pm CORNER OF WARE & MARSHALL (Church parking lot)

Sat. April 21~ 8 am to 1 pm

34150 Woodbine St.

Sat Apr 21 & Sun Apr 22 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 45533 South Sumas Road, Chilliwack

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FAWN PUG PUPPIES - ready to go.

Have shots, vet checked.

Adorable. $650/ea. (604)607-0207 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 Yellow Labs, p/b, 5m, 2f, $700, dewormed, vet chkd. Chwk. (604)7947633 (604)997-3040 No Sun. calls.

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Abbotsford 3rd floor Condo

SENIORS DISCOUNTS

Price $210,000 - negotiable.

Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included.

Crime Free & Certified.

N/S - N/P, Close to all amens.

Lease & Refs. Required.

Call 604-504-3708 Langley, park-like setting. Newly remod. 2 bdrm mobile. A/C, 2 decks, storage, Senior’s Park. Near shops, Hosp/Police $48,500 604-534-2997

Call 604-852-7350

DOWNTOWN. 1 Side newly decorated and vacant. Other side rented. Each side has 4 bdrms, 3- 4 pce baths, garden area & storage shed. $337,900. (604)534-2748.

ABBOTSFORD

MAINSTREET EQUITY CORP.

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease

HOUSES FOR SALE

PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS!

Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk.

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

2485 Hilltout Street 1 Bedroom - $665.00 2 Bedrooms - $756.00

DAVIES SAND & GRAVEL LTD 604-826-6736

LANDSCAPING

Call 604-751-2147 2525 Hilltout Street 1 Bedroom - $604.00 2 Bedrooms - $688.00

SAND / GRAVEL TRUCKING / LOADING EXCAVATOR / CATS LOWBEDS PIT - 11496 DEWDNEY TRUNK RD. MISSION Fax: 604-826-6716

YOUR LOCAL DEPOT • • • •

Turf Blend Garden Blend Mushroom Manure River Sand 3ml Top Dressing Ag Sand • Gravel - Quarry Material Whole Sale Prices for Construction Material Open to the public 25450 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge

332

PAVING/SEAL COATING

Fraser Valley Line Marking Line painting, pressure washing, parking lot maintenance programs. www.fraservalleylinemarking.com 604-768-4811

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Pick-up........or.......Delivery 604-462-8652 or 604-290-8683 Web Site www.riversand.ca Email: atandh@riversand.ca

✦ Mushroom Manure ✦ Bark Mulch ✦ Sand & Gravel

Pick Up or Delivery 8590 SYLVESTER RD. 604-820-0808

PLUMBING

$38/HR!Clogged drains, drips garbs sinks, Reno’s, toilets. No job too small! Lic’d/insured. 604-217-2268

BUYING OR SELLING?

$39 SERVICE CALL plumbing, heating, plugged drains. Big & sm jobs.

Use bcclassified.com - Merchandise for Sale 500’s

Ironman Plumbing (604)510-2155

320

MISSION TOPSOIL ✦ Screened Topsoil

MOVING & STORAGE

341

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

SEPTIC TANKS

NAHAL CONSTRUCTION

25 year of experience.

Call for your FREE estimate.

523

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

UNDER $100 ABBOTSFORD

DOUBLE BED, older style, painted white, mattress included. Free. Call: (604)852-1238

Spring Special Only $210 + taxes.

Call Clint @ Fraser Valley Septic - 604-856-7816

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2 BEDROOM ~ 1 BATH Extra Large Suites Free Heat & H. Water 3 Appls, Laundry Hook-Up.

MATTRESSES staring at $99

From $750/mth.

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

33184 George Ferguson Way

604-556-7742

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

548

560

FURNITURE

ABBOTSFORD 32120 Peardonville 1 bdrm. apt., F/S, D/W, gas f/p, NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Doreen @ 604-302-1229.

MISC. FOR SALE

ABBOTSFORD,32120 Peardonville 2 bdrm, 1 bathrm. apt., F/S, D/W, gas f/p, A/C NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Doreen @ 604-302-1229.

• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

Also great for crafts etc

BACK PARKING LOT (by shed) ABBOTSFORD NEWS 34375 Gladys Ave. FOR SALE: HEAVY DUTY, Commercial grade, 4-Hour Rated, Rolling Fire Door by Raynor Doors.

14’W X 10’H in very good condition.

New $16,000 – seldom used at only $9,000 OBO. Call: (604)835-8900.

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778

JOHN DEERE RIDER MOWER, 112 L, hydrostatic $1000. Child’s quad 70cc, $700. (604)851-9624

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

THE BARGAIN STORE BUY / SELL USED FURNITURE 604-826-3810

PETS 456

FEED & HAY

ABBOTSFORD - Abby Glen Apt’s 2959 Tims St. Reno’d 1 & 2 bdrm suites avail. Call 778-880-0920.

PALLETS Available Come & Help Yourself

TREE SERVICES

MAGNUM TREE SERVICE TREE REMOVAL. Topping / Thinning. Free Est. Fully insured. WCB. Competitive rates. 778-878-4708

563

MISC. WANTED

Local Collector Buying Old Coins $1, 50¢, 25¢, 10¢, Olympic, Gold Collections + Sets 604-701-8041

627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

572 PLANTS/NURSERY STOCK

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

356 Room $79 for Condo’s, Apartments

#1 PET SOURCE

I JUST TURNED 80

• Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 34633 Vye Rd. Abbotsford B.C. (just past Costco) 604-556-7477 www.buckerfields.org

My Dr. says “SLOW DOWN” My wife says “QUIT”

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865

www.recycleitcanada.ca

477

PETS

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed.

Ready to go to good homes. Over 20 years of referrals. 604-807-5204, 604-592-5442 or 604-854-1978

REAL ESTATE

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

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

625

ABBOTSFORD: 2 bdr + den, high rise condo, 1262 sf, 1.5 bths, Evergreen vill. pool, workshop, u/g prkg. $162,900/obo. (604)864-8922

ABBOTSFORD

Forest Terrace Apartments 34313 Forrest Terrace Abbotsford’s Best Kept Secret

1 & 2 Bdrms Stes 2 Full Baths, In-Suite Storage, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Garburator, In-Suite Laundry Hook-ups, On-Site Mgmt Please call for Prices.

Sorry no pets

Age 40 Senior & Adult Oriented Come See What You Have Been Missing!

Call Esther 604-853-0549

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABBOTSFORD Near 5 Corners. 1 bdrm $625/mo (1 person) 2 bdrm $725/mo. Call (604)751-3885 2 BD, 1bth Chlwk suit for rent. No smk. no pets. $725/mnth. Call Gerry 604-861-7560

Mainstreet Equity apartments are well secured and safe homes for your peace of mind.

Website:

www.mainst.biz ABBOTSFORD MALIBU TERRACE APTS ✦ NEWLY RENOVATED ✦

Heat, light, hot water, prk stall, clean quiet bldg.

1 Month FREE Rent On 1 Year Lease Early and Immediate Possession Available

Beech, Oak, Japanese Maples, Magnolias, Dogwoods, Katsuras, Rhododendrons 604-826-8988 8069 Nelson St Mission

CANE CORSO MASTIFF, shots, dewormed, tails cropped, vet ✓ $1,000. Call 604-826-7634.

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

Call 604-751-2165

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Phone 604-556-7705

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

Call 604-557-3708

33430 Bourquin Place 2 BEDROOMS

1978 14x60 2bdrm in Ruskin park $39,900 & New SRI single & double wides from $84,900. 604-830-1960.

New SRI *1152 s/f dblwide $77,900 *14x70 full gyproc single wide, loaded $66,900. Repossessed Mobiles & Modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

LET’S MAKE A DEAL NEW LOWER RENTS SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

12x68 3Bd, 2ba Mobile in Abby prk home $29,900, pad $480/mo. Also: 1979 14x70 fully reno’d w/dlx bath $59,900. Call Chuck 604-830-1960

I say “let’s make a deal on trees & shrubs”

Border Collie P/B puppies dob Feb. 18 M-$450: vet ✓ first shot. 604250-4360 or 604-856-7975.

Abbotsford Central Mountainview - Bakerview THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities.

Ref’s req’d.

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

www.dannyevans.ca

A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 8yrs

Call 604-557-3592 33136 George Ferguson Way

★ FREE ★

Tree removal done RIGHT!

ROLL - ON PAINTING Repaint specialist. No job too small.

Phone (778)823-2116

Call 604-557-6054 32030 George Ferguson Way

FIREWOOD

Jas 778-896-4065 Bell 604-339-2765

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

2814 Pratt Crescent 1 Bedroom from $604.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

LOUIS XV 5 pc bdrm suite, $3,500.

French Grandfatehr clock, sirca 1880s, $1,900 obo. (604)832-1857.

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

New and Re-Roof Specialist Residential & Commercial.

Shakes, Shingles and Duroid.

Benjamin Moore Painting - 1 & Houses. Call Dave (604)614-3416

503

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

365

Call 604-751-2147 604-557-3592 or 604-751-5595

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PRESSURE WASHING

Call Ian 604-724-6373

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

Cartage Ltd.

APARTMENT/CONDO

Available Now! 1 Bedroom - Also Bach. & 2 Bedroom

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

RON’S Handyman Services. Home reno’s, maintenance & installation.

Small jobs are okay! 604-302-5282.

706

Great View

Amenities include: swimming pool, hottub, exercise room, party room and 2 guest rooms.

626

RENTALS

ABBOTSFORD

FOR SALE BY OWNER

At Regency Park. Immaculate 2bdrm, 2bath, 1075 sq/ft, backing onto greenbelt, 1 secure u/g pkng spot, gas f/p, insuite laundry, 6 appli’s. Adult living, pet owners paradise!

MERRITT SxS Duplex.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

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GARAGE SALES

REAL ESTATE

MISSION: 1 bdrm $625 (1 person) or 2 brm $725, 2nd or 3rd Ave Call Steve: (604)751-3885

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT.

Call Resident Manager 604-850-7508 ABBOTSFORD

MEADOWOOD Apartment & Townhouse Complex

Phone 604-852-4696 or Email

meadowood@ pacificquorum.com Apartments 1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

Townhouses 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets Conveniently located at

3046 Clearbrook Road www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc

ABBOTSFORD “The Crossing” Luxury 2 bdrm 2 bath gr.flr corner unit. 7 appl, inste w/d, 2 prkg. N/S, $1200, May 1. Ref’s. 604-835-3300

ABBOTSFORD. Two 2 bdrm suites.

2 baths. 2 prkg. Gas F/P. Sec ent Nr. UFV. $825/mo & $950/mo. N/S. N/P. Gerry 604-859-1518.

MISSION. 2 BDRM APT on quiet cul-de-sac. W/D incl. Background & credit check performed. $750/mo.

No pets. Avail now. 604-820-6927.

A38 Abbotsford News Thursday, April 19, 2012 RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!

Park Lane Manor 33331 Old Yale Road Cozy 3 storey bldg, close to all amen. 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Close to transit, parks, schools; covered pkg, balconies, laundry room.

Small pets ok.

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 706

ABBOTSFORD

Under New Management

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease

APARTMENT/CONDO

CLEARBROOK Crime Free Living 31790 UNION AVENUE HURON COURT $200 MOVE-IN ALLOWANCE (Ask For Details)

Pet Friendly Buildings!

✳ 1 Bdrm. from $625/mo. ✳ 2 Bdrms from $745/mo.

This property is a participant in the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program.

CHELSEA PARK GARDENS 33710 Marshall Road

Rent incl’s; Heat, H/wtr, U/G Pkg Quiet, Well Maint. Build. No Pets.

1 Bdrms ..... from $625/mo.

2 Bdrms ...... from $771/mo.

Seniors Discount $25

For more info & viewing call

Call 604-751-3619

604-615-5402 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

Villa Vista 33292 Robertson Ave East

604-850-2467 Baywest Mgmt Corp

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge

Bachelors ........ from $521/mo.

1 Bdrms ........... from $625/mo.

2 Bdrms ........... from $771/mo.

2 BEDROOM

Villa Monaco 33263 Bourquin Crescent East Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!

Richard Court 33333 12th Avenue Cozy 5 story complex in quiet park like setting on Mission Hillside. 1 & 2 bdrm suites avail.

Close to transit, parks, schools; pkg, balconies, laundry rm. Small pets ok.

For more info & viewing call

778-788-1857 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

33298 Robertson Ave.

Refs & Credit check req.

Sorry No Pets

1 Bdrms ...... from $665/mo.

2 Bdrms ...... from $756/mo.

Call 604-751-2125 For leasing enquiries Call 604-751-2934 Mainstreet Equity Corp.

Website: www.mainst.biz

Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!

Nelson Court 33095 Old Yale Road Comfortable 3 storey low rise, convenient & affordable. 1 & 2 bedrm stes, balconies, lockers in & outdoor pkg, lndry rm. Close to schools & transit. Small pets ok.

WALK TO UNIVERSITY - 1Large 1 bdrm @ $650/mo.

- 1Large 2 bdrm @ $820/mo.

- 1Large 3 bdrm @ $938/mo.

This property is a participant in the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program.

Great view of Mt. Baker. Incl heat, H.W., parking & storage.

Close to all amenities.

Excellent for student, seniors or commuters. 2 Seconds to freeway on/off ramp. One Cat welcome with deposit. No smoking suite. Ref’s required.

For more info & viewing call

1916 McCallum Rd.

604-615-5397

Call 604-852-0827 or

Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

wellesleymgr@hotmail.ca

www.AbbotsfordApartments.com

Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!!

Town & Country Apartments 1948 McCallum Road Spacious Bachelor 1 & 2 bdrms avail Large Landscaped Grounds Public Transit at the Front Door Small pets ok This property is a participant in the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program For more info & viewing call

604-615-5382 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

ABBOTSFORD RENOVATED SUITES 11 LOCATIONS

• Bachelor • 1 Bdrm. • 2 Bdrm.

Inquire About Current Rental Incentives...

PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS! FOR LEASING & INFO.

Call Shawn 604-751-2934 or E-mail: abbotleasing1@mainst.biz

SPACIOUS APT. SUITES FOR RENT 1 bdrm & 2 bdrm corner suites Rent incl. heat/hot water!

Nice decor, clean, specifically designed for the needs of families, seniors, professionals & university students.

Abbotsford Apt Resident Mgrs are Crime Free Multi-Housing certified

Call Claire to view 604-852-2583 Minutes walk to Mill Lake, schools, Abb Reg Hospital, shopping.

Short drive to Sevenoaks & West Oaks shopping centres, theatre, UFV. Transit and easy Hwy 1 access.

Call Marilyn to view 604-855-3345 Excellent location on bus route. Within walking distance to all amenities - post office, shopping, medical clinic, library & rec. centre.

VILLA CHRISTINA 2 BEDROOM Available Immediately F/S, D/W, F/P, Insuite Laundry.

Secure u/g parking.

Adult oriented. Seniors Disc.

Sorry no pets. Ref’s required.

Please call 604-855-9697 for an appointment to view.

MISSION ~ Walk to Downtown.

1 bdrm apt. $670/mth. Free heat.

N/P. Adult oriented. 604-826-9774

Mission

CEDARWOOD MANOR * * * *

Friendly Management 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented

604-820-0128 MISSION

HABITAT APARTMENTS 33366 2nd Ave. Mission

Quiet, well managed, on site manager. Close to Downtown & Westcoast Express. NO PETS. References Required.

604-826-2538 Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division MISSION HILLS:

APARTMENTS Large, Bright & Clean 2 Bdrms Avail No Pets. Written ref’s required.

✯ Arlington Place ✯ 2487 Countess St., Abbts (Next to MCC) Very Competitive Rates Quiet, Clean, Well Managed.

NOW AVAILABLE LARGE 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat & hot water included.

Fridge, stove, d/w, microwave.

Senior’s Discount.

Resident Manager ~ LINDA

604-850-7050

✯ ASPEN COURT ✯ 2450 Center St. Abbotsford NEW BUILDING VERY COMPETITIVE RATES QUIET, CLEAN, WELL MANAGED NOW AVAILABLE BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES Heat & hot water incl. Fridge, stove, d/w, microwave.

UNDERGROUND SECURE PARKING

Ask for this month’s promo!

WEST POINT VILLA 31831 Peardonville Rd. 1 bdrm+den, lndry, d/w, fr/st garburator. Gas F/P, U/G prkg $770/mo incl’s hot water & gas. Avail May 1!

Paul (604) 864-4942 MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $630 & 2 bds starting $750, 1.5 bth, h, h/w & prkg incl.Games rm Criminal Record check may be req.

33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.

55 Plus 2 BDRM. 2 bath. Quiet seniors park. No smoking sm. dog ok prefer long term. Must pass strata requirements. Lots of storage. $1200 mo. Plus damage deposit.

Ph. 778-999-5993.

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HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD. Comfortable family home on acreage in Mt. Lehman, 4 BR, 3 bath, deck, 3400 sq.ft., N/S, N/P, lease, $2025/mo., avail May 1, 604-857-4136 ABBOTSFORD. 2 - 3 bdrm. older home on acreage in Mt. Lehman area. $1200/mo. Ref’s. Avail. May 1st. Call (604)807-5803 ABBOTSFORD 4 bdrm rancher, nr city hall, big fcd b/yard, $1300/mo.

May 1/15. Ref’s. 604-807-5449

MISSION UPPER / LOWER SUITES

Erroch Place - WATERFRONT! 3 bdrm rancher on Lake Erroch, appx 25 mins east of Mission, partly furnished, dock & boathouse, gated lot, lots of storage $1200/mo Bailey - Luxurious 3 level home in family cul-de-sac, 4 bdrms w/3 adjoining baths up, sundeck off the master bdrm, formal L.R./ D.R. kitchen, eatar, family room & den on main, rec rm down, REDUCED $1700/mo GREAT VALUE! home has bsmnt suite, tenant occupied by quiet family

ACREAGE McKamie - Beautifully updated high quality 3 or 5 bdrm 2 bath 2640 sqft home, gated property with towering pillars, hand scraped teak flooring, rich granite countertops, mahogany cabinetry chef quality kitchen, detached shop - $2,000/mo Nottman - 3180 sq ft bsmnt entry home on 1 level acre in Cedar Valley area, 3 BDRMS UP w/ den down & a self contained 1 BDRM SUITE, double garage $2200/mo

ABBOTSFORD. McMillan area, Lrg. 2 bdrm. bsmt. ste. 5 appl, gas F/P, NS/NP. Quiet tenants only. $950 + share utils. 604-852-0019.

ABBOTSFORD. Ponderosa St. 2 bdrm. Nr all schools. N/s, n/p. $725 incl. utils. Avl now. 604-864-6163

ABBOTSFORD: Sandy Hill. Spac 2 bdrm, priv entry/own lndry. New paint, NS/NP. Immed. Nr all amens.

604-825-0440 or 604-864-9146.

ABBOTSFORD W. 2 bdrm. suite.

Near freeway. $750/mo. incl. utils.

Ns/np. Avail. immed. 604-614-7114

MISSION 1 bdrm, sml clean g/l suite, W/D, N/P, N/S, would suit 1 person w/refs, util/cbl incl $650/mo.

Avail May 1 (604) 617-6561

MISSION 2 bdrm, cntrl loc, sh lndry neg, sm priv yrd, ns/np, refs. $850.

May 1st. (604)820-8369 lve msg MISSION, New 1 bdrm bsmt suite in quiet culdesac. W/D, D/W, priv prkng. N/S, N/P, avail May 1st, $695 incl utils. Call 604-814-2360.

MISSION, New 2/bdrm suite. Stave Lake/8th Ave. $750/mo. incl hydro, cable, net. N/S, N/P. Avail May 1. refs req. 778-896-9705

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All Makes, All Models.

New & Used Inventory.

1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1986 CADILLAC SIMMARON, 2.8L auto, runs exc. nice body. $1250.

Call (604)863-2255 1988 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2 turbo, burgundy, leather int, near new top, exc cond, $2500. (604)858-8332 2006 BUICK Allure CX. 94K kms.

No accd’s, local, garage kept. Exc. cond. $8,500. Abbts 604-855-1335 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convert.

Grey/grey. Loaded, priced to sell.

Please call Richard 778-222-0140.

2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $3500 firm. 604-538-9257.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1998 MERCEDES E320, 4 dr. auto, fully loaded, 80K, local, no accid, $6200/obo. Call 778-881-1216.

2004 HONDA CIVIC DX 4cyl 4dr auto a/c p/dl keyless entry,103K Great cond! $7500. 604-626-8894 2004 VOLKWAGEN TD 4/dr sedan, fully loaded, leather interior,sunroof, blue, 157K. 1 Owner. Mint cond! $10,900/obo. Call 778-240-1966.

2011 Hyundai Accent GL, 4dr sedan, loaded, 25,000km, $11,795, ex cond. 604-793-5520 (5961)

830

MOTORCYCLES

1980 HARLEY DAVIDSON. Looks & runs great! Ready to go for Spring! $7900/obo. 604-825-6793.

NEW 2 BDRM BSMT SUITE $850/mo, avail now. Incl in-suite laundry & util. Call Paul 604-7516708

2005 KAWASAKI KX 65, excellent condition, $1,900. obo. Call 604864-2800 MOTORCYCLE HAULER, triple or single, large lockable utility box for all your gear. Wide easy load alum. ramp incl. $1395. Ph. 778-888-6805

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1995 FORD 27’ GLENDALE Royal 147,000 kms. A/c walk around bed, tub, awning, excellent condition. $9,500. 604-826-4523 1996 23’ motorhome, Yellowstone Capri Class C, rear bed, $10,000.

Call(604)796-9508

APARTMENTS

2005 ROAD RANGER, 24’ trailer, like new, slide, microwave, q.bed, air, $15,000. Call (604)869-3466

FRASER VALLEY HOME TEAM

604-820-8888

www.andersonavenue.com

741

OFFICE/RETAIL

2003 21’ WILDWOOD 5th wheel, light weight, a/c, awning, slide-out beaut cond. $15,900/obo. Free storage till May/2012. 604-287-1127

2007 20’ CLASS C FORD Adventurer, 114K kms sleeps 4, f/s,full bath $27,000 obo (604)826-4925

752

MISSION: 3 Bdrm Townhome, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. 604-820-1715

757

747

RV PADS

845

WANTED TO RENT

806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1967 MUSTANG Conv auto, pb, ps, 289 V8, red on red, white top, GT frond end, exc cond. $29,500 obo.

(604)535-0226.

810

Apply

Now,

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022 CAPTAIN HOOK SCRAP CAR removal. Up to $300. cash for runners. Call 778-808-8877 ~ 24/7

FAST EASY REMOVAL OF UNWANTED VEHICLES Cash for all cars, trucks, vans, machines.

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bedroom bsmt. suite. F/s, nice patio. $800/mo. utilities incl. Ns/np. 604-832-2809

ABBOTSFORD East. 3 bdrm grd lv 950 sq.ft. Pri patio with view. N/S. N/P. May 1. $1150. 604-832-7800.

Loan.

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

SUITES, LOWER

WAREHOUSE/OFFICE space available immed. 2337 Townline Rd. Abbotsford. Call 604-854-5405.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

AUTO FINANCING

ABBOTSFORD 2 bdrm. main floor bsmnt. New , very clean. On Gladwin Rd. $750 mo. Avail. now.

(604)744-8826 or 778-245-0089

ABBOTSFORD. 3 bdrm. All appls. $1000 incl utils. based on # of occupants. No cable. Nr schl. Avail now.

Ns/np. Ref’s req. 778-808-2222.

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

TRANSPORTATION

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

RETAIL / OFFICE space for lease, 1800 s.f. 2485 West Railway, Abbotsford. 604-850-7731

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

ABBOTSFORD. Long term 1 - 2 bdrm. ground level, clean, legal suite for one very busy, bonded young senior. F/s, w/d, or hook-up, storage & parking. Love to garden, clean & pet sit. 604-866-8272

QUIET FAMILY CAMPGROUND monthly summer & year round sites 4 rent $315/mo incl water & sewer,electricity metered(604)826-2741

750

9’5 CITATION CAMPER, long box, north/south bed, fridge, stove, furnace, h/w tank, lots of storage, privacy glass, basement, outdoor shower, electric jacks. Nice shape. $10,000. obo. (604)820-2593

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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The Scrapper

2005 LEXUS RX330, 65,000 miles, no accid., 2nd owner, all pwr, very clean, $19,000. Call 604-722-4264.

Eaglecrest - Huge 3274 sq ft renovated 5bdrm 3 bath single family home in desirable east Abb. “Mountain Village”, stunning views w/ floor to ceiling windows,huge sundeck, classy kitchen, stacked slate f/p - $2200/mo LATITUDE - designer selected color scheme, open concept kitchen w/granite countertops & eating bar - 6 ST/ST appli, insuite ldry, electric f/p - spacious covered deck, gated u/g prkng.

Billiards & exercise room, hot water included. #214 - 1 bdrm + den - 666 sq ft West facing -$895/mo #110 - 2 bdrm 2 bath - 885 sq ft West facing $1100/mo

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10.

Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

2004 VW JETTA S/W, diesel, 185 km, new tires, battery, inj. pump. $8,900 obo. Phone (604)530-5529.

2000 Honda Shadow ACE Touring, 1100cc, 26,000k, seat back rest, blk/chrome, $4900. (604)792-1407

HOUSES

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

We Will Pay You $1000

MISSION. Newer bright 2 bdrm. cls. to leisure centre & transit. $800/mo. n/s n/p. Avail. May 1 /604-302-3933

ABBOTSFORD

AVAILABLE

MISSION AREA. 800 SQ. FT. SHOP. Available now. $450 + hst + hydro + gas. Security check and ref’’s. 604-820-8477, 604-820-0832.

ABBOTSFORD. Matsqui area. 2 bdrm. bsmt. suite. Np/ns. No laundry. Avail now. $650/mo. incl hydro. 604-556-3691 or 604-557-8023

AUTO FINANCING

GUARANTEED

ABBOTSFORD,Legal 1 bdrm, grnd lvl, lots of daylight, clean, nr schls & MRC. NP/NS, $600. 604-832-0603 ABBOTSFORD, LG 1BR, (NRMSA Arena), SM. PET ok, Reno’d, Ldry, ht. cntrl, 1 prkg, Cbl + Net. Inc. $700 + shrd. utils. Avail. Immed.

604-803-8585

TRANSPORTATION

Auto Loans or

ABBOTSFORD E: Beautiful 2 bdrm grnd lvl ste in newer Sandyhill area.

Priv ent, patio, kitchen w/island, f/p, D/W, own W/D, prkg. $900/mo. N/S N/P. Avail May15th. 604-557-9772.

MISSION 2 bdrm, close to schools & WCE, private patio, n/s n/p utils incl May 1st $800/m (604)556-6424

2 BDRM. $760

ABBOTSFORD - Attractive office &/or Retail Spaces Available. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Ph Frank@ Noort Investments 604-835-6300.

810

HOUSES

500 - 12000 sq. ft.

Ross Stathers 1-877-738-7603

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

SUITES, LOWER

ABBOTSFORD E. Avail. now. 2 bdrm. suite. Close to school & bus.

W/d. $1000/mo utils. incl. Ns/np.

604-870-9192 or 604-556-9182

MISSION: 1 bdrm, nice & clean suite. NS/NP. Near schools. Call 604-826-1346 or 604-226-1346.

storage, automotive, professional

604 - 854 - 6307

750

TRANSPORTATION

Egglestone - nice newer 2 bdrm suite in higher end home - f/s shared w/d - $800/mo+20% utils suitable for a single or couple.

Tarleton - bright above ground 2 bdrm lower suite in near new home, f/s, insuite laundry, $875/mo incl utils/cable.

6th Ave - 3 BDRM UPPER - in a well maintained 4-plex tastefully updated & in excellent condition, covered back patio, shared w/d, carport prkng $1050/m incl utils.

ABBOTSFORD

Quiet building. Mostly Seniors. Includes heat, hot water & cable.

NO PETS.

RENTALS

ABBOTSFORD - Sandy Hill 1000sf.

2 bdrm. walkout, NS/NP 6 appls, $900 incls. heat & hydro, new paint, Now. (604)557-0081/(604)614-2793

CALL 604-870-1118

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733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

Senior Move-In Allowance.

1 bdrms. from $630/mo.

ABBOTSFORD:

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Great location for seniors!

Clean, quiet & affordable!

Incl. heat, h/w, cable.

33405 Bourquin Place

715

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm w/bsmt fcd yard nr UFV. $875. May 1st. Pet on approval Refs 604-850-0550 lv msg

Available Now

Bachelors .... from $521/mo.

1 Bdrms ...... from $625/mo.

2 Bdrms ...... from $771/mo.

1 Bdrms ...... from $634/mo.

2 Bdrms ...... from $722/mo.

RENTALS

(604)826-9076

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2001 DODGE DURANGO SLT 260k 7 pgr runs & drives real good $4500 604-854-0536/604-820-6733 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6000 firm.

Call 604-538-4883 2007 4 door grey Ford Ranger, new winter tires, 85,000k, 6 cyl, CD, a/c, auto, $9800. (604)819-9963

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TRUCKS & VANS

1993 CHEV P/U with ext. cab, recent tune-up & brake job, runs great. Offers. Call (604)869-7376 1998 FORD LARIAT pick-up truck.

Looks & runs great. $2500.

Call 604-825-6793.

2002 JEEP LIBERTY blk 4x4 auto 134km tow kit local vry clean & well maintained $7900 (604) 309-7956 2007 DODGE CARAVAN - 74,000 kms. Excellent condition. New tires. $9,500/obo. 604-859-8263 2007 DODGE CARAVAN SE - 7 pass. air, tilt, cruise, pw. pdl, C/D, Like New! $6450. 604-556-4242

MARINE 912

BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

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ON MOST NEW 2012 FOCUS & FIESTA MODELS.

LONGER TERMS ALSO AVAILABLE AT OTHER RATES. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.

‘PEACE OF MIND’ USED VEHICLES

2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM. V6-auto. PW, PL, Air, Tilt/Cruise low kms. UC251200

SALE

3,888

$

2011 FORD 2007 FORD EXPLORER LTD. ESCAPE XLT 4X4

7 pass., Navigation Adaptive Cruise Control, Ford My Touch. PTB62083

SALE

2003 EXPLORER EDDIE BAUER

2006 FORD F150

7 Passenger, Loaded, V-6.

UT322465

SALE

9,888

$

43,688

$

5.4 Litre, XTL, 4x4.

UT657845

SALE

PW, PL Air, Cruise/Tilt, V-6 auto.

LT732519

SALE

7,888

$

9,888

2008 TOYOTA YARIS 4 Door, Auto, Air. UC888277

SALE

2008 FORD RANGER SPORT

8,888

$

2007 EXPLORER 2006 FORD F150 SPORT TRACK CREW CAB LTD., 4x4, Moon roof, V-8.

UT715003

$

• 30 Day satisfaction exchange guarantee • 156 Point MSA Ford inspection • 143 point BCAA inspection • Minimum 90 Day Warranty

VEHICLES INSPECTED

BY BCAA

SALE

15,888

$

Super cab, 4x4, Apperance Package, Auto, Air. UT811672

SALE

2010 FORD MUSTANG GT

King Ranch, 4x4, 5.4 Litre.

PT681065

SALE

9,888

$

Leather,5-speed, Trac pack. U CA03598

19,888 SALE $28,888

$

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