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MP turns out for Defeat Depression walk

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About 60 people gathered together on Sunday morning in Agassiz for the area's first ever Defeat Depression walk.

The walk was organized by Andrea McRae, and others who have lost loved ones to suicide, or have struggled with depression. MP Mark Strahl joined in the event with his family, and said a few words before the 9 a.m. start.

"I had been hearing about this (national event) for several weeks," he said. "And so I was so thrilled to find out we have an event in our area."

Defeat Depression walk and run events were held across Canada today, organized on a larger scale by the Mood Disorders Society of Canada.

Strahl said he's excited to see the country's new mental health strategy coming to fruition, and that it's something he's planning on working on in the future.

He said it's time for depression and mental health issues to be talked about more openly.

"I have high blood pressure, and no one would say that I am a weak person for that," he said, while the same isn't true for those fighting depression.

"We'll continue to fight the stigma," he said.

Depression affects almost everybody in some way, he said.

"It affects my family, and let's

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About 60 people participated in the Defeat Depression walk in Agassiz, including MP Mark Strahl and his family.

be honest it probably affects every family," he said.

Suicides go largely unreported in the media, as a general rule.

However, Statistics Canada reports suicide rates, offering an indicator of the severity of the issue.

In 2008, there were a total of 3,705 deaths by suicide in Canada. Twenty-

five of those were children in the age category 10 to 14.

Males are more likely to commit suicide than their female counterparts. In that same year, 2,777 of suicide deaths were men and 928 were women.

In British Columbia, there 462 recorded deaths by suicide in 2008,

about the same number of people killed by homicide and vehicle accidents combined.

To learn more about what's being done to help people with mental health illnesses, or to read Canada's Mental Health Strategy, visit www. mentalhealthcommission.ca. news@ahobserver.com

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that killed 20-year-old Steve Genberg of Mission last summer and seriously injured his 19-year-old passenger.

Const. Jordan Braid has been charged with dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm.

The Abbotsford Police Department investigated the incident and forwarded its findings to Crown counsel.

The charges were sworn against Braid last Friday (May 25).

Braid was on duty and driving a marked police vehicle just after 11 p.m. on July 12, 2011, apparently en route to a reported domestic dispute.

He allegedly crossed the centre line and collided head-on with Genberg’s Ford Mustang on Highway 7 near Bodnar Road in Agassiz.

Genberg was reportedly leading a convoy of four or five vehicles travelling on their way to Harrison Hot Springs.

Baird is also facing an ongoing code of conduct investigation in relation to this incident. He remains on administrative duties and is currently not involved in any front-line police operations, according to the RCMP. He makes his first court appearance June 26 in Chilliwack.

Your help is needed The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress.

No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided.

If you are interested in learning more about this challenging and rewarding opportunity, visit www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line.

The next training session starts on July 7.

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News All under control Agassiz firefighters fit in some practice time at a Lougheed Highway farm on Saturday.

The property owners are planning to clear the land, and donated the existing farmhouse to the department for a controlled burn.

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Volunteers take bite out of crime Visiting Othello Tunnels a more enjoyable experience for visitors THE OBSERVER

One vehicle rolls in after another, into the paved parking lot at the Othello Tunnels. Each one is filled with a different sort of visitor. There are families hoping to stretch their legs, couples hoping for some adventure, and tourists discovering local history.

There are motorcycles and motorhomes, tour buses and station wagons. There are dogs and kids and bicycles, too.

As varied as the visitors are, each and every person who arrives at the tunnels is clearly looking for the same thing — a good experience exploring the tunnels just down the pathway.

And so it’s with great pleasure that they all seem to notice the one couple that doesn’t leave the parking lot. They sometimes sit off to the side, enjoying the cool shade by their truck. Other times, they stand at the exit, waving goodbye as their visitors head for their next destination.

They are Glenn and Heather Sullivan, and they are part of a larger team of volunteers who spend their spare time watching the parking lot at Othello. This dedicated group of people is organized through the Hope Crime Prevention Office, and their presence at this parking lot has had an impact, they say.

“This was a hot spot once,” Glenn says. But with the addition of regular patrols, the number of vehicle thefts have gone done significantly, allowing visitors to enjoy their day trip that much more.

Mike Weightman, ICBC’s re-

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Glenn and Heather Sullivan, along with their dog Dakota, are among the volunteers who spend time watching over the parking lot at the Othello Tunnels.

gional coordinator for road safety, said the program has had “a profound impact on reducing crime.”

“When we first started with the Hope Crime Prevention Office in 2002 or 2003, the break ins (at Othello) were out of this world,” he said. “It seemed like it was under surveillance and the minute someone left their vehicle, it would get hit.”

There were as many as six vehicle break-ins or thefts each day at that time.

But last year, the RCMP had three reported cases all summer.

“We’re very proud of that,” said Geoff Hodgkinson, coordinator of the Othello Tunnel volunteers.

There are about a dozen who patrol the area, taking turns at times that

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It’s never the same time, so there is no pattern that thieves could learn.

“We just go our own times, and the bad guys don’t know when we’re there,” he said. And to keep the volunteers safe, and be even more effective, they are armed with police radios and constant RCMP backup.

“We are the eyes and the ears for the police out there,” Hodgkinson said.

The patrol is funded by ICBC, through equipment that volunteers can use. ICBC has also erected signs in the area reminding people to lock up their valuables.

There are people visiting from all over the world, Weightman said, and for a long time those worldtraveled guests were getting a very bad impression of Hope, B.C. and Canada.

Thanks to the volunteers with Hope Crime Prevention, that first impression has gotten a lot better.

“It’s amazing,” Weightman said.

“It’s really worked well.”

Besides being a watchful eye on the parking lot, the Sullivans and the rest of the volunteers keep track of the numbers of visitors, and place little reminders on the windshield of vehicles that resemble parking tickets.

Hope Crime Prevention could always use more volunteers for the many activities they help with, from the Othello Tunnels watch, to Brigade Days and even the Harrison Dragonboat Festival.

For more information, phone 604-869-5900.

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Dairy centre partnership to increase workforce Students invited to learn about dairy industry at UBC Research Centre Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Farming practices are typically passed down from one generation to the next. Milking, breeding, birthing, handling calves, working with various equipment, and

keeping the farm running smoothly are all taught slowly through time, as working dairy families grow.

But with the size of dairy farms ever increasing, the need to hire outside help is more and

more important.

Then there are those who dream of working with animals, but don’t have the luxury of growing up on a dairy farm.

Now, a new partnership between the B.C. Dairy Association and

MarketSAFE Certification Would you like to make, bake or grow products to sell at a farmer's market? Then you need to take this course. MarketSafe is a food safety training program for farmers & producers. The course was developed by BC FOODSAFE Secretariat & the BC Association of Farmer's Markets. This one day course will be offered at the Socia Building in Hope Friday, June 22nd from 9 am - 5 pm. Lunch and course workbook is included with the $85 fee. Instructor Annette Moore, has 20 years experience in agricultural food protection and HACCP. Space is limited so please contact Joanna to register by June 15th at 604-869-2279.

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UBC Dairy and Education Research Centre is hoping to entice more young people into the world of dairy farming.

An apprenticeship program is being piloted through the busy research centre, in an effort to increase the capable work force.

Last week, a group of about 60 Chilliwack students, teachers and parents spent a day touring the Agassiz facility and hearing about the industry’s needs. They also learned a bit more about the program, Dairy Production Technician Level 1.

The program is available to students prior to graduating high school, and focuses on maintaining farm sanitation, feeding the herd, milking the cows, monitoring cattle health and breeding, and operating a variety of farm equipment to support a dairy farm.

Seventeen students participated in the pilot program from November 2010 to March 2011, through Greenbelt Veterinary Services/ Dairy SMART Management.

Now the program is being opened up to Chilliwack high school students, with a “flexible delivery method” that works into regular schooling.

John Dick, DVM, said the partnership with UBC is a critical component of the program’s success.

“This facility is really important to the program,” he said. “There is a lot of stuff going on here in the research field

JESSICA PETERS / OBSERVER

Students from Chilliwack were invited out to the UBC Dairy Research Centre in Agassiz to learn about a new apprentice program available.

that will benefit the students as they learn, and I appreciate that.”

Nelson Dinn, Dairy Farm Manager at UBC, said the addition of students in the centre is mutually beneficial.

“The more students we put through, the more research we’re able to do,” he said.

UBC is a key research

centre for cow comfort — one of the most important factors in any dairy farm’s production.

They house 250 cows on about 350 acres, and grow almost all of their silage. As one of B.C.’s 566 dairy farms, it is a self supporting operation.

In addition to being an operating farm, the

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The Harrison Festival Society would like to thank the Sponsors & Donors who helped make the “May 5 Fundraiser with the band, Chilliwack” such a fantastic success.

Black Press, Go Audio, Chilliwack (the band) Shelley & Jaime Gammel, Long & McQuade, A Taste of Agassiz Committee, The Back Porch, Errol Brimacombe – Canwestart, Karen Buckley - Balance Within, Canadian Hazelnut, Darren Charlie, Len Davidiuk, Ernie Eaves, Farm House Natural Cheeses, Fraser Valley Building Supplies, Harrison Heritage House B&B, Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa, Jackson Triggs, Marilee Jones, Kim’s Country Café, Jane Kivett, Mission Folk Music Festival, Rob Nicklom, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Sandpiper Resort, Savvy Fashions, Spirit Yoga, Phyllis Stenson, Strut Wines, Sumac Ridge, Tulips of the Valley, Blair Waugh - Gold, Silver & Beads Studio & Fred & Liz Webber

centre is also open to the public, with interpretive signs placed around the centre, and tours available.

“I consider us to be the public face of the Canadian dairy industry,” Dinn told the group as they toured the barns.

“We see thousands of people a year here,” he said.

Classes will start in September, with two full days planned between September and November. Those will likely take place on district professional days. Students will also have to complete several workbook assignments during that time.

Students will attend two weeks of school at UBC in Agassiz instead of regular classes, in early and then late February.

And in April, they’ll head back to UBC for a final third week of classes at UBC. Tuition for the program is free, and graduates will be eligible to continue with Level 2 certification.

For more information, visit www.dairysmart.ca or www.dairyprobc.ca. news@ahobserver.com

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Performer giving it all for Relay Young ukelele player raising funds for Harrison’s Relay for Life Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

A full musical line-up will kick off the first ever Relay for Life in Harrison Hot Springs this Saturday.

Registration and reception will start at 6 p.m., in the tents at the lagoon. Then, the music kicks off with Matthew Cheverie, an amazing 10-year-old ukelele player, at 6:45 p.m.

Cheverie is no stranger to the limelight, having performed on many big stages, including Party in Park in Chilliwack and Abbotsford’s Got Talent competition.

Cheverie has personally been raising money to help with the event, and on Wednesday, Matthew’s father said he has raised about $800.

His goal is $1,000.

There will be a 7 p.m. warm up with Stomping Belle’s Dance Team, and the Survivor’s and Caregivers Victory Lap at 7:15 p.m.

This is the Village’s first Relay for Life event, to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society.

The relay is similar to the one held in Chilliwack (tonight) at Prospera Centre.

Teams will spend the night walking laps of the lagoon, having raised money for the cause.

The relay will end at 6:30 a.m. Sunday morning.

In Harrison, the beginning of the relay will be entertain-

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Matthew Cheverie has been raising funds for the Relay for Life. He’ll also be the first entertainer on stage when the event kicks off.

ment-filled, with performances by several local musicians.

Ian Schram performs at 7:30 p.m. and Adam Briscoe hits the stage at 7:45 p.m. Then, the stage will go country, with performances by Roger

Schmidt, and Harrison’s Todd Richard.

Richard is another performer who has put his hand out, in addition to lending a hand. He is part of the team, It Takes a Village, made up of the mayor,

some councillors and staff at Harrison Village.

When the sun has completely set, and the lights go down, the very moving luminary ceremony will begin (about 9:45 p.m.)

Personalized luminaries will line the walkway and will be lit in honour of cancer survivors and those who have been lost to cancer.

Luminaries can be purchased at the tent beforehand for $5.

For those participating in the relay, there will be games activities throughout the night.

The event is being sponsored

by Life Labs, Scotiabank, Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa, Van Houtte Coffee and several media sponsors, including The Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer.

As of Wednesday, the total amount raised for the event was $26,789.

Tim Dixon, relay coordinator, said the goal is to surpass $31,000 by Saturday night.

There are 13 teams registered to walk the relay to date.

They are Anita’s Angels, Harrison Resort and Spa, Harrison Hot Springs Communities in Bloom, It Takes a Village, ItsaPia, Jonalena Trelja Rydrre, Lori’s Angels, Mooving for a Cure, the Nightingales, Redcan, Slo-Mo, Spirit of Life and Team Superbad.

Reward being offered for arson leads ACE is offering a cash reward for information that could help investigators pinpoint who set fire to their building on May 15.

Information must be specific enough to lead to a conviction, said the school administrator Sandy Balascak. To be eligible for the reward, anyone with a tip must be willing to testify if

the case were to go to court.

Students and staff were evacuated on the morning of Tuesday, May 15 when a staff member noticed smoke and flames coming from the gas meter at the back of the building.

Had the fire gone on much longer, the building would have been destroyed, and the entire

surrounding area would have been evacuated, Fire Chief Wayne Dyer said at the time.

There is no doubt it was a set fire, he said.

Balascak threw an industrial sized sack of

pancake mix on the gas meter to stop the flames.

ACE is offering a $500 reward to help find the arsonist. news@ahobserver.com

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Disturbance leads to lockdown Kent Institution was in lockdown on Wednesday, following an inmate disturbance.

Officials have not released any further information as of press time.

The incident at the maximum-security federal penitentiary occurred at about 8 a.m. on May 30.

As is usual when there is an incident at

the prison, visits were suspended until further notice.

"In order to improve its practices and reduce future incidents, CSC will continue to work in an effort to review the circumstances surrounding the disturbance and take action where necessary," a media release stated Wednesday afternoon.

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Carrier Supervisor Assistants The Chilliwack Progress is looking for Carrier Supervisor Assistants in the Agassiz area.

This position is for Tuesday & Thursday, approximately 2-4 hours per day.

If interested call the circulation department at 604.702.5558 for more details.

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The excitement of passing that test as a teenager and getting the keys to the car are often the ďŹ rst step to independence and freedom.

For seniors the ability to drive makes it possible for them to carry on normal activities of shopping, attending appointments and travelling for recreation. Many capable drivers continue well past the age of 80, but in BC, medical exams are required at regular intervals after that age and seniors may be required to be re-examined to retain their licenses.

At 2:00 pm on Monday, June 18th, a Safe Driving Workshop is planned at Cheam Village Board Room, 1525 MacKay Crescent.

John De Martin, driver examiner for ICBC will assist seniors to review their driving habits, brush up on their knowledge and make a plan of action to stay on the road.

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Veterans need more support

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We are troubled by news that Veterans Affairs Canada is downsizing its department, including the district office in Victoria, due to budget cuts.

Unlike the days when much of its work dealt with the post-Second World War struggles and challenges faced by service personnel, Veterans Affairs today is seeing an influx of people whose experience came in such theatres as Bosnia, Rwanda, Afghanistan and various peacekeeping scenarios.

For those engaged in combat roles, their experiences might be similar to those lived through by their military predecessors. Yet the understanding today of the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychological illnesses is greater than the Second World War, when struggling Canadian servicemen were pigeonholed as having “battle exhaustion.”

In true military fashion, Veteran Affairs insists that none of its clients will be left behind as a result of the cuts to office personnel.

The union representing the workers, voicing a predictable doom-and-gloom response, argues that veterans will begin to fall through the cracks due to projected increases in already too-large caseloads for staff and the added time it will take to process client requests.

As in all labour-employer disputes, the truth probably lies somewhere in between. But the telling point in this conversation comes from the Royal Canadian Legion, which, for years, has done its best, given its limited resources, to fill the void in veteran support left by the federal government.

They expect the next four or five years to produce more diagnosed cases of post-traumatic stress disorder than ever, a scenario which, if not addressed, could have devastating effects not only on the individuals, but their families.

In a time of belt-tightening, the federal government needs to make cuts.

But no matter how it is sugar-coated by Veterans Affairs, the decision to downsize the department’s front-line operations not only sets a dangerous precedent, it’s a slap in the face to individuals who have willingly and bravely served their country.

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Scenes from the B.C. farm trenches B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher With ongoing pipeline and oil tanker skirmishes, and a hot summer for mining and logging still to come, the green war in B.C. shows no signs of slowing down.

Things are already hot in the Fraser Valley, where the federal government’s change to the definition of fish habitat has opened a new front on the farms.

Farmers briefly got into the public discussion by hauling a couple of cute calves into downtown Vancouver and staging a television-friendly demo in front of the federal fisheries office. They have been saying for decades that imposing salmon stream regulations on drainage ditches around their fields is impractical.

Fraser Valley Conservative MPs Randy Kamp and Mark Strahl even had the nerve to meet with local mayors to hear their concerns about B.C.’s most productive farmland, without inviting self-appointed “activists.”

Arrayed against them is an environmental lobby whose deep green wing was defined by Marvin Rosenau, a former provincial biologist who now teaches “fish, wildlife and recreation technology” at BCIT. “Mark Strahl is leading the charge of eco-fascists intent on making the last dime off the backs of the last remnants of an absolutely spectacular ecosystem,” Rosenau told the Chilliwack Progress. “A massive and productive floodplain of fish and aquatic values … has been drained, ditched, tiled and laserleveled for agricultural profit.”

The same could be said for the broad fields of Richmond and Pitt Polder farms north of

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the Fraser, a wetland diked and drained by Dutch settlers after Second World War. Farms are “industrializing the landscape,” said Rosenau, who stopped short of calling for them all to be shut down.

At the provincial level we have a new Animal Health Act, which threatens heavy fines or even

“Imposing inspections on land farms across B.C.’s vast area is even less practical. jail time for prematurely leaking reports of serious animal disease outbreaks. This was also portrayed as a jack-booted sellout of the public’s right to know, putting the business interests of land and ocean farms ahead of public safety.

Here’s what’s really happening. As is generally the case with meat inspection and livestock

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issues, the federal government is imposing rules on provinces in the wake of avian flu and “mad cow” outbreaks. Canadian beef was banned in 30 countries after a single infected cow was identified in Alberta in 2003.

B.C. Agriculture Minister Don McRae assures me this legislation will not result in reporters or environmental activists being thrown in jail for telling the public about sick animals. They and the farmers themselves can say all they want, once infections are confirmed and quarantines established.

McRae and Paul Kitching, B.C.’s chief veterinarian, pleaded for the public to understand that any farm reporting system must rely on voluntary compliance by farmers.

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stopped providing samples voluntarily. The fish farmers’ position was that you can have a co-operative system of farm inspections or one that’s imposed, but not both.

Imposing inspections on land farms across B.C.’s vast area is even less practical. Former Alberta premier Ralph Klein famously observed that the next rancher to find a possible mad cow should have “shot, shoveled and shut up” rather than file a report and devastate the industry.

Denham, the NDP and others appear to operate under an assumption that there should be sufficient government resources to sample and inspect every farm across B.C. for reportable contagious illnesses. This is similar to the fashionable notion that we should have enough park rangers to guard every cedar tree.

Tom Fletcher is a legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press

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Mailbag Humans made mess, need to clean it up

No such thing as a 'right-wing split' Every media outlet in southern B.C. has expressed surprise over the last few weeks over the byelection win in Chilliwack/Hope by the NDP and specifically by Gwen O'Mahony.

Prior to the election of April 19, some political "pundits" were predicting a win by either the BC Liberals or by the BC Conservatives. Only a few were giving the NDP much chance. They based their assumptions on the fact that the NDP had never won before in the Chilliwack area.

Such highly simplistic evaluations could be expected from political novices; however, one would expect a bit more thought from people who supposedly spend their lives in the political realm of B.C. politics.

However; these mistaken predictions paled in comparison to many of the more recent explanations as to why Gwen O'Mahony won in such a positive manner.

I could not believe what I was reading when I read that many media writers explained Gwen's victory as a result of the so-called "right-wing split". Many even went so far as to state that if there had not been a Conservative candidate that the Liberals would have won.

Such nonsensical statements ignore the hard reality of what has occurred in this area over the past three years and give no credence at all to the intelligence of the electorate.

I was personally very involved in all three of Gwen's campaigns over the past three years. I was her campaign manager in 2009 and in 2001 and played a major role in this more recent byelection win. I know for a fact that there were at least three very powerful reasons why Gwen won this byelection – reasons that had nothing to do with the "right-wing split".

First, Gwen has been a "canvassing machine" in

three successive elections.

She has personally knocked on over 30,000 doors since early 2009.

I know, because I either accompanied her on most of those visits and/ or personally planned every single canvassing effort. Gwen was and is very able at the door and has the unique ability to get her message across quickly. People sense that she is a conscientious person – one really worth electing.

Secondly, this recent byelection brought to the local NDP a wellorganized campaign like never seen before. There were several hundred volunteers who came out to ensure that the voters were contacted and our positive message was put forth. While the Liberals ran on a negative, attack campaign, the NDP message of a positive alternative resonated.

Thirdly, for the first time in history, the NDP matched the opposition financially. In the past,

we often had to run a campaign on 10 per cent or so of what the BC Liberals had. This makes it very difficult to conduct proper newspaper advertising, radio ads or flyer distribution. For once, the NDP was on an equal par in these areas and our efforts paid off.

So, please – let's put this fallacy to bed forever.

The "right-wing" split was NOT the reason the NDP won in Chilliwack/Hope.

Dick Harrington, Chilliwack

Re: Letter to the editor, Farmers respect nature The issue is not about fish, frogs, ditches or farming. It is about humans.

Seven billion of us, and growing. It is about the earth being finite in her resources. It is about all of us – farmers, suburbanites, and city dwellers. We all continue to take more, waste more, resources than the earth has to give.

We cannot clear every forest, farm every inch, build everywhere and survive as a species. We all need nature.

We all need to sacrifice for the survival of all species, including humans.

Can any of us really say that humans are not the cause of these problems? We all need to face reality that humanity is destructive, we have all created a huger

problem, for fish, frogs and humans.

We need the earth, and all its inhabitants, to survive successfully.

Yes, Agassiz has been farmed for the last hundred years, but for thousands of years before that it was wetlands, forests, lakes, it was a place where bears and frogs and elk lived.

The fact that a few have managed to hang on by a thread is not proof of stewardship. I would gladly share my few acres with any farmer feeling like having to plant a few trees along a ditch is really doing harm to the future of the planet. Humans are responsible for this problem. Humans need to solve it.

What are you willing to sacrifice for your grandchildren?

Lynn Amaral

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Sasquatch Days makes comeback Unearthing old festival will extend summer tourist season Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

The story of the Sasquatch has been told for centuries, in many forms. He lives in the stories of the area’s First Nation families, has shown up in news stories as old as the printing press, and is constantly on the minds of many modern-day myth busters — and believers.

The Sasquatch is out there.

It’s just a matter of finding him.

Celebration of this elusive creature goes back many years, too. The Sts’ailes First Nation has many traditional songs about the Sasquatch, and he is a very important character in many of their stories.

Now, another Sasquatch tradition is about to be unearthed.

Sasquatch Days was most lively in the 1930s, and was a largely cultural event.

Robert Reyerse, executive director of Tourism Harrison, said that resurrecting Sasquatch Days was an easy decision.

Back in the fall of 2011, Tourism Harrison, Sts’ailes and the Harrison Festival Society were in a group discussion, brainstorming ideas.

“It seemed like the perfect event to bring everybody together,” he said.

Sasquatch researchers such

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A Sts’ailes dancer performs a Sasquatch dance during last year’s Canada Day celebration.

as Bill Miller and John Green have regularly held Sasquatch expert talks in the Village plaza each summer, and Green will be a part of the event, being held next weekend.

The festival event will include canoe races, storytelling, a salmon barbecue, an exhibit

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in Memorial Hall, First Nation games, and even a medicine walk.

The choice to bring the festival back, particularly in June, was a strategic one to continue to boost tourism.

“This is a good time to promote Harrison,” Reyerse said, at

the beginning of the summer.

“We want to bring people into town earlier in the year.”

One of the biggest issues Harrison businesses face is the slow shoulder season, and Tourism Harrison and other groups are looking at ways to extend the time businesses can prosper.

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VICTORIA – Despite years of public education, almost 70 per cent of the houses that caught fire in B.C. in recent years still did not have a working smoking alarm.

Many of those were low-income homes, rental units, many on aboriginal reserves and other rural locations, according to a study of residential fire reports done by the University of the Fraser Valley. Seniors, disabled people and young children were at greater risk of dying in a house fire.

Justice Minister Shirley Bond and Social Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux revealed new support Monday for the B.C. government's campaign to get a working smoke alarm in every home in the province.

Smoke alarm maker Kidde Canada is donating 5,000 units with a retail value of $75,000 that will be distributed to B.C.'s most vulnerable populations this fall.

And Black Press, whose publications reach 1.2 million B.C. homes, has

pledged a public awareness advertising campaign worth $350,000 to remind people to install or upgrade their smoke alarms.

Surrey Fire Chief Len Garis, president of the Fire Chiefs Association of B.C., said the study used data from B.C.'s Office of the Fire Commissioner from 2006 to 2011. The study suggests that 69 lives could be saved each year if homes across Canada had working smoke detectors, he said.

"Smoke alarms give you time to escape from the fire – it seems pretty simple, doesn't it?" Garis told a news conference at the B.C. legislature.

"High-risk members of society are most likely to have a fire and least likely to have a working smoke alarm."

Garis emphasized that all smoke alarms should be replaced after 10 years, and batteries changed annually.

Further details about the campaign will be publicized in Black Press publications during 2012. More information about the research and the program are available at www.fcabc.ca

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50 Years Ago, 1962 • The body of an unidentified man about 50 years of age was found at the junction of the Fraser and Harrison Rivers. Police suspected it had come down the Fraser River. Dr. Booth confirmed death was due to drowning.

• A shipment of women’s work done by local women was sent off to the Red Cross headquarters. It contained 25 quilts, 14 caps, children’s sweaters and one baby set. Wool was provided for the articles by the Red Cross and President Mrs. F. Striker encouraged everyone to take wool and start an article.

• A new Brownie Pack was established at Harrison Hot Springs.

• The Agassiz Carpet Bowlers wound up the year with a banquet. Skip Lyle Whelpton again won the trophy for the fourth consecutive year with team mates Tom Novis, Ruth Novis and Esse Tyfting. Audrey Green won the singles trophy and Sally Crawford’s team topped the bonspiel.

• It was announced that new anti-resistant DDT had been developed to combat a growing resistance by flies, mosquitoes, bedbugs and other insects to the original DDT. Farmers and house owners alike depended on DDT in those days to control these pests.

A warm welcome The Agassiz Harrison Historical Society invites everyone to visit the museum to check out our latest building, “The Barn”. We have several new exhibits inside the museum as well, including “40 Years of Ladies’ Golf at Harrison” and a special display featuring the arrival of the Doukhobors in our community.

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Entertainment

• ACE and Legion BBQ on June 1 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., featuring the Library Live on Tour vehicle, and burgers made by ACE. • Aaron Moran, artist in residence at the Ranger Station, will be holding an opening reception for his art show, Excavations, on Saturday, June 2, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The show runs until July 2.

• Treblehook plays at Layback Lounge, June 2.

• Relay for Life, Harrison Lagoon starts at 6 p.m. on June 2. Entertainment includes music by Matthew Cheverie, Ian Schram, Adam Briscoe, Roger Schmidt and Todd Richard. A luminary ceremony starts at 9:45 p.m. For information,

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• HHS Multicultural Choir’s Spring Concert and FundRaiser takes place Sunday, June 3 at 3 p.m. Admission is $10, children 8 and under are free.

Tickets will be available through members or at the door from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. prior to the concert. For more information call 604796-2084.

• The Agassiz Farmer’s Market runs every Thursday from June 7 to September 1, from 3 pm to 6 pm in the Aberdeen parking lot at 7167 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz, featuring fresh local produce and many other products.

• Sasquatch Days are back, with celebrations throughout the day on June 9 and 10 in Har-

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Re-awakening of Harrison Hot Springs Grass mowers, motor boats, motorcycles and more keep the village hopping this summer Well, the elections are version of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;October finally over and our vilFestâ&#x20AC;?! lage seems to calm down Heck, we could even again. Congratulations are have our own brewery! in order to John Buckley. I Just think of the names we have high hopes for him could give our beers such and consequently for all of as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Agassiz Hops Pale Aleâ&#x20AC;?, us Harrisonians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;HHS Dragon Boat Brewâ&#x20AC;?

I always have been, and or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sturgeon Porterâ&#x20AC;?. I am still am, very thankful to all sure we could come up with RUTH ALTENDORF men and women who offer more! to tackle the job of mayor Harrison However, I was glad that or councillor, be it for a vil- Happenings I had a good rest, because lage or city. just a week later I was part There is so much to do of a team representing the and the time is short. There are so HHS Multicultural Choir at the first many wishes and hopes and it will â&#x20AC;&#x153;Harrison Hot Springs Health and never be possible to please every- Wellness Fairâ&#x20AC;?. body. But, while we are going from I am glad I did because the fair â&#x20AC;&#x153;John Aâ&#x20AC;? to â&#x20AC;&#x153;John B,â&#x20AC;? I know I will was excellent and hopefully it will miss John Allenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Election letters become an annual event. Health No.s. l, 2, 3 and even 4. and wellness is a broad subject, John knows so much about the important to all of us whether we history of this area and especially would like to achieve a healthier our village and has a humourous lifestyle or improve on the one we way to tell it all. He could be our already have. own Stephen Leacock who became The day passed very quickly due famous writing a book about the to the very knowledgeable represenâ&#x20AC;&#x153;going-onsâ&#x20AC;? in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mariposaâ&#x20AC;? which tatives of different aspects of health supposedly was actually Orillia, a and wellness one could talk to, as small town on the shores of Lake well as a number of demonstrations Simcoe, Ontario. they gave, including a yoga exercise Of course, it is not easy to write at the end of the day by Elizabeth such a book - the author has to be Mueller of the Spirit Yoga Wellness careful to â&#x20AC;&#x153;writeâ&#x20AC;? a fine line between Center and Cheryl Redfern of Cryshumour and sarcasm, else people tal Spirit. can get hurt or harmed.

The event was hosted by the HHS But back to Harrison Hot Recreation Committee led by Mayor Springs! On the first day of the Leo Facio, with the help of an excelVictoria weekend I was unusually lent new team of volunteers headed tired and sat on our deck listening by Elizabeth Mueller. to the sounds of â&#x20AC;&#x153;reawakeningâ&#x20AC;? all Another very healthy activity around me. will take place next Saturday, June The whining of the grass mowers, 2 when teams will take part in the motor boats cruising on the lake, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Relay for Lifeâ&#x20AC;? to raise money for cars and motorcycles coming and cancer research. going, dogs barking â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all welcome The activities take place aound sounds after the long winter. the Harrison Lagoon. Come out and Later in the day I went out for join in the fun! dinner with my daughter, Yvonne, Harrison is also presenting anand her husband and we passed the other activity in the HHS Memorial â&#x20AC;&#x153;Harrison Art Showâ&#x20AC;? at the Memo- Hall which is very healthy for body rial Hall just when they were pack- and soul: it is the HHS Multiculturing up for the day. I did not make al Choirâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Concert and Fundit to the show on Sunday either, but Raiser which takes place on Sunday, investigating reporter, Carol, told June 3 at 3 p.m. me that the show was as great as beAdmission is $10, children 8 and fore if not better and she knows a lot under are free. The price includes about art. coffee and refreshments after the I, however, gave in to still be- concert and door prizes. There will ing tired, went back to my balcony also be a raffle to help in our fundand celebrated the weekend with a raising efforts. bottle of Imperial Pale Ale named It will be nice to see you there to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Total Eclipse of the Hopâ&#x20AC;?, a strong â&#x20AC;&#x153;make new friends and keep the old ale from the John Mitchel Series onesâ&#x20AC;? as the song goes. brewed in the Howe Sound BrewTickets will be available through ery. And in my state of daydream- members or at the door from 2 p.m. ing I could see the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hophead Fes- to 3 p.m. prior to the concert. tivalâ&#x20AC;? I had read about becoming For more information call me at Harrison Hot Springsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; very own 604-796-2084.

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Katharina Helfer gives a visitor to the Harrison Health and Wellness Fair a reflexology treatment on Saturday. Hundreds of people stopped in at the fair, which featured dozens of exhibitors.

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Councillor Lorne Fisher (right) presented a commemorative medal from the Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay to Mayor John Van Laerhoven at a recent District of Kent council meeting. Fisher ran the last bit of the relay as it traveled through Agassiz on May 11. To watch a slideshow of photos from the relay, visit www.ahobserver.com.

EVENT PROGRAM Canadian Cancer Society Harrison Hot Springs Relay For Life – Saturday, June 2nd at the Beach 6:00 p.m.

Survivor Registration and Reception – Survivor Tent

6:45 p.m.

Matthew Cheverie

7:00 p.m.

Warm-up with the Stomping Belle’s Dance Team

Celebrate!

7:15 p.m.

• Support our cancer survivors - our Hero’s of Hope, by lending your applause as they walk the ¿ rst lap.

7:30 p.m.

Ian Schram

7:45 p.m.

Adam Briscoe

8:15 p.m.

Roger Schmidt

9:00 p.m.

Todd Richard

Preschool opens doors to new families Agassiz Christian Preschool is holding a preschool open house on Tuesday, June 5, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Bring your preschooler and spend time discovering what makes their preschool a special place. All visitors will receive a free gift.

Remember!

9:45 p.m.

JESSICA PETERS / OBSERVER

Survivors and Caregivers Victory Lap

The preschool is located at 7571 Morrow Road. They are a licensed facility and are currently taking registrations for their fall preschool programs for three and four year olds.

For more information phone 604796-9310 or go to www.agassizchristianschool.com.

Luminary Ceremony

• The lights go down, and personalized luminaries line the walk and are lit in honour of cancer survivors and in memory of those we’ve lost to this horrible disease.

Luminaries can be purchased and decorated in advance at the Luminary Tent for $5.

10:30 p.m.

Fight Back!

11:00 p.m.

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Safe driving workshop coming up A driver’s license is more than a plastic card. The excitement of passing that test as a teenager and getting the keys to the car are often the first step to independence and freedom.

For seniors, the ability to drive makes it possible for them to carry on normal activities of shopping, attending appointments and travelling for recreation. Many capable drivers continue well past the age of 80, but in B.C., medical exams are required at regular intervals after that age and seniors may be required to be re-ex-

Students at AESS participated in their annual Milk Run on Tuesday, circling the main part of Agassiz.

Here, some of the first runners record their times after crossing the finish line. About 185 students participated in the 3.6 km run, including 15 from Kent elementary.

amined to retain their licenses.

At 2 p.m. on Monday, June 18, a Safe Driving Workshop is planned at Cheam Village Board Room, 1525 MacKay Crescent. John De Martin, driver examiner for ICBC will assist seniors to review their driving habits, brush up on their knowledge and make a plan of action to stay on the road.

Plan to attend. Register at Hub International Barton Insurance in Agassiz at 796-2228 or with Senior Peer Support at 796-0409.

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Over the next week, readers will be asked to find cards strategically hidden around Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs.

But we wouldn’t send you out without a few clues. The easiest way to begin your quest is by studying the photographs on this page.

Each photo depicts a landmark close to that week’s card.

If that’s not enough, visit us online at (www.ahobserver.com or on our Facebook page) to watch a video of the location. Watch closely, because you may even see the Sasquatch in our footage.

For the tech savvy sleuths, we’ve even included GPS coordinates on this page, to land you within 3 km of this week’s card location.

Finally, make sure to visit our sponsor listed on this page and The Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer office for more clues.

Be sure to keep a close eye on our Facebook page, as we may release a few clues. But be careful, one of the photos released each week will be a ‘red herring.’ It’s going to be up to you to sort through what is real, and what is not.

If you do find a card, bring it directly to The Observer office in Agassiz to claim your instant prize. You will also be entered to win a grand prize at the end of the contest. The four semi-finalists must be able to attend a ceremony on June 9th in Harrison Hot Springs to be eligible to win the grand prize.

Now, start your Quest!

Instant Prizes: Each person that find will win an instant pri s a card ze as as they bring the card soon to The Observer office.

Finalists: Finalists must be able to Saturday, June 9th Sas attend the quatch Days where a grand prize-win ner will be announced.

RULES: Contest runs from Ma y 25th until June 5th at 4 pm. Winn ers MUST be available to attend Sasquatch Days to claim prize (Ju ne 9th time to be announced), no cash alternative, judges dec ision is final, no correspondence wil l be entered into, employees and imm ediate families of Black Press, Tourism Harrison, sponsors or the Sasquatch Days commit tee members are exempt.

Clues will be found on public land only, no digging or damage to property is necessary.

This contest is for entertainment purposes only.

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Community

Meet the Pros JUNE 2012

YO U R S O U R C E F O R QU A L I T Y LO CA L P R O F E S S I O N A L S

R.C.E. APPLIANCE REPAIR 604-796-2834 Service to all makes of washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers & refrigerators

SILVER SKAGIT ENT. LTD.

Custom Window Coverings/Blinds • Furnaces Licensed Bonded • Water Heaters Insured • Boilers • Patio Heaters • Sheet Metal Installations • Gas Fitting • Fireplaces

604.796.0770

50% Off & No Charge Installation*

Local Moves, Pick up & Delivery, also Freight

*until June 30

Dale McIsaac 604-869-0981 | 604-860-9437 twodollars@shaw.ca

FRANK MUELLER - Consultant 604-316-9398 • Jeneric-system@shaw.ca

Groundworks

KENT PLUMBING & HEATING LTD.

Landscaping / Lawncare

aerating/power raking lawncare & yard maintenance

For all your Service, Repair & Installation Needs “One call does it all”

weeding/yard clean up hedge & tree pruning

604-796-2705

bobcat service pressure washing paver stones/ retaining walls

24 HOUR LICENSED SERVICE

604-819-8786

PLUMBING SERVICES

Hope Auto Body Ltd.

FINBACK CUSTOM WOODWORKS 604.796.1196 | 604.857.3375 (cell)

New Cabinetry, and Cabinet Refacing Counter Tops 6390 Pioneer Ave, Agassiz

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM

• Complete collision & glass services • Courtesy Vehicles • Express repair facility - all insurance company estimates written here

966 6th Avenue, 604 •869 •5244 www.hopeautobody.ca

CARPENTRY SERVICES

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FRASER CANYON GLASS LTD. Windshield replacements Rock chip repairs All private insurance co.

Certified Automotive Glass Technician 35 yrs exp.

Full Service Glass Shop

DOMESTIC & IMPORTS

531 CORBETT ST. HOPE, BC. 604-869-9514

CASTLE CLEANING & ORGANIZATION

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❧ the ease of organized: comfort of clean: clutter busting! green cleaning products closet solutions regular cleaning pantry set ups spring/seasonal cleaning gift certificates office/garage organization move in/out up/down scale move

debra cornish 604.796.0406

service@castlecando.com www.castlecando.com

School year wrapping up Commencement ceremonies are being held tonight at Agassiz elementary secondary school, starting at 5 p.m. In addition to the many awards and scholarships the graduates will receive tonight, there are successes throughout the school year to be celebrated.

Congratulations to all our local students.

Honour Roll Grade 7 Jordan Baker Tanner Douglas Hannah Exley Trevan Kozel Bradee Lowe Lauren Lowe Serena Madsen Jessica Read Kendra Russell Coby Sayo Cody Sayo Jenna Smith Emily White Grade 8

Inaki Aguirre Lindsey Debruin Leif Forge Taylor Lees Jacob Lucki Janelle Ryan Euan Sayo Sydney Vander Wyk Autum White Ian Wilson Grade 9 Zach Callander Andrew Cercel Megan Debruin Carl Graham Elisha Johnson-Jensen Vanessa Kohuch Eric Peterson Michelle Pollock Hunter Ramey Grade 10 Moise Cercel Kaelin Duncan Desireah Eustache Maggie Eustache Adrienne Ferguson Kim Garcia Esa James-Point Nicole Johnson-Jensen

Ross McInroy Emma Schram Jessica Souliere Eric Theede Grade 11 Leanne Bodnar Amanda Boorman Jesse Brewer Jon Cerel Angela Charlie Kim de Jong Shelby Dodd Brooke Duncan Simon Fast Kieran Forge Jae Min Hwang Eric Klody EJ Link Grant Morley Hillary VanderEijk Grade 12 Taishyo Hampton Gage McLaren Hailee Moore Galen Schram Sam Shah Courtney Striker Trevor Van Laerhoven Karsen Yolland

B Honour Roll Grade 7 Chelsey Barnett Nicole Callander Riley Finlay Kristen Fleming Charlie Frederickson Cassandra Garand Alexandria Howe Ben Inkman Matthew Irwin Kalem Isbister Tyler Krossengeraz Alyssa Lawley Ben MacPherson Jacob MacPherson Owen McNeil-Joseph Sebastian Molina Makenna Nickel Matthew Pelletier Haley Reid Alex Schwichtenberg Martin Skoda Garrett Taliby Grade 8 Tamara Andrew Chase Bestwick Zane Eilliott Millar Frederickson Shareena Malhi Kayla Myles Braydon Peters

Lauren Reynen Hayden Simon Katelynn VanderEijk Grade 9 Nick Allen Rachel Brown Reese Jacobi Robert McNeil-Bobb Makayla Pollock Alex Robertson Amber Ruddell Jade Solomon Esme Van Paridon Melissa Vermette Grade 10 Devon Armstrong Logan Baxter Hee Jin Cho Dennis de Jong Megan Harder Tyler Kafi Sabrina Khan Colby La Fond Jessica Leins Bailie Lowe Siequa McNeil-Bobb Lyndon Striker Tianna Stuyt Aaron Szostak Grade 11 Robbie Allen Jon Cercel

Lisa Demers Rachael DePatie Tommy Hrynkiw Spencer McColl Zackery McNeil-Bobb Esther Nam Eric Paterson Ashton Penner Kim Peterson Jason Staiger Heidi Sanchez Venina Senn Kat von Albdeyhll Casey Woronuik Grade 12 Ayla Baker Jolene Baker Brooke Bobb-Reid Adam Briscoe Haliey Brown Troy Charlie Alicia Ellsworth Cheyenne Evans Emma McNeil Brian Meger Kassandra Morin Larissa Mydonick Warren Point Laura Reyerse Summer Smith Devan Vander Wyk

Effort Roll Grade 7 Jordan Baker Tanner Douglas Hannah Exley Trevan Kozel Alyssa Lawley Bradee Lowe Ben McPherson Serena Madsen Sebstian Molina Jessica Read Kendra Russell Coby Sayo Martin Skoda Emily White Grade 8 Inaki Aguirre Tamara Andrew Lindsey Debruin Leif Forge Keith Machelle Taylor Lees Jacob Lucki Janelle Ryan Euan Sayo Sarah Sisson Sydney Vander Wyk Karen Walton Autum White Ian Wilson Grade 9 Zach Callander Andrew Cercel Megan Debruin Carl Graham

Vanessa Kohuch Eric Patterson Makayla Pollock Grade 9 con’t Michelle Pollock Hunter Ramey Alex Robertson Amber Ruddell Esme Van Paridon Grade 10 Devon Armstrong Logan Baxter Moise Cercel Hee Jin Cho Kaelin Duncan Desireah Eustache Maggie Eustache Adrienne Ferguson Kim Garcia Megan Harder Esa James-Point Nicole Johnson-Jensen Tyler Kafi Sabrina Khan Colby LaFond Baillie Lowe Ross McInroy Siequa McNeil-Bobb Josh Regehr Emma Schram Jessica Souliere Aaron Szostak Eric Theede Grade 11 Robbie Allen Mikah Bresland

Jon Cercel Angela Charlie Kim de Jong Lisa Demers Shelby Dodd Grade 11 con’t Brooke Duncan Simon Fast Kieran Forge Tommy Hrynkiw Jae Min Hwang Eric Klody EJ Link Zack McNeil-Bobb Grant Morley Esther Nam Kim Peterson Heidi Sanchez Hilary VanderEijk Katerina von Albedyhll Grade 12 Troy Charlie Alicia Ellsworth Cheyenne Evans Taishyo Hampton Shayla Harry Amber Louis Gage McLaren Nicole Nuttall Brett Point Laura Reyerse Galen Schram Sam Shah Summer Smith Courtney Striker Trevor Van Laerhoven

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ON THE WEB:

INFORMATION

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OBITUARIES

LOST- SET OF KEYS with round black harley starter. Possibly near skate park or general Agassiz area.

If found please call 604-996-9352

TRAVEL bcclassified.com

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HEDRICK, It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Henry Jacob Hedrick on May 17, 2012.

Born in Loos, BC, Henry is survived by his wife Edna Louise, of 70 years, his children; Ron Sadea of Agassiz, Ted of Maple Ridge, Daryl (Gay) of Agassiz, and Robin (Dale) of Port Williams, Nova Scotia. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; Jim (Leah), Mike, Brock ( Alisha), Chad (Lisa), Kari, Morgan and Blake, and five great-grandchildren; Jacob, Nathan, Hannah, Grace and Cole.

Henry proudly severed in the Second World War, enlisting in the army in July 1940, in Prince George, BC. He served as a Rocky Mountain Ranger in the UK and Mediterranean. After being discharged from the army Henry was self employed in the cedar shake industry. He lived to fish, hunt and spend time with his children and grandchildren and could alway be found in his workshop.

A private family service will be held in Agassiz, BC. Burial to be held in Prince George, BC.

Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack. 604-792-1344

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CARDS OF THANKS

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

Fraser Valley Forestry company located in Harrison Mills currently seeks an exp. Accounts Payable Clerk. Must be proficient with simply accounting and excel.

Reconcile vendor accounts and other accounts as required.

Wage commensurate with experience.

Please e-mail resume with cover letter to Mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS FOR SALE Be your own boss publishing your own local entertainment / humour magazine. Javajoke publications is offering an exclusive protected license in your area. We will teach you our lucrative proven system, step by step by step to create the wealth that you want.

Perfect for anyone FT / PT, from semi-retired to large scale enterprise. Call today to get your no obligation info packet.

Toll FREE 1-855-406-1253

Help Wanted!!! Make up to $1000 a week Mailing brochures from home!

FREE Supplies! Genuine Opportunity! No experience required. Start Immediately! www.theworkinghub.com

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

CLASS 1 DRIVERS WANTED! Sign bonus $2000 for Owner/op ph: 604-598-3498/fax: 604-598-3497 DRIVER. Class 1 Drivers wanted.

Offering top pay. Close to home.

Home most weekends. Family comes first! 1 year flat deck exp. & border crossing a must. Fax resume & driver abstract to 604-853-4179.

EXPERIENCED full time Class (1) driver required for early mornings at Fort Langley location. Must have clean abstract, submit to drug testing, criminal record check, and possess a valid passport. Job includes delivering to local Nurseries and Greenhouses in Lower Mainland as well as short trips across the border into Washington State. Should be familiar with walking floor & pushout trucks. $19.00 to start + OT. Excellent benefits pkg & pay increase after 3 months. Please fax resume & abstract to (604) 888-4664 or email tommy@westcreekfarms.com

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A huge thank you to all who assisted on May 17, 2012 at the accident which took our father and grandfather Henry Hedrick. We are very thankful that grandson Blake is back home in Nova Scotia recovering.

Thanks to all who sent cards, baking, flowers and phone calls.

They were very much appreciated.

The Hedrick Family INFORMATION

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HELP WANTED

An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic.

You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051

EDUCATION

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783 APPLY NOW: Pennywise Scholarship For Women to attend Journalism certificate course at Langara College in Vancouver. Deadline May 30, 2012. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Sites in AB & BC. Hands on real world machine training. NO Simulators. Start any Monday.

Funding Options. www.IHESchool.com 1-866-399-3853

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HELP WANTED

$100-$400 CASH DAILY

PropertyStarsJobs.Com

February 3, 1941 - May 9, 2012 Arthur Sicard of Agassiz, BC, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2012 at Chilliwack General Hospital in his 71st year.

Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Anne, son Ross, daughters Martha (Gary) and Vanessa; his beloved grandchildren Michael, Megan, Kristy, Marissa and Joelle; sisters Irene (Ron) and Louise and brother Roger. He was predeceased by his father Louis in 1989, mother Isabelle in 2005, his sister Anita (1948) and brothers Raymond (1958), George (1995) and Marcel (2009.)

Arthur was born in Manitoba on February 3, 1941.

In 1944 his family moved to Agassiz, where Arthur stayed and worked in the logging industry at Watkins Sawmills, H&F Logging and Lineham Logging for over 40 years.

He loved to hunt, go fishing at the river and to visit his good friend Gordon and his two dogs, whom he looked after when the family was away.

Cremation and no service at the request of deceased.

Donations in Arthur's memory may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

for Landscaping Work!

Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

Arthur Marcel

It is with great sorrow and sadness we announce the sudden passing of Leona Margaret Carrie Holland.

Leona passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at Harrison Mills BC at age 54 years. She was born May 15th 1958 in Maple Ridge, BC Leona is survived by her husband, Chris Lepine, son Wyatt; her parents, Len and Ruth Holland, her brother, Philip and many other loving family members and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Rowena’s Inn on the River, on Sunday, June 3, at 1:00 pm. If friends so desire, memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be directed to a charity of your choice.

During her shortened life, she touched the hearts of many.

Please visit: www.hendersonsfunerals.com to leave a message of condolence for the family.

GETAWAYS

STAYCATION at Sun Peaks Resort! Spring Special: Stay 6 nights, pay for 4, Vacation rentals Condos/Chalets,1-4 bdrm. Full kitch. F/P, hot tubs.

1-800-811-4588 www.BearCountry.ca

SICARD

HOLLAND, Leona Margaret

LOST AND FOUND

LOST - RINGS, Tuesday May 15 in Greenpoint Day Area, Harrison Lake, 2 rings: - one is a 40 yr old wedding ring with small diamonds, one is a silver ring with native design. Owner very upset. Please call 1-604-465-3445, 1-727-3445 or email bjathome@shaw.ca. reward.

Henry Jacob

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FOUND- a set of keys on Golf Road. Call to identify 604-796-2030

ANSWERS

Advertise across Advertise across the the Advertise across the Lower Mainland Lower Mainland in in lower mainland in the 18 18 best-read the best-read thecommunity 17 best-read community communityand newspapers newspapers and newspapers.

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June 1, 2012

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . . . . . . 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . 9-57 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-76 CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-98 EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK . . . . . . . . . . . 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE . . . . . . 503-587 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603-696 RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-862 MARINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903-920

F/T caretaker wanted for apartment building in Agassiz. Duties include janitorial, maintenance, providing access to contractors, any afterhours emergencies. Agassiz resident preferred. Resume to Ngstrata@gmail.com

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EXPERIENCED GOLF COURSE MANAGER required for full length 9-hole course with Pro Shop.

More information at: www.harrisonresort.com email: hhshr@harrisonresort.com Fax: 604-796-4712

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Technical and Compliance Manager Mainland Sand & Gravel Ltd. (www.mainlandsg.com) is recruiting for the permanent full time and immediately available position of Technical and Compliance Manager.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Mine Manager at the Cox Quarry site in Abbotsford. Primary responsibilities include technical support to all staff regarding the mining plan, capital works projects and maintenance upgrades. In addition, you will be responsible for managing permitting and compliance issues as well as co-ordinating the work of consultants, surveyors and others engaged to assist with the administration of a large hard rock quarry.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated an ability to work sell with others and have shown a practical approach to problem solving in the mining, construction aggregates or a related field for a minimum of ten years. Although not essential, a Professional Engineering or AScT designation is preferred but good interpersonal and presentation skills and proficiency in both written and verbal communication are essential.

Mainland Sand & Gravel offers a salary commensurate with experience, a company vehicle or vehicle allowance and a full benefits package including medical, dental and pension.

Interested applicants should forward a resume to resumes@ mainlandsg.com. While we thank all applicants for their interest, Mainland will respond directly only to those selected for interviews.

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HELP WANTED

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MATURE COUPLE/single person to be caretaker & p/t laborer. Accommodations prov’d, small equipment exp. req’d. Salary to be negotiated.

Reply to Box #235 c/o 34375 Gladys Ave., Abbotsford BC V2S 2H5.

NOW HIRING! Up to $20/hr

Join our Marketing/ Advertising team now Busiest time of the year!

Hiring 12 f/t CSR reps Must be outgoing and motivated!

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

INSTALLERS & HELPERS for SHOWER DOOR & CLOSET ORGANIZER INSTALLATION Black Forest Restaurant in Harrison Hot Springs requires a full time Sous Chef and line cook. Wage negotiable.

Please call 604-880-7452 to make appointment. Bring resume, in person, to 180 Esplanade Ave, or email blackforest@telus.net

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

GARDENING

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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

Surrey’s Leading Glass & Shower Door Company Rahul Glass Ltd. is looking for experienced Full-Time Installers & Helpers.

Exciting packages will be offered to those with previous exp.

WILLING TO TRAIN. Punjabi speaking is an asset.

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

T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250286-9502.

Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com WANT TO SEE Scenic BC! Needed Immediately . Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + Benefits. For more info. e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca. Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax: (250) 567-2550

WAREHOUSEMAN

wanted by Fuchs Lubricants Co. in Langley to do shipping / receiving, packaging and yard maintenance. Must be physically fit and capable of some heavy lifting and forklift work.

$17/hr. to start immediately + Benefits & Profit Bonus.

Email resume to custservpacific@fuchs.com or fax to 604-888-1145

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS JOHNSTON Meier Insurance (Vedder) is currently seeking an experienced Autoplan/PL CSR, Level 1 with 2 years experience, email resume: veddercrossing@jmins.com 604-824-4849 - Rob Vissers

Saturday, June 2

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

9 am - 2 pm

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PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Project Engineer in Kitimat, BC, Canada.

The Project Engineer will possess competency in the followign areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner Oversees the Administration of Contract (Accepted Bid Package) and Information Management - Assists with Project Administration and Cash Flow Ensures a safe work environement - Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; or 2 to 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience - Ability to work in a team environment -Ability to define problems, gather data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Send Resume to: patton@bakerconcrete.com

DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for QAQC Manager in Kitimat, BC, Canada.

The QA QC Manager will have knowledge in the following: Responsible for all inspection activities - Assign qualified inspection and test personnel to perform their applicable quality related activities - Responsible for review and approval of test controls and test results, inspection records and welding inspections. - Document nonconformances - Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, scientific, or construction-related discipline from four-year college or university; or 2 to 4 years related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the civil discipline Knowledge of construction practices (i.e., formwork, rebar, concrete placing, etc) is preferred -Demonstrated skill and knowledge with applicable Quality codes. - Must have knowledge of the general structure of quality assurance programs, especially of inspection and testing procedures under those programs. Please send resume to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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HELP WANTED

Pressman The Abbotsford Press Centre has an opening for a Pressman on our spare board. Web Offset experience a must.

Must be available for shift work. References required.

Interested applicants should direct their resume to: Press Manager, Abbotsford Press Centre 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 Fax: 604-853-2195. No phone calls please e-mail: dwarne@blackpress.ca We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.blackpress.ca > www.bclocalnews.com

ADVERTISE YOUR GARAGE SALE

(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

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc is seeking skilled Tower Crane RIGGERS for projects in the GVRD. Rigging ticket, experience on a commercial construction site working under a crane is required. Send resume via fax:

604-241-5301 or pclvancouverjobs@pcl.com

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reli778.344.1069

7360 Elm Road.

LOTS OF CHILDREN’S ITEMS!

1 x 1 ad, Garage Sale signs & a list of helpful hints.

$15

Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Exterior Projects. Master Painters able, Efficient & Quality Paint.

Call Kerry 604-796-4300 kerry@bcclassified.com

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Make sure you have a great turn out!

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

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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Deadline for publication is Tuesday, 4pm

HOME IMPROVEMENTS PETS

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc is seeking skilled Formwork Carpenters and apprentices for projects in the GVRD. Good knowledge of commercial construction forming systems/ processes and training in Fall Pro, Scissor Lift an asset.

Send resume via fax:

604-241-5301 or pclvancouverjobs@pcl.com

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GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt shingles, flat rfs. Cln Gutters $80. Liability Insur. 1-855-240-5362

LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217

2 bd, 1bth Chlwk suite for rent. No smk. no pets. $725/mnth. Call Gerry 604-861-7560

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

Agassiz, Woodside Terrace, 1bdrm apt, clean, well maintained, patio, off street pking, close to ammen. pet negot. $575/m, avail June 1, Ross Fullbrook, PREC Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

25 yrs in roofing industry HOME $ENSE - Reno’s / Repairs Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks etc. Call for an estimate. 604799-3743. Homesense@shaw.ca OF Home (604)501-9290

Improvements,

PERSONAL SERVICES

Family owned & operated.

Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626 mainlandroofingltd@gmail.com

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WAIST AWAY the summer days in a new bathing suit. Get your 1st 9 weeks for $99 - Proven Results!

Call Herbal Magic right NOW 1800-854-5176.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

FINANCIAL SERVICES

• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM

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Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

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Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.

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AUCTIONS

Auction Estate Antique Collectable . June 3 @ 1pm at Dodd’s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259. View photos at doddsauction.com

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UNDER $100

DOLLAR DEALS!

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

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

$2 per week in $100 & Under $4 per week in $200 & Under $6 per week in $300 & Under

TREE SERVICES

Kerry 604-796-4300 kerry@bcclassified.com

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

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

PETS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 477 COMPUTER SERVICES

PETS

Australian Shepherds, P/B, 7 wks, shots, worming, reg parents, $500.

Call (604)791-1215

Rick’s Computer Services

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Advertise your $100 or less item

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused.

Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

ELECTRICAL

TOY POODLE puppies. 1 apricot, 1 white, both male. Adorable. $700.

778-240-2400 (Cloverdale)

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MOVING & STORAGE

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting, $45hr + gas.

(604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

BORDER COLLIE PUP, male, 13 wks. Registered. Strong trialing & working pedigree. Vet checked. 1st shots. $500. 604-854-6637 Abbts CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed.

Ready to go to good homes. $650: 604-807-5204.

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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 COCKER SPANIEL Puppies Family raised – pure bred, no papers, $500. (604) 888-0832 English bulldogs: 1 rare black tri, $3500, ckc reg.; 1 rare blck/whte tri, $2500, females. (604)791-1215 shamrocksuniquebulldogs.com

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

560

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ALDERGROVE 7 bdrm, 4 bath, 9 yrs old, 2 a/g stes on 1st floor, 4 bdrms up, open concept kitchen with island, crown moldings, south backyrd. RV access. $579,900. Offers. (604)856-4721

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

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

FILA GUARD DOGS. Excellent Loyal Family Pet, all shots Great Protectors! Ph 604-817-5957.

FREE KITTENS - To good home.

Born April 1st.

Please call 604-796-9935 Golden Retriever, 1 male/1 female, 2 & 3 yrs old, good temperament. $150. (604)795-0118 No Sun calls

ROOMS FOR RENT

ROOM FOR RENT- In newer Harrison Hot Springs home, suits student, furnished. N/S, ref req’d. $400/m. Call (604)796-3325

750

SUITES, LOWER

ABBOTSFORD 36388 Westminster Drive, 2 Bdrm bsmt suite, laundry, rent $900/mo, no pets, near golf course. Call 778-344-4815

TRANSPORTATION 806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1976 CADILLAC Eldorado conv.

40,000 org. miles, must see, like new $22,000 obo. 604-576-4385.

MATTRESSES starting at $99

BLUE PITBULL Pups genetics/ razoredge UKC reg, 9/weeks. $500-$1000. 778-237-2824

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FURNITURE

HOMES FOR RENT

FOR RENT Harrison Hot Springs 3 bedroom main floor of home.

-2 full bathrooms with rain shower and steam room -2 fireplaces -formal dining & living rooms -huge eat in kitchen -b/i vac, central air, -double garage with RV parking.

-hardwood floors & carpeting.

Available August 1. $1500/m + damage deposit and references.

Please call 604-491-3600

FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

APARTMENT/CONDO

HHS-1 BD furnished apt. in lakefront building. Quiet & bright, new lighting, new flooring. Cable included. NS/NP, $675/m 604-853-4273

Tree removal done RIGHT!

knoke trucking

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SHIH TZU Bichon puppies, born April 12. Vet ✓ first shots. $500 ea.

604-625-6227 or 604-363-7060.

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

374

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

General Repairs & Data Recovery, Trojan’s & Viruses removed. Same day service on all drop offs.

Drop by 6438 Lougheed Hwy. (Corner of 7 & 9) 604-796-0538

PITTBULL PUPPIES. 8 weeks old.

4M & 2 F. Bluenose. Vet checked. $350. each. 604-825-6793

(Must advertise for 2 consecutive weeks.)

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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PETS

RENTALS

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Mainland Roofing Ltd.

MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

173E

GARAGE SALES

Agassiz

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

SKYNET Computers Ltd DBA Fido in Surrey hiring F/T pmt Retail Store Supervisor ($16/hr, 40hr/week) + Medical Benefits. Min high school educ & 1 yr exp required. Apply at: careers@skynetonline.ca

HELP WANTED

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PAINT SPECIAL

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GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE

Contact Raj 604-710-1581 or fax resume: 604-592-2690

Call Rochelle 604.777.2195 STRUCTURLAM PRODUCTS Ltd., located in beautiful Penticton, B.C. is seeking experienced Timber Framers. For more information and to apply, please visit our website @ www.sales@structurlam.com

551

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OTHER AREAS

1 Plot @ Valley View; Surrey; $5000; beautiful area; very scenic; Maggie 250-768-9790

809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

CAR DOLLY, new tires, new spare, tie downs, Excellent condition. $1000 obo. 604-869-0006 Hope

810

AUTO FINANCING

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TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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TRANSPORTATION

MOTORCYCLES

851

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

1991 HARLEY DAVIDSON Tourglide. Rebuilt transmission. $7,000.

Call 604-217-3479; 778-880-0233.

1-800-910-6402

2001 VICTORY CRUISER deluxe 46,000 kms. 1500 cc, 80 H/P $6,500. Call 604-534-2503.

GUARANTEED

2002 TRIUMPH TROPHY. Low k’s, new battery, runs good. $4,700.

Call 604-217-3479; 778-880-0233.

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

Auto Loans or

838

We Will Pay You $1000

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

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1981- 8’10” Vanguard Camper.

Fully loaded and exceptionally clean, well maintained. Call for details. $2300 obo. (604)796-9612 1997 Fleetwood 27’ Class A, selfcont’d, TV, b.i.generator, storage ++ Mint Cond! $12,999. 604-853-5528

2000 Dodge Grand Caravan GTRV conversion, 1st class cond, sleeps 4, det gas stove, ac/dc elec fridge, sink, water system, storage, 1 owner, all repair/maint records, RV class for insurance purposes, camping gear avail. $7000. (604)858-0622 2006 30’ NORTHSHORE trailet, dbl 36” slide bunk unit, loaded, exc cond. $17,900. call (604)824-8970

Need A Ride, Drive Today. Take $500 to $5000 Cash Home. Carter Credit 1.888.688.1837

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in June, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

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2008 FREEDOM SPIRIT 20’ travel trailer, like new, hardly used, a/c, f/s, dble bed, dble sink, nook, couch 2 prop tanks/2 batteries, $10,500 obo. Must sell. (604)581-5117

RECREATIONAL/RENT

AUTO SERVICES

KEVCO AIR

1991 SUNCREST, 34’ Sunliner M/H, basement mod, just like an apt. $9000obo. Call (604)869-3355

Maintaining your ride to be COOL! Serving Harrison Hot Spring & Area

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

Automotive Air Conditioning Service & Repair Kevin 604-796-3848 or 604-819-2169

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1981 CHRYSLER CORDOBA, original 88,600 kms. Carriage top, needs tuneup $1500. 604-852-9342 1991 BUICK PARK AVENUE. New brakes & tires, 165,000 kms. Easy on gas. $1500. obo. 604-852-9342

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:

1996 DODGE CARAVAN auto ST#230 $1295 2002 KIA RIO RX-V 4dr auto, hatch back st#245 $2400 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4dr sdn auto ST#242 $2500 1998 HONDA ACCORD 4dr auto leather sdn ST#215 $2900 2000 DODGE NEON 4DR auto sunroof, runs good ST#147 $2995 2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr auto st#195 $2995 2002 FORD WINDSTAR sport 7 pass auto Aircare ST#108 $3495 2002 CHEV CAVALIER 4dr auto sdn st#208 $3995 2002 FORD EXPLORER 4dr auto 7 pass leather black ST# 213 $4900 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4dr auto 4X4 runs good ST#221 $4900 2003 CADILLAC CTS 4dr sdn auto fully loaded ST#237 $4900 2002 BUICK GRANDVIEW 7 pass auto ST#214 $5900 2006 DODGE MAGNUM 4dr wagon auto fully loaded ST#106 $6900

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

8’ ADVENTURER CAMPER with bathroom. Very clean. $4,000. obo.

Call 604-854-0781

840

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

1992 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, Immaculate condition. Loaded, sunroof. Bose gold stereo. 58,000 org. mls. $4000. 604-532-8040.

1998 CADILLAC D Ellegance, 107 km, 4 dr sedan, fully loaded, Aircrd to 2013. Very clean. Exc. runner. $3700 firm. Call 604-534-0923

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

1998 Pontiac Grand Am, 4dr, auto, Aircared. $950. obo. 604-832-8944.

TRUCKS & VANS

2004 FORD PREVIA, 4 dr, fully loaded, air cared, LIKE EW. $2600 obo. Phone 604-504-0932 2005 FORD F150, 4X4, crew cab , green, auto, 160 kms, options, $12,000 firm. Call 604-538-9257.

1997 CHEV PU EXT CAB 5 spd short box ST#229 $3995 2002 GMC SONOMA EXT cab auto st#166 $4995 2001 FORD F250 XLT quad cab shrt box, fully loaded ST#228 $5995 2004 GMC 2500HD 4x4 auto quad cab long box st#204 $7,900 2005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#125 $8,900 2006 GMC CREW CAB 4X4 auto long box full loaded ST#198 $9900 2007 FORD F150 reg cab V6 auto long box ST#205 $10,900 2005 GMC SLE CREW cab 4X4 auto diesel long box, loaded ST#218 $11,900 2006 CHEV LT CREW CAB auto Duramax diesel leather, loaded ST#217 $12,900 2001 FORD F350 Dually 4X4 crew cab XLT 7.3L pwrstrk diesel ST#130 $11,900 2008 FORD F150 REG CAB 4x4 auto long box ST#207 $11,900 2007 FORD RANGER 4X4 auto super cab st#193 $12,900 2005 CHEV 2500 HD LS crew cab Duramax diesel leather 4X4 auto ST#190 $16,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather 4X$ auto diesel ST#164 $17,995

COMMUNITY CORNER JUNE 2012 *(Due to space limitations, each week we will publish a different set of groups & activities from the community)

GROUP 3 OF 4 Kent-Harrison Arts Council The KHAC meets the third Sunday of each month.

Please call (604) 796-8604 or email us at for kentharrisonartscouncil@shaw.ca more information.

MS Support Group 3rd Thursday of every month. 11:30-1 p.m. in Chwk. Call Carmen at 604-796-2270. All Upper Fraser Valley folks welcome.

Olive Branch Dinners. Come join us for a free home cooked meal. Tuesdays 5-6pm. 7571 Morrow Rd, ACS gym.

No expectations, enjoy community companionship. Families & all ages welcome.

Royal Canadian Legion hosts drop-in “Fun Darts” every Mon at 4pm & Fri at 8pm, Players needed, arrive early to register.

Cribbage daily. Non-members welcome.

Call 604-796-2332 Royal Westminster Canadian Army Cadet Corps meet every Tues from 6:30 - 9:15 pm at the Seabird Island Youth Centre Ages 12 to 19 years. No charge for uniforms.

FMI email Captain Cameron Hull at cameronhull@cadets.gc.ca

Senior s s: Srs Monday : Friendship House Drop-In Fit at & Sit 10am, at Music Walking to 10:30am, Bingo at 1pm, Srs. Learn to Line Dance at 4:30pm; Tues Bridge at 12:45pm.; Cribbage at 1:00pm.; Wed Floor Curling at 1pm.; Fri Floor Curling at 1pm. Info: 604796-3422 Singing - from 7:30 to 9pm at HHS Memorial Hall. FMI call Ruth at 604-796-2084 Stitch “n” Rip every Tues. 9 am - 1 pm.

Come to the Harrison Mills Hall with any unfinished sewing, stitching, knitting projects, etc. FMI call Kim 604-796-2336.

Strong Start - Mon-Fri 12:30-3:30 p.m. at Kent Elementary School. Free drop-in for kids 0-5. FMI call Kent Elementary at 604796-2161.

T.O.P.S. Meets Thurs at 9:30am, or 5:45pm., at the Agassiz Christian Church Walk & Talk Group meets at 9:15am Tues & Fri mornings at the Hardy Bridge, Harrison.

FMI call Jacquie 604-796-3105

LOCAL EVENTS Play Lions TV Bingo! every Thursday 6-7 pm on Shaw Cable Channel 4. Tickets may be purchased at “Ledoux Hardware” or “Chehalis General Store”.

Hooked on Books: Agassiz – Harrison Library Book Club. Prepare for a great discussion on “The Forgotten Garden” by Kate Morton for the meeting on Wednesday, June 20th at 6:30 pm. It’s our last meeting of the season & we’re squeezing in one last chat before Summer hits! It’s not too late to be part of the club, just pick up your book & enjoy! The talk is lively, the people friendly & the refreshments – free! Come on by, pick up your copy & be part of this drop-in, no-membership required club.

Annual Rosedale Community Picnic - Saturday, June 23rd 11 am - 3 pm at Rosedale Ball Park. Bring lunch, a mug & a lawn chair as beverages & ice cream are provided. There’ll be music! Call 604-794-3850 for more info

The Scrapper

2001 Volvo S-80, 2.9 Litre, 147M Km. Full Load, sun roof. Good Michilen tires, very clean. $8,750. obo. 604-328-1294.

33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038

2003 CHEV CAVALIER 2dr, 5 spd 4 cyl, Aircared 140Kms, $1700. Call 778-997-4519 Abbotsford.

www.keytrackautosales.com

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

MARINE

2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, 1.8T turbo, 4 dr sedan, std, all options, exc cond. $5300 obo 604-780-8404 2006 JAGUAR X-Type, 3.0, V6, 114K, silver, black lthr, lady driven, exc cond!! $19,800. 604-542-5833.

604-855-0666

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1997 Toyota 4Runner Ltd. loaded, 350,000k, easy hwy kms, 1 owner $6,400. Dale, 604-220-5005

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TRUCKS & VANS

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BOATS

14 1/2 FT fibreglass boat with 50 HP Mercury O/B, & trailer. Needs TLC. $750 obo. 604-820-8218.

15’ ALUMINUM DEEP WATER. All accessories. 50hp 4 stroke engine.

Very little use. $9500 604-852-9299

t Minor Hock

827

VEHICLES WANTED

WANTED: 1980-1981 Celica GT liftback, 5-spd; or a 1979-1981 Supra 5-spd. Cell 250-307-1215.

828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES 1990 Dodge Diesel Tow Truck. 5spd, new tires, wheel lift, low km’s, does need finishing work. Pictures available. $3500.

604-996-8734.

Early Registraeyt ion

1997 AEROSTAR, XLT sport, 3L auto, 147,000 kms. A/C, RWD. aircared $3000 obo. 604-820-8218.

1997 VENTURA Mini Van, like new cond in/out, loaded, tinted windows, 4 16” extra new high performance tires on allied wheel avail. $350. AirCared.

Picture avail. $1200. 604-9968734.

2000 DURANGO 4X4, loaded, seats 7, AirCrd, exc. cond. $4100 obo. Call 604-780-8404 2001 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT 3.3L, V-6, Air, loaded, new air care, runs grt. only $2950 / 604-556-4242 2002 Honda Odyssey EXL, leather int., new tires, new timing belt, 161,000k. $6700. 604-309-4001.

2003 CHEVY VENTURE LS, 7 passenger, auto, 5 door, 189K, $3500 obo (604)298-2659

to be featuredrner co in community

Hope and Distric

1988 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500, 3/4 ton, loaded, a/c, Air Cared, premium cond. 178K. $3500 obo (778)565-4334 2007 Honda Civic DXG 5 speed standard, 2 dr., grey, 135K, p/w, p/l, a/c, am/fm/cd, no acc. $10,000 604-793-3819 6-9pm

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MERCURY D300 inflatable boat with trailer, Mercury 9.8 motor, and lots of extras. $2200 obo.

Call 604-853-2291 Abbotsford.

Green Eggs & Ham! Scrambled Eggs with Pesto...delicious!

Weekly:11:30 am - 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm Weekends: 8:30 am - 8:30 pm

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Agassiz Farm fresh Market 2012 Thursdays 3 pm

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recipe of the week

Agassiz Farm Fresh Market Just when you thought we may never see Spring... it sneaks in quite quietly and with it brings the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market.

This year there are some new faces, some returning merchants and more new products to enjoy than ever. This year's merchants so far are:

Agassiz Multi-grain Hazelnut Bread (1 pound) • 3/4 cup of milk • 1 egg • 1 tbsp butter or margarine • 1 cup bread flour • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour • 1/3 cup multi grain cereal with rolled rye, oats, barley and wheat • 1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts • 1 Tbsp flax seeds • 1 Tbsp honey • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 tsp active dry yeast or bread machine yeast Add ingredients to bread machine according to manufacturer's directions.

• Jim & Heather Black "Country Couple" - Soups & Cereal Mixes • Jessica Kampen "Loganberry Baby" - Children’s Items • Suzannah Meir "Evening Song" - Aromatherapy Sprays, Crafts & soaps • Verna Hoogeveen "Verard Farms" - Pork Products • Nick Quintana & Astri McCurdy "Magpie's" - Gourmet Marshmallows, Breads & Baked Goods • Kate Onos Gilbert "Onos Flowers/Plants & Garlic" • Leona Bencze "Crafts by Leona" - Hats, Dishcloths, Scrubbies etc.

• "Judy's Country Kitchen & Fresh Foods" - Canned Goods, Baked Goods & BC Produce • Lonnie Jackson "Dingolay Fused Glass Creations" • Jennifer Cope - Insect Repellent, Body Wash, Essential Oils • A Mixed Farm Stand with "Tasty Chicken - Whole Frozen Chickens, Honeyview Farms, Farm House Natural Cheeses & more" Over the next few weeks we'll meet the merchants and learn more about each one and their wares. Plus we'll have a new recipe each week for you to enjoy. Enjoy the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market every Thursday starting at 3 pm in the parking lot next to the Observer in Pioneer Park. The market will also be open on Saturdays in July.

Still looking for local produce vendors, especially homegrown veggies & fruit. We will offer the Backyard Table again this year if there is interest (up to 3 people who have fresh garden products can pay $6 each to share a 10'x10' stall space for their extra veggies, for a maximum of 3 markets per grower. 1-2 days notice is required. Vendors are welcome to join any time during the summer and Junior vendors are also welcome. An application form can be printed from the Market website: www.agassizfarmersmarket.com as well as the contact information.

If you would like weekly reminders of the market: "like" the facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Agassiz-Farm-Fresh-Market/118355404910779

To advertise on this cost effective feature page please contact Chris at the Observer:

604.796.4301

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