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Water breached the lagoon walk at Harrison Hot Springs on Tuesday morning, closing off the popular trail. Water crept closer to the public washrooms as well, but they remained open and the mayor remained optimistic that the Village wouldn't have any problems.

Lake spills into Harrison lagoon Water on rise, but Canada Day fireworks show will go on

Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

The rip rap pathway that separates the Harrison Lagoon from the rest of the lake was damaged earlier this week, following a weekend of very high water levels. Water breached the northeast side of the footpath around Harrison lagoon on Tuesday morning, causing the Village to close off the popular walkway to the public.

By Wednesday, the pathway had a break in it that was about 10 feet wide, and five feet deep, according to several residents. Boaters took advantage of the new, watery passageway by navigating in and out of the lagoon — which was previously enclosed.

The road to the sewage treatment plant also had some water on it, but not enough to keep Village workers from doing their jobs.

Mayor Leo Facio said the public shouldn't worry about flooding in the Village, as the lake would have to rise past the cement banks to cause problems.

"At the moment, everything's fine," he

told the Observer Tuesday morning.

"There's nothing at this point for any worries."

The children's playground was mostly underwater Monday and Tuesday, due to the same rising waters seen around the Fraser River watershed. One reader sent a photo into the Observer on Monday showing Harrison Village crews examining a sink hole in the walkway.

The water breached in the same spot the following morning.

Facio said the Village is protected by the walkway along Esplanade, which is also the dike for the lake. The walkway around the lagoon is not the dike.

"If the water got to the level of the new

retaining wall," there would be a worry, he said. "But it hasn't got to that point. It hasn't crept up to the grass."

He said the situation is being monitored

by Roger Poulton, who is the emergency coordinator for the area.

The water was getting close to the public washrooms at the lagoon on Tuesday, and power was still on. However, the mayor said there was still no concern with their operation.

With Canada Day just days away, and the annual fireworks celebration being planned for Sunday night, some residents walking along the beach wondered if alterations would have to be made due to the high water.

But as of Tuesday, Facio said Canada Day celebrations were on track.

"Canada Day, at the moment, everything is still on," he said. "Of course everything is up for change, but as of now Canada Day is on."

The firework barge will be in a slightly different spot, and visitors to the lake should respect the closed areas for their own safety.

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Boaters are being urged to stay off the water as local rivers and lakes rise throughout the Fraser River basin.

Roger Poulton, emergency coordinator for Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs, said Tuesday that boaters should refrain from being on the lake.

A section of Rockwell Drive, which travels along the eastern shore of Harrison Lake, was affected by high water over the weekend.

He echoed the statement made by the province on Tuesday that boat traffic on water experiencing flooding should be restricted to emergency use only.

Higher waters can bring extra debris or submerged objects, putting boaters at greater risk. Docks and loading areas may be submerged, damaged or even destroyed and should not be relied on.

The province also reminded that shorelines are extremely vulnerable to damage from boat wakes and prop wash.

Wake activity can further damage dikes and retaining walls, churn up more sediment and degrade the aquatic environment.

As always, boaters are also reminded that alcohol is a major factor in recreational boating incidences, causing 40 per cent of fatalities.

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BCTF president Susan Lambert said the agreement includes some improvements to teacher benefits and leave provisions. But Wednesday Lambert announced the union is making the latest of many trips to court to argue that imposing a twoyear wage freeze violates their constitutional right to collective bargaining. The BCTF is the last major public sector union in the province to accept the wage limits.

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JESSICA PETERS / OBSERVER

Local farmers filled District of Kent chambers to capacity on Monday night. Many items on the agenda related to farming and drainage issues, including the Hammersley pump station upgrades and culvert documentation.

Discord between council and farmers bubbles up in meeting Farmers want more input into Hammersley pump upgrade plans Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

A letter written to Kent council outlining concerns about the Hammersley Pump station project was addressed point by point by staff at Monday’s council meeting.

The letter, which was signed by about two dozen residents, farmers and business owners, requested that “council consider alternate proposals” for the aging pump station, which is now about 60 years old and in need of repair.

The letter writers believe the District is in violation of the Request for Proposals and that local farmers’ concerns haven’t been taken into account since the project started to be discussed in 2009.

Northwest Hydraulic Consultants provided a proposal back in 2009, which was open for review by the public at the time. Funding for a detailed design and flood box construction was applied for in 2010, with a two thirds grant from the Building Canada Fund. This January, that grant application was finally approved, upon completion of a environmental assessment review. That was completed in April, and an RFP for qualified engineering consultants went out for the project. That contract was awarded to Opus DaytonKnight Consultants on June 11, 2012.

The June 25th meeting was the first public meeting since that time.

And council and staff shot back at the letter in that meeting, pointing out misinformation within it and setting the record straight with a formal, written response. That was read out word for word by Mick Thiessen, Director of Engineering

Services during Monday’s meeting, which was attended by dozens of people, filling the chamber room to capacity.

As expected, the issue struck up lively discussion among council, and then more discussion in the question and answer period at the end of the meeting.

Councillor Duane Post, a local farmer, said that without the knowledge he has gained over the last few months as a councillor, he likely would have had the same concerns.

“If I was sitting on that side of this desk, I might have signed it, too,” he told the crowd. But he also urged those with concerns to be patient and “let the process that’s been started continue.”

“I don’t want to see the funding that may be coming in the future jeopardized,” he said.

The new pump will need to be fish-friendly, according to DFO rules. But the next step in the process is the completion of a detailed design. Opus DaytonKnight was to meet with the drainage committee on Thursday of this week, after deadline.

Council urged members of the drainage committee to address their concerns to the consultants.

But Councillor Lorne Fisher, who was mayor when plans to repair the Hammersley Pump Station, suggested that local farmers need to represent themselves in a better light.

“This letter contains a great deal of misinformation and it’s rather regrettable,” he said, adding that “it doesn’t put farming in a good light, especially at a time when farming

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needs to be seen as environmentally mature. I’m quite frustrated with that letter.”

He said the project needs to be funded by senior governments, due to the high costs, and that those upgrades will have to be fish-friendly to qualify.

Mayor John Van Laerhoven also worried that “discord” between farmers and local council could jeopardize the pump station’s planned upgrades.

“I’m very concerned,” he said. “I want to see us get the best result for the whole community.”

Council voted all in favour to formally send the written reply to all member of the drainage committee and signatories of the initial letter.

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Mending bridges The issue of culverts and bridges also came up on Monday night, with a proposed plan to properly document all such structures officially through the District.

Staff intends to categorically document all 530 culverts and bridges that are located around Kent, on an annual basis, with all defects and hazards reported. Council approved the missive, but there was much discussion about the role that the drainage committee has been, or should be, playing in reporting deficiencies.

“I’m all for maintaining culverts where needed, but we have a drainage committee and we should utilize it,” Post said.

Councillor Darcy Striker made a friendly amendment to the policy that it is sent to the drainage committee.

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They are raising money for BC Children’s Hospital along the way, to give back to the organization that many of them have used them-

selves. Logan had a cleft pallette operation, Marcus had tubes in his ears, Parker lives with Juvenile Diabetes, Isabelle was born 14 weeks premature and Jakob has a cochclear implant. And those are just a few of the stories of children in the group.

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A female corrections officer at Kent Institution was reportedly slashed across the face by an inmate Saturday.

Kent officials were not available Monday to confirm the report, but the institution issued a press release about an "inmate assault on a correctional officer."

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Request for Proposal Fitness Equipment - Cardio RFP #2012 - 11

Grass clippings to be collected at pool Council gives approval for pilot program in Kent Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

A new grass clippings pilot project will soon be underway in the District of Kent.

Residents will soon be able to drop off their grass clippings in a designated spot at the Ferny Coombe Pool in Agassiz.

Staff presented the plan to council on Monday night. It was approved with the understanding that if residents abuse the privilege, the program will be immediately revoked. “If it doesn’t go well, it would be disassembled,� said Kerry Hilts. “It will be reviewed on a weekly basis.�

Staff will pick up the grass clippings twice a week, so that it’s not accumulating for long periods of time. CAO Wallace Mah said that similar programs are not uncom-

mon in other municipalities.

Councillor Lorne Fisher voted against the pilot project, saying it could cause a pest problem — both from rats and from people dropping unwanted trash instead of just clippings.

Former council member Ken Schwaerzle was in the audience Monday night. He spoke up at the end of the meeting to voice his appreciation for the pilot program, saying that “the citizens of the community will do well with this� and not abuse the program.

Gym plans on deck Schwaerzle and others in the audience told council they are concerned that the winning bid for the gymnasium plan was too high.

Staff had initially estimated that

detailed, architectural plans for the new gym would cost about $20,000.

Two businesses responded to the RFP, Landmark Architecture and Bingham Hill Architects.

The job has gone to Bingham, with a winning bid of $30,500.

Landmark bid $89,500. While the proposals were similar, staff said they decided to go with the better price.

But that didn’t satisfy some members of the public, who were worried that the cost overrun would continue through the project. Some members of the public also questioned the inclusion of a kitchen in the project, since there are two kitchens in the vicinity already.

The District of Kent has received $750,000 in grant funding through the province to build the gym onto the Fitness/ Activity Centre.

Traffic committee will address rural road problems A traffic committee has been selected to help address issues in rural areas of Agassiz.

Residents in the areas around Whelpton, Tuyttens, Mountain View, Fir, Ashton and Pioneer approached council as a delegation this spring to say they were tired of their neighbourhoods be-

ing used as a raceway for commuters.

They suggested council put up signage, close the road to through traffic, or create traffic diversions such as speed bumps to divert cars, trucks and motorcycles back onto the main roads.

Council agreed something should be done,

and decided to strike up a committee for that purpose. The committee include Mayor John Van Laerhoven as chair, and Dave Hastie, Jim Klop, Jonathan Sutton, Mark Kemball from Kent Institution, Bill Thompson from Mountain Institution and Roberta Boden from Rimex.

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Many people are hoping this sets a precedent for future sentencing, and it should.

A one-month term for taking part in a riot, in which millions of dollars in property damage was done, police were assaulted, 150 were injured and the global reputation of the Vancouver area was severely damaged, is light punishment.

However, it is likely that many of those charged will not receive any punishment. Their cases may well be thrown out of court because of excessive delay, due to the severely plugged nature of the court system. If a case is delayed for 18 months or longer, through no fault of the defence, it is quite likely it will not come to trial.

This is unacceptable. While it says volumes about the state of the court system, something that few pe ople pay attention to unless they are directly involved, it sends a bad message to the rioters.

It tells them that they should do all they can to delay the process until they are charged. And, they should not plead guilty. As a result, they may see their case dropped.

The provincial government should set up a temporary court which can solely deal with riot cases. Everyone who is charged in connection with the riot should face trial, and do time if found guilty.

If such a temporary court proves to work well, it could be used in other situations – such as to relieve system congestion in specific areas.

If rioters are able to get off without any consequences because of a backlog of cases, the criminal justice system needs some creative fixing.

The province can do something about this – now. Authority must trump lawlessness.

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‘Poverty’ declines, nobody notices B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – You probably didn’t hear this on TV, the percentage of Canadians deemed “low income” went down slightly in 2010, according to the latest Statistics Canada analysis.

This news was delivered in the annual “Income of Canadians” report last week. The share of people who fall below the federal Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO) went from 9.5 per cent to 9.0.

The CBC couldn’t bring itself to admit any actual improvement, reporting on its website that the number of people with “low income” was about three million, “virtually unchanged from 2009.” Other media outlets followed the unwritten rule that

nothing remotely positive must be presented as news, particularly if it reflects positively on a rightwing government. (Plus they had the Montreal body-parts case to update each day.)

This information likely won’t have any effect on the political discussion about “poverty” in B.C. The LICO survey will continue to be used as a measure of absolute poverty, despite the fact that it isn’t. It’s a relative measure that will always designate the same share of people at the low end of the scale.

BC Stats, the provincial equivalent of the federal agency, explained this problem in a special report last year.

“To illustrate,” the report said, “take a hypothetical future Canada where every citizen earns no less than $100,000 (and assume there has not been rampant inflation in the meantime, such that buying power is not dissimilar to what exists today) and millionaires are

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“In that kind of Canada, those at the low end of the income scale (that is, those earning ‘merely’ $100,000) would be considered poor if LICOs were used as a

“Which diet you choose isn’t a function of money, but rather one of education and selfdiscipline.” measure of poverty.”

Math aside, that’s the alleged “poverty line” routinely cited by the usual media authorities, like B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair.

Sinclair campaigned for years to get the B.C. government to raise the minimum wage from $8 to $10 an hour. They did, in three increments, and on May 1

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it increased to $10.25 an hour. As soon as the series of three increases was announced last November, Sinclair called a news conference to announce it’s not enough.

To get to the LICO level, the minimum wage should be $11.50 an hour, Sinclair said. Of course, if B.C. businesses ponied up for that, the goalposts would shift again and the same proportion of “poverty” would magically still exist.

The B.C. NDP governmentin-waiting continues to demand an “action plan” on poverty, with annual goals. All the progressive provinces have one, which I guess is why poverty is all but eradicated in enlightened places like Manitoba.

There are signs of the reality behind this political smokescreen.

Here’s one.For what may be the first time in history, we now have a North American society where one of the most reliable indicators of poverty is obesity.

This often gets explained away

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with a popular theory that poor people are somehow forced to eat fast food and drink pop because they can’t afford healthy food.

People who advance this theory presumably don’t do much grocery shopping. There are plenty of processed, sugary, fatladen choices at the supermarket too. But there is also whole wheat bread, rice and fresh or frozen vegetables that are as cheap as anywhere in the world.

Given basic cooking skills and some effort, it’s easy to demonstrate which diet is cheaper as well as healthier. Most immigrants know this. Which diet you choose isn’t a function of money, but rather one of education and self-discipline.

There is genuine poverty in our society. One of the things that’s needed is a useful way to define it.

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Mailbag 'Monster ediďŹ ces' marring lake's beauty Here's an idea. Let's take an iconic piece of Beautiful B.C. at Harrison Hot Springs and install some enormous plastic structures to mar the beauty of Harrison Lake. How much more interesting to look at, say, than the gorgeous display of nature which has drawn thousands of visitors a year for decades. Instead of pondering the wonder of nature and appreciating the spectacular vista of Harrison Lake, one is now struck by the invasive capacity of petrochemicals masquerading as plastic "water toys" for the bored.

Having just returned from our 25th visit to Harrison Hot Springs in as many years, I felt

compelled to figuratively put pen to paper and voice our dismay at this outrageous decision.

We understand that the water sports company asked for, and was granted permission, to add these monster edifices to satisfy some demand for "something to do" while staying at Harrison Hot Springs.

What an incredible mistake.

Now that the view from the hotel and the beachfront has been despoiled, I am just thankful that we have hundreds of photos from our many previous visits. This year, the camera didn't even come out of the bag.

Judy McCallum and Michael Penney Victoria, B.C.

A fed bear is a dead bear Re: Bear spotted in back yard, published June 22, 2012 I have my doubts that this bear was relocated.

A "conditioned" bear is one that has had previous contact with people and was rewarded with food or trash. These bears are usually tagged. They only get one chance if they are removed from another area. I remember a bear in Harrison a few years back that was not tagged but was put down by conservation officers the next day. The bear in question was eating fat outside a local restaurant. I remember tourists taking pictures of this bear on Harrison Road. The conservation office told me at that time that there already was relocated bears in Harrison and there was nowhere close to

relocate any more bears, that's why this one was put down.

In 2009 another bear incident prompted me to write a letter to the editor and talk to mayor and council. This bear was found on Chestnut Ave. I am not sure what happened to this bear but im sure his fate was the same as the other bear.

Still years later nothing has been done to save our local bears. Here I am writing another letter to the editor to let people know a FED BEAR IS A DEAD BEAR. Please, please stay safe and bear proof your yards & homes.

1. Keep garbage locked away until garbage pickup day. Use an animal safe garbage can.

2. Harvest fruit and

Facts vs. fairytales from byelection Re: Letter to Editor No such thing as a 'rightwing split', published June 1, 2012 Claiming that a 'rightwing split' wasn't the reason Gwen O'Mahony won April's byelection basically amounts to burying ones face firmly in the sand.

The numbers don't lie; O'Mahony and the BCNDP received 6,022

votes in the by-election, but the combined votes of the two free enterprise parties was 8,208 — a full 2,186 more votes.

It is painfully clear that if supporters of free enterprise politics had stayed united under one coalition, O'Mahony wouldn't be celebrating the opening of her new office (which, by the way, is far outside the

boundaries of the actual riding).

All of the candidates worked hard to win the byelection – no one would dispute that.

However, while looking at her campaign through rose-coloured glasses might make the author of this letter feel a sense of accomplishment, there is no way to dispute the fact that

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Collin Rogers

vegetables as they ripen and pick up fallen fruit.

Bears also love clover so keep your lawns mowed.

3. Feed pets inside and store their food inside.

4. Lock up and clean barbecue grills immediately after use.

5. Feed birds only in the winter when they need it and when bears are hybernating. Bears love bird food and hummingbird feeders.

open at night.

9. Compost using a 2 to 1 dry/wet ratio.

10. Educate or speak to your neighbors about bear proofing their homes too.

Keep these 10 rules handy and help keep Harrison bear free so no more bears have a death sentence. These ideas are great for people in both rural and urban homes.

Sandra Denisuk

Thank You MAYOR AND COUNCIL GOLF TOURNAMENT Thank you to the following businesses and individuals who donated prizes: Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa • Tourism Harrison Cookin’ Kim’s CafÊ • Harrison Festival of the Arts Harrison Beach Hotel • Sasquatch Crossing Eco Lodge Old Settler Pub • Gerry Enns Contracting Craven Huston Powers Architects • Tony Nootebos - BC Sport Fishing Group Norich Electric – Leigh & Patsy Graham • Sutton Group Showplace Realty Allan Jackson & Mary Dams • Maud Graham • Florence Gienger Dorothy Swanson • Mamie Lees • Leo Facio Funding generated will be donated to the BC Children’s Cancer Hospital, in memory of Megan McNeil.

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If you want to put out feeders make sure its not near trees or fences where bears can reach.

6. Never store or throw food outside. Bears can even tear open a locked freezer.

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Do not leave coolers, pet food or any food in your car and remember to close your windows when parked.

8. Don't leave doors or windows in your house

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Sports

Thunder Strokers grab gold The Thunder Strokers from the Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club raced in the Salmon Arm Regatta last weekend on Saturday, June 23 and brought home the gold. The team raced in two heats, winning both before a thunderstorm rolled in and delayed the event.

After waiting for a half hour, the organizers were forced to cancel the remaining races. Medals were awarded based on cumulative times for the two heats.

The Thunder Strokers had a total time of 4 minutes, 44 seconds placing them first in the

Final score

mixed category; eight seconds faster than the second place teams. m The Thunder Strokers are one of many FVDBC teams which practice on Harrison Lake from early spring until early fall.

Teams are always open to new members.

Abby Aerospace paddlers win dragon boat cup The Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club held its 8th Annual FVDBC Community Challenge Dragon Boat Regatta this past Sunday, June 24.

The Cascade Water Bombers, from Cascade

Captain Morgan Krentz.

They will continue with their practices in preparation for the 2012 Harrison Dragon Boat Regatta on July 21.

Some of the competition the Bombers were up against was

The FVDBC Seraphin's Women's Team and a boat of experienced paddlers from the club.

To learn more about dragon boating, visit the regatta at Harrison Lake on July 21, or visit www. fvdbc.ca.

bers will meet at Harrison Golf Course at 11:30 a.m. to mark the occassion.

There will be refreshments, a short history of

the club, and photos from days gone by. A commemorative display can now be seen at the Agassiz-Harrsion Museum.

Aerospace in Abbotsford took the Cup. This was their fifth year competing and the first year winning. Over the past month, the Bombers had five practices to prepare for the regatta, with coaching expertise from

Ladies golf celebrates 40 years

The Agassiz-Harrison Ladies Golf Club will celebrate 40 years of golf and camaraderie on July 5.

Present and life mem-

Goaltender Lucas Trigueros-Parent throws the ball back onto the field during the final game for the Agassiz Youth Soccer season on Saturday morning.

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• Corporal Joe Brown was transferred to the Vernon Detachment.

Corporal Wally L. Maguire of Oliver would take over the Agassiz Detachment.

• Mrs. Doris Green held a recital for the parents of her music students who had performed well in the Chilliwack Music Festival. Winners were Janice Green, Donna Baschak, Anna ten Bos, Heather McDonald, Margaret Funk, Linda Probert, Mary Wilson, Marla Kiess, Heather McDonald, and Wanda Wilson.

• 95 Boy Scouts, leaders and their wives met at the Experimental Farm to plan for the next year.

On the agenda were Apple Day, the Halloween UNICEF collection, a scout Halloween party, Christmas Good Turns, the District Jamboree, a Cub Rally and a Scout Jamboree. Leaders came from Chilliwack, Hope and the Agassiz-Harrison Districts. After business they hiked to a campfire where they enjoyed skits and campfire songs.

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CANADA DAY Pancake Breakfast Agassiz Legion Juno Awardwinning country music artist Stacey McKitrick will be performing in Agassiz on Canada Day.

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Country star hits the stage in Agassiz One of country music’s fastest rising stars will touch down in Agassiz for a special concert on Canada Day. Stacey McKitrick will perform on Sunday, July 1. In the past month, McKitrick has performed for Great Big Sea and Lady Antebellum. She’s already the proud recipient of a Juno Award, for her work on the collaborative song Raising Flag. Her recent hit, Friends for Life, was written by Nickelback’s Chad Kroeger, who offered her the song.

You can watch the video online at staceymckitrick.com, or come out to see her perform live in Pioneer Park.

The show is just part of a line-up planned to help families celebrate Canada Day this year in Agassiz.

It all begins with pancake breakfast at the Agassiz Legion at 9:30 a.m., admission by donation. The party in Pioneer Park begins at 11 a.m., with welcoming ceremonies from local dignitaries, a community birthday cake to enjoy, along with a scavenger hunt, fish pond

and inflatables for the kids to play on. There will be face painting by Lilac and children’s entertainer Shé, before Stacey McKitrick hits the stage.

The Agassiz Farm Fresh Market will run through the festivities, showcasing some of the area’s finest baked and grown goods. There will also be community displays, contests, games and prizes to be won.

As an added treat, swimming at the Ferny Coombe pool is free from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Cars and muscles on display in Hope Canada Day is something to celebrate, and in Hope, they celebrate all day long.

Events are being held in Memorial Park and beyond throughout the day, starting with the Strongman Competi-

tion and Canada Day Car Show at 10 a.m.

Muscleworks Gym and the Hope and District Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the Strongman Competition, which will include a dead car lift,

tire flip, dumbell press, truck pull, log press and Atlas stone competitions.

Then at 2 p.m., head to the Memorial Park bandshell for a free, two-hour show by Gerald Charlie and the

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The Hope River General Store at Emory Creek is celebrating Canada Day with their annual complimentary salmon barbecue.

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CANADA DAY Harrison Hot Springs

Canada Day in the Village Harrison Hot Springs has an all-day line up of activities to keep you busy this Canada Day, and no one is looking forward to the festivities more than the Village’s Mayor Leo Facio.

From the pancake breakfast and new children’s programming, to the always amazing fireworks display, the day is jam-packed with celebrations.

“I’m really looking forward to it,” Facio said. “It’s going to be a wonderful day and I’m told the weather is going to cooperate.”

Facio will be joined

by Agassiz Mayor John Van Laerhoven in one of the Thunderbird Club’s vehicles, as part of the parade. And while some years the parade has

been on the small side, this year there are more than 30 groups signed up to take part.

They include the local cadets, who are bringing their band, the Miami Streamkeepers and plenty of children’s groups. Even the Multicultural Choir will be riding aboard a vintage truck.

Facio said the Canada Day festivities are something he always looks forward to, ever since moving to Canada so many years ago.

“I might be from England, but I’m a true Canadian!” he said.

The fun all starts early, at 8:30 a.m. with a pancake breakfast at the Harrison Fire Hall.

Children’s games will be held from 1 to 3:30

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Entertainment is planned in the plaza throughout the day, including Korbitron Dance Studio, a flag raising ceremony with

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For many, Canada Day long weekend is the perfect time to get away from it all and relax. But taking it easy doesn’t mean you should throw away all the rules.

And the Upper Fraser Valley Regional RCMP are reminding campers and other vacationers that they’ll be clamping down on safety laws, including drunk driving, unsafe boating practices and ATV practices.

The UFVRD has a zero tolerance approach to liquor, drugs, and other party-related activity that gets out of control. There will be roadblocks to ensure the back roads and camping areas are as safe as possible.

One of the main focuses of the UFVRD Seasonal Policing Unit will be on liquor enforcement.

They will be concentrated on offences such as consuming liquor in a public place, minors in possession, and liquor in a motor vehicle. All unlawfully kept liquor will be seized and violators could face fines up to $230. So be sure to transport your liquor in your trunk or a space designated for storage in your vehicle.

The UFVRD Seasonal Policing Unit will be out on the waterways and patrolling on ATV’s to ensure everyone abides by the law and enjoys their holiday safely and responsibly.

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The Canada Day parade will start at 5 p.m. in Harrison Hot Springs, winding its way down Hot Springs Road toward the beach. Motorists should use extra caution on Canada Day.

Play it safe on lakes and roads Here are a few things to keep in mind this Canada Day Weekend:

• Plan a safe ride home or plan to spend the night - don't drink and drive; • Slow down, keep your distance and buckle up - make sure to arrive at your well deserved vacation destination safely; • Don't push your limits on, or in, the water - remember life jackets save lives; and alcohol and water don't mix.

Once you're in trouble on the water it's too late - put your life jacket on before you hit the water and leave it on; • Back country travellers should be prepared, have set return plans, and let someone know exactly where they are headed and when they should be expected to return; • Do not leave valuables in your vehicle or unattended on the beach; • Be responsible with your liquor, both with consuming and transporting; • Call 911 if you see an impaired driver and advise police of problem activity before it gets out of control.

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Pearce just released Flood Warning, a children’s chapter book about a young boy’s adventures on his family’s farm in the Fraser Valley and his heroic effort to save their Guernsey cows when the river rose to its second highest level in recorded history. Then, the river poured through damaged dikes to cover more than 200 square kilometres, displacing 16,000 people and damaging $20 million (1948 dollars) worth of property.

Tuesday, looking out over the river, swollen by spring runoff and heavy rain and now lapping at the uppermost rocks along Burnaby’s Fraser Foreshore Park, Pearce couldn’t help but marvel at the irony of the timing for her ninth book, and the serendipity of history.

“It looks so peaceful,” she says. “I can definitely imagine the power of the water.”

That’s because in gathering material for Flood Warning, she had immersed herself in the place and time of the great flood of ‘48. She scrounged through archives and old news clippings. She went to Agassiz to talk to locals who went through the flood. She toured their farms and visited the town’s graveyard. She even

learned about the popular radio hero of the time and confirmed The Lone Ranger had reached young listeners in the Valley.

That particular attention to detail is a point of pride for Pearce, who’s also written fictional stories about artist Emily Carr’s childhood and the internment of Japanese-Canadians on Vancouver Island during WWII. And while only a minute portion of her research might make it into her books, it all helps her create a context that transports her young readers back in time and right into her characters’ adventures.

“You often don’t hear about the children’s stories in historical events, you just hear about the adults,” says Pearce, a Burnaby resident for the past 15 years. “Kids empathize and imagine themselves in all kinds of different situations. They’re excited to share their own similar experiences.”

Though the current concern about the Fraser is unlikely to equal the devastation of 1948, Pearce says there’s still valuable lessons for kids to learn from her book as they visit the rising river with their parents, or maybe watch news reports on television.

“They can see how people work together to overcome adversity,” says Pearce. “Kids can feel they’re not alone, that they can help in big situations even in a little way.”

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‘Heartbreak and humour’ at Harrison Festival’s Literary Café

The Harrison Festival of the Arts has been part of the Fraser Valley’s cultural landscape for 33 years, and the University of the Fraser Valley has been involved from the beginning. The popular annual summer festival is back this year from July 7 to 15, and UFV is contributing two exciting elements: the Literary Café and the Directors’ Festival.

UFV annually presents several shows from its Directors’ Festival, but there’s another strong partnership in the Literary Café, which is co-sponsored every year by UFV’s Continuing Studies department.

“The idea was to try to include some literary arts in the festival,” says Phyllis Stenson, executive and artistic director for the festival. “We already had elements of dance, art, theatre, and

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Author Kevin Chong says he may read from both his two new novels at this year’s Literary Cafe, part of the Harrison Festival of the Arts.

music, and we thought that it was important to include a literary aspect as well. It turned into a café-style evening mixing local writers with music.”

This year, Literary Café has a theme of Heartbreak and Humour, and presents authors Kevin Chong and Alex Leslie as well as guitarist John Gil-

liat. All three hail from Vancouver, a local aspect that has always been important to Literary Café organizers.

“This year we’re really looking forward to having two fairly local authors from Vancouver,” says Cheryl Isaac, UFV Continuing Studies director, who is also master of ceremonies at the café.

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“The festival has a definite grassroots feel in terms of the music and the crafts, and that’s really what we aim for — keeping it local. At UFV Continuing Studies, we’re all about the community we serve, so this is just a part of that partnership.”

Both Isaac and Stenson are excited about this years’ offering.

“I’m a big reader, and Cheryl’s a big reader,” Stenson explains, “so it’s in the back of our minds all year that we have to pick some writers for this event.”

“This year we’re excited for both of our authors. Kevin Chong was part of Literary Café years and years ago with his first novel, so it’s a pleasure to have him back. Not all writers are necessarily good at public readings, but he’s wonderful to listen to.”

Chong has released two books in the last year: a novel, Beauty Plus Pity, as well as a nonfiction work entitled My Year of the Racehorse.

“I remember the first time I read at Literary Café, I was really surprised at how enthusiastic the people at Harrison are about the authors they get out every year. I couldn’t wait to come back.”

“This year I’m still really in the rush of having two books out,” Chong continues. “I’m leaning towards reading from the horse book, but I might read from both. Beauty Plus Pity definitely has aspects of both heartbreak and humour, but I think I like how My Year of the Racehorse

fits in with it, a little unexpectedly. There’s humour at the racetrack in the general spirit of the place, the interactions between everyone there, but there’s also heartbreak —when a horse gets injured, or when you lose money on a bet. It’s kind of interesting how that would tie in.”

Chong is currently working on his fifth book and is becoming fairly well-known; he was recently featured on the cover of BC Bookworld for My Year of the Racehorse.

“We’re really excited to have Kevin back,” Stenson says, “and we also like to support emerging authors and artists, so we’re also excited to have Alex Leslie on board. It seems like her work will make a good combination with Kevin Chong.”

The final piece of the puzzle? The music of John Gilliat, which Stenson and Isaac agree will bind the evening together as a whole.

“He’s got a sort of nouveau-gypsy style, which just seems so appropriate,” Stenson explains. “It’s just the perfect music to make it a cohesive evening.”

This year Literary Café also includes a talk-back element with the authors after the readings, and the audience will have a chance to talk to Chong and Leslie about their work.

Adding this element should help boost attendance, Stenson says, as readers are naturally curious.

Altogether, Stenson and Isaac expect an audience between 75 and 150 to make it out the event.

“It’s not a huge audience, but it’s a committed one,” Stenson says.

“It’s always a lot of fun to come out and hear the authors speak and the musicians play. It’s just such a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a wonderful addition to the festival, and it’s a partnership with UFV that’s very dear to my heart.”

Tickets for the Literary Café are $12 at the door. They can also be ordered at 796-3664.

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Ken Whitely will perform on the beach on Tuesday, July 10.

Roots and blues on tap at Festival This year's Harrison Festival of the Arts will feature a wide range of arts and musical styles but will host some of the hottest roots & blues performers the world has to offer. From West Africa, regarded by many as the birthplace of the Blues, to the Americas, the Harrison Festival will explore this journey from traditional to modern.

Four ticketed evening concerts will bring the blues from Africa to the New World. Blues diva Shakura S’Aida has performed on some of the most noted stages in the world, including the Apollo Theatre in New York, and has been nominated for numerous Maple Blues Awards over the last four years. Markus James & the Wassonrai is the coming together of Mississippi delta blues and traditional music of Mali, West Africa. Sidi Touré comes from Mali, and draws inspiration from traditional music and religion, but is informed by Western Blues.

The winner of two Malian national awards for best singer, Touré was leader of The Songhaï Stars, and is a nationally renowned figure in his home country. Mike Farris & the Cumberland Saints marry old time roots gospel sounds with their own unique arrangements that are mainly inspired

by New Orleans, Stax and the Blues.

The Beach Stage will feature a number of Canada’s finest roots & blues performers. Rick Fines & Suzie Vinnick started playing a few Blues clubs together 12 years ago.

Now, years later, they have over 15 recordings between them, multiple awards and much critical

acclaim. The 24th Street Wailers is a young blues band known for their funky danceable and often hilarious performances.

Ken Whiteley is a Canadian Roots music legend.

His musical journey has taken him from jug band, folk and swing to blues, gospel and children's music. As a producer of over 125 recording projects, Ken’s productions have garnered 10 Canadian Gold and Platinum records, 4 American Gold records, 22 Juno and 2 Grammy nominations, and sold over 8 million copies.

Harrison Kennedy is a prolific songwriter with an irrepressible voice whose soulful assault on the blues, is rich, deepdown, and always rooted in what's happening right now.

Also at the Beach Stage, will be a First Nations take on the blues. Specializing in upbeat Blues & Boogie, singer/pianist, Murray Porter has been compared to the likes of Dr. John, Joe Cocker and Delbert McClinton.

Porter won the 2012 Juno Award for Aboriginal Recording of the Year.

Inez is a Sto:lo singer songwriter, blending traditional native sounds with a love for contemporary Hip Hop and R&B. Jason Burnstick performs his own mixture of Blues and Folk, and was a standout at last year’s Aboriginal Collaboration. Pura Fé is a ‘Renaissance woman’, a founding member of the internationally renowned native woman’s trio, Ulali.

For tickets and information see the website at www.harrisonfestival. com or call the Festival Society at 604-796-3664.

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Call Kerry 604-796-4300 kerry@bcclassified.com Make sure you have a great turn out!

Deadline for publication is Tuesday, 4pm

Agassiz

7300 Elm Rd

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES COMPUTER SERVICES

Rick’s Computer Services 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

June 30 9am - 1pm

• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage

Moving Sale

We Recycle!

GO GREEN! 320

MOVING & STORAGE

www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733

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

(604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

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

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

374

6359 # 7 (Lougheed) Hwy. Phone 604-793-7714 to view before & after sale!

Antiques, collectables, trivial old farm stuff, power tools, nice electric lawn mower, bird houses, small garden ornaments, garden bird baths and water fountains, milk cans, dog houses, carriers, cages, runs (most sizes,) walk behind plough, chain link gates, utility trailer, native framed art, spoon collection, compressors, lawn furniture, wrought iron gates and fences, camping stuff, used windows and skylights, storm screen door, insulated chimney, antique wood cook stoves, working antique electric stove, old logging blocks (up to 300 lbs.) new lumber & bricks.... plus so much more!

Prices will not be cheap on larger and rare items, but they will be fair!

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE Universal weight gym, kids toys, books & clothes, misc. household items & more 9 am - 2 pm Saturday, June 30th 1694 Tranmer Rd, Agassiz

TREE SERVICES

“

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

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

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

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

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

JOIN THE TEAM AT

PETS

RAMADA

477

PETS

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

Customer Service Oriented Hard Working Friendly • Housekeeping • Font Desk • Maintenance/Houseman Email: careers@harrisonhotsprings.com

MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

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

A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting. Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Written Guarantee. Free Est. 20 Years Exp.

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

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Substance Use Counselor Full time Position – 35 hours Job Description The Substance Use Counselor organizes and facilitates one-to-one, group services to Adult and Youth who experience substance use problems. These tasks include accepting and processing referrals, client assessment, referral and the development of service goals with these clients. The employee in this position will follow the guidelines of the AHCS manual and will perform such duties outlined below. This role requires a sound understanding of substance use issues such as: chemical dependency and behaviour, barriers to recovery and substance affect.

Primary Duties: - To Provide Program Administration - To Provide one-to-one treatment and support services and operate groups - To Work as a Member of a Treatment Team - To Maintain Administrative Policies - To Maintain Health and Safety

SMOOTH MINI Dachshunds. Born May 11/12 Family raised. 1st shots, dewormed. $750. 604-855-6176 WHIPPET PUPPIES, born May 10, reg’d, housebroken, $750. Please call: (403)210-0884, (403)999-9041 (Calgary)

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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

MERCHANDISE FOR 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

523

530

FARM EQUIPMENT

MANURE SPREADER: New Holland 518. In excellent shape. New deck and chain.

Only used in the Interior. $3000. Ph. 250-593-9348.

533

FERTILIZERS

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

542

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

STRAWBERRIES Greenvale Farms Now Open!!

Take 264 St exit off Hwy #1 & follow yellow signs

(6030 248 Street) OPEN Mon. Sat. 8am - 7pm Sun. 8am - 6pm

548

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES starting at $99

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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

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

320

MOVING & STORAGE

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

(Must advertise for 2 consecutive weeks.)

Kerry 604-796-4300 kerry@bcclassified.com

320

MOVING & STORAGE

560

MISC. FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE 612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

Chilliwack restaurant for lease/sale, licensed. 20 years of established clientele. Owner moving - must sell!

604-799-5509, serious inquiries.

SMALL ESTABLISHED cabinet shop in Chilliwack for sale. Call evenings, (604)227-2539

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

STEEL BUILDING - HUGE CLEARANCE SALE! 20X24 $4,658. 25X28 $5,295. 30X40 $7,790. 32X54 $10,600. 40X58 $14,895. 47X78 $19,838. One end wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

STEEL BUILDINGS for Sale. Need some extra storage or workspace?

Alpine Steel Buildings is an Authorized Metallic Builder. Kelowna company with 1300+ sold. www.alpinesteelbuildings.com 1.800.565.9800

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

636

MORTGAGES

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

Moving Truck 1 Ton Truck with driver, 24 Hour Service.

Call Dale at 604-869-0981 or Cell 604-860-9437

Desired Requirements: - Substance Abuse/Addictions Counselling Training - Learning Disabilities Training including FASD and ADHD. - Specialized Training and Experience in Health Promotion and Adolescent Alcohol and Drug treatment - Group Work Experience

Please contact us for a detailed job description.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Advertise your $100 or less item

Basic Requirements: - Criminal Records Check - Class 5 Driver’s License with Business Insurance Use - Driver’s Abstract - Use of own vehicle with reimbursement - Computer Skills – Outlook, Microsoft Word, EXCEL

Send Resume and Cover Letter to: Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Attention to Grace Admiraal PO Box 654 V0M 1A0 Agassiz BC

Antiques & Garage Sale Antique furniture & other collectibles, household items, tools, etc. Something for everyone! Rain or Shine 9am - 3pm Sat., Sun. & Mon. on Canada Day long weekend. #17 - 349 Walnut Ave., Harrison Hot Springs

604-856-3626 / 604-855-9351

LIFE time metal roof, 3.5/sf, patio cover, sunroom, replace double glass windows. Andy 604-715-7525

Closing Date: Until position is filled | Salary Range: $ 22.00 hourly plus benefits Probation period: Six (6) months

UNDER $100

DOLLAR DEALS!

Academic and Job Experience Required: - Master degree preferred, BSW or BA in a related field, plus 2 year experience in Substance Use Counselling.

Or e-mail: gadmiraal@shawlink.ca

$15

knoke trucking

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

239

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

Residential & Commercial Services

CRIMINAL RECORD?

Friday: Noon - 6 pm Sat., Sun. & Mon.: 9 am - 4 pm

ADVERTISE YOUR GARAGE SALE

RUBBISH REMOVAL

LEGAL SERVICES

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

GARAGE SALES

HOARDERS GARAGE SALE

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME $ENSE - Reno’s / Repairs Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks etc. Call for an estimate. 604799-3743. Homesense@shaw.ca

300

551 Agassiz

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

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

188

GARAGE SALES

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

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

FINANCIAL SERVICES

EMPLOYMENT ALBERTA: Journeyman Sheet Metal Mechanic Field and Shop Fabrication/Refrigeration Mechanic/Plumbers/Pipefitters. Overtime and Benefit Package. Email resumes to: toddw@peaceriverheating.com Fax: 780-624-2190. Contact Todd at 780-624-4140

HELP WANTED

PERSONAL SERVICES

Competitive Wages!

SALES Outside Sales

160

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

523

UNDER $100

523

TV

563

Looking for older metal coolers, Coleman or Igloo brands preferred.

Will pay cash! Chad, (604)845-0887

UNDER $100

28" Toshiba, console TV $50 call 604-796-9060 after 3 pm

MISC. WANTED

Buying Old Coins: Can + USA $1, 50¢, 25¢, 10¢, Gold, Sets Local Collector 604-701-8041

REAL ESTATE 603

ACREAGE

20 Acres - Only $99/mo. $0 Down, Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas, Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee! Free Color Brochure. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

RV SITES

AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.

18 Agassiz Harrison Observer, Friday, June 29, 2012 REAL ESTATE

TRANSPORTATION

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

TRANSPORTATION 812

AUTO SERVICES

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

RENTALS

838

851

RECREATIONAL/SALE

Serving Harrison Hot Spring & Area

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

818

Ask about our seniors discount.

Pets upon prior approval.

CARS - DOMESTIC

1997 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr auto st#240 $1495 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

2007 30ft Trail Bay Tow Trailer full load generator awning 2 TV’s 13ft slide $16,900. 604-556-3731 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

828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

1986 CHRYLSER New Yorker (Collector) Only 66,300 kms. $4500 obo. 604-855-0633;r 604-897-2718

604-796-8760

MODULAR HOMES

1987 CAMARO 2.8, just AirCared, looks excellent and runs excellent, $1495. Call: (604)866-6168.

JUNE SPECIAL Brand New 16’ Wide Modular Homes. From $69,900 Double Wide Modular 1350 sq ft from $99,900 mark@eaglehomes.ca

2007 5th WHEEL. Fleetwood Advantage, 36’, rear kitchen, 3 slides. $32,500. 604-625-3265 or 604-302-1277.

845 1990 Dodge Diesel Tow Truck.

5sp Runs exc, needs work, some whl lift parts missing lows km’s Pic’s avail $1900 or sell/parts 604 - 996 - 8734

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 any time. $1275/m + damage deposit and references.

Please call 604-491-3600

GUARANTEED

Auto Loans or 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

HARRISON, 905 Hot Springs Rd. 3 Bdrms, new reno’s, large yard.

Avail now. Refs req. 604-792-9097.

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.

HARRISON Hot Springs, waterfront, 5 km fr. HHS. 2 bdrm, 5 appls, cbl TV, N/P. $1,100/mo.

Avail. July 4. Call 1-604-937-5288.

830 1991 34ft Class A RV 460 V8 57,000 mi. Good Tires, Brakes, Load Levelers, 2 Roof A/C, Fridge/Freezer, 3 Burner Stove, Oven, 35,000 BTU Furn, Sleeps 6, TV, Shower/Tub, 10’ Canopy, Onan 5500 Watt Genset. Consider partial trade (604)832-2777

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

MOTORCYCLES

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

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

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

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

1993 PONTIAC GRAND AM. New tires/brakes. Passed Aircare $1100 604-857-0753 or 604-866-9052

838

1998 CHEVY MALIBU, 1 owner, only 80,000 miles. $5,000 obo.

Phone 778-237-0828.

16½’ RV travel trailer, Jay Suther Sport by Jayco, purchased new in Sept.

2010.

Asking $10,900.

(604)536-9108

1997 CHEV PU EXT CAB 5 spd short box ST#229 $3995 2002 GMC SONOMA EXT cab auto st#166 $4995 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 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 2006 CHEV LT CREW CAB auto Duramax diesel leather, loaded ST#217 $12,900 2005 FORD F250 CREW cab Lariat leather diesel 4X4 auto ST#246 $13,900 2005 CHEV 2500 HD LS crew cab Duramax diesel leather 4X4 auto ST#190 $16,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather 4X4 auto diesel ST#164 $17,995 2005 FORD F350 King Ranch crew cab, diesel 4X4 autoshrt box st#251 $20,900

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

RECREATIONAL/SALE

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

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION Agassiz. Room for rent. Furn. or unfurn, util incl, $450/m. call (604)796-9755

750

SUITES, LOWER

ROSEDALE AREA. 2 bedroom basement suite. Rent PLUS water, hydro, garbage pick up, cable, and internet, for only $900. Fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, washer and dryer. No pets/no smoking.

Refs req’d. Available now. 604-7936452

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AUTO FINANCING

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

1-800-910-6402

2000 Lincoln Continental Antique Ivory Pearl, Rich Cream Real Leather Interior, all options, Needs A/C Compressor Aircared till May 2014 Will consider pickup in trade or drive it home for $2900.00 (604)832-2777 2003 PONITAC VIBE, 4 door, standard, lady driven, exc cond, $3800 obo. (778)242-8340

1983 Dodge ext van, raised roof, camperized runs gd, needs lots of sm work New tires Lots of upgrades Pics avail $1500 604 - 996 - 8734

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

Take notice that Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. of 1168 Hamilton St., Suite 403, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2S2, is within the application review stage with the Province of British Columbia, for licences of occupation, eventually leading to rights-of-way and leases, for the purpose of developing waterpower projects on Tretheway Creek, Shovel Creek and Big Silver Creek, situated on Provincial Crown land in southwest British Columbia, adjacent to Harrison Lake.

The Land File Numbers are 2409033 (Tretheway Creek), 2409693 (Shovel Creek), 2408806 (Big Silver Creek) and 2410041 (Transmission Line). Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways: 1) Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision Database website at: www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp where details of this application, including maps can also be found.

2) By mail to the Senior Land Officer at 200 – 10428, 153rd Street, Surrey BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations until July 30, 2012. Comments received after this date may not be considered.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be provided to the public upon request. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations regional office.

2002 HONDA CIVIC, clean, lots upgrades, high kms, $2800 obo.

Micheline tires 1yr. 604- 536-1999 2007 MAZDA 3, auto 4 dr sedan white 67,000kms exc condition rblt status. $6500. 604-615-8891

TRUCKS & VANS

2000 GMC JIMMY, full load. 4.3 Vortec V6, 137,000 km. $4800/obo.

(604)852-0063 or 778-551-0298 1989 MERCEDES E300 soon to be collector status, 6 cyl auto, $1600 obo 604-302-0985

1991 MERCEDES BENZ 190E 6 cyl auto, Aircared, new brakes & wiper motor, recently serviced, well maintained & clean, no rust, leather int, 2nd owner $3000 604-807-3666

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

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

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

851

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1989 Chev Getaway van raised roof, partially camperized. New tires, no rust. P/W, alarm, runs good. Pic’s avail. $1550.

604 - 996 - 8734

Probyn Log Ltd. Notice of Public Viewing Forest Stewardship Plan Amendment #3 Notice is hereby given that Probyn Log Ltd. and the InSHUCK-ch Forestry Limited Partnership are submitting Forest Stewardship Plan Amendment #3 for Forest License (FL) A75657 and (FL) A79368, respectively. The Forest Development Units outlined with the amended plan are located within the Chehalis, Coquihalla and Silverhope Landscape Units within the Chilliwack Forest District/Fraser TSA. The purpose of this amendment is to add the following Non Replaceable Forest Licenses to the Forest Stewardship Plan: NRFL A81822 - Cheam Indian Band and NRFL A90236 - Kwaw-Kwaw-Aplit First Nation. The Forest Stewardship Plan conforms and complies with applicable Higher Level Plans, the Forest and Range Practices Act and the associated regulatory framework.

As per Section 20 of the Forest Planning and Practices Regulation, notice is hereby given to all First Nations, Guide Outfitters, Trappers, Private Land Owners, Water Users and the general public that Forest Stewardship Planning is proceeding and your input is requested so that any concerns or comments can be addressed.

The Forest Stewardship Plan is available for public review and comment commencing June 29, 2012 and lasting for a period of 60 days at Chartwell Consultants Ltd.’s Office, which is located at #210-275 Fell Avenue in North Vancouver, BC. Comments regarding this plan are welcomed and must be received by August 29, 2012.

Comments should be submitted to Rob Deines, RPF of Chartwell Consultants Ltd., #210 – 275 Fell Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3R5 E-mail rdeines@chartwell-consultants.com Phone (604) 980-5061: Fax (604) 986-0361

TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:

Maintaining your ride to be COOL!

APARTMENT/CONDO

T. Marlowe Manor Spacious 1 bdrm available now.

736

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

KEVCO AIR

AGASSIZ

734

TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

2004 MERCEDES E500, 4-matic, 4 dr, fully loaded, auto, black, 145K. good cond, no accid, $10,200 obo.

778-881-1216.

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

706

TRANSPORTATION

1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER. 7 passenger, 178,000 kms. Gd cond. inside/out. $1250. 604-626-6881 2001 Chevy Silvervado 2500 4x4 p/up, 160,000k, single cab, longbox, $3500. 1 (604)796-0302 2001 GMC 1500. Reg cab, in top condition, 158,000/km, V6, plenty of extras. $5800. 604-823-6530 2002 Honda Odyssey EXL, leather int., new tires, new timing belt, 161,000k. $6300. 604-309-4001.

2003 CHEV SUBURBAN Z71, black, rebuilt trans. w/warranty, used eng., new B.J. & brakes. Inspected. $8900 obo (604)826-0519 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, rebuilt auto trans. Runs exc. Green. $3000 obo. (604)826-0519 2007 DODGE CARAVAN - 74,000 kms. Excellent condition. New tires. $9,000/obo. 604-859-8263

33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038

604-855-0666

www.keytrackautosales.com

859

UTILITY TRAILERS

6000 LB TORSHION BAR heavy duty axels & 16” rims, electric brakes. $1500. obo. 604-607-3432 TANDEM CAR HAULER, brand new 15” tires, new spare, winch & ramps, electric brakes, certified. $2500. obo. 604-607-3432

UTILITY TRAILER 350 lb axel with brakes. Certified. 16” 10 ply truck tires, spare tire $1600. obo. 604607-3432

MARINE 912

BOATS

1994 18ft Rinker ski boat, open bow, 3L 135hp. Excellent cond. $7,000. Ed 604-788-5656.

07/12W_TCP4 .Canadian Bar Association Lawyer referral service

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Agassiz

Over 45 years experience.

CLEARANCE

SALE All Frames 50 - 70% off!

Works out to $100 per pair!

Buy 1 set & get your second set of lenses 1/2 off! (* must be with the same prescription)

DESIGNER FRAMES: Guess, Alfred Sung, Bertelli, Nygard, Viva Columbia, Catherine Deneuve & more

Vision Testing • Glasses • Contact Lenses Repairs & Adjustments 604-491-4900 | 7010 Pioneer Ave., Agassiz

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CHAMBER OF

COMMERCE

HARRISON-AGASSIZ

Mon. - Fri., 9am - 5pm & Sat. 10am - 4 pm

On June 12th, the Chamber Social was hosted by Steve & Wanda Dunn aboard their beautiful boat, the Laroan. It was a rainy evening but Harrison Lake was still a sight to see and the Chamber members that were able to attend had an enjoyable time. The socials are a more relaxed way of getting together with an announcement or two and then the chance to freely network and visit amongst each other. There was lively conversation, snacks and even a short trek after docking to go and see the amazing Rainbow Falls.

LEN DAVIDIUK TAX SERVICES “The Taxman Since 1978”

7020 Pioneer Avenue Box 498 Agassiz BC V0M 1A0

Personal • Business Full Bookkeeping Services Tax Planning • Year Round Service

604.796.2806

The next Chamber meeting is a Social at Sasquatch Crossing Eco Lodge and will not be until Tuesday, September 11th at 6 pm due to summer holidays.

info@lendavidiuktaxservices.com

Chamber Director Michelle Mailhot & her husband Jason from Subway Agassiz.

BREAKFAST DAILY 604.796.9339

Open Daily 8:30 am - 8:30 pm Closed Tuesdays

270 Esplanade, Harrison Hot Springs

Agassiz Harrison Community Services AGM July 11 @ 5:30 pm located in the A-H Community Services Boardroom 5-7086 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz

Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce The Voice of Business for Harrison Hot Springs The District of Kent and surrounding area www.harrison.ca

Chamber President & Executive Director of Tourism Harrison, Robert Reyerse and Chamber Director Ian Maw, Director of Sales and Marketing of Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa networking with Chamber Secretary & General Manager of the Harrison Festival Society, Ed Stenson.

Captain Steve Dunn & his crew, wife Wanda at the helm of their boat the Laroan.

AGASSIZ

HARRISON FESTIVAL SOCIETY (604) 796-3664 www.harrisonfestival.com

PRODUCE 7266 Pi Pioneer A Ave. 604.796.8444

604-796-2228 7072 Pioneer Avenue

OPEN: Mon thru Sat from 9am to 6pm SENIORS’ DAY: WEDNESDAYS 10% off regular priced produce & grocery items