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Jaxson Wilkins completes another length, while working out with the Hope chapter of the Spartans Swim Club last week at the Dan Sharrers Aquatic Centre. For more on the club, see page A11.
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For the first time in history, a building in the Fraser-Cascade school district is being named after a trustee. The Jim Sinclair Maintenance Centre on Seventh Avenue pays tribute to the Hope resident’s 30 years as board member. “It’s a great honour and I am very humbled,” said Sinclair. “You don’t expect these kind of things. You don’t get a thank you very often since schools are always a hot spot for parents.” The building has been Sinclair’s dream since the amalgamation of the Agassiz and Hope school districts in 1997. However, it’s taken more than a decade for the district to secure
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funding to bring the project to O’Mahony. fruition. “Our event will allow people to The 5,850 square feet (543.48 tour the facility and have a bite to square metres) facility adjacent eat and meet with Jim, our trustees to the district adminand staff,” said secretaryistrative office replaces treasurer Natalie Lowethe existing 50-year-old Zucchet. “The board structure located near and staff are very proud the Gardner GM dealerof the new maintenance ship. The building has shop … which is named outdoor stalls for bus for a person that I beparking, and will be used lieve most of the comfor quick repairs and inmunity knows and every spections. There is also a one would agree deserves JIM SINCLAIR maintenance shop, and the honour for his long offices for operations and standing support of pubtechnology support staff. lic education.” A grand opening ceremony for Sinclair moved to Hope in 1973 the building will be held on Nov. and started the HUB International 5 at 4 p.m. Several local dignitar- insurance office on Wallace Street. ies will be in attendance, includ- He also served as Rotary Club ing Chilliwack-Hope MLA Gwen member for 36 years and was re-
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sponsible for the Student of the Month program. As a parent of three daughters in the local school district, he saw opportunities for change which eventually motivated him to run for a seat on the board. Sinclair was first elected as a trustee in 1981. Over the years, he was very involved with First Nations education and improving the learning conditions for these students. Working with students and getting to know teachers was also a priority. “I really felt attached to the kids,” said Sinclair. “I enjoyed the politics of (the job) and trying to work together to get things done. I was doing something that I really enjoyed - seeing young people get what they need to learn.”
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and third languages, he was able to enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy program at the University of British Columbia. Upon graduation in 1961, James moved to Hope as a staff pharmacist at Scott’s Pharmacy and eventually purchased the store. It wasn’t until his son Galen graduated as a pharmacist from UBC in 1991 and partnered with his father that they renamed the store Toy’s Pharmacy.
All three of James’ children have followed in his footsteps. However, Galen said he never actively encouraged them to pursue a career in pharmacy. “I think all three of us had an aptitude for science and a specific interest in health science,� he said. “Just watching dad in his daily duties here at the store, you just saw how he enjoyed the work and what he was doing as a member of the health care team in town and
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The Toy family has had a seminar room in the UBC pharmaceutical sciences building named in their honour. how rewarding that was one time.� Giving back to the for him.� James’ daughters community is a value Malaine and Junine grad- that’s been passed down uated with pharmacy de- through the generations. grees from UBC in 1993 Outside of the pharmacy, and 1995, respectively. James was involved with Junine now works as a the Rotary Club, golf club, clinical pharmacist in the curling club and hospital John Ruedy Centre for board. Galen also curExcellence in HIV/AIDS rently serves at the curling at St. Paul’s Hospital in club president. The Toy’s recently proVancouver. Galen is the only sibling still living in vided a $150,000 pledge towards the new Faculty Hope. “I knew that I always of Pharmaceutical Sciwanted to practice in a ences building at UBC. In small town because in the recognition of their conlarger centres, it’s more tributions to the profesdifficult to know your sion, a seminar room has patients,� he said. “I was been named on behalf of genuinely interested in the family. “I wanted dad to be learning who my patients were and doing every- honoured in some way,� thing to serve them. I’m said Galen. “I thought now serving patients that what better place to do are in some cases four it than at the university generations of families at where it all started.�
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Pumpkin carving C.E. Barry students Tyler Smith (left) and Elijah John carve a pumpkin at Fraser Hope Lodge last Thursday. Ronald MacDonald’s Grade 7 class entertained residents with their sculpting skills in preparation for Halloween today (Oct. 31).
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The 13th annual Fall Health Fair takes over Hope Secondary School this Saturday. The event aims to raise awareness about healthy and active living by bringing together local and regional health, social and cultural resources. This year’s theme is Sing for Your Health.
“The idea is just to showcase different modes of activity that can positively benefit your health,” said co-organizer Brenna Ayliffe. “There will be similar participants to last year and many tables will be having draw prizes.” The Fall Health Fair will feature a concession sponsored by Camp Squeah, children’s crafts, storytelling, flu shot clinic,
and entertainment by Hope Performing Arts Community Theatre and Hope Community Choir. Hope’s Heart Hero award will also be presented, which recognizes an individual or group who has made a significant contribution in the community through volunteering, work or other means. Care Transit is providing complimentary shuttle service
to the event on Nov. 3. Pick-up locations are: Riverside Manor 10 a.m., Lakeway Market 10:30 a.m., Park Street Manor 11 a.m., Cariboo Trailer Park 11:30 a.m., and Silver Creek Flood Hope Husky 12 p.m. Anyone who is unable to make these locations is asked to contact Care Transit at 604-869-3396 by noon on Nov. 2 to make other arrangements.
Local crime prevention society hosts open house ally need to try and get some younger people involved,” said president Liz King. “It’s very rewarding work. Basically we try to make sure that we have a secure place to live and try and cut down on crime.” Hope Crime Prevention Society works with the local RCMP and offers volunteers a flexible schedule, requiring a minimum commitment of four hours per month. The organization is hosting an open
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Home Crime Prevention Society needs more volunteers for a variety of its programs. The non-profit group is involved with Speed Watch, Block Watch, Citizens on Patrol, and patrols at Othello Tunnels. An increase in retiring and aging members has resulted in fewer people committing to monthly shifts. “We’ve got lots of things to cover and we re-
house on Thursday (Nov. 1) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in celebration of Crime Prevention Week Nov. 1-7. Members will be on hand to answers questions and provide more information about volunteer opportunities. Coffee, tea and snacks will be served. Hope Crime Prevention Society is located at 777 Fraser Ave., next to the post office. Anyone interested in volunteering can contact hcps@telus.net or 604-869-5900.
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West says son killed Chelsey Acorn
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Jesse Blue West testified in court Thursday that his son, Dustin Moir, killed 14-year-old Chelsey Acorn during an argument at a campground in 2005, and West buried her body to protect him. West said he later lied and told a “crime boss” – actually an undercover police officer – that it was he who had killed Acorn in order to get “all the big steak dinners and travel” that would come with being part of the criminal organization. West, 60, is on trial in B.C. Supreme Court in Chilliwack for the first-degree murder of Acorn, whose body was found in a wooded area in April 2006 off the Coquihalla Highway near the Carolin Mines exit. Acorn had been reported missing from an Abbotsford foster home on June 10, 2005, and an autopsy determined she had been murdered in the fall of that year. However, West said her death took place on June 11, 2005. He said he first met Acorn in about February or March of that year through his son, and he believed the pair to be in a relationship. The two would sometimes stay at West’s apartment in Surrey
when he was travelling for his job as a long-haul trucker. West said that on June 10, 2005 – a Friday – Moir asked West if he and Acorn could stay at the apartment. But West said he would be home for the weekend and recommended the pair go camping instead. West said he picked the couple up in Abbotsford and dropped them off at a campground off the Coquihalla Highway where he had stayed “two or three times” the previous year. West made arrangements to return the following day to see how Moir and Acorn were doing. He said they were arguing when he arrived. “She looked like she was mad … She was shaking her hand at him – more or less, getting her point across to him, I thought,” West testified. He said Moir walked over to him and told him that Acorn was claiming to be pregnant with Moir’s child, and she wanted to move in with him but was angry because he was living with someone else at the time. West said he then told Moir that he would take the couple home, and he went for a walk to give them time to cool down and pack up their stuff. West said as he was walking back toward the campsite, he saw
Moir and Acorn arguing near the river – less than 20 feet from their tent – and it appeared that Moir swung at the teen, knocking her to the ground. Acorn did not get up and was not moving by the time West got to them, he said. She had a gash on her forehead and over her right eye. He said he spent the next several minutes trying to find a pulse and, when he couldn’t, he determined she was dead. West said he then went into “recovery mode.” “That’s when I made the big mistake and decided I would cover up the incident … I decided I would bury Chelsey.” West said he used a machete and his bare hands to dig an 18-inch-deep hole in the fire pit located in front of the tent area, and stripped Acorn of her clothes so that it would be more difficult to identify her if she were found. He said he then gently placed her in the hole, on her side in a fetal position, and covered her face with a napkin. Next, he placed seven or eight large rocks, followed by a layer of dirt. Crown counsel Carolyn Kramer asked West if he then tramped down the dirt with his feet. “No. I did have respect for her,” he said. West said Moir was “in a daze”
and did not help bury Acorn. The pair then cleaned up the campsite and later disposed of all Acorn’s belongings in a dumpster at a Tim Hortons coffee shop in Chilliwack. West and Moir were both arrested and charged in May 2007 following a “Mr. Big” operation in which undercover officers posed as members of a criminal organization. West was shown in undercover footage confessing to the “crime boss” that he had killed Acorn, but he testified on Thursday he lied to win favour with the boss. “The guy’s going to hand me $50,000 in a few days, an Avalanche, a Harley. Those are great incentives to say whatever you want me to say,” West said. Also in taped evidence previously shown in court, West claimed to have knowledge of two other murders, and tried to cut a deal with two investigators to provide details of those crimes. Among his terms was that he be moved from “the hole” in prison. On Thursday, he said he lied about the other murders because he was desperate. “I was being ill-treated, bullied, numerous times a day every day … I would have said anything you wanted me to say to get out of the situation I was in and get in a better situation.”
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Community
New art exhibit at Hope gallery
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Nature is the inspiration for Verda McAffer’s new show at the Hope Arts Gallery in November. Poetic Realism features a variety of realistic pictures, influenced by impressionistic use of light and colour. McAffer has participated in workshops, classes, teaching and organizations across Canada and the U.S. Poetic Realism runs Nov. 1-28 in the back room gallery, with an opening reception on Nov. 3 from 2-4 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Hope Arts Gallery is located at 349 Fort St. For more information, call 604-869-2408 or email info@hopeartsgallery.com.
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Pamela McBride led a festive drop-in workshop for kids at The Art Machine last Thursday. The group used acrylic paints, white glue and glitter to decorate pumpkins donated by Cooper’s Foods.
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Opinion
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Protest raises doubts
Published at Hope, Boston Bar, Yale and surrounding area by Black Press
If the number of people sitting on the steps of B.C.’s legislature or pounding signs into the lawn in protest of oil tankers on our coast and pipelines crossing the province is any indication, one has to ask just how many British Columbians are actually against Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline project? Approximately 3,000 people were in Victoria Monday for the Defend Our Coast protest – a far cry from what organizers anticipated to be the largest act of civil disobedience on the oil sands issue in Canada. Disobedience included staking a 235-metre black banner (the length of a super tanker) across the legislature’s lawn. While protesters were prepared to go to jail for the cause, Victoria Police simply watched the banner – and the event – unfurl. If the media coverage and politicking by B.C. Premier Christy Clark and NDP leader Adrian Dix is to be believed, opposition to the oil issue has blanketed the province, with tens of thousands of residents fearing for the pristine coastline and super natural forests and valleys. If so, where were all these opponents when the chance to voice an opinion and hopefully make a difference presented itself? Could it be a good number of residents see the project as a good thing for the province? Do they see jobs for B.C. residents? Or tax dollars generated to pay for the services needed in Canada? Or perhaps the majority considers the projects a done deal and all the posturing is nothing more than a bunch of rhetoric – and that the oil will flow because the powers-that-be want it and to hell with the desires of the people and the future of the environment. Or even worse, they don’t care. It wouldn’t be the first time apathy raised its ugly head in British Columbia. - Black Press
B.C. Views
Little new in B.C. Liberal renewal
Tom Fletcher B.C. Liberal delegates gathered for their convention on the weekend at the Chateau Whistler, the same luxury hotel where Gordon Campbell fired up the troops in 2008. Back then the advertising slogan was “Keep BC Strong.” Unveiled at Premier Christy Clark’s pre-election pep rally: “Together. Building B.C.” This slight change hints at the big difference. Campbell led a frontrunning party to a third straight majority, while Clark is a struggling underdog pleading for unity to turn back an NDP tsunami. Hence “Free Enterprise Friday,” a discussion open to non-party members. Clark began with an upbeat speech urging party members to
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“reach out our arms, open the tent and be as big as we can possibly be.” So did they? Dashing between three concurrent sessions, I missed a fair amount of it, but there were some provocative suggestions to appeal to those inclined to support the resurgent B.C. Conservatives. An accountant spoke to a packed room about the growing unfunded liability of public sector pensions, most of which are still of the “defined benefit” variety. Based on bond interest rates that have since sunk to all-time lows, these government-guaranteed pensions are now a free ride for those lucky enough to have them, funded by the taxes of private sector workers who in many cases have no pension plan at all. There was talk of passing a law that all new public sector hires be restricted to a “defined contribution” plan where the employee and employer contribute equally and the pension is based on what those contributions yield. This would
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provoke the mother of all confrontations with the B.C. Federation of Labour, but there was no evidence yet that this is going beyond the talking stage. The resolutions continued the theme of confronting the labour movement, ritual combat that seems to be an inescapable part of
“The good news for Clark is that the 2012 convention was a high-energy, wellattended event...” B.C. elections. Delegates passed two motions, one calling for public sector unions to disclose what they spend on salaries, political activities and lobbying, and another advocating a ban on unions spending compulsory dues on political campaigns.
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This is a pet project of Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad, whose constituency sponsored both motions. Rustad presented a private member’s bill last year to require detailed disclosure, but it was left to die on the order paper. Like all the policy resolutions debated at the convention, these ideas are not binding on the government. Again, there is no actual change on the horizon. Delegates rejected another motion that would have made membership in the B.C. Teachers’ Federation optional. This would have been a declaration of war on B.C.’s most militant union, just as Clark and Education Minister Don McRae embark on a long-shot bid to end the decades of confrontation that have defined that relationship since teachers were relegated to the industrial union model of labour relations. There was a brief debate on a motion to scrap the carbon tax, spon-
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sored by northern members who see it as unfairly punitive on those who endure cold weather and long highway drives for themselves and the goods they need to have trucked in. This was rejected too, after delegates were reminded that the tax now takes in more than $1 billion annually that is used to reduce business and personal income taxes. Scrapping it would amount to announcing across-the-board income tax hikes, contradicting 12 years of B.C. Liberal policy just before an election. The good news for Clark is that the 2012 convention was a highenergy, well-attended event that contradicts the notion of a party in disarray. The bad news is, nothing has really changed. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Letters
Cyber bullying needs to be addressed themselves for viewers around the globe to see? Nonetheless, the many breakthroughs in today’s digital landscape present both dangers and constructive possibilities alike. Prominent educators warn that it is absolutely critical to reach kids in the digital arena where they spend much of their time. Big question is how does one navigate a child’s life away from the demonic actions by sexual prowlers thriving in todays digital landscape? What is troubling indeed, while these enormous social changes
evolved most of our elected leaders, and citizens, crept along with snaillike speed to stem the tide. None made an attempt to write legislation forcing these cyber gurus to create and distribute an “eraser” button so that people could erase false statements and pictures placed there by people aiming to hurt others. Up until now these rich tech giants, who invented facial recognition technology, claim that creating an eraser button is not feasible technically. I truly believe that it is the duty of all concerned to embrace the positives of the digital media, and promote in-
novative uses of technology in schools to prepare kids for the future. Millions of users already are using CommonSense.org to find very “good stuff.” There are many electronic games on the market that provide positive experiences for kids and families at fair prices. All is not lost. Nonetheless, it truly is lamentable that the likes of Amanda Todd’s young life was snuffed out so dramatically. Let’s pray that this sad event may wake up a lethargic, dozing adult community. Gertie Pool
Trade deal gives Canada’s future away to China
The new omnibus bill of the Conservative government is a carefully timed smoke-screen. The Conservatives are ensuring that Canadians are focused on yet another attack on our democratic processes while they slip by a truly frightening trade agreement with China. While the U.S. presidential candidates make a cornerstone of their platforms protection of American citizens from misuse by China, the Harper government is secretly giving away Canadians rights for the next 31 years. This agreement, poised to pass quietly Nov. 1, will allow China’s powerful state-owned enterprises such as Sinopec, (Asia’s largest refiner) the Kai-
Choir concert memorable Congratulations to Hope Community Choir for a very musical program at the annual United Church October luncheon Saturday, Oct. 27. The 30-voice choir, under director Jill Last, with accompanist Karrie Matthew performed three memorable numbers - Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis), Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen) from the 2010 Olympics, and You Raise Me Up. Many Hope ladies will recall singing at many venues around the Valley, at Expo 86, plus two LP recordings were made here in Hope. It is very encouraging to hear this choir again. They will be singing at the community health fair on Nov. 3 - “Sing For Your Health.” Elaine Gardner
luan Group (a coal conglomerate) and CNOOC (a national oil company) to control the pace and scale of resource development in Canada. If you are one of the many who look forward to restoring some of the environmental protection and other laws that have been recently gutted, think again. The deal, in effect, gives risk insurance to Chinese companies borne by Canadian taxpayers Taxpayers assume major liability for business losses of Chinese investors due to legal or regulatory changes in Canada. When the Northern Gateway Project is rejected by British Columbians it will allow its Chinese backers to sue the provincial government.
British Columbians won’t even be able to follow what’s going on, as the agreement allows for quasi-secret arbitration that doesn’t even fall under Canadian jurisdiction. The treaty clearly states that documents may be withheld from the Canadian public in these cases. The Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) also gives China’s state owned enterprises, already under fire for corruption and inefficiency, the right to contest any Canadian standards that might stipulate the use of Canadian labour and materials in resource projects. Watch for floods of Chinese workers as companies are legally allowed to bring
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with no skin on? Which (or witch?) is appropriate, I suppose, with it being Halloween and all. But fun aside, we use songs in our Mother Goose and library story times because not only are they a lot of fun but there is a also strong link between music and early literacy. With this in mind, I was toddling around the Edmonton Public Library (www.epl.ca) website recently, I came across a very good introduction to the six core early literacy skills: q We like books! (or, print motivation): That’s what story time at your library is all about! We play, laugh, dance, sing, and generally make a lot of noise. And it’s certainly all for a good cause! q We know words! (vocabulary): Knowing the names of things helps youngsters interact with their worlds. So when reading about a duck that gets stuck in a pumpkin (Pumpkin Trouble by Jan Thomas) children see the pumpkin, know what a pumpkin is, and then can make the connection between real things and print. q We can tell a story! (narrative skills): Hearing stories allows youngsters to learn how to tell stories and describe events. Read or tell your children stories. There are tons of great children’s picture books – a current favourite is Ed Emberley’s Go Away Big Green Monster where the big green monster progres-
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Kyri Hartman reads a story to her children Olivia and Kessler during Mother Goose at the Hope Library on Monday. The program uses rhymes, songs and stories to create positive family patterns and give children healthy early experiences with language and communication.
sively appears and then disappears. q We know letters! (letter knowledge): Everyone knows the alphabet song. At Mother Goose, we sing it every week. When children make the connection between letters and print - Eureka! q We see words! (print awareness): When a child learns how to hold a book (or e-reader or tablet) and how to follow words on Deb the page (or Ireland screen), they are on the road to literacy. When they come to understanding print has meaning … well, this is what reading is all about. q We hear words! (or, phonological awareness): As Mem Fox writes in Reading Magic, children can’t learn to
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talk unless adults talk to them. Skill in this area allows children to hear and play with the smaller sounds within words. As adults, talk, talk, talk to the children in your lives. Talk all the time. There are lots of good children’s music collections and the library has over 1,200 children’s music CD’s available for borrowing. And online there are lyrics for all occasions. Don’t worry if you “can’t” sing – I can’t either and the children at story time don’t seem to mind at all! Sometimes I’ll pop a puppet onto my hand, then it’s just the puppet making that awful racket! And “Sing for your Health!” is the theme of this year’s Fall Health Fair, which is coming
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Have you ever had one of those “Really, this is just annoying” songs get stuck in your head? I spend a great deal of time either researching, rehearsing, or singing children’s songs so it happens to me a lot. This morning, it’s this one: Have you seen the ghost of John? All white bones with his skin all gone. Oooh, ooooh, ooooh, oooh! Wouldn’t it be chilly
up on Saturday (Nov. 3). Visit Jacque and I at the library table – we’ll be telling stories, sharing books and, perhaps, even singing! Until then, Happy Halloween! On the nightstand: British Columbia Bizarre: Stories, Whimsies, Facts and a Few Outright Lies from Canada’s Wacky West Coast by Rosemary Neering. Neering has published many B.C. history books and this one is a real treat. Short vignettes about little known (at least to me!) historical tidbits, such as the 1911 article in the Chilliwack Free Press about that city’s “first class roller rink.” Also, George Bowering’s Pinboy: A Memoir. This is Bowering’s coming of age (he grew up in Oliver) story. Interesting, but I’m still undecided.
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Hope Al-Anon Group Meeting: Welcome and support friends and families of problem drinkers. Monday, Nov. 5 8 p.m. Fraser Canyon Hospital meeting room 1275 7th Ave. 604-869-7078 obfuskat@telus.net Auxiliary to the Fraser Canyon
Hospital/Fraser Hope Lodge: We do fundraising for our hospital and lodge throughout the year. Have two gift shops with handmade afghans, baby layettes, jewelry, sweets and cards. One gift shop is in the hospital and the other is in the lodge. All money is spent on items for our hospital and lodge.
Look forward to new members who would enjoy our volunteer auxiliary. Monthly meetings held in the hospital conference room, downstairs. Monday, Nov. 12 1 p.m. Fraser Canyon Hospital 1275 7th Ave.
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Evening. Tuesday, Nov. 6 7 p.m. Hope United Church 310 Queen St. 604-869-8435 atlast@uniserve.com Hope Homelearners Group: Come and meet other homeschooling families
in your community! Children and caregivers welcome. Meeting Tuesday, Nov. 13 6:30 p.m. Hope Library 1005 6th Ave. 604-860-0308
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first Wednesday of the month to sing along with a friendly group of people. Wednesday, Nov. 7 1:30 p.m. Hope United Church 310 Queen St. 604-869-8435 atlast@uniserve.com Continued on A10
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with Don Harder. Review your driving, brush up on your knowledge and make a plan of action to help you stay on the
road safely. Light refreshments will be served. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, 1 p.m. Hope Library 1005 6th Ave.
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Harvest Time Fair: Enjoy breakfast while listening to music by Doreen Froese and Phyllis Epp. Silent auction items and “Loonie Bags” galore. Speaker Trudy Bayek, award winning journalist from Abbotsford, will talk about “The Story Behind the Story.” Thursday, Nov. 8 9 a.m. Kimchi Restaurant 621 6th Ave. 604-869-8420 hopecwc@hotmail. com
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Sports Hope has renewal in competitive swimming Spartan Swim Club helps improve strength and technique
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Swim coach Steve Link helps Nicola James with her hand paddles at last Thursday’s practice for the Hope chapter of the Spartan Swim Club. Fourteen swimmers work out twice a week at the Dan Sharrers Aquatic Centre, improving their swimming strength and technique. The next intake for the club is in January, for the 14-week January to April session.
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Long-time Hope residents may reminisce about the glorious days of outdoor swimming at the old Centennial Pool — but when the cold autumn rain sets in, it’s nice to have a warm, dry place to go and have a splash... or a rigourous workout, like 14 kids are getting with the Hope chapter of the Spartan Swim Club. Under the guidance of Hope Secondary shops teacher Steve Link, the age seven to 14 swimmers meet for one-hour sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Dan Sharrers Aquatic Centre. Sharrers was the much-loved coach of the Hope Otters Swim Club — which was in its heydays at the old outdoor facility that sat roughly on the same site as the present indoor pool. Now, with the support of the Chilliwack-based Spartans, Hope is seeing a resurgence in competitive swimming. “The difference is, we take the summers off,” said Link. “It’s kind of backwards to what the summer club was about. We hope to get it to be a year-round program.” Link swam competitively in Saskatoon, from age 10 to 18 and he has moved up to the head coaching position after two years as an assistant in Hope. His daughters Emma and Darby are members of the club and Emma and two other girls have qualified to take part in regional meets in the Lower Mainland this season. “Kami Becker, Sarah Irwin and Emma qualified by swimming 300 metres in less than 5:40 and a 200-metre individual medley in less than 4:30,” explained Link. “There’s a series of events in the region throughout the year, so we’ll pick a few for them to go to.” The parent club in Chilliwack is having great success in its registration numbers, added Link. Since he was on a waiting list, one young Chilliwack-based swimmer has chosen to come to Hope to get his time in the pool. There may be even more at the next session, which runs from January to April. “We have all of the Spartans’ resources at our fingertips,” added the coach. “They are only a phone call away.” A wander through the Hope pool’s equipment room also netted a few items that the club is now utilizing, such as flippers, pull buoys and hand paddles. Link said the flippers are especially helpful for the younger swimmers, who start to sink before they can complete a 25-metre length. They also give the swimmers a feeling for swimming quickly. “The pull buoys are floats that they hold between their thighs,” said Link. “This makes their legs float, so the kids can work on just their arm strokes. “We also got some pieces of inner tube from Kal Tire, to hold their knees together when they are doing their snap kicks. “The hand paddles are partly for strength training and also to get a feel for the water,” said Link. “It’s important to optimize your pull, from the moment your hand goes into the water and on through the whole stroke.” Link works with the more senior swimmers — putting them through as many as 60 lengths in a session — while former club swimmer James Irwin works with the younger students, who can burn up as many as 25 lengths in the hour. The next intake for swimmers will be in January, for the 14week January to April program. The registration fee of $238 covers pool rental and coaching costs, explained Link. Interested swimmers and their parents are welcome to drop by the pool during the club’s practices. “They can come and see me on-deck,” said Link, “or if they come to the viewing area, they can pick up an info sheet there.”
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BARRY, Robert Charles Oct. 8, 1933 - Oct. 21, 2012 With sorrowing hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and brother-inlaw. Bob was born in Agassiz BC on October 8, 1933 and lived in Yale for a good portion of his life. Bob was predeceased by his parents and grandparents. He is survived by his loving wife Maurine of 57 years, sons: Bruce (Trish), Maurice (Cindy), daughter: Catherine (Chris), brother: William (Bill) (Diane), five grandchildren, six great grand children, nephews and niece. Bob’s working life started out for the C.P.R. but he decided that wasn’t the job for him. He then went to work for the Dept. of Highways, surveying around the province. In 1968 he took over his parent’s store of which the family are still operating today. He was Canada Post Postmaster in Yale from 1970 - 2000. Bob enjoyed his many card games, shuffling the decks. He was a former member of Mount Hope Lodge No. 139A.F & A. M. and Canyon Chapter No. 70 O.E.S. Yale Ratepayers and Yale Historic Society. Thank you to the nurses and doctors at Fraser Hope Lodge and Heritage Village in Chilliwack for their care of Bob over the past 12 years. Please join the family for a Celebration of Life on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 2 pm at the Historic St. John the Divine Church in Yale. Refreshments to follow at the Yale Community Centre.
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Our dear mom, grandma, and great-grandma died on October 11, 2012 in Chilliwack General Hospital. She was 87. Merle was predeceased by Donald, her husband of 54 years, in 1998, her sister Eileen and her toddler brother George. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by her 3 children Karen (Barry) Kerfoot of Vancouver, Alan (Susan) DeLong of Hope, & Joanne (Don) Clevett of Edmonton; grandchildren Jennifer (David) Ham, Timothy (Daniela) Howell, Rachel (George) Freitag, Danielle (Chris) Jarman, and Rhodri Howell; 5 great-grandchildren Paul & Lochlann Freitag, Nicholas Jarman, Julia Ham, and Aidan Howell; brother-in-law Doug (Muriel) DeLong and sistersin-law Joan (Landon) DeLong and Doris (Don) Campbell, and by many nieces and nephews. Born in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba to Percy and Olive Titchener, Merle there met and married Donald in 1944; by 1946 they were happily settled with their first-born in Chilliwack, their home until the end. Merle’s love of family sustained her, as did her lifelong involvement with the Rebekahs, passions such as travelling, outings, knitting, and bingo, and cheering on her Vancouver Canucks and BC Lions. A Celebration of Merle’s life will be held at 2 pm on Friday, November 9th, at the IOOF (Odd Fellows) Hall, 46008 Reece Avenue East, Chilliwack. Donations to Canuck Place Hospice, http://www.canuckplace.org/, would be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ted McArthur, on October 23, 2012 after a brief illness. He was 84 years old. His family was by his side throughout the week. His greatest sorrow was the passing of his wife of 61 years, Susan Jane McArthur, last December. Ted enjoyed curling and golfing, in Vernon for the past 25 years and in the many other communities where he worked for the Ministry of Forests. He was proud of his forestry career, starting at Lemon Look Out in the Nelson region (1950) to Operations Manager at Golden (1986). He was very proud of the time spent working with his son, grandson, and daughter in the contract forestry sector during his retirement. He volunteered as draw-master for the Vernon Curling Club for numerous years and always looked forward to curling season. “Dad” was a family man always willing to give his family a hand at home and yard projects. He is survived by his sons: Stuart (Lorraine) and Robin (Lori), daughters: Diane (Ben) Bekker, Kim Haslebacher and Ruth McArthur, grandchildren: Christopher (Erin) McArthur, Bradlee McArthur, Melissa McArthur, Stephanie McArthur, Stephen McArthur, Sheena McArthur, Daniel Petty (Carrie), Erica Petty (Adam), Jaye (Jeff) Quesnel, Robyn (Ryan) Weisbrot, and Deanna Bekker (Antoine), great grandchildren: Kirsten, Jordan, Trinity, Sierra, Gabby, Zander, Danaicia, William and Dawson, nephew: Dale (Sandra), sister: Wenonah Frisby, sisterin-law: Marge Dyck, Dolly Pressaco and brother-in-law: Jim (Marie) Anderson. Ted was predeceased by his wife Susan, his oldest son Dalton, his brothers Pat, Ben and Jon, and his sister Betty. The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr. Philp, Dr. Naude and all the staff at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital for their compassionate care. A memorial service was held on Sunday, October 28 at Trinity United Church in Vernon. Rev. Bob Thompson presided. The arrangements are being entrusted to Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services.
MORROW, ROY bcclassified.com Roy Morrow passed away peacefully on October 26, 2012 in his 92nd year at Fraser Canyon Hospital in Hope, BC. Roy is survived by his loving wife Dee of 63 years; children Beverley (Peter), Kenneth (Darlene), Ronald (Jodie), grandchildren Jason, Justin, Nicole, Kalvin (Nao), Cole, Emily, great grandchildren Camryn, Madyson, and Hana. Roy was predeceased by his son Gregory, brothers Edgar and Leonard, sisters Lena, Rita and Pauline. Roy was born in Vancouver, BC at St. Paul’s Hospital on July 31, 1921. He attended Van Horn Public School and John Oliver High School. Following a two year stint with the Army, Roy tried his hand at various occupations before becoming an agent for Chevron Canada where he continued for over 40 years. Roy and Dee resided in Hope, BC since 1949. Roy enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and reading. Roy was a member of the Lions Club and Masonic Lodge. Roy will be greatly missed by his family and friends. The family wishes to thank Dr. Botha, Christina Scherle and the caring staff at Fraser Canyon Hospital. There will be a Celebration of Life held at Hope BC, Royal Canadian Legion Hall on Friday November 2nd at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
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HAPPY THOUGHTS To My Wonderful Husband,
Congrats on winning the 2012 Business Excellence Award! All those long hours and all your hard work has paid off. So very proud of your success. Keep up what you’re doing! Lots of Love Candace & family
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LOST AND FOUND
FOUND: 2 child’s scooters, Water Ave area, good cond., call to describe. (604)860-0566 FOUND: small grey & black dachshund, male, no tattoos or tags. Call Al 604-869-8535
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Receptionist/Classified Sales Representative The Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer, one of BC’s leading community newspapers, has an immediate opening for a receptionist/classified sales representative. This position is part-time, 30 hours per week and is located at The Observer office in Agassiz. The successful candidate will be required to meet sales budgets and be responsible for selling numerous special features and promotions. The position will also handle classified inquiries over the telephone and walk in customers. The ideal candidate must be very motivated, energetic, outgoing and organized. Being able to work independently and part of a dynamic, award winning team is essential. Excellent communication skills both verbally and written are required, along with a friendly disposition. Previous sales experience is an asset but not necessary. Training will be provided. We offer a competitive wage and benefits package. The Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer is a member of the Black Press group of newspapers. Please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday, November 16th at 5:00 p.m. to: Drop off: 7167 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz e-mail: publisher@abbynews.com
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The Board of Education of School District No. 34 (Abbotsford) The Abbotsford School District invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions:
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TEACHING ASSISTANTS
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
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HELP WANTED
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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. Email resume & driver abstract to trish@sprucehollowheavyhaul.com
Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051
TransX Class 1 O/OP’s Needed Can-U.S runs - Great Opportunity! Contact George - 1-877-914-0001
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EDUCATION
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604 777 2195 TEMPORARY HELPER
HELP WANTED
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
HELP WANTED
Slumberlodge Motel 250 Fort St. Hope Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.
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MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250 HINO CENTRAL Fraser Valley is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Technician (Senior Apprentice or Journeyman) to add to our growing team in Langley. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits in a fully-equipped ultra-modern facility. Visit www.hinocentral.com Apply to: hr@hinocentral.com; fax: 780-6384867.
SIBOLA MOUNTAIN FALLING is looking for Certified Fallers for seismic work in BC & Alberta. For more info contact Jordan at 250-5969488 or jordan@sibolamountainfalling.com
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
WOODCREW FINISHING ETC. FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL NEEDS New Construction ~ Renovations One Call Does It All! Additions ~ Finishing ~ Decks, Stairs ~ Siding ~ Kitchen ~ Bath ~ Basement. Install Doors ~ Windows ~ Ceramic Tile, Laminate ~ Drywall & Painting. Have all WCB & full liability INSURANCE. Call Dean 604-835-1320
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HELP WANTED
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
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TREE SERVICES
PHILLIPS TREE SERVICES, Removals, Toppings. Free estimates & Fully Insured. Call 604-869-9990
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WINDOWS
FRASER CANYON GLASS, for all your glass repairs, windshields domestic & imports. (604)869-9514
PETS 477
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 LAB PUPS yellow / black, m/f, CKC reg. papers, all shots, dew claws removed,tatooed $850 (604)820-7714
LEGAL SERVICES
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
GLEN TRAUN LANDSCAPING, Commercial & Residential yard maintenance. Call 604-869-2767
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
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.
POMERANIAN - 2 weeks old, black w/ a touch of white. 1st shot, vet checked. $550 (604)941-2959
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CLEANING SERVICES
Experienced House Cleaner available. Call Bev (604)749-7181
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COMPUTER SERVICES
ALLSYS IT, new computer sales & service. 604-869-3456 or info@allsyscomputers.com
MOVING & STORAGE
GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured. Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737
329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
CONTRACTORS
BARCLAY FLETCHER CONTRACTING, complete home reno’s, additions & more. (604)869-1686
ELECTRICAL
KENLIN ELECTRIC, residential, rural, commercial, new construction, reno’s. Call (604)860-8605 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
Swiss Mountain pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet ✔ dewormed. $850. 604-795-7662
Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 245
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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PLUMBING
STEEL BUILDINGS - CANADIAN MADE! - REDUCED PRICES NOW! 20X22 $4,455. 25X26 $4,995. 30X38 $7,275. 32X50 $9,800. 40X54 $13,995. 47X80 $19,600. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
REAL ESTATE • Tree & Stump Removal • CertiďŹ ed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~
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www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046
MISC. FOR SALE
Tree removal done RIGHT!
LANDSCAPING
No Credit Checks!
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, asphalt shingles, flat rfs. Cln gutters $80. Ins. BBB. Seniors, 10% off. 1-855-240-5362. www.glroofing.ca
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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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
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS HOPE, FOR SALE:
1 manufactured home 14 ft. wide w/2 bdrms. Brand New. In the Lismore community, a seniors community “Where the Good People live�. Call Gordon for details & for an appointment to view @ (604) 240-3464
New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $66,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960. Glenbrookhomes.net
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MORTGAGES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523
UNDER $100
ANTIQUE DRESSER with mirror, partially restored. $25. Call (604)869-0353
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FREE ITEM
FIREWOOD, 1 truck load, free to pick up. Call (604)750-8422 MERCHANDISE: CLASS 500’S From antiques & collectibles, to sporting goods and electronics, to parakeets and pet supplies, if it’s considered merchandise for sale, you can find it here.
RENTALS 545 275
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
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HELP WANTED
DISTRICT OF HOPE
TEMPORARY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Persons with proven experience on snow plowing equipment are required for temporary employment are required for temporary employment on an as required basis for snow clearing operations. Individuals must hold a valid Class 3 Drivers License with Air Endorsement. The rate ofpay $23.00 per hour with an additional 50 cents per hour for the shift differential between the hours of 10:00pm and 5:00am per the current CUPE 458 Collective Agreement. Interested applicants must submit a resume and completed driver’s abstract to: The District of Hope Attention: Mr. Ian Vaughan PO Box 609, 325 Wallace Street Hope, BC VOX 1L0
Along with your resume send a letter of interest indicating how you meet the qualifications to:
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FRANK’S LAWN SERVICE, lawn care, hedge trimming, gutters, rubbish removal. Call (604)869-1040
Need CA$H Today? Own A Vehicle?
CANYON CARPETS, 549 Wallace St., Hope. For all your floor covering needs! Call 604-869-2727
The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profit organization providing free shelter and support/counseling services to abused women and their children. The Society is seeking applications for the position of Relief Worker at the Jean Scott Transition House.
Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
PURE CHI. Relaxing Chinese Full Body MASSAGE ~ 604-702-9686 9am-11:30pm 9263 Young Rd Chwk www.purechimassage.com
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
BENEFIT PACKAGE!
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Hope & Area Transition Society
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.
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time potions. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
PERSONAL SERVICES
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Coastal Certified Hand Fallers -Camp Positions Avail. •Coastal Certified Bull Buckers (Falling)-Includes vehicle/accommodations •Road Grader Operator (Excavator experience an asset) •Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers (Pacific) •Grapple Yarder Operators •Hooktenders •Chasers •Line Machine Operator •Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-9564888 or email to office@lemare.ca.
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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
JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat 250-8328053, pat@brabymotors.com
Part time, Building Maintenance Apply in person
PERSONAL SERVICES
by Friday, November 9, 2012. Previous applicants must submit a new resume as previous application forms will not be considered.
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FUEL
1YR Seasoned Alder Birch Maple Clean, Split, DRY & Delivered. Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)726-3024
Eagle Valley Premium
WOOD PELLETS $4.30/40lb bag when purchasing a skid of 60 bags OR $5.10/40lb bag individually Call 604-869-9952 or 604-819-3593 20305 Flood Road, Hope
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FURNITURE
MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 *NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379
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APARTMENT/CONDO
HOPE
1 & 2 BEDROOM APT Adult complex, fridge, stove, N/P, drapes, laundry facilities. Ref’s req’d.
604-869-1212 or 604-869-2139
HOPE, 1 bdrm apt., newer, $600/ mon., includes hot water, N/S. Avail Oct 1. Call 1 (604)794-7132 or 604-819-6122
HOPE, 2 bdrm apt in newer building in downtown. W/D, A/C, secure, priv. balcony, covered parking, N/S, no party, suit. for mature or seniors. Call 604-855-9940
HOPE, 2 bdrm + loft, 2 full bathrooms, 5 appliances, gas fireplace, $890. On Scott Dr. Avail now. Call (604)860-4953
ANSWERS FOR OCTOBER 24 CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Wednesday, October 31, 2012, Hope Standard A15 RENTALS 706
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
HOPE:
1 bedroom apartments for rent on Wallace St. $600. Newly renovated. Great view of Mt. Hope. On site coin-op laundry. N/P, N/S.
Call (604)869-1301 or kimited@hotmail.com HOPE
RENTALS
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HOPE, Retail Space available, 591 Wallace, 3 units + storage shed starting at $400/mon +hst, incl heat, water & garbage. Call Rob @ 604869-9763
HOPE, 3 bdrm house with unfinished bsmt in Silver Creek, incl. 4 appl., N/S, completely reno’d. Tenant must be tidy with good ref. $1000+util. 604-302-5100
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
HOPE, 1 bdrm duplex, avail Nov 1, N/P, N/S, Adult only. Call (604)8692628 after 6.
3 bedroom townhouse, 5 appl., soundproof, radiant heat, blinds, fenced yard, patio, 658 Coquihalla St., sunny side of town, N/S, no dogs, D/D Ref’s req. Avail now.
HOPE - 3 bdrm, 2 bath, big yard, central to all schools. Avail. Dec. 1. $800/mon. Small pet ok. (604)860-3658
Call (604)869-6599 or (604)796-0069
For rent, better than an apartment. No noisy neighbours. 3 bedroom double wide manufactured home. In a seniors community. References, criminal background check. N/P, N/S. Call for appointment. Now accepting applications. Gordon 604-204-3464
HOPE
Better than an apartment, no noisy neighbours on other side of the wall. A 2 bedroom Mobile home in a Seniors Community in Hope. References. One pet under 20lbs. allowed. Call for an appointment to view, Gordon 604-869-7641 HOPE
Coquihalla Courts
733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS HOPE
HOPE
In a Seniors community in Hope. Mobile homes for sale from $17,000 to a brand new one for $74,000. 2- Vacant pads for rents.
2 Bdrm apt. $650
HOPE, Silver Hope Mobile Park. Cabin, Mobile homes, and R/V pads for monthly rentals, cable included. Call (604)869-1203
Ross Fullbrook Royal LePage 604-792-0077
HOPE,
Large 2 bdrm apt., oak kitchen, gas fireplace, adult oriented, n/p, resident caretaker. $795/mo. Avail. Nov 1. 604-860-4559 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL HOPE, Newly reno’d commercial storefront in centre of town for rent or lease, 1200 sq ft, avail immed. Further reno’s to suite negotiable. Call 1-604-505-1077 or 1-604-2677473
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HOMES FOR RENT
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HOMES FOR RENT
HOPE, 21241 Kettle Valley Rd 4 BDRM 3 bath newer home, good cond., 2 car garage, 5 appl., fenced yard, hardwood floors, avail now. pet neg. $1100/m. Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal LePage, (604)7920077 HOPE, 2 bdrm trailer on farm in Hope, suitable for quiet couple, fenced yard, sm pets OK, security check req. $720/mo. Call 778-8836654 HOPE, 2 bedroom, $850/mon. Avail. immediately. Ref. & DD Req’d. Call 1-604-792-0232 HOPE, 3bdrm home with view for rent, avail Oct 31, all appliances, large fenced yard, $950/mo, N/S. Call 778-991-3577
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AUTO FINANCING
CARS - DOMESTIC
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MERCHANDISE: CLASS 500’S From antiques & collectibles, to sporting goods and electronics, to parakeets and pet supplies, if it’s considered merchandise for sale, you can find it here.
KAWKAWA LAKE, 3 bdrm home, stunning views of lake, floor to ceiling reno’s just completed, water access 100 yds away, W/D, $1290/mo. Avail immed. Call 1-604505-1077 or 1-604-267-7473
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2008 HONDA Accord EX only 27,000km. Like new. V6 auto. Sunroof. $19,500 (604) 835-0610
ROOMS FOR RENT
HOPE - rooms for rent in downtown motel. Some rooms with kitchens. Incl., fridge, microwave, coffee maker, utilities, wi-fi & cable. Monthly rates $600 $700/month. 604-869-5500 or 778-998-7230 or citycentremotelhope@gmail.com
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
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STORAGE WANTED In Hope or surrounding areas. Seeking secure winter storage for 22 foot ski boat (rent neg). Contact Jordan for details (604) 999-2378.
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TOWNHOUSES
HOPE, 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse on Scott Dr., 5 appliances, $780 per mo. Avail now. Call (604)8604953
TRANSPORTATION 809
WINTER TIRES, studded, 4, almost new, M/S 225/60R16 XL, 1/2 price $600. Call (604)869-2195
Win
a KitchenAid 13 Cup Food Processor!
PLUS! Your recipe could be published in our Festive Favourites 2012 Recipe Book. Email recipes to sales@hopestandard.com, fax to 604-869-7351 or drop off at 540 Wallace St., Hope.
We are looking for your holiday or everyday recipes for: Ĺ” BQQFUJ[FST Ĺ” TPVQ TBMBET Ĺ” NBJO EJTIFT Ĺ” EFTTFSUT DPPLJFT
SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly & Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
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TRUCKS & VANS
1999 CHEVY VENTURE VAN, $3000, 241,000 kms, runs good. Call (604)869-2309 2003 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE- 4 dr. 7 pass. loaded, exc. cond. new brakes $2650 (604)556.4242
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AUTO SERVICES
HOPE AUTO BODY, complete collision repair & restoration. www.hopeautobody.ca Call (604)869-5244
2004 TOYOTA TUNDRA, crew cab, low miles, excel. cond.,$14,800. (604)860-4191 or (604)860-9074
DISTRICT OF HOPE
INVITATION TO REGISTER EQUIPMENT FOR HIRE The District of Hope invites owners to register their Equipment and Skid Steer Equipment for Hire by the District for the 2012/2013 winter season on an as required basis. Under the direction of the Roads and Drainage Foreman, skid steer equipment operators will be required to remove snow from a list of dedicated sidewalks during snow events when snow depths become a hindrance to pedestrians. Registration forms may be obtained from and returned to: The District of Hope 325 Wallace Street PO Box 609 Hope, BC VOX 1L0
COURTESY OF:
KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:
1995 MAZDA 626 4 dr auto sdn runs good st#287 $1495 2002 KIA RIO RX-V 4dr auto, hatch back st#245 $1995 1999 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto sedan runs good st#285 $2400 1995 FORD EXPLORER 2dr 4X4 5spd 5 pass Aircared ST#299 $2495 1999 PONTIAC TRANSPORT van 7 pgr low km ST#281 THIS WEEK $2299 2000 DODGE NEON 4DR auto sunroof, runs good ST#147 $2995 2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr auto st#195 $2995 1999 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr sedan fully loaded ST#303 $3495 2000 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto sedan ST#169 $3495 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4dr auto 4X4 runs good ST#221 $3900 1994 CHEV CAMARO black, auto T-Top low kms 178K ST#279 $4,800 2005 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4dr auto AirCrae ST#276 $4900 2007 PONTIAC MONTANNA 7pgr Van runs good no accidents ST#312 $6900 2006 DODGE MAGNUM 4dr wagon auto fully loaded ST#106 $6900 2007 FORD FUSION 4DR auto fully loaded ST#250 $7495 2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 pass low km, fully loaded ST#268 $7,900
TRUCKS THIS WEEK:
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
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TRUCKS & VANS
1996 FORD CONTOUR 4dr auto fully loaded ST#305 THIS WEEK $999 2000 SATURN 4dr auto sedan AirCared ST#302 $1495 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr sedan Aircared st#310 $1495
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
time of year again!
Employees of the Hope Standard and Cooper’s Foods, along with their families are not eligible to win. Judges decision is ďŹ nal. Maximum recipe entries is 5. No correspondence will be entered JOUP 1SJ[F XJMM CF BDDFQUFE BT BXBSEFE /P DBTI value. Recipes will be published as space permits.
TRANSPORTATION
2011 Ford Fiesta SEL 4dr sedan auto fully loaded only 22K local $9,500 obo. 604-218-9795
Hope, 535 Queens St. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, garage, wood f/p, pets negot. Avail. Nov. 15, $1100/m Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604792-0077
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TRANSPORTATION
HOPE, 4 bdrm, 4 appl. garage, walking distance to schools, NS, NP, references & damage deposit required. $900/mon. Avail. Nov. 1. 604-869-3130 or 604-795-1524
holiday RECIPES MUST BE IN BEFORE WED. NOV. 9 AT 5:00PM
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Call Gordon 604-240-3464
1030 3rd Ave. F/S, coin laund, cable incl., secure prkg. Avail Now.
TRANSPORTATION
Please note that registration forms are required yearly and any previous registrations must be re-registered. 10/12w DOH24
1997 CHEV P/U EXT CAB 3 door auto fully loaded ST#256 $2900 THIS WEEK! 2005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab. Power stork diesel 4X4, auto, long box. ST#125 $6900 2006 GMC SLE crew cab 4X4 auto loaded, long box this week only $9,900st198 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 $10,900 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 $11,900 2007 FORD F150 supercab cre XLT 4X4 auto fuel loaded ST#273 $13,900 2005 FORD F250 CREW cab Lariat leather diesel 4X4 auto ST#246 $13,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto long box ST#283 $13,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT CREW cab diesel 4X4 auto long box runs good ST#309 $14,900 2008 GMC 2500 HD Quad cab 4X4 auto long box ST#267 $15,900 2007 CHEV 2500 HD quad cab 4X4 auto gas, shortbox, fully loaded ST#267 $15,900 2005 CHEV 2500 HD LS crew cab Duramax diesel leather 4X4 auto ST#190 $15,900 2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto short box ST#275 $18,900
33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038
604-855-0666
www.keytrackautosales.com
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Whereas FRANK MANUEL JOHN of 24-60935 Chawathil Rd, Hope, BC, V0X 1L3 is indebted to HOPE TOWING LTD for the sum of $1176.00 for storage, parts, labour, towing plus publication of this notice, on a 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT, VIN # 1G1AJ15F367660076 and the said sum ought to have been paid and have not been paid, notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of November 2012, a date not less than 14 days after the first publication of this notice at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon the vehicle will be sold. Bids on the aforementioned vehicle will be received by the office of Hope Towing Ltd, 1290 6th Ave, Hope BC up to 1:00 pm on November 21, 2012. The vehicle may be inspected at 1290 6th Ave Hope, BC. Dated at the District of Hope, Province of British Columbia, this 31st day of October, 2012.
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Whereas HSBC RETAIL SERVICES LIMITED of 5100 Sherbrooke St est suite 1, Montreal, QC H1V 3R9 and SEAN MCINTYRE of 50506 #9 Yale Road, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0 are indebted to HOPE TOWING LTD for the sum of $1339.52 for storage, parts, labour, towing plus publication of this notice, on a POLARIS ATV, VIN # 4XAMN50A17A201801 and the said sum ought to have been paid and have not been paid, notice is hereby given that on the 9th day of November 2012, a date not less than 14 days after the first publication of this notice at 1:00 in the afternoon the vehicle will be sold. Bids on the aforementioned vehicle will be received by the office of Hope Towing Ltd, 1290 6th Ave, Hope, BC, up to 1:00 pm November 9th, 2012. The vehicle may be inspected at 1290 6th Ave, Hope BC. Dated at the District of Hope, Province of British Columbia, this 24th day of October 2012.
WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Whereas RUBY GRISDALE of 63818 Bailey Cres, Hope BC V0X 1L2, is indebted to HOPE TOWING LTD for the sum of $1652.00 for storage, parts, labour, towing plus publication of this notice, on a 1998 CHEVROLET PICKUP VIN # 1GCDC14Z8JZ311230 and the said sum ought to have been paid and have not been paid, notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of November 2012, a date not less than 14 days after the first publication of this notice at 1:00 o’clock in the afternoon the vehicle will be sold. Bids on the aforementioned vehicle will be received by the office of Hope Towing Ltd, 1290 6th Ave, Hope BC up to 1:00 pm on November 21, 2012. The vehicle may be inspected at 1290 6th Ave Hope BC. Dated at the District of Hope, Province of British Columbia this 31st day of October, 2012.
ope Standard - August 20, 2010
ON NOW AT YOUR BC BUICK GMC DEALERS. GMC.GM.CA 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */††Offers apply to the purchase of a 2012 Sierra Light Duty Crew Cab, Terrain SLE-1, based on a purchase price of $26,295, equipped as described. Freight included ($1,495). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC Buick GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. Purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Financing Services/Ally Credit. 2.99% financing offered on new or demonstrator Terrain SLE-1 models for 84 months. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 2.99% APR, the monthly payment is $132 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $1,088, total obligation is $11,088. ▼Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. +The Best Buy seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. ^* For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. ^5 year/160,000 km (whichever comes first) Powertrain Component warranty. Conditions and limitations apply. Based on most recent published competitive data available for WardsAuto.com 2012 Large Pickup segmentation. See dealer for details. ¥¥ 2012 GMC Terrain FWD equipped with standard 2.4L ECOTEC® I-4 engine. Comparison based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2012 Fuel Consumption Guide and Ward’s Middle Cross/Utility Segment. Excludes other GM models. *†Comparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Middle/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available, and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. u$11,500/$3,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on the 2012 Sierra Light Duty Crew Cab/Terrain for retail customers only and are tax exclusive. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GMC dealer for details. †*To qualify for GMCL’s Cash For Clunkers incentive, you must: (1) turn in a 2006 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your name for the last 3 months (2) turn in a 2006 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured under a small business name for the last 3 months. GMCL will provide eligible consumers with a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) to be used towards the purchase/finance/lease of a new eligible 2012 or 2013 MY Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, or Chevrolet Avalanche delivered between October 2, 2012 and January 2, 2013. Incentive ranges from $1500 to $3,000, depending on model purchased. Incentive may not be combined with certain other offers. By participating in the Cash For Clunkers program you will not be eligible for any trade-in value for your vehicle. See your participating GM dealer for additional program conditions and details. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate program in whole or in part at any time without notice.
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The Hope & District Chamber of Commerce
Third Annual
Business Excellence Awards
The Hope
Media Partner
Congratulations
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Proud to be a sponsor of this year’s awards
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604.896.2421
540 Wallace St., Hope B.C.
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Third Annual
Business Excellence Awards
Celebrating the best in business The Business Excellence Awards, presented by the Hope & District Chamber of Commerce, recognizes the contributions organizations, businesses and individuals make in improving the quality of life in Hope. About 120 people attended the awards gala on Oct. 18, which featured a buffet dinner by Lori's Catering and a performance by Elvis tribute artist Adam Fitzpatrick.
"From the tourism industry to trades, I believe this year’s event showcased businesses that are willing to go the extra mile in providing great customer service to their clients," said Chamber president Glen Ogren. "This year we saw nominees who are longtime residents of Hope and businesses that have moved back to the community being celebrated." The Business Excellence Awards are chosen from
public nominations, with the final winners determined by staff at The Agassiz-Harrison-Hope Observer. The Professional Services Award was presented to Dr. Laura Madsen of Coquihalla Veterinary Services by Chamber president Glen Ogren. Madsen and her staff provide exceptional veterinary services to the people of Hope, treating patients like their own
Those in the “Know” go to
pets and pet owners like their friends. They are very compassionate in stressful pet health situations. Runners-up were MNP and Envision Financial. The Business Leader Award sponsored by The Hope Standard was presented to Envision Financial's assistant branch manager Ruby Rempel by publisher Andrew Franklin. The local branch and its employees continue to give back to the community in
which they do business. Staff also work hard to engage customers and meet their financial needs. Runners-up were Michael Kropp and Glen Ogren. Cooper's Foods store manager Jeff Lebsack presented Joe’s Restaurant & Lounge with the Food Services Award. Kathy and Steve Wyngaarden, and their staff at Joe's, provide exceptional service and delicious food. They pride themselves on supporting
local farms in the Fraser Valley and seek suppliers within a 150-kilometre radius, offering fresh and organic whenever possible. Even though they are a newer business in town, they consistently support local community events. Runners-up were Hope Drive-In and Rolly's Restaurant. The Accommodation/ Tourism Industry Award sponsored by AdvantageHOPE and
the Tourism Advisory Committee was presented to Destination Hope & Beyond by AdvantageHOPE executive director Tyler Mattheis. Owner Inge Wilson is serious about getting the best of Hope front and centre to visitors to the community. She offers a wealth of knowledge about Hope’s history, travel information and local events. She does this by building
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Professional Service Award Left: Dr. Laura Madsen of Coquihalla Veterinary Services holds her Professional Services Award, which was presented by Hope & District Chamber of Commerce president Glen Ogren. Below: MNP accountants Keith Britz (left) and Stu Wise (centre) were runners-up in this category.
Joe’s Restaurant & Lounge is honoured to have received the
Below: Envision Financial's assistant branch manger Ruby Rempel accepts the other runner-up award in this category.
Food Services’ Award
Thank you to our loyal customers and the people of Hope who nominated us. Your support and friendship means a lot to us. We will strive to continue to serve you great food in the warm, inviting atmosphere you rely on at Joe’s.
Looking forward to serving you real soon .... Check out our BOGO coupon offer in this paper - offer valid for the month of November.
RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
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293 Wallace St, 604.860.0822
RESTAURANT 293 Wallace St, 604.860.0822 & LOUNGE 10/12w P31
Hope Pharmasave is very honoured to win the
CUSTOMER SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR 2012 A big thank you to our great employees for giving such exceptional service to our loyal Pharmsave customers October 31 is Customer Appreciation Day!
235 Wallace St. 604-869-2486
Store Hours: Mon.-Fri: 9am-7pm Saturday: 9am-6pm Sun & Holidays: 10am-5pm
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Third Annual
Business Excellence Awards Business Leader Award Left: Envision Financial’s assistant branch manager Ruby Rempel accepts the Business Leader Award from The Hope Standard publisher Andrew Franklin. Below Centre: Michael Kropp, Hope Signcrafters co-owner and Hope Brigade Days president, was recognized as a runner-up. Below Right: Hope Brewing Company owner and Hope & District Chamber of Commerce president Glen Ogren was also a runner-up in this category.
Coquihalla Veterinary SerViCeS & Kent Veterinary CliniC
...keeping your pets healthy!
Thank You Hope...
for the Professional Services award. It is an honour and a privilege to have you and your pets as part of our family. Coquihalla Veterinary Services would like to welcome our new veterinarian, Dr. Evgeni Gadzhev, to our team! Dr. Gadzhev received his veterinary diploma in Bulgaria & has been working in Fort McMurray for the past few years. He will be working at both offices.
591-C Wallace Street, Hope, BC Phone: 604-869-9474
Food Services Award
6948 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz, BC Phone: 604-796-9401 Fax: 604-796-9490
Left: The owners and staff at Joe’s Restaurant & Lounge accepted the Food Services Award from Cooper’s Foods store manger Jeff Lebsack (centre).
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We are honoured to receive the Business Excellence Award for the Accommodation/ Tourism Industry.
On behalf of MNP LLP, we would like to thank everyone who nominated us. I would like to thank the people of Hope for the support they have given me over the years. It is an honor to have been a runner-up in the
Customer Service Excellence Award
We are very proud to have been recognized in the
Professional Services Award Category. We have proudly provided accounting and tax advice to the business owners of the Hope area for over 20 years, and look forward to continuing this relationship.
category and the
Credit for this award goes to our dedicated professional staff & volunteers: Colin, Delaney, Johanna, Kim, Marg, Mark, Phileasha, Shayla & Steve Thanks go also to all of the tourism industry businesses, non-profit societies and individuals that I am proud to list as partners and friends. And a special thank you goes out to those that nominated us for this recognition.
Inge Wilson
Trade Industry Award
Hope Visitor Centre & Museum Complex Destination Hope & Beyond Services 919 Water Ave. 604-869-2021
category
Bob Swain of
R.L. Cement Finishing
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100E-Fort Street • 604-869-9599
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relationships and staying connected with the local community and events, as well as the tourism industry. Runners-up were Hell’s Gate Airtram and High Hopes B&B. Customer Service Excellence was awarded to Hope Pharmasave by Chamber president Glen Ogren. Whether customers are worried about their health and medications, or shopping for a certain
product or gift, they always receive the friendly service and helpful advice from knowledgeable staff. Runners-up were Envision Financial and R.L. Swain Cement Finishing. Envision Financial assistant branch manager Ruby Rempel presented the Hope & Area Service Award to Hope & Area Transition Society. The committed staff and volunteers work hard to be approachable and
create a client-centered approach that treats people with equality, dignity and respect. Runners-up were Tillicum Centre, Hope Mountain Centre, and Northwest Harvest Church. Roger’s Upholstery was presented with the Home Based Business Award by Wayne Dyble of Remax/Nyda Realty. Roger Bossert and Donay Crossley recently returned to the community and reopened their home-based
upholstery business. They provide excellent service, amazing workmanship and items are always ready when promised. Runners-up were Arbonne representative Tessa Poole and Willow Tree Spa. The new Trade Industry Award sponsored by Gardner GM was presented to Dorite Contracting by Blake Stickle. Dorite Contracting, which is owned and operated by Eron Couch, is known for
it’s excellent workmanship carried out in a timely fashion. Couch leaves the workplace just as it was when he arrived. Runnersup were Glen Traun Landscaping and R.L. Swain Cement Finishing. Purple Fern Bodywork & Massage was named New Business of the Year by Community Futures Sun County general manager Debbie Arnott. Owner/ operator Shasta Angel is knowledgeable and
Hope & Area Service Award Left: Gerry Dyble (left) and Jan Bentley (right) of Hope & Area Transition Society accepted the Hope & Area Service Award from Ruby Rempel, Envision Financial’s assistant branch manager. Below: The staff and board members at Tillicum Centre were recognized in this category.
professional about the services she provides. She makes customers feel comfortable, and sees to it their needs are heard and understood. Runnersup were Hope Pharmacy, Jungle Juice and Pixel Mountain Studio. Mayor Susan Johnston presented Cooper's Foods manager Jeff Lebsack with the Established Business of the Year Award. The full service grocery store takes pride in the freshness
and quality of their food as well as the selection. They are strong community supporters, whether it be donating hot dogs to a local school sale, or helping sponsor a community event. Even though they are in the midst of a major store renovation, customers continue to be greeted by helpful and friendly staff. Runners-up were Envision Financial and Toy's Pharmacy.
Home Based Business Award Below: Bernhard Gelb, co-owner of Willow Tree Spa, (left) was recognized in the Home Based Business category by Wayne Dyble of Remax/Nyda Realty.
Below Left: Hope Mountain Centre staff and board members received a runner-up award. Below Right: Janice McDonald also accepted a runner-up award on behalf of Northwest Harvest Church.
We are honored to have received the
HOPE’S BUSINESS LEADER
Hope & Area Service Award
Thank you to our clients and the people of Hope who recognize our commitment to the community.
Thank you for choosing Envision Financial as Hope’s Business Leader. You’re invited to come and meet our team, see how “Keeping it Simple” can work for you.
Thank you kindly for your vote of confidence - a very nice welcome back to the community. We promise beautiful product and service, plus free estimates on drapes and upholstery. Yours sincerely Donay and Roger
R O GE R S
Hope Branch | 231 Commission St | 604.860.7810 envisionfinancial.ca
Dear Customers
Keeping it Simple™
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895 Third Ave. 604-869-5111
Upholstery 604.860.0939
rogersupholstery@telus.net
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Third Annual
Business Excellence Awards
Cooper’s Foods is honoured to have received the
Established Business of the Year Award
We would like to thank the people of Hope & area for your continued patronage and we are very proud to be a part of such a great community. Also thank you to our loyal customers for your patience and support during our recent renovation. The new store should be finished soon. The reno is right on schedule. “Proud Supporter of Community Events.”
559 Old Hope Princeton Hwy 604.869.3663
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Third Annual
Business Excellence Awards Accommodation/Tourism Industry Award Left: Inge Wilson (right) and her staff at Destination Hope & Beyond received the Accommodation/Tourism Industry Award from AdvantageHOPE executive director Tyler Mattheis. Below Left: On behalf of Hell’s Gate Airtram, general manager Debbie McKinney accepted a runner-up award in this category. Below Right: High Hopes B&B owner Pauline Catrell was also a runner-up.
Trade Industry Award Left: Dorite Contracting, which is owned and operated by Eron Couch (left), was the Trade Industry winner. The award was presented by Blake Stickle of Gardner GM. Right: Bob Swain (left) of R.L. Swain Cement Finishing accepted a runner-up award.
Customer Service Excellence Left: Store manager Steve Marshall (left) and pharmacist Michael McLoughlin (right) accepted the Customer Service Excellence Award for Hope Pharmasave from Hope & District Chamber of Commerce president Glen Ogren. Below Left: Envision Financial’s assistant branch manager Ruby Rempel was presented with a runner-up award in this category. Below Right: Bob Swain, owner of R.L. Swain Cement Finishing, was also recognized in this category.
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Third Annual
Business Excellence Awards Established Business of the Year Left: Mayor Susan Johnston presented Cooper’s Foods store manager Jeff Lebsack with the Established Business of the Year Award. Right: Envision Financial, represented by assistant branch manager Ruby Rempel (left), was a runner-up in this category.
Willow Tree Spa
New Business of the Year
A Tranquil Place for rejuvenating, pampering and natural healing. Top: Shasta Angel (left) of Purple Fern Bodywork & Massage accepted the New Business of the Year Award from Community Futures Sun Country general manager Debbie Arnott. Bottom Right: Jungle Juice owner Mark Spencer was a runner-up in this category. Bottom Left: Shanon Fischer (left) of Pixel Mountain Studio was also a runner-up in this category.
We are proud to have been recognized in the
Home Based
Business Category
Thank you to all who nominated us. 604.869.6025 ~ 721 Fraser Ave. www.willowtreespa.ca
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Dorite ContraCting
would like to take this opportunity to Thank all of our past, present and future clients. We would also like to Thank those of you who nominated us for 2012 Business Excellence Award in the Trades Sector. Winning this award was an honour to be recognized. We look forward to offering Hope and District many more years of continued success. Complete Renovation Specialist Free eStiMateS
Dorite ContraCting
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O’Hana & Gigi would like to thank the community of Hope for their continued support of the new pharmacy and for the nomination of Hope Pharmacy as the
Best New Business Of The Year We are pleased to win this trust and we are committed to be always professional and affordable. Hope Pharmacy, Your Vaccination centre:
Flu shot, Hepatitis, Shingles, whooping cough, Pneumonia,…etc….
Winter Hours:
Thank you to the people of Hope who nominated me in the
Business Leader Award category It gives me great pleasure to have been recognized as a leader in this great community of Hope. Michael Kropp co-owner of
Mon-Fri : 9am-7pm • Sat: 10am-5pm • Sun & Holidays: Closed
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224 Wallace St., Hope B.C. 604-860-2144 O’Hana & Gigi would like to thank the community of Hope for their continued support of the new pharmacy and for nomination of Hope Pharmacy as the
Hope SignCrafters & Hope-ComTech 591B Wallace St. Hope 604-869-7468
Thank you to all who nominated us in the
Food Services Category as one of your favourites in Hope.
From all of the girls and boys - your staff at
Rolly’s FAMILY RESTAURANT
888 FRASER AVE. 604.869.7448 10/12W_RR31
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The Hope & District Chamber of Commerce would like to say THANK YOU!
Best New Business Of The Year
We are pleased to won this trust and we are committed to be always professional and affordable.
Winter Hours Mon-Fri : 9am-7pm Sat: 10am-5pm Sun & Holidays: Closed
Hope Pharmacy , Your Vaccination centre:
shot, Hepatitis, Shingles, whooping The following Flubusinesses and individuals all contributed cough, Pneumonia,…etc…. to the success of Hope Business Excellence Awards 2012.
• Cooper’s Foods • AdvantageHOPE/Tourism Advisory Committee • Remax/Nyda Realty - Hope office • Gardner GM • Community Futures Sun Country • District of Hope • Fraser River Rafting • Valley Helicopters • Pete Ryan • High Hopes B & B • Panago • Adam Fitzpatrick • Mobil 1/Water Ave. Car Wash • Pixel Mountain Studio • Blue Moose Cafe • Subway • Hope Brewing Co. • Purple Fern Bodyworks & Massage • Pacific Satellite - Dave Lasser
• Kim Chi Restaurant • Dutchies Bakery • Car Guys • Kal Tire • Beadifferent • Joe’s Restaurant & Lounge • Hope & Dist. Rec Centre • Silver Chalice Pub & Liquor Store • Pharmasave • Hope Standard • Anna’s Incense • Lordco • Dairy Queen • Boston Bar Kal Tire • Hope Theatre • Simplify Company • So Shic Studio • Hope Golf & Country Club • Envision Financial • Cat’s Meow • Hell’s Gate Airtram • Royal Canadian Legion Br # 228
Congratulations to Judy Henderson!
She is the winner of $200 Chamber Bucks, to spend at local Hope businesses, for sending in a nomination form for the Business Excellence Awards.
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