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Country music superstar Carrie Underwood is coming to Abbotsford.

She will perform at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on May 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Underwood has more than 15 million albums sold worldwide, 16 numberone singles and five Grammys to her credit, all in the past eight years.

Her rise to stardom came quickly after she became America’s sweetheart in 2005, when she won the fourth season of American Idol. The show helped transform her from a shy Oklahoma girl with a great voice to a budding superstar. Since then she’s become the show’s most successful alumni.

She is currently on a tour across North America to promote her latest CD Blown Away, a 14-song collection that covers an expanse of emotional territory.

Tickets for Underwood’s performance go on sale Friday, Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. and are available at the AESC box office and abbotsfordcentre.ca.

They are also available at Abbotsford and Matsqui recreation centres, Whatcom Wine & Spirits and Submitted photo Sevenoaks Shopping Centre (until Jan. 15) or by phone at 1-866-977- Country music superstar Carrie Underwood will perform at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on May 23 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale on Dec. 14 at 10 a.m.

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Prime Minister Stephen Harper with students from UFV’s Chandigarh, India, Bachelor of Business Administration program.

UFV strengthening connections in India: PM visits with UFV Chandigarh students

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he University of the Fraser Valley strengthened its ties to India recently through an 11-day visit by UFV president Mark Evered and colleagues. And a visit by Prime Minister Stephen Harper and his trade mission to Chandigarh gave students from UFV’s business administration program there the chance to make a good first impression on the PM and business leaders. The students were part of a dance troupe that entertained Harper during his visit to Chandigarh, and also hosted members of the PM’s delegation at UFV’s Chandigarh location.

Evered was joined on his trip, which ran from Nov 4 to 15, by UFV chief financial officer Jackie Hogan and Satwinder Bains, the university advisor on Canada–India relations and director, UFV Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies.

With a significant amount of the population of the Fraser Valley region having ties to India, UFV values its strong relationship with the Indian community, both within Canada and in India.

Since 2005, UFV has been offering its Bachelor of Business Administration degree to a cohort of students in Chandigarh, in India’s Punjab state, in partnership with Sanatan Dharma College Chandigarh (SDCC), an affiliate of Panjab University. UFV also has partnerships with several other Indian post-secondary institutions.

These partnerships facilitate student and faculty exchanges,

student internships, and visiting scholar initiatives.

Although they were on separate trips, the UFV delegation’s tour overlapped with Prime Minister Harper’s trade mission to India. In addition to entertaining the prime minister at a special dinner, UFV hosted Abbotsford MP and federal Minister of International Trade & Asia-Pacific Gateway Ed Fast and other business delegates to discuss and build on employment opportunities and connections.

Paul Davidson, president of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, was also part of the delegation that visited UFV’s Chandigarh location. Davidson was delighted with UFV’s achievements in India and the impression students made on the federal delegation.

UFV is exploring ways of creating more internship and coop opportunities for its students through new connections made with the Canadian and Indian governments.

“This trip, coinciding with that of the Prime Minister’s trade mission, gave UFV the opportunity to make some great connections with several federal ministries who have interests in stronger partnerships with India, with some key Indian business contacts, and with some very influential Canadian business and R&D leaders. This can only lead to more opportunities for our UFV students, both those in Canada and those based in Chandigarh,” noted Evered. “All

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of our Chandigarh students at the evening event were delighted they had the opportunity to shake the Prime Minister’s hand.”

While in India, Evered, Bains, and Hogan visited several of UFV’s Indian partner institiutions.

“Our delegation’s priority was to connect with UFV India partners in Punjab and the region,” notes Bains. “UFV’s involvement in India is based on education, research partnerships, student international engagement, and fostering a deeper understanding of our growing connections with the north of India.”

UFV students Adam Rieu, Stacy Thoreson, and Kathryn Shiratti are currently working in India on internships with the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada’s Students for Development program. The UFV delegation visited with them during the trip.

The visit also enabled Evered to

connect with UFV India staff.

“Gurneet Singh Anand, our associate director of UFV India, has done outstanding work for us, including recruiting the tirelessly dedicated ‘team Peary’,” says Evered. Former Abbotsford mayor and longtime school administrator George Peary and his wife Sylvia are providing teaching and support in the Chandigarh business administration program for UFV. Evered was also pleased with the tremendous support for UFV by Scot Slessor, consul-general of Canada in Chandigarh. The UFV delegation attended an event called CanadaConnect at the Canadian Consulate, hosted a dinner to highlight UFV’s presence in India, and presented talks and scholarships awards to UFV Chandigarh students at the annual awards ceremony.

They also met with the Canadian High Commission in Delhi.

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Investigating agency finds alarm procedure issues

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It took more than four hours from the time the first alarm warned of a possible leak at Kinder Morgan’s tank farm in Abbotsford until a spill was actually discovered, according to a report released this week by the National Energy Board (NEB).

The NEB, the lead investigative agency looking into the cause of the 110,000-litre spill on Jan. 24 of this year, concluded that proper procedures were not followed that day by Trans Mountain Pipeline ULC (TMPU), which is owned by Kinder Morgan.

The NEB determined that an operator monitoring the TMPU alarm system – based at a control centre in Edmonton – did not deal properly with three alarms that came from one of the Abbotsford tanks.

“A factor that contributed to the amount of crude oil released in the Tank 121 secondary containment area is that the leak was not detected as quickly as it should have been,” the NEB report states.

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JOHN MORROW Abbotsford News

A 110,000-litre oil spill at the Kinder Morgan tank farm on Sumas Mountain was not discovered until four hours after the first alarm went off on Jan. 24 of this year.

to recognize a drop in the tank’s volume and determined that the first two alarms were false, the report states. He made note of the third alarm for follow-up with the day-shift operator.

The first alarm was noted at 2:39 a.m. on Jan. 24, followed by ones at 3:11 and 4:11 a.m.

The day-shift operator notified a terminal operator at 5:50 a.m., and the leak was discovered exactly an hour later in a tank containment area when that person arrived on site.

The NEB report stated that the alarms were not set at the proper values – information that was not known by the night-shift operator – and this might have contributed to the inappropriate response.

Delays in response time were among the concerns expressed by residents after the spill. Many said they first noticed a strong odour in the area at about 3 a.m., and they questioned why Kinder Morgan did not discover the leak until almost

four hours later.

Residents in the Auguston neighbourhood – located near the tank farm – reported that the smell contributed to nausea and headaches, and they were concerned about longterm health implications.

The NEB report concluded that the spill, which was isolated to a containment area and did not cause any environmental damage, was due to a failed gasket, likely damaged by excessive pressure caused from

freezing.

The drain valve of the roof drain system was open at the time and allowed crude oil, which could flow through the failed gasket of the roof system, to enter the secondary containment.

The NEB report indicated that the tank was built in 1963 and was last inspected in 1995.

The NEB made a number of recommendations for TMPU to follow.

Lexa Hobenshield, spokesperson for Kinder Morgan Canada (KMC), said the company has already implemented these measures, or is in the process of doing so.

“It is important to remember that when oil from a storage tank at the Sumas Mountain Terminal spilled, it was fully contained within an area on the property that was lined with impermeable membrane, no one was hurt, and there was no threat to the public because of the spill,” she said.

The NEB report confirms that TMPU has addressed the findings and has taken corrective ac-

Public Information Meeting: POSTPONED Soil Removal Permit at 1048, 1090, 1136 and 1182 McKenzie Road The City received an application, from Ekset Contracting Ltd., to remove and deposit soil on properties located at 1048, 1090, 1136 and 1182 McKenzie Road.

The applicant proposes to remove approximately 3 million cubic metres of soil, and deposit material for agricultural reclamation over a twenty-five year period.

A Public Information Meeting will be held on Tuesday,December 11, 2012, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, at South Poplar Elementary School located at 32746 Huntingdon Road.

The purpose of the Public Information Meeting is to obtain input from local residents and allow interested parties to view the project information.

For further information, please contact David Loewen, Manager, Engineering Inspections and Permits, at 604-864-5514 or dloewen@abbotsford.ca.

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However, critics have said there are other spending priorities for the city, with some suggesting the money The public will have a final opportunity to discuss a shouldn’t be spent at this time.

“That’s the argument. That’s good healthy debate,” controversial proposed $17.5-million partnership with said Banman the YMCA. The proposal before the city is for a $17.5-milThe city has decided to invite public input lion contribution, half the cost to construct the during a special executive committee meeting building on the site of the old MSA General Monday (Dec. 3) at 3 p.m. at city hall.

Hospital on McCallum Road.

It will vote on approving or rejecting the project The YMCA will raise the other half of conthe same night. struction costs and pay all operating costs for Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman said there is 40 years. misinformation about the project that needs to The proposed building, owned by the YMCA, be clarified. includes a pool, gymnasiums and other services.

“There’s a misconception that this will mean a bAnMAn Banman noted that if council votes yes on tax increase, which it will not.

Monday, it doesn’t mean the deal is done, rather, “I think there is a misconception that we don’t have the money. We already have close to $12 million it is a vote to put it into the budget.

“But if we say no now, the deal is totally dead.” that could go towards this project now,” he said.

The YMCA still has to raise its portion of the capital The cash is currently in the general capital reserve costs and other details still have to be worked out. fund, set aside for future projects.

“I would encourage people to show up and express The remaining funds would be worked into the city’s proposed financial plan over a two- to three-year period. their opinion,” said Banman.

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“The board is satisfied that these actions are appropriate to prevent the occurrence of similar incidents in the future.”

Michael Hale, a member of the PIPE UP Network opposed to pipeline expansion, said the NEB report is an eye-opener.

“When I ask the company about the risk of spills, they point to the spill at the tank farm in Abbotsford in January this year, which they claimed was ‘quickly contained.’ Over 110,000 litres of a noxious petroleum product were spilled. The more information I get, including this report from National Energy Board, suggests that the containment was not that simple or quick.”

The Sumas terminal is part of the Trans Mountain Pipeline system which brings crude oil from Alberta to terminals that end in Burnaby and Washington State.

Products are temporarily stored along the pipeline in 22 tanks in Kamloops, Abbotsford and Burnaby. Six of them are in Abbotsford, which also has a pump station for the pipeline.

This is not the first time that Kinder Morgan has been criticized for delays following an oil spill. In 2005, a rupture was detected in Abbotsford in the pipeline on the north side of Ward Road, and a total of 210,000 litres of crude oil was released into the surrounding area and into Kilgard Creek.

A follow-up report in 2007, from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada, indicated there had been a delay in response time because the line between the Sumas tank farm and the Sumas pump station was not part of a leak detection system.

That system was then installed, resulting in the pipeline being monitored 24 hours a day.

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Mountain biker rescued

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A 63-year-old man who was riding alone had to be rescued from the McKee Peak mountain bike trail on Sumas Mountain Wednesday afternoon after he crashed and suffered a neck injury.

Crews from Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue, Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service, Abbosford Police and B.C. Ambulance were on the scene, located off McKee Road near Ledgeview Golf Course.

Assistant Fire Chief Dave Rivett said the man, a doctor, called from his cellphone after the crash, saying he had hit his head and was suffering from a neck injury.

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The man wasn’t sure of his exact location.

“It took us probably three-quarters of an hour to actually find him,” Rivett said.

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A proposed wakeboard cable park in Albert Dyck Park has been given the green light by Abbotsford council.

The city has agreed to enter into a five-year licence for the privately run operation.

In May, council was told that at least three private groups were interested in running a cable wakeboard park.

However, when a request for proposals was issued, only one application was received.

The bidder, Stu McKeown, has been working closely with the Fraser Valley Water Ski Club, which, after initially opposing the idea, said

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A wakeboard cable park similar to this one has been approved for Albert Dyck Park.

it would be able to work with the bidder.

The club will allow McKeown to share its clubhouse and use it as a rental shop for the cable park.

A cable park eliminates the need for a boat to wakeboard or water ski.

An onshore motor pulls cables across the lake while riders hang on and perform tricks or stunts.

The park will be constructed at no cost to the city. McKeown estimates the city will receive about $6,000 (five per

cent of revenue) a year from the venture.

After the first five years, when the capital costs have been paid for, staff are suggesting the profit sharing be increased to 50/50.

While council agreed to allow the park, Coun. Henry

Braun said he was concerned that the amount of space for public swimming is being reduced.

However, staff explained that while the structure eliminates about 40 feet of swimming area at the south part of the lake, it opens up a potential new swimming area on the opposite side of the lake because there will be no boats on it.

The new park will consist of two separate cable tower systems, starting docks and waiting area for riders.

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The Character Club wants to raise awareness to the “service” virtue by educating fellow students about it during an assembly. After researching the needs of the community, the students also decided to use the award money for materials to make jewelry and friendship pins, selling them to raise money for the children’s ward of Abbotsford Regional Hospital.

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Police warn of two scams

Grade 8 anti-bullying leadership students at Chief Dan George Middle School are planning Nerd Day. Students received the award for theirPolice project focusing on the The Abbotsford Department (APD) is warning thevalue. publicVice-principal about two scams. “respect” Mirjana Const. said the APD are has Jurcic Ian andMacDonald teacher Amy Klassen received an students increased number of reports assisting with event organizing. about frauds and attempted frauds in recent “We found a deficit in the school, and after weeks. brainstorming cameongoing up with “grandparent the project,” One involves the Klassen said.

Students have scam,” but with a slight twist. made their actionscam, plans and outlined steps needed to This which has occurred across North makeAmerica, Nerd Dayinvolves possible. a person posing as

be a fun day where students dress as nerds, and listen to a presentation about respect and stereotypes. Sudents are making posters, planning with thewitty APD.math riddles, and creating a Thethat fraudster claimsNerd thatDay a money transvideo will spread awareness fer is required for bail money to release the around their school.

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A The skit is planned will focus on four of other scam that involves the promise a job. Abbotsford residents will respond different stereotypes and First Nations to an employment ad – usually stereotyping.

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Busting urban myths

Popular television scientists coming to AESC The all-new live show MythBusters: Behind the Myths, starring Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage, co-hosts of the Emmynominated Discovery series MythBusters, will debut at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre for one performance on March 17.

Tickets go on sale on Friday, Nov. 30 at noon.

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It’s believer beware

It’s less than a month to the apocalypse. Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? Will you even bother, considering the end of the world is nigh?

The ancient Mayans predicted Armageddon for Dec. 21, 2012, the date they stopped calculating their calendar. That’s when the renowned astrologers and mathematicians said the 26,000-year grand cycle of evolution would cataclysmically crash to a halt.

The Mayans aren’t the only doomsayers.

Christian denominations reference a Judgment Day that is the culmination of a great battle between good and evil.

Ancient Norse mythology foretold of a final showdown between the gods.

There are physicists who calculate the end of mankind as a mathematical inevitability, astronomers who say it’s only a matter of time until we’re all snuffed out by a collision with an asteroid or the demise of the sun, geologists who predict we’re one giant

volcano eruption away from eternal darkness.

And don’t forget, there were some computer scientists who said Y2K would be the demise of us all.

Of course, for every doomsday scenario, there’s a screenwriter poised at a keyboard trying to turn it into the latest Hollywood blockbuster.There’s nothing like a little end-of-days escapist entertainment to help take your mind off your current problems, like paying the mortgage, and getting the kids to soccer practice.

It’s all enough to make you curl up in a ball on the couch and tune in for that marathon session of Dr. Phil you’ve been denying yourself for so long. Or maybe empty your bank account and go on one last spree of travel, trinkets and T-bone steaks.

Just keep in mind, when it comes to doomsday predictions, it’s believer beware.

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The eternal (culinary) question Andrew

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Ah yes, the eternal question.

Actually, the infernal question, if you happen to be the cook in the house. I know, because I’m the pot-slinger around our hacienda.

I get asked that question pretty much daily. In fact, I sometimes ask it myself, although you’d think I’d know. But there are times I am a soldier without marching orders.

That’s a common cook’s complaint.

As much pleasure as we “chefs” derive from preparing good food, the sheer delight of feeding the hungry wears a bit thin, especially if there’s little to no participation in the planning process.

It may come as a shock to those who find the kitchen an alien environment, but putting dinner on the table usually requires some preparation. A meal plan, for instance. And then shopping for the

required items.

Ideally, this is done well in advance, as opposed to the cook despairing over a cold stove, out of ideas ... and time.

My family is now reasonably well trained in developing a dinner agenda for the coming week.

It wasn’t always that way.

When I asked the question, “What do you want for dinner this week?” the response was “I don’t know,” from the youngster, and “Whatever you cook,” from the wife.

Oooh, now there’s inspiration! Yes, indeed, I’ll just sprint into the kitchen and whip up a steaming platter of whatever.

When I pressured them, I’d get a more detailed response like: “How about chicken?”

Well, that narrows it down to about, oh, what, 2,000 recipes?

Finally, I found the trick. I took out six random cookbooks, and a set of dice. I declared that the roll of one die would determine one of the cookbooks. The second roll of both cubes would yield a number, which multiplied by 10, would select a page number. The gamers could then choose one recipe from that page.

As fun as that initially sounded, it

quickly became apparent that often the choices were along the lines of liver with mashed turnips, or pickled pigs’ knuckles.

Rebellion was threatened on all fronts – their refusal to play, followed by my refusal to cook.

Yes, indeed, I’ll just sprint into the kitchen and whip up a steaming platter of whatever.

Hence, we found the common ground to plan a weekly menu together, before the weekend grocery shop.

Now it’s just a matter of agreeing on the meals, which is not as easy as it used to be.

My teen daughter has developed a new passion – healthy eating.

This is good.

However, her enthusiasm isn’t shared to the same high degree by her parents.

In fact, some of the ingredients that go into her healthy recipes are things I can’t pronounce, let alone recognize.

Take quinoa, for instance.

(Please, take it. Take it all!)

Who knew this ancient grain was making such a comeback in healthy-eating circles? Actually, it’s not a grain at all, it’s a seed.

And that’s probably the problem right there. This was actually fed to the birds hundreds of years ago, and the contemporary tofu crowd misinterpreted it for real food.

Nevertheless, it is very good for you, I am frequently assured by our resident expert.

So is kale, apparently. If you’ve never had this bushy green treat, it looks like lettuce on steroids, and tastes something akin to shredded burlap bag.

Now when I ask the girls what they want for dinner, I get: “Something healthy,” and “How about chicken?”

Actually, the big upside of all this is that the teen is becoming a good cook.

Now, occasionally, I can sit back and ask the eternal question.

“What’s for dinner?”

And that’s a fine thing.

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Mayor Bruce Banman reflected on his first year in office and spoke in optimistic tones about the city’s economic future during an address to the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.

The luncheon, held at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre, drew a full house.

“We have many reasons to be hopeful and optimistic,” Banman said. “But we can’t be complacent.”

The mayor identified ongoing taxpayer subsidies of the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre as being “the single biggest challenge” he faces.

The AESC ran a deficit of $1.7 million last year, with an additional $1.76 million going to cover the Abbotsford Heat hockey team’s financial shortfall for 2011/12.

One of the most productive things the Chamber of Commerce members can do for the community right now is to invite friends, family and business associates to Heat games and entertainment acts at the arena, Banman said.

With Abbotsford projected to undergo major population growth over the next 25 years, he emphasized the importance of planning and vision, and spoke of the need to increase densification, and to provide “sustainable, flexible” transit systems in part-

nership with neighbouring municipalities.

Banman pointed to a series of major developments, including the Highstreet shopping centre project – the largest mall to be built in western Canada in the past 30 years – as signs of the city’s economic health.

Banman lauded citizens for reducing their water consumption by an “astonishing” 25 per cent this year, which has given city hall “breathing room” as it evaluates new options for water infrastructure.

Banman also noted Abbotsford’s partnership with Mission is back on track, and is seeking to establish what the “true needs” are in terms of water supply.

Local choir takes stage with Smith Vikki HOPES Abbotsford News

When Grammy Award-winning singer Michael W. Smith performs in Abbotsford this Sunday, he will be accompanied by a 40-person choir from Abbotsford.

The Heritage Alliance Church Choir, under the direction of Randy Raine, will perform seven songs with Smith after receiving the most votes in a Facebook video contest.

The show, “A Very Special Christmas: The Symphony Tour,” takes place at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre, starting at 7 p.m.

Mary Kruk, a member of the Heritage Alliance Church Choir, said many in the group

are big fans of Smith and are excited to be performing with him.

“We’re twittering – in the old-fashioned way,” she laughed.

The choir was formed in 1991, and usually consists of 25 to 30 people. Forty were required for the concert, and the additional spots were filled by church members who aren’t part of the regular choir.

For more information about Smith’s concert, visit abbotsfordcentre.ca.

The choir presents its annual production on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Heritage Alliance Church (3440 Mt. Lehman Rd.). Tickets are $5 each or $20 per family and are available at the door.

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Drugs are the most common reason, and boys account for about 80 per cent of suspensions.

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Abbotsford Addictions Centre (AAC) presented its Lifesaver Award last Thursday (Nov. 22) to three women in the community.

The award recognizes people who have made a difference in the life of a person struggling with addiction.

It was presented as part of a ceremony that also included the Brave Heart Awards, recognizing clients who have shown courage and commitment in their own recovery and life changes.

Dr. Elizabeth Watt was a recipient of the Lifesaver

Award for her contributions over the years to many of the AAC clients, while Laurie Mossey was recognized for making a difference in the community following her own loss.

Mossey’s son, Tyler Miller, died of an ecstasy-related death a year ago, and Mossey has since begun the Pajama Project, which supports grieving moms.

Honoured posthumously at the awards reception was Diane Robinson, a counsellor with AAC for many years who created these awards,

and passed away last year.

“At Abbotsford Addictions Centre we are honoured when someone chooses to reach out to our services to make a change or to support others in making changes,” said Josie Kane, an ACC counsellor, of the awards.

AAC is one of almost 130 programs and services offered by Abbotsford Community Services. It provides drug and alcohol counselling, prevention services in the community, and collaboration with other agencies.

Request to move schoolhouse

The Abbotsford board of education has received a request that the old South Poplar schoolhouse be donated to the MSA Museum Society.

The society would like to relocate the old building to the Trethewey House site on Ware Street next to Mill Lake.

The schoolhouse is currently located adjacent to South Poplar Traditional School at the corner of Huntingdon and Gladwin roads.

The matter will be discussed at the board of education meeting on Dec. 11.

Meanwhile, written submissions are being accepted from the public until Thursday, Nov. 29. They can be sent to input@sd34. bc.ca.

Delegations wanting to speak on the topic at the board meeting on Dec. 11 are asked to register with Denise Byle at denise_byle@ sd34.bc.ca or by calling 604-852-2366 (local 1241).

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The Abbotsford School District and Board of Education congratulate all the recent recipients of City of Heroes awards, and thank each of them for their leadership and accomplishments in helping to make Abbotsford a “city of character”.

We especially acknowledge our 3 schools on their awards: • RICK HANSEN SECONDARY • CHIEF DAN GEORGE MIDDLE • MT. LEHMAN ELEMENTARY

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To honour everyday people who are living their lives with character proved to be incredibly rewarding for every one of the 200 invited guests in attendance at the first annual CITY OF HEROES awards event. Hearing the stories of the 21 individual recipients was very special.We all left the theatre even more inspired to live our lives with respect, responsibility, integrity, empathy, courage and service! In addition to the individual awards, four student groups who have a vision to spread the message of good character in their school communities were honoured with $200; seed money to help move their projects forward.

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Mt. Lehman Elementary received the City of Character award for its Character Club project. The Character Club consists of five students in Grade 7, with principal Peggy Antifaeff and learning assistance teacher Lisa de Vries also involved. After the five students attended the City of Character Youth Symposium at Mouat, they decided they wanted to focus specifically on the “service” virtue. At the same time, the Character Club also wanted to get the entire school involved in exemplifying and learning about the other five. In order to ensure all are covered, five teachers and their students have taken on a virtue, and will each have a day where they present it to the school, whether at an assembly, through crafts or other creative ideas.

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The Character Club wants to raise awareness to the “service” virtue by educating fellow students about it during an assembly. After researching the needs of the community, the students also decided to use the award money for materials to make jewelry and friendship pins, selling them to raise money for the children’s ward of Abbotsford Regional Hospital.

At the end of the school year in June, the students will present their fundraising dollars to the pediatric ward, hoping they can help meet hospital needs. During this project, the Character Club students are learning about specialties in pediatrics, as well as the City of Character virtues.

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A skit is planned that will focus on four different stereotypes and First Nations stereotyping. A spelling bee will also be featured. Students are hoping to see less bullying and judgment after their City of Character project.

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The award money will cover the cost of printing and provide newspapers to the student body.

The students hope their entire school will read the paper and feel encouraged to be more involved in the community and the school.

The paper will embody all the values of the City of Character initiative. This project requires students to provide a service to their school, further illustrating one of the values. Grade 11 English honours teacher Susannah White has helped organize the project, along with students “We would like students to feel comfortable Gurnek Mann and Mohit Gupta, who attended reading personal stories and submitting them,” the Mouat Youth Forum and shared the City of explained a Grade 11 English honours student. Character values with their fellow classmates.

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The Abbotsford Youth Commission received the City of Character award for their youth council project. The youth council is composed of two leadership students from each Abbotsford high school.

This year, during their October leadership retreat, where the group focused on team-building exercises, they decided to take on a community project.

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“We want to focus on middle school students, speaking and educating about bullying and raising awareness. The outcome we want is a trickle-down effect, and that this knowledge about bullying will progress into high school,” said Erika Moate from Bakerview Centre for Learning.

The council hopes to combat all the different types of bullying that occur on a daily basis, including cyber-bullying.

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Christina, McKinley, Old Clayburn, Waterton

012310

Belanger, Channel, Firdale, Kinloch & Poplar

102240

Alexander, Beechwood, Lincoln, Lobban, Rockland, Wildwood

005480

Alta, Farrant, Plaxton, Ravine & Ware

006020

Autumn, Church, Clearbrook, Hillcrest, Lynden, Parkview, Peardonville & Pineview

008080

Southern Cres, Southern Pl

008170

Goldfinch, Quail, Sandpiper & Sparrow

102281

McKenzie, Mouldstade

008180

Blue Jay, Curlew & Osprey

103061

008200

Alea, Kingfisher, Mallard, Swallow & Upper Maclure

Campbell, Car-Lin, Essendene, George Ferguson Way, Old Yale & Willow

104240

Anora, Brewster

008270

Northdale, Ridgeview, Sidegrove & Viewmount

105180

Carleton, Champlain, Durham, Marshall & McMillan

008360

Coghlan, Ridgeview, Wagner

105220

Damson & Woodstock

009480

Chilcotin Dr

106020

Glenn Mtn. & Marble Hill

009580

Ashcroft, Balfour, Clearbrook, Elkford & Hedley

106180

Cassandra, Samtree, Sandringham & Whatcom

011110

Elgon, Maclure

106260

Lion & Timberlane

FARM WORKERS

FARM LABOURERS required 5-6 days (45-60 hours) a week at our Sumas farm. Work includes; planting, spacing, weeding, flower picking and harvesting plants. All work will be outside and workers are expected to supply their own rain gear and winter clothing. We are looking for hard-workers with good attitudes. Employment starts in February 2013 and continues for approximately 9 months. The rate is $10.25 per hour. Please fax or e-mail your application to: 604-888-7640 or: rachel@vannoortbulb.com

HELP WANTED Carson Air Group of Companies F/T FUELLER

Join our Promo Team!

LOST: Nov. 24 mans jade ring, surrounded with gold nuggets. Family heirloom, reward. In Costco or parking lot or in Michaels or Michaels parking lot. (604)824-7874

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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

CLASS 1 DRIVER with super B end dump exp req’d by L.A. Transport Ltd. Wheel loader exp would be of value. Competitive benefit pkg. Fax resume to: 604-854-6176

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FARM WORKERS

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-854-6397

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Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, or age, unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FARM & NURSERY WORKERS required for JRT Nurseries, 2396 272 St., Aldergrove. Heavy farm labour, transplanting, potting, moving, loading of plants. $10.25/hr. 50 hrs/wk. Start date January 21, 2013.

Phone: 604-856-5552 or email: nursery7@gmail.com

Phone 604-615-2911

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FOR INSTANT FRIEND STATUS:

MISSION Route

Boundaries

Route

Boundaries

200240

Fifth, Fourth, Ryan, Sharpe & Stave Lake

201260

200321

Erskine, First, Riverview, Second, Stave Lake & Third

Brown, Fourteenth, Philbert, Sage & Sykes

201410

D’Herbomez, Little & Topper

201100

Alder, Juniper, Ninth, Shikaze & Tenth

201440

Balsam, Broom, Crosby, Forbes & Ivy

201200

Aster & Whidden

202160

Finch, Ptarmigan & Tanager

Deliver newspapers TUESDAY

& THURSDAY

in your neighbourhood.

FOR INFO: 604.870.4595 • CIRCULATION@ABBYNEWS.COM CIRCULATION OFFICE OPEN: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 - 5 pm & Sat. 9 - 12 (phone only)

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OBITUARIES

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 139

MEDICAL/DENTAL

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Required for casual employment at a large care community in Abbotsford. Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing and have current active registration with CRNBC.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our Mom, Grandma, and GreatGrandma (Ama) on November 25, 2012, at Chilliwack General Hospital.

She passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus with family at her side.

Left to mourn are her children Gerry Hlookoff (Lori), Shelley Janzen (Hank) and Walter Hlookoff (Mavis). She is also survived by her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who brought such joy to her life.

Each and everyone of them held a special place in her heart.

She was pre-deceased by her husband Bill, her grandson Aaron, and her siblings.

Mom was a prairie girl who met Dad, the love of her life, moved to the coast and raised her family in Langley and Abbotsford, B.C. After Dad’s passing, she moved to Chilliwack where she spent her final years.

A mass to celebrate Mom’s life will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, in Chilliwack, at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2012.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunity for an outstanding

XMAS CASH-PAID TO WALK! Door-to-Door Delivery. Start now. email: hiring@doorknobads.com or (1) 604-998-1919 ext. #105

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Indian Sweets and Snacks Maker req’d. Sal: $14/hr. F/T, Pmt. 1+ yrs. exp. Duties: Prepare & cook Indian sweets and snacks. Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers. Oversee kitchen operations. Maintain inventory and equipment. Clean kitchen & work area. Language: English required. Hindi/Punjabi be an asset.

Contact: Ekbal from Patna Sweets and Chat in Abbotsford, BC. Apply at: patnabc@yahoo.ca

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Warehouse Coordinator Langley We’re looking for a FT warehouse coordinator to run our shop. You should be a whiz at organization, have a great mechanical aptitude, love to work with your hands, and like to get down and dirty with general maintenance, repairs and labour. A “Jack or Jill of all Trades� will really excel in this position. To join our Lewis Team, you’ll need to know how important it is to get the simple things right and to always go the extra mile for our technicians & clients.

General computer experience necessary. Exp. in plumbing or heating trades an asset. You’ll need to have a clean, valid drivers license.

Criminal and background checks required. Come and join our fun and enthusiastic team in Langley by sending your resume to: service@lewisadvantage.ca or fax to 604-514-1141.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST

emaleen@corpuscc.ca

RECEPTIONIST / OFFICE ASSISTANT (Full or Part Time) Abbotsford High energy real estate team seeks a new team member. Must be available to work Saturdays. • Strong Computer skills • Detail Oriented • Quick Learner • Great at Multi-Tasking

#1 - 2630 Bourquin Cr. W. Abbotsford Email: eximusjobs@gmail.com Fax: 604-859-4499

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RETAIL

TRETHEWEY Husky looking for Full - Time Cashier and Cook. Must be Reliable, Honest, Enthusiastic and Punctual.

E-Mail to husky1463@shaw.ca ASAP.

SALES

156

PHONE SALES Join the Valley’s #1 Real Estate Team. Potential to earn $71,000+ take home after the /1st year.

EXIMUS PHONE SALES Work 40 hours/week!

All appointments & leads supplied!

Some expenses & training paid!

Real estate license is an asset

• • • •

Only high energy team players need apply! Send resume to:

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

SAXON IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESUMES. OPPORTUNITIES EXIST FOR MOTIVATED, CAREER ORIENTATED JOURNEYMEN PLUMBER Please fax or email resume to: amber@saxonmechanical.com

Fax: 604-853-4772

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

#1 in the Fraser Valley SPRING RELAX SPA ~ New Girls

HELP WANTED

Help Wanted. 604-859-9686 2451 Clearbrook Rd., Abbts

Sales Position Available Valley Toyota Scion is now accepting resumes for a full time sales position.

Applicants must be enthusiastic, coachable, and have a desire to build a career in the automotive industry. Valley Toyota Scion supplies extensive sales training, a company benefits plan, as well as a one of the largest inventories of new and used vehicles in the Fraser Valley.

Please bring resume in person to:

We thank everyone who is interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Michael Thomas, General Sales Manager B DB DBB %JSFDU t &NBJM NUIPNBT!WBMMFZUPZPUB DB

11/12H VT29 y simpl

www.blackpress.ca > www.abbynews.com

Needed for a full time maternity leave position (35 hrs week) starting January 31, 2013 within a multi-company management office. Looking for a flexible, efficient, independent individual with organization skills and the ability to multi-task. Must have a reliable vehicle for out-of-office errands, deposits and pickups.

Experience with drafting and reviewing basic legal agreements, Corporate Records management and familiarity with BC Online is also and asset.

Send resume and cover letter to:

#1-2630 Bourquin Cr. W. Abbotsford Email: paul@paulpenner.com

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a nicer

place to buy a car

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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GARDENING

PERFECT TOUCH FOR YOUR PLEASURE. SENSUAL MASSAGE Call Kim 604-746-6277 Abby.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 320

MOVING & STORAGE

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

(604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607

SWEDISH MASSAGE & PRT Simply for your health & relaxation âœŹâœŹ EUROPEAN âœŹâœŹ PRIVATE âœŹâœŹ Holidays Specials 604.230.4444

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 604-854-6397

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

LABOURERS

LABOURER WANTED Mfg co in Langley/Aldgv req a RELIABLE PERSON F/T to start immediately. Duties incl: shipping, receiving, painting, general labour.

Some heavy lifting req’d. Must have willingness to work,, good work ethic, reliable transportation, ability to take direction. Fax to Vic: 604-856-6690 or email info@cannonbar.com.

No phone calls

Multi-Media Journalist The Abbotsford News, a bi-weekly publication serving more than 45,000 homes, has an opening for a fulltime, multi-media journalist.

Candidates will have outstanding and diverse writing abilities, including a flair for narrative. Advanced photography and video skills will be key attributes, along with a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly. The successful applicant for this entry-level position will be a key contributor to the print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our web-based branding.

You should have a diploma/degree in journalism, and/ or related experience. Knowledge of basic Photoshop, iMovie and InDesign is a must. You’re a critical thinker, with keen attention to detail, and the ability to work well under deadline pressures.

The Abbotsford News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Those interested should submit a resume, writing and photography samples, and a cover letter to: Andrew Holota, Editor The Abbotsford News 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S2H5 e-mail: aholota@blackpress.ca Deadline for applications: November 30, 2012

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Fax resume to 604-850-5418

Email: lisa@blackpress.ca

Wilhelmina (Minnie) Christina Hlookoff (nee Bauman) Sept. 21,1922 - Nov. 25, 2012

PERSONAL SERVICES

Valley

Specializing in Private Events!

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

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

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

Kristy 604.488.9161

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

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COMPLETE HANDYMAN SERVICES Residential, Commercial & Mobile Homes Interior & Exterior Renovations We Do It All....Jack Of All Trades Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall, Tiling, Framing & More! * Great Rates * Written Quotes

Mike 604-820-0012

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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HANDYPERSONS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ALL YOUR home maintenance and repairs with one call. We do everything inside and out including full renovations, Call Mark 604-3138721 Maram Contracting. Mention this ad and we’ll pay the HST!

300

No Credit Checks!

LANDSCAPING

SAWDUST

Cash same day, local office.

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

Hemlock, Fir & Cedar

Looking for a “SUPER� employee? Advertise in the best-read community newspapers 604-854-6397

Please call for pricing

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

CLEANING SERVICES

THE CLEANING LADY. Residential.

Reasonable Rates. Fraser Valley area.

Free quotes. Traci 604-996-7396

HOGFUEL 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

CHRISTMAS WINDOW PAINTING & MURALS â?† As You Like It â?† Annette: 778.344.7101 NOT JUST WINDOWS! See our website for more www.zhibit.org/asyoulikeit POLAR BEAR PAINTING $299 ~ 3 rooms (walls only 2 coats) 604-866-6706

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PLUMBING

$38/HOUR PLUMBING, HEATING plugged drains. Big & small jobs.

Local & licensed cell (778)549-2234

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TREE SERVICES

BUYING OR SELLING? Use bcclassified.com - Merchandise for Sale 500’s

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HELP WANTED

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

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

Two positions available for a high profile, non-profit organization in the Fraser Valley.

PETS

Maternity leave position (32 hours per week)

EXPERIENCED PALLIATIVE SERVICES MANAGER

Must be well-versed in Microsoft Excel and Word, able to multi-task and effectively prioritize. Duties include conducting intake of palliative and anticipatory grief clients, attending Fraser Health medical rounds, management of hospital visitation and in-home companioning program, matching volunteers to clients, managing client support training program as well as support meetings for volunteers.

You must have working knowledge in most of these areas and have a strong sense of compassion, patience, and strong facilitation skills. The ideal candidate will have successfully completed post-secondary studies or have a minimum of three years related experience. Please include a cover letter indicating salary expectations and a minimum of three references which must include at least one employer.

Application deadline is Dec 3, 2012 and start date is January 3, 2013.

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FEED & HAY

#1 PET SOURCE • Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 34633 Vye Rd. Abbotsford B.C. (just past Costco) 604-556-7477 www.buckerďŹ elds.org bcclassified.com 604-854-6397

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PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

Full-time maternity leave position available for an

EXPERIENCED OFFICE COORDINATOR

Must be well-versed in Microsoft Excel and Word, able to multi-task, and effectively prioritize. Duties include reception, phone coverage, database management, issuing tax receipts, generating correspondence, filing, preparing timely filings required by non- profit charitable regulations, maintaining inventory of office supplies and equipment and managing ticket sales for events.

The ideal candidate will have successfully completed post-secondary studies or have a minimum of three years related training and experience. Please include a cover letter indicating salary expectations and a minimum of three references which must include at least one employer.

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. 8 weeks old, purebred long hair female.

Vaccinated & pad trained. $900 $1200. (604)807-9957

Application deadline is Dec 3, 2012. Start date is mid January 2013

European German Shepherd pups, 9 weeks, nice, classic colors. Lrg dogs CKC + all shots $1000/ea & up. 2 F. 604-538-4883

Email resume and cover letter to nonprofitorganization2012@gmail.com

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES P.B. $1200: Born Sept. 29th.

2 Male, 1 Female. (778)863-6332

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PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 548

FURNITURE

MOVING SALE Dining room table, 3 leafs, 6 chairs; 4 side chairs, 2 captain.

Sunroom furniture; sofa, 3 rocking chairs & footstool, Sante Fe style, all pcs fully restored. 30” wooden round table w/2 chairs.

Brass plant stands (plants avail).

Large oak entertainment centre including a free working TV. 604-850-2465

551 CHINESE SHAR-PEI PUPPIES MINI’S/TOYS - M & F $1200.00 604-315-8774 WWW.WRINKLESRUS.COM GOLDEN RETRIEVER X COLLIE (Lassie) pups. You can’t find a better combo of smart and loyal dogs.

Born Oct 13, ready Dec 8. Both parents on site. Raised in home with kids, cats & other dogs. Dad 75lbs (Golden) is OFA hip cert. free of hip displasia & eye cert. mom also (rare blue headed white Collie, 48lbs).

Both parents 4H (obedience, showmanship & agility) dogs. 5 Males (3 are blue merle) & 3 females (black). $500. Mission, 604-820-4827

RENTALS 706

Abbotsford - Close to Everything! Quiet area, HUGE suites, unique layouts, Storage and more.

1- Bd from $675. 2- Bd from $875.

Call Park Lane Manor to view: 778-344-Apts (2787) ABBOTSFORD

Forest Terrace Apartments

GARAGE SALES

ABBOTSFORD

Desk, table & chair set + lots of miscellaneous items

35305 McCORKELL DRIVE Off Marshall Rd.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

KITCHEN AIDE Built-in Fridge, model KBLC36FMS02. As new. Under warr. $3900: (604)536-4226

509

AUCTIONS

COLLECTIBLE AUCTION. Monday Dec. 3rd, 7:00pm.

Comics, Star Wars, Sports & non-sport cards, vintage cameras, jewellery, etc.

CENTRAL AUCTION #313 - 20560 - Langley By Pass (#10 Hwy) 604-534-8322 www.centralauction.com

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Apartments 1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

Townhouses 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

ABBOTSFORD NEWS 34375 Gladys Ave.

PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS!

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

2485 Hilltout Street 1 Bedroom - $604.00 2 Bedrooms - $688.00

Call 604-751-2147

RENTALS

2525 Hilltout Street 1 Bedroom - $604.00 2 Bedrooms - $688.00

APARTMENT/CONDO

CHELSEA PARK GARDENS 33710 Marshall Road

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

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

Call 604-751-3619

750

Call Now: 604-807-8665 ABBOTSFORD “The Crossing” Luxury 2 bdrm 2 bath gr. flr corner unit. 7 appl, inste w/d, 2 prkg. N/S, $1200, Dec 1. Ref’s. 604-835-3300

ABBOTSFORD. Townline area.

Spacious 2 bdrm. Priv entry. Share laundry. Np/ns. Avail. now. $700.

604-857-5855 or 604-614-8899.

33298 Robertson Ave.

ABBOTSFORD W. 2 bdrm. suite.

Available now. N/s. Small pet ok. $650/mo. Call 604-854-1347

1 Bdrms ...... from $725/mo.

2 Bdrms ...... from $825/mo.

Call 604-751-2125

‘06 CHEV EXT CAB P/U 6 pgr 4.8 V8 auto, a/c, shrt box #STP1398....$5995 05DODGE NEON 4dr 4cyl 5 spd #STP001....$2495 ‘04 CHEVY IMPALA 4dr, V6, auto, full load #STP7881….$3995 ‘02 MAZDA PROTEGE 4dr 4 cyl 5 spd, full load #STP7899….$1995 ‘01 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 4dr 4cyl. auto, local #STP0022....$1995 ‘01 CHEV CAVALIER 4dr, 4 cyl auto #STP5023….$2250 ‘01 PONTIAC MONTANNA 4dr, 7pgr, V6 auto, local #STP3414….$1995 ‘01 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRACK 4dr 4X4 V6 auto loaded local #STP1442....$6995 ‘99 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER 4dr, 7 pgr, V6, auto, loaded, local, Aircared #STP3630....$1250 98 FORD RANGER X-CAB 4x4 Step-Side box 6cyl 5 spd #STP0044....$1995 ‘98 GMC SAFARI AWD 8 pgr V6 auto, full load #STP6074….$1995 ‘97 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4X4 4dr, V6 auto, local. load #STP8182….$2495

SUITES, LOWER

Bachelors .... from $547/mo.

1 Bdrms ...... from $656/mo.

2 Bdrms ...... from $809/mo.

33405 Bourquin Place

FALL SALE Fri Nov 30th

LOCKABLE STORAGE / WORKSHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in.

Small sizes available. 6 am - 10 pm access. Chase Monday - Friday.

8 am - 5 pm. 604-826-2383

ABBOTSFORD~ Bradner. 1/bdrm studio. $575/mo incl everything.

Avail now. NP, NS (604)341-1445

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

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

2467 Clearbrook Rd

STORAGE

Villa Monaco

Spacious suites appointed with maple cabinets, 6/appls inclusive of in-suite laundry, porcelain tile bath, fireplace, large cov’d patio & sec u/g parking. Walking distance to all amenities including shopping mall & new park.

2 Bdrm, 2 bath ste - $1075/mo MOVE IN BONUS HALF MONTH FREE RENT

MISSION, (Hatzic Bench) 2 bdrm. $800/mo (utils neg.) Wi-fi/cbl incl.

Shrd w/d, cvrd deck / parking. N/S inside, no partiers, safe family home. Avail Jan 1 604-805-8780 MISSION Lge 2 bdrm nr leisure ctr.

New kit. & appl., now NS, small pet OK 604-226-7325 604-820-2122

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

ABBOTSFORD 3 bdrm, off Gladwin cls to schl & transit, heat & hydro incl $1200/mo Dec 1. 604-866-5967

Website: www.mainst.biz

MISSION / HATZIC. Cls to school.

Large 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl., deck, large yard, parking. 778-996-7074

751

SUITES, UPPER

...PLUS MORE TO CHOOSE FROM

Abbotsford

You Choose!

Small selection of standard and upgraded suites.

1-beds from $675 2-beds from $875. Indoor pool, fitness & games room!

Call to view 778-344-Apts (2787)

Call 604-557-6054 32030 George Ferguson Way

MISSION

HABITAT APARTMENTS 33366 2nd Ave. Mission

1 bdrms. from $630/mo.

752

FINANCING AVAILABLE

TOWNHOUSES

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

Phone 604.854.2832 or 604.864.6239 DL#9912

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

838

604-826-2538

Our ads are

Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division

inexpensive

Sherwood Forest Housing Co-op

work hard.

Call 604-557-3592

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1996 22’ SLUMBER QUEEN 5th wheel. Interior like new, has to be seen to appreciate. New stereo, back up camera, new HD antenna, m/w, a/c. Includes hitch. $6,500.

604-625-7761 Aldergrove.

and they

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $825.00

1977 1630 JD Tractor w/loader, 55 HP, orchard size tractor with highlow transmission. 604-853-0562

749

33263 Bourquin Crescent East

ABBOTSFORD

2814 Pratt Crescent 1 Bedroom from $634.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

FARM EQUIPMENT

Pet Friendly Buildings!

PJ AUTO SALES LTD

CLEARBROOK 3 bdrms. up, 2 down, 3 baths. Close to Dairy Queen. Dec. 15th. 604-832-7744

Conveniently located at www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc

Call 604-751-2147

UNDER $200

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

ALDERGROVE. 5 bdrm. house, 3 full bath. N/P. Avail. now. $1650/mo utils not incl. 604-857-2439

ABBOTSFORD Blue Ridge 2 bdrm g/l suite. Ns/np. Near Apollo Gym & schls Avail now $600 778-552-2365

Newer Luxury Suites NOW RENTING 32130 Hillcrest Avenue

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease

Under New Management

HOMES FOR RENT

Bachelors ........ from $547/mo.

1 Bdrms ........... from $656/mo.

2 Bdrms ........... from $809/mo.

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets

Call Esther 604-853-0549

BACK PARKING LOT (by shed)

ABBOTSFORD

736

TRANSPORTATION

ABBOTSFORD west. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, lrg yrd. W/D hookups. Dec. 1. $1400/mo. n/s, n/p. 604-859-4217.

1 BD. bsmt suite. Ref. req. Quiet tenant. N/P N/S. UTL/CBL/LDRY $665/month. 604-855-3334

FIREWOOD

Also great for crafts etc

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS

Villa Vista 33292 Robertson Ave East

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

HELIX FOOSEBALL TABLE, 30” X 55”. As new. $150. Call 604-8550550

530

or Email

MISC. FOR SALE

ABBOTSFORD

706

meadowood@ pacificquorum.com

Early and Immediate Possession Available

MAINSTREET EQUITY CORP.

706

Phone 604-852-4696

3046 Clearbrook Road

PALLETS Available Come & Help Yourself

APPLIANCES

Apartment & Townhouse Complex

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

Small pets negotiable.

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RENTALS

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ABBOTSFORD

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Sat. Dec. 1st ~ 9 am to 1 pm

Swiss Mountain pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet chck, dewormed. $500. 604-795-7662

706

34313 Forrest Terrace

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560

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ABBOTSFORD 33554 Switzer Ave 1 bdrm $625/mo, 2 bdrm $725/mo.

Coin laundry on site (604)751-3885

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The Scrapper

Babich Street

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33136 George Ferguson Way

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

1 Bedroom from $725.00 2 Bdrms from $825.00

Call 604-557-3708

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

Mainstreet Equity

Seniors Discount $25

Lve Msg @ 604-854-6204

604-850-2467 Baywest Mgmt Corp

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MISSION: 33523 3rd Ave 1 bdrm $625 or 2 brm $725 Coin laundry on site. Call Steve: (604)751-3885

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FULLY SEASONED, Alder, Maple, Birch. Split & Delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime

32101 Mt. Waddington Ave

HOMESTEAD ESTATES +++ $200 MOVE IN BONUS +++ Abbotsford - deluxe, large apts Newer, well maintained bldg.

2 Bths in 2 Bdr units from $895 Gas heat, f/p, d/w, inste w/d hookup, gated u/g prkg. Cat OK 604-870-9797 www.apt4rent.ca ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 33382 George Ferguson Way

BIRCHWOOD MANOR

548

FURNITURE

DINING ROOM SET, seats 10, 6 chairs & hutch, $100. Recliner, $20.

Coffee table & 4 end tables, $25.

(604)302-5161 FREE TO A GOOD HOME - dark brown cloth, 4 seater theatre couch in good condition. You must pick up. 604-328-2837 or 778-899-2837.

MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

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Abbotsford - clean & spacious *2 Bdrm units from $750 & up Some w/insuite laundry hook-up, d/w, prkg. Part of the Abbotsford Crime Free Housing Program Cat OK . Call: 604-832-8909

www.baywest.ca ABBOTSFORD. 1 bdrm. apt. on South Fraser Way close to Dairy Queen. Very clean. Ns/np. Call (604)832-7744 ABBOTSFORD 2184 McKenzie Rd Spacious 1 & 2 bdrm from $575/mo H/w flrs. No dogs. Dirk 604-535-3475

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SEASONED FIREWOOD

Call Dave The Wood Guy Since 1980

MAPLE t BIRCH t ALDER Abbotsford $300/cord Langley-Surrey $350/cord 604.378.7738 | Agassiz, BC

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

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

For all your fruit & veggie needs come see us at the farm!

5486 Riverside Street Corner of Harris & Riverside Matsqui Village

HOUSING CO-OP - $954/mo.

LARGE TOWNHOUSES AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES

Call 604-751-2165

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

We are open Mon. to Sat. 8am ~ 6pm (Closed Sunday)

$200 MOVE-IN❋❋❋ BONUS Crime Free Living HURON COURT

3 bdrm. family room, 1.5 baths, basement, f/s, gas f/p, priv. fcd yard, garage/carport, playground.

Only 1 block to school & park.

NO SUBSIDY ✦ $2500 SHARE PURCHASE ✦ REQUIRED PRIOR TO MOVE-IN

33184 George Ferguson Way

The Valley’s Premier Farm Market Family owned & operated since 1975

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GARAGE SALES

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GARAGE SALES

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

ABBOTSFORD Large shop 40x60 with hoist for rent in Matsqui prairie $800/mo. Also on property 3bdrm house $1200/mo. No Sunday calls.

604-826-5184; e-mail: pruim@shaw.ca

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TRANSPORTATION 809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

SKI RACK for sale. Thule 91725 Universal Flat Top. 6 Carrier. Universal mounting for 6 pairs skis/or 4 snowboards. Adaptable to most factory roof racks. $60. 604-3282837.

810

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

851

TRUCKS & VANS

AUTO FINANCING

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

1996 GMC SIERRA ext. cab, 4.3 Vortex, exc. cond. Must sell $3000 obo (604)530-4814 2005 Chev Express 1500 cargo well maint’d ladder rack shelf alarm 4 snow tires high mileage $7000 firm 604-613-4448, 604-504-5336

NEWLY RENOVATED. 3 Bedroom, upper unit in 4-Plex. Fenced yard.

In Suite laundry. No pets. Checks required.

Available immediately. $1100 a month plus dd and utilities.

1-604-798-2970

736

HOMES FOR RENT

1993 MERCEDES 500 SEL, blue, kept in gar., no accidents, immac. cond. $11,000 obo (604)302-1933

ABBOTSFORD. 1/bdrm on main floor, 2/bdrm in attic. on 5 acres on Old Riverside Rd. New floors, cabinets & paint. Ns/np. Avail. Dec 15. 604-897-2331

2000 CADILLAC DeVILLE, white, leather interior, low mileage, new brakes. Full load, clean. Must see to appreciate. $8,500. obo.

604-853-3892

ABBOTSFORD; 2057 Geneva Crt. 3 bdrm newly reno’d $1250. N/P Refs F/P, laundry. 778-870-1247.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

ABBOTSFORD - 2337 Otter Street 6 Bdrms, 3 baths, avail now. $1400.

604-854-6101 or 604-864-1438

1994 HONDA CIVIC, 5spd, green, good cond. Newer engine. $1600 obo. Call (604)851-9624

ABBOTSFORD 5 bdrm 2 baths newly renovated. 2 storey, lrg lot & deck. Nr UFV/Hosp, $1300/mo + utils & water. Dec. 1 or 15. N/p.

604-859-0391, 604-308-9022

1998 FORD CONTOUR GL 4dr 2.5L V6 auto p/dr p/w 155,000K $2000. 604-853-8976

ABBOTSFORD Angus Campbell Rd 4 bdrm., 3 bath farm house. $1800.

Semi truck parking avail. N/p. Ref’s. req’d. 604-825-2802; 604-807-3114

ABBOTSFORD. Large 4 bdrm. home for short term rental. Bateman area. Appl., incl., security system, encl. garage, o/s pet enclosure. N/s. $1200/mo. Call Frank 604-835-6300. No Sunday calls.

2002 JAGUAR, green, 118K kms.

S-type, 4 dr sedan, tan leather int, 3.0 L, fully loaded, new tires, 2nd owner. $9,000. 778-892-9924

2005 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie mint condition, 5.9 Cumins diesel engine. 1 owner. $20,500.

Herb 604-308-2525

859

UTILITY TRAILERS

ATV TRAILER, side loading, fits 2 atv’s, 2500lb axle, exc cond., $1200. call (604)858-0070

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