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Abbotsford’s explorations in leaving the Fraser Valley Regional District may be coming to an end.

A staff report, scheduled to be presented on Monday, is recommending the city remain as part of the FVRD. Early in 2011, council and then-Mayor George Peary directed city staff to examine the financial implications of leaving the district to become a single-tier governance.

It was believed that the move would save taxpayers as much as $750,000 annually. In 2010, Abbotsford contributed approximately $3 million to the district. A majority of council felt the city could provide the same level of services, such as 911 and fire dispatch, mosquito control, and regional planning, for a lower cost.

However, in 2012, new Mayor Bruce Banman and the city manager met with Ida Chong, then Minister of Community Sport and Cultural Development. She told them the province would not consider the city’s request to become a separate entity, but would Continued on A3

FELONY CHARGES DROPPED A5 Local inventor signs plea agreement to put an end to U.S. environmental case

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Red Kettle campaign connects SHOP community at Christmas OUTSIDE Salvation Army sets holiday fundraising goal at $500,000 Tim FITZGERALD Black Press

Janet Kirichenko stands in front of the doors of the PriceSmart on South Fraser Way, one hand lightly ringing sleigh bells, the other ready with a candy cane.

As she hands out one of her last treats to another young smiling face, Kirichenko offers a hearty thank you as the familiar rattle of change temporarily replaces her chimes.

Kirichenko is just one of the many members of the Northview Community Church who are donating their time this holiday season to work the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign.

It’s the church’s third year taking on the PriceSmart location for the Salvation Army, Kirichenko said.

She says she’s more than happy to give up two hours from her day to help the Sally Ann, especially because of her experiences last year.

Kirichenko wasn’t able to work the kettle last year because of her job in the retail sector. She said she didn’t like what she saw.

“As the season wore on, it was all about greed and profits.

People just kept buying, and companies care too much about profits,” she said. “There was no sense of the spirit of the season. It makes your heart sick.”

Now she dispenses kind words and candy canes to customers making their way in to shop for groceries, regardless if they donate or not.

For Kirichenko, the opportunity to reach out to the people of her community is too

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Janet Kirichenko, left, and Sam Harms of the Northview Community Church donate their time to the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign outside the PriceSmart location on South Fraser Way on Wednesday. The Sally Ann is hoping to raise $500,000 over the Christmas holidays to help run its wide range of programs.

good to pass up.

“The Salvation Army does such tremendous work. We help raise the money but they know where all the nickels and dimes need to go.

They’re the ones connected to the community and the people who need it most. So for me, it’s a chance to just talk to people and maybe brighten up their day.”

Greg Harris, director of local missions for the Northview Community Church, says their congregation chooses to help the Salvation Army because their faith and commitment to community are so closely aligned.

“They have such a steadying influence in the community,” said Harris. “The people at our church want to be involved in making this a better place to live and this is an easy way to help out and connect with people. For me seeing people respond with such generosity is great.”

The Salvation Army’s goal is to raise more than $500,000 in donations, whether it’s through its traditional storefront kettles, or through direct donations. In addition, the Salvation Army also has its new countertop kettles that businesses

can leave at the front desk for customers to contribute.

Deb Lowell, public relations director at the Abbotsford Salvation Army, says while the goal of raising a half-million dollars is critical to the organization if it hopes to maintain its level of service in Abbotsford, she understands they have a difficult road ahead.

“The challenge is that there are many, many wonderful charities receiving donations throughout the city. We don’t want to wear out our donors, but at the same time, our demands have never

been higher,” said Lowell.

She said the relief of having the Northview Community Church take over the PriceSmart means she has one less location to worry about, which is crucial come Christmas time. She estimates the Salvation Army needs about 4,000 hours of volunteer time for the 14 Red Kettle locations in Abbotsford and Mission.

“The congregation at Northview have been super supportive of what we do,” said Lowell. “Going forward, we would like to use them as a model for what other churches and business can do. The people of Abbotsford are incredibly generous.”

While cash is always king, Lowell said for those who can’t afford to donate or have given their money elsewhere, they can always contribute their time.

She said there is a preconceived notion that if you are working a kettle, you have to ask people for money.

However, she said a simple hello or Merry Christmas is really all that’s expected.

The program is so well known and respected that most of the interaction with the public turns out to be friendly conversation.

Kirichenko reiterates that point.

“I’m such a talker. This gives me a venue for my big mouth,” she jokes.

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Banman held a meeting with several local mayors representing Chilliwack, Mission, the Township of Langley and the City of Langley.

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“I think when you take into light that we are talking about the region as a whole, my personal opinion is that Abbotsford is much better off to stay part of a region.

It will make us stronger,” said Banman.

While council will have the final say, Banman said staying in the region will help the city to “defend” itself against things like “Metro’s garbage burning incinerators.”

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also in my opinion, the FVRD found us between $500,000 and $600,000 in savings when they revamped their budget,” which Banman said eliminates much of the financial argument.

Another factor in the recommendation is that the city will have a stronger voice on the FVRD. Due to the recent census, based on the city’s population, Abbotsford gets one more additional director at the table.

Currently, Banman, along with Couns.

Patricia Ross, John Smith, Simon Gibson and Moe Gill, are members of the board.

Banman said it is likely the sixth member would be appointed on Monday night, if council approves the recommendation.

Ross is the vice-chair of the FVRD and said she is relieved staff has made the recommendation to stay.

“I’ve never thought it was a good idea to leave the FVRD, so I’m very pleased that finally we are giving up on that and giving some certainty to the FVRD.” She said it was difficult for the district to plan and budget for the future with the issue “hanging over its head.”

Ross believes the motion will likely pass on Monday night.

While the issue did cause some uncertainty, Ross believes it will only take a “little bit of fence-mending” for Abbotsford and the FVRD to move forward.

“There have never been any nasty remarks or poor behaviour because of it,” she said.

She believes both parties will “put it behind them” and “look forward to planning our future.”

The FVRD consists of six municipalities – Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Hope, Kent and Harrison – and seven electoral areas.

Each member community pays the FVRD user fees and a tax requisition based on population.

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Felony pollution charges dropped against local man

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Battery Reclamation Inc. (BRI) in Pecos, Texas.

Larsen, an industrial design engineer, said Six felony charges were dismissed Monday he became involved with Battery Conservation in U.S. district court in Texas against an Technology Inc. after he was approached to deAbbotsford man who was accused of environ- sign and develop environmental technology for mental offences related to a battery recycling the plant in 2000.

Several months later, the company was unplant. able to raise the funds to continue with reIn exchange, inventor Herb Larsen signed a plea agreement and received one year of search and development. Larsen said he roundunsupervised probation for the misdemeanour ed up $1.8 million in investments, and a new offence of “negligent release of a hazardous air company, BRI, was formed.

He said it took over pollutant.” two years for the Larsen’s lawyer, Dick Texas Commission of DeGuerin of Texas, said Environmental Quality the plea agreement, (TCEQ) to transfer the which was brought to hazardous waste perhim by federal prosemit so that the comcutors involved in the pany could continue case, amounted to an operating. admission by the State Larsen said the forthat it did not have a mer owners had left case against Larsen the property in a mess, and his co-accused. and the new owners Larsen said he was agreed to clean up onereluctant to sign the File photo sixth of it each year. plea agreement and had wanted the case to Local inventor Herb Larsen gained profile several years He said they met that ago with his one-unit commercial baking machine. goal in the first year, go to trial. spending more than $1 But as part of the agreement, felony charges were dropped million to do so. Once the TCEQ approved the against his three co-accused, and he avoided environmental permits, the plant went into ophundreds of thousands of dollars in additional eration for four months before the permit came up for renewal, and the entire process began legal fees.

“It was one of the most difficult things (sign- again. Larsen said the TLEQ “dragged its feet,” ing the plea agreement). I still waffle over it … and the cost of hiring lawyers and consultants My reputation is worth more than anything, depleted the investment funds. With the plant but I’m tapped out. I can’t keep fighting for- unable to operate and generate revenue, the owners “walked away” from the operation, reever,” he said.

Larsen, 57, was arrested on a warrant in sulting in the felony charges being laid.

The misdemeanour to which Larsen pleaded May 2010 at the Sumas, Wash. border crossing while returning from a guest-speaker stint at a guilty involved canvas sacks degrading and spilling zinc manganese powder on the ground, Christian men’s retreat in California.

He was charged with six felony offences, causing a “substantial risk of fire or explosion,” including conspiracy to store and dispose of according to court documents.

Larsen said the charges and the court case hazardous waste and storing hazardous waste without a permit, for his involvement with have been devastating to him.

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The first incident took place on Saturday, Dec. 1 at about 2:30 p.m., when two men entered a pharmacy in the 2000 block of McCallum Road.

Const. Ian MacDonald said the men waited outside the store until it was empty. One of the suspects then approached the cashier, demanding cash,

while the second man stood just inside the front door.

Both men wore dark clothing with hoodies and had their faces covered. MacDonald said no weapons were used and no staff members were injured.

The men fled on foot, heading south on McCallum Road.

The next robbery took place on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at about 10 p.m. Three men waited outside a pizza shop in the 33000 block of South Fraser Way

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APD set anti-crime standards Just a few short years ago, Abbotsford held the acutely uncomfortable title of “Murder Capital of Canada,” as dubbed by metro media.

Unflattering to say the least, but fairly close to the mark.

Gang-related warfare was raging around the Lower Mainland in 2008 through 2010, and Abbotsford was unfortunately a focal point, as the Red Scorpions, the UN gang, and others struggled for domination – primarily of the drug trade.

The Abbotsford-Mission census metropolitan area (CMA) experienced four murders in 2010, 11 in 2009 and six in 2008.

Compare that to last year’s one – which occurred inside a local prison.

We are now among the 10 Canadian cities with the lowest murder rates.

It’s a stunning turnaround. The key factor? The Abbotsford Police.

The force has taken back the streets, through a multi-pronged approach of enforcement, arrests, surveillance,

and pressure tactics on known criminals, and a comprehensive program of awareness and education in local schools.

The department set out to make Abbotsford an unpleasant place for gangsters and drug dealers to do business. They achieved it.

Officers visited schools, talking with students and presenting a series of top-quality videos that exposed the gangster lifestyle as one that usually ends in prison or death.

Clearly, all of these efforts were effective.

During the same period, police arrested two of Abbotsford’s notorious Bacon brothers – both of whom are now in prison, either convicted of serious crimes or awaiting trial. A third was shot dead by rivals.

Criminal volatility still exists here, but nevertheless, Abbotsford is a far safer place. Other cities that are still struggling with violence should take a page or two from the APD manual.

Living in the Age of Mockery Chris

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My View Seen the latest video of Toronto Mayor Rob Ford that’s gone viral?

It features a press event before the Grey Cup in which Ford and some staff play a little football. He hikes the ball, goes back a few steps to make a pass, loses his balance and tumbles to the turf.

Fat man falls. Ha ha.

Because he’s offended so many people during his time in office, the humour – one assumes – is all the more rich. Regardless, the video spread around the world.

Just before the U.S. election, late night TV funnyman Jimmy Kimmel’s crew hit the streets to ask people what they thought of the second presidential debate.

The twist: the debate hadn’t actually happened yet.

That didn’t stop people from commenting. People on camera said things like Obama came off better, and oh yes, the town-hall style event was much more

intimate than the previous one and so on.

Funny. And yes, insightful about human behaviour.

Yet it seems humour – from the things we share on social media to the reality shows we watch – is increasingly being characterized by the concept of mockery.

Today we spend a lot of time laughing at people, and often, ridiculing them. Their foibles, their pettiness, their slip-ups.

And what’s wrong with that, one might ask?

I’m not sure. But somewhere in there, it feels off, somehow.

It’s no revelation that we live in an age in which the lens is turned on ourselves and the world around us. We like it real.

Reality TV, YouTube – real life is exciting.

And as America’s Funniest Home Videos established years ago, we can be hilarious – particularly by accident.

It’s one thing, though, to laugh at ourselves. In fact, it’s healthy and humbling.

After all, “self-deprecating” is probably one of the more flattering things you can say about a person’s character.

But what about when we turn it around?

When we’re laughing at others? And what if they’re not laughing? It’s one thing when we laugh at a comedian on stage,

seeking to tickle our funny bone, but what if it’s just real folks going about life?

When Franklin D. Roosevelt was U.S. president in the ’30s and early ’40s, the media never showed him in a wheelchair, or being carried, helping to hide the fact he was paralyzed. Perhaps it was media

Today we spend a lot of time laughing at people, and often, ridiculing them. collusion out of respect for office at a time when disabilities were seen differently.

And it’s good today that we’ve broken many of those taboos, and acknowledge that frailty exists – even among those in highest office.

But compare the Roosevelt situation to that in the Ford video. When we watch Ford tumble to the turf, what do we think?

Fat idiot? Offensive words, but how far off the mark? When we giggle at the people on the street discussing an imaginary presidential debate don’t we, at very least,

think them foolish?

So what, one might say. No harm done.

But what if this trend is undermining our respect for others? What if it feeds this culture of mean that people are talking about, a culture of mockery that empowers the bullies, feeds concepts of “us and them,” lowers the tenor of public discourse and sends a message that it’s OK to celebrate when a person is hurt, and to laugh when they are embarrassed or humiliated?

How is it different if an unpopular 10-year-old girl stumbles as she walks across the school stage, and the assembled students laugh, then schoolmates continue to badger her for weeks to come?

But it is different, isn’t it?

Rob Ford is a politician. He’s put himself on that platform. He’s exposed himself.

And those people on the streets of L.A., they should have been honest and admitted they didn’t know there was a debate.

And in those cases we’re talking about people in different cities, different situations. Not people in our local community.

It’s different. Right?

Chris Bryan is editor of the Burnaby and New Westminster NewsLeader newspapers.

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SATURDAY, DECEMER 15 • 10:00 AM The spirit of Christmas and its festivities will be celebrated througout this event with Special Music • Pianists • Carol Singing • Assorted Quartets • Various Musical Groups • Much More!

THE ROSE ROOM COFFEE SHOP Open for breakfast on Saturday mornings. Tasty homemade soup, bun, dessert for $5 available during the event. Complimentary hot beverages & cookies available throughout the event.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILIES Bring Your Own Camera!

CRAFT FAIR Local arts & crafts Saturday, Dec 15 & Dec. 22 from 9am - 1pm in the Azalea Room

GARDEN PARK TOWER OFFERS EXCELLENT SERVICES TO THIS COMMUNITY: FOOD SERVICES: Delicious home-cooked meals available Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm & Saturday mornings RENTAL FACILITIES: Rooms available to rent for seminars, business meetings, wedding receptions, etc.

CATERING FACILITIES: Large selection of buffet menus or platters to choose from.

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Schafer elected board of education chair “As far as facilities work, our IT road map was one of the key undertakings over the past year,” Schafer said.

She also noted the newest facility in the

district – the new Abbotsford Senior Secondary, together with Sweeney Neighbourhood Centre and A b b o t s f o r d Community Library

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Committee assignments and school liaisons will be announced next Tuesday (Dec. 11) at the board’s regular public meeting.

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A major focus for the board has been, and will continue to be, the ongoing implementation of the board’s strategic plan.

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Canadian Blood Services’ (CBS) annual “Bleed and Feed” is back for the third year in a row with the goal of fulfilling 14,000 blood donations in the B.C. and Yukon.

The program, in partnership with Food Banks BC, asks the public to donate non-perishable food items for local food banks.

Donated items will be collected in specially marked “Bleed and Feed” food collection boxes located in the front waiting area of blood donor clinics across the province. Food collected in Abbotsford will stay in the community.

Upcoming clinics in Abbotsford take place at the Pentecostal Assembly gymnasium (3145 Gladwin Rd.) from 1 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 11 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15.

Book an appointment by calling 1-888 2 DONATE (1888-236-6283).

Schafer also pointed to the regular meetings trustees have with the district youth council – known as “YC34” – as a highlight and a useful time for board

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She acknowledged that the teachers’ strike in 2011-2012 caused some concern and disruption in schools.

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The Abbotsford board of education has new, but familiar, faces at its helm.

Trustee Cindy Schafer was elected chair for the coming year at the board’s inaugural meeting on Tuesday. She previously held the position from 2008 to 2011.

Trustee John Sutherland, who served as chair for the past year, was elected vice-chair.

The terms are each for one year.

Schafer recounted some of the highlights for the board and district of the past year and thanked trustees and senior manage-

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Markstrom, Rampage weather Heat shot barrage

Dan KINVIG

Abbotsford News

For a coach presiding over a three-game losing streak, Troy Ward was in an awfully chipper mood in the aftermath of the Abbotsford Heat’s 4-0 loss to the San Antonio Rampage on Wednesday.

“Couldn’t be happier,” he told reporters after settling in at the press conference podium. “I thought we

did some really, really long-term success. good things. It’s probOn Wednesday, ably the happiest I’ve Ward felt his team been all year.” submitted the type The dichotomy be- of performance that tween Ward’s mood would yield a victory and the scoreon most nights. board stems For the second Molrinee c o n s e c u t i v e from the fact on that he’s relentevening, they ws.com abbyne lessly processoutshot the oriented. Results Rampage by a are short-term; prop- lopsided margin (36er structure, competi- 14). But just like on tiveness and scoring- Tuesday, when they chance generation fell 3-2 in overtime provide the founda- despite a 34-17 edge tion for consistent in shots, they were

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The difference Wednesday was that the Rampage got stellar goaltending from Jacob Markstrom, while the Heat’s Leland Irving struggled.

Irving was pulled in favour of Danny Taylor after allowing three goals on eight shots, marking the first time this season that the Heat had switched goalies mid-game.

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IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of my Mom Elsie Zedan Nov. 19, 1931 ~ Nov. 26, 1987 Aged 56 years I have been blessed Mom all my life.

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It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Dusan and Trisha, they leave behind their son David James Sedlacek.

Dusan is predeceased by his father Rudolf and survived by his mother Emilia, sister Dana Sedlackova and brothers Andy and Rudy. Trisha is survived by her mother and father Lloyd and Mia Vickers, brothers Norman, Ingo (Dee), Marco.

And many other aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

MURDOCH Roderick Campbell (Cam) 1916 - 2012 Roderick Campbell (Cam) Murdoch passed away Nov 17 following a brief illness. He was 95 years old. He follows his first wife Lois, son David, and daughter Karen into the presence of Our Lord. He is survived by his wife Maureen and her family, his daughters Joanne, Charlotte and Eleanor, son Paul, twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He served as a missionary in various parts of the US and Canada, most recently serving with Shantymen’s Christian Association in BC. His goal in life was to share the good news of the Gospel.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, Dec 11, 2012 at the Clearbrook MB Church, 2719 Clearbrook Rd, Abbotsford.

Online condolences to the family may be made at www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com

Woodlawn Funeral Home 604-853-2643

They loved each other dearly and will spend eternity together. We miss you and love you.

The extended family wishes to thank all those who supported them through their lives with love and comfort.

Dusan’s last note for Trisha “I’ll see you on the other side babe”.

Open House for family and close friends, Sunday, Dec. 9th, 12:00 to 4:00 pm at 2595 Whatcom Pl., Abbotsford, BC.

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After a brief illness our beloved mother passed away.

She will be remembered and missed by her four children, four grandchildren, and her many good friends.

She loved her family and being with them and friends enjoying a meal, a glass of wine, a walk around the lake. Her laugh and sense of humour will be greatly missed.

She had a generous, caring heart and was always willing to help those who needed her and share her skills in knitting, cooking and living life.

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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Born in Port Clements, Queen Charlotte Islands, BC. It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we said goodbye to our Dad and Grandfather.

He is survived by his loving soul mate and life’s dance partner Myrna. His children Wayne (Shelly) and Kelly (Dean), four grandchildren who he was very proud of; Blake, Shayne, Krista and Danielle, his sisters Lily and Doris. He was a proud logger and a retired member of the I.W.A. Memorial service will be held at Cedar Valley Church, 32840 Janzen Ave., Mission, BC on Friday, December 14th at 1:30 pm.

#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.buckerfields.org

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $825.00

HOGFUEL

Call 604-557-3592

Please call for pricing 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

320

MOVING & STORAGE

APARTMENT/CONDO

2 BD, 1bth Chlwk suit for rent. No smk. no pets. 700/mnth. Call Gerry 604-861-7560

April 11, 1951 ~ Nov. 23, 2012

Dusan Sedlacek

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

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

March 4, 1944 ~ Nov. 23, 2012

REAL ESTATE

PAINT SPECIAL

Unique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

SEDLACEK

523

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

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

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries

Patricia Sedlacek

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Running this ad for 8yrs

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

Tributes to family and friends 7

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

Abb. Eagle Mt Beautiful rancher 4 bdrm, 3 bath. Under const.

Ready in March. $629,000: Fully finished. 604-556-8231

33136 George Ferguson Way

1 Bedroom from $725.00 2 Bdrms from $825.00

Call 604-557-3708 33184 George Ferguson Way

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

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

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

Mainstreet Equity

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

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

Call 604-751-2165

VIZSLA PUPS, PB, shots, vet✓ champion lines, $850. 604-8192115. vizsla@telus.net

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

329 PAINTING & DECORATING 509

AUCTIONS

ESTATE AUCTION. Monday Dec. 10th, 7:00pm.

Furn, Beswick collectibles, china horses, Persian rugs, musical instrumental incl bagpipes, trumpets, clarinet, guitar, Hyland dress, etc.

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

ABBOTSFORD. 5 bdrm. 3 baths.

Rec room & family room. Near new hospital. On CDS. 11,000 sf lot. $359,900. 604-807-4829

545

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

Website:

www.mainst.biz 545

FUEL

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

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MEADOWOOD Apartment & Townhouse Complex

RENTALS 706

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$200 MOVE-IN❋❋❋ BONUS Crime Free Living HURON COURT ✳ 1 Bdrm. from $625/mo. ✳ 2 Bdrms from $745/mo.

Phone 604-852-4696 or Email

meadowood@ pacificquorum.com

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

Apartments

Seniors Discount $25

1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets

ABBOTSFORD

Under New Management

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease Pet Friendly Buildings!

CHELSEA PARK GARDENS 33710 Marshall Road

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

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

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

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

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

Villa Monaco

CLEARBROOK avail. now, 5 bdrm., 3 baths, 5 appl., reno, N/S N/P. $1500 mo. + utils.(604)807-6477

2467 Clearbrook Rd

MISSION 6 bdrm 2.5 bath new flr paint lge fncd yd cls to ament & hwy avail now $2000+util 604-358-1112

FALL SALE Fri Dec 7th ‘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 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 ‘94 FORD T-BIRD 2dr, V6 auto, full load #STP2050....$450

GREAT LOCATION * Renovated Suites * Clean, very quiet, large, INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO Near Shopping & Amenities.

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

604-463-7450 604-463-2236 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings MISSION: 33523 3rd Ave 1 bdrm $625 or 2 brm $725 Coin laundry on site. Call Steve: (604)751-3885 MISSION. 7696 Grand St. 1 & 2 bdrm apt. in reno’d., quiet bldg. Onsite manager. $640 & $750/mo.

Call: 604-287-6787; 778-552-1808.

Mission

CEDARWOOD MANOR * * * *

Friendly Management 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented

604-820-0128 MISSION

HABITAT APARTMENTS 33366 2nd Ave. Mission

1 bdrms. from $630/mo.

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

Call 604-751-3619 Villa Vista 33292 Robertson Ave East

PJ AUTO SALES LTD

Queen Anne Apts.

www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc

ABBOTSFORD - Tempo, Junior 1 bd avail., Jan 1st. $725. 2 bd + den $1150 avail., now. Walk to UFV campus, bright, clean & quiet, 6 appl., On site mngr, secure u/grd prkg. Collin, Stratatech Consulting 604 703 6209

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1 & 2 Bdrms $790/$890

Conveniently located at

ABBOTSFORD - recently reno, 2 bd, 1 bath, grnd flr, 4 appl., walk to amen, undrgrd prk. $825/m. Jan 1st. One week early move in. Call Collin, Stratatech Consulting LTD, 604 703 6209

HOMES FOR RENT

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

MAPLE RIDGE

3046 Clearbrook Road ABBOTSFORD, Nr FVC & downtown. 2/bdrm, 2 full baths, insuite laundry, 2 large decks. F/P. 5/appli.

2 secured parking stalls. Clean & quiet. N/S, N/P. Avail Jan 1. $950/mo. (604)855-6108

736

TRANSPORTATION

604-850-2467 Baywest Mgmt Corp

1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

Townhouses

RENTALS

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

APARTMENTS Large, Bright & Clean 2 Bdrms Avail

33263 Bourquin Crescent East

749

STORAGE

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

750

SUITES, LOWER

ABBOTSFORD 1 bdrm nr Mill Lake park $700 incl utils, net, ldry, nr all ament/bus Avail now 778-982-3101 ABBOTSFORD: 2 bdrm w/full bath, ldry, nice kitchen, very clean. Very private, parking. Great area for children. Cls to amens, schools. $900 Avail. now/ Dec. 15. 604-832-2412.

ABBOTSFORD. McCallum area. 2 bedroom suite. Clean, quiet. Call 604-854-5416.

BRIGHT BSMT SUITE ABBOTSFORD: Whatcom & McKee Rd. Upscale neighborhood.

2 bdrm, 1 full bath. Private bsmt suite. Inc. hydro, heat, w/d, sat. TV, & alarm system. Private backyard.

N/P. N/S. $850/mo. Avail. Jan. 1 (604)850-2654

...PLUS MORE TO CHOOSE FROM FINANCING AVAILABLE

MISSION 2 BDRM + OFFICE / den, ground level, suits professional couple, share w/d, n/s n/p, avail Jan 1st $900/m incl utils (604)287-1213

Phone 604.854.2832 or 604.864.6239

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

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TOWNHOUSES

Bachelors .... from $547/mo.

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

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

with 1 YEAR LEASE....

GET 12th MONTH FREE!!!

No Pets. Written ref’s required.

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

33298 Robertson Ave.

Call 604-826-7880

TRANSPORTATION

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

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

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

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AUTO FINANCING

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1974 18’ CLASS C MOTORHOME. Great condition.

100,000 miles. Original owner.

Asking $3,300. Call 604-6256959.

ABBOTSFORD 1 bdrm on main flr Sumas Way nr DQ. Avl. now. N/P. N/S. 604-870-4681, 778-245-4681

752

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.

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

33405 Bourquin Place

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

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

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

Website: www.mainst.biz Abbotsford - Walk to Everything!

Renovated or Upgraded suites, 3 appliances, Balconies, In-suite storage 1-Bd fr $675; 2-Bd fr $875.

Call Park Lane Manor to view: 604-615-5402 or 778-344-2787 ALMOST 1300 sq. ft. of living space with in suite laundry, hardwood floors etc. 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Contact me for more info by text (778) 808-8085 or email Sman28@lycos.com.

2 underground car stalls are included in rent. $1100 includes all utilities.

Contact Sean for more info.

ABBOTSFORD 4bdrm farm house suitable for office space AVAIL NOW close to Whatcom Rd $1350/mo w/barn that needs repair for add $400/mo 604-851-5901

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

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

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

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CARS - DOMESTIC

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

ABBOTSFORD, 33888 Mayfair, Unit C, 4/bdrm, 3 level, 2100 sq ft.

1.5 baths, $1250/mo. Avail now.

604-557-0411 or 604-807-3294.

MISSION DUPLEX 3 bdrm 1.5 bath, 4 appli, ldry rm, carport. Sm pet ok. Avail now. $1100. 604-8509477

736

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

HOMES FOR RENT

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

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

Abbotsford - 2094 Bakerview St Clearbrook area - 3 bdrm rancher, nice & clean, on large lot, h/w floors throughout, carport, large b/yard, storage $1300/mo

Plus more to choose from!

Call Adrian Gagner or Pat Robinson (604)826-2699 Homelife Glenayre Realty Canadian 1st Realty

1998 FORD CONTOUR GL 4dr 2.5L V6 auto p/dr p/w 155,000K $1700. 604-853-8976

2000 FORD FOCUS wagon.

Aircared, no accidents.

147,000 kms.

Automatic. $3,000. Call 604-852-5163

1997 ARCTIC CAT Powder Special. Excellent condition.

580cc. 1 owner. $1850. obo.

Call (604)850-1381

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

2003 ARCTIC CAT Z440.

Fancooled snowmobile. Electric start, reverse, 121” track, twin carbs, 50 original miles $2,800. obo. (604)850-7381 Ask for Dave.

ABBOTSFORD 33795 Mayfair Ave. 2 bdrm. Newly reno’d. Fncd bkyrd.

5 appls. Avail now. NS / NP. $900.

604-859-1996, 604-217-9273 ABBOTSFORD Angus Campbell Rd 4 bdrm., 3 bath farm house. $1700.

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

ABBOTSFORD west. 4bdr, 2bth, lrg yrd. 2f/p’s. Dec. 1. W/D h/ups.. $1325/mo. n/s, n/p. 604-859-4217.

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

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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1991 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER, V6, runs great, aircared, 2 new spares on rims. $800. obo. (604)855-6170

TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:

1996 FORD CONTOUR 4dr auto fully loaded ST#305 THIS WEEK $999 1997 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto Aircare ST#323 $2700 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr sedan Aircared st#310 $1495

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 2009 CHEV IMPALA 4dr auto fully loaded ST#325 $8,900 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 2000 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr auto sdn a/c runs good st#302 $3500 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4dr sdn auto Aircare low km st#313 $3800 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 $6900 2007 FORD FUSION 4dr sdn aotu full load Aircare st#321 $7,900 04 JEEP LIBERTY 4X4 auto Aircared ST#319 $7900 04 AUDI A4 4dr sdn, auto leather Aircared ST#320 $8800

DL#9912

SUITES, UPPER

MISSION / HATZIC. Cls to school.

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

TRANSPORTATION

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

2007 FORD F150 reg cab V6 auto long box ST#205 $8,900 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 2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab 4X4 auto diesel only 156K st#17 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto long box only 160Km st#310 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto full loaded long box st#311 $15,900 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

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UTILITY TRAILERS

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

THE 6TH ANNUAL FRASER VALLEY AUTO MALL FOOD BANK DRIVE INVITES YOU TO OPEN YOUR HEART AND DONATE GENEROUSLY There are many easy ways to be part of this drive for 2012. You still have until December 14th to drop off your non-perishable food items at any of the 8 dealerships at the Fraser Valley Auto Mall.

Abbotsford Fire & Rescue Auxiliaries will be on-hand at PriceSmart of South Fraser Way on the morning of December 15th to collect the last of the food items prior to joining the convoy to the Abbotsford Food Bank.

A20 Abbotsford News Friday, December 7, 2012

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