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NHL’s return sparks relief, cool optimism Businesses expect to beneﬁt; Heat players will be recalled to league

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The tentative deal still needs to be ratified, and schedules for training camps and games have yet to be set, but 113 days after the labour battle began, the National Hockey League and its players association finally struck a new collective bargaining agreement. There is no guarantee that hockey fans – many of whom were angered by the NHL’s fourth work stoppage since 1992 – will come running back. But in Abbotsford, there was a sense of relief and cautious optimism among those impacted by the league’s impending return, from local businesses who rely on pro hockey’s popularity to draw customers, to Abbotsford Heat players who will soon be headed to the NHL. Paul Esposito Sr., owner of Finnegan’s Pub & Grill, said business dropped as hockey fans stayed home. While Esposito said the lockout impacted business, he felt it affected fans more. “People feel robbed. Now do they really want to support the NHL?” But he thinks fans will eventually be ready for the return of hockey. “The enthusiasm will come back. Maybe not immediately. “Our TVs are going to be turned on to the Canucks. We’re glad to see the puck is soon to drop.” Randy Bishop, owner of Mad Dog’s Source for Sports in downtown Abbotsford, said his store also felt the lockout. In a normal year, he Continued on A3

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Heat centre Ben Street fires a shot at Rochester Americans goalie David Leggio on Saturday at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre. Street is likely to be recalled by the Calgary Flames for training camp now that the NHL lockout is over.

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The majority of homes in the Abbotsford area have either remained the same in value or dipped slightly, according to 2013 figures released by BC Assessment last week. More than 189,000 property owners throughout the Fraser Valley can expect to receive their 2013 assessment notices in the next few days. “Most homes in the Fraser Valley are remaining stable compared to last year’s assessment roll,” said John Green, deputy assessor. While overall the Fraser Valley’s assessment roll increased from $87.5 billion last year to $89 billion this year, the majority of growth was due to subdivisions, rezoning and new construction. Assessments are based on perceived value of a home and property as of July 1, 2012. A typical single-family home in Abbotsford dropped in assessed value from $425,000 in 2012 to $420,000 in 2013. Abbotsford apartments dipped from $186,000 to $180,000 while a typical townhouse assessment remained the same at $269,000. In Mission, the results were similar as a typical single-family home remained the same at $338,000 while apartments and townhouses both dropped – $178,000 to $173,000 and

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$175,000 to $172,000 respectively. These figures are based on a typical home, not an average of all homes, explained Green. “We pick a typical home and try to follow it through the marketplace and compare it from this year to last year.” He said they use this process because larger properties with big acreage can skew the average numbers. Owners of commercial and industrial properties in the Fraser Valley will typically see changes ranging from plus or minus five per cent. Overall, Abbotsford’s total

property value now sits at $20.2 billion, up slightly from $20.19 billion last year, while Mission rose to $5.7 billion from $5.67 billion in 2012. The highest assessed property in Abbotsford this year hit the $2.4-million mark. That does not include properties containing farm use lands. The highest assessed home in Mission was worth $1.8 million. Last year, Abbotsford’s highest assessed home came in at $4.9 million, but Green said that property likely didn’t have farm class last year, but does now.

“That kind of happens sometimes with higher end properties. Typically they are on acreage and if the property owner meets the requirement for farm class, then it comes off our top value property list.” Farm class land values are not assessed at market values, like most properties. They are assessed at a set rate based on the agricultural production qualities of the land. Green said property owners who feel that their assessment does not reflect market value as of July 1, 2012 should visit www.bcassessment.ca for answers to common questions or to find comparable sales and assessment information. Anyone who notices incorrect information or has further questions should contact the assessment office as soon as possible. Property owners who still have concerns can submit a notice of complaint (appeal) by Jan. 31, for an independent review by a Property Assessment Review Panel, which is independent of BC Assessment. The Fraser Valley assessment office is located at suite 240, 31935 South Fraser Way in Abbotsford. During January, office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. Property owners can contact BC Assessment toll-free at 1-866-825-8322 or via www. bcassessment.ca.

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sells about $25,000 worth of NHL jerseys. This year, he moved about $600 worth. “If you’re not watching hockey, you’re not going to put on a jersey.” Bishop doesn’t think the return of the NHL will have fans rushing out to buy merchandise right away, at least not until the playoffs. “There’s a bad taste in people’s mouths,” he said. “I think it’s going to have a longlasting effect.” Other businesses weren’t impacted by the lockout to the extent they’d expected. Trevor MacKay, manager at Cheers Bar and Grill in Abbotsford, was surprised to find that business was comparable to the year before. “It was actually helpful to our business,” said MacKay, who speculated that more people are staying home to watch the NHL on TV in high definition instead of heading to a bar. “Without hockey, people were getting stir-crazy and wanted to get out.” MacKay said he expects business to stay steady at first, then pick up during the

NHL post-season. averaged in 2011-12. “People are still mad,” he said. “But it’ll But while the lockout benefitted the come back for the playoffs.” Heat, it hasn’t manifested itself on a In the Heat locker room, there was a steady game-to-game basis. Rather, the sense of excitement. boost came in the form of occasional Sven Baertschi, the Calgary Flames’ attendance spikes – most notably, backtop prospect, would have to-back sellouts on Nov. 9-10 versus the likely started this sea- Oklahoma City Barons, a team stacked son in the NHL if not with young NHL stars. Aside from those for the lockout. He two outliers, the Heat’s average crowd got the news of the was 3,417. NHL’s return early So while the lockout may not have MOLRINEE Sunday morning been the Heat’s salvation, the NHL’s ON ws.com via email. return isn’t likely to have a massive abbyne “I almost couldn’t negative impact either, according to believe it at the start, team president Ryan Walter. ESPOSITO because it’s been such a “We’ll see how it plays out,” Walter said. grind (with the negotia- “We certainly saw some increase, espetions),” Baertschi, 20, said with a grin. cially around the Oklahoma City games. “But it’s great. Hockey’s back. That, to me, was all lockout. It was NHL “Hopefully I’ll get invited to camp and in Abbotsford, basically, and to have those get this thing started.” two sellouts was wonderful. The Heat got an attendance boost in the “But other than the Oklahoma City absence of NHL hockey, drawing an aver- games, I’m not sure it had a huge upside. age of 3,819 fans over the course of 18 And I’m not sure (the NHL’s return) is home games this season. That represents going to have a huge downside. We’re a 7.7 per cent increase over the 3,545 they growing the business in Abbotsford...”

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Abby police form own ERT Municipal emergency response team dissolved MacDonald said the APD chose to go with its own officers, rather The Municipal than contracting out Integrated Emergency the services, because it Response Team already had a number (MIERT) has disbandof trained and qualified ed, and the Abbotsford personnel. Police Department The APD emergency (APD) will now operate response team (ERT) its own unit. consists of 17 members, The move took effect and about 10 of them Jan. 1, resulting in the will require additional four MIERT partners – File photo training. Abbotsford, Delta, New Westminster and Port Abbotsford Police will buy out its MIERT partners to The members will mainly work at regular Moody – coming up obtain this armoured vehicle. policing duties but will with alternative plans. MIERT, often referred to by the public as the be called in as needed to perform ERT tasks. MacDonald said the costs are coming out of SWAT team, was formed in 2003 to respond the existing police budget, as are the funds to to high-risk situations in all four cities. These included drug busts, gang-related arrests and buy out from the other partners, at a depreciated value, MIERT’s BearCat G3 armoured armed stand-offs. The team was composed of officers from each vehicle, purchased in 2010 for $322,000. At that time, the APD paid about 40 per cent of the participating municipal police departof the costs for the vehicle, which was based in ments. APD Const. Ian MacDonald said Abbotsford Abbotsford. “You will not see any additional costs (from had the highest number of incidents involvthe ERT) passed on to the taxpayers. It’s ing MIERT and paid the largest portion of the more of a challenge to us to make it work,” costs, at between 40 and 50 per cent. He said the demand for MIERT dates back MacDonald said. He said Abbotsford having its own ERT to the city’s gang problem, most prominent in 2008 and 2009, and to pro-active policing that will benefit the community with faster response times in emergency high-risk situinvolved a high number of drug warrants. ations. MIERT worked well in Abbotsford, he said. The Delta Police Department is using a hy“We didn’t really see a downside … The team brid of its own team and Vancouver’s, while did an exceptionally good job.” But with some or all of the other departments Port Moody is using Vancouver’s ERT. New Westminster has opted to use the wanting other options, Abbotsford was forced to RCMP’s ERT, saving about $100,000 a year come up with its own plan. compared to what it was paying with MIERT. Vikki HOPES

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in the gallery. He later plained to media why was there. “If we can raise awareness of bullying and cyber crime, that’s great,” he said. As to what he thinks should happen to people convicted of cyber crimes, “That’s up for the courts to decide … If it happens to you, you kind of have inside scoop to it.”

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Long surrendered to police in Abbotsford in early December, following an investigation by the Vancouver Police Department (VPD). The VPD was contacted last March with a complaint that Jepsen’s computer had been hacked. Police identified a ASHWORTH suspect in July after fake online images an and a phony sex tape were released online.

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The federal Crown has filed a notice of appeal against pot activist Tim Felger’s acquittal on drug charges. The notice was filed Dec. 21 with the B.C. Court of Appeal. A date has not yet been set to determine whether the appeal should be granted. Felger, 55, was acquitted Dec. 10 in B.C. Supreme Court in Chilliwack of seven charges – six counts of trafficking in a controlled substance

and one count of possession for the purpose of trafficking. Justice Brian Joyce threw out all the evidence, saying a 2009 police search of Felger’s Da Kine store – located at that time on Essendene Avenue in Abbotsford – breached his charter rights. Joyce said police had trespassed on Felger’s property by ignoring signs he had posted that stated “no member of the Abbotsford Police Department is allowed onto this premise without a warrant.”

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In the notice of appeal documents, the Crown states that Joyce erred when he said Felger was entitled to an “expectation of privacy” at his business and that his charter rights were breached. If the appeal is granted, a hearing would take place to determine whether Felger’s acquittal should be set aside and a new trial ordered. If the appeal is dismissed, the acquittal would stand, but the Crown could pursue the matter through the Supreme Court of Canada.

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Two purse snatchings at gas stations Police warn drivers to be careful of valuables when filling up

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Abbotsford Police are warning motorists to be cautious of their valuables, following two purse BUSINESS

snatchings at gas stations on New Year’s Eve. The first one took place at about 3 p.m. in the 2000 block of Sumas Way. A woman who had RESIDENTIAL

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MacDonald said surveillance video is not available from that incident, but given the similar circumstances and the time frame, it is believed the same suspect was involved. Anyone with information is asked to call the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225.

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A man found dead in a Langley Township house on Dec. 31 and the man charged with his murder were friends, a police spokesperson said last week. The victim has been identified as 40-year-old Cloverdale resident Cole Adam Manning. The suspect, 24-year-old Jason Terrence Brewer, has been charged with second-degree murder and was scheduled to appear before a Surrey provincial court judge Wednesday afternoon. Police have not released the cause of death. Brewer is said to be known to police. “The victim and suspect are believed to be friends,” said Sgt. Jennifer Pound, speaking for the regional Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT). The motive for the murder is still under investigation, Pound

added, but police have ruled out gang involvement. Langley RCMP were called about a body in a basement of a house in the 19800 block of 69 Avenue around 7:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 31. Police said a suspect was quickly identified and an alert was issued. A man was arrested on 264 Street near 48 Avenue in Aldergrove less than two hours later by police from Abbotsford and RCMP from Langley. There was what IHIT Insp. Amrik Virk called a “short” pursuit that ended with police vehicles forcing the suspect’s vehicle off the road. At least one cruiser, an RCMP vehicle, was damaged, Virk said. He said police would like to thank members of the general public who offered to use their personal airplanes to assist with locating the suspect. “We called the

Langley airport and we asked for any aircraft or helicopters that were in the air that could assist us,” Virk told reporters. “We had a number of calls from owners of private aircraft ready to take off and ready to assist us and we had a

ing, ‘We’re ready to take off, what do you want us to do?’” The house where the body was discovered is located in a neighbourhood of recently built homes. At least one neighbour said it was a shared house. Prior to this inci-

dent, Brewer was already going through the court system on another matter. The provincial court database indicates that he is slated to go on trial in Surrey, starting Feb. 5, on two counts of criminal negligence causing bodily harm

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Governments reach deeper

It’s a new year, and that means that all levels of government have their hands in your pockets a little more deeply than in 2012. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation sent out a press release last week outlining just how much additional pocket-picking is coming our way in 2013. The most substantial, and perhaps the most unfair, is the boost in Medical Services Plan premiums. These premiums will go up by $60 per family this year, and have now risen 24 per cent ($300 per family) in three years – far more than the rate of inflation. This boost in MSP fees was first brought in by the provincial government to help deal with its deficit, and it has since discovered that it’s a tax boost that causes minimal political trouble. The federal government doesn’t get off scot-free. As of Jan. 1, premiums for Employment Insurance are ris-

ing, and so are contributions to the Canada Pension Plan. While contributors will get their CPP contributions back eventually if they retire and collect CPP, the same cannot be said for EI. A small portion of the population actually collects it, but all working people and employers pay dearly. The local municipal government will boost property taxes by two per cent this year. The province is facing a massive deficit and claims it will bring in a balanced budget, so that means all kinds of potential tax increases. And in the meantime, BC Hydro, controlled by the province, is raising rates by almost four per cent on April 1. One thing is certain – governments have an insatiable appetite for our money. While much of the money they take goes to useful services, there is plenty of room for better management and for minimal tax increases. – The Langley Times

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Other Hand I’m not certain which was the most thrilling on Monday: learning the NHL was back on track, or that it was my first “garbage day” in more than three weeks. With about a dozen recycling bags and a huge can overflowing with black sacks, I think the sight of the big blue disposal unit took the cake. At least now I have part of my half of the garage back, and the dead possum discovered on the back lawn over the weekend was beginning, despite my clogged nasal passages, to ‘turn.’ I was, I have to confess, a little torn over what to do with the corpse … bury it, put it into the compostable kitchen waste, a blue recycling bag or smuggle it in with the garbage? Needless to reveal, the deceased possum is no longer a problem, nor is the

issue of kitchen waste disposal … that goes into a hole/mound of earth in a corner of the field. Yet, despite the fact that I, and I’m told, most residents of the rural quarters of our fine city compost our scraps, once a week a disposal truck will pointlessly, but likely at great expense, drive by. I am not, however, discouraging people from recycling their kitchen and yard waste because we, the taxpayers, need it since the city has committed to supply a private company with 7,000 tons of the stuff each year. We fall short of that volume, it will be tax dollars that are recycled … sort of like the Heat contract! Then again, that quantity might be met if the city allowed free dumping of Christmas trees and yard waste which, thanks to many cretins, are often disposed of along roadsides throughout the rural area (though I think the Christmas tree dumped on the sidewalk in front of Ledgeview Golf Course gives new meaning to the word ‘crass.’) Granted, this sort of trash is biodegradable – over a generation or two

– but it is both illegal and unsightly. Of course, those who dump that stuff, and assorted couches and mattresses, don’t give a damn about anyone else so long as it isn’t cluttering their neighbourhood. Nor probably would they care about, or bother to seek

It’s the same sort of attitude that caused all the havoc on the Port Mann Bridge last week. out, a proper disposal facility, free or otherwise. It’s the same sort of attitude that caused all the havoc on the Port Mann Bridge last week. They’re in a hurry, they don’t think, and it’s everyone else’s fault but their own when they get in accidents. What part of winter and the bridge shrouded in fog don’t they get? Slow down folks!

Virtually every bridge and overpass gets slippery this time of year, especially those crossing large bodies of water. The air chills the deck, the water vapour enfolding it freezes, and unless you drive to conditions, accidents occur. I also wonder why some drivers appear to pay no attention to the little temperature sensors most vehicles have these days, that not only let you know how cold it is, also flash “ice!” Or why few people here in what they think is “Lotus Land” don’t ever bother with winter tires, or think that just because there’s a badge or decal on the side of their vehicle that says 4x4, they’re safe at any speed. Until the NHL gets back into full swing, Canucks eventually make the playoffs and the sunshine returns (probably some time in June), anyone crossing the Port Mann, or any other bridge in this province, needs to exercise both diligence and caution. Only then should it be crossed off the list as potentially “the world’s widest skating rink.”

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Three recipients of the Christmas cards sent to gangsters by the Abbotsford Police Department have responded to say the initiative was a good idea. Const. Ian MacDonald said the APD did not receive any negative comments from the 70 recipients. “ O p e r a t i o n Resolution” involved cards being sent to prolific offenders, property offenders and people known for drug and gang activity in Abbotsford. The front of the card featured Police Chief Bob Rich dressed in a Santa costume, decked out in tactical gear and carrying an assault rifle. The inside encouraged the recipient to “choose a new and better life” in 2013. A phone number

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was provided that “Thank you for the would lead callers to card. Best wishes to a recorded greeting, all of you and have a encouraging them happy new year.” to leave their Another contact inperson had formation so a phone conthat someone versation to from the APD say he had a could follow criminal and up with them. drug past MacDonald and wanted said the three to thank the respondent s APD for sendmACDonAlD included one ing out the man who card. sent a card back The third response to the department was an email from with this message: a wife of one of the

card recipients. She said she and her husband applauded the department for its innovative idea, and her husband wished that he had someone in his life years ago who would have encouraged him to make better choices. MacDonald said the response from the public was also mainly favorable, with about 85 per cent voicing positive comments. The two main criticisms were the depiction of Santa toting a gun and the cost to taxpayers. MacDonald said the department knew the image might grab some attention, which was the whole idea. “The image was always intended for adult respondents. We weren’t doing the cover of a children’s book.” He said the total cost was $325.

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An Abbotsford couple who set out for a sunny day hike on Sumas Mountain had to be rescued Wednesday night after they got lost. The 21-year-old woman and 22-year-old man left on the snowy walk at about noon. Abbotsford Police Const. Ian MacDonald said they had no provisions with them, except their cellphones and a flashlight. At about 3:30 p.m., the pair lost their bearings and tried to use their phones to pinpoint their location. One phone had no signal, and the other one had an

intermittent signal but the battery was dying. Just after 5:30 p.m., the couple reached 911, and the Abbotsford Police Department was dispatched to the scene. The Air 1 police helicopter was also called in, as was a team from Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue, and a K9 unit. MacDonald said rescuers spent 90 minutes trying to track down the pair. Sirens were blasted along the way so that the two could indicate when the sound drew closer. MacDonald said the rescue was complicated by snow and ice in the area, mak-

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For Deesh Sekhon of Abbotsford, the moment she realized she could no longer remain quiet may have been triggered by a documentary, but the roots of her discontent go back much further. For more than a year now, Sekhon has been crusading on behalf of the rights of girls facing infanticide in India and China. More accurately, Sekhon describes it as gendercide – the title of Mary Ann Warren’s 1985 book – that has come to categorize China’s one-child policy or in countries where male children are prized and baby girls are discarded. The cultural acceptance and willingness to mute the conversation is the focus of the acclaimed documentary It’s a Girl. Shot in India and China, the film not only depicts the struggle facing women and young girls, but looks for ways to change age-old traditions in which females are viewed with little regard. After seeing the heart-wrenching documentary, Sekhon decided to take action. It started with her initial fundraising efforts, through which she collected more than 170 pounds of items for her Save a Girl Clothing and Supplies Drive in January 2012. The items were delivered by family members to the New Unique Home For Girls in Jalandhar, India in March. Then she started the GirlKind Foundation, a charitable and non-profit organization with a goal to raise awareness for abandoned and orphaned girls in impoverished countries like India and China, as well as generate funds to support care homes for children and mothers trying to break a cycle of violence. Sekhon has launched a new website, www. girlkind.org, along with hosting screenings of It’s a Girl, most recently in Vancouver. The documentary that placed Sekhon on her journey certainly plays a key role in her newfound activism. But the seed was planted when she was just a little girl. Around the age of nine, her much older sister reminded her of the day she was born. Quite matter of factly, her sister told her everyone was crying. “I was really mad, I was really choked,” explained an emotional Sekhon. Describing herself as the perfect daughter who did what she was told, never rebelled, Sekhon went look-

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ing for an explanation. “I went and marched over to my mom, and said, ‘I don’t care if the whole world was crying, but did you cry? Did you cry when I was born?’ ” Sekhon said her mother made herself busy and evaded the question. But the nine-yearold persisted and her mother finally relented. “For a mom, a child is a child, no matter what,” she recalls her mother’s explanation. “If you were a boy or girl, I was going to love you regardless, it makes no difference. However, when the community, the environment and the people around you are sad, you tend to have the same feelings. And because I wasn’t strong, I cried.” Sekhon doesn’t pretend to be a victim like the girls she so wants to help. Her parents didn’t commit the unthinkable act of infanticide, based solely on her being a girl. She wasn’t sent away to live with a relative or given up for adoption, but the underlying fact remains that a community was sad upon her birth. And it’s that notion that she hopes to change. “If it helps to save one girl, then we’ve accomplished what we set out to do. If we can empower a woman who’s sitting at home pregnant, and hoping it’s a boy this time Continued on A14

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to the future to change a world where her now two-year-old son won’t grow up with the preconceived notions that cost young women equality, and in so many cases, their lives, her journey has not been without its critics. She has met opposition to her work over the past year. People ask her to be quiet, and not bring shame to their communities. But it’s precisely this attitude she hopes to overcome – to put the burden of responsibility on the shoulders of people, government and law officials that do nothing to stop the violence. “This problem isn’t going to go away in 20 years. But if we start today, maybe in 100 years it won’t be there. It’s going to take time. But if we start heading in the right direction we can make a difference.”

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Rape victim vigil The GirlKind Foundation held a candlelight vigil in Abbotsford on Sunday, Dec. 30 in response to the gang rape and death of a young woman in Delhi, India. The 23-year-old medical student was raped on Dec. 16 by several men on a bus, beaten with iron bars and then thrown out of the moving vehicle. She later died from her injuries in Singapore. The vigil in Abbotsford was held outside of city hall. “We came together as one to pledge to fight for the safety and security of every girl and woman in honour of all the lives lost due to violence against women and girls,” said Deesh Sekhon, director of GirlKind Foundation. Sekhon recently formed the foundation in response to girls in India who are abandoned or killed because of their gender. Her goal is to combat gender discrimination and raise awareness about the issue. Visit girlkind.org for more information.

Convicted murderer dies in prison Frank Wilson was serving a life sentence

An inmate who was serving time for killing a woman in Kamloops in 1998 has died of apparent natural causes at Pacific Institution in Abbotsford. Correctional Service Canada (CSC) reported last week that Frank Wilson, 79, died Dec. 28 following a lengthy illness in the institutional

hospital. Don Hahn, acting assistant warden, said as in all cases where a person dies in custody, the police and coroner have been notified. In addition, the CSC will review the circumstances surrounding the death. Wilson was serving

a life sentence for the second-degree murder of Yvette Paul, 33. Wilson was the manager of a Kamloops apartment building, where Paul was living at the time. Wilson stalked her for several months before slashing her throat and striking her in the head. He was arrested at the

scene. The judge at his sentencing hearing described the attack as “brutal and vicious.” Wilson was charged with first-degree murder, but pleaded guilty to the lesser offence. He was sentenced in January 1999 to life in prison with no chance of parole for 15 years.

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Abbotsford Heat head coach Troy Ward is an early riser, so he was aware sooner than most that the NHL lockout was essentially over. When the league and its players association finally reached an accord on a new collective bargaining agreement Sunday morning, Ward also realized his job was about to get a lot more complicated in a hurry. The specifics are still hazy at this point, but later this week or early next, the best players on the Heat roster will be summoned t o Calgary for an abbreviated training WARD c a m p with the Flames. The ECHL’s Utah Grizzlies will in turn be pillaged for players to fill in with Abbotsford. Roughly a week after that, the Heat will get some – but not all – of their players back from Calgary. Ward’s controlled environment is going to be topsy-turvy, but he doesn’t mind. He’s elated for his high-end players, who now have a shot at playing in the NHL. And he relishes the challenge of trying to navigate uncertain circumstances. “I accept the pressure of strategically trying to figure this out,” he enthused following Monday morning’s practice. “It’s the biggest thrill I have as a coach – putting together a depleted lineup and seeing how well we can play. “It makes it tougher down here, but it’s going to be tough on everybody else (in the AHL), too. Everybody’s in the same boat, and the quality of depth in organizations will show up at this time.” Ward said he hasn’t received any indication to this point as to when training camps would start or how many Heat players would be involved. The details should begin to emerge Wednesday, when the NHL’s

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Heat defenceman T.J. Brodie, pictured above battling for the puck with Rochester’s Nick Tarnasky, is likely ticketed for Calgary Flames training camp later this week.

Board of Governors meets in New York to vote on ratifying the new CBA. “My guess is, we’ll know more Thursday,” he said. “I don’t think any camp would start, from what I’ve been told, until Saturday. That’s the earliest, and some people say it may wait until

Monday.” Forwards Sven Baertschi and Roman Horak and defenceman T.J. Brodie are locks to be recalled for training camp, and goalie Leland Irving is expected to battle Henrik Karlsson for the backup job behind Miikka Kiprusoff. Irving has been the

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Ben Street will also be invited to training camp, while blueliner Steve McCarthy is likely to be signed to a player tryout contract. Other Heat players who suited up for NHL games last season include Krys Kolanos, Paul Byron, Akim Aliu and Greg Nemisz. Baertschi, the 20-year-old Swiss phenom who was the Flames’ first-round pick in the 2011 draft, may well have played his last game in Abbotsford. He was thrilled that the NHL and NHLPA had finally settled their differences. “It’s been such a crazy roller-coaster, up and down, and I got really excited when I heard they got the deal done,” said Baertschi, who posted 18 points in 21 games with the Heat this season. “Hopefully I’ll get invited to camp and get this thing started. I don’t want to jinx anything, though – I haven’t heard anything yet.” Compared to the wunderkid Baertschi, Street’s path in pro hockey has been anything but straightforward. The 25-year-old centre from Coquitlam wasn’t drafted at all – he signed a two-way AHL/ECHL contract out of the University of Wisconsin and spent his first two pro seasons with the ECHL’s Wheeling Nailers and the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguins. After leading WilkesBarre/Scranton with 57 points in 71 games in 2011-12, he landed his first NHL deal from the Flames last summer. Thus, the upcoming training camp represents his first realistic shot at cracking a big-league roster. “That dream you have as a kid of playing in the NHL is coming closer,” said Street, who leads the Heat with 25 points and also leads the AHL in shots on goal with 139. “All the stuff with the lockout is out of your control. Now that there is a season and there’s going to be games played, I can control getting myself there and hopefully try to get a spot. “I feel like I’ve put myself in a decent

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Heat forward Max Reinhart battles along the boards with Rochester’s Marcus Foligno on Saturday.

spot with what we’ve done here.” n The end of the lockout – and ensuing roster flux – comes just as the Heat seemed to be turning the corner after a December slump. After going 3-7-3 in their last 13 games of 2012, Ward’s crew

put together a pair of dominant efforts on home ice vs. the Rochester Americans on the weekend. On Friday, the Heat mounted a 50-shot attack, but were unfortunate to come out on the wrong end of a 5-2 score. Amerks goalie David Leggio stood

on his head, making 48 saves, while Abbotsford’s shooters struggled to finish around the net. Max Reinhart and Ben Walter scored thirdperiod goals in the losing effort. On Saturday, the Heat carried the play in similar fashion, but they were a little more clinical around the cage. Street scored twice and Tyler Ruegsegger added a single, and Taylor made 17 saves in a 3-1 victory. “We were pretty frustrated as a group coming in this morning,” Street said, alluding to Friday’s snakebitten performance. “It was nice that a few of those pucks found the back of the net for us.” n Up next for the Heat is a FridaySaturday set vs. the Chicago Wolves (the Vancouver Canucks’ affiliate). The puck drops at 7 p.m. both nights at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre.

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Fairfax Lions of Los Angeles (who also attended the Snowball in 2011) will take on a strong field of Canadian teams. Three of B.C.’s top 10 AAA squads (No. 2 Yale, No. 6 Kelowna and No. 7 St. George’s) and two honourable mentions (W.J. Mouat and Burnaby South) will be in attendance, along with Manitoba’s No. 2-ranked AAAA team, the Oak Park Raiders of Winnipeg. Lenz said it’s exciting that Fairfax, a Nike-sponsored program which has won a pair of California 1A state titles in the past decade, is coming back for a second run at the Snowball title. “I think it’s a fantastic field,” he said. For a complete Snowball schedule, visit abbynews.com.

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BJORN Ruth Mrs. Ruth Bjorn, late of Abbotsford, BC, passed away and was promoted to Glory on January 5, 2013 at the age of 84 at Bevan Lodge. She is survived by loving husband Alfred, 6 children: Erik (Joy), Gerda (Frank), Tina (Peter), Arne (Lois), Chris (Jen) and Kerry and their families. She was predeceased by an infant son. Ruth was born in Denmark and in 1957 immigrated to Canada with Alfred and family where they made BC their home. Ruth loved gardening and family time. She will be missed. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 1:00 pm at Central Heights Manor at 33535 King Road, Abbotsford, BC. The family would like to thank the staff at Bevan Lodge and Doctors J. Chan and Park for their incredible care. Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com

Paula passed away peacefully at the Cottage Pavilion on Christmas Day at the age of 87. She was predeceased by her first husband Herman in 1971. She leaves behind her loving husband Gordon and four sons, Richard Klassen (Marian), Randy Klassen, Ken Klassen (Diane) and Don Klassen (Angela). She loved bingo, Arizona in the winter and her 8 grandchildren plus 4 great grandchildren. We are grateful to the staff at the Cottage Pavilion. We are comforted that Paula is at peace, we will miss her and love her forever. A service will be held at St Annâ€™s Roman Catholic Church, 33333 Mayfair Ave., Abbotsford, BC on Thursday Jan. 10th, at 11:00 am. Those that new her come and visit and say goodbye. Online condolences to the family may be made to www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

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BRYAN Jeffrey Patrick On December 26, 2012, Jeff pased away from complications of the heart at home. Born in Lethbridge, Alberta in 1940, he moved to the Lower Mainland during the late 1950â€™s. After a brief stint in the Canadian Navy, Jeff went on to make a career with BC Tel, where he worked for 30+ years. Following his retirement from BC Tel, Jeffrey went to start his own company teaching WHMIS and the Transport of Hazardous Material until early 2010. Jeff is survived by his wife, Wendy, as well as his three children Jeffrey, Scott and Anne and 6 grandchildren. Condolences to the family may be made to: wandjbryan@hotmail.com

Mr. Lloyd Douglas Gratton of Abbotsford, BC, born in O u t l o o k , SK on September 1st, 1938, passed away on December 29, 2012 at the age of 74. He is survived by his loving wife Marie, sons Dean (Katarina), Neil (Jennifer) and daughter Stefanie (Garry) Dafoe, grandchildren Jeremy, Joel, Mikaela, Khiauna and Hannah and sister Marlene Marshall. Predeceased by his father Harvey Gratton and his mother Margaret Gervan. Lloyd was an employee of BC Hydro from 1972 to 1997 when he retired. A funeral and interment was held on January 3rd with

FRIESEN Katherine (Tena) Elisabeth Feb. 11, 1922 - Jan. 1, 2013 Tena passed away peacefully at the Menno Hospital surrounded by her children. She is predeceased by her husband Herb, son Bernie Friesen; brothers Paul Penner, Richard Penner; and sister Valida Deptuck. She is survived by sisters Mary Wiederspohn, Helen Dueck, Agnes Dueck, Betty Epp; brother Henry Penner; daughter Irene (Marvin) Rud; sons Daniel (Barb) Friesen, Robert (Doreen) Friesen, Richard (Mei-Yun) Friesen; 9 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren. Tena was born in Neuendorf, Russia and immigrated with her parents to Saskatchewan at age one and a half. Growing up in Waldheim, Saskatchewan, she attended Carmen School and in 1942 she married Herb Friesen who would be her soul mate for the next 67 years. They homesteaded in northern Saskatchewan, and worked in the Niagara region of Ontario, before settling in the Fraser Valley in Aldergrove. Together they built a house, carved a beautiful farm out of a dense forest and raised a family of 5 children. Herb & Tena retired to a comfortable home in Clearbrook while pursuing their love of travel before age took them to the Menno Home in Abbotsford. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00p.m. Jan. 11, 2013 at the Calvin Presbyterian Church, 2597 Bourquin Cres. E., Abbotsford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mennonite Benevolent Society or the Calvin Presbyterian Church. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com

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A longtime resident of Tabor Home, Hilda Langford passed away in her 100th year. She was born in Edenwold, SK. She is predeceased by her husband Russell in 1987 and son Dave in 2004. Survived by daughter Naomi (Cliff) Fischer of Maple Ridge, B.C. and son James Neil (Nancy) of Bellingham, WA; 10 grandchildren, 19 great - grandhcildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. Also by 3 sister-in-laws, Clara Baker and Margaret Baker of Abbotsford, Tillie Baker of Oliver, B.C. Hilda was the last surviving member of the Karl & Minnie Baker family, who farmed on the present location of UCFV. Baker House Student Residence is named after the Pioneer Family. Hilda & Russ Langford lived for many years in Bellingham, WA. A Celebration of Life will be held there on January 20th, 2013.

124 THIESSEN Anne Violet (nee Sawatsky) Thiessen, Mrs. Anne Violet, (nee, Sawatsky) late of Tabor Court, Abbotsford, B.C. passed away on January 4, 2013 at age 87 years. She was predeceased by her husbands, Jack DeFehr (1987), Ike Janzen and Nick Thiessen (2010) along with her siblings; Peter, Ike and Frieda. She is survived by her son Larry (Lyn) DeFehr, daughters Bonnie (Ed) Wedel and Wendy (Warren) Jones, grandchildren Jeremy (Renee), Corrie, Simon (Jen) and Kristy Wedel, and greatgrandchildren, Josiah, Ethan and Kaylee Wedel. Viewing will be held at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road on Wednesday, January 9th from 6 - 8 pm. A graveside service will be held at the Mennonite Cemetery on Maclure Road, Abbotsford on Thursday, January 10th at 11:00 am. The Memorial Service for Mrs. Anne Violet DeFehr Thiessen will be held Thursday, January 10th, 1:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford.

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HELP WANTED

Carson Air Group of Companies P/T Casual We have a current opening on our team and are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated Fueller. If you love aviation, physical activity, customer services & the outdoors, this job is for you! Requirements: Must have Class 3 & Class 1 Drivers License, Airbrake endorsement. Fax resumes to, 604-854-1285. Salary to commensurate w/exp. All short listed candidates will be contacted directly to arrange for an interview.

FARM WORKERS

Brilain Enterprises. 8 Seasonal Farm Workers will be needed to complete tasks needed to prepare crops for harvest and harvesting. This involves getting the fields clean by hoeing etc, and hand harvesting the crops. Crops include strawberries, raspberries, sweet corn, pickling cucumbers and pumpkins. Workers will also be needed to prepare packaging needed for bringing produce to market. Wage will be $10.25 per hour. Work site is located in Abbotsford. Please apply by emailing your resume: info@neufeldfarms.ca

Chilliwack Ford is seeking applicants for the position of temporary warranty clerk. This position will run for 12-14 months. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for the successful applicant. Wage is $18/hour plus benefits. Previous automotive service experience is strongly preferred but not essential. Please forward resumes to:

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Property Management Co. requires a Part-Time on-site Resident Caretaker for a small quiet building in Abbotsford BC . Duties will include, but are not limited to: *Rent collection *Scheduling showings *Janitorial work in/out of building Contact:info@capilanoproperty management.com or Fax: 604.688.7907 Attn: Conner

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FARM WORKERS

FARM WORKERS Dhillon Farm is looking for 2 F/T (40 hrs.) farm workers for planting, weeding, fertilize, cultivate, irrigation, pruning & harvest crops, other farm work etc. Wages $10.50/hr. Yr round work. E-mailresume rkdfarms377@gmail.com or fax 604-888-6095. LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB? Use bcclassified.com - Employment Section 100â€™s

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

These newly created positions require individuals with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals and groups. The successful candidates should have a college/university degree, strong computer skills in all Microsoft applications and be a highly motivated, self-starter. Exceptionally strong written and verbal English communications skills are essential.

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To review the complete job postings including application instructions visit our website at www.communityfutures.ca and click on Career or contact our office in Vancouver at: 1-604-685-2332 ext 225.

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FARM WORKERS Must have valid Class 5 Driverâ€™s Licence, and good English. Different shifts avail. Some shifts incl weekend work. All full-time. *Chicken Catchers, *Egg Collector, *Hatchery, and *Misc farm work.

Email: margaret@bradnerfarms.ca or Fax: 604-856-1341.

Now hiring F/T & P/T Servers & Hosts(esses) Apply within with resume: 33020 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford

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Now hiring bilingual person at 31313 Livingstone Ave Abbotsford. P/T and F/T shifts. Apply in person. NEED A CHANGE? Looking for work? www.dreamscreatethefuture.ca in the Provost region, workers of all kinds are needed now! Visit our website today for more information. CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 604-854-6397

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PROFESSIONAL SALES CONSULTANTS. Central Albertaâ€™s leading Ford dealer requires two professional sales associates to join our award winning team. Denham Ford is Canadaâ€™s most highly awarded Ford dealer. We maintain a large inventory of New & Used vehicles & friendly country atmosphere with big city sales volume. We are closed Sundays and all Statutory Holidays. We offer a competitive pay plan with an aggressive bonus structure, salary guarantee and moving allowance. Attention: Dean Brackenbury, GSM. Email: dbrackenbury@denhamford.com. Fax 780-352-0986. Toll free 1-800-232-7255.

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HELP WANTED

EV Logistics offers an attractive compensation package with an ability to earn up to $15.45 an hour and regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. We are now accepting applications for the position of part-time Warehouse Order Selector, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean, team-based environment. Successful applicants will be available for day, afternoon and weekend shifts, have reliable transportation (no public transit available), possess proficient English communication skills, and enjoy repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80lb cases of grocery products. We offer flexible work schedules (will include a minimum of 1 weekend day), and an excellent training program is provided. As one of the largest employers in the Fraser Valley, EV Logistics operates two distinct facilities - a 380,000 sq ft. refrigerated facility, and a 485,000 sq ft dry goods building - both facilities are located in the Glouchester Industrial Park (at the 264th St. exit off Hwy #1). Apply on-line at: www.evlogistics.com

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FARM WORKERS J GILL ENTERPRISES LTD. is looking for 4 F/T (40hrs) farm workers for planting, weeding, fertilize, cultivate, irrigation, winter pruning & harvest crops, other farm work etc. Wages $10.50 year round work. Punjabi or Hindi speaking is an asset. Email resume to: jgillenterprises@gmail.com or Phone: 604-832-1768

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WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTOR

Fortinâ€™s is a growing Auto/Industrial supply company and currently seeking a full-time counterperson in the Abbotsford location. The successful applicant must have a great attitude, love working with people, possess the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Please be prepared to work some or most weekends. We will offer some training but require that you have sales experience in the AUTOMOTIVE FIELD, are able to work with computers and have a knowledge of the automotive trade. We offer competitive wages and benefits depending on level of experience. Fax - 604-795-6050 e/mail - gordg@fortins.com

DOG HANDLER WANTED Large guard dog co. needs a F/T dog delivery person. Evening work, F/T 40+ hours/weekly. On the job training, but must have a good understanding of dogs, and no fear. Must have knowledge of driving in the Lower Mainland & Vancouver. Drivers Abstract needed. No criminal record, and be bondable. Call: 1-888-796-3647 and send resume to: action.dog@hotmail.com

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SERVERS required at Crossroads Restaurant. Drop resume off at 1821 Sumas Way. bcclassified.com 604-854-6397

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NAIL CARE PROFESSIONALS

WE are looking for a skilled and knowledgeable nail technician, If you are an energetic, motivated, caring, friendly and dedicated professional, please bring your resume to Pinkies Nail Studio or email pinkienail@live.ca

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LOGGING / PAYROLL CLERK

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SALES AUTO SALES PROFESSIONALS

2 experienced SALES PEOPLE required with positive attitudes. We provide an Excellent Pay Plan & Bonuses. In store training & large customer base. Great new & used vehicle inventory to sell. Please e-mail or fax resume: ned@abbynissan.com Fax: 604-857-1469

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JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta) needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25. $31./hour + bonus, benefits. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-854-2845; Email Chrysler@telusplanet.net.

EXP. COOK required immediately. FULL TIME. Apply in person to: Suishaya Japanese Restaurant, #260 - 32500 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford in Town Square Shopping Centre, or call 604-308-6823

PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.

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Electro-Mechanical Assembly and Repair Positions Cam Tran Pacific Ltd. is a leading manufacturer in the electrical utility industry. We are searching for reliable team players with a commitment to quality for day shift production line and repair positions at our Chilliwack, B.C., plant. Job requirements are a minimum Grade 12 or equivalent, fluent in English, and able to work in a fast paced, physically demanding production environment. Previous production team work or electro-mechanical assembly and LEAN/Team Improvement experience are assets. Skills including metal painting, welding/cutting, hand tools, or use of air powered hand tools will be used. We provide an excellent wage + production incentive and benefits package. If you are interested in joining our production team, email your covering letter, explaining how you match our needs, your Â resume and list of 3 past work history references to: ctpresume@camtran.com

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Jan. 16 &17 â€˘ 3 pm â€“ 5 pm We are Advanced Nutrients â€“ the worldâ€™s premier company making nutrient and supplement products for hydroponic gardeners. Our company is known as innovative and our products are powerful and uniquely effective. WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR: Production Workers â€˘ Inside Sales â€˘ Administration Software Developers â€˘ Accounts Receivable Please apply in person with your resume and 3 references we can contact. For more info on each position please go to www.advancednutrients.com/hydroponics/jobs

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

CLARK FREIGHTWAYS F/T Certiﬁed Commercial Transport Mechanic We are a growing, progressive and well respected carrier specializing in the transportation of perishable and dry freight, since 1957. Currently looking for a Full-time Certiﬁed Commercial Transport Mechanic. Must be physically fit and fluent in English. Ownership of basic tools required. We offer an attractive compensation package which includes a competitive wage commensurate with experience and group health benefits. Please forward your resume and cover letter to: hrfrt@telus.net or fax to 604-472-2136.

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PERSONAL CARE

REGISTERED FOOTCARE NURSE. Professional Mobile Nursing Footcare Service. *Corns? *Calluses? *Diabetic? Call Satinder, BSc LPN. (604)825-0989

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ABBOTSFORD. 32740 Pandora 5 bdrm. 3 baths. Rec room & family room. Near new hospital. 11,000 sq/ft lot. $354,900. Call 604-807-4829 “DREAM FOR SALE” QUESNEL 111 acres with log house. Has well & sewer. No hydro or phone lines. Located 65 kms South West of Quesnel. Year round creek & small lake. $127,000. Call Tom (250)249-5031

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MISC. WANTED

WANTED; 1970’s Dana 60 rear end for Ford truck. Also a meat slicer. Please call: (604)826-8125

www.baywest.ca ABBOTSFORD 1 & 2 Bdrm reno’d units available. Abby Glen Apts, 2959 Tims St. Call 778-880-0920.

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Wolf X Shepherd pups, $450. blk w/markings, view parents. chrisjo@telus.net or (604)869-2772

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

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

Call us for free information. Our friendly staff will review your options for dealing with unpaid bills.

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CANE CORSO MASTIFF all blues 6F, 2M, ultimate family guardian. Ready to go. $1000. (604)308-5665

German Shepherd/Lab pups, 1M/1F, both black, $200. (604)3162757. No Sunday calls

New Year Looking Bleak? Creditors Calling?

33781 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Wihnan Trustee Corp Trustees in Bankruptcy. Administrators of Consumer Proposals

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $700. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls

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

Cash same day, local office.

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

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

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SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

No Credit Checks!

(UNIQUE) RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 ~ In-suite shower #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

Borrow Up To $25,000

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

Specializing in Palm, Tarot Cards, Crystal Ball Readings. Reunites loved ones Solve all problems of life.

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PETS

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting, $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607

Own A Vehicle?

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Pad in Ruskin MHP. Pet & family OK! Rent $449/mo. New home $89,900. Chuck 604-830-1960.

ABBOTSFORD 2184 McKenzie Rd Spacious 1 & 2 bdrm from $575/mo H/w flrs. No dogs. Dirk 604-535-3475

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APARTMENT/CONDO

ABBOTSFORD. 1 bdrm. 1 small pet Near 7Oaks. Quiet adult bldg. Refs. Fresh paint, new floors. $730 incl util. N/S. Avail Feb. 1. 778-779-1951

ABBOTSFORD: 1 bdrm fr $600 & 2 bdrm from $720/mo. 30+. Under new management. Crime free bldg. Near UFV, hosp & walking dist. to shops. Strictly no drugs. Full size F/S D/W. All units renovated. Avail. immed. 604-615-9727 or 604-615-6502 ABBOTSFORD 33554 Switzer Ave 1 bdrm $625/mo, 2 bdrm $725/mo. Coin laundry on site 604-751-3885

Abbotsford Central Mountainview - Bakerview

THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

LET’S MAKE A DEAL NEW LOWER RENTS SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.

Phone 604-556-7705 ABBOTSFORD. Charlotte Manor. 2 bdrm. $750/mo incl hot water. Near rec center/bus. References. On duty manager. Call 604-864-8565

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APARTMENT/CONDO

ABBOTSFORD

MEADOWOOD Apartment & Townhouse Complex

604-853-0333

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

Apartments

Seniors Discount $25

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.

Townhouses 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets

3046 Clearbrook Road www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc ABBOTSFORD: Modern 1 bdrm apt top flr, 6 appl. Nr frwy, hosp & UFV. $830/mo hydro & hot water incl. Pet ok. Feb 1st. Call 604-308-7687

11 LOCATIONS

• Bachelor • 1 Bdrm. • 2 Bdrm. Inquire About Current Rental Incentives...

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

SENIORS DISCOUNTS Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.

Call 604-852-7350 ABBOTSFORD

Heat & Hot Water Included

Spacious Condos D D D D

Outdoor Pool Parking / Extra Storage Renovated 1 Cat Allowed

1 BDRMS from $625/mo. 2 BDRMS from $695/mo. 3 BDRMS. from $1050/mo. 1909 SALTON RD. Abbotsford

604-853-6620

Forest Village Apartments

HOMES FOR RENT

HOMES, CONDOS & TOWNHOUSES

Century 21 Ace Agenices Ltd. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

OFFICE/RETAIL ABBOTSFORD

Avail Feb 1st. $625/mo Triple Net.

TRANSPORTATION

HABITAT APARTMENTS

Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division MISSION HILLS:

APARTMENTS Large, Bright & Clean 2 Bdrms Avail

with 1 YEAR LEASE.... GET 12th MONTH FREE!!! No Pets. Written ref’s required.

Call 604-826-7880 MISSION. Reno’d. 1 bdrm. 7696 Grand St. On-site manager. $640 Avail. now. Call 604-287-6787; 778-552-1808. ABBOTSFORD

AVAILABLE 1 BDRM. $650/mo. Quiet building. Mostly Seniors. Includes heat, hot water & cable. NO PETS.

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Nicely Reno’d Concrete Bldg. Great Views of Mt. Baker Extra Large and Bright ✶ Heat and Hot Water Incl ✶ All suites sprinkler protected. Lrg patios, 2 elevators, lockers. Gated prk, Super Clean, N/P.

Call Dave @ 604-859-0482 33555 South Fraser Way Fraser Ridge is part of Abbotsford Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. MISSION: 33523 3rd Ave 1 bdrm $625 or 2 brm $725 Coin laundry on site. Call Steve 604-751-3885 MISSION Downtown 1br $595; cozy 2br $660 beaut bachelor $540. Deck Refs N/P 604-814-2435 MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $630 & 2 bds starting $750, 1.5 bth, h, h/w & prkg incl. Games rm Criminal Record check may be req. 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.

CO-OP RENTALS

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HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD 2633 JAMES ST. Avail Jan 15/Feb 1. 4 Bdrm house $1300/mo, no utilities, no pets. Can be used as legal office space as well. 604-583-6844, 604-809-7796 ABBOTSFORD. 3Bdr 2level home, garage, clean, new paint, all appls, nr park/mall. $1400. 604-807-1655 CLEARBROOK 2511 Stanley 3 bdm 2 ba. Nr all amen. Avl. now. Pet negot. 778-552-3396; 778-552-3395

MATSQUI 3 bdrm. rancher in country. 5 appl., new carpets & bathroom. Large yard. N/p. Ref’s. $1150/mo. ALSO AVAILABLE 2500 sq. ft. SHOP. $800/mo. Avail. now. 604-826-5184. No Sunday calls. RENTING 3 bedroom house, newly renovated w/ laundry. Looking for family oriented tenants. No smoking/no pets. 604-999-7711

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

ROYAL TRUST CORPORATION OF CANADA, Co-Executor BAKER NEWBY LLP Lawyers

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TRUCKS & VANS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

STORAGE

Re: The estate of IVA JEAN FERGUSON, deceased, formerly of 32014 Westview Avenue, Mission, British Columbia, V2V 1 X6.

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

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Creditors and others having claims against the estate of IVA JEAN FERGUSON are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator of the Estate 7330 Horne Street, Mission, BC, V2V 3Y6, on or before February 15, 2013 after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the administrator then has notice.

SUITES, LOWER

ABBOTSFORD. 1 bdrm. bsmt. suite in peaceful Clayburn Village. Unfurnished. Suit mature person. N/S. Pet optional. Avail now. $625 incl utils. 604-851-5440; 778-241-1434

2005 Toyota Tacoma Quad Cab, mint, only 118,000 km incl summer & winter wheels & tires, 6 speed manual trans, $18,900 OBO contact Ross @ 250 354-3384

.1.888.815.1314

ABBOTSFORD 1 Bdrm ste. Nr Townline. Utils & washer incl. Full bath w/tub. N/S, sm pet neg. Feb 1 (604)859-6500. ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. g/l. Central location. Owned by Christian family. Ns/np. Hydro, util & wifi incl. Feb. 1st. Rent negot. 604-853-0544

Administrator Marjorie Beth McDougall

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. McMillan area, dead end street, greenbelt at back, f/p. No parties. Ref’s. Ns/np. $825/mo. + 1/4 utils. 778-808-1123

ABBOTSFORD E. 2 Bdrm g/l on quiet CDS, gas F/P. $900 incl util, ldry, satelite TV. N/P. 604-852-1034 aft 5:30pm to view. ABBOTSFORD E. Studio suite. 3 pce bath, all appl., all utils. N/s, n/p, no drugs. 1/2 DD. Full parking off street. $600/mo. Want to lease. 604-504-3824 or 604-866-6446. ABBOTSFORD. Huge 2 bdrm. suite. Chase St., close to Rotary Stadium. Fully renovated, avail now. Ns/np. $700/mo. 778-241-7244

ABBOTSFORD. Near college. New 2 bdrm suite, 4 appls, small pet ok. $850 incl utils, cbl, own lndry. Avail now. 604-825-1718, 604-850-1962

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

ROSE-MARIE ELIZABETH HADDAD, Co-Executor

ROOMS FOR RENT

Call (604) 466-2633 to book your appointment. Membership requires shares down payment and participation. Retired Seniors age 60+. No pets. Our units are designated non-smoking units.

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AUTO FINANCING

ABBOTSFORD E. Furn. room incl util. use of ldry & kit. Ns/Np $425 +$200DD. 604-853-8175, 751-1520

ABBOTSFORD. Lg exec style 1 bdrm w/sep. lndry & lg w/i closet. Nr all amens/UFV/HWY 1/transit. NP/NS. $750 incls cable/utils. 604859-3499, 778-823-3849.

ABBOTSFORD, 33888 Mayfair, Unit C, 4/bdrm, 3 level, 2100 sq ft. 1.5 baths, $1250/mo. Avail now. 604-615-5127 or 604-807-3294.

(604)826-9076

MISSION. 1 acre field, barn & small cabin $800. Cabin only $600 incl hyd No pitts/rottis. Refs. 604-826-3063.

Interviewing at Haney Pioneer Village Co-operative for our waiting list. Jan. 17 & Jan 18, 2013 by appointment only

No subsidy available.

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PASTURE

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

RETAIL / OFFICE space for lease, 1800 sq.ft. 2485 West Railway, Abbotsford. 604-850-7731

FAST EASY REMOVAL OF UNWANTED VEHICLES Cash for all cars, trucks, vans, machines.

The Scrapper

Email: cedargreen@paciﬁccove properties.com

MISSION AREA. 800 SQ. FT. SHOP. Available now. $450 + hst + hydro + gas. Security check and ref’s. 604-820-8477, 604-820-0832.

Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of the late DORA ANNE LEWIS aka DORA LEWIS aka DORA A. LEWIS, DECEASED, formerly of 1919 Jackson Street, Abbotsford, BC, are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executors, c/o ROSE SHAWLEE, Lawyer, 9259 Main Street, PO Box 390, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6K2, before February 15, 2013 after which date the Executors will distribute the said Estate amongst the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which they then have notice.

TOWNHOUSES

604-850-4242 or 604-853-4494

ABBOTSFORD beautiful 2 bdrm ste all newly painted, new floor, Mt Baker view, lrg patio, D/W, full bath, $850 incl utils/sat/net.Sorry no pets, smoking or parties. 604-852-6111.

Bachelor suite - $635 1br - $695; 2br - $865 3br - $1150

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MISSION

604-826-2538

Dora Anne Lewis aka Dora Lewis aka Dora A. Lewis, deceased

ABBOTSFORD 33499 Marshall, 3 bdrm, 3 level, 1.5 bath, 1800sq.ft. $1100/mo. Avail Feb 1. Call 604-615-5127 or 604-807-3294.

604-820-0128

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

Notice To Creditors And Others

TOWNLINE; Clean 4 bdrm, upper 2 lvls, 5 appls, dble garage, 3 baths, $1500. Feb. 1st. (604)807-6477

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

1 bdrms. from $630/mo.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

SUITES, UPPER

McCallum Road. 500 SQ/FT. 2nd Floor. NEWLY REMODELLED

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Available Feb 1

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CLEARBROOK. Renovated 3 bdrm T/H. 2 parking. 4 appl. Ns/np. Avail. Feb 1st. $1100 mo. 604-807-6477

33366 2nd Ave. Mission

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SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly & Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

Call 604-850-5375

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SUITES, LOWER

MISSION / HATZIC. Cls to school. Large 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl., deck, large yard, parking. 778-996-7074

604-853-2718

ABBOTSFORD 30620 Huntington Rd 2 bdrm ste, $550 util incl. No ldry. Ns/np Avail Jan 1. 604-859-5337

FRASER RIDGE Condo Living at Apartment Prices!

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TRANSPORTATION

MISSION Reno’d 2 bdrm, share w/d 700sf, gr/level, sound proof, sep. heat $850/mo Ns/np. 604-826-9878

FOR RENT From 1 bed to 4 plus beds, 1 bath to multiple baths located east, central and west Abbotsford. View all rentals on kijiji.ca (fraservalley)

604 - 854 - 6307

ABBOTSFORD

RENTALS

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE

Friendly Management 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented

2441 COUNTESS ST.

Call Esther 604-853-0549

Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail.

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CEDAR GREEN APTS

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

Great View

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CEDARWOOD MANOR

ABBOTSFORD, Nr FVC & downtown. 2/bdrm, 2 full baths, insuite w/d, 5/appli. 2 pkg. N/S, N/P. Avail now. $875/mo. (604)855-6108

ABBOTSFORD RENOVATED SUITES

RENTALS

741

Mission

Conveniently located at

Early and Immediate Possession Available

Available Now!

604-850-2467 Baywest Mgmt Corp

1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

34313 Forrest Terrace

1 & 2 Bdrms Stes

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

meadowood@ paciﬁcquorum.com

Forest Terrace Apartments Abbotsford’s Best Kept Secret

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

1 & 2 bedroom suites large in-suite storage Close to Hwy 1 access Clean, quiet buildings. Competitive rates.

ABBOTSFORD

APARTMENT/CONDO

or Email

Call Pamela 604-751-2934 or E-mail: abbotleasing1@mainst.biz

BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo. N/P ~ N/S. Hot water & cable included. Quiet, parklike setting.

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Phone 604-852-4696

PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS! FOR LEASING & INFO.

ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program

RENTALS

ABBOTSFORD. Mt. Lehman area. 2 bdrm. suite. NP/NS. $750/mo. incl. utils. Avail. now. 778-552-5053

ABBOTSFORD. Newly renovated 1 bdrm suite. Townline & Old Yale Rd. Near new Fruiticana. $600. N/p n/s, n/ldry. Avail immed. Can view now. 604-850-2036; 604-614-3185

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

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CARS - DOMESTIC

2004 OLDS ALERO. 130,000 kms. Clean, Clean, Clean! 4 door, blue. $4,900. obo. Call (604)859-7592

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MISSION 2 bdrm Heritage Park area nr both schls, private patio, ns/np, utils incl. Avail now. 604-820-6834

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MISSION. Bachelor suite, sep ent. Top of Wren St. Suit 1 person. $550/mo hydro & cable incl. Refs req. Avail immed. 604-820-5592.

MISSION, nr new lrg 2 bdrm abv. grd, pri. ent, lndry, prk. NS/NP, $850 incl utils/cbl/Bell TV w/239 channels. Feb 1. 604-358-5444

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2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.

MISSION. 2 bdrm bsmt suite, near all level of schools & college. N/S, N/P. Available now. 604-751-6201.

MISSION legal large 2 bdrm., gas f/p, lots of parking., secure storage shed. N/S (604)826-3752

CARS - DOMESTIC

Sell your Car!

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

ABBOTSFORD, W. 2 Bdrm lower suite (1 bdrm furn’d) $750 incl utils, cable & internet. 604-864-9000

MISSION Hatzic Valley 1 bdrm g/l. 1 tenant pref. Furn/unfurn. Ns/np. $550 + hyd. Avl now 604-826-1663

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No qr code reader? Text info: 778.786.8271

ABBOTSFORD Ponderosa Street Brand new bachelor suite. NS/NP. $450/mo incl utils/net. No laundry. Avail now Call 604-850-5517

MISSION- Egglestone Ave. Avail. now. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. $730/mo inc. hydro, net, cbl, heat & own phone line. Refs req. (604)8260134 or 604-832-3192

CARS - DOMESTIC

ONLINE AD: BC-wide reach! For one week! AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

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ONLINE AD: Local reach — until you cancel it!

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Abbotsford News Tuesday, January 8, 2013

CANADA’S BEST-SELLING

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FORD FUSION

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For the third year in a row, more Canadians chose a new Ford vehicle than any other automotive brand. Ford and our hard-working dealers would like to thank you for that honour. Together, we reached total sales of 276,068* vehicles in 2012. And we aim to Go Further with you in 2013.

*Based on 2010, 2011, and 2012 total sales figures for light vehicles in Canada from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. (and the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers of Canada and Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association).