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Agricultural land could see medical grow-ops: legal opinion
Garbage, junk, animal carcasses and spent shells spoil Vedder trails Alina Konevski The Progress
On a clear day, the West side of Vedder Mountain overlooks the farmland and rolling hills of the Fraser Valley below, and houses a robust network of trails that outdoor enthusiasts have been using for generations. But anyone escaping to the area will be assaulted by ugly piles of construction materials, discarded animal skins and bones, bags of personal garbage, toxic grow-up waste, and a shooting range with thousands of shells, some live. Stepping around the mess, local groups, such as the Vedder Mountain Trails Association (VMTA) and the Yarrow chapter of Back Country Horsemen of B.C., have been coming to the area to enjoy the trails for years. And so have individual groups of motorized ATV and dirtbike riders. As have people with guns seeking free target practice within an easy drive of the city. Now, driving up the nameless forest road that stems off of Old Yale Road in Abbotsford, just on the edge of Chilliwack, every small clearing yields a different pile of illegal garbage. There is the mattress and construction materials section, the household waste section, and the animal bones section. On occasion, there can also be an old appliances area, and one for stolen cars. Four kilometres from the main road is the big attraction: the shooting range. Taking up the length of what was once a trail access route at the base of a majestic mountain peak, sheets of old metal and beer bottles form targets at the end of the hundreds-metre-long alley. At its entry is a pile of thousands of shells from large and small caliber guns, shotguns, and AK-47 assault rifles, the latter prohibited in Canada. Farmers and other residents along Old Yale and Majuba Hill Roads have complained about the noise and security. And the shooting presents a real danger to recreational trail users. Continued: SOLUTIONS/ p5
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Chilliwack council has weighed in with an official response to the federal government on the subject of medical marijuana licensing. The 75-day comment period ends on Feb. 28, and proposed Health Canada changes for medical marijuana access regulations are expected to be in place by April 2013. The shift in regulations will see an end to personal growing by licence-holders in favour of a system of commercial grow-ops run by licensed growers. Council approved a recommendation to research the proposed changes by the federal government to see if Chilliwack’s building regulation bylaws and business licensing bylaws will require amendments, “to ensure that the proposed commercial medicinal grow operations are constructed and monitored in appropriately zoned areas; and further, that the safety and security of its citizens be considered its main focus and priority.” Coun. Chuck Stam said he supported the recommendation at the council meeting last Tuesday but felt “this discussion was bigger than any one municipality,” arguing it should also go to the Union of B.C. Municipalities. Council has received a legal opinion recently that medical grows would be permitted in the Agricultural Land Reserve, and in turn that might “put pressure” on the ag community, Stam said. The Chilliwack Agricultural Commission was another entity that should be consulted to get their views on the matter, he suggested.
Vedder Mountain Trails Association president, Dr. Mark A. Steinebach (left), joins Rose Schroeder, president of the Yarrow chapter of Back Country Horsemen of B.C., at the illicit shooting range on the West side of Vedder Mountain.
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Massive high school reunion set to rock Chilliwack Jennifer Feinberg The Progress
The CSS Hello, Goodbye mass reunion is in the final stages of prep for the big weekend, March 1 and 2. Total registration is sitting at about 4,500 people and still growing. “I’m absolutely thrilled,” said organizer Trevor McDonald. “We have assembled a dream-team of organizers who have put together a fantastic weekend.” Friday night events at the Coast Hotel, Echo Room and Corky’s are all sold out, with a growing waiting list. In terms of Saturday reunion events, they include guided tours of the high school, or the chance to take a self-guided tour to visit an old classroom or locker. The front doors to the lobby
open at 8 a.m. for registered guests to check-in and close at 5 p.m. They’re expecting to see 5,000 grads, former staff and teachers in the hallways of the old CSS during the Saturday open house. Guest speakers will all day long, with Mayor Sharon Gaetz giving the opening address on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. flanked by a range of local dignitaries. Each decade from 1950 onward will be represented in the CSS gym by a different booth, complete with memorabilia, photo collages, and decade reps. They’ll be browsing through yearbooks and pawing trophies from days gone by. It will range from before 1950, right up to the future booth, for the opening of the new school. There will be live entertainment all day long in the gym, as
well as video projecting scenes from past, present and future. One of the featured performers is former CSS grad Bria Skonberg, now based in New York City. Breakfast and lunch events, which came with early registration, are sold out, but food vendors will be on the school grounds. As of Wednesday, there were a few tickets left for a Now and Then bus tour of Chilliwack, guided by Chilliwack Museum director Ron Denman. The half-hour excursion will visit notable downtown landmarks, past and present. The Saturday night dance was totally sold out over the weekend. Updates on tickets, registration and other details are available on the website, at hellogoodbye.ca, but keep in mind there is no payat-the-door option for any of the events. Contact organizers at the website to volunteer for the week-
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First five-storey wood-frame planned for Chilliwack Jennifer Feinberg The Progress
Construction on the first fivestorey wood-frame building in Chilliwack is about to start. Englewood Courtyard will be the sixth and final phase of Englewood Village, a masterplanned community on Keith Wilson near Vedder Road in Chilliwack. Two aspects make the adultonly project wholly unique to the area. One is the choice to go with five storeys of wood-frame construction. Two, it’s a leasehold development on Tzeachten First Nation land. That means a condo home buyer is purchasing the leasehold rights, but not the property itself. Ground was broken on the fivestorey building last month, said Mark Perry, Englewood executive director. It will eventually be flanked by four-storey buildings on either side of it, as phases two and three get underway for the Courtyard project.
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Les blasts Metro Van on incineration Alina Konevski The Progress
They completed the first five successful phases by building a community of ranchers. Englewood Courtyard, with its three condo complexes, is the final piece of the puzzle. As of the Valentine’s Day Sale launch, they had 12 units on hold for pre-sale of the first 40 units to be built. The condo prices will start at $184,900 in the Courtyard, and go to $333,000.
Chilliwack MLA John Les is furious at Metro Vancouver’s waste-toenergy (WTE) incinerator plans, and says the Greater Vancouver Regional District has forgotten that the project would still need to pass a stringent provincial environmental review process. Last month, GVRD Waste Committee Chair Malcolm Brodie told the media that “Whether people like it or not, that decision has been made,” referring to the wastto-energy facility. Les finds Brodie’s “belligerent” and “arrogant” comments inappropriate. “It exposed on (Brodie’s) part a few factors that he seems to have forgotten...that whatever process (GVRD members) choose ultimately has to go through a complete provincial environmental review process. He seems to have conveniently, for now at least, brushed that out of the way as if that doesn’t matter,” says Les. B.C. Environment Minister Terr y Lake confirmed in Chilliwack in March 2012 that Fraser Valley residents will have the opportunity for “full input” into the incinerator’s environmental assessment process. “We know that air quality is a critical issue for residents of the Fraser Valley, so we wanted to assure people that whatever proposal comes forward (at Metro Vancouver) that it will undergo the most rigourous environmental review possible in B.C.,” he said. The WTE project’s third party expert review panel rejected Fraser Valley Regional District’s request for a seat in Dec., instead establishing a political liaison committee with space for an FVRD representative. FVRD chair Sharon Gaetz believes the exclusion of FVRD
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Mark Perry stands at the site where a five-storey, wood-structure residence will be built on Keith Wilson Road.
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The 156 units will range from 879 square feet to 1200 square feet, with lots of windows, and 200-square-foot decks. “As far as the development landscape stands, things are changing. Now I can opt for a five-storey plan, and the numbers work to make it viable.” The province made changes to the BC Building Code in 2009 that allowed developers to erect five- and six-storey wood-frame structures for the first time. It was seen as a means to achieve cost-effective housing, as well as an acceptance of woodbased construction as an alternative to concrete and steel, with the use of modern fire protection materials and certain code restrictions. “If I wanted to go five storeys before, I would’ve had to go with steel or concrete,” Perry noted. There are strict provisions in the building code around height for these taller buildings, as well
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as specifications for area, and exterior cladding. They have to take structural wood shrinkage into consideration. “That means they have to be built to code with less moisture.” It has to fall beneath the 12% moisture mark, due to shrinkage over time. “When you go into an apartment building for example, you will always notice there’s a little bump by the elevator. That’s because the wood-frame building has shrunk, but the elevator shaft, which is made out of steel, hasn’t.” But the economics just haven’t been right before. “The numbers now work,” he said. “In part it’s because wood and other building materials had come down so much when we first started looking at this. It’s became more economical to do it this way.” vvv
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being designed like a resort hotel, with a concierge on duty and a bocce court, which is a type of Italian lawn bowling. They’re including all the amenities prospective buyers will be seeking to enjoy their golden years in a charming resort-style village, just minutes from the Vedder River. “It’s going to be very special. The views are going to be absolutely fantastic. At five storeys you’ll see all the surrounding mountains.” The penthouses have vaulted ceilings, and there’s RV parking. “What we’ve tried to do is make it a village atmosphere, where you walk up to the centre.” Demographics play a big role in how they’re shaping it. “We specifically wanted to concentrate on a development for people 45 and over,” Perry said. The demographic trends show downsizing retirees are opting
for the more reasonably priced real estate that a community like Chilliwack offers, along with the stunning landscapes, with the nearby lakes, the rivers, and the mountains that abound. The floor plans are also taking into account the specific needs of aging boomers who will require all the bells and whistles, including a guest suite in each unit, and a terrific clubhouse. vvv
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Agassiz couple wins their dream wedding in Mexico An Agassiz couple with 10 children has had their dream come true after winning an allinclusive wedding trip to Mexico. Tammy Wood, and her fiancé Jason Alexander, won Global B.C.’s ‘Win a Dream Wedding’ contest earlier this month. The couple and their family was featured in the Chilliwack Progress in January in hopes that people in Agassiz and Chilliwack would vote for them online. It worked. Thanks to the sup-
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port from Chilliwack and Agassiz readers, Wood and Alexander received 500-plus votes more than the secondplace couple. They got a call from Global on Feb. 4. But the TV station didn’t simply call to say the couple had won — they had a trick up their sleeves on how to surprise Wood and Alexander. “We got a call saying that we made it to the top three, and they asked if we could come in at 7 a.m. that Wednesday to be on the morning news at 7:20 a.m.,” said Wood. They arrived at the Vancouver broadcast
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Land owners, trail enthusiasts look for solutions Solutions from Front The illegal dumping along the forest road traverses land owned by several individuals, but most of it is public land. Those who regularly access the area have been systematically pursuing ways to end the dumping. One option is to develop part of the land, which would put many vigilant eyes on the mountain. Anthony Penner purchased 113 acres in 2005, including the main forestry road, with the plan of creating 31 housing development lots cut with a greenbelt. His re-zoning application
was twice-rejected by the City of Abbotsford, when dozens of farmers came out to protest the drainage, increased traffic, and urban sprawl issues they believed would result. Speaking with the Chilliwack Progress by phone, Penner sounded thoroughly exhausted by the whole process, and hasn’t submitted another re-zoning application. Meanwhile, his land gets dirtier with ever y passing weekend. “I used to go up there and try and let people know, ‘look, you’re on private property, you need to
leave.’ And I’d get such a backlash from people that felt they had some right to be there,” he says. Penner has put up three gates over five years. They were all broken down within weeks. He used to go up and haul out the rubbish, but hasn’t been able to keep up. Another potential solution is to turn some of the public land on the mountain side into a designated provincial interpretive forest site. This would put the area on the provincial map, increase visibility, and force maintenance standards. VMTA president Dr.
Mark A. Steinebach has been working with a conservation officer in Chilliwack on the proposal for over a year. “This is an area that, if people knew it existed, they would embrace it wholeheartedly as something they would want for recreation. It’s so close to the city. But people would leave if they saw the garbage on the road,” says Steinebach. The historic trails, such as the Old Yale wagon road connecting shipments from New Westminster to Yale since the 1860s, present an easily
accessible recreation destination. Logging companies also still use them today, with permission from the private owners of the forestry road. Steinebach thinks that it is more expensive and arduous to drive a loaded pickup truck up the forest road to illegally dump garbage, than it is to take the waste to the city dump. Although the dump charges a few dollars, the drive to and up the mountain may cost more. The VMTA has been coordinating a mass-scale cleanup of the other side of the mountain, near Cultus
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Three men have been charged with the first-degree murder of Jonathan Bacon, formerly of Abbotsford, and the attempted murder of four others in Kelowna in August 2011. In a press conference held Monday in Delta, the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU) announced that Jujhar Khun-Khun of Surrey, Michael Kerr y Hunter Jones of Gibsons, and Jason Thomas McBride of North Vancouver were arrested last Friday. CFSEU Chief Supt. Dan Malo said the arrests were part of an 18-month investigation, called E-Nitrogen, and were made after 100 officers in Vancouver, Kelowna and Toronto executed simultaneous search warrants. Khun-Khun, 25, who has sur vived three targeted shootings believed to be in retaliation for Bacon’s death, was arrested at his residence in Surrey, while Jones, 25, was arrested at his home in Vancouver. McBride, 37, was arrested in Toronto, where he had recently moved, but has been transferred to B.C. All three have been
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remanded in custody. Bacon, 30, a key player in the Red Scorpions gang, was in a Porsche Cayenne SUV with four other people when they were shot at on Aug. 14, 2011 outside of the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort in Kelowna. The shooting wounded Hells Angel Larry Amero, Independent Soldier James Riach, and L yndsey Black, while Leah HaddenWatts was paralyzed. Malo said police believe the “cascade of violence,” which has continued since the Kelowna incident, began with the fatal
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The BC Liberal government’s plans to boost income taxes on business and high-income earners takes a page out of the NDP opposition’s plans, and makes sense. The NDP plan had called for the corporate tax rate to go to 12 per cent, where it stood in 2008. The BC Liberals are boosting the corporate tax rate to 11 per cent on April 1. The provincial government also will impose a higher personal income tax rate on individuals with incomes of $150,000 or more. Their provincial income taxes will rise 2.1 per cent to a rate of 16.8 per cent, as of Jan. 1, 2014. Both of these tax increases are necessary at this time, given the financial shackles the province is in. It has been running large deficits, at least partly because of much lower natural gas prices, which have affected government revenues. The province is claiming it will balance the budget in 2013-14, largely because it plans to sell more than $600 million in surplus property. Given that the real estate market has softened somewhat, that is probably an optimistic figure. There is nothing wrong with selling surplus properties, but there are probably too many properties on this list. The provincial government is also boosting MSP premiums again next year. This is completely unfair to moderate income earners, who do not get the exemption from paying the premiums that goes to low income people. This will be the fifth year in a row the premiums will increase, and they will have jumped by 28 per cent since 2008. This budget is crafted with the May 14 election in mind, and while its revenue assumptions may be sound, as economist Tim O’Neill asserted last week, it is very much a political document. It is designed to convince wavering voters that the BC Liberals are competent money managers. The Liberals were hoping for a big boost in revenue through the HST, but that was torpedoed by voters because of the bumbling way the government brought in the tax. That hurt their reputation as competent managers. By adopting part of the NDP platform, the Liberals may have unintentionally telegraphed that the NDP too has good fiscal ideas. ~ Black Press
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FHA’s chlorination order faces vocal opposition For decades, Chilliwack has enjoyed clean, fresh, safe drinking water. The excellent quality of the water has garnered two “best in Canada” awards and it is up there with some of the best drinking water in the world. So why is the Fraser Health Authority demanding that the disinfectant chlorine be added to the city’s water? “There were three instances of traces of E.coli in five years,” explained Mayor Sharon Gaetz. “It was not the dangerous strain and no one was sick.” The incidents occurred in 2009, 2011 and 2012 in a single hillside reservoir tank. Gaetz said that each time the system was cleaned, drained and scrubbed. The contamination was very small and everyone on that reservoir was informed. It affected less than three per cent of the city’s water
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users. Chilliwack’s main water distribution system, which serves 97 per cent of the city’s residents, comes from an aquifer in the S a r d i s / Ve d d e r area about 30 metres (some 100 feet) below the sur face. Rainwater drains through sediMargaret ments of sand and gravel to the EVANS aquifer below. It takes about six months to a year for rainwater to reach the subterranean reservoir and the water is naturally cleaned along the way. Eight high capacity water wells pump the water into the distribution system which consists of 450 kilometres of pipelines. The original pipes are cast iron
and all but five kilometres have been replaced with modern ductile iron piping. The city has an annual budget of $1 million to do the piping upgrades and by 2015 the last five kilometre section will have been replaced. In addition, six hillside reser voirs (Mount Shannon, Chilliwack Mountain, Marble Hill, Promontory, Eastern Hillsides, and Vedder Mountain area) provide water to the residents on the surrounding uplands. Reservoir tanks are regularly drained, inspected and cleaned before returning to service. An annual budget of $3 million is spent on water system maintenance. “There’s a lot of work that goes into getting clean safe water,” said Gaetz. “For instance, in summer when it gets hot the pipes can get warm. We have a state-of-the-art
mixer that pulls in cold water to keep the piped water fresh. At the end of the pipes there is a mixing system to flush the water and keep it moving. Everything is completely sealed and protected.” Chilliwack’s water meets all federal and provincial standards for safe drinking water and the city goes above and beyond to maintain that level of excellence. The water is tested twice as often as is required. The Drinking Water Protection Act requires a minimum number of water testing samples every week. For Chilliwack that number is 21. But the city takes 44 weekly samples which are taken to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control for testing. The reasons for FHA’s decision that Chilliwack must chlorinate its water are not only the minute E.coli incidences within the past five years but the size and
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complexity of the water system and the city’s projected growth. Defying the order could result in a $200,000/day fine against the city and public employees could be held liable in the event of an outbreak. “If Fraser Health will take a second look we will up our commitments to look after the water,” said Gaetz. “We are willing to flush more and test more, any measures short of chlorination.” It will cost $1.5 million/year to add chlorine to the water. There has been a huge push back again chlorination. Nearly 4,000 people have signed an online petition against chlorinated water (www.chilliwackwater.com) and tonight people will have a chance to have their say at a public information hearing at the Chilliwack Alliance Church, 8700 Young Road, starting at 7 pm.
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for public safety, get rid of the super bugs in their facilities. Or, how about salmonella in 50 per cent of the chicken? Surrey has chlorination, and even my dog
won’t drink the water. I personally sanitize my water with a little scotch. It makes perfection even better, and the little coli seems to enjoy it.
So, Mayor Gaetz, tell those experts to fill their canteens with chlorinated water and stay out of Dodge, er Chilliwack. J. Freeman
Coqualeetza Elders Group earn praise It is with disbelief that I read about Siyamtelot’s (Shirley Leon) and the Coqualeetza Elders Group. (Sto;lo elders’ group being dissolved, Progress, Feb. 19.) My name is Djoke Byleveld and I was the supervisor at the Chilliwack Landing Preschool and Kindergarten (operated by the Skwah First Nation) from 1981 until my retirement in 2011. During my time at our school
we had strong ties with the Coqualeetza Cultural Education Centre and through the centre with the Coqualeetza Elders Group. Our relationship was based on “what is good for the children.” As school staff we learned from the knowledge and wisdom of the elders and this in turn enriched our school. The guidance of the elders to the staff and students was invalu-
able. Our students’ visits with the elders on may occasions were an intrinsic part of the school’s programming. The joy on the faces of the elders and the students when they met was visible and tangible. It is my hope and wish that this will not be lost. Djoke Byleveld Agassiz
‘Unite together in prayer’
Forces are at work to steal the freedom we have to serve the Lord God. Enough damage has been done already and it is our own fault for not being more vigilant in our prayers and actions. The attempt to remove Bibles from schools should be
stopped, and that can be achieved through brothers and sisters in Christ that pray and seek the direction of God. Why is there so much despair in the world, (sickness, homelessness, abuse, etc.)? Because we do not do as God’s word says,
“My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those that find them and health to one’s whole body.” Proverbs 4:20-22. So be encouraged to live according to God’s
Word. As Christians we need to forget about denominational borders and unite together in prayer. That is how all will see God’s love and the victorious life he has for all that will call upon him. Steffen Elgersma Sr.
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The lure of much lower gas prices south of the border is one of the biggest factors attracting Canadians who may spend money on other purchases once they’re in the U.S. Bargain-minded gas shoppers will often find they can pay about 35 cents less a litre by crossing the border, after converting the cost from U.S. gallons to cents per litre and adjusting for the currency differential. That can add up to savings of about $20 for a typical 60-litre tank full. The difference in gas price lies almost entirely in the far higher taxes charged on this side of the border. Drivers in Metro Vancouver pay nearly 50 cents in taxes on every litre – 17 cents to TransLink, 8.5 cents in provincial gas tax to the B.C. government, 10 cents in federal excise tax
to Ottawa, 6.67 cents in B.C. carbon tax and five per cent extra in federal GST. While the carbon tax is revenue-neutral in that it is returned back to taxpayers in lower income tax, B.C. drivers who cross the border to gas up get the benefits of the tax transfer without having to actually pay into it. According to tax watchdogs, 2012 was the first year Metro Vancouver drivers paid out more than $1 billion in combined gas taxes charged at the pumps. Over the line in Washington State, drivers are charged the equivalent of an extra 14.8 cents per litre in combined taxes. (The state tax is 37.5 cents per U.S. gallon, while the federal gas tax is 18.4 cents per gallon; there are just under 3.8 litres in a U.S. gallon.) “It’s just too tempting,” Canadian Taxpayers Federation B.C. director Jordan Bateman said. “People can’t afford to be
patriotic.” Prices generally aren’t as low at the U.S. stations closest to the border. “Anecdotally, it gets cheaper the further you go down into the states,” Bateman said. “But even if you stop at the first gas station you’re probably saving 25 cents a litre.” The hefty savings prompt some Canadians to bring multiple jerry cans with them to load up on yet more gas. Any import of gasoline beyond the capacity of your vehicle is, officially, subject to duty. But cases abound, as with other purchases south of the border, of Canadian border officials turning a blind eye to vehicles returning stacked with fuel cans. As for rumours that U.S. gas is lower octane and therefore worse for engines, there’s no truth to it, according to Ken Cousin, B.C. Continued: Gas/ p13
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Lured south by gas prices Gas from page 12 Automobile Association’s vice-president of road service assistance. “There’s really no statistical difference in the quality of [regular] gasoline,” he said. “It’s 87 octane.” But he said cross-border gas shoppers may run into different levels of added ethanol. Canadian gas is allowed to contain a maximum of 10 per cent ethanol, but U.S. stations are allowed to sell higher proportions. “You want to watch the ethanol concentration,” Cousin said, adding a good rule of thumb is to avoid anything higher than 10 per cent. “When you start getting into 25, 30 and 50 per cent ethanol, it will damage older cars and it’s expensive.” Cousin said drivers intending to head to the U.S. to get cheap gas should factor in the extra distance they have to travel and the time idling in border lines in gauging the final extent of their savings. He also said anyone who crosses the border – no matter for how brief a time – should have travel medical insurance to guard against disastrously high U.S. medical system costs if they have an accident or health problem. “Things happen,” Cousin said. “Even if you’re going down for a quick 15 minutes.” Jock Finlayson, executive vice-president of the Business Council of B.C., says the “dramatically higher” gas taxes charged here have almost certainly amplified the “epidemic” of cross-border shopping, although he said it’s impossible to say by how much. He noted that unlike other urban areas in Canada, the B.C. Lower Mainland has one million residents within a 25 to 30 minute drive of the border and many are NEXUS card holders who can bypass long border lines. “Anything that can be done to reduce fuel-related taxes in B.C./Greater Vancouver would help to mitigate the current leakage of retail spending dollars,” Finlayson said. “But given how big the tax differentials are, it would take a substantial reduction here to make much of a difference.” TransLink’s gas tax has proven volatile as some drivers gas up instead in the U.S. or Fraser Valley. And some Metro Vancouver mayors have said they’d support reducing the gas tax if another
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Graham Yates: Musically speaking Graham Yates is a self professed music-lover. In fact, as far back as he can recall, that’s the way it’s always been. “There’s a video of me at the age of three playing ‘Mary Had A Little Lamb.’ My mom was in the church choir and dad was in high school band but they weren’t overly musical. For me, I have always had this great love and appreciation of music,” he said. If it was strictly up to his parents, music wasn’t necessarily the path that they would have chosen for their son but they just couldn’t ignore his constant and overwhelming enthusiasm. “They ended up enrolling me in ‘Note Nibblers’ when I was three which was a general music class that was very foundational. By the age of six, I was enrolled in children’s choir and then when I was seven, I started taking piano lessons,” he explained. He continued to take piano lessons throughout his childhood and during his postsecondary studies which helped him become the accomplished pianist that he is today. Growing up in Prince George, Graham acquired a love for the outdoors. “Hiking is one of the things that I love to do,” he said. Aside from hiking,
and obviously his music, he also began to appreciate the culinary arts. “I actually enjoy cooking all kinds of foods. My mom is a very good cook and perhaps the interest is something that I inherited from her,” he smiled. His parents divorced when Graham and his younger brother were still quite young. His mother has finally retired after 35 years as a nurse at Prince Ana George Regional MACEDO Hospital while his father, who for many years worked as an administrator for pulp mills in BC’s Northern Capital, was eventually laid off from that industry but transitioned into an HR position with the Provincial Government. For as long as Graham can remember, he was determined to pursue a career in music. After graduation, he went to Trinity Western University but began struggling with his decision to pursue what he had always known as his true calling. “I almost gave up on music entirely. I began think-
ing that what I wanted was to pursue either missionary work or I thought that I might want to become a music pastor. I struggled with this. Then it was pointed out to me that I didn’t have to become a missionary or a pastor to live out my faith,” he said. He completed his fouryear undergraduate degree at Trinity Western then went on to Brandon University for another two years to receive a Master of Music in Piano Performance. Graham has always been a hard worker and from the time that he was still quite young, worked diligently to earn his own money. He began working as an accompanist, playing the piano to provide musical accompaniment at a dance studio. During his summers, he also worked as a cook at various camps including a health camp in Massachusetts. “I worked in the New England state for a couple of summers. I was near Great Barrington and it really is a beautiful location. I may have further developed my interest in cooking by doing this,” he enthused. In 2009, Graham went back to Trinity Western to earn his Master of Business Administration which helped
prepare him for his current position as Principal of the Chilliwack Academy of Music, a community music school boasting over 500 students of all ages, styles and abilities. Prior to taking on this role, he was a Suzuki piano teacher, an RCM Music History instructor, an adult music appreciation lecturer, a freelance musician, professor of Piano Pedagogy at Trinity Western University and Artistic Director of a classical music concert series. Along with his current position at the Academy, Graham continues to teach private lessons and he still plays professionally, in addition to adjudicating and lecturing. Graham has a great reputation as a musician and as a teacher; he strives to instil in his students not only the skill but a genuine appreciation for music. He has performed alongside some top-rated musicians but admits that the greatest compliment of his life came when renowned French pianist, Pierre-Laurant Aimard referred to him as a ‘world-class pageturner.’ “It just goes to show that there is no job or experience so lowly that shouldn’t be done with passion and excellence,” he said.
Sheldon Kennedy is returning to UFV to bring his personal message of empowering individuals to stand up to bullying and abuse on Pink Shirt day. Kennedy will be featured on Wednesday, Feb. 27 as part of the President’s Leadership Lecture series at 4:30 p.m. in the lecture theatre (room B101) at the Abbotsford campus. The former pro hockey player was the first to accuse coach Graham James of abusing junior hockey players, which led to a conviction and, eventually, further charges. Kennedy chose to ‘out’ himself as a victim in order to expose a problem that had been hidden away in sport. Since then he has devoted his professional life to abuse prevention and education. Kennedy believes “by educating everyone on the prevention of abuse, bullying and harassment, we are deputizing each person with the necessary tools to intervene and/or report inappropriate behavior whether it’s in sport, schools, or the workplace. When everyone is on the same page we are more likely to feel comfortable and confident with these issues and speaking up.” In recognition of his bravery and ongoing work to prevent abuse, bullying, and harassment, UFV conferred an honorary doctorate on Kennedy in 2012. As he spoke from his heart to the graduating class, he also committed to return to UFV to continue to share his message of personal empowerment with others. President Mark Evered is thrilled to welcome Kennedy and his business partner Wayne McNeil back to UFV. “To have Sheldon at our university on Pink Shirt day is an incredible opportunity,” said Evered. “Sheldon is one of the most recognized names in the fight against bullying and he symbolizes how each of us can work to change lives and build community.” Kennedy’s visit to UFV puts the spotlight on students, faculty, and staff and how they can work together to say no to bullying and abuse. A coalition of students and resource groups at UFV are promoting Pink Shirt day. On Feb. 27 their displays and activities will be centered in Alumni Hall above the lecture theatre at the Abbotsford campus and in the atrium at the Chilliwack campus. Kennedy will be making an appearance at Alumni Hall before heading at 3:30 p.m. to the UFV Bookstore on the Abbotsford campus (1385 Mackenzie Road) for a book signing of his story Why I Didn’t Say Anything. UFV welcomes members of the public as well as students, alumni, faculty and staff of to wear pink in support of anti-bullying and to attend any of the Pink Shirt day activities. All proceeds from the sale of pink merchandise at UFV to go towards the Student Emergency Fund. To learn more about the message of “Empowering the Bystander” and the Respect Group Inc. visit http:// respectgroupinc.com.
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shannon Ross, Trade show event manager is happy to present the fraser valley Women’s expo 2013 at Chilliwack Heritage park this weekend. Women of all ages and the men who love them will be sure to find something fun and unique at the show . shannon has been selling and organizing Trade shows in the fraser valley and okanagan for many years. Hundreds of business owners have learned to trust shannon to help them market their products and services at these events. With over 200 booths sold for this show, businesses from the all over the fraser valley and Lower mainland as far as vancouver Island as well as okanagan, alberta and the Us are arriving this weekend with displays to show off at the expo. There will be many Guest speakers advising on health and wellness, interior design and fashion trends. fashion shows on the main stage will be showcasing the latest in women’s apparel and the latest fashions. There will also be cake decorating, furniture re-furbishing demos and workshops. you’ll want to be sure to visit the fabulous “vintage marketplace “ our exhibitors have donated over $5000.00 in prizes We invite you down to the fraser valley Women’s expo for a great day of fun and shopping and be sure to enter to win one of these or many other prizes just for the price of admission. Mike and Shannon Ross, Ross Trade Shows
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Chilliwack marks World Day of Prayer on Friday
The annual World Day of Prayer will be held at St. Mary’s Church in Chilliwack on Friday, March 1, beginning at 1 p.m.
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Right now, the baking has As the seasons change, so too does Joe’s the menu Speedy Dineratis serving town scene and set out to offer and Montreal smoked meat Harvest up an Cafe. authentic taste of Montreal it, with tasty, affordable fast food, exclusively at Joe’s Speedy The fromunique the cafe heartis tailorof downtown delivered 24/7. Diner. Lesters is a well-known ingChilliwack. its offerings with the No one else does that. Quebec meat company — one autumnal foods that It helps that both owner Joe It “clicked” for him one day of the largest in Canada, which warm the heart and satisfy Renaud, along with his dad, when he was eating another has been around since 1931. theowner soul. Roger Renaud, and owner disappointing hot dog out It started out as a Jewish deli But Jodyinnovation Robinson, is arenothall originally in Kelowna. The sign said on St. Lawrence boulevard and ingfrom newMontreal. at Harvest Store “steamed” but it wasn’t, he said, moved into a massive plant in and Cafe. businesstheir cre- family- when he saw them pop it into the Laval, Quebec. Serving mainly TheyTheopened ated a stir diner when itwith opened owned a difference microwave, and he told them so. the Quebec and Ontario, the in May, not just because on Princess Avenue ofat Young So they decided to bring in a company is run today by a third offering Lesters its Road, food, but because of itsMontreal real hot dog steamer to do it up generation of the Lesters family. smoked meat, as as steamed right, and they even finish the “This gives ever yone in unique ensemble ofwell home hot and dogsinterior as specialities. par-baked buns in the steamer. Chilliwack more of a choice for decor stylings. Right traces now it’s delivery or pickThe fries are fresh cut, and not going out or staying in,” Renaud Harvest it lineage up from the tiny storefront diner, frozen. They’re twice-cooked to said. back to the successful but plans are inoperated the works to take a crispy state, which is ideal for When they held the grand Objekts, which the clothing store space on their poutine varieties, includ- opening last month, lots of foron over Wellington for years. the owners corner,Ron to Romeyn provide a small ing regular or Italian Poutine. mer military types came in to When fordecided patrons. The slaw is made in-house, with sample their fare. Some were anddining Kevinroom Klassen “I’ve lived hereStreet, for five years shredded cabbage, oil and vin- from the days of the old CFB to relocate to Mill andalso been to a lottoofreinrestaurants,” egar and a touch of sweetness. Chilliwack who were originally they decided Renaud said. But he could never The traditional poutine is from Quebec, and welcomed the vent their business. find a inspiration tasty steamed Their came hot dog made with real curd cheese, diner’s Montreal style deli food. topped withtrip cole “They’re happy because from a recent to slaw New the way and a chicken-based gravy, the they make back in the Belle Quebec way. They also offer they finally have a taste of back York where they toured Joe Renaud (right), along with (from left) Tia Blackmore, 13, Jody Province. bacon cheddar spuds, burgers, home.” ABC Carpet and Home. Robinson, Roger Renaud, and Rachel Renaud, 13, work at Joe’s The Renauds said realized or a hot chicken sandwich. That Manhattan institution The owners of Harvest Store and Café, Ron Speedy Diner on Princess Avenue. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS what was pairs missing on the downThey serve Lesters hot dogs Continued: SPEEDY/ p22 successfully 10 floors Romeyn and Kevin Klassen, shut down of home furnishings with their old store, Objekts on Wellington, and moved to Mill Street to start a new an awarding winning res- accessories, bathing prod- to his roots. He trained as served each day. clatter of the busy kitchen. a decidedly Halloween taurant. ucts, kitchenware, jewelry, a baker, so he’s at home The menu is ever evolvTheir menu ideas come flavor, but visions of Refined to a more pracfashion and food. in the kitchen in the early ing, Romeyn says. “We’re through research, collabo- Christmas treats are also tical Chilliwack scale, For Romeyn, a return to mornings, preparing the constantly changing things ration and a simple love dancing in Romeyn’s head. Harvest Store and Cafe is a destination for home the kitchen was a return fresh baked goods that are here,” he says above the of well prepared food. Soon, there will be other
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It’s hard to figure out the Chilliwack Chiefs right now. Some nights, your friendly neighborhood sports writer sits in the pressbox and thinks, ‘These guys get absolutely zero breaks.’ Loose pucks bounce that way instead of this way. Sticks break on shots. Instead of going off the post and in, pucks go off the post and out. For the superstitious among us, it appears the Chiefs have done something to seriously tick off the hockey gods. But then, a coach like Harvey Smyl might be apt to say you make your own luck. Keep working at it, and the bounces will even out. Great advice, but what do you do about a game like Saturday night’s at Prospera Centre? Smyl’s Chiefs badly out-played the visiting Prince George Spruce Kings. Hard work wasn’t the issue, with Chilliwack out-shooting the Sprucies 48-24. But PG scored thrice on flukish goals and got epic goaltending from Kirk Thompson to steal a 5-3 win. “That’s the way things are going right now with us, where we’re putting up 30 shots a game and the bounces aren’t going our way,” said Chilliwack goalie Mitch Gillam, who had a tough night (more on that later). The Spruce Kings got the game’s first goal when a harmless Mitch Eden backhander deflected past Gillam at 5:17. Flukish goal number
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one. But Chilliwack equalized just three minutes later on a pretty goal by Austin Plevy. Trevor Hills made it pretty with the assist of the year. The Rochester native turned on the jets to chase down PG defenceman Spencer Schoech as he chased down a loss puck in the slot. Hills stole the puck and left a slick drop pass for Plevy, who beat Thompson blocker side for his 30th of the year. The Spruce Kings took a 2-1 lead 4:45 into period two on a scary play involving Gillam. Cameron Lawson’s innocent-looking shot from the far right wing boards hit Gillam in the throat. The goalie dropped like a rock and the puck rolled across the line. Flukish goal number two. “It caught me right in the Adam’s Apple, and I couldn’t breathe for probably 30 seconds,” Gillam said. “I was really worried at the time because I didn’t know what was going on, but now it’s just a little sore.” Chilliwack’s netminder laid face down on the ice for three minutes before getting to his knees. Gillam surprised everyone in the building by staying in the game. “I didn’t even realize until 40 seconds into the next shift that it was a goal,” he said. Luke Esposito tied things up at the 11 minute mark of period two on a nifty solo effort. Attacking three PG defenders, Esposito split the first two and drove wide on the third, shoveling a backhand shot past Thompson for his 17th of the season.
Chiefs goalie Mitch Gillam wanders out to play a puck away from defenceman David Thompson and Prince George forechecker Bryant Christian. Christian had the game winner as PG escaped with a 5-3 win Saturday night. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
PG took the lead again with exactly one minute remaining in the second period. Shayne Morrissey put a shot on net from the left corner. The puck banked off Sprucies forward Chad Staley and in to make it 3-2. Flukish goal number three. But with 28.7 ticks left, Philip Zielonka got the Chiefs even again. Ryan Donohoe earned an assist with a hot shot from the slot. Josh Hansen scooped the rebound on net, and Zielonka got the last touch for his teamleading 33rd of the year. The Chiefs set a season-high for shots in a
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a feed from Zielonka, and let loose with a laser. But the puck hit iron, pinging off the left post. “Guys are probably gripping the sticks a little tight and getting frustrated because we’re not winning games,” Gillam said of the Babych shot and numerous others that didn’t go in. “But we’ve got to just bear down on the chances we get, and hopefully they start going in soon.” Gillam came to the bench with 90 seconds remaining, and Delta native Coltyn Hansen iced the game 10 seconds later, floating a long shot into the empty
net. A 5-1 loss in Langley Friday snapped Chilliwack’s two game winning streak. They’ve now lost two straight, and six of their last nine. Not a good trend with just four games left on the regular season slate. “The guys in the dressing room think we’re starting to get our game back together,” Gillam countered. “We’ve got all our guys back in the lineup, and I think we’re just pushing too hard right now. But we’ve been working on the little details and playing a simple game, and hopefully things work out.”
Chilliwack visits the Langley Rivermen (2223-1-5) again Friday night. The Chiefs host the Cowichan Valley Capitals (13-31-1-6) Saturday at Prospera Centre. Puck drop is 7 p.m. Chilliwack sits second in the Mainland division standings, 11 points behind the Surrey Eagles, who’ve clinched first place. The Chiefs are four points up on Prince George. With four games left, the only question is whether Chilliwack hosts the Spruce Kings in a first round series, or travels to PG for the opener.
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From Russia with skates: Ice dancer crosses Atlantic Too often, we take for granted what we have in Canada, rarely stopping to think about the freedoms we enjoy. Today, part one of a two-part story about a man who takes nothing for granted, a man who left his home and family behind, traveling thousands of miles to forge a new life in Canada.
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Denis Kondrashin couldn’t believe his luck. His work was done for the day, and he had time to kill. His coworkers were holed up in their hotel, afraid to leave the safety of their rooms. Denis was tired and hungry, but he could hear the world outside, and nothing was going to keep him indoors. So out he went to prowl the chaotic streets of ChangPing. The ramshackle homes lining the road sides looked like they were made of cardboard, and the business area didn’t look much better. There were people everywhere, moving about like a colony of ants. They yelled a lot. Denis stopped somewhere to eat, ordering something off a menu he couldn’t read. It might have been roasted rat or deep-fried dog. He didn’t care. It was different and it tasted good.
Ever ywhere he looked, there was something new. And cheap. And with his latest paycheque cashed, he had money to spend. Like the kid in the candy store, Denis grabbed this and that, taking everything back to his hotel room like a squirrel hoarding nuts for the winter. Later, sitting on his bed surrounded by brand new televisions and video cameras, Denis grinned from ear to ear. He was 18 years old and he’d just found freedom in the last place he’d expect to find it. Communist China. l This story begins in Russia, where Valeriya and Slava had three children. Denis was the firstborn, followed by sisters Elena and Victoria. Valeriya was an accomplished figure skater and Slava a professional soccer player, and there was much debate about which sport the boy should pursue. Valeriya prevailed, and Denis’ first memories are of a white sheet stretched out before him and two metal blades on his feet. Valeriya used to talk about the feeling she got skating, making it sound so wonderful. In Russian society, everyone was the same. But when Valeriya stood alone in the middle of the ice with everyone in the build-
couldn’t overcome. Denis thought he was done, until a coach said two words he hadn’t considered before. Ice. Dancing. A figure skating discipline drawing its origins from ballroom dancing, ice dancing was about spins and lifts, not jumps and throws. He would have to skate with a partner, which would be different. But he would still be skating, and that was the most important thing. And so, Denis Kondrashin became an ice dancer. And that’s how he ended up in China.
Denis Kondrashin passes on 23 years of skating knowledge to a youngster at the Cheam Skating Club during a weekday practice at Twin Rinks. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
ing watching, with two million more watching on TV, she was different. Under the glare of the spotlight she was somebody. Intimidating yes. But waiting for the first chords of her music was such a rush. Then, an explosion of movement. Gliding and jumping and spinning — a type of freedom she couldn’t find anywhere else in her life. She wanted her children to have that. Six days a week she took them on a bus to a rink located far from home, and they skated. And skated
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And skated. And skated. School was barely a consideration for Denis and his sisters. He would do homework on the bus, and more if he had free time at the rink. But he had two hours of skating in the morning and two hours in the evening. The bus rides were long and they didn’t get home until late. And no one seemed concerned about how well Denis could read or write or explain the intricacies of the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk. School was at the very bottom of the list. From four years old, his life revolved around that white sheet of ice, and the coaches charged with moulding him into Russia’s next great skater. They pushed him to do it, do it, do it. Don’t give up. Push, push, push. Don’t give up. Try again, and if it doesn’t work, try again. His genetic inheritance identified Denis as a strong candidate to become elite, and those coaches were expected to get him there, come hell or high water. For Denis, there was no way out. l There were times when Denis wanted to give up. The coaches would tell him to do something that he couldn’t do. He would try over and over and over again, never getting it right, and he would get discouraged. The coaches were always pushing, push-
ing, pushing him to get to the next level. It was depressing when he couldn’t meet their expectations. So much time invested and so many looks of disappointment. So many quiet morning bus rides spent fearing failure. He just couldn’t do it. And then, he could. In his early teens, the light finally blinked on for Denis. Like figuring out a Sudoku puzzle for the first time, everything those coaches had been barking at him all those years made sense. And once it made sense in his head, it made sense on the ice. When the coaches told him to jump, he could jump. And land. Without falling on his butt. Which was nice. Looks of disappointment turned to looks of approval. Denis started winning competitions, putting himself back into the conversation as one of Russia’s top young skaters. He started dreaming again, picturing himself winning gold at the national championships. Not Olympics. Politics would keep him out of that. But to be the very best in Russia? There was a point in time where he believed that might be possible. l Denis was 16 years old when he broke his leg. It was a flukey thing. Skating the same routine he’d skated dozens of times before, he went up for a jump and lost
an edge on the landing. The physical pain was excruciating, but the mental pain was far worse. After years of work, just when things were coming together, it was all over. Denis was looking at a full year of recovery. By the time he could (optimistically) resume competing, he would be 17. He would be off the radar for 12 months, an eternity in a what-haveyou-done-for-me-lately sport. And if he did come back, they would wonder. Is the kid going to be the same? Denis wondered the same thing. His youthful aura of invincibility forever shattered, he wondered if he could ever go up for a double-axel again. Figure skating was a sport that required a certain level of fearlessness and now, he was afraid. Denis didn’t want to give up. He wasn’t sure he could give up. Do anything for long enough and it becomes a part of you. He had spent 13 years on the ice, training to do this one thing. What would he do if he didn’t have skating? And yet, was it possible to get past the fear? He could close his eyes and visualize himself gliding into a jump, leaping into the air and spinning around and around. He could see himself coming down and, CRACK! Another break. Another year. A massive mental hurdle he
l It was an ice dancing show that brought Denis to the world’s most populous country. Graduating from grade school, he figured it was time to give up skating for good and do what the grown-ups did. Go to university. Get a job. Get a wife and a family and an apartment. He was ready to do that when he got an offer he couldn’t refuse. An ice dancing show would bring him to China for nearly 12 months. For the chance to continue doing what he loved, he might have signed on for free. But these people were actually going to pay him. Money! To skate! He couldn’t sign the papers quick enough. Adulthood postponed, and off to the People’s Republic for a lifechanging year. l Denis had never been outside of Russia until that year. His family took vacations, but never felt compelled to venture beyond the borders of the world’s largest country. So he didn’t really know he was missing anything until he wandered the chaotic streets, soaking in the sights and sounds of a culture that was so completely foreign to his own. Every day brought a different discovery. Denis had always considered Moscow to be a nice city and he thought it perfectly normal for the people who lived there to dress the same, do the same jobs and live in the same cookie-cutter apartments. Continued: GOLDEN/ p26
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When he got back to Russia, everything was different. Moscow was still a nice city, but it was boring. It wasn’t that everybody dressed the same, it was that no one was allowed to be different. Anyone who dared to stand out in any way was viewed with hateful and jealous eyes. Denis watched his parents live their lives. Slava and Valeriya woke up, went to work,
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came home, ate the same food as everyone else in Russia and went to bed. They were living in this box, the same box he had lived in for year. But now, he was looking at things from outside the box. What once was normal was now suffocating and he wanted out. ● China was one thing. At least it was on the same continent. But Canada? Denis looked at a map of the world and put a finger on Montreal. A Russian family was searching for an ice dancing partner for their daughter. If he agreed, they would fly him to Canada and provide him with food and lodging, and make sure he had absolutely nothing to worry about. It sounded to Denis like they were offering
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the moon. But Canada? He had tried Russian university life for two weeks and found it abominable, and he knew exactly what the future held if he stayed. A boring in-the-box existence, living just like his parents and everyone else. But Canada? He looked at the map again. ‘It’s big enough,’ he thought. The Russian family in Montreal had made many promises that sounded so great. They would provide him whatever he needed and help him navigate the Canadian immigration process. He could become a Canadian citizen, carve out a life of his own, and have the greatest adventure of his life. Soon he was on an airplane crossing the
Atlantic Ocean, thinking back to his world history classes and the country with the unique red and white flag. ‘They live in things called teepees,’ he thought, folding his hands like a tent. ‘They hunt buffalo with bows and arrows and it’s cold. It’s going to be different.’ Denis was shocked to see millions of lights as his airplane neared the Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. He was more shocked when he got off the airplane, collected his bags and walked outside to see highrise buildings dotting the horizon. ‘Wow,’ he thought. ‘Wow.’ There was no turning back. Catch part two of this series in the Thursday Chilliwack Progress sports section.
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Resident Manager Wanted mature couple for live-in resident manager position in Chilliwack for 60 unit building. Qualifications required: *3 to 5 years experience *Knowledge of RTA *Knowledge of Dispute resolution. *Rent Collections *Banking *Cleaning of common area & vacant suites *Minor repairs, electrical, plumbing, etc. *Painting Only those qualified will be contacted for interview. Please email resume to: donandsally@shaw.ca
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HOUSEKEEPING STAFF P/T & F/T DAYTIME
P/T PERSONS required. Must have plumbing & electrical experience. Or Paint / Home Decor
Must be able to work weekends.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
ASPHALT SHINGLE ROOFERS
Admin. Assistant required
at Cheam Village, a long term care facility, located in Agassiz. This is a temporary position for approximately one year maternity leave starting May 2013. Applicants must have excellent computer & organizational skills. Able to work independently, and above all have great social skills. Duties would include staffing, invoicing, customer service, answering telephones and general office duties. Please submit resume to mgregoire@valleycare.info or fax to 604 796 3844.
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
classified ad in 3 BC REGIONS 66 Newspapers Call 1-866-575-5777
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HELP WANTED
Required for Maple Ridge roofing co. Previous experience is an asset, not necessary - willing to train. Wages Commensurate with Experience. Fax resume 604.462.9859 or e-mail - hirooďŹ ngltd@shaw.ca or Call: Sue 604.880.9210
COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT & DIESEL ENGINE MECHANICS Required for Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. and Western Star & Sterling Trucks of Vancouver Inc. Positions avail. in Surrey. Cummins, Detroit Diesel and MTU engine experience considered an asset.
Union Shop ~ Full BeneďŹ ts. Forward Resume to Fax: 604-888-4749 E-mail:ars@cullendiesel.com EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net. 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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MIND BODY SPIRIT
Krissi & Friend. 1980 Emerson St. Relaxation Massage 604-854-0599.
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LEGAL SERVICES
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WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? $500 cash back to pay off Christmas bills. Good credit/Bad credit. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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Paisley Tax Service (since 1988)
All aspects of Personal Tax Mobile Service for shut-ins
NO HST/GST! Contact John Zillwood Chilliwack - 604-792-7635 www.paisleyservices.com CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS! bcclassified.com 1-866-575-5777
Having a GARAGE SALE? Sell it with our “GARAGE SALE SPECIAL� For more details call 1-866-575-5777
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HELP WANTED
ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
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HELP WANTED
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
HELP WANTED
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PERSONAL SERVICES
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Chilliwack Hospice Society (CHS) is a community based volunteer organization that accepts death as a part of life. We support individuals and families during the dying and grieving process. Job Summary Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is accountable for all aspects of the Society related to leadership and overall management. The Executive Director is responsible to adapt and execute the strategic plan and to directly manage and/or oversee operations, programs, financial reporting, fundraising and communications activities. The Executive Director is accountable to the Board of Directors. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising and will be a competent and engaging leader who can motivate and engage staff, volunteers, partners and supporters. Qualifications: t 1SPHSFTTJWF NBOBHFNFOU MFBEFSTIJQ FYQFSJFODF BU B TFOJPS supervisory and administrative level, ideally in a not-for-profit environment t 3FMFWBOU EFHSFF PS BO FRVJWBMFOU DPNCJOBUJPO PG FEVDBUJPO BOE experience t "O VOEFSTUBOEJOH PG IPTQJDF QBMMJBUJWF DBSF t &GGFDUJWF DPNNVOJDBUPS t &YDFMMFOU TPDJBM BOE JOUFSQFSTPOBM TLJMMT QVCMJD TQFBLJOH BOE writing ability t 1SPĂĽDJFODZ JO UIF VTF PG DPNQVUFST t 4VDDFTTGVM USBDL SFDPSE JO UIF EFWFMPQNFOU BOE FYFDVUJPO PG fundraising programs and in the development and stewardship of donors/sponsors t %FNPOTUSBUFE IVNBO SFTPVSDFT ĂĽOBODJBM BOE QSPKFDU management skills t %JSFDU FYQFSJFODF XPSLJOH XJUI B WPMVOUFFS CPBSE PG EJSFDUPST For more information about CHS, please visit our website at: www.chilliwackhospice.org
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SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT Local CGA accounting firm has an immediate opening for a qualified staff accountant. Position requires experience in file preparation and tax filings for small to medium sized businesses. Candidates require good working knowledge of Caseware~, Sage 50~, Quickbooks~ and Taxprep~, as well as, Microsoft Excel~ and Word~ programs. Our office uses state-of-the-art technology and software, and we are in the process of converting to a paperless environment. Applicants need to possess the ability to deal with clients in a courteous and friendly manner. Remuneration is according to the level of experience. Please reply by submitting your resume by way of email to Mrs. T. Delooff(tiffany@cracga.com)
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LEGAL SERVICES
CLASS ACTION Claim Support Vioxx, others. The Nurses at The Optio Group will help prove your claim and get you the money you deserve.1-855-939-0499; Claims@TheOptioGroup.ca; www.TheOptioGroup.ca.
KIDS & ADULTS
WE WANT YOU! to deliver THE CHILLIWACK PROGRESS
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CHILLIWACK 903-02 Macken, Portage, Valemont, Woodbine, Yale
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SARDIS 920-14 Dorell, Ellwood, Maitland, Paige, Rochester, Spruce
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YARROW 935-10 Devon, Wilson, Yarrow Central, York
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AGASSIZ 970-04 Canterbury, Gerrit, Glenwood, McDonald, Vimy
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The Chilliwack Progress Tuesday, February 26, 2013 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
203
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 548
FURNITURE
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
706
BRANDNEW PILLOWTOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET. In packaging. Incls. Warranty $200! 604-798-1608 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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CONCRETE & PLACING
LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187 BASEMENT LEAKING? Call Protech Concrete for a free estimate. (604)819-0939
260
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
Eastcan RooďŹ ng & Siding •New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad
604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324
356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378
367C
• ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
604-475-7077
283A
• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778
www.treeworksonline.ca 10% OFF with this AD
PETS
BEAGLES, 12’’ size, born Dec 25, tri colour 3 F, 3 M, $650. (604)3160376, tobyscardetail@hotmail.com
PETS
SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done. Ultimate family guardian $800 (604)308-5665
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
• Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
C & C Electrical Mechanical
604-475-7077 HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811
604.799.3428
1 Month FREE Rent
SHELTIE SABLE PUP 1F, white body + spots D.O.B. Oct 19th Sweet & loveable 604-826-6311
REAL ESTATE
Cedar Apartments
HOMES WANTED
Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523
UNDER $100
Used galv. roofing example 12’x20’ $100 other sizes ltd. amount 793-7714 ---------------------------------------------------
FULL PLUMBING SERVICES
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Lab/Shepherd/Rotti x puppies, purebred, 2M/2F, great family pets, $250. Call 604-864-1004.
Are you a backyard mechanic? Great mowers $20 & up 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------No cash needed, fix a mower for us & take one for yourself. 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Gas leaf blower like new $50, gas hedge trimmer $50 choice 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------
PLUMBING
APARTMENT/CONDO
Heritage Square Apartments
PUG avail for stud service. He is a rare silver male, purebred but not registered, $700 or puppy back. Also Golden retriever (not reg.) avail for stud $600 (OFA hips and cert eyes) Mission 604-820-4827
Running this ad for 8yrs
CHILLIWACK/SARDIS
Homelite leaf blower, $35; Maruyama straight shaft string trimmer, brush blade, tool kit, $75. 792-1680 ----------------------------------------------10hp Kawasaki engine, vertical shaft, $75; trailer-load equalizer, bars/clamps, $25. (604)792-1680 ----------------------------------------------Briggs & Stratton, 2� centrifugal pump, $75. (604)792-1680
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WE BUY HOUSES Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We Will Buy Your House, Quick Cash & Private! Mortgage Too High & House Won’t Sell? Can’t Make Payments? We Lease Your House, Make Your Payments & Buy It Later!
604.657.9422
www.webuyhomesbc.com
1 bdrm. from $575 2 bdrm. from $735 Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit. To Arrange a Viewing Call
1.877.409.9874
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
UNDER $200
double bed & box spring, $125; 5 series car bra for BMW, $60. Call (604)858-8375 Wisconsin Robin self priming 2� pump, $200. (604)792-1680
Ref’s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message
HARRISON HOT SPRINGS 1 Bdrm condo with 5 appls, 2 prkg. NS/NP. $700. Avail now (604)826-2006
Insuite storage Laundry on every floor Heat & hot water incl Secure underground prkg
Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St. Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.
Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms
Chilliwack
46030 Princess Ave.
Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt. Ref’s req’d. 604-795-9492 to view
Fresh and clean Recently renovated 2 Bdrm.............$700/mo 3 Bdrm.............$800/mo Available Now 4 appl., secure bldg, small pet negot. Must have ref’s.
NEED TO advertise rental of an apartment? Look to the Chilliwack Progress classifieds, 604-702-5552
Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
CHILLIWACK 46289 Yale Rd, Newmark. 1 bdrm + den, 6 appl., patio, u/grnd prkg. $725/mo. Avail. March 1 . Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077
SARDIS, CENTRAL. 1 bdrm suite, balcony, recently upgraded, clean. Incl. heat, walking distance to shops & transit. $650/ mo. Safe long term tennants. Avail. Immed. Phone 604-791-0211.
Chilliwack, 9280 Mary St. 1 bdrm apt, quiet building, balcony, new paint, hot water, 3 appl, undergrnd prkg, n/p, avail now, lrge balcony, storage, (604)793-9155
CHILLIWACK. one bedroom apartment, in a quiet well managed building 3 blks to 5 corners, elevator. $590/m. Heat/hot water included. Senior oriented. Avail. March 15. Call Yvonne, 604-793-6941
FOR LEASE 380 Sq.Ft. Office Plus use of boardroom, lots of natural light, 45750 Knight road. $650/month
604-391-1987 DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
Chilliwack, 46277 Second Ave, 3 bdrm + den, 4 appl. $800/m, avail. March 1, Ross Fullbrook Royal Lepage 604-792-0077
Chilliwack, 46279 Second Ave, 2 bdrm, 4 appl. $700/m, Avail. March 1, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077
Chilliwack, 9342 Woodbine St., 2 bd S/S duplex, 4 appl., hardwd flrs, fenced, sm pet ok. $700/m Avail Feb 1. (604)824-0264
Chilliwack, 9644 Coote St., 3 bdrm duplex, unfin. bsmnt, lrge. fenced yard, f/s, w/d, 1 bath, pets neg. $825/m, avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077
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HOMES FOR RENT
1 BR house 9116 Edward next to Hospital. Fully reno, 5 app, pet OK, $800, cred chk + 2 refs. 604-4760267
CHILLIWACK 1 bdrm, $550/m, 3 bdrm, $950/m + util. Laundry & parking, very quiet, yard. Avail now, refs req’d, Keith Wilson at Vedder. Call (604)798-3779
Chilliwack, 2 bdrm, fully furn. villa, 1st FW @the falls GCC, great view. $2250/m + $2000 sec. Gerry (780)499-5706.gerr8633@telus.net
Chilliwack cozy 3 bdrm, 6 appl, cls to amen, sep garage, $1300/m. avail mar 1. (604)596-5772
MARBLE HILL, executive home, designer kitchen, 3 bdrm, 3 bath, office, potential entertainment room, overlooking fraser valley in a family friendly neighbourhood, $1900/m. No pets, apr 1 or sooner. Kevin, (604)792-4191
Sardis, beautiful home in exc location, walking distance to schools, huge, fenced yard, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, 5 appl., n/p, n/s, $1500/m + util. avail apr 1. (604)823-2399
746
ROOMS FOR RENT
PROMONTORY large furn’d room, cbl, computer, net. own fridge. Ref. NS/NP $475 incl util. 604-316-2614
750
SUITES, LOWER
Chilliwack, as new cute small studio, util incl. Smoking outside, no drugs. $525/m, sm pet negotiable. Call 604-316-7775 lv mess
Chilliwack Yarrow. 2 Bdrm ste own w/d, d/w, gas f/p, Ns/np. $850 incl util. 604-823-4118, 604-819-8498
PROMONTORY, New 1 Bdrm suite priv. ent. 5 appl. in-suite ldry, $800/mo incl. util/cable/net. NS/NP. Ref. Rqd. Avail. Mar. 1. (604)7984799.
CHILLIWACK AREA, 1 , 2 & 3 bedrooms, family building close to schools, shopping and bus. Parking, cable, laundry incl. small pet ok, avail now. Rob, 604-316-5404.
Sardis 1 bdrm new se, cls to UFV $670 incl util/cbl NS/NP Suit quiet mature single. 604-824-1323
CHILLIWACK
Driftwood
SARDIS: Large 2 bdrm, bright ste, sep entry. $700/mo incl shrd W/D, util., sat tv. NS/NP, quiet Greendale area. Avail Mar 1st. 604-823-6530.
Apts. 9474 Cook St. 2 bedroom and Bachelor suite
751
fridge, stove, window coverings, hot water heat incl., Adult oriented. wheelchair access, elevator, laundry on every floor.
sardis holdings.
604-792-1503 for details
Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd
Chilliwack. Fully renovated incl. new kitchen, spacious & bright 1 bd, balcony, FREE heat h/w, parking, elevator, great Mary St location, from $675. 604-702-0722
(604)858-9832 17 suites -1&2 bdrms
CHILLIWACK. Huge 2 Bd condo in ste laund, D/W, great loc. storge rm. $750/m. (604)393-3519 Chilliwack. Huge 2 Bd condo insuite laundry, D/W, great loc. storage rm. $795/m. (604)393-3519
736
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
CHILLIWACK, 28x40’ shop in Greendale area, $500/m. Call (604)823-6530
HOMES FOR RENT
(off Vedder Rd South)
Heat included, some with balcony views, laminate flrs, quiet, bath bars, free share laundry included, near bus route, close to amenities, n/p, no BBQ’s. Starting at $660/per mo.
736
HOMES FOR RENT
SUITES, UPPER
Chilliwack, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, lg upper flr, reno’d,deck, cls to amen, sm pet neg, n/s, $975+util. (604)596-3666
752
TOWNHOUSES
Chilliwack, 31-5837 Sappers Way, beautiful 4 bdrm, 21/2 bath townhome in “The Woods� at Garrison Crossing, 6 appl. pet negot. avail. now $1400/m Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077
Chilliwack - 9098 Broadway St. 2 bdrm twn. house. off street parking, 4 appl. pet negot. $750/m avail. March 1 Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077
736
HOMES FOR RENT
Chilliwack Rentals HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES
OAK DINING ROOM TABLE 5ft X 3-1/2 ft + 2 leaves. $100: Call (604)847-0780
524
1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $575/m
Clean, quiet building • • • •
CHILLIWACK: 2 bdrm 2 bath end unit, 1 storey condo, Oak kitchen, new paint, gas f/p. Low strata fees, $224,900, 778-809-0757.
706
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
338
648
1 bdrm, avail now. Adult oriented. Heat, hot water window coverings incl, most suites with balcony, laundry on 1st flr with elevator, (604)824-0264 9430 Nowell St.
Cheam View Apts
RENTALS
PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx 150 lbs. $950. Call 604-302-2357
Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $550 + util., Fridge & stove. Avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077
CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cup pup, blonde & white, male, 9 weeks, ready now. $650. 604-794-7347
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Chilliwack quiet sec lge 2 br inste ldry. $750-$775; new wood floors, deck. Avail. now. 604-703-1401
Starting @ $550/m
DifďŹ culty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
Chilliwack, newly reno’d, inste W/D, cable, hi-spd inet/wifi, 2 bdrm-$900/m. Avail mar 1. 1-778994-8734 or 604-792-0749
• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? •
MISC. WANTED
MOVING & STORAGE
GET the BEST for your MOVING From $45/hr Licensed & Insured Senior Discount 778-773-3737
1 bedrooms suites, upmarket quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hook-ups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p. Suits available now.
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES
LANDSCAPING
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.
2 Bdrm apt $800/mo. New F/P, floors, kitchen, bath & newly painted. Lndry facils onsite, and walking distance to most amens. We are members of the Crime Free Multi Housing Association. The onsite mgr will require ref’s. Sorry no pets. Please call 604-835-1788
Broadway Maples Apts 9473 Broadway St. 604-819-6229
RENTALS
715 CHILLIWACK Newly reno’d,
Call Verna, 604-819-0445
MISC. FOR SALE
UPPER VALLEY BOBCAT Services. (604)316-6791
320
Newly updated, large, 1 & 2 bedroom, 2 bath condos in secure and well maintained building. Secure parking, elevator with wheel chair access. Walk across the street for shopping, next to library, park. Includes 3 appliances, window coverings, insuite storage, laundry on every floor. Onsite manager. Available now. 604-792-1506 for details
Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!
Elliptical, Nordic Track, revolutionary console incl. 12 trainer workouts, all paper work incl. never used. $650. (604)794-3734
ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018
300
MORTGAGES
8am - 4pm
16hp V twin Vanguard engine, horizontal shaft, $500. (604)792-1680
477
MR. FIX IT. Electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, ext painting, flood repairs, decks, general contracting and more. Ask about our special offers (604)798-5082
636
Fri. March 1 Sat March 2
374
removal done RIGHT!
45810 First Ave., West
Heat/hot water * On-site Mgr. Adult Oriented * Elevator Large Storage Area * No pets Wheelchair access * Onsite laundry * Digital cable * Security cameras * Parking, apt. ins. required. 1 bdrms available now!
44970 Bedford Pl
560
TREE SERVICES
LAKESIDE COURT
Sardis
Valley Power Sweep. Sanding, salting and de-icing. 3 trucks available for dispatch. Call (604)792-8003
HANDYPERSONS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
GARAGE SALES
New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $66,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960. Glenbrookhomes.net
APARTMENT/CONDO
CHILLIWACK
9462 Cook St.
furniture, household items
SOUTH SWANSON HOME Services, no job too small. Call (604)845-4389
287
551
SNOWCLEARING
TREE & STUMP C & C Electrical Mechanical
MOVING - DOWNSIZING Furniture Sale Many items. Items include 10 pce dining room set, electric Yamaha organ, coffee & end tables. Lots of garden tools. Filing cabinet. Various ladders, 13 cu. ft. upright freezer, 6 pce silverware set. Quilting fabric, Call (604)791-2179
706
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BEGER Eric Arthur
Eric passed away peacefully on February 16, 2013 in Cascade Hospice. He was born in North BEGER Kildonan, Manitoba, November 12, 1934 to Fred and Janina Beger. Eric is lovingly remembered by his wife, Lorraine of 57 years, daughter Lynn Kroetch; son Rick (Maretta); grandsons, Justin, Jordon and Jared Beger; sister Erica Culin; brother Elmer (Peggy); brother in law, Bud (Paulette) Nielsen and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by both parents and sister Elsie Regehr. In his younger years, Eric was a heavy duty equipment operator and worked in the construction of the tunnels on hwy 1 through the Fraser Canyon. He then spent 13 years as a grapple operator, loading logs both at the head of Harrison Lake and in the mountains west of Hope. In the early 70’s Eric turned his hand to stone masonry and soon stated his own ornamental stone company. After his stroke 11 years ago Eric became a self taught painter, and many of his works decorate family walls. His wonderful sense of humour will be remembered by all who know him. The family would like to thank Dr. Kishi for his years of care, and a special thank you to Dr. Son and all the Drs. and nurses in Chilliwack Emergency and in the ICU. Thank you to Dr. Bull and all the staff at Cascade Hospice for the wonderful care they gave Eric and to our family. By request, there is no funeral. The family will hold a graveside service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to the Chilliwack Hospice.
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BERGMAN Melvin R.
Melvin R. Bergman passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at Eden Care Home in Chilliwack at the age of 96 years. He was born January 30, 1917 in Langham, Saskatchewan. Melvin is survived by Lorraine, his loving wife of 65 years; two sons, Kelvin and Gregory; daughter, Beverly (Ken) Whitely and two grandchildren, Denise and Kevin. He was predeceased by his parents and two sisters. A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. If anyone so desires, please consider a donation in lieu of flowers, to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC Yukon, 2239C McAllister Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 2A9 or to the Alzheimers’ Society of BC c/o 9291 Corbould Street, Chilliwack, V2P 4A6. Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344
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JANIEWICK Peter Joseph
Peter passed away on February 15, 2013 at age 81. He was born February 6, 1932. Peter is survived by his JANIEWICK brother, Jimy (Joan) Janiewick of Chilliwack; his sister, Jane (Roger) Muir of Rosedale; nephews, James Janiewick, Les Muir, Cory Miles and Dustin Miles; his nieces, Bonnie (Mike) Davis, Cindy (Robert) Wiebe and Vivianna Wiebe. We thank the Eden Care Centre staff for their excellent care and support. Private family services to be held at Henderson’s Funeral Home. Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344
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LOVEJOY Doris Iona
nee Goodfellow June 25, 1929 February 19, 2013 It is with great sadness the family of Doris Iona Lovejoy announces her sudden passing on February 19, 2013. Doris was born in Cutknife, Saskatchewan on June 25, 1929. Married Ben Lovejoy in Hamilton Ontario in 1954 and had 4 children. She moved her family to New Westminster BC in 1969 and worked at Woodward’s until its closing. She moved to Abbotsford in 1991 and Chilliwack in 2004. Doris was pre-deceased by her husband Ben and her grandson Edward Owens. She is survived by her son Michael, daughters Denise (Brent Daggit), Paula Milino (Doug), and Lori Lovejoy (Darren Moore), 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and her loving companion, her dog Smudgie. The family extends their gratitude to all those who assisted following the accident and rescued Smudgie. In lieu of flowers, it would be appreciated if a donation be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Milino, late of Chilliwack, B.C. Joe will be lovingly remembered by his family, wife Patricia, sons Frank of Kelowna and Doug (Paula) of Chilliwack, grandchildren and great grandchildren, his brothers Pat of Duncan, B.C. and Jack of Calgary, Alberta and many friends. Joe was pre-deceased by his loving wife of 55 years Cleo and his sister Mary Vogt. Joe was a Veteran of WWII and worked in the automotive industry until his retirement in 1983. An avid sportsman all his life and golfed into his 90’s. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Cascade Lodge for their special care. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Details will be announced when those arrangements have been made. In lieu of flowers, it would be appreciated if a donation be made to the Diabetes association.
VANCHA Elizabeth
Our Beloved Mother Elizabeth Vancha (Baba) passed away peacefully on February 12, 2013 VANCHA with family by her side. Elizabeth knew her savior Jesus Christ and shared her beliefs with family and friends alike. She was born in Regina, Saskatchewan on August 25th, 1940. Elizabeth was a vibrant and intelligent lady with a zest for life; she loved to spend time with family & friends. She worked as a seamstress and she could be found knitting, crocheting or doing some sort of crafts in her spare time. She had a very loving and giving heart and would help anyone, in any way she could. Some of
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the happiest times in her life were when she served others. People were drawn to her because she had such a gentle manner and genuine kindness towards her fellow man. She was predeceased by her father & mother John & Annie Lactin and her brother Fred Lactin. She is survived by her brother John Lactin, sisters Helen Sookerukoff (Peter) and Joan Saviskoff, daughter Natasha Gilbertson (Gil), sons Robert Sookerukoff, Darcy Vancha and daughter Angela Vancha, Grandchildren Destinye Garbet (Kris), Contessa Sookerukoff, Jesse Vancha and Brendan Vancha and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers or donations the family asks you to pay it forward, in a random act of kindness to someone in need in her memory. Elizabeth’s final wishes were to be cremated and to have no service.
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Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
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St. Thomas’ Anglican Church SUNDAY SERVICES
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New Life Christian Church Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.
8:00am BCP Communion 10:15am BAS Family Service, Music and Communion 46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young 604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com
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FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700 SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11 a.m. Evening Service - 6 p.m. Wednesday Service - 6:30 p.m.
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2002 FORD FOCUS SE, loaded, AirCared, 156K, private, $2900 obo. Call: (778)565-4334
SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH
2011 Ford Focus, 4 door, auto, silver, very low miles, $15,000 obo. Call (604)795-5968 Over 350 used cars, trucks, and trailers, starting at $1000. Gardner GM Chevrolet, Hope, BC. 1-800929-9511 dealer # 7287 or view @ www. gardnergm.com
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2007 HARLEY SPORTSTER Factory custom, 74 cube (1200) big bore by Denco Cycle, Bassani pipe, windshield, sissy bar, leather bags. 27,000km, one old guy owner, $7450 obo (604)817-1945
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2008 Kawasaki Teryx 750, roof, half windshield, 3500lb winch, 150 hrs on it; 5x10 utility trlr, like new, $10,900 FIRM. 1 (604)880-9962
Sunday Worship 11:00 am Rev. Willem van de Wall
Please take notice that in accordance with the warehouseman’s lien act, there will be sold by public auction by Morrow’s Moving & Storage (1976) Ltd, 8905 Nowell Street, Chilliwack, on the 13th day of March, at the auction rooms of Big Valley Auctions, unit #426157 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove, BC, and at subsequent sales thereafter until sold, goods belonging to the following: Tracey Lee 6198 Highway 3 and 93 Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H5 Dated at Chilliwack, BC, this February 26, 2013 Morrow’s Moving & Storage 1976 Ltd. 8905 Nowell St Chilliwack, BC, V2P 4X3
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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. $5,500. 604-625-7761 Aldergrove.
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
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TRUCKS & VANS
2007 Chevrolet Uplander LS - V-6 7 pass, Air, Tilt, Cruise, PW, PDL, CD. $5850 Like New(604)556-4242 2007 FORD RANGER, ext cab, 2wd, auto, air, 6 cyl, matching canopy, 200 hwy km, well maintained. $6500. 604-316-7285
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AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
BigSteelBox.com, 37400 North Parallel Road, Abbotsford, BC claims a Warehouse Lien against Andrew Scott of Chilliwack, BC for arrears of container rent amounting to $1533.80 plus any additional costs of storage that accrue. If not paid in full the contents, household goods and electronics, will be sold or disposed of March 15, 2013.
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ROMAN CATHOLIC CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S
8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 Weekday Mass: 8 a.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m. , 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Youth Lead Mass: 6:30 p.m.
NOTICE OF ELECTION
UNITED CHURCH
The Chief and Council of Squiala First Nation have called an election to fill a vacancy for the position of Chief Councillor for a three year term.
CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH Super Duty, Crew Cab, Diesel, Loaded. Stk#P1157 ONLY $37,990 Call Kevin today 604-792-2724
Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 am
MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am The friendly place at Yale & Quarry! 2-13T CH26
The nomination meeting will be held at the Squiala Community Centre on Friday, March 15th , 2013 from 6pm to 8pm. Candidates are reminded that unless they bring a current Criminal Records Check to the nomination meeting, they will not be eligible to stand for election. The election will be held at the Squiala Community Centre on Thursday, March 28th, 2013. Voting hours are from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
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Sr. Citizens’ Building, corner of Cook & Victoria Al McCutcheon 11:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICES
That household goods, furnishings and personal effects located at 45648 Storey Ave, Chilliwack, B.C. V2R 4E6, will be disposed of on Saturday, March 2, 2013, unless their account is settled in full prior to this date. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to: The Manager, Access Mini-Storage Ltd. (604) 824-0030.
1998 Subaru Forester, AWD, auto., heated seats/mirror, p/w, p/s, trade considered, $4200. 604-792-0218
Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED
CHILLIWACK CHURCH OF CHRIST
Amber Archibald Danielle Baptiste Dale Hatch Corey Hlavach Louise Howe Nashir Kassam Edward Vanderveen
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Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm
SARDIS FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH 9:15 • Worship Services 9:30 • Sunday School 11:00 • Worship Service
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Classes - 9:30 am Worship Service – 10:50 am Sunday School – 9:30 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda
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12’ Lund alum boat, oars, 9.9hp stroke merc w/8 hrs on it, mini Kota elec motor, like new. $4100 FIRM. Call 1 (604)880-9962
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3 BR + 1.5 BA & fenced back yrd For more info call Mike @ 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or email: wb@raamco.ca
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NEWLY RENOVATED $990 PER MONTH + UTILS
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10:30 am - Celebration Service Main House & Video Cafe
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We Have 2 Playgrounds for your kids And are “Pet Friendly”
Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages
AUTO FINANCING
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2010 Tundra Ltd edition 4x4, 4 dr, leather heated seats, option, backup camera, $33,500 (604)845-6242
MENNONITE
Pastor: Rob Brown
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Phone: 604-792-2724 44954 Yale Road. W., Chilliwack www.murrayhonda.ca
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