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John Martin (left) and Laurie Throness, MLAs-elect for Chilliwack and Chilliwack-Hope respectively, arrive at their victory party at the Best Western on Tuesday. For more on the election, see page 2.

Cuts loom for research centre Agassiz councillor fears eventual station closure

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Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Agassiz's Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre is undergoing a major cut to its roster of scientists.

According to an email from an internal source at the centre, notice was given last week that 16 positions will be cut from the 124-year-old research station, and that as few as five scientists will remain working at the site. Currently, there are 11 scientists and dozens more staff members working on everything from insect rearing to poultry research.

Located on Lougheed Hwy. in Agassiz, the facility consists of 310 hectares, research greenhouses, an arboretum, and the longest-

running weather station in the province, dating back to 1889. It is also the only dairy research centre in Western Canada (co-located onsite with the UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre), and is one of two dairy research establishments in the entire country.

A call made to the Research Station director was not returned directly, however Agriculture Canada public relations responded.

Ag Canada would not confirm the number of jobs cuts, or why, but replied in an email saying: "AAFC managers and human resources specialists are meeting with employees impacted to provide them the information, tools and support they need. The amount of

time this process can take varies for each employee according to the situation."

AAFC calls this a "work force adjustment situation" and indeterminate employees are covered by provisions of an agreement, found on the Treasury Board Secretariat website. Reasons listed on the website under "work force adjustments" are a lack of work, discontinuation of a function, relocation in which the employee does not wish to relocate and alternate delivery initiatives.

Still, the reason for the cutbacks was not made clear in the Agriculture Canada's response.

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agricultural minister. The minister was not made available by press time.

Kent Coun. Lorne Fisher feels these cuts could be the death knell for the station.

"There have been cuts going on," he said. "But this one is more abrupt and of a much larger magnitude … we're down to where they think they can get rid of us without protest."

Fisher spent 35 years as a research scientist in Agassiz, and has kept his ties with colleagues and friends through his retirement. He knows firsthand how important the work done in the station is to the Canadian public, conducting Continued on 3

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Throness ready to take on riding New MLA has working history with Chuck Strahl Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

The entire province seemed shocked by the Liberal sweep that took over the polls on Tuesday night, and Laurie Throness was no exception.

“I wrote three speeches,” he said. “I wrote a concession speech and I wrote a victory government speech,” and a third one in case he won, but the Liberals fell.

“I was not expecting the Liberals to form government,” he admitted.

And when he was named the ChilliwackHope MLA, it was a complete surprise.

“It was amazing,” he said. “It feels gratifying.”

On Wednesday afternoon, he was still busy with volunteers taking down election signs and cleaning up the campaign office.

PUBLIC NOTICE TO WAIVE PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT NO. 1484, 2012 The District of Kent has waived the holding of a Public Hearing to consider “District of Kent Zoning Bylaw 1219, Amendment No.1484, 2012” as it complies with the District of Kent Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1207, 2001 pursuant to Sections 890(4) and 893(1) of the Local Government Act. Zoning Bylaw No. 1484, 2012 has received first and second readings by Council.

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Lot 1 and Lot 2 EPP21049, Subdivision Plan of the North Half Legal Subdivision 16 Section 9 Township 4 Range 29 West of the Sixth Meridian New Westminster District That Portion of the East Half of the South East Quarter Section 16 Township 4 Range 29 West of the Sixth Meridian Which Lies to the South of the Harrison River New Westminster District

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Subject Property This proposed bylaw and any relevant documents to be considered by Council may be inspected between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding holidays, from May 10 to May 27, 2013 inclusive, at the reception desk in the Municipal Hall located at 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC. Written submissions will be presented to Council prior to consideration of third reading of Zoning Bylaw No. 1484, 2012 at its Regular Council meeting scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on May 27, 2013.

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MLA Laurie Throness says experience with former MP Chuck Strahl will come in handy as he begins his work as a public servant.

Throness admitted he’s not really sure what happens next.

“I’m still wondering that myself,” he said,

laughing. “I expect someone will call me.”

He’ll have to set up a constituency office soon, he said, so that

people know where to find him.

“I’m really looking forward to being a servant to Chilliwack-

Hope,” he said. “Public service is why I was elected and I’m here to find out what (the people) want me to do.”

This was the second time Throness ran in the Chilliwack-Hope riding as a Liberal candidate. Last year, he lost to NDPer Gwen O’Mahony in a byelection.

But he’s not new to politics. He ran for a position on the Vancouver School Board in 1993, and lost by 500 votes.

“The next day, Chuck Strahl phone me and invited me over to his place,” he said, and from there, Throness worked with Strahl and learned from him.

“I really think things happen for a reason,” he said. “All of this political experience I’ve gained can now all be put to good use for the public.”

Liberals secure majority government BC Liberal candidates in the Chilliwack ridings will be part of a majority government in Victoria, after joining a stunning upset win over the BC NDP Tuesday night.

John Martin cruised to an easy victory in the riding of Chilliwack, while Laurie Throness won in Chilliwack-Hope.

They will join a majority Liberal government – something few pundits were expecting before the polls closed Tuesday evening.

Said Martin: "Did we kick some left-wing socialist butt tonight or what?"

The race was tightest in Chilliwack-Hope – a riding that the NDP only won in a byelection last year. But despite an early lead, incumbent Gwen O’Mahony finished nearly 15 per cent behind Throness, capturing only 6,884 of the votes cast compared to Throness’s 9,533.

For O’Mahony, the sting of the loss was evident. As supporters watched hopes of a majority NDP government fade, she reflected on her loss.

"We respect what the electorate had to say and who they wanted to represent them. So, I congratulate Laurie Throness," said O'Mahony.

"This was a difficult place to be in. Over the year of being MLA, people talked as if I was going to be around forever. As a politician you have the face that fact that you might lose."

She said she's proud of what they've accomplished.

"We had such wonderful goals if we had formed government that I think they are still very important.

Now is not the time to feel badly," said O'Mahony.

The mood at the Liberal headquarters was decidedly different.

"I feel humbled that ChilliwackHope has placed its confidence in me and I will not disappoint them,” said a beaming Throness.

“It's a humbling and very proudful experience for me."

Pre-election polls predicted a comfortable NDP majority, and the Liberals' win came as a surprise even to supporters.

“Now is not the time to feel badly” Gwen O’Mahony Chilliwack school board trustee Heather Maahs was shocked when she joined the celebratory party at the Best Western.

"I'm really happy to see the Liberals get back in, for economic reasons, to start with," said Maahs.

"I think it's economics. Because Adrian Dix was talking about raising everybody's taxes. I don't think that went over."

The NDP's win in the 2012 byelection in Chilliwack-Hope, when O'Mahony took 42 per cent of the vote to Throness' 32 per cent, seemed to have been a protest.

"There was some dissatisfaction.

There was a split in the right-wing vote ... The leadership took note, and wrote its platform to correct

those issues," said Throness.

In the 2005 general election, the Liberals won both Chilliwack MLA seats with 57 per cent of the vote, and 75 per cent in 2001. This year's victory is a return to the status quo.

In Chilliwack-Hope, BC Conservative Michael Henshall finished third with 11 per cent.

Despite the loss, Henshall said he remains committed to helping build the party.

"We are a grassroots party provincially," he said, as early numbers trickled in. "But we've doubled our presence since 2009."

"I have a resolve to see a Conservative party established in this province."

Finishing third in the riding was independent candidate Ryan McKinnon with four per cent of the vote. The Hope resident attributed his 784 votes to his rough-aroundthe-edges approach, which resonated with voters.

"It's not as polished. People can relate," he said. "Running for the first time, having no signage and having not a lot of publicity, I was quite happy with the result."

The Liberals have swept through the Fraser Valley with force, claiming every seat from here to Surrey, and displacing established incumbents such as independent John van Dongen in Abbotsford South.

The initial count shows the Liberals with 50 seats, and the NDP with 33. The Green Party won its first ever legislature seat, and another went to an independent.

The BC Conservatives received no provincial representation.

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The Agassiz Research Station has been operating locally for 124 years, and the original building is pictured above. The current facility holds open houses each summer where the public can see what research is going on.

'We're going to have a pretty serious fight': Fisher publicly funded research and contributing to food safety and security. But he also knows the impact that hundreds of employees have had on the community of Agassiz. Like Fisher, many of the scientists have stepped up as community leaders in their free time and in retirement.

"The research station has contributed a lot here over the years," he said. "All the major players in this community, in the last hundred years, came from the research centre."

The station has helped Agassiz keep its farming industry strong, and is a major player in the widely popular Agassiz Fall Fair. For a few years, the fair was even held at the station — then called the Dominion Experimental Farm.

It's a key part of this community, and Fisher isn't about to watch it fizzle out.

"I feel the long-term plan is to wipe out the research branch," Fisher said. "The next step is that somebody like myself will have to do something about it."

While it could be risky for current scientists to rally against the cuts, Fisher said he has no reason not to speak out. He also feels qualified for the job.

"I've done it before," he said.

In 1995, the research station

was slated for closure and Fisher and a few others (including thenmayor Wes Johnson and Ron Dinn) banded together to fight for its survival. That resulted in UBC purchasing the dairy centre. Today, the research station scientists and staff are a major boost to the dairy program.

It's unclear yet what effect the changes at the station will have on the UBC program.

Hopefully it won't come to that, Fisher said, as the scientists haven't been told to leave quite yet.

"In order to turn this around, we're going to have a pretty serious fight. It will mean going up against (Stephen) Harper and his policies.

I think he's wrong but, he is the prime minister."

The Canadian Press reported last week that the National Research Council has been told by the federal government "to focus on practical, commercial science and less on fundamental science that may not have obvious business applications."

But research needs to be carried out independently from business, Fisher said. "(Harper) does not feel government should provide research services for the general population," Fisher said. "He feels industry should do it all. This really becomes an issue for food science and food safety. I'm

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a bit biased because I spent 35 years in the science side of things. But industry will just do what has shortterm profit."

Fisher's first step in trying to swing the government back in favour of Agassiz's research station will be contacting MP Mark Strahl.

The Observer also contacted Strahl.

While an assistant said he is aware of the issues at the station, he could not provide comment before press time.

Another step to drumming up support is through the B.C. government, which has not proven fruitful in recent years, Fisher said.

He added Agassiz and the farming industry needs to promote itself.

"We don't promote ourselves well enough," he said. "We desperately need to re-establish high-profile programs, and the only way to do it is with significant input from the provincial government and the universities."

He said premiers of western provinces are also going to have to stand up and defend their programs.

There are 19 federally funded research stations across the country, including the next closest dairy program in Lennoxville, Que. Fisher has heard of other western stations being hit by staff reductions in past weeks, including Summerland, Kamloops and Lethbridge, where the cattle program operates.

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Opinion Our political system is broken when only half vote Another election has come and gone, and once again half of those eligible to vote in this province didn't bother.

And who can blame them?

In a political system where candidates like the NDP's Gary Holman (Saanich North and the Islands) can win a seat with just a third of the popular vote, is it any wonder the majority feel like their votes don't count?

When the BC Liberals can win a clear majority in the legislature with fewer than half the votes, and thus dictate legislation for the next four years unimpeded, is it any wonder why the other half feel completely disenfranchised?

When the Conservatives can garner close to 80,000 votes and still have no representation in the legislature, is it any wonder why so many British Columbians feel like they don't have a voice?

Of course, representation means nothing in the provincial legislature if you are a member of a minority party.

Because every vote in the legislature is whipped, there is no opportunity for meaningful debate, and no chance for good ideas to be heard, should they

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come a member of the opposition.

When a majority government consistently votes in the legislature along party lines, as every ruling party in B.C. has done for more than 60 years, then what we have is little more than a dictatorship, dressed up to look like democracy.

So if every vote in the legislature is predetermined by the party in power, why have MLAs vote at all?

If no meaningful debate takes place in the legislature, which is the reason it exists in the first place, and instead happens only behind closed doors by party insiders, why is the legislature even necessary?

The provincial government could save millions in MLA salaries and pensions by doing away with this farce of an institution.

Keep the building of course. It could be turned into a museum, a monument to what democracy once was.

Something is very wrong with our political system, and low voter turnout is symptomatic of this. The fact is, if you're not with the winners, you're a loser, and your voice doesn't matter.

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Clark’s win confounds the ‘experts’ B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – The pollsters, pundits and the self-styled rebels of the B.C. Liberal Party were struggling for answers as their conventional wisdom went out the window on election night.

In came the B.C. Liberals and Christy Clark for a fourth term, with a 50-seat majority that is stronger than the one they took into the 2013 election.

“Welcome to the club,” Alberta Premier Alison Redford wrote on Twitter on election night, referring to Redford’s own win in the face of a wall of polls and pontificators saying she was done.

Here’s the next thing to ignore from the media experts who rub shoulders with those pollsters and political strategists. It’s all

about the negative ads, they will say, and NDP leader Adrian Dix’s big mistake was to run a “positive” campaign.

Rubbish. Was their long fight against the harmonized sales tax a positive campaign? Is piling on sham environmental reviews for the express purpose of killing industrial projects a positive idea?

“Clearly our message didn’t get out the way we wanted it to get out,” Dix said after watching one of the biggest comebacks in Canadian political history.

That’s rubbish too. He got his message out just fine, serving it up in bite-sized pieces in a classic front-runner’s campaign that cynically put off the most difficult choices. He was going to expand government, and restrict industrial development to appease urban voters.

Dix’s most dramatic policy shift contributed to his undoing.

Mid-campaign, in a decision

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that surprised even his platform co-chairs, Dix turned against the proposal to twin the TransMountain oil pipeline that winds across B.C. from Alberta to Burnaby. Well, not the pipeline itself, but the prospect of more oil

“Dix’s most dramatic policy shift contributed to his undoing” tankers in and out of Vancouver harbour.

At least now, more people will understand that Vancouver has been an oil port for nearly a century, and that Canada’s future includes energy development.

More people should also appreciate that environmental assessment is not a political game.

Andrew Weaver made history

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as B.C.’s first Green Party MLA. He came out swinging against Clark’s economic holy grail, development of liquefied natural gas exports from the North Coast.

Weaver calls LNG a “pipe dream” that will never materialize.

It will be interesting to watch him as he is proved wrong on that, and then as he grapples with gas as a transition fuel that can be used to develop clean energy infrastructure.

B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins ran a distant third in his Langley constituency, and his goal of a breakthrough didn’t materialize anywhere. His idea of scrapping the carbon tax on fossil fuels didn’t impress many people, despite his focus on rural and northern B.C. Clark should heed the NDP on at least one thing. Dix promised to move B.C. election dates to the fall, starting in 2017. The idea of giving his anticipated government an extra six months OFFICE HOURS Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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to govern the province was uncontroversial when Dix proposed it in his party’s election platform, so Clark will probably proceed with it.

Another NDP idea Clark should adopt is getting the corporate and union money out of election campaigns. She likely won’t, because her party’s financial advantage is too great, but the time has come for this important reform.

The B.C. Liberals’ muchdiscussed “balanced” budget will now be put to the test over the next few months. The legislature must be convened by September to debate that budget.

This should be the last vote based on an untested budget, and the first of many scheduled fall legislature sessions.

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Living on the wrong side of the tracks?

Residents of the "wrong side of the tracks" south end of Harrison just received a letter from Mayor Facio, assuring us we are not forgotten, and assuring us council "remains optimistic" that funding to bring the water system to us MIGHT happen in 2014. Meanwhile, we should be happy for the north end of the village, who received funding to provide an expansion of the water system to treat their water to the national standard.

Guilty conscience?

At the risk of sounding cynical – I'll believe it when it happens. In the 23 years I've lived here, I've had many reassurances

that "good things" – street maintenance etc. – in our part of town are imminent.

I'm still waiting! Water mains WERE run down Hot Springs Road, a big plus for any developer planning new construction in the southern wasteland, but while funds seem readily available for unnecessary footbridges, new village offices, landscaping, construction and reconstuction of "speed bumps", they can't even find the time to cut/ remove the blackberry jungle on village land outside my backyard!

Another summer of fighting their incursion onto my property looms!

According to Mr. Facio, funds earmarked for Esplanade, and I gather all the improvements to the north end of the Village, come from the provincial program known as the Resort Municipality Initiative program.

Somehow, I doubt that program defines only HALF the village as a Resort Municipality!

Are the campgrounds/ trailer parks/mini golf parks, pubs etc. south of Walnut St. NOT dependent on the "Resort Municipality" aspect of Harrison?

As to water quality, it appears I will continue relying on well water till eternity, rather than water "treated to

national standard".

I recently had a new well installed, but the quality did not improve.

I will be replacing my filter soon (a bi-monthly chore). I challenge Mr. Facio to drink the sludge that comes out of my filter – I DARE him.

I'll bet $100 he would not drink a glass of it!

As always, decisions as to funding and spending on all work and projects in Harrison are made by and for the

benefit of those who live in the north end of the village – or who will benefit financially by such works and projects.

It has always been thus.

Disingenuous letters such as Mr. Facio's stating otherwise are a waste of time and money!

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Water flows into the lagoon from Harrison Lake, a design that is hoped will eliminate further breaches.

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Lagoon designed to ebb and flow Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

The lagoon walk is once again passable, now that last year’s breach on the north side of the wall has been fixed.

And the fix includes a new system that will allow water to pass between the lake and the lagoon, explained Ian Crane, Manager of Development Services. So residents shouldn’t be too shocked to see water flowing under the path, especially right now as waters are rising with the spring

freshet.

“It’s designed that way,” Crane said. “What it does is it enables the pressure to equalize by way of allowing water to come through the rocks into the lagoon from the lake. It allows the lagoon to rise and fall as the lake rises and falls, to eliminate any further breach.

Sand was used in the design to help show the flow of the water. Now that the sand has been pushed around, the pattern of water flow can be easily seen and

more rock work can be completed, Crane said.

The lagoon breached last June during high water but the Village chose to wait for funding from higher government before taking on the costly repairs.

The Village of Harrison is responsible for 20 per cent of the repair costs, which will include the lagoon breakwater fix and the waste water treatment plant road restoration. With a total cost of $300,000, the Village’s portion of the repairs will be $20,000.

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About 35 people got their bodies moving in Agassiz as a way to celebrate Move For Health Day last Friday.

C o m m u n i t y involvement is a key component of Move for Health Day, so the District of Kent partnered with Valley Care and Fraser Health to offer Hit the Trail!

— a led, interactive and physical walk through the community's Mountain View trail.

The event included giveaways, prizes and was a beautiful day, said Kristen Patrice, Recreation Programmer for the District of Kent.

In May 2002

the World Health Organization created a global Move for Health Day to promote physical activity. In keeping with its mandate to create a high quality of life for all British Columbians, the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA), with support from Healthy Families BC, leads our province in promoting this global event and the benefits of healthy active living.

On May 10, residents from all walks of life get involved in hundreds of activities hosted by their local parks and recreation departments, communities, schools and workplaces.

Defeating depression step by step

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Participants got moving in the Move for Health Day event in Agassiz on May 10.

The Defeat Depression Walk returns to this area, Sunday, May 26, with a new location.

This year, the event is being held in Harrison and will circle the lagoon for a total of 5.5 km.

Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. and the opening ceremony is at 9:30

a.m., with the walk starting at 10 a.m.

The walk is organized locally and supported by the Mood Disorders Society of Canada. It is open to walkers and runners, and it designed to open dialogue about mental health issues.

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sharing the road with motorcycles Motorcycles are growing in popularity in B.C. with 98,000 bikes insured in 2011 compared to 49,000 in 2001.* But did you know that motorcyclists are eight times more likely to be killed and 41 per cent more likely to be injured in a crash than other road users?** You can protect yourself better and reduce your risk of injury while riding by wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and the right gear.

Whether you’re a rider or driver, remember to be safe, smart and alert while on the road.

Safety tips — for riders Make sure you have the right protection.

Wear an approved helmet: • As of June 1, 2012, it’s the law in B.C. — you must wear a motorcycle helmet that meets DOT, Snell M2005 or M2010 or ECE helmet safety standards. Be sure it displays the proper label and meets safety-helmet labelling requirements.

• Choose a helmet with a bright, visible colour. Add reflective tape to the sides and back for greater visibility.

• A full-face helmet provides the best protection in a crash, as well as protection from wind, dust, rain, insects and debris.

• Avoid buying a used helmet. It may have been in a crash or the damage may not be obvious.

• If you already own a helmet, replace it if you’ve been in a crash, it’s been dropped or it’s showing signs of wear. Also, make sure you check the manufacturer’s manual for the helmet’s expiry date. Wear highly visible protective gear: • The right gear for both riders and passengers includes an approved motorcycle helmet; protective jacket and pants; sturdy gloves that cover your wrists; and boots that protect your ankles. Street clothes offer little or no protection from the elements or in a crash.

• Wear a safety vest or clothing that features fluorescent material or refl ective

striping to help make you more visible, day and night.

Make sure you and passengers are properly seated.

• As of June 1, 2012, the law requires that motorcycle passengers must have their feet on the foot pegs or floorboards or be properly seated in a sidecar.

• You’re responsible to ensure passengers younger than 16 are properly seated.

Anyone who can’t reach the foot pegs is not allowed to ride.

Improve your traction.

A lot of things you regularly encounter on the roads can affect your traction, such as wet roads, gravel, sand, debris, railway tracks, rain grooves, rumble strips, highway crack sealant, painted markings and potholes.

Here are some tips to improve your traction: • Always keep your tires properly maintained and inflated.

• Scan the road ahead for potential hazards.

• Avoid riding in the centre of the lane (where oil and other fluids can gather), or on painted road markers.

Communicate!

• Read vehicle language — never rely on other road users’ judgment, or assume

they’ll respect your right of way. Remember, they may not see you, and even if they do, they may not accurately judge your distance or speed of approach.

• When in doubt, yield the right of way.

• When overtaking vehicles in traffic, be sure to watch for signal lights, front wheel movements or drivers who are shoulder checking or checking their mirrors.

• Do your best to stay out of drivers’ blind spots.

Watch out for intersections.

• One of the most common types of intersection crashes occurs when oncoming vehicles turn left in front of motorcyclists.

When you see oncoming traffic signalling to turn left, reduce your speed and adjust your lane position to avoid a potential collision.

• Never assume the driver has seen you, or correctly judged your speed.

Always signal when leaving a highway.

• If you’re turning left from a highway, signal well in advance of your turn and check your mirrors and make sure you have plenty of space behind. The drivers behind may not be prepared to slow down for you.

Slow down on curves.

• Many motorcycle crashes occur in curves and often involve the motorcyclist going off the road or crossing the centre line into the path of oncoming traffic.

• To avoid this, plan your trajectory prior to reaching the curve, and adjust your lane position and speed appropriately.

Always look where you want to go.

Safety tips — for drivers Motorcycle riders are similar to cyclists and pedestrians. They don’t have the protection of an external frame, seatbelts or bumpers, and they’re sometimes difficult

to see.

Always watch out for motorcyclists.

• Scan at intersections and look carefully for motorcycles, especially those turning left.

• When turning left — look for oncoming motorcycles. Motorcycles can be hard to see, especially at night, at dusk, in bad weather or in heavy traffic. It is also difficult to judge how fast they’re travelling.

If you see a motorcycle approaching, the safest thing to do is yield the right of way.

• Watch the rider for clues — sometimes a motorcycle’s turn signals are hard to see. If the rider shoulder checks or the motorcycle leans, the rider is probably planning to change lanes, adjust lane position or turn.

• Don’t share a lane — a motorcycle needs the whole lane to travel safely, but only share a small portion at a time.

Never try to occupy the space in the lane beside a motorcycle. Leave at least three seconds of following distance when you’re behind a motorcycle because: • Motorcycles have a much shorter stopping distance than most other vehicles.

• Motorcyclists can skid and fall because of poor road conditions. You need to leave plenty of room to stop safely.

• Your vehicle may throw dirt or water in the rider’s face and pose a serious hazard to the rider, so allow plenty of space when passing.

*ICBC data from Aug. 31, 2011 and Aug. 31, 2001. ** ICBC injury data from 2006–2010. Police-reported fatality data from 2005–2009.

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Surviving the storm with a good book in hand If you’ve got to hide from the weather, it should be with an exciting read If there is one thing we know about in the Fraser Valley, it is this: If you wait for the weather to be just right, you won’t be outside an awful lot!

It was really quite a fine weekend, wasn’t it, and I defy many of you to say you weren’t out planting things. Yes, we are ‘supposed’ to wait for May long weekend, but that is just too hard.

It seems worth the risk, and if the slugs and snails (nature’s vacuum cleaners, I have taught my little story time friends) and rain overcome this first go round, then we just try again a couple weeks later.

The trade-off of being outside, seeing wonderful brown dirt with wee sprouts of green is something we can all agree on – just do it.

In the same vein, that

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In the Stacks applies to getting out of doors and enjoying our surroundings in an active and engaged way.

We all know that right at our back door, we have an area that people travel many miles to get to, in order to enjoy its natural beauty and challenges.

There are folks who pay for the kinds of things that we can do on a weekend without hitting Travelocity for advice or taking out a loan.

I talked about this some months ago with one of our favourite adventurers, Chris Cooper, who recently completed his Spirit Dancer voyage around the British Isles.

Chris and Barbara Cooper have been involved in many spectacular adventures and presented them to us over the years at Agassiz Library.

But like all of us ordinary folk, there was a time their adventures involved their kids and the outdoors close to their own back yard.

Chris and Barbara are coming back to Agassiz with something a little different, as they inspire and offer their practical wisdom on how easy it can be to make outdoor fun part of your family life and how to start making your own adventures. Lots of pictures and stories go with

Left to right: Gina, Myronia, Maureen, Robin, Davina, Gerry, Judy, and Marcelin are your 2013 Know-It-Alls. They were promised fame for their efforts, and while not taking home a fortune in cold hard cash, their efforts and those of 72 other trivia experts raised money for children’s summer reading events this summer, including a visit from the HR MacMillan portable SpaceLab planetarium. Congratulations to Team Harem!

this program, and you will come away reading to pack a picnic and hit the open trail! Out and About: Family Outdoor

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Warm weather records were set in early May across the Fraser Valley, and on Sunday, May 5, temperatures in Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs hit 31 degrees. However, more rain is in the forecast through this weekend, according to Environment Canada.

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3. The existing building on site is the existing Fitness/Activity Centre. The Fitness/Activity Centre will remain fully functional during construction. The completed facility (existing plus addition) will be named the Community Recreation & Cultural Centre.

4. The Owner intends to appoint a Construction Manager at-Risk Contractor through this proposal call, to assist in the implementation of the project. The form on Contract for Construction Management will be the CCA Document 5 (1998) Canadian Standard Construction Management Contract Form plus Amendments and Supplements.

5. The Owner will have the right, at its option, to require that the Construction Manager to assume the role of Contractor under a stipulated sum contract based on the bids received from sub-trades, and an acceptable total Contract Price. The Form of Contract for a potential subsequent stipulated sum contract will be the CCDC-2 (2008), including Amendments and Supplements.

6. The remuneration for services of the Construction Manager at-Risk Contractor will be based on:

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7. Selection of the successful Construction Manager at-Risk Contractor will be based on the experience DQG TXDOLÀ FDWLRQV RI WKH 3URSRQHQWV À UP DQG WHDP SOXV WKH SURSRVHG IHHV 8. RFP documents will be available on line at http://district.kent.bc.ca/bik-tenders.html or on BC Bid, after 2:00 pm (local time) April 26, 2013. All enquires are to be directed in writing to Mike Hill, Bingham Hill Architects, mike@bharch.ca.

9. Four (4) complete copies of each Proposal must be received prior to 2:00 pm (local time) MAY 22, 2013, and will be received at: District of Kent Municipal Hall 7170 Cheam Avenue, Box 70 Agassiz. BC, V0M 1A0 Attention Mr. Kerry Hilts, Director of Community Services 10. Proposals are to be completed and sealed on the Proposal Form provided herewith. The Proposal GRFXPHQWV DUH WR EH VXEPLWWHG LQ D SODLQ HQYHORSH PDUNHG ZLWK WKH SURSRQHQW¡V QDPH DQG DGGUHVV Faxed or Email Proposals will not be accepted. The submitted envelope and proposals are to be clearly marked as follows: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK PROPOSAL FOR THE ADDITION TO COMMUNITY RECREATION & CULTURAL CENTRE DISTRICT OF KENT – RFP #2013-05 11. Proposals received after closing time will be rejected and returned unopened. Following the receipt of proposals, the Owner will provide by fax to submitting proponents, a list of proponents who have submitted proposals. There will be no public opening.

12. A Formal Site Visit will be conducted by the Owner’s Representatives on MAY 9 2013, at 11:00 am, local time, starting outside the main entrance to the Fitness/Activity Centre, at 6660 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz, British Columbia. a. In order to not interfere with the on-going operations of the facility, Proponents will not be accommodated at the site for the purposes of this RFP, at any other time. b. Note that the purpose of this site visit is solely to allow Proponents to view the existing site and building. Questions or comments regarding the RFP documents, other than related to the existing facility will not be entertained, and must be handled as enquires as noted elsewhere in the documents. However, following the Site Visit the Architect will be available to discuss the general topic of Construction Management at Risk; these discussions will be informal and will not amend the RFP itself.

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13. Privilege Clause: The District of Kent reserves the right to: a. Reject any and all proposals received in response to this RFP; b. Waive or modify procedural and administrative irregularities due to honest or unintentional PLVWDNHV DV LGHQWLĂ€ HG LQ SURSRVDOV UHFHLYHG DIWHU GLVFXVVLRQ ZLWK WKH 3URSRQHQW c. Negotiate with the Proponent(s) responding to this RFP, consistent with the objectives stated; d. At its sole discretion the District reserves the right to cancel this RFP at any time for any or no reason. If cancelled, the District is not responsible for any costs incurred by the Proponent(s); and e. Accept the proposal that appears to be in the best interest of the District.

ON NOW AT YOUR BC BUICK GMC DEALERS. bcGMCdealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. x/‡/††/*/†Offers apply to the purchase of a 2013 Sierra EXT 4X4 (R7C), 2013 Terrain FWD (R7A), 2013 Acadia FWD (R7A), equipped as described. Freight included ($1,600/$1,550). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Buick GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. GMCL, RBC Royal Bank, TD Auto Financing Services or Scotiabank may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Buick GMC dealer for details. WBased on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ‡0% Purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 84/48 months on new or demonstrator 2013 Terrain FWD/2013 Acadia FWD. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $119/$208 for 84/48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. 0.99% Purchase financing for 84 months on 2013 Sierra EXT 4X4 on approved credit by TD Auto Financing Services/RBC Royal Bank/Scotiabank. Example: $10,000 at 0.99% for 84 months, the monthly payment is $123. Cost of borrowing is $355, total obligation is $10,355. Biweekly payments based on a purchase price of $27,495 with $3,300 down on 2013 Sierra EXT 4X4, equipped as described. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payments and cost of borrowing will also vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. ʒBased on a 0.9%/0.9%/3.6%, 24/48/60 month lease for new (demonstrator not eligible) 2013 Sierra EXT 4X4/2013 Terrain FWD/2013 Acadia FWD, equipped as described. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. OAC by GM Financial. Lease APR may vary depending on down payment/trade. Down payment or trade of and security deposit may be required. Total obligation is $11,022/$19,504/$23,083. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,995/$11,228/$17,037 plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. x$7,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on the 2013 Sierra EXT 4X4 (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. See your GM dealer for details. $1,500/$2,000 non-stackable cash credits is a manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2013 Sierra 1500 Ext Cab/Sierra 1500 Crew. Non-stackable cash credits are available only when consumers opt for the cash purchase of a new or demonstrator model. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing such discounts and incentives which will result in a higher effective interest rate. See dealer for details. Offer ends May 31, 2013. ^Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. ^^Based on latest competitive data available. +The Best Buy seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. †*Comparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Middle/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available, and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ^*For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. ** U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are a part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). †Valid at participating GM dealerships in Canada only. Retail customers only. Offer ranges from 750 to 3,000 AIR MILES® reward miles, depending on model purchased. No cash value. Offer may not be combined with certain other AIR MILES promotions or offers. See your participating GM dealer for details.

Offer expires July 2, 2013. Please allow 4–6 weeks after the offer end date for reward miles to be deposited to your AIR MILES® Collector Account. To ensure that reward miles are deposited in the preferred balance, Collector should ensure his/her balance preferences (AIR MILES® Cash balance and AIR MILES® Dream balance) are set as desired prior to completing the eligible purchase transaction. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer for any reason in whole or in part at any time without notice. ®™Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Inc. and General Motors of Canada Limited. ‡‡Offer only valid from April 2, 2013 to July 2, 2013 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing (during the Program Period) a GMC Terrain, Aztek, Sunrunner, Buick Rendezvous, Saturn Vue will receive a $1,000 credit towards the purchase, lease or factory order of an eligible new 2013 GMC Terrain. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000 credit includes GST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply.

12 Agassiz Harrison Observer Friday, May 17, 2013

AGASSIZ COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE PHONE 604-703-2030

Is pleased to welcome: Dr. Inna Fadyeyeva, Family Practice Physician Starting on August 2, 2013

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Dr. Wayne Phimister, Family Practice Physician Sean Young, Family Nurse Practitioner Marie Weatherby, Family Nurse Practitioner Sue Lawrence, Family Nurse Practitioner Robert Stam, Community Resource Nurse Susan Hutcheon, Dietician Carol Neilsen, Respiratory Therapist Darlene, Reagen, Cherie and Jennifer - Medical Office Staff

Thank you to Dr. Olivia Tseng who will be leaving We look forward to continuing to provide a comprehensive community health service in the Agassiz / Harrison area and we are welcoming new patients at this time.

A bee buzzes around a California poppy in the gardens of Joan and Allan Vogstad on Saturday afternoon.

The Vogstads opened their Agassiz garden for the day to artists and the general public, as a fundraiser for the Historical Society.

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YOUR COMMUNITY YOUR CLASSIFIEDS

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COMING EVENTS

AGM Fraser Heritage Society is holding it’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday May 23, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. at the Harrison Mills Community Hall.

For more info call Douglas 604-796-0414

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES EVENT ASSISTANT In-SHUCK-ch Nation, Deroche has a position available for an EVENT ASSISTANT. Job Description: Working under the supervision of the IN-SHUCKch Days Coordinator, the student will assist with the preparation of In-SHUCK-ch Days. He/she will attend the event on August 17 18, 2013, and assist where needed for this event. He/she will contribute to the community newsletter through monthly articles. In addition to the above noted duties, the student will assist with cataloguing In-SHUCK-ch pictures, writing tax receipts, and in preparation for final reports. The position may also involve assisting in day-to-day office duties.

This individual will have some post secondary education.

Supervision: The student will be supervised by the IN-SHUCK-ch Days Coordinator

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Position Duration: 13 weeks Salary dependant upon exp.

DEADLINE: Until position is filled START DATE: June 3, 2013 Please forward yolur resume and cover letter to: Sheryl Rankel, Office Manager In-SHUCK-ch Nation PH: 604-820-6873 FAX: 604-820-6847 or EMAIL: sheryl.rankel@inshuckch.com

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Assistant In-SHUCK-ch Nation, Deroche Administration Office has a position available for an IT ASSISTANT. Duties include: Working under the supervision of the Information Technology Administrator, the incumbent will be expected to: D Assist with software updates D Install and configure computer systems D Monitor and maintain computer systems D Replace parts as instructed D Work continuously on a task until completion as instructed D Beneficial to have a valid class 5 Drivers License Experience: The incumbent shall be adept in using Microsoft office and familiar with hardware and software trouble shooting. They shall also possess superior verbal and written communication skills. This individual will have some post secondary education.

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DEADLINE: May 20th, 2013 START DATE: June 3, 2013 Please forward yolur resume and cover letter to: Sheryl Rankel, Office Manager In-SHUCK-ch Nation PH: 604-820-6873 FAX: 604-820-6847 or EMAIL: sheryl.rankel@inshuckch.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 for work-at-home. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com.

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Office Assistant Full-Time (Temporary)

Lube Supervisor

Chilliwack Ford is hiring for the position of rapid lube supervisor. If you are a motivated leader and customer service driven with an automotive mechanical background this is the position for you. We offer excellent wages and benefits and an exciting and dynamic work environment.

To apply send your resume to hrdepartment@chilliwackford.com or apply in person to the service department.

MUST be familiar with excel / word. Maintain production, sales ledgers and daily inventories, answer phones, filing, mail, assist with AP/Pay for busy Fraser Valley office. Could lead to a permanent opportunity.

Lube Technician

Chilliwack Ford is hiring for the position of lube technician. $13.34 per hour starting wage plus excellent benefits. Must have basic tools and automotive experience is preferred. If you would like to get your foot in the door to a career as an Automotive Service Technician this is the place to start.

To apply send your resume to hrdepartment@chilliwackford.com or apply in person to the Service Department.

Required immediately a Fully Licensed Autobody Repair person. For a busy expanding autobody repair shop in beautiful Nakusp, BC. Wage negotiable upon experience. Call Kim’s Kustom. 250-265-4012.

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No Experience required.

Tracy 604-777-2195 An Alberta Oilfield Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators.

Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction (780)723-5051.

District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.01 $44.78, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s license required. Submit resumes

by May 31, 2013, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca

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WAREHOUSE

SUMMER Student required for Benjamin Moore & Co in Aldergrove warehouse as shipper/receiver starting immediately. This job requires excellent math skills, shipping experience and physical stamina. You must demonstrate a willingness to work in a team based environment. Forklift training would be an asset. Please fax resume and cover letter to: 604-857-0700 or email: bill.sims@benjaminmoore.com

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+

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

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused.

Fast, Easy, 100% Secure.

1-877-776-1660.

Email grant.tamhilog@shaw.ca Fax:604 796-0318

SALES

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

130

HELP WANTED

130

HELP WANTED

COMING EVENTS

(Canada Summer Student 2013) POSITION IS DEPENDENT ON GRANT FUNDING

WE NEED YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Westcoast Moulding & Millwork, a building product supplier in Surrey has F/Time opportunities for experienced Sales Reps. Any previous sales experience is okay - we’ll teach you the ropes!! If you’re positive and energetic & looking for a long-term career in a progressive & dynamic company we want you! (Punjabi and / or Hindi also considered asset.)

Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience, Full Benefits & THE BEST WORK ENVIRO.

Great Dollar’s Offered for Qualified Candidates.

If you have what it takes?

Please e-mail resume to: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com or fax: 604-513-1194

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

LABOURERS and Heavy Equipment Operators (hoe, dozer, grader) needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces.

Apply to: resumes@gcsenergy.ca or fax to 780-888-2100. More info at www.gcsenergy.ca.

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JOB LENGTH MAY –AUGUST 2013 UP TO 16 WEEKS Must be attending and/or planning to return to high school/college/ university in September 2013.

We are a nonprofit community organization serving residents and visitors in the community of Agassiz. The Agassiz Harrison Historical Society manages the local Museum and the Visitor Information Centre.

POSITION: MUSEUM/VISITOR INFORMATION SERVICES DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Assist in the daily operation of the Museum and Visitor Information Centre. · Interact with the volunteers /visitors to the museum and Visitor Information Centre · Provide guided tours, work in the gift shop and handle cash · Help in the coordinating and scheduling of volunteers · Provide administration assistance · Research given topics and assist in the data management of the historical societies archives · Assist and provide assistance in the scanning, and documentation of the historical society database

QUALIFICATIONS:

COMING EVENTS

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills · Proficient in MS office applications · Knowledge in web design and Photoshop an asset · Ability to interact and work well with others and to work independently · Enjoys working with the public · Knowledge on the local community – events, venues & attractions

Power sweeping,power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude.

Burnaby based.

Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract required. Experience beneficial, but will train.

Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988

HELP WANTED

Civil Engineering Technologist II

Remuneration Commensurate with Experience. Some Benefits.

ATLAS POWER SWEEP DRIVERS

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

1st YEAR to JOURNEYMAN sheet metal workers, plumbers & electricians needed, Kindersley, Saskatchewan.

Top wages, benefits, RRSP’s, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. office@lukplumbing.com 306-463-6707

AGASSIZ HARRISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

DUNLOP, Douglas Weir 1934 to 2013 Doug passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of April 26th 2013 due to complications of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His gentle soul and thoughtfulness will be greatly missed by his nephew Doug and his wife Barb, his niece Stephanie and her husband Doug and his sister-inlaw Marilyn. He will also be dearly missed by his extended family and friends and who live across North America and Europe. He is predeceased by his father Bert, his mother Eudora and his brother Peter.

Doug was born and grew up in Toronto, but moved to Calgary to ½nish High School after which he Moined the 5CA).

He became a )lying Of½cer and ¾ew T-33 and C)-100 ½ghter Mets protecting Canadian airspace from 1 to 1 61. He next trained to be a helicopter pilot logging hours as a bush pilot for Spartan in the N:T, a traf½c report pilot for CH), in Toronto and then became a co-founder/co-owner of Toronto Helicopters and their chief ¾ying instructor where he trained many pilots to ¾y. His 3rd career tooN him to 9ancouver to start a new branch of½ce of ) E CheTue Protectors. ,n retirement he enMoyed life in his beloved Harrison Hot Springs and annual trips to Puerto 9allarta which he photographed discerningly and shared on his popular web site, members.shaw.ca/harrisonhotsprings. Condolences can be posted to facebooN.com/dwdunlop.

Donations in Doug’s memory can be made to Plan Canada in lieu of ¾owers. Martinis at forever.

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MAINTENANCE/LOADER OPERATOR NEEDED. This is a fulltime, permanent position starting immediately at our plant in Princeton, BC. Minimum of 10 years maintenance experience required on a variety of production and mobile equipment.

Experience in a post mill, or small to medium size sawmill preferred.

Must be able to handle a variety of tasks, work well with minimum supervision and be part of the team.

Please submit resumes by fax 250295-7912 or email elizabeth@pwppost.com

ALL FOR

16

$

+ TAX

Call Sarah 604-796-4302

TO APPLY: Please forward resume and cover letter including references by May 10th 2013 to: Email: agassizharrisonmuseum@shawbiz.ca Agassiz Harrison Historical Society Box 313, Agassiz BC V0M 1A0 Attn: Judy Pickard

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PERSONAL SERVICES 182

PERSONAL SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

188

LEGAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

PETS 479

PET OBITUARIES

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

No Credit Checks!

Cash same day, local office.

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

NO CREDIT CHECKS •MONEY TODAY! •$500-$5000 • Instant Approvals • 60 Day Loans • Privacy Assured • Burnaby & Surrey Locations

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257

DRYWALL

Family owned & operated.

Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr.

604-427-2626 or 723-2626

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

BOARDING, TAPING, spraying, drywall repairs. No job too small.

R&B Reno’s. Call (604)866-4594

WG DRYWALL, renos, repairs, TBar ceiling & texture. 20 yrs exp.

Walter, (604)795-9074/604-997-9074

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300

ELECTRICAL

25 yrs in roofing industry

LANDSCAPING

www.mainlandroof.com

www.paintspecial.com

Are you applying for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benfits? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

HELP WANTED

FURNITURE

From $140,000. No time limit to build. Near by lake access. ALSO: 1 spectacular 3 acre parcel at $390,000 owner wants to retire and will carry financing. 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com

636

MORTGAGES

638

OPEN HOUSE

BRAND NEW Luxury Hotel Queen Mattresses by SERTA

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.

• ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

604-475-7077

Eastcan Roofing & Siding •New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad

604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324

374

TREE SERVICES

130

TREE & STUMP

HELP WANTED

Disability Tax Credit Specialist Wanted Abbotsford, Mission, Hope Make fabulous money doing ethical work that helps others $5000 to $10,000 per month in six months. %ased in 9ictoria with regional ofÀces across %&, our team of )ederal 'isability 7ax &redit 6pecialists act as adYocates for clients suffering from chronic medical conditions, working with medical practitioners and the &anada 5eYenue $gency to ensure our clients receiYe what they are lawfully entitled to in the way of retroactiYe and future beneÀts.

5eporting to a 7eam /eader, you·ll network to obtain new clients, proYide them with consultation, and work with their medical practitioners to process the medical portion of the 'isability 7ax &redit &ertiÀcate. :e offer an intensiYe training program for a self-starter with strong networking and marketing skills as well as experience in independent sales, ofÀce administration, eYents planning, research, and understanding medical or disability issues.

Please visit our website and click on Join the Enabled Financial Team for complete details and to apply by June 24, 2013.

• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates

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MOVING & STORAGE

1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas.

(604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

604-787-5915/604-291-7778

338

PLUMBING

24/7 plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB ACCREDITED

call (604)582-1598 bromarv.com

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

FULL PLUMBING SERVICES

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew.

• Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

778-997-9582 MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

• Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

C & C Electrical Mechanical

604-475-7077 CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service • Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

341

PRESSURE WASHING

Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627

130

HELP WANTED

130

HELP WANTED

Notice Of Employment Opportunity

Stó:lo Community Futures requires the services of an Executive Assistant located in Chilliwack.

For complete details, visit our website:

www.stolocf.ca

click on About Us/Job Postings Mail resume and cover letter to: Bldg #10, 3rd Floor, 7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5 e-mail to: sellis@stotlocf.ca or fax to: 604-858-3829 Attn: Rocio Zielinski

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

Bro Marv Plumbing

GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured.

Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737

Linda Chornobay CEO, CSA, Disability Refund Specialist linda@enabledfinancial.ca www.enabledfinancial.ca

800 coil. 3” Pillow Top. In Original Plastic. Leftover from Hotel Order 10 yr. wrnty. $390 604.791.2621 BRANDNEW PILLOWTOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET. In packaging.

Incls. Warranty $200! 604-798-1608

removal done RIGHT!

5-13H S16

FERTILIZERS

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS

Running this ad for 8yrs

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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PAINT SPECIAL C & C Electrical Mechanical

LEGAL SERVICES

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

OKANAGAN

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

www.topdogloans.com 604.503.BARK (2275)

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Squeaky, a well known church dog and dog around town, met his demise by logging truck March 14, 2013. Will be deeply missed.

STO:LO ABORIGINAL SKILLS & EMPLOYMENT TRAINING (SASET) FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK SASET administration office located in Chilliwack, B.C. is seeking a qualified Finance & Administrative Clerk. This person will be responsible for reception, general office duties, and providing support to SASET Finance Administration. Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry. Please selfidentify on your cover letter or resume.

Salary Range: negotiable – Subject to experience / qualifications Type of Position: Full Time position – subject to 3-month probation and annual performance evaluations.

Applications Deadline: Friday, May 17, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.

Interested candidates should submit a resume; cover letter and three letters of reference (work related) in confidence to: Attention: SASET Manager Sto:lo Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training #8A – 7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5 Email: anna.celesta@saset.ca Fax: (604) 824-5129 For complete Job Posting please go to www.saset.ca

560

MISC. FOR SALE

AT LAST! An iron filter that works.

IronEater!

Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com.

Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

PETS

OPEN HOUSE SAT 18 12-3pm 6 beds, 4 baths 5537sqft custom built home. 2.52 Acres near Jones Lake 58261 Fancher Rd Laidlaw Deanna Tall - Remax Little Oak Realty - Ph: 604-908-3222 Email: deanna@deannatall.com

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES 477

PETS

• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? • Difficulty 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 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 GOLDEN DOODLE puppies. Mom is a Golden Retriever (68lbs) & Dad is a Poodle (50lbs). Various shades of gold and blond. Males & females.

Ready to go mid June, raised in home with children. Our dogs are part of our family and life, we hope for the same for our pups. Will have 1st shots and deworming. $950 Mission 604-820-4827.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups P/B. 1st shots, vet checked, dewormed, 8 weeks old, $800. (604)850-3329 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 POMERANIAN - 10 weeks old. 2 black males. 1st shot, vet checked, paper trained. $500 (604)941-2959 PRESA CANARIO PUPS, 1st shots dewormed, 10 weeks, 1 M & 1 F, $900. (778)651-7522

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

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 BUILDING - BLOWOUT CLEARANCE SALE! 20X22 $4,188. 25X26 $4,799. 30X34 $6,860. 32X44 $8,795. 40X50 $12,760. 47X74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca 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

REG. German Shepherd Pups xrays, 16 wks. All shots,READY NOW .1100.00 604 512-3310

REAL ESTATE

SHELTIES: 6/mo Male, 4/yr Male, 3/yr Fem.Sable puppies, ready now Shots/dewormed. 604-826-6311.

625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

AGASSIZ-LAND & BEAUTIFULLY

renovated 2 bdrm mobile home.

New from the studs in! Includes all new windows, new insulation, new oak hardwood floors, new drywall and much more.

Come & look!

Own your own land for $149,900!!

Phone for pics: 604-798-1952 Mt Woodside, Agassiz

ANSWERS

Borrow Up To $25,000

Mainland Roofing Ltd.

May 17, 2013

Own A Vehicle?

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Sudoku

Need CA$H Today?

Always! Landscaping Services, Pwr Raking, Delivery, Spreading, Yard &Rubbish cleanup 604.230.0627

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

AGASSIZ - 1 BDRM, recent reno, coin laundry. $595 avail now.

Wayne, Stratatech Consulting LTD. 604 799 0259

AGASSIZ - 2 bdrm, 2 balcony, $725/m + util . N/P, N/S. DD & refs req’d. (604)799-3898 AGASSIZ- 2 BDRM condo, Responsible tenants, n/s, n/p. Ref Req. $750/m + DD (604)797-4473 AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe Manor 1755 - #9 Hwy

Spacious 1 bdrms avail. now, $579/m.

Parking, coin laundry & elevator.

Smal pets upon prior approval, refs required.

Call 604-703-3405

HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated, $575/month and $595/month includes utilities. Avail now. Call 604794-7132

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KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS

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GARAGE SALES

Agassiz

Garage Sale!

GARAGE SALES

HARRISON Hot Springs May 18 & 19 May long weekend. Neighborhood garage sales in the vicinity of Balsam Ave. and Clover Place.

Household items, furniture, crib, tools, antiques and collectibles, golf items, plants etc. 9:00 AM.

Harrison Hots Springs

Air conditioner, electric fireplace, Adirondack chairs, and more!

Cedar & St. Alice May 18 & 19 9am - 4pm

Agassiz Garage Sale!

Relay For Life Fund Raiser Garage Sale Team BC B’s

Unit #11 1530 McKay Cres.

Village Gate Sunday, May 19 & Monday, May 20 9am - 3pm Mini bar fridge, window air conditioner, furniture & kids toys

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Multi Family Garage Sale Maple Crescent, Agassiz

Saturday, May 18th 8am - 3pm

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From a Yamaha race bike, to household items!

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

810

AUTO FINANCING

CHILLIWACK WAREHOUSE 5,400sf. @ $4.50sf. + 3N 5 offices & 2 bathrooms.

Two 3 phase & single phase power.

1 bay door 12 x 12. (604)941-2959

752

TOWNHOUSES

AGASSIZ: New Townhouse for rent, by owner. 3 Bdrms 3 Baths $1150/month incl utils. W/D, NS, NP, Refs and DD Required.

Available June 1st.

Email ja548356@gmail.com

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

TRUCKS

W W W. M I L A N I N O R M A N . C O M 150+ USED CARS & TRUCKS!!

1-888-534-4745 A+ BBB RATED

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

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1-800-961-7022

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604-796-2705 24 HOUR LICENSED SERVICE

604-796-2834 Service to all makes of washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers & refrigerators

PLUMBING SERVICES

BUDGET MAINTENANCE

Everblooming

• Interior/Exterior

• WEEDING • PLANTING • DESIGNING • FLOWER BED MAINTENANCE Residential

Finishing

• Rock Fireplaces

• Laminate Flooring • Renovations • Doors & Windows

Annette

Free Estimates 604-997-1165

Trades 2/Landscape Horticulturist

604-796-8377 exteriorscapes@shaw.ca

H O L LY W O O D LANDSCAPER TREVOR OLEKSY

Head Greensperson

• Power & Soft Wash • Gutter Cleaning

Proudly Serving The Valley Film & Television Greens Services Residential & Commercial Landscaping

• Window Washing • Painting

Insured & Experienced 604-796-3965

K.C.’s Roofing & Construction

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1990 Honda Accord EX, WOW! looks brand new, 93K, 1 owner, no accidents, stored in garage, $10,000 OBO, Wayne 604-5948581

2006 FORD F350 crew cab diesel 4X4 auto long box runs good ST#282 $10,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT CREW cab diesel 4X4 auto long box runs good ST#309 $14,900 2009 GMC HD QUAD cab 4X4 auto long box runs good Only This Week St#274 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab 4X4 auto diesel only 156K ST#17 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto long box only 160Km st#310 $15,900 2005 CHEV 2500 HD LS cr/cab Duramax diesel leather 4X4 auto ST#190 $15,900 2007 FORD F350 XLT, crew cab, diesel, 4 x 4, auto, short box only 162K, ST# 826. $15,900.

2008 2007 FORD F150 XLT super crew 4X4 auto fully loaded ST#348 $15,900 2007 FORD F150 XLT super crew 4dr 4X4 auto very low kms only 86,100 fully loaded ST#348 this week only$16,900 2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto short box ST#275 $18,900

YOUR SOURCE FOR QUALITY LOCAL PROFESSIONALS

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7233 Gerrit Place Saturday, May 18 9am - 3pm

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1991 HONDA ACCORD 4 dr, auto, sedan, Aircared, ST#378 $1,900.

1996 HONDA CIVIC, 2dr auto, fully loaded, ST#322 $2,400 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4dr sedan auto Aircare low km ST#313 $2,900 2002 DODGE Grand Caravan 7 passenger, Aircared, ST#362 $2,900.

2002 CHRYSLER NEON 4dr auto Aircared, sunroof, runs good. ST#147 $2,900 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. Fully loaded, 4 dr sedan ST# 379 $3,400.

2005 FORD TAURUS auto fully loaded air care low kms only 99km ST#318 $3,500 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr auto low kms, ST#274 $3,900 2003 CHEV IMPALA 2dr, auto, aircared, full load, ST#376 $3,900 2005 CHEV OPTRA 4dr hatchback, auto, aircare, runs good, ST#356 $4,400 2004 HYNDAI SANTA FE 4/dr auto, loaded st#370. $4,900 2007 PONTIAC MONTANA 7pgr Van runs good no accidents ST#312 $4,900 2006 PONTIAC WAVE 4dr auto sdn low kms fully loaded Aircare ST#353 $5,888 2007 HYUNDAI ACCENT 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, runs good.

ST#364 $6,900.

2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 passenger, auto, roof rack, low kms. ST#372 $6,900.

2006 SATURN ION 4dr auto sdn fully loaded ST#349 $6,900 2007 FORD FUSION 4DR auto, loaded ST#250 $6,900 2006 CHEVY UPLANDER ex 7 pgr fully loaded ow km dvd ST#342 $6,900 2008 KIA SPECTRA 4dr auto hatch back fully loaded ST#352 $7,777 2008 NISSAN SENTRA, 4dr, auto, fuel loaded, low kms.

Only this week. ST#332 $8,900.

2007 JEEP COMPASS 4dr auto 4X4 Aircare loaded ST#336 $8,900 2009 CHEV IMPALA 4dr auto, loaded ST#325 $8,900 2008 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr auto low km fully loaded st#332 $8,900 2006 DODGE CHARGER SXT 4 dr, auto, leather, fully loaded, ST#365 $10,900.

2009 NISSAN SENTRA low km 4dr auto ST#328 $10,900 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr sdn auto full load low kms ST#331 $11,900 2010 DODGE CARAVAN 7 pgr, fully loaded, roof rack ST#355 $12,900

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v the comfort of clean:

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debra cornish 604.798.0480

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Rubbish & Scrap Removal • 7 days per week •

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• FREE ESTIMATES • Rubbish removal • Yard clean up • FREE appliance & metal pick up • Batteries & cars pick up - cash for some

• Complete collision & glass services • Courtesy Vehicles • Express repair facility - all insurance company estimates written here

Call Joe anytime 604-316-0760 or 604-796-8360

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16 Agassiz Harrison Observer Friday, May 17, 2013

DISTRICT S C PAGE G COMMUNITY NEWS COVERING MAY 2013

Our Leisure Guide is available online at www.district.kent.bc.ca/pdf/ leisure-guide/leisure-guide.pdf Hard Copies can be picked up at the Fitness/ Activity Centre, Municipal Hall, the Ferny Coombe Pool or the Agassiz Library

Recreation at a Glance •DINOSAURS GALORE• Thursday May 30 at 1:30 p.m.

•HANGING BASKET WORKSHOP• Tuesday May 28 at 6:00 p.m.

•INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY• Monday May 27 at 5:45 p.m.

Register at the Fitness / Activity Centre or call 604-796-8891 At the Pool

Next Council Meeting: Monday, May 27, 2013 – 7:00 p.m.

Proclamation: Mayor Van Laerhoven proclaimed the month of May, 2013 as “MS Awareness Month” in the District of Kent and urged all citizens to take part in activities and observances designed to increase awareness and understanding of MS and by providing care, treatment, and support to those suffering from this disease.

•FREE SWIM• Monday May 27 at 7:00 p.m.

NOTICE is hereby given that the Regular Council meeting of June 10, 2013 is CANCELLED.

•AQUAFIT CLASSES• Saturday 10:45 a.m.

T/Th 6:30 p.m.

For further information please contact the undersigned at 604-796-2235.

Teen Swims Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

Regular Admission Rates Apply

Clair Lee Director of Corporate Services

•PRO D DAY SWIM• May 17 •PARENT AND TOT SWIM• Wednesdays in May at 2:30 p.m.

Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz BC V0M 1A0 • Tel 604.796.2235 • www.district.kent. bc.ca