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• Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman says he’s “ashamedâ€? of his council’s inability to compromise on a bylaw restricting the use of propane cannons. • The only cranberry research farm in Canada is doing well with several research projects already underway. • Rajinder Lally is finding new markets for his blueberries, thanks to instant quick freeze technology. • A recent trend toward drier weather has researchers looking for ways to breed plants that are better able to cope. • Farm Credit Canada (FCC) approves $2.3 billion in financing to farmers under age 40 in 2012-13.
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The announcement came as a complete surprise to most, including me, that Minter Gardens in Rosedale will close for good on October 14 after 33 years in business. I asked Brian Minter why he was shutting down what to most of us was not only a beautiful place to visit, but a relaxing and stimulating place that took one away from the everyday cares of the world. Brian told me it was a family decision – a family business decision. “It’s a bit of big picture thinking. Our daughters are now fully involved in the business. And when we sat down as a family and reviewed the operation of Minter Gardens, it became apparent we could not sustain the operation any longer. Minter Country Gardens on Young Road was subsidizing Minter Gardens, because the gardens are a seasonal operation open approximately six months each year. Over the other six months Minter Country Gardens pays its bills.” Brian cited the fact that not being a destination site is another drawback for Minter gardens. “Too many tour buses and people heading out on vacation go right by Minter Gardens to the interior. So we are facing a big decline in tourism revenue.” The exception, he noted was Butchart Gardens in Victoria. They are located in a perfect destination site. A well to do family came in and put the gardens together and did a beautiful job. It is very unique among world show gardens. Brian also noted that plant demand is declining in North America. It was phenomenal in the eighties and nineties, but leveled out by the year 2000 around the world. He stated that for the garden centre industry to survive you need to be creative, innovative, and involved in more of a lifestyle situation. A few years ago Brian visited
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South Africa and returned home praising their garden centres which he considered leading edge where people become involved in other activities besides buying plants. “We often don’t look at the other half of the world. It is not only South Africa, but it is New Zealand and Australia, all of whom perhaps have a greater insight into what the future for a garden centre might look like. The health and wellness factors they incorporated into their operations just boggled my mind. Some of the in-store restaurants were fivestar operations with unbelievable menus.” Just about everybody I’ve talked with is asking what is going to happen to the garden store on Fairfield Island. “Let me assure everybody we are not going anywhere. We do host many, many, community events there throughout the year. You will see some expansion and development. We plan on adding to our retail store and gardens in the future because we do have 28 acres at this location. We have some pretty good ideas which will help us to evolve into something different, likely taking in the new worldwide lifestyle connection. The Perennial Plant Association, which had their national meeting in Vancouver presented Minter Country Gardens with their retail award for 2013. Now we have international recognition, notes Brian. It means
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that whatever we do in the future has got to be at a very high level. We want to give people an amazing experience when they walk into Minter Country gardens. I can’t tell you how many bus loads of seniors come in here to enjoy the smells and sounds, where there is no stress. I’m particularly fond of the younger generation, who maybe don’t have a strong interest in plants, but do have a strong interest in growing their own food.” Brian also is keen to mention the light show during the Christmas season. “We have thousands and thousands of people come in to take the train - it’s become part of their Christmas tradition. So, it’s developing more of those types of things that have some true value to people; making this place a part of their lives with great experiences. We care about this place. We were never about making money, that is not who we are. It’s about being part of our community, doing the right thing the right way, and being the best we can.” Brian has always been in the forefront when it comes to advising and helping others with their gardening. It all started back in the seventies when he appeared weekly on Let’s Talk on CHWK radio. Later he started doing the same thing on Thursday noon with CBC radio. And now he is live for 90 minutes on BBC World Radio 5 about every third week. “I’ve been doing it (BBC World)
for three years on Sunday night. They have over a million listeners who have embraced me as their gardener. Listening to people talk about their concerns and making it an enjoyable helpful fun experience is why people tune in.” One of Brian’s many attributes which has always impressed and amazed me, is his ability to be able to instantly recognize what people are talking about when they ask a question. He seems to be able to provide the right answers off the top of his head. Brian is very modest when asked how he does it. “I’ve learned so much over the years, everything from growing plants to designing plans for people for their homes, to being a florist and able to respond to questions. My goal in life is to do everything. I spend probably 20% of every day in our shop answering questions. People need help and I want to be able to help them and provide solutions to their problems. That’s really the key.” Well, on behalf of the community I would like to say “Thank You” to the Minter family for 33 years of dedication and hard work. And while you haven’t done everything Brian – you have a wonderful team who have done so much to make the gardens truly world class. You and Fay were the inspirational leaders. You gave Chilliwack, BC, and Canada something to be proud of.
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Abby mayor vows to take cannon issue to ag minister Alex Butler West Coast Farmer Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman told council he was “ashamed” of their inability to compromise on a bylaw restricting the use of propane cannons, used to scare birds away from berry crops. The issue of how to enforce or limit the use of the noisy devices left council divided once again. In July, the city attempted to pass a stringent set of restrictions on the use of cannons, which would decrease the hours of operation, the number of shots
per hour and the distance of the devices from neighbouring homes. The vote was split and the bylaw ultimately failed. The issue was sent back to city staff to create a less restrictive set of guidelines for council’s approval. The use of propane cannons is protected by the provincial Right to Farm Act and farmers must currently follow agriculture ministry guidelines, which the city does not have the authority to enforce. To further regulate cannons, the city must create a “farm bylaw” that requires approval from the ministry. City staff’s revision set
out regulations that were closer to the current ministry standards, but would allow the city to enforce the specifications and fine the farmers who do not follow them. But councillors remained split on the loosened restrictions. Coun. John Smith, who pushed for the original restrictions, said that to pass a bylaw that only allows the city to enforce ministry guidelines is to accept the downloading of responsibilities from the provincial government. He added that it would not solve the issues caused by the cannons, like
effects of the noise on neighbouring homes. “I’m not going to accept mediocrity, which is what this proposal is,” he said. Coun. Moe Gill, who opposed increasing limits on cannon use, said he could not support even the decreased restrictions, saying it would put a strain on farmers, and was disconcerted by the lack of consultation with the BC Blueberry Council, which employs liaisons to deal with issues between neighbours and farmers caused by cannons. Banman admonished council for their inability to reach an compromise, say-
ing he was disappointed because “the public wants us to do something.” Council ultimately brought back the original bylaw with full restrictions in order to pass its third reading, so it could be taken to the provincial government for consultation. Though three councillors remained opposed, the third reading passed. City manager George Murray said he and the mayor will present the proposed bylaw to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) convention, which runs Sept. 16 to 20, to address the issue
B.C. opens Canada’s only cranberry research farm The only Cranberry Research farm in Canada is doing well with several research projects already underway. Former BC Minister of Agriculture, John Savage, a Delta resident says the idea for the farm came from Jack Wessel while he was on holiday in Australia. “He called me one evening and said, “you know we have this South Fraser Perimeter Road (SFPR) being built and there is a lot land in the right of way that is excess to requirements’. Jack then asked me if I thought there was a chance we could get some of that land on which to build a cranberry research facility. I took up the suggestion and contacted people I knew who were employed by the Provincial government. I was then directed to meet with representatives from Gateway Construction who were building the SFPR. The Gateway staff was very cooperative and took us out to look at the piece of land. Savage said their key goal was to establish a research operation so they worked closely with Ministry of Agriculture staff, Ag Minister Steve Thomson and Highways Minister Shirley Bond and agreed to purchase the 20-acre parcel that lies between the SFPR and the Vancouver landfill. “It will allow us to put in test plots with different cranberry varieties, monitor how they yield and the differences to disease or pests for all growers from Richmond to Pitt Meadows. We plan to hold field days at the farm over the next year or two where growers can see the progress the different types of cranberry varieties are making, what the yield potential is and whether disease is a problem. We hope to find disease-free varieties. Overall this farm is a big plus for the cranberry industry and hopefully it will produce extremely good results. The peat soil in the farm is excellent and growers will be the ones to really benefit from this enterprise. “A lot work went into getting these test plots established at the Delta farm and the credit should go to Todd May, Grant Keefer and of course Mike Wallis all of whom made this happen. Overall the farm has five bogs and we also have specific varietal U.S. trials in one/fifth of a bog, and in another we have four different varieties in much larg-
with the province. Murray said they will speak to the minister and staff about how they can get the bylaw “with a little bit more teeth” brought forward to the ministry for consideration. Councillors agreed that efforts must be made to develop a bird predation management plan, which would seek to control the population of starlings which feed on berry crops. Banman said the cannons are only a symptom of the real problem, which is dealing with the invasive bird species.
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er quarter acre plots. It is going to be progressive. “We have Malluca Queen,” said Savage, “one of the varieties that has been talked about a lot as a good potential yielder with a good sized berry.” Looking ahead Savage believes the farm will be a benefit both to growers and consumers. “Two, three, maybe four years out we will see what results out test plots produce. Pest control, fertilization, yields, varieties, these factors are all important to increasing benefits to the industry. It will take about three years before a test plant produces a cranberry. By the fourth year we will hit the maximum.” Water is an essential requirement, particularly for the harvesting of the berries. The draw point for the water for the Research farm is on 80th street at River Road near the Alex Fraser Bridge, between there and the Massey tunnels. There is a huge canal on which there are four reversible pumps that control the farms main irrigation supply. If the area should be inundated by a heavy rainstorm the pumps can be reversed and send water back out to the river. Mike Wallis has been working with the BC Cranberry Growers Association since 1999 and is now part of the team looking after the
new research farm. In February of this year he began assisting Todd May and Grant Keefer who he says were the driving force in getting the farm up and running. “When I joined this operation the land had already been cleared, 90% of the drainage and irrigation infrastructure had been installed, but they needed someone on a part time basis to assist with the development of the farm and that’s where I came in because I can work part time. “The experimental plants we got from Rutgers University in New Jersey were planted in June. That was in Bog 3, and in Bog 1 we planted the quarter acre plots of commercially released varieties so we can evaluate those in a standalone situation. We can also do fertility work, pesticide research, pesticide screening, and nutrient management planning on the different varieties and see how they respond in this area.” Wallis continued on saying, “there is no comparison in planting a commercial bog to planting a research bog. Everything at the research farm must be done in detail, and every move recorded. This makes it a very time consuming task. However the long term benefits will make it all worthwhile.” The research farm program will
certainly not replace the work taking place at the Pacific Agriculture Research Centre (PARC) in Agassiz, notes Wallis. But it will provide the opportunity where they can do research on new varieties and established varieties on a standalone basis, and not in growers fields. It also eliminates the problem of trying to conduct evaluation trials in a producing cranberry field. Each of the bogs is about two and half acres in size and is serviced by an underground water distribution system. At present they are pumping from an irrigation canal but that will change once they get power. “We will be building our own pumping station and storage pond at the north end of Bog 1 to service the farm,” says Wallis. Wallis believes the farm is the right step forward for the cranberry growers who are financing it. “We didn’t have any dedicated plots outside of PARC Agassiz, and the federal government seems bent on cutting back on agricultural research. So I think this is a really bold move by the industry and by visionaries like Jack Wessel, John Savage and the group of growers who make up the Cranberry research society. They seized the opportunity to develop this research farm, which is a very forward thinking move in my opinion.”
Federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) agriculture Ministers wrapped up their annual meeting which focused on the potential of Growing Forward 2 to spur innovation and market growth in Canada’s agriculture, agri-food and agri-products sector. “Growing Forward 2 is an exciting step forward for our innovative Canadian sector, providing the strategic investments necessary to advance innovation and broaden our markets,” said federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz. “I am extremely proud of our record of collaboration and dedication to ensuring our farmers, processors and exporters are on a strong footing to take full advantage of the trade and market opportunities emerging around the world.” Growing Forward 2 will help drive transformative change by proactively investing in innovation, market access and development, and regulatory reform. Both levels of government recognize the importance of a strong agricultural and food industry as a catalyst for new jobs and new growth across the country. With sector exports reaching a record $47.7 billion last year, remaining competitive and productive are critical components to expanding trade and generating growth. Growing Forward 2 is complemented by Canada’s ambitious trade agenda, aimed at maintaining and expanding export opportunities in traditional and emerging markets. In this context, ministers also Continued: MINISTERS/ p4
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Agriculture ministers eye ‘Growing Forward 2’ MINISTERS from page 3 reaffirmed their support for supply management. Ministers also expressed their extreme disappointment regarding the U.S. Country of Origin Labelling (COOL) which they say continues to be harmful to the Canadian livestock industry. (See story above.) The ministers committed to addressing whatever issues the agriculture and agri food sector is confronting, from food safety and traceability to insurance and innovation. Working together they will continue to provide effective support to Canada’s producers and processors to ensure the long-term sustainability and prosperity of Canadian agriculture. Ministers discussed directions the federal government is following to improve the regulatory environment for the sector, which will continue to target health, product safety and the environment. Ministers also discussed the control of imported goods, particularly reci-
procity of standards. They recognized the perception of differences in oversight expressed by industry and consumers. They agreed to further examine this subject, while stressing the quality of Canadian products and the strict controls to which all foods are subject. Ministers were given an overview of food safety modernization activities under the federal government’s Safe Food for Canadians Action Plan, which will further strengthen Canada’s world-class system and better protect Canadian families. As part of the plan, the CFIA is moving forward on new, stronger and more streamlined food regulations to bring the Safe Food for Canadians Act into force. The CFIA is also in the midst of a consultation on food labelling modernization. Ministers discussed the strategy for a Food Safety Integrated Sur veillance Network to link federal, provincial and private food laboratories. They endorsed the development of a business
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season to process a crop. Now we are using it to its fullest capacity and we are processing 10,000 pounds of blueberries each hour. It produces a very nice frozen berry.” The tunnel looks like a very nice tractor-trailer, according to Lally. It is amazingly good for processing blueberries. They are quickly and individually frozen in the tunnel that is powered by a 450hp compressor manufactured in Japan. It compresses the
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Research ‘key’ to blueberry future clinical research is important because then the government West Coast Farmer could legally legitimize the Mike Makara is the inter- industry with proven research. im chair of the BC Blueberry Makara says that while health Council. (His term as chair claims were not made directly ended in June.) However since by the BC Blueberry industry, the newly elected chair is busy they have been made by the with his own blueberry crops, media using information from Makara, who is no longer a pro- past research from different ducer, has agreed to continue on fruit studies done around the in the position until the commis- world. sion holds its next meeting. “The eyesight study I believe Makara, a producer for over came out of the Second World 30 years, has been heavily War, one of which was from involved in blueberry industry Japan where the fighter pilots organizations on both sides of were fed a diet of blueberthe border since he went to his ries because it improved their first North American Blueberry eyesight. Also in England and Council meeting (NABC) in Europe they consumed wild 1980. blueberries claiming they “The North American were a big benefit. I’m not Blueberry Council came about sure that the industry has because seven or eight pioneers clinically proven that, but it in the Highbush blueberry is a help. industry were frustrated in the “We want to do our own fifties and early sixties about clinical research to support getting a reasonable return the council and the Canadian for their crop. industry so Oscar Austring, that we can who farmed in legitimize the l the lower mainhealth claims h land area, was and actually a We want to do one of the foundpublish them ing fathers in in the media. our own clinical the group which In Canada and research to support the U.S. there met in Chicago to form the the council and the are laws that North American you Canadian industry prevent Blueberry from makso that we can C o u n c i l ing health (NABC). A vol- legitimize the health claims unless untary organizayou have tion the mem- claims and actually backup studbers that wanted publish them in the ies that prove to participate the claims. media paid voluntary Clinical stud~ Mike Makara ies can cost levies and that money was used as much as a to promote the million dollars m sales of the berfor f one study. ries. It (NABC) The grower T was also a vehibase in BC cle for communicating between is just not large enough in the members so that buyers BC to support this kind of of their berries couldn’t take expenditure. Even though advantage of them. Prior to the we (B.C.) grow 95% of the NABC and the communica- Canadian production we tion it provided, buyers would need to get access to some play one region’s members off of the monies from other against another and drive the growers in Canada. More price down so that growers were importantly we want to be getting next to nothing for their able to levy funds and potenberries. tially collect from all imports “The council has continued of Highbush blueberries for many years until an Oregon into Canada. grower, Mark Hearst, realized “ A m e r i c a n s , that there were other promo- Argentineans, Chileans, are tional orders that were binding, all taking advantage of the set up by the U.S. Department U.S. and the Canadian marof Agriculture. So the NABC kets; exporting into Canada petitioned the USDA to let it and paying no levies. We establish promotional orders. would like to be able to colThis took three years to accom- lect and assess them the plish. same levies they assess our “The NABC Highbush growers, which would be Blueberry Council is now in its well over a million dollars 8th year and is the vehicle that annually to help support our has driven a lot of research to industry and clinical studies aid in driving up the price pro- in Canada.” ducers receive for their berries.” Makara noted that a lot Now Makara and others are of current levy dollars go promoting the idea of forming into plant research because a National Blueberry Council in there are always new pests Canada. being found, like the Spotted Research, according to Wing Drosophila (SWD). Makara is the key to the future He says that where we and has always been a part of really need the research is his long term focus ever since with the varieties that have he first started attending NABC been developed in the U.S. meetings. He stated that now in different climate areas;
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less than half of those developed are suitable for the BC’s climate. When (B.C.) growers plant a variety they have to grow it for ten years before they can determine the viability of the new berry variety. “What we are missing,” says the Chair, “is a top notch breeding program. However, we are now starting to develop one with Michael Dossett at the Pacific Agriculture Research Centre (PARC) in Agassiz. He has some really good trial plots that show some fantastic potential for future planting stock. “Our big challenge is to ensure we retain the services of
Dossett whose tenure at PARC expires on March 31, 2014.” Makara says he is hopeful that an agreement will be in place by the end of the year that will guarantee Dossett job security. “I like his enthusiasm and the fact that he is willing to stay here a long time.” Makara and BCBC Executive-Director, Debbie Etsell, have spent a lot of time over the past few years trying to develop new markets around the world for BC blueberries. Their present focus is on China. Continued: BLUEBERRY/ p11
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temperatures and that led to a high humidity. When you get these conditions you get a lot of bacteria blight - a lot of blossom blight and a lot of botrytis mould which affects the blossom and the buds. It also created an environment where a lot of the buds got burned. Plus when there is a lot of rain the bees don’t exactly want to go out in the rain and work that much.” Makara is confident however that some of the later varieties should produce a very good crop this year. The industry is now pinning its hopes on a good crop of the Elliott variety which had a good bud set and survived the blossom period much better than the earlier varieties.
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“The China process is going very slowly,” says Makara. “The Chinese quality control people, who develop the protocols which will allow us export access for our fresh berries, are slightly protective of their own industry and want to help their own blueberry growers get better established. At the same time, they realize that blueberries are one of the key berry commodities their nation wants to buy. Consumers in China are eager to buy our blueberries. “We (Debbie and I) visited several of the biggest buyers and had meetings with them. They tell us they really want our berries. Our intention with the help of the Canadian government is to work through the protocol demands of the Chinese and get them all the information they require to satisfy them that we have the safest food produced. We are hoping to get access within a year. “Federal Minister of Agriculture, Gerry Ritz, was with us in China this past spring and Canada has now signed an agreement to export sweet cherries to China. Blueberries were second in cue behind sweet cherries and we are now hopefully at the top of the list to get market access into China.” On a final note, Makara says it is disappointing that this year’s crop is not going to generate a high return from the market place. Makara predicts that the harvest will be under100 million pounds and the price under a $1.00 per pound. “The key issue that resulted in an mediocre early crop is the fact that when the berry plants were in bloom at the height of the buds opening we had over two weeks of rain with higher
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Agriculture has opportunities for young people, FCC says Farm Credit Canada (FCC) approved $2.3 billion in financing to farmers under age 40, contributing to record disbursements of $7.7 billion to help customers expand or start their operations in 2012-13. “Young people are beginning to see their place in the future of the industry and FCC is proud to support them on their journey to success,” FCC President and CEO Greg Stewart told customers, partners and stakeholders attending the Crown corporation’s annual public meeting in Westlock, Alberta on Aug. 21. Canadian agriculture will need 50,000 talented and energetic young people over the next five years to fill agriculture-related positions, according to projections from Agcareers.com, a leading supplier of human resource services to the agriculture and food industry. “Opportunities for young people are growing and reflect the overall strength of the industry,” Stewart said. “FCC believes in the strength of agriculture and the agribusiness and agri-food industry.” FCC supports young farmers at various stages through its longstanding involvement with 4-H, management workshops through FCC Learning and lending products aimed at assisting young farmers with succession planning. FCC also provides regular economic outlooks to help producers better
understand how global economic trends impact their industry. “As the world’s population continues to grow and developing countries become more affluent, there will be a growing demand for red meat, grains and oil seeds,” J.P. Gervais, FCC’s Chief Agricultural Economist, told the meeting. “Canadian producers and agriculture businesses are among the most sophisticated in the world and they stand to benefit.” Canada’s agriculture and agrifood sector already employs more than two million people and accounts for about eight per cent of Canada’s Gross Domestic Product, contributing more than $100 billion to the national economy every year. “FCC’s goal is to help our customers succeed and take advantage of the great opportunities agriculture has to offer,” Stewart said. “It’s what inspires us every day.” During the 2012-13 fiscal year, Canada’s leading agriculture lender approved 47,000 loans, with an average value of $162,000. As a result, FCC’s loan portfolio grew by almost $2 billion to $25.1 billion. Other financial highlights discussed at FCC’s annual public meeting include: • net income of $513.4 million, which provides for a dividend payment tothe Government of Canada as well as significant reinvestment in agriculture through increased
lending to customers and the development of agriculture knowledge, products and services • an improvement in the allowance for credit losses at 2.5 per cent of loans receivable, reflecting reduced risk in the loan portfolio and a strong agriculture economy • continued support of the industry for customers needing alternative financing with $73.4 million in venture capital investments Dale Johnston, Chair of FCC’s Board of Directors and a producer from Alberta, said agriculture is a diverse and profitable industry comprised of farmers and agribusiness operators who work hard to deal with an increasingly complex industry. “For more than 50 years, FCC has worked right alongside them, committed to advancing the business of agriculture,” Johnston said. “We are the only national financial institution solely focused on agriculture, and we have demonstrated our commitment to the long-term success of the industry.” FCC holds annual public meetings in various locations across Canada to give the public an opportunity to learn more about the Crown corporation’s performance over the past fiscal year, as well as to ask questions on its future business direction. To view FCC’s annual public meeting presentations, visit www.fcc.ca/ annualpublicmeeting. A full copy of the annual report can be found
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BC’s new Agriculture Minister is Pat Pimm who represents the Peace River North constituency and is a lifelong resident of that area. In his first term in Victoria, he held a number of government positions including member of treasury board; Parliamentary Secretary for the Northeast; Chair of the Northern Caucus and two Select Standing Committees: Aboriginal Affairs and Finance and Government Services. Pimm says he was excited when he was advised by Premier Christy Clark that she had chosen him to be the new Agriculture Minister. “I am the first person from the Peace River area to be named to this portfolio. It’s been six weeks now and I am enjoying my job. Soon after being named minister I headed into a summer session of the legislature. I am also still trying to figure out the different commodity groups that I have to deal with, about 250 of them. It is a pretty big portfolio. I’m looking forward to meeting many of the representatives from the industry during my summer tour. Among the challenges I want to hear about is my government’s efforts to develop new and stronger markets in Asia. I am a strong supporter of our buy local program.” Pimm admits that climate change is a serious issue, but says it hasn’t affected the Peace River area which has a short growing season due to early and late frosts. “The Peace Country is more aligned with Alberta,” says Pimm. “We are not part of the BC mountain range so our growing conditions emulate those found in northern Alberta. Frost can come early – in fact it arrived on October 10 last year, so it does limit our production role that’s for sure. We now grow a lot more canola than we ever have. The cattle industry is big and of course we have the gas industry, mining and forestry, as well as the oil industry contrib-
uting to our economy.” Pimm is eager to learn the issues facing BC’s diversified agriculture industry. “It has got some challenges today. I’m looking forward to an ever expanding industry, presently valued around $10.5 million dollars, and working on a plan to raise that to $14B by 2017. If we can expand the portfolio it means more money in the pockets of farmers.” A first step towards improving financial returns was approval of a tax relief program for greenhouse producers with the provincial government removing the requirement to pay the carbon tax on purchases of natural gas. Going a step further Pimm says new legislation approved this past summer will provide carbon tax relief to all farmers who use their tractors and other machinery, trucks and all terrain vehicles to maintain their farming operations. This measure comes into effect on January 1, 2014. The two measures will mean an estimated $11 million more in farmers’ pockets. The HST federal tax program is gone and has now been replaced by the Provincial PST program. “I think it is fair to say that farmers are unhappy with having to revert back to the PST. The HST would have provided them with a $20M windfall, but they are now forced to pay the PST with all its encumbrances. The new PST program is virtually the same as it used to be. However farmers can now file their documents on-line – they can file both GST and PST at the same time." As to the Provincial government’s plan to develop the Site C project on the Peace River, Pimm thinks it will be good for the BC economy, but he says there are many who oppose it. “I am not going to get into any major discussion on the good or bad points of the proposal. It is something that will have to be negotiated. However there is little doubt the project will change the face of agriculture in the Peace River area.”
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Chilliwack mourns loss of little girl Katie Bartel The Progress Lilee-Jean Putt, the little girl who captured the hearts of thousands in Chilliwack and beyond, succumbed to brain cancer Friday evening. According to a statement made by the family on the Love for Lilee Facebook page, the two-year-old died in her mom Chelsey Whittle’s arms, and with her dad Andrew Putt, of Pardon My Striptease, playing his guitar. “It is with broken hearts we make this post… as of 5:25 p.m., our princess Lilee-Jean Frances Putt, our angel here on earth, is now looking down on us from heaven,” read the statement. “She had a rough day today and is no longer in any distress. She passed away curled up in mommy’s arms, listening to daddy play his guitar.” A candlelight vigil was held at Salish Park on Saturday evening. Candles, cards, and posters lined the outskirts of the pond. A vigil was also held in Harrison. “We are completely overwhelmed by the love for Lilee, and support and love for Andrew and myself,” wrote Chelsey on the Facebook page. Continued: LILEE-JEAN/ p6
Lilee-Jean attended her ‘first day’ of kindergarten at Kent elementary in Agassiz in June. BLACK PRESS FILE
A piece of lumber, signed by dignitaries and employees of Ledcor Industries Inc., makes its way along a conveyor belt during a media tour of the company’s new cant mill, wood chip and bio-mass operation in Chilliwack on Thursday. The wood-processing mill officially opened last week. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
Mill expansion brings Chilliwack jobs A new lumber mill in Chilliwack will add another 25 employees after unveiling its expansion on Thursday. The Ledcor Chilliwack Cant Mill is adding a second shift and doubling its production, officials said during a tour of the facility. “Over the last year, we have been constructing this facility to meet local and global market demand for cants, wood chips and bio-mass,” said Paul McElligott, President, Ledcor Resources and Transportation Ltd.
The Ledcor Chilliwack Cant Mill processes logs from the Cariboo-Chilcotin, Vanderhoof, Thompson Rivers and Cascades forest districts by manufacturing multi-dimensional cants, quality wood chips and dry hog fuel. Cants are typically a 4”x 4” to 2”x8” square wood product at 8 to 13 feet in length. However, the Chilliwack mill has the ability to create products of varying size. Ledcor sells its cants to customers in Canada, the United States and China.
“I’m impressed by how well this facility exemplifies what the province is doing to diversify B.C.’s markets, create jobs and grow the forestry sector,” said Steve Thomson, BC Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations who toured the mill Thursday. “I welcome Ledcor’s innovative approach toward utilizing this often over-looked fibre supply and ensuring that every inch of the felled tree is put to use.” Chilliwack MLA John Martin
was also on had for the tour. “I commend Ledcor for locating this pioneering cant mill on the Fraser River in Chilliwack,” said Martin. “It is the only saw mill in the area and it is creating many new local jobs. Ledcor is a great addition to our diverse local economy.” Ledcor began construction of the new mill in 2012. Ledcor’s forestry division, includes fellers, truckers, mill operations and management employees over 100 people.
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Four cases of measles confirmed, more suspected in Fraser Health Infected patients from Burnaby to Chilliwack have rash-forming disease Jeff Nagel Black Press A measles outbreak in the Fraser Health region has prompted a broader warning to residents and health professionals to be on the lookout for the disease. Public health officials say four confirmed cases of measles have turned up in Burnaby, Surrey, Abbotsford and Chilliwack and several more patients have symptoms consistent with measles. Fraser Health is investigating to see if the cases are linked.
So far there’s no known source of exposure to measles – most infections are normally from travel to another country. “These people haven’t travelled so we really have no idea where they picked it up from,” said medical health officer Dr. Michelle Murti, adding the new cases are unrelated to each other. All the recent cases were either unimmunized, incompletely immunized, or didn’t know their immunization status, she said. Anyone born after 1956 should have two doses of measles-contain-
ing vaccine, although many have had just one or none at all. The new cases in Burnaby and Surrey each had one vaccination, which Murti said underscores the case for getting two doses. Advice and vaccinations are being offered to anyone who may have been in contact with those infected, and anyone who is unsure about their measles immunization can get the vaccine for free from doctors, clinics and some pharmacies. There were three cases on Bowen Island and Whistler in June. And in August Fraser Health warned that a measles-infected visitor to Abbotsford Regional
Hospital exposed about 60 women and newborns in a post-natal unit. The disease is most serious for infants, who die at a rate of one for every 3,000 infections in developed countries. It’s much worse in the third world, which accounts for most of the 150,000 annual measles deaths worldwide. The risk of fatalities as well as significant complications like pneumonia and brain inflammation is why health leaders encourage vaccination. Measles are highly contagious starting one to two days before symptoms show up and continuing until four days after the classic measles rash begins.
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The droplets from coughs and sneezes can remain airborne in a room for one to two hours after the infectious person has left. “People can spread it without even knowing that they’re ill,” Murti said. Anyone who develops measles symptoms – starting with a fever, runny nose, cough and red, watery eyes – is urged to stay home and not expose others. Fraser Health has put up signs in its facilities warning that anyone arriving with those symptoms should advise staff immediately so steps can be taken to prevent infection of others.
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Jessica Peters Black Press Search and Rescue crews from Chilliwack, Kent-Harrison, and Mission were unable to locate a missing boater Friday after his craft capsized in Fraser River. Kent-Harrison Search and Rescue president Marv Anderson said the man went into the water at about 5:45 a.m., just north of the AgassizRosedale bridge. A second person who was in the boat managed to swim ashore and walk to get help. “The other man disappeared,” Anderson said. RCMP confirmed that a 911 call came in 6:38 a.m. from a fisherman. The two fishers were setting out drift nets when the 12-foot skiff they were standing in destabilized and overturned. They both attempted to swim for shore but only one made it. Crews started their search just before 7 a.m. They searched the water by boat, jet skis and helicopter, in the areas between Hatzic Lake and Agassiz. The air search was called off shortly after it began due to dense clouds in the area. Anderson said the river is a difficult area to search, due to limited visibility. “You always hope he’s crawled up on a riverbank and that’s where we checked first,” Anderson said. The man was not reportedly wearing a life vest. The man is presumed drowned. No name has been released.
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The man involved in a six-and-a-half-hour standoff with police on Wednesday in Abbotsford was the subject of a public warning last month in Chilliwack after breaching his bail conditions. RCMP warned on Aug. 6 that Bernard William David Barton, 37, could be armed and dangerous. He had failed to turn up at a treatment centre in Chilliwack where he was to reside as part of his bail conditions. Barton had been on the lam since then, and was wanted on three warrants – two for breach and one for allegedly stealing a vehicle. His long criminal history also includes serving a 14-year sentence for his involvement in a 1998 botched home invasion that resulted in the death of Ted Charles Green of Abbotsford. Barton and co-accused Frank Joseph Federici invaded Green’s home on Halloween 1998. Federici carried a knife Bernard Barton and Barton was armed with a sawed-off rifle. A fight ensued with Green, and he was stabbed 11 times, while his common-law wife witnessed the struggle. Federici and Barton were each charged with second-degree murder but pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of manslaughter in June 2000. They were each sentenced to 14 years, and were both released on conditions. The standoff on Wednesday took place at a rental home on Catalina Crescent at Cordova Avenue, just south of Marshall Road. Const. Ian MacDonald said police were called just before noon for an apparent domestic dispute. Barton was initially believed to be in an upstairs bedroom, but later moved into the attic. Over the course of the standoff, police made several attempts to coax Barton out of the home. Once it was determined that Barton had moved into the attic, police emitted pepper spray into the space, resulting in him surrendering at about 6:30 p.m. Barton was taken from the home in handcuffs and treated for the effects of the tear gas and pepper spray.
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Prime Minister Harper, while not committing to any military aid, agreed with Obama’s intent to send a message to the Syrian regime. Canada is one of 12 nations that signed a joint statement on the crisis in Syria during last week’s G20 meeting in St. Petersburg, Russia. They condemned the horrific chemical weapons attack and called for a Margaret strong internationEVANS al response that this kind of atrocity cannot be repeated. The European Union also agrees that the Syrian regime orchestrated the bombardment. There is no doubt that in the early hours of August 21st President Bashar al-Asad ordered simultaneous multiple chemical weapons attacks using the nerve
agent sarin on 12 suburbs of Damascus. The attack took the lives of over 1,400 people including more than 400 children. There are strong intelligence sources behind these statements and a clear pattern of Syrian regime use of chemical weapons has been well established. There is no credible evidence or intelligence that the opposition has the capability or hardware to launch a chemical attack. “We have assessed previously that the Syrian regime used lethal CW (chemical weapons) on 14 occasions from 2012,” wrote Jon Day, chairman of the U.K.’s Joint Intelligence Committee in a released report to Parliament. “This judgment (of the August 21st attack) was made with the highest possible level of certainty following an exhaustive review by the Joint Intelligence Organization of Intelligence reports plus diplomatic and open sources.”
According to the U.S. Government’s intelligence resources, President al-Asad’s regime maintains a huge stockpile of numerous chemical agents including mustard, sarin, and VX and has thousands of munitions that can deliver these agents to multiple, simultaneous targets. Why did the attack happen? According to the U.S. Intelligence report, the Syrian regime has been trying to break a stalemate with the Syrian Armed Opposition in strategically valuable territory in Damascus where they stage attacks on regime targets. The belief is that, frustrated with repeated failures, al-Asad opted for the chemical attack. UN scientists have now collected biomedical and environmental samples from the attack sites which have been delivered to four European laboratories for analysis where scientists are working around the clock to get
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Chilliwack spoiled by too much litter I have noticed more garbage than ever here in Chilliwack. New subdivisions like Lindys in Sardis has construction going on right now and I am sure we could fill quite a few garbage cans. Most of it is caused by construction workers. Construction sites seem to attract a lot of coffee cups all different sizes, plastic cups, bags, paper, boards, nails, clothing (gloves, shirts, running
shoes) and food wrappings. If you look at any construction site here in Chilliwack you will see what I mean. No one seems to keep an eye on this mess. You think our city would remind these people that this is not acceptable and maybe give them a nice little fine, I think that would be incentive enough don’t you think? Vedder Trail and the Vedder River are full of broken bottles,
cups, straws, candy wrappers, fishing lines and paper bags full of dog poop. I am not sure if it is due to the lack of garbage cans on the trail or people just don’t care. At one time we used to see a lot of signs with fines if you litter is that not the rule anymore. Why do we have so much litter doesn’t anyone care! Angele Pomerleau
Loss of Minter Gardens would be a tragedy I am responding to Mr. Epp’s request to express my view on saving Minter Gardens. It would be a tragedy to lose the amazing and inspirational gardens that the Minter family has created and I fully support any effort to save them. As residents of Chilliwack and season’s pass holders, my mother and I have enjoyed the gardens for many years. They are an amazingly uplifting place to visit and the change of seasons and the ever-
inspiring floral displays are a joy to behold. As an avid gardener and amateur photographer, I really appreciate the unbelievable amount of planning and work that goes into maintaining this pristine environment. All my out-of-town visitors love the gardens and I have had many conversations with visitors from around the world who are full of awe and admiration for the gardens. As a top ranked tourist attraction, Chilliwack cannot
afford to lose Minter Gardens, any more than Vancouver can afford to lose Stanley Park. But it goes way beyond that. We, as humans in today’s stressed out world need more, not less, uplifting and enchantingly beautiful and safe environments to spend time in and replenish body, mind and spirit on a regular basis. There is no way that a dollar value can be placed on the benefits we derive from this gem that the Minter family has so lovingly
created for the world to enjoy. It is not fair that they alone should carry the financial burden during these economically depressed times. The loss of Minter Gardens would be a tragedy beyond words so our hopes go out with a clarion call to a much needed philanthropist with a vision to match that of our very own hardworking and respected visionary, Brian Minter and family. Margot Kiefer, Chilliwack
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Chilliwack stop on the road to end childhood cancer Greg Knill The Progress The cyclists were a little wet and weary, but their enthusiasm was resolute as they neared the finish of the first leg in a journey that will take them across Canada. Their trip will be arduous, agreed Chris Collins, an MLA from Moncton New Brunswick. But the importance of their trek will soothe any sore muscle and raise any flagged spirit. The riders were part of the Sears National Kids Cancer Ride, which pulled into to the Chilliwack Sears parking lot at around 1:30 Thursday afternoon. They had left the shores of White Rock earlier that day, bringing with them stones they had gathered from the beach. The 24 cyclists will carry the rocks with them during their 17-day ordeal, tossing them back into the ocean when they reach the Atlantic 7,000 kilometres away (ironically at a place called Black Rock, Nova Scotia). But they’re carrying more than rocks. They’re bringing a message and the conviction that the time has come to end childhood cancer. Each rider must raise a minimum of $25,000 to participate in the ride – money that goes entirely to the Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation and its effort to improve the survival rate and quality of life for children and their families affected by cancer. During the past two years the Sears National Kids Cancer Ride has raised $2.5 million, making it, “the biggest charity cycling event in the world on behalf of children with cancer.” For Bruce Crooks, the reason for the ride is something he sees every day. As a pediatric oncologist at a Halifax hospital, childhood cancer is part of his everyday working life. “These are who we are riding for,” he says, waving his arm toward the sandwich-board signs that line the cyclists’ arrival route.
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Each sign carries a photo and a story of some young person whose life has been interrupted by cancer. But while Dr. Crooks has seen the heartbreak of the disease, he’s also seen the hope, and the possibility that one day no parent will have to hear the news that pains him so much to deliver. Writes Crooks in his blog: “As I said to a mother, not too long ago, as she had just been told her child had leukemia, ‘This must seem to be the worst day of your life. But I’m here to try and make it better for you.’” I wish I never have to say those words again. That’s why I’m rid-
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“Over the summer, we saw an increase in demand at some price points,” said Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB) President, Jesse Hildebrandt. “We particularly saw a lot of strength in the $300,000 to $350,000 range, where 29 sales were completed. This may be due to indications that interest rates will increase slightly in the fall, and buyers want to take advantage of the current market conditions now to move up.” Sales were also strong in the $350,000 to $400,000 and $400,000 to $500,000 ranges, each posting 19 sales. There were 14 sales over the half-million dollar mark, including one over $1 million.
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means that BC exports will increase. That equates to more job growth, which in turn boosts consumer spending,” explained Mr. Hildebrandt. “It’s not a steady upward trend however, it is moving in fits and starts, so in this type of economy, it makes more sense than ever to take advantage of the low interest rates and make an investment in real estate”. As home sales and prices are based on supply and demand, a strong inventory of homes in various price ranges is key to a vibrant housing market. At the end of August, there were 1,741 residential listings on the market, compared to 1,873 at this time last year. With the major vacation season now concluding, buyers are now back on the hunt for homes, to be settled in before Christmas. If you are considering selling, don’t miss out on this prime time to contact a local REALTOR® for an assessment of your property value. - Courtesy of the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board
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It was a hot summer not only in temperatures, but in housing sales too! While hot, sunny summers typically signal a slowdown in housing sales, August home sales in Chilliwack and area were strong. A total of 184 homes were sold in August, up significantly from 124 sales in the same month last year. The total value of those sales reached just over $54 million, injecting a big boost to the local economy, given the associated goods and services that are required during and after a home sale.
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B.C. unions pledge partnership with province on LNG Tom Fletcher Black Press Construction union leaders emerged from a meeting with Premier Christy Clark Monday with a deal to work as
“equal partners” on trades training for liquefied natural gas and other industrial development. B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair and Tom
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New look Chiefs earn moral victory versus Vipers Eric J. Welsh, The Progress Here’s what we know about the 2013-14 Chilliwack Chiefs two games into the 2013-14 season. They have skill. Up and down the lineup, there are forwards and defencemen who can skate and move the puck. Zach Diamantoni has wheels. Carter Cochrane has all the tools to become a top-flight offensive blueliner, and Jake Hand has the skill-set to become one of the BCHL’s premier players. But... There is a process they’ll have to go through first. Weekend results against Powell River (a 6-1 loss) and the Vernon Vipers (a 1-1 tie) showed this roster of BCHL newbies has some adapting to do. Offensively, it was evident in the off-target passes and blocked shots. In both games, the Chiefs made a lot of panicky, often no-look, passes. The type of thing you do when you find yourself with less time and space than you imagined you’d have. Same with the blocked shots. BCHL defenders get on top of you faster than their junior B and midget counterparts.
Kurt Black was one of the few Chiefs to find any open ice in the two games, and he showed what might be as the team gets used to the higher tempo. With 6:45 left in the third period against Vernon, the Winfield native rolled off a Jordan Kawaguchi pick, curled into the high slot and rifled a top shelf shot over the glove of Vernon keeper Austin Smith. Beautiful. “The Vipers started backing in, so I took the ice and Gooch set a good pick,” Black said. “I went around him and shot ‘er shelf. We were bringing the energy against the tough team, and it paid off. It’s too bad we didn’t get the win though.” Black had a rinkside seat for Saturday’s Powell River debacle, a game in which energy was missing in action. So was physicality, with the Chiefs throwing nary a hit. “We definitely took a bit of (rhymes with scrap) after last night’s game,” Black admitted. “You can’t go out there and not battle. We needed to up our energy and heart and I think we did that.” If the early season Chiefs are about individuals adapting, they’re also about a team coming together. Fifteen Chiefs weren’t here last year.
Chilliwack’s Carter Cochrane slips a shot past a diving Powell River defender during Saturday night BCHL action at Prospera Centre. Cochrane’s Chiefs lost 6-1 to the Kings and tied Vernon 1-1 Sunday night. ERIC J. WELSH/ PROGRESS
That leaves a lot of gelling to do. “The veterans have been really good with us, making us feel welcome,” Black said. “It’s been good.” The week two schedule should help, as the Chiefs hop on a bus bound for Prince George this weekend. An early season road trip can be great for team building. “It’s a long bus trip,” Black said. “But it’s probably exactly what we need.” The schedule has the
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Chiefs in PG for games on Friday and Saturday night. Then, they have a full two weeks off before their official ‘home opener,’ hosting the Spruce Kings at Prospera Centre Sept. 28. ● BCHL rookie Andrew Silard scored the only Chiefs goal in the loss to Powell River. The 20 year old hails from Greenwich, Connecticut and is friends with former Chief Luke Esposito.
● Chilliwack’s Josh Halpenny got the surprise start against Powell River. The 18 year old was thrown into a shooting gallery, facing 47 shots behind a leaky Chiefs D. Veteran L yndon Stanwood got the start against Vernon, earning first star honours with 41 saves on 42 Viper shots. That’s a good sign for the ex-Trail Smoke Eater, who looked shaky during the preseason.
Spruce King struggles Chilliwack’s next opponent, the Prince George Spruce Kings, were one of three teams who didn’t pick up a point at the BCHL Showcase. PG dominated a Saturday night matchup with the Cowichan Valley Capitals, but the Caps scored three goals on five third period shots to win 4-3. The Spruce Kings lost 3-1 to the Nanaimo Clippers Sunday. The West Kelowna Warriors and Alberni Valley Bulldogs also went 0-2, while the Clippers, Powel River Kings, Penticton Vees
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fourth overall. Another Cascade, Langley’s Simon Blaker, snuck into the top 10 with a two-day 149, leaving UFV with a three stroke lead
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did everything Tom (Lowdnes) and I asked of them,” said a very happy head coach Alan Errington afterwards. “It was a complete team victory, and I cannot be more proud of the team than I am right now.” UFV travels to Winnipeg and Mount Royal as action continues this weekend. See ufv.ca/athletics.
the left side. McMillan pounced, rifling it past the T-Bird keeper to silence the UBC crowd. Abbotsford’s Mark Village had little to do behind the stingy UFV backline. The veteran keeper had just five shots to stop, all of them longrange efforts. “The guys followed the game plan and
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UBC since joining the Canada West conference. And, it ended UBC’s 27 game Canada West winning streak, one that dates back to Nov. 6, 2011. McMillan’s defensive prowess was evidenced by 30 first half tackles, and at least 10 shots blocked. And McMillan contributed in a big way offensively, scoring the game’s only goal with three minutes remaining. W ith teammates Jason Sekhon (Abbotsford) and Dalibor Plavsic (Coquitlam) buzzing around the UBC net, the ball came loose on
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has become a shootout league where no one’s getting tons of yards on the ground.� Chilliwack’s offence got little going on the ground or in the air. Quarterback Cody Parray completed 14 of 30 pass attempts for 178 yards and one TD (to Blake Draper). He was intercepted twice in Dane Douglas. Husker running backs had a decent yards-per-carry average of 4.93, but their leading rusher (Ty Derayos) had just 26 yards. “We got down a bit and started passing more to make up the gap,� St. James noted. “We couldn’t get anything started offensively until the second half,
21-of-31 for 315 yards, with a pair of touchdown tosses to Derek Yachison. “We did better on the coverage and improved our pressure on the QB,� said Huskers head coach Tyson St. James. “They were able to move the ball, but we limited them to two-andouts more often, getting the ball back for our offence.� The Huskers did OK limiting the Kamloops ground game to 98 yards on 19 carries, though Jesse Neufeld scored one major on a 32 yard run. “The run defence has improved dramatically from where it was last year,� St. James said. “And the BCFC
Chilliwack’s Valley Huskers took one on the chin Saturday afternoon at Townsend Park, losing 25-20 to the visiting Kamloops Broncos. Facing the one team they’ve beaten over the last two seasons, the Huskers might have felt they were in good shape to get a win. Instead, the Broncos hung 432 yards of total offence on the Chilliwack defence, while limited the Husker O to 215 yards. The Broncos did most of their damage through the air. Quarterbacks Steve Schuweiler and Connor Whitelaw combined for 24 completions on 34 pass attempts. Schuweiler went
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OWNER OPERATOR BUNDLE DRIVER Is looking for two owner operators to make deliveries of bulk newspapers to specific locations throughout the cities of Abbotsford & Mission Newspapers are picked up from our plant in Abbotsford. Takes approximately 4 hrs to complete each delivery area deliveries are too made on Tuesday, Thursday between 4:00 am and 1:30 pm. Earn approximately $900.00 to $1000.00 a month Must have a 16 foot, 2 ton cube or a 1 ton cargo van. This is a permanent contract position,Interested parties please submit your resume and picture of vehicle to: Black Press Circulation Department 34375 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 Your email: circulation@abbynews.com. We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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In loving memory of
Green Wayne Fredrick
Basten Catharina (Tina)
Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 604-792-1344. on line condolences may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com
BC Cancer Foundation Legacies accepted. 604.851.4736 or visit: bccancerfoundation.com
Buckingham, Wendall Lloyd Wendall Lloyd Buckingham was born on Friday, August 4, 1922 at Eburne, Lulu Island, BC. He was the son of Edgar and Elba Buckingham and a brother to Howard, Milfred and Arthur all of whom have predeceased him. He was known as “Uncle Buck” by many of his friends and family. Wendall had just celebrated his ninetyfirst birthday at La Rosa Gardens in Ladysmith BC. Wendall’s last day with family and friends was August 31, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Joyce Buckingham, nee Standeven. Dad enjoyed a wide and varied career. He was a member of the Canadian Navy during World War II, a member of the Chilliwack city council, a sawyer, millwright, carpenter, contractor, dairy farmer, and father to three children. They are Betty Garnett (Vince), Nancy Dow (Jim) and Lloyd Buckingham (Debbie). He also has fifteen grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Dad was an active member of Rosedale United Church for many years. Wendall and Joyce were married there on October 4, 1946. In later years Wendall discovered the joy of “pasture pool” (golf) and had many years of enjoyment chasing a golf ball around Canada as well as in Arizona and Australia. Curling played a big part of his retired life well into his eighties with competitions including the Canadian Seniors events. Dad also enjoyed playing bridge for many years; daughter Betty was always a reluctant fourth. He was a fierce cribbage competitor and often gave son Lloyd and son-in-law Vince a good trouncing. Dad maintained his sense of humor right up to the end when he was teasing nursing staff as well as others he met. His life will be celebrated in a memorial service at the Rosedale United Church (51351 Yale Rd East, Chilliwack BC) 2:00 pm, Saturday September 14, 2013. Now as he would so aptly put it, “He has taken the rest of the day off”.
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Wayne Fredrick Green. Beloved husband, father, brother, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away on Wednesday September 4, 2013 after a brief by very courageous battle with cancer. His passing has left an enormous hole in the life of his loving wife of 52 years Arlene. Wayne is also survived by his mother Edie; sons Allan (Donna), Dale (Melody); brothers, Brian (Monica) Lorne (Phyllis) and Garth (Rita). He also leaves behind eight grandchildren and eight grandchildren. Wayne was a member of the Chilliwack Fire dept for 39 years where he served as a volunteer, assistant chief and then fire chief until his retirement in 1999. He also served for over 50 years with the Chilliwack Kiwanis Club. A special thanks you to the nurses form Fraser Health and Dr. Bester. A celebration of life will be held at the Chilliwack Fire #1, 3:00pm, Saturday, September 14th. In lieu of flowers donations may be made on his behalf to a charity of your choice.
LANGERUD Brede
IN Loving Memory of
Erickson, Jack Jack passed away suddenly on August 31, 2013, at his home in Chilliwack BC at the age of 73. Jack was born in Kenora, Ontario on March 24, 1940. Jack is lovingly remembered by his common-law wife Jamie Long and her children Ashleigh and Josh. He will be deeply missed by his children, Rhonda, Dawne, Jacqueline and Troy. Also 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandson, Koen. “Until we meet again”, We Love you Jack.
Jan. 8, 1922 ~ Sept. 4, 2013
Brede passed away peacefully into the presence of the Lord, with his family singing “Going Home” at his side. He leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Annie Langerud and five children; Shirley Marshall, Wayne Langerud, Lois Lindbjerg, Gary Langerud, Rebekah Abma along with 13 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at Aldergrove Living Word Assembly 2623 - 272 St. 1:30 PM on Wed., Sept 11th. You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s on-line Obituary at: www.myalternatives.ca
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Basten on September 1, 2013. She left this life for the next while at home, a week after joyfully celebrating her 85th birthday in the company of family and friends. Tina was born in Noord Scharwoude, The Netherlands. In 1957, she joined the wave of Dutch immigration to Canada, and, after settling in Vancouver, married Ton, a fellow Dutch immigrant. In 1970, the young family moved to Agassiz and took over operation of the Agassiz Dry Cleaning business. After 23 years of hard work and long hours, she retired and enjoyed gardening, knitting, and volunteering at St. Anthony’s Church. She also spent many years volunteering her sewing skills as seamstress for the Agassiz Fire Department. Tina was predeceased in 2010 by Ton, her loving husband of 50 years, as well as by her parents Gerrit and Marie, her brothers Jan, Arie, Meins, and Gerard, and her sister Truus. She will be greatly missed by her children Miriam, Joan, Harry, and Gerald; her daughters-in-law Coreen and Trina; and her grandchildren TJ and Navi. Also left to mourn are her sisters Jo, Els, and Ria. Funeral mass was held at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Agassiz on Friday, September 6. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Development and Peace would be gratefully welcomed. The family would like to thank all of the medical and home support professionals who helped Tina over the last few weeks. Their kind and compassionate care was greatly appreciated. Sadly missed and forever in our hearts.
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Braun Lila Mae Lila Braun passed away peacefully early Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Born to Rawley and Ruth Swanborg, Oct. 14, 1932, she grew up in Columbia Valley, then Vedder Crossing. Lila married Ben Braun of Yarrow in 1954, and is survived by their 6 sons: Ralph (Melinda), Brad, Terry, Russell (Josee), Ken (Joan) and Warren (Beryl). She will also be missed by all her grandkids: Heather, Lyle, Tennille, Whitney, Jory, Connor, Nolan, Aiden, Ethan, Nathania and Cole. Predeceased by husband Ben in 2007. She is also survived by her twin sister Norma Friesen, sister Joan Gust, brother John Swanborg and predeceased by brothers, Ernie, Don, and daughter-in-law Tammy. A long time resident of Chilliwack, early in family life Lila was active in the community with March for Dimes, Kinette and later, she and Ben were also members of Chilliwack Alliance Church. Lila was a true artist and enjoyed gardening, baking, painting and drawing, summer camping trips to Vancouver Island fishing trips to Shuswap, Skaha and Fish Lake and visiting family. She is remembered as a good neighbour, a courageous mother in the face of challenges, and a caring grandmother. Memorial service will be held at Yarrow Alliance Church on Thursday, September 12th at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 604-792-1344. on line condolences may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com
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SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH 45625 South Sumas Rd.
8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca office@chilliwackalliance.bc.ca
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
COMMUNITY
CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY CHURCH ®
“Come discover the Heart behind the Shield”
www.sardiscommunitychurch.com 604-858-7191 scc@shawcable.com
46420 Brooks Ave.
Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. New Life Christian Church Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.
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EXPERIENCED BARTENDER/WAITRESS required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Apply with resume to: Jolly Miller Liquor Store. GREAT opportunity to relocate to Beautiful Prince Rupert, Enjoy affordable housing and various recreational opportunities; skiing, kayaking, hiking, golf, and the fine arts. The Crest Hotel is currently accepting resumes for full time servers and bartenders in Charley’s Lounge. If you have a passion for customer service, with experience in a busy lounge environment, we offer a union wages $15.14 for servers $18.30 bartenders, medical and dental coverage and excellent gratuities. Previous serving and bartending experience is required, must have serving it right, and be legally permitted to work in Canada. Knowledge of wines and squirrel experience is an asset. If you are interested in joining our award winning customer service team, send resumes to scott@cresthotel.bc.ca or mail your resume to the Crest Hotel 222 1st ave west Prince Rupert, BC. V8J 1A8.
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The ideal candidate must be mature and be able to work independantly, as well as being able to do small tasks in the store. This is a Full Time position. Interested individuals must be available to work all hours including weekends and holidays and be a team player. Apply in person with resume and references to management at:
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OPERATORS PIPE LAYERS FALLERS BUCKERMAN Please e-mail/fax Paul O’Rourke at: cclpaul@telus.net or 604.534.9225
EXPERIENCED excavator operator & crusherman required for sand & gravel operation located in Harrison Mills. P/T position. Call Grant @604-308-9515.
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We have the following regular job position available:
Better At Home Coordinator Please mention the job title of the position you are applying for in your cover letter. The complete job posting can be viewed on our website under “Come Work With Us/ Employment: www.comserv.bc.ca No phone calls please. CLOSING DATE: 12:00 Noon, September 16, 2013 tel
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EXPERIENCED SECURITY PERSON
CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S
45737 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack V2R 4E8 • NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE • Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Mark’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.
is currently seeking an
EXPERIENCED STOCK / RECEIVER
UNITED CHURCH
person to work Full Time. The ideal candidate should possess previous experience and knowledge, be mature and be able to work independently in a fast paced environment showing attention to detail. Interested individuals must be able to work all hours including weekends, holidays and be a team player.
CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH Rev. Heather Anderson
Apply in person with resume and references to management at:
Opportunity for an outstanding
Advertising Sales Consultant The Abbotsford News, one of Canada’s leading community newspapers, has an opening for an Advertising Sales Consultant. This is a challenging career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in one of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a proven track record in sales, is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to:
Andrew Franklin, Publisher 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: publisher@abbynews.com
Closing Date: Monday, Sept. 30, 2013 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
46875 Yale Road East
604-795-5725
Front Counter Production Graveyard
THE Chilliwack Community Arts Council is seeking a qualified and passionate individual to take on the role of Executive Director. The successful applicant will be responsible for the leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors. Resumes may be emailed to: rhudson@chilliwackartscouncil.com or mailed to the Chilliwack Community Arts Council, #205725 Vedder Rd, Chilliwack V2R 3N4 or dropped off at the Art Room #20-5725 Vedder Rd.
is currently seeking an
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MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH 45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack
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Mark’s
YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack
Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 am
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH
Tim Hortons
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8750 Young Road • 604-792-1167
CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm
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Candidates must possess a high level of mechanical aptitude, integrity and motivation. We are not looking for just your average “mechanic” but for a person willing and able to be successful. Must possess a clean valid drivers license. Will require own tools needed to work within your capacity/skill level. We offer one of the finest facilities in the Fraser Valley, featuring 18 clean, bright bays and a great working environment. PLEASE APPLY IN CONFIDENCE TO; Curtis Edwards - Fixed Operations Manager cedwards@valleytoyota.ca
604-702-5552
Sr. Citizens’ Building, corner of Cook & Victoria Al McCutcheon 11:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICES
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND APPRENTICES
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HELP WANTED
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BAPTIST
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.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
604-792-6013
Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
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Canton Garden Restaurant is looking to hire a perm. f/t cook, fluent Cantonese & level 1 cert. an asset, fax resume 604-792-1458
Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am The friendly place at Yale & Quarry! 9-13T CH10
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Gospel Hymns & Christ-Centered Sermons
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH
Ph. 604-792-0311
www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca attend our Sunday Service: 10:00 am
'Where all are welcome' Sunday Services: 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM Wednesday Service: 9:30 AM Now offering Stephen Ministry 'one-to-one' Crisis Care
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EVERYONE WELCOME! SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694
ANGLICAN
Fraser Valley Duck and Goose is seeking a hard working individual for a full time, 40 hrs/wk, part time position available in the Poultry Processing Plant. Duties to include processing various types of poultry products, cleaning, shipping. Forklift, food safe, and first aid training are assets to these positions. Please apply by email to: Joe@twinmaple.com, or by fax to: 604-823-4306
Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.
Pastor: Rob Brown
CHILLIWACK CHINESE ALLIANCE CHURCH
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FORESTRY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. We currently have expanded operations into Logging and road building in the last couple of years and are now needing to hire more employees for these operations; - Yarder Operator - Log Loader Operator - Processor Operator - Skidder Operator - Hoe Chucker Operator - Excavator Operator - Cat Operator - Rock Truck Driver - Hook Tender - Rigging Slinger - Choker Man - General Laborers - Fallers - Arborists - Buckerman - Logging Truck Driver - And other forestry related positions. Please fax resume to 604-794-0197 Attention: Joe Or by email: megan@kandlcontracting.ca
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WANT TO REACH THE REST OF CANADA? Advertise in 600+ community newspapers across Cananda. Call 1 - 8 6 6 - 5 7 5 - 5 7 7 7
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Chilliwack, Guitar & Bass Lessons by Jeff C. Bowman. 39yrs exp. ALL AGES and levels, accepting new students, 604-792-3303 or email jbowman@uniserve.com
MUSIC Lessons in Your Home www.husmillomusic.com Call Michelle, Tel #604-825-7518
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
Learn guitar or bass, 40 years experience, any age or level. (604)793-3377 spi2580@shaw.ca
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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
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Excavator & Bobcat Services •Drainage •Back-Filling •Landscaping & Excavating. •Landclearing & Bulldozing Hourly or Contract 38 Years exp.
604-576-6750 or Cell: 604.341.7374
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000 Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
From $35. By appt: 604.230.4444
2459 McCallum Rd. Abby. *****Hiring New Girls*****
ELECTRICAL
BUILDING/YARD MAINTAINANCE. Free Est. No job too big or small. Call, (604)768-8568
“Massage Confidential”
604-746-6777 A magic beyond all we do here!” PIANO/KEYBOARD LESSONS! All ages. All styles including Classical (Royal Conservatory), Pop, Jazz, Blues, Chording, Composition. Mikki Teder ARCT. Over 20 years experience. (604)792-0244 or 604-772-0488
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CLEANING SERVICES
Home & Commercial reno’s. Over 45yr exp., free est. Advance Westcoast Construction Ltd. John, 604220-5754. jbvadvance@telus.net
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COUNTERTOPS
Cheam Countertops. Solid and laminate surfaces. Free estimates. call Hank, (604)795-3163
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SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER avail. to fix things around your house or business. Call John for an estimate at (604)792-9199
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DRYWALL
R&B RENO’S. Boarding, taping, spraying, drywall repairs. No job too small. 604-391-1200/604-866-4594
LANDSCAPING
RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150
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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555. 1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607
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Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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PLUMBING
HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811 CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service
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• Aspirations to have a career, not just a job • The ability to excel in a physically demanding environment • A desire to exceed in customer service • The attitude to successfully work in and create a team atmosphere
• Effective problem solving, planning organizing and communication skills • Leadership skills with a desire to grow into a management position • An entrepreneurial spirit
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With a competitive salary and benefits program, as well as the opportunity to participate in profit sharing, Kal Tire could be just the career move you’ve been looking for. Interested applicants should submit their resumes in person by Sept. 30, 2013 to 44408 Yale Road West Location. Attention: Loren Bergen
HELP WANTED
THE CHILLIWACK PROGRESS VERNON, B.C.
Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, Nixon Wenger is one of the largest, fastest, growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. Currently with 21 lawyers and a newly constructed office building, our Vernon, B.C. office has an opening for a Conveyancer. Our successful candidate will have 3-4 years of conveyancing experience and must be able to complete residential and commercial deals from start to finish. The applicant will have strong communication skills, will be very detail-oriented and must be highly organized. In addition, the applicant must be knowledgeable with E-Filing through BC Online and experience with econveyance would be an asset. Responsibilities will also involve interacting with clients by phone and email. Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits package, an RRSP program and a moving allowance. Nixon Wenger welcomes your interest in this position within our Conveyancing Department. Please submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Wednesday, September 18th, 2013 at 4:00pm. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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CHILLIWACK 901-16 Allard, Bernard, Hodgins, School 901-36 Corbould, Henderson, Reece, Robson 901-42 Barber, Berkeley, Candow, Cawley, Corbould, Harrison, Henley 904-08 Brooks, Coventry, Southlands
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it
SARDIS 921-20 Downes, Knight, Mellville, Queen 923-12 Lear, Market, Skyview, Sylvan, Valleyview 924-25 Chehalis, Nicomen, Sappers, Soowahlie, Tamihi
604-702-5558
CRUSH YOUR JUNK Garbage / Yard Waste Removal. Construction Clean Up. $85/load. Senior Discount. Call 604-798-8201
PETS 477
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 CUTE English Bulldog Puppies $600. Healthy Male & female. 9 weeks, Health, shot papers. 2818990861 Email: pauwhee@gmail.com GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Show & working lines. Vet checked, 1st shot, dewormed, micro chip, C.K.C. $1200-$1500. 604-710-9333
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
PETS
SENIOR CAT NEEDS A SENIOR Senior female Tortoise Shell 14 year/old indoor cat needs a loving home with a senior as an only cat. I have moved, and my cat Suzie is now living with another younger cat and they are not ever going to be friends. Suzie is loving & easygoing on her own. Call Pat 604-594-5336.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523
UNDER $100
Fireside bench, $50; 3pc white wicher set, loveseat, 2 prof. upholstered chairs. $75. (604)795-7011 Hide-a-bed, blue, new mattress, good cond, $100. (604)824-6444 Spring horses for x-mas, new radio flyer (talks) $65, antiques $35 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------USA made 4’ jackall $35, 3’ - $28, springloaded, o/b bracket $37 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------------
Excellent galv. roofing, eg. cover 10’x21’ for $100, ltd.quant 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Great rear bag craftsman gas mower, prof. maintained $100 793-7714
Steam floor mop, electric, pads & rug cleaner, good on hardwood etc. $60. Call (604)795-4277
Treadmill, Vita Master, asking $45; old band saw, elec drill powered, $25. Call (604)823-6288
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Queen box spring & mattress, Posturpedic, high end, good quality. (604)858-3582
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UNDER $300
Elliptical cross trainer, free Spirit 160, pd $1200 sell $250 obo; sewing machine, Brother 1500s, great for quilting, $275obo. 604-858-0181
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GARAGE SALES
Chilliwack
45448 Princess Ave
Sept 14 & 15 8:30 - 3pm
furniture, toys, household items
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books,
JEWELS, FURS
TIFFANY Style Diamond Ring for Sale. Appraised at $4,850. Asking $2,700. Appraisal document comes with ring. 392-3306 or niceringforsale@gmail.com
P/B blue males Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN $1000 604-308-5665
LASSIE DOODLE PUPPIES (Collie x Poodle)Born Father’s Day (June 16). Mom is a PB small (45 lbs.) Rough Collie and Dad is a PB small (50 lbs) Standard Poodle. Puppies are black with varying amounts of white on paws and chest and some are blue merle. Both males and females available. We have bred this litter special to create the perfect family companion (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, always willing to please, happy indoors and outdoors, good with children and animals, low to no shed). We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family and our dogs are a part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time and commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support and guidance for life. Pups will have first shots and deworming. Black males are $850, females and blue merles are $950. 604-820-4827
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MISC. FOR SALE
42” LCD TV & stand, 6’ dining room suite, w/leafs, 6 chairs, 6 pc pine bdrm set, 32” LCD TV & stand, Tempo Evolve treadmill. Call (604)793-0415
It sold in classifieds FAST! Selling your stuff is simple with a little help from a classified ad, in print and online. Call (604)702-5552 or email: classads@theprogress.com
REAL ESTATE 609
APARTMENT/CONDOS
1 BEDROOM - $600 - Convenient downtown Chilliwack location. This secure, crime free apartment was recently renovated and is available Sept. 1st. Call our on-site manager at 604-392-7429.
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HOMES WANTED
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
FROM $140,000
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Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com
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45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack
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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
PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS
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AGASSIZ 970-08 Mackay, No. 9 970-11 Cedar, Garden, Morrow 975-05 Alder, Chestnut, Hotsprings, Lakeberg, Pine 975-06 Angus, Emerald, Hadway, Hope, Hot Springs, McCombs, McPherson, Myng, Ramona
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
PETS
SIAMESE X kittens beautiful Flame Point $100/ea. 2 Tabby Kittens $35/ea. family raised 604-794-5972
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CONVEYANCER
Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad
Kittens for sale! Born July 9, black/white & tabby mix, some long haired Call evenings: 604-796-9935
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Eastcan Roofing & Siding •New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs
604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
dan knoke
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs
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Interested in becoming a MANAGEMENT TRAINEE?
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Starting from $199.00
ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304
HELP WANTED
PRESSURE WASHING
6 - 50 Yard Bins
HANDYPERSONS
ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018
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Call Ian 604-724-6373
ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627
283A CONTRACTORS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MOVING & STORAGE
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
CHRIS B CLEAN professional housecleaning, organizing and meal prep. Ref’s. (604)378-9384
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
MIND BODY SPIRIT
New GIRLS, New LOOK, New Management!
“Ah, Music.”
FINANCIAL SERVICES
INSPIRE YOUR CHILDREN to be creative and expressive through music! Group keyboard lessons for children ages 3 - 9 that include singing, rhythm, movement, composition and more! Find a teacher near you 1-800-828-4334 or www.myc.com
WONDERFUL Massage
PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
The Chilliwack Progress Tuesday, September 10, 2013 REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
RENTALS 706
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
706
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
1755 - #9 Hwy
CHILLIWACK Newly reno’d,
Spacious 1 bdrms
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
(604)858-9832 17 suites -1&2 bdrms
avail. now, $579/m.
Parking, coin laundry & elevator. Smal pets upon prior approval, refs required. Call 604-703-3405
LANAI Apartments
MORTGAGES
APARTMENT/CONDO
Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd
T. Marlowe Manor
636
RENTALS
Chilliwack, lg 1 bdrm & den, f/p, inste laund, parking, cls to hosp., n/s, n/p, $650/m. Nov. 1.(604)824-8800
AGASSIZ
New SRI *1404 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $62,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
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RENTALS 752
1 Bdrm apartment.
9462 Cook St. RCMP’s best crime-free multi-housing residence complex. 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! Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!
Call Verna, 604-819-0445
No pets. Ref’s req’d. Call Darren 604-835-1788 CHILLIWACK
QUIET, CLEAN, SECURE,
1 bedroom $600
Tenant pays hydro incl., fully reno’d, new appliances, free cable, free on site laundry, parking, sm pet by terms. Application and ref’s req’d. Avail. immed. Nancy, 604-392-5990
RECREATIONAL/SALE
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
851
TRUCKS & VANS
NEWLY RENOVATED $990 PER MONTH + UTILS
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
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
1987 VW Westfalia camper van, 254,539 miles, some body rust and canvas patching, $9500 obo. Call (604)869-5073
WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES 9252 Hazel ST, Chilliwack, BC Move-In Incentive
1996 Jayco Designer 5th wheel. 26.5’, exc shape, $6000 firm. (604)858-9556
Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family Oriented.
$895 - 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 level duplex on 3rd ave. Mission Available immediately. Pets ok. Call AnnaLee: 778-968-8704 CHILLIWACK - 1st Ave/Windsor. 2 Bdrm 800 sq/ft duplex, w/d, huge yard, carport, storage room. Avail now. N/S, N/P. $750/mo. Call 604-928-2663.
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We Have 2 Playgrounds for your kids And are “Pet Friendly”
Heat included, some with balcony views, laminate flrs, quiet, bath bars, free share laundry included, near bus route, close to amenities, n/p, n/s no BBQ’s. Starting at $660/mo
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TOWNHOUSES
TRANSPORTATION
Chilliwack - 9098 Broadway St. 2 bdrm twn. house. off street parking, 4 appl. pet negot. $800/m avail. avail now. Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077
CHILLIWACK - Princess Ave On-site Laundry facilities, pkng, walking distance to most amens, $650/mo incl heat & water. Video Surveillance. RCMP Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
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Chilliwack, 2 bdrm 850sf, gd area, , Jenn-Aire cooktop, w/d, $875 incl util. (604)792-7878/316-8982
1980 TRIUMPH Spitfire convertible. 1500 cc, blue w/ tan interior. $3900 OBO. 604-703-8850 after 4pm
733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS
810
AUTO FINANCING
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 The Scrapper
Agassiz, 2 bdrm mobile home, 10 miles E at Ruby Creek. F/p, $650/m +util. avail now. Rolf (604)823-4710
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Bole Apartments
COTTONWOOD Apts.
Certified crime-free multi housing.
Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
1 bdrms start...$550/m 2 bdrms start...$670/m includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d (604)792-8974
RENTALS
Cheam View Apts
• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •
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RENT TO OWN
STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN • No Qualification - Low Down • CHILLIWACK- 8751 Bellevue Dr. 1/2 Duplex, w/ 2 br. suite. Quiet Family St. Large Yard....$1,088/M
604-RTO-HOME/604-786-4663 www.ReadySetOwn.ca
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APARTMENT/CONDO
1 Month FREE Rent
Cedar Apartments Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.
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
2 Bdrm avail now. Near Cottonwood Mall, on quiet street. N/S, N/P. Hot water, 3 appl, balcony, elevator. 55+ firm Call Mgr: 604-791-9488
Clean, quiet building • • • •
Luxury Suites
Insuite storage Laundry on every floor Heat & hot water incl Secure underground prkg
1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $575/m Ref’s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message CHILLIWACK 1 bdrm apt, avail June 1st. Spacious. Balcony. Centrally located Edwards St. Easy walking to shopping & rec facilities. Heat & garbage incl. Onsite laundry. Incl. cable pkg. ($72 value) $675/mo. Heather, 1-800-815-6311.
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No Sunday calls.
Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St. Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.
Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms
CHILLIWACK, 3 BDRM condo, 1375sf, on Mary St, incl 1.5 baths, laundry, parking stall, cls to hospital & shopping malls, must be 55yrs or older, asking $1100/m. Oct 1. (604)794-3304 or 604-819-7934
CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $550 + util., fridge & stove. Avail now. Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077
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 NEED TO RENT an apartment/condo or a house? Look to the Chilliwack Progress classifieds, 604702-5552
NOW RENTING Spacious 2 bdrm apt from $800/m
Chilliwack
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modern, well-maintained quiet, adult oriented building hot water & parking included lg kitchen with double sink 3 appliances, elevator insuite storage with W/D hookup Located next to bus
8537 Young Rd., Chilliwack
Chilliwack, 46562 Yale Rd, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, long term tenants, very clean, laminate, tile, excellent cond. gas f/p, pet negot. avail. now $900/m Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077 Chilliwack, 9372 Fletcher St, 1 bdrm, heat & hot water incl. F/S, newly reno’d, move-in special $650/m, avail. now Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077 CHILLIWACK AREA, 1 & 2 bedrooms, family building close to schools, shopping and bus. Parking, laundry incl. small pet ok, avail now. Rob, 604-997-4206
fairhaven & fairview APARTMENTS
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9340 & 9330 Corbould Street
• Affordable living for • 1 block from Leisure & a better lifestyle, 55+ Downtown Shopping • 1 & 2 Bdrm • No Pets, No Smoking • No Pets, No Smoking • Crime Free Certified Call Trudi at 604-392-5684 NO SUNDAY CALLS
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Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077
TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR 1 BDRM + DEN
APARTMENTS
Adult oriented, 5 appl’s Secure underground pkng Across from hospital, close to all amenities. CRIME-FREE CERTIFIED
8977/9003 Edward St Kevin, 604-792-4191
CHILLIWACK. 2 bedroom, washer and dryer, internet/cable/wifi incl. $850/m. Available now. Call 604392-3332
Chilliwack, 45729 Gaetz St, 2bdrm, 1 bath, gas f/p, 5 appl., no pets, 21+, $850/m Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077
1 & 2 Bdrms & den
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CHILLIWACK. 1 MONTH FREE! Fully renovated incl. new kitchen, spacious & bright 1 bd, balcony, FREE heat h/w, parking, elevator, great Mary St location, from $555. Call 604-702-0722
4 appl., secure bldg, small pet negot. Must have ref’s.
9430 Nowell St. Ready to move-in . Adult oriented. Incl. hot water heating & window coverings, 2 appl. Suites w/balcony, laundry on 1st flr, elevator w/wheelchair ramp, covered parking. 604-824-0264
Agassiz. 2 bdrm bungalow in 45+ strata complex, central location close to shopping & rec centres, like new, open concept, private patio. $900/m + util. N/s, n/p, refs. Avail now. Call 1 (604)796-2717
pick a part
AUTO CREDIT - Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply at: uapplyudrive.CA or Call toll free 1.877.680.1231
2003 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
Sport Extended 7 pass.,V6, Dual air. Excellent condition. JUST $3250.00
Chilliwack. 3 bdrm house, fenced yard, garage, shed, covered patio, rumpus room, S/F, 1.5 baths, dbl windows, avail Sept 1. Call 1 (250)376-2966
Fresh and clean 2 Bdrm.............$700/m 3 Bdrm.............$800/mo Available Now
1 BEDROOM
HOMES FOR RENT
CHILLIWACK, 2 bd rancher King Ave 4 appl., $900 + utilities, n/p & avail now, ref’s req’d. Phone 1-778322-0473.
46030 Princess Ave.
1BDR.&DEN, central Abbotsford, very well menaged bldg., in suite ldr., laminate floors, dish washer, 2 pkg., must see. October 1, call 778773-2897
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2 Bed updated clean Mobile home on large private rural lot in Yarrow. Washer & dryer, new fridge and stove. Big deck. Available Oct.1st $850 plus utilities. One pet ok. Call 604-703-5793
CALL 604.701.8910 BCCLASSIFIED.COM Ads Work! Place your ad in our BC BEST BUY 3 Regions with 1,103,315 circulation.
ROSEDALE, clean 2 bdrm mobile home, good freeway access, suitable for 2 adults only. Cat ok, no dogs. $650/mo. Avail Oct 1 or sooner. Call 604-795-3398.
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION Chilliwack. Working person to share 4 bd furn heritage home, fenced yard, close to amen./bus, avail now, Must see. $500/m. Call (604)2941678 or (604)702-0093
750
SUITES, LOWER
Chilliwack, 1 bdrm gr. level bsmt ste, freshly painted, no pets, n/s, laundry facilities avail., $500/m util not included. (604)792-5409 CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm lower level rancher, 1300sf, 5 appl, 3 pce bath, lg covered patio, lrge yard w/nice view, private entr. & parking, n/s, n/p, W/D, $1150/mo incl. util. Avail. now. (604)991-1117 Chilliwack, lower ste, clean new 1 bdrm, in-ste laundry, 5 appl., sep entry, n/s, n/p, backs onto park, $750/m incl util. & air, $365/m DD & refs. (604)792-7266
HOMES FOR RENT
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-961-7022
Harrison totally reno’d 1bdrm bsmt suite 2 blks fr beach, w/d, d/w, storage $600 incl cable. 604-589-2866 Promontory, 1 bdrm bsmt ste, private entrance, all appl., all util incl., n/p, n/s, laundry neg., $775/m. Avail Oct 1. Call (604)846-7029 PROMONTORY: Nicest Suite in Chilliwack! SUITE VIEW. 900 sq/ft, newer above grnd 1 bdrm Private laundry. NS/NP. $850 incl utils. Avail Oct 1. 1-604-916-2316. SARDIS, 1 bdrm ste, grnd lvl. Close to shopping ctr. Avail now. Priv entry & patio. Incl utils, internet, w/d N/P, N/S. $750/mo. (604)792-6751
812
MARINE
AUTO SERVICES
West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310
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CARS - DOMESTIC
2001 MERCURY GRAND Marquis LS, 128,000k, loaded, $4000 obo. PRIVATE SALE! (604)391-1944
2002 Pace car, brilliant yellow, Monte Carle, like new, stored inside in winter, low k’s, new tires. loaded, only 1 of 3 in BC, $14,900. Call 778-887-0468 2004 CHEV MALIBU, 165,000 km, 3.5 L, V6. $5,500 obo. Call (604)869-7010
838
RECREATIONAL/SALE
1988 ITASCA 37’ M/H. 454 engine. 40,000 miles. All running gear in exc cond. Attractively remodeled interior. 2 extra batteries installed. New tires. $8,400. (1)604-744-1741 2010 Jayco Melbourne 26A, 6,000m, Ford 450 engine, a/c, cruise, 2dr fridge, gran. counter, 2 slides, sound syst. 2 tv’s, heated mirrors, $72,000, no tax, ext. warr. 250-377-7411 or 250-574-7525
736
HOMES FOR RENT
2008 DODGE RAM 3500 Diesel, auto, longbox 4x4. Dealer cert’d & inspected. New ball joints, new mag wheels & tires. Fully Loaded Sunroof. $22,900. 604-836-5931
www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
CHWK: Bachelor suites avail. 55+ Laminate flrs, NS/NP. Incl heat/water 604-997-7337, 604-792-5173
SARDIS, CENTRAL. 1 bdrm suite, balcony, recently upgraded, clean. Incl. heat, walking distance to shops & transit. $650/mo. Safe long term tenants. Avail. Immed. Phone 604-791-0211.
736
604-556-4242
736
HOMES FOR RENT
Chilliwack Rentals HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES
MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com 604.858.RENT (7368)
HOMELIFE GLENAYRE REALTY CHILLIWACK LTD. Property Management Division
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BOATS
2008 14.3 Prince craft, 20hp, 4 stroke Yamaha, 6hp Yahama, caravan trlr, $6000. 604-792-1227
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! s e p a r G a i m n r u o f i i l a m C e m r fro fresh
Sweeter, fresher, firmer and bigger than most red grapes. Now available at Kin’s for a limited time. Prices effective: September 11th to 15th, 2013 *While Quantities Last
LOCAL LONG BEETS AND MANY LOCAL ITEMS ARE NOW AVAILABLE! Sweet & Crisp
Fresh & Juicy
Fresh & Crispy
Gala Apples
Bartlett Pears
Field Green Peppers
79¢/lb
79¢/lb
69¢/lb
Locally Grown
Locally Grown
Locally Grown
Super Sweet
Healthy & Nutritious
Corn
Green Kale
3/$1.00
99¢ ea Locally Grown
Locally Grown
Cottonwood Mall
South Fraser Gate
Across from London Drugs Beside COBS Bread Chilliwack 604.858.6368
#105 - 2653 Trethewey Street By Shoppers Drug Mart Abbotsford 604.870.8686
OPEN same as mall hours
OPEN 9am to 8pm