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Strong enrolment for early French immersion

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Katie Bartel The Progress Parents who pushed for early French immersion in Chilliwack were feeling justified in their advocacy Monday morning.

In a press release, the school district announced it had a whopping 66 registrants; 42 for kindergarten and 24 for Grade 1.

Not so many that a lottery system was required, but enough to prove the program worthy.

“It’s been a long time coming,” said Jocelyn Thomas, president of Chilliwack Parents for Early French Immersion. “I’m happy to see that so many parents have applied for the program, and I was very pleased with the district willing to make room for a second class to accommodate more parents instead of wait listing 20 kids.”

Starting in September, the school district will be offering two full kindergarten classes at 21 students each, and one full Grade 1 class.

It’s been a hard, fought battle.

In late 2011, when a group of parents approached the school board requesting an EFI program for the district, they brought with them 20 letters of support showing the community’s interest. They also started a Facebook group that had over 100 followers in the first week; formed a local chapter of Canadian Parents for French Immersion; and conducted an informal study that indicated more than 70 parents interested in EFI. The school district also conducted a study that showed overwhelming support – 82 per cent – most Continued: EFI/ p23

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Mountain of support over vandalized trail jumps Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The community is rallying to support Vedder Mountain Trails Association after someone took a saw to some of their mountain bike jumps.

Donations, tips, and offers to help rebuild the jumps have been pouring in this week, said VMTA president Mark Steinebach.

As first reported in the Chilliwack Progress Friday, at least two wooden features on designated mountain bike trails were recently destroyed. But most disturbing, said Steinebach, was the appearance the jumps were vandalized in a way that would injure riders.

Since that story, comments and concerns have come in from around the world.

“We’ve been flabbergasted at the support we have been getting,” he said. “There seems to be a broad level of disgust for this kind of behaviour. That gives you some confidence in mankind in a way.”

They posted photos of the damage online at vmta.ca, and asked for witnesses who might have seen something.

Wood sections on the jumps were cut on a sharp angle, some time in the past month. Someone targeted several bike jumps built by the VMTA. They were left to look normal, which could have injured any unsuspecting moun-

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The various groups came together to repair the damage the first time in December, and then it happened again. So not once, but twice in the past month there have been incidents.

Chillingly, the evidence is of deliberate mischief, the way they were cut through was identical on two separate trails.

Police are investigating.

Steinebach said malicious intent to harm riders is the only conclusion, since the structures couldn’t even be patched up.

Regardless if people mountain bike or not, they’re shocked when they see the photos of the damaged jumps.

“There’s a lot of goodwill coming from the community.”

The VMTA president spoke at the Chilliwack Outdoor Club recently and its members have pledged assistance in rebuilding the features, as a show of their distaste in what was done apparently with malice.

Some people have reported seeing vehicles at odd times while hiking on the trails of Vedder Mountain.

“That’s about all we’ve seen so far.”

Numerous individuals have pledged funds for a reward, including business owners who are outraged. jfeinberg@theprogress.com Twitter.com/chwkjourno

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Court rejects B.C. class size law; Province to pay teachers $2M Chilliwack Teachers’ Association not surprised by ruling Tom Fletcher/Katie Bartel Black Press The B.C. Supreme Court has rejected the provincial government’s effort to keep class size and special needs support off the bargaining table with teachers, and ordered the government to pay $2 million in damages to the B.C. Teachers’ Federation.

In a ruling released Monday, Justice Susan Griffin said the B.C. government’s replacement legislation, passed in 2011, is as unconstitutional as the 2002 law called Bill 28 that removed class size and

ting through the final two days of court proceedings, watching the tones and the body language of those in court, Johnston was confident the judge would rule in the union’s favour.

“Everything I saw in that courtroom was what you see written down [in the report]; the fact when the government was arguing things it was just not being accepted well,” he said.

“We fought long and hard for this and it feels a bit vindicating honestly… I do commend our leadership for carrying on, for 12 years, and fighting a fight that was very worthwhile.”

Not only for the BCTF and public education, but for all unions, he said.

“This is actually a big ruling for all unions; it’s defended collective

special needs support from union working conditions.

“The court concluded that the government did not negotiate in good faith with the union after the Bill 28 decision,” Griffin wrote.

“One of the problems was that the government representatives were preoccupied with another strategy.

Their strategy was to put such pressure on the union that it would provoke a strike by the union.

The government representatives thought this would give government the opportunity to gain political support for imposing legislation on the union.”

The ruling strikes down the portions of the new legislation that have not already expired.

Chilliwack Teachers’ Association president Clint Johnston wasn’t surprised by the ruling. After sit-

bargaining as a principle event,” Johnston said.

“This is a good day, not just for the BCTF, but for all labour unions, and, in my opinion, all of society.”

BCTF president Jim Iker said the ruling returns contract language that was in place in 2002, and he expects that the province’s 60 school districts will have to rehire teachers and special needs assistants to reduce class size.

He said there were 1,200 education specialists affected by the 2002 legislation, including teacherlibrarians and counsellors.

“It’s good for us, it’s good for public education, it’s good for British Columbia and for our students,” Iker said of Monday’s ruling.

Education Minister Peter Fassbender said he is “disappoint-

ed” by the ruling, and ministry staff will study it before deciding on a possible appeal.

Fassbender said he disagrees with the judge’s conclusion that the government tried to provoke a strike, and his focus is on reaching a new agreement.

“What we need to do is to review the judge’s ruling in detail to see what the implications are, but clearly my message to school districts, to parents, is it’s business as usual in our schools,” Fassbender said.

NDP education critic Rob Fleming called the ruling “real blow to the B.C. Liberals’ credibility,” adding it traces back to Premier Christy Clark’s time as education minister in 2002.

Evans elementary comes up a little short in Munshaw funding pitch for all accessible playground maintains shop safety The school can still claim the $5,000 runner up prize

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Chilliwack shop teacher Eric Munshaw is not going quietly into the night.

Three days shy of his last working day as an industrial education teacher in the Chilliwack school district, Munshaw was paraded out at the BC Teachers’ Federation news conference Monday morning.

Standing before Vancouver media, he told reporters his story – how he felt he could no longer teach in a system he didn’t feel confident had student safety at heart.

“Our focus has always been about student safety,” said Munshaw. “We’ve never mentioned budgets, we’ve never mentioned working conditions. The issue is simply one of can we appropriately supervise numbers when it goes beyond a certain point?”

After years of listening to policy makers, both locally and provincially, “pass the buck” with regards to class size in shop classes, Munshaw tendered his resignation last month.

“Our provincial association (BC Technology Education Association) has done their risk assessment, we’ve done our due diligence, and we drew a line in the sand with the best practices guide,

Something is better than nothing.

That was the message emphasized to students at Evans elementary as they waited to find out if their inclusive playground project had been selected by Aviva Community Fund for top dollars.

After months of planning, voting, waiting, hoping, Evans learned Tuesday morning it was not among the 10 grand prize winners.

But not before principal Gabe D’Archangelo spent a good half hour pumping his students up, ensuring they knew how appreciative their hard work was, and how far they had come in a short period of time.

“We became a community, everybody with one goal in mind,” said D’Archangelo, of the fourmonth Vote4Evans cause. “It was no longer just about you guys, it wasn’t.”

D’Archangelo went through the years, showing his students how when they’d started seriously fundraising for the playground three years ago, they had $5,000. In two years they had $16,000. And with the $5,000 they’d won for making it into the Aviva finals, they now have almost $23,000.

“We did not get all the money, but you know what, we got something,” D’Archangelo said. “We didn’t get zero dollars, we got

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Gabe D’Archangelo, principal of Evans elementary, informs his students that they were not one of the top grand prize winners in the 2013 Aviva Community Fund, but they did receive $5,000 for making it into the finals. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

something.”

The news wasn’t what the school wanted to hear, but D’Archangelo wasn’t going let his students leave disappointed.

“I think it’s really, really important that you are happy with that,” he said. “When you think about it, we got $5,000 in a very short time when it took us two years to do that on our own.”

Soft clapping, quickly turned into a gymnasium full of enthusiastic cheers – they got something.

The school is not giving up on the project. It still intends to put shovel to ground next December.

It needs $98,000 to do so.

“Now we have work to do, we all have work to do,” D’Archangelo announced. “Because we’re a great school, and you are great

kids, and we deserve this, our school deserves this.

“We need your help. We need the community’s help.”

For more information, or to donate to the school’s playground, contact the school at 604-858-1796.

A tax receipt will be provided for any donation over $25. kbartel@theprogress.com twitter.com/schoolscribe33

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Forums focus on addictions, crime and housing Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Community attention will zero in on crime, housing, addictions and health care in Chilliwack in a series of public forums set for February and March.

The sessions are designed to bring together those with a strong interest and a passion for these challenging community issues, said Coun. Ken Popove, chair of Chilliwack Healthier Community. “It’s a collaboration of partners from across Chilliwack,� he said, add-

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by City of Chilliwack and School District 33 reps. “The idea is that we can get more done together than on our own,� said Popove.

More than 27 community groups, government agencies, First Nations, individuals and RCMP are set to participate in the upcoming forums, and interest is very strong so far, Popove said. “We want to shake out two or three sup-topics from each general forum topic that we cover.�

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Spectra comes to town They’re welcoming ideas on how to minimize impacts to local residents as they prepare to embark on a pipeline project.

Spectra Energy is planning to replace a section of its 30-inch natural gas pipeline in Chilliwack this year.

Residents can join them at an open house Wednesday, Jan. 29, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cottonwood Mall in the centre court area on Luckakuck Way. “This is an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about the work,� said Spectra spokesperson Joanne Metz.

The local replacement project, which is 600 metres of the pipeline, begins east of the commercial area adjacent the railway crossing, to the Chilliwack Mall.

Spectra officials will be recording suggestions.

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merly Chilliwack Healthier Community Stewardship Council) is inviting forum participants to hear updates about implementation of the 2011Healthier Community Strategic Action Plan and help them identify emerging needs, re-assess goals, and identify ways to collaborate.

Topics will range from crime and public safety, homelessness and affordable housing, mental health and substance use to primary health care.

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or more of the following CHC events: • Crime and Public Safety, Feb. 5, 8 a.m. – noon, Evergreen Hall • Mental Health and Substance Use, Feb. 12, 8 a.m. – noon, Evergreen Hall • Homelessness and Af fordable Housing, Feb. 19, 8 a.m. – noon Evergreen Hall.

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Omega and Associates Engineering walked away with the top prize, Business of the Year.

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News The stars come out as Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce celebrates business Little Mountain Greenhouses Garden Centre and Florist was honoured for retail excellence. “This category recognizes a retail establishment which has demonstrated outstanding business success and innovation,” judges said.

Little Mountain has consistently demonstrated community commitment and support, they added, and is widely respected throughout Chilliwack for achievements and community involvement.

The award for sustainability went to Yarrow Eco Village and Groundsell Co-Housing.

The award recognizes the project’s outstanding contributions to community sustainability “through economic, social and environmental excellence.”

The Chamber Award, which goes to a Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce member that has gone above and beyond other members, went to Chilliwack Economic Partners Corporation, CEPCO. Jordan Forsyth, meanwhile, earned the Chamber’s Director Award.

Mt. Waddington’s Outdoors was named New Business of the Year. “This business has demonstrated excellence in the areas of innovation, management, marketing, customer service, and integrity,” judges concluded.

Employee of the Year went to Debra Archer, an employee, judges said, who demonstrates excellence in customer service, is a team player and leader, and is involved in the community.

Amanda Quin was named Young Entrepreneur of the Year for her dance school, Project Dance.

“This award symbolizes the achievements for innovative entrepreneurs who provide inspiration, exemplify excellence, and carry out their unique vision,” judges said.

The service award for a local not for profit went to the Chilliwack Learning Community Society, an organization that has been promoting literacy skills in Chilliwack and the eastern Fraser Valley since 1990. The award means the society will receive donations from select Chamber events throughout the year.

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Importance of literacy Literacy is the foundation of an educated life.

The ability to read opens up new worlds to people of all ages.

For the very young, reading is the cornerstone to starting off right with the basics in schooling.

First, they’re demystifying those black designs on a page into letters, but eventually those reading skills will help them easily plough though 12 years of basic education.

For teenagers, reading can provide an imaginary escape. And for many, writing in a journal can be as therapeutic as chatting with an old friend. In this way, literacy skills can help lift spirits, and even decrease depression.

For young adults, reading and writing skills need to go beyond text speak that often reads more like bingo numbers than the English language.

A good handle on literacy can lead to better communication, and will increase the chances of landing a better job.

Unfortunately, there are people among us who never quite grasped the written language. There are parents who can’t decipher letters from the teacher, and grandparents who can’t read to their grandchildren.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

This past Monday was Family Literacy Day. It was a chance to celebrate all things written, and spoken, with the ones you love.

But it was also a chance to recommit ourselves to the support and promotion of literacy, both in the home and in our community.

We do a disservice to our kids if we don’t share the wonder of the written word with them from an early age on.

We also risk the future strength of our society when we take literacy for granted and assume all have equal access to acquiring those skills.

So, grab a book and read it to your children. Offer a journal and a pen to your teen. Help a young adult revise a cover letter, or encourage a parent to hit the books.

But more importantly, find out more about agencies like the Chilliwack Learning Community Society. It’s an organization that has been promoting literacy skills in Chilliwack and the eastern Fraser Valley since 1990 – not just one day a year, but every day. ~ Black Press

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The tug of war for transportation taxes VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark has set off a storm of protest by imposing a referendum on new Lower Mainland transportation improvements, timed with the province-wide municipal elections on Nov. 15.

Even if you don’t live in Metro Vancouver, you’re not immune from this long-running saga.

Provincial and federal governments use your tax dollars for the big stuff, including the SkyTrain Canada Line to Vancouver airport and the South Fraser Perimeter Road, a new truck route to port facilities at Tsawwassen.

Clark has promised a bridge replacement for the George Massey tunnel under the Fraser River, which may or may not be tolled like the Port Mann bridge.

The patchwork of Lower Mainland tolls is a growing political liability for the B.C. Liberal government,

and if further tolls are avoided, major works elsewhere in the province may be delayed as the budget is eaten up by the big cities.

Clark announced the Massey tunnel replacement in a September 2012 speech to the Union of B.C. Municipalities. In the same speech, she also pledged Tom to complete the FLETCHER four-laning of the last 240 km of the Trans-Canada Highway from Kamloops to the Alberta border. That’s one of the most mountainous stretches of highway in Canada, and the province’s cost was estimated at the time to be $650 million over 10 years. Time will tell if that promise is kept.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone inherited the mess left behind by former minister Kevin Falcon, who took transit authority away from Metro Vancouver politicians. He appointed a board of experts and set up a toothless “mayors’ council” to rubber-stamp their decisions, after forcing through the Canada Line ahead of a long-promised transit extension to the east.

Local politicians wrangled for years over that eastern extension.

They finally settled on surface light rail, only to be overruled by the province, which wanted the vastly more expensive SkyTrain.

The latest rebuke to the mayors’ council was when they decided not to proceed with a costly new electronic fare card system.

Falcon reversed that one after taking a junket to London and falling in love with their “Oyster card”

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Speaking of reversals, Stone is now demanding the mayors come up with their list of priorities for new projects. They are expected to believe their choices won’t be overruled again.

Stone correctly notes that Vancouver wants SkyTrain on Broadway, Surrey wants new surface light rail, and other Lower Mainland communities want new road and bridge works. Local governments have a long history of parochial squabbling, getting their pet projects done and then suddenly developing the urge to rein in spending once it’s time to dig deep for their neighbours.

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Clark has made it clear there is no going back from a November referendum on new regional transportation financing tools, a promise explicit in the B.C. Liberal election platform. She hopes it will increase the dismal voter turnout for local votes.

If it does that, it may be worth it. Right now, civic elections are dismal affairs, with voter turnout and awareness of local issues drifting from bad to worse.

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The age of oil exports should be over In regards to your headline story on recent rail incidents, it’s no surprise. (Recent rail incidents heighten local concern, Chilliwack Progress, Jan. 24.)

The Harper government’s Plan B to move Alberta bitumen by rail across northern B.C. and already through the Fraser Valley, is Steven Harper blackmailing us, and using Transportation Minister Lisa Raitt’s initiative to improve rail safety, as smoke and mirrors.

We have over 8,000 kilometers of rail line, that is in terrible need of upgrade in order to haul dangerous cargo safely. Unfortunately, there’s not much we can do about it, seeing that we sold the railways off.

Now, we are in a terrible pickle, being put in a rude and evil situation of having to move the dirtiest crude in the world across the most pristine regions of earth, with a rail line that has a history of spilling toxic chemicals into our lakes and rivers, not to mention the latest rail disasters.

Are we taking all these environmental risks to supply our own energy needs? No, they want to triple the tanker traffic with even

larger ships to supply the energy needs of Asia so they in turn can supply us with non-essential cheap consumer goods, produced on the backs of child and slave labour, and with absolutely no respect for environmental concerns.

So instead of developing our own manufacturing industry, we give that away because we cannot compete with that kind of labour. So we give the Asians the minerals and the energy and they do it for us.

If we took the high road and developed an energy policy that first leans toward self-sufficiency, we could rebuild the important sectors of our manufacturing industry by offering cleaner, more dependable, and less expensive energy.

This represents a great opportunity for the province, but not without its challenges. Most of those, will come from other competing jurisdictions, who as well, have new undeveloped reserves.

The challenge will be to create new markets by introducing conversion technology for a LNG market. Converting existing internal combustion engines to natural

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Nominations are now being received for the 2014 Order of British Columbia. If you know anyone in our community who has truly led by example, I encourage you to nominate them for the Order of British Columbia. Nominations must be received by the first Friday in March to be considered this year. Nominations received after this will be included in the selection process for the next calendar year. An independent Advisory Council, chaired by the Chief Justice of British Columbia, will consider nominations.

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gas, as well as other gasoline and diesel burning apparatus, will be the key to creating the market, that will be needed to keep the price at a competitive and sustainable rate.

This opportunity is then extended to the sale of the technology as well. To convert every vehicle, would be a massive financial opportunity, as well as cut our carbon footprint significantly.

There will always be detractors, especially those making a living in oil now. It’s just too easy to stick a pipe in the ground and suck the product out. But sometimes, the easiest way isn’t the best way.

Gas is more abundant, cleaner, cheaper, and we can develop our own resource, instead of sucking out every last nickel of crude out of the tar sands. Let’s save the oil for manufacturing and burn natural gas. Let’s forget about rail and pipelining crude, it’s time to convert to natural gas. This is what Premier Clark campaigned on last spring. This is what won her the provincial election, this is what British Columbians want. This is what we should do.

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Alternatives need to be found Global warming has become a big problem in our quickly growing society. With growing population comes a need for more extraction of fossil fuels and other substances that are harmful for our ecosystem and earths’ atmosphere.

We need to come up with alternate ways of extracting fossil fuels and minerals without destroying our planet. Open pit mining for example can destroy a mountain within 10 years, something that would take mother nature thousands of years to erode away.

But it’s not just the extraction of these fuels that is harmful, it’s the use of them.

We rely on fossil fuels too much, especially since they are not a renewable resource we need to find out new ways of providing energy. Using wind and solar power will reduce toxins being released into the atmosphere, but this won’t happen unless we get the word out about alternate power sources.

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which hasn’t been implemented,” said Munshaw. “As a professional, it puts us in a real ethical problem.

“So, I’ve come to the end of my road.”

The timing for the news conference was not a coincidence.

Monday marked the 12th anniversary of Bill 28, legislation that removed class size and composition from teachers’ collective bargaining agreements in 2002.

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“After 12 years, with 2002’s kindergarten class now graduating, it’s time to recognize that government has not lived up to British Columbians’ expectations,” said Iker.

Hours after the press conference, the B.C. Supreme Court ruled in favour of the BCTF, ordering the government to pay $2 million in damages for unconstitutional class size legislation that’s been in place since 2002.

Several statistics were thrown out through the course of the conference: B.C. is the second worst funded education system, at $1,000 less than the national average, next only to Prince Edward Island; B.C. has the country’s worst student-educator ratio, meaning there are more students per educator than anywhere else in Canada; B.C. has lost 1,400 specialist teachers since 2002, most cut from the system, but some who have left for reasons similar to

president Jim Iker said is a generation of students who have been short-changed in education.

“Children who were in kindergarten in 2002, when government illegally stripped class-size and class-composition language from our collective agreements, are now in Grade 12,” said Iker. “An entire generation of B.C. kids, have spent their whole K–12 education in larger classes with less one-on-onetime, and less support from specialist teachers.”

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An Agassiz couple caught with thousands of dollars stashed in their motorhome at a North Dakota border crossing has been sentenced to time served.

Jonna and Robert Booth were stopped at the border while leaving Manitoba in October, and it was revealed through investigations that $73,000 CND in cash was hidden in a compartment in their motorhome. Since they had both claimed to United States Customs that they were not carrying more than the allowable $10,000, they were charged with bulk cash smuggling and held in custody.

On Jan. 17, U.S. District Judge Daniel Hovland sentenced each of the Booths to time already served, at 109 days. They also had to forfeit the cash seized at the border, two iPhones and their motorhome. They also have to pay a $100 fine.

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The judge ruled that while she did know that money was gained illegally, she did not know how much money there was or where it was in the RV, making her role in the offense “minimal.”

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Flexing the comedy muscle on Friday Academy gets off its high horse Meet the Comic Strippers.

These guys are trying their very best to be sexy and it just ends up hysterically funny. The brilliant comic Roman Danylo is returning to Chilliwack to lead some of the funniest performers in Canada on Jan. 31. Portraying a fictitious male stripper troupe The Comic Strippers, the cast includes top improv comedians performing some of the most hilarious comedy you’ll ever see.

If you think the idea is ridiculous, you’re not alone.

“It’s an explosion of ridiculousness!” says Danylo.

Six shirtless dudes named Chip, wearing nothing but tight black pants and coloured bow ties.

Front and centre as “Chip Munk” is Internet sensation David Milchard, superstar of the hottest new web series of 2013: Convos with my two year old.

His career has had him perform with Second City, the The Vancouver TheatreSports League and most recently appearing in the YouTube Review 2013 and at Disneyland.

The Comic Strippers show has been described as “Whose Line is it Anyway” meets Zoolander.” Oiled up and ready to make you laugh, the semi undressed comedians put on a completely unscripted show, taking on audience suggestions to create a whole new genre of comedy. The result is a gut busting comedy show that is sure to lighten up those dark winter days.

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“Masters of their art, flexing every muscle available, to tickle each funny bone in the house” - David Jobling, Fringe Review 2013 For five seasons Roman Danylo starred on Canada’s “Comedy Inc.” and has appeared

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Long time performer with The Vancouver TheatreSports League, “Chip” Michael Teigen can also be seen in many films, TV shows and commercials. Completing the “Chips” is the sensational, David Milchard, of Convos With My 2 Year Old fame, whose star is rising fast. Treat yourself to an evening packed with hysterical improv as Danylo, living up to his award-winning reputation, with two Gemini nominations, a Leo award and appearances on Corner Gas, Comedy Now, Just for Laughs, and Made in Canada, puts on a show that is sure to chase away those wintertime blues.

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After a short hiatus from the gala fundraising scene, the Chilliwack Academy of Music is back in full force – with a brand new approach. “We are primarily a classical music conservatory, though there are tons of exceptions,” says principal Graham Yates, “But we thought that there may be a wider audience of musiclovers out there for our fundraisers if we appealed to a different market.” With that, the Valentine’s Hoedown was born.

While some couples will be enjoying fine dining with soft classical music on that most romantic of evenings, Hoedown guests will enjoy a delicious meal of pulled pork with all the “fixins” and cut loose on the dance floor with a live country band. Some couples may exchange carefully wrapped gifts; while Hoedown couples compete in couplesoriented fun and games such as a “milking” contest on a stylized cow, “Horsey Hops,” and “Redneck Ringtoss” to win amazing prizes like jewelry, an iPad, or a trip to a ranch, courtesy of some generous local sponsors.

“We’re looking to carve out a niche that doesn’t exist in Chilliwack,” says event organizer Bonnie Mason. Whether you’re young or old, whether you’re a die-hard country fan or you just like supporting community fundraisers, she adds, “It’s going to be loads of fun.”

Where else can you go to support local youth musicians, playing games for prizes? Organizers, who are volunteer members of the academy’s board, are hoping to fill all 140 seats at the Mt Cheam Lions Hall.

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The new directory puts the spotlight on local artists, musicians, crafts persons, performing artists, instructors, arts organizations, and more.

“The goal of our directory is to be a gateway for the arts in Chilliwack; a place to connect the community to the arts and artists around them,” said Patti

Lawn, executive director of the Arts Council.

Whether you’re interested in piano lessons, dance classes, to be a part of a theatre group, or are looking to hire a band for a gala or event, the arts directory can help connect you.

The directory website is now live at www.chilliwackartsdirectory.com.

Here you will find convenient categories for arts disciplines, as well as a community events

calendar that can be updated by the public by submitting your event. Printed copies of the directory will be available at The Art Room (home of the Chilliwack Community Arts Council) at #20- 5725 Vedder Rd., as well as distributed to libraries, tourism centres, civic facilities and various other locations throughout the Fraser Valley.

Academy set to kick up some dust ACADEMY from page 15 Guests at the Valentine’s Hoedown will enjoy a fantastic evening while supporting the development of young musicians. The academy, founded in 1979 in order to bring quality music education to the community, enrols 500 students each year in lessons, group classes, and various community outreaches, including programs and bursaries for underprivileged families.

Its students share their gifts at the local music festival, senior’s homes,

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special events, community musicals and orchestra concerts, as well as recitals that are free and open to the public. Academy students range from newborn to 81 and study all styles and types of instruments from voice, piano and orchestral instruments to guitar and drums.

Tickets can be purchased at the Centre (604.391.SHOW) or at London Drugs for $48 each ($96 per couple).

The event will be held at the Mt Cheam Lions Hall, 45580 Spadina ave, at 6:30 pm.

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Mozart on the menu at CSO’s Note-Able Feast Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus present its annual fundraising gala dinner on February 15 at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel.

A Mozart Dinner Concert is the theme for this elegant evening.

“While the exquisite dinner menu will be sure to delight your appetites, the evening’s entertainment will showcase the talents of

the CSO,” says music director Paula DeWit. Every year the silent auction is popular for its intriguing items and enthusiastic bidders. One of the featured auction items is a dinner for eight, prepared for the winners by DeWit and friends.

“This has been a successful CSO tradition for several years,” she says.

Guests enjoy a very memo-

rable evening while this yearly event raises thousands of dollars to assist the CSO & Chorus in continuing their popular programming.

The ticket price of $75 is offset by a $40 income tax receipt.

Note-Able Feast, Saturday, Feb. 15, Reception 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 pm at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel.

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Take an inspiring and heartwarming drive with Miss Daisy Nicola Lipman, playing Daisy Werthan, says that “because of the fact that Hoke’s presence is imposed on Miss Daisy, it takes her a long time to accept him as a human being and not as an intruder in her life”.

Her tenacity lessens as she comes to value the presence and care of wisecracking Hoke, who, as actor John Campbell says, “Over the 25-year period of the play, really falls in love with Daisy’s spirit and comes to admire her.” Over time, the relationship between these two unlikely companions transforms from one of reluctance and necessity to a deep and genuine friendship, and helps Daisy overcome her predispositions, revealing the ability of the human heart to open up to new possibilities. The 25-year journey that Daisy and Hoke take together carries the audience through a period defined by prejudice,

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This heartfelt story has reached audiences across the world since 1987, when Alfred Uhry began his illustrious playwright career with Driving Miss Daisy; the first of the “The Atlanta Trilogy”

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Come and experience the charming tale of Driving Miss Daisy, the beloved Pulitzerprize winning play and film adaptation that is coming to the main stage of the Cultural Centre on Feb. 5. The story of a Southern matriarch and her reluctance to accept the help of the compassionate chauffeur, hired by her son, has touched audiences for almost three decades, and this wittily written show brings out the heart and humour at the centre of their growing relationship.

Driving Miss Daisy centres upon 72-yearold Daisy Werthan, a stubbornly independent widow who initially regards considerate old chauffeur Hoke Colburn with resentment and more than a dash of prejudice.

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SATURDAY

Creative Outlet brings its 2014 Preview Show to the Cultural Centre stage tonight at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15/ adults, $12/students and seniors, $5 for children five and under, and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604391-SHOW(7469). www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

St. Mary’s elementary school is hosting Coffee House Concert, a fundraiser featuring Vancouver artists Megan Twist and Mark Hildebrand in the school gym (8909 Mary St.). Doors open at 6 p.m. and concert starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door, or a table of 8 for $80. All proceeds go to educational programs and school materials.

Relive the Vancouver Olympics with 14 Gold: Images from the 2010 Olympics, a solo photo exhibition by Progress photojournalist Jenna Hauck running until Feb. 27 at the Chilliwack Museum. 604-702-5576.

Ballet Jörgen returns to the Cultural Centre to perform the classic romantic tale of Romeo and Juliet. Tickets: $35/ adults, $33/seniors, $30/students, and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

The annual Chilliwack Lions Club Music and Dance Festival runs Feb. 4 to March 13 with dance and music performances at the Cultural Centre, and band performances at G.W. Graham theatre. For ticket info, call 604-391SHOW(7469). www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. www.chilliwacklionsclubmusicanddancefestival.com

Live band Thursday evenings at the Anavets (305-46268 Yale Rd.). 604-792-6370.

FRIDAY Comedic theatre performance, The Comic Strippers, is at the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $32/adults, $29/seniors, $27/students, and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. Note: Adult material and situations — may not be appropriate for all audiences.

MONDAY

SUNDAY Come to a sing-along program of traditional Christian music accompanied by the Chilliwack Songs of Praise Orchestra at Cooke’s Presbyterian Church (45825 Wellington Ave.) at 3:30 p.m. There will be special music presentations. 604-792-2154.

The Royal Canadian Branch 280 Legion (5661 Vedder Rd.) has live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights. This weekend it’s Earthmen.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY Planes and Characters is on display at the Art Gallery in the Cultural Centre until March 8 with paintings by local artists Sandra Wiens and Pierre Tremblay. Gallery hours: Wednesdays to Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m.

Driving Miss Daisy is at the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Tickets: $32/adults, $29/seniors, $27/students, and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

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Coming Up The Cascadia Wind Ensemble presents Cascadia Live at the G.W. Graham theatre at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7. The concert showcases two Chilliwack artists — harpist Joanne Hankey, and vocalist Penny Dalton. Tickets $15 and available in advance at The Art Room (205725 Vedder Rd.), or at the door on the evening of the show. 604-769-2787.

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up midway through the third quarter.

“He still played about 35 minutes and played like a warrior,” Graves said. “Only losing by six in their gym, I was really proud of the boys.”

Graves has seen his team in enough measuring-stick games now to have an idea where they’re at.

“The thing with us is will we bring our A game every night as far as intensity and working hard?” he said. “We match up with every team in height, athleticism, defence and skill.

When we bring our A game we can beat any team.”

— Lejeune got some

big news on a personal front this week, committing to the University of Victoria Vikes for next season.

Lejeune had just about every CIS school sniffing around, including the local University of the Fraser Valley Cascades.

But UVic head coach Craig Beaucamp said all the right things, and a campus visit sealed the deal.

“It’s an interesting campus with a lot of people,” the teenager said. “The campus seems to be in a nice area and I got toured by two first-year guys who were really nice guys. It seemed like a good culture-based school and

it’s built on basketball.”

With his size and talent, his provincial-team pedigree and his team’s success, Lejeune knew it would come together eventually, and said he didn’t spend much time worrying about a scholarship.

But now that it’s done, he’s happy to be getting a helping hand with his post-secondary schooling.

“I didn’t have any particular school in mind when the season started and I was just going to see who talked to me and go from there,” he said. “I’m excited and relieved knowing I’ll get some of my tuition paid for. That was always my goal.”

Captain Cochrane Though he’d probably never won’t-back-down approach that is admit it, there had to have been contagious. Because of that, he now a time when Tanner Cochrane wears the captain’s C vacated when Austin Plevy was traded away. thought he was done.

“I’m just trying to do what the Maybe after sustaining a serious injury during last year’s playoff guys before me did, and show the young kids what it’s like to be a series versus Prince George.

Maybe during the long months Chilliwack Chief,” he said. “Show them the intensity that’s required off skates.

He was 20 years old and out of day in and day out. With hard work you never know what can happen.” hockey.

Cochrane had three goals in But the one thing to know about Cochrane is that there’s no quit in Chilliwack’s most recent game, a wild 7-7 home-ice draw versus West this guy.

Knock him down and he keeps Kelowna.

His Chiefs rallied from a 5-2 deficoming back.

“I had one of the toughest sum- cit and led 7-5 before coughing up mers I’ve never thought I’d have two goals in the final minute.

“Any time you get 14 to go through something goals in a game, all the guys like that,” he said. “So to be get on the score-sheet and back in Chilliwack is really the fans have a great time,” rewarding. Playing alonghe said. “We really wanted side my little brother (superto get two points and having rookie Carter Cochrane) is the lead blow up like that really special and I’ll never is tough. But the effort was forget it.” there tonight, and we’ve just As recently as midgot to work on getting more December the Kamloops points and catching Surrey.” kid was toiling for the junior Tanner Yeah. About that.

B North Okanagan Knights, The Chiefs collected two dominating overmatched COCHRANE points in the tie with West opponents to the tune of 11 Kelowna and a 5-4 overtime goals, 17 points and 59 penloss in Langley Friday. But they still alty minutes in 13 games.

When veteran Chiefs D-man trail the Eagles by 14 points for the Cody Bardock was sidelined a final playoff spot in the Mainland couple weeks by injury, Chilliwack division.

“You’ve always got to battle and head coach and general manager Harvey Smyl had an opening to get hope, keep a positive mind-set and never feel like we’re out of it Cochrane back.

He had an assist in his BCHL until they tell us we’re out of it,” return, a 7-2 home-ice loss to Prince Cochrane said. “We’ve still got four games against Surrey and there’s George Dec. 16.

He’s tallied five goals and 10 no doubt in our minds that we can points in 12 games, but his true catch them.”

Two of those Eagle games are value goes well beyond the scorethis weekend as the teams square sheet.

Cochrane is a case study in ‘bring- off in a home-and-home.

Chilliwack is in Surrey Friday. ing it.’

They host the Eagles Saturday Smyl know what he’ll get from the winger every shift of every night at Prospera Centre with a 7 game. Win or lose, Cochrane pro- p.m. start.

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Perennial contenders in the Fraser Valley East, the Hawks are a massive wall standing in the way of the upstart Falcons.

Hayden Lejeune and crew host the Hawks Friday night in the Sardis gymnasium, looking to knock down that wall.

Tip off is 6:30 p.m.

“We need to beat them to have a chance at first or second in the league,” Lejeune said.

This is the second meeting of the season between these two teams, with W.J. Mouat taking an 80-71 decision in Abbotsford Jan. 7.

“It was tied most of the way, then their little point guard (Corey Hauck) started going off on us,” Lejeune recalled. “He ended up with about 34 points and he was the difference, more than anything.”

Lejeune doesn’t encounter many players who make him feel small, but W.J. Mouat big man Tristan Ettiene is one of those guys.

Towering over the court at six-foot-10 and 200+ pounds, he lumbers up and down the floor, causing chaos around both baskets.

The Falcons are 3-2 in league play.

Their two Sardis losses have come against W.J. Mouat and Langley’s Walnut Grove (59-53 Monday night).

The Walnut Grove loss had extenuating circumstances.

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Friday’s opener was a blowout, with the Cascades opening a 33-15 halftime lead en route to a 66-31 triumph.

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UFV prevailed regardless, 65-52, to improve to 12-4 and maintain a one-game lead over UBC and UVic for first place in the Pacific division.

Wierks had another solid game with 16 points and 10 rebounds.

Litman added 13 points and Mission’s Aieisha Luyken chipped in with 12 points and five assists.

But winning results aside, Cascade coach Al Tuchscherer didn’t seem all that impressed.

“Not our best night tonight. I thought our approach was sloppy and that continued for most of the game,” he said. “UBCO played with a lot of desire tonight and we didn’t execute our game plan at all. We were fortunate to leave the game with the win. We will have to be much better moving forward.”

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Over the last seven years, his Valley Huskers football team has gone through four coaches. Smith follows in the footsteps of Tyson St. James, who followed in the footsteps of Luke Acheson who followed in the footsteps of Howie Zaron.

None were very successful.

Zaron won back to back coach of the year awards in 2007 and 2008, mostly for getting the team to a semiacceptable level. He led them to a 6-4 record in one of those years. And that was the high water mark.

Smith takes over a team that went 2-7-1 last year, 1-9-0 the year before and 0-10 the two years before that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wish I could give some magic words would make everyone believe it will happen,â&#x20AC;?

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That said, Smith is determined to do some things differently, and it starts with the recruiting thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on right now in the dead of winter.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862

We are delighted to announce the engagement of

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Graydon Bartel,

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second son of Martin and Wanda Bartel of Agassiz, and

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Amanda Stewart,

604-819-2644

The Salvation Army

An August 2015 Wedding is Planned

Fireside Addiction Services.

604-702-9879 Call for appointment.

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eldest daughter of Julia Dodge of Chilliwack and Graeme Stewart of Powell River, formerly of Sechelt, BC.

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Graydon & Amanda

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CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

Promontory - Childcare avail. by mother of 1, in my home for one child (age 2-4 years.) I have my Community Support & Youth Worker, First Aid & Food Safe certificates. 604-799-6070

Huge Swap Meet Sat. Feb. 1 10am -2pm

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

NOW HIRING Class 1 Drivers to transport dangerous goods for oilfield service company in northern Alberta.

Competitive wages, benefits and lodging. Experience hauling fluids preferred. Email: dispatch@brekkaas.com. spraylakesawmills.com

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Anti-Aging Business Goldmine!

Prime turn-key Routes available.

Baby Boomers #1 Demand = $$$ $20k invest = $80k+ yearly, P/T. Call 888-900-8276 24/7 EXCITING NEW CANADIAN BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Available in your area! Min inv req’d. For more info, call 866-945-6409 GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year.

All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years.

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS & COMPANY DRIVERS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators & company drivers based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

Sassy Cuts is hiring!

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Stylist needed - wage plus commission. Flexible hours For appt call: (604)792-1866 or send resume to: sales@sassycuts.ca

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HELP WANTED

CARPENTER FOREMAN CARPENTERS & LABORERS

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. $3500 Signing BONUS for Owner Operators

Required at local forming company. Must have own transportation and personal protective gear. Wages negotiable. Email resume to:

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call Bev, 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today.

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FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

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swingwest@shaw.ca Experienced milker required, 35-40 hours per week, Chilliwack area.

Call (604)316-7051

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

GPRC, Fairview Campus, Alberta needs Power Engineering Instructors. No teaching experience, no problem. Please contact Brian Carreau at 780-835-6631 and/or visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca.

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HAPPY THOUGHTS

Amazing Dad and best friend Happy 40th birthday.

Love the family

HELP WANTED

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CAM TRAN CO. LTD. is a family owned distribution transformer manufacturing company with facilities in both Ontario and British Columbia.

With 32 years in the utilities industry we continue to grow as one of the leaders in quality and service in the Canadian market. Cam Tran Co. Ltd. provides a clean, safe, and challenging team environment for those who are committed to long term success and continuous improvement. Cam Tran Co. Ltd. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Responsibilities include: light mechanical duties, oil changes, welding experience and truck clean up/maintenance. Great for semi-retired person, 30 - 40 hrs per week.

Please fax resume to: (604)792-8013 or email: valleypowersweep@telus.net

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

There is a CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada.

Work from Home.

CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs

DUTIES INCLUDE: • plan and perform day to day maintenance work • Repair, fabricate and modify machinery • Conduct maintenance and repair on machinery, equipment and mechanical systems • Implement schedules for preventative maintenance programs • Respond to maintenance requests • Troubleshooting & problem solving • Understand and investigate process improvements.

Successful candidates will have previous maintenance experience in a production environment, be proficient in welding & machinery maintenance, and have a Canadian Welding Bureau certification.

Experience with electrical, pneumatics, and controls are preferred, and knowledge of transformer manufacturing is considered an asset.

Please forward your resume to hr@camtran.com by February 7, 2014, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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HELP WANTED

Cam Tran is looking for a Maintenance technician to join our Chilliwack, BC team. Candidate must be able to perform required duties and responsibilities (per below) for required production & building maintenance.

CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL Best Rates. 1.800.663.1818 century-plaza.com

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES LEARN FROM HOME. EARN FROM HOME. Huge is a demand for Medical Transcriptionists. Start your online learning today with CanScribe Career College. w w w . c a n s c r i b e . c o m 1.800.466.1535 info@canscribe.com.

Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

46510 First Ave

80 tables of vendors.

Antiques, video games, kids stuff, household items, electronics, clothes, DVD’s, jewellery, collectibles and more.

Bring a canned food donation to local food bank. $2 admission

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483

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ADVERTISE in the LARGEST OUTDOOR PUBLICATION IN BC The 2014-2016 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis

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INFORMATION

CHILDREN

HELP WANTED

General Warehouse/ Shipping person: RESCUE CANADA RESOURCE GROUP INC. of Chilliwack requires help with inventory repair, packing and shipping/receiving of associated training gear. Incumbent shall be self motivated, able to work on their own, good attitude. Work involves shipping, receiving, drying, cleaning, repairing dry suits and gear used in search and rescue, rafting, boating and water-monitoring activities.

Incumbent shall have reasonable computer ability for inventorying, shipping, record keeping.

No set hours per week; as little as 2 hrs or as many as 40 hrs.

No weekends, typical daytime hours. Able to lift 60 pounds. $15/hour to start. larryb@rescuecanda.ca.

Only suitable candidates shall be contacted by phone or email.

NORTHERN VANCOUVER island scaling company is seeking Coastal Log Scalers for camp/local positions. KLM Inventory Ltd. is based out of Port McNeill, BC. KLM will accept candidates who have just recently acquired their scaling license; the company will provide training. Competitive wages, plus full benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email qsg@telus.net. If you require any additional information please call Jamie MacGregor at 250-230-0025.

THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: •Heavy Duty Mechanics •Feller Buncher •Coastal Log Scalers •Grapple Yarder Operators •Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers •Processor Operators •Hand Buckers •Machinist •Coastal Certified Hand Fallers Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits.

Please send resumes by fax to 250956-4888 or email to: office@lemare.ca

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

Certified Dental Assistant

required for Chilliwack Dental Office Please apply in writing to: Dr. Michael Thomas 102-45625 Hodgins Ave Chilliwack, BC, V2P 1P2

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We have the following position available:

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Executive Assistant

Please visit our website at www.comserv.bc.ca for full job posting. Please mention the job title of the position you are applying for in your cover letter. No phone calls please.

Closing Date: 12:00 Noon, February 07, 2014 45938 Wellington Avenue Chilliwack, BC V2P 2C7 ph: 604.792.4267 fax: 604.792.6575

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Customer Service Specialist

Pacific eye Doctors’ Sardis location, a Division of Fyi Doctors, a leading provider of eye care of over 32 years is looking for a new member of our team. Our goal is to provide an exceptional eye care and service, one patient at a time. As a Customer service specialist your responsibilities will be answering phones, typing, booking and confirming appointments, pretesting, recalls and general customer service. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to multi task in a fast paced environment and have a strong desire to provide the best customer service possible.

We offer an excellent benefit package, a fun and professional work place and competitive wages, depending on experience.

PERSONAL SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

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Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanic Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Req. immediately.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

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

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

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

1.800.587.2161.

ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018

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BENEFIT PACKAGE!

Marine Technician

Registered Resident Care Aides Required at Cheam Village, in Agassiz. If you are energetic, enthusiastic & enjoy working with older people please email your resume to mrayworth@valleycare.info or fax to 604 796-3844

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LEGAL SERVICES

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

MOVING & STORAGE

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

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

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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CHANEL SPA New Year Specials!

604-746-6777

TEACHERS

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

Teachers on Call Highroad Academy, an independent Christian school is looking for certified TOC’s Grades K-12. Application forms available at:

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

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Why Your Fat Friends Will HATE You When You Lose Weight! www.FatLossFAQ.com As Seen On TV, Risk-Free 60 Day. Toll-Free 1800-804-1381

info@highroadacademy.com or mail to 46641 Chilliwack Central Road, Chilliwack BC V2P 1K3.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

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ACCURATE PAINTING 3 Room Special $299

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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 CHIHUAHUAS, male pups, 20 weeks old, $550 obo. Call 604-7947347 FEMALE PEKINGESE top of the line pup, reg’d. Email for more info.

Video avail. $995. 604-353-8750. charlesfoyers@gmail.com FEMALE YORKIE micro-chipped, reg’d, cert of pedigree. Video avail health records. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

Annacis Island Pawnbrokers!

Open ‘till MIDNIGHT! #104 - 1628 Fosters Way Tel: 604-540-1122 DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+

ON the Money Bookkeeping Services. Experienced bookkeeper to help you with your bookkeeping needs.

From shoebox to financial statements. Revenue, Expenses, A/P, A/R, Bank & Credit Card Statements, and Cash Receipts. Manual or computerized. (Simply) Reasonable rate of $20 per hour. Pick up or drop off service. Contact Cheryl at cbevans@shaw.ca

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FINANCIAL PROBLEMS?

Talk to an insolvency professional before you act.

FREE FINANCIAL EVALUATION

Sheila Smelt & Associates Inc.

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Financial counseling Bankruptcy - Proposals 604-392-5300 www.sheilasmelt.com

CLEANING SERVICES

CLEANING LADY available, good references, good rates, residential.

Call 604-791-2525

CONCRETE & PLACING

LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187

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Volunteer Income Tax Preparers needed for E-file returns for low income retirees and people with disabilities during March and April.

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STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca spraylakesawmills.com

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Coin collector buying collections, Olympic gold and silver coins, etc.

Call TJ 604-701-8041

REAL ESTATE 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Wntd to buy Ind/comm mid/v lrg bldg. Must be reas. Priv, confidentl.

Best deal fastest. rrw1@telus.net

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PLUMBING

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. LOCAL Plumber. Plugged drains, renos etc. Chad 1-877-861-2423

HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811 BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

4 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath home on 11 acres, h/w floors, close to city centre, $889,000, 604-793-0171 chwk

MINI DACHSHUND PUPPIES, born Dec 11th. M&F. unique smooth coat silver dapple and black & tan piebald. Raised by 12 yr old girl in 4H dog obediance. Well socialized. 1st shots & dewormed. $800/ea (will go toward education fund) Call: 604820-4827 (Mission).

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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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS MOBILE HOME, Cedar Grove Park (Sardis), by owner, 69’L, 1090 sq.ft. fenced yard, small pets ok, w/b f/p, 2 bdrms & enclosed hot tub/room.

Handyman special, $35,000 obo.

Call: 604-463-0205

STAMP COLLECTOR

NEW Mobile home on it’s own 50x120 lot. $13,000 down, $1303/mo OAC. 604-830-1960

Looking to buy stamps and whole collections.

Email: swisshouse@shaw.ca

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HOMES WANTED We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com (604) 657-9422

UNDER $100

couch and loveseat, $100 obo. Call 1 (604)793-9207

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UNDER $200

Little Chief smoker, $40, Big Chief avail., both nice 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Solid old manure spreader as garden ornament, first $100, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Used Wheelbarrows from $15, over rail toolbox $30, 793-7714

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378 CRUSH YOUR JUNK Garbage / Yard Waste Removal.

Construction Clean Up. $85/load.

Senior Discount. Call 604-798-8201

SENIORS!

STUDIO & ONE BEDROOM

Heritage Square Apartments Freshly painted, new floors, fully renovated. Large one bedroom & studio.

Excellent central location. Parking, balcony, elevator, non-smoking. Large in-suite storage. Adult only, very secure. Corner of Main & Spadina.

604-316-3040 or 604-799-3428 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.

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

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FUEL

MORTGAGES

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.

Starting from $520/m. 604-824-0264

LANAI Apartments 9462 Cook St.

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! $670/month

$100 Move-in Allowance Free premium cable, $80 value.

WE CATER TO SENIORS!

Call Verna, 604-819-0445

Bole Apartments Certified crime-free multi housing.

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

MISC. FOR SALE

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available.

Call National Teleconnect Today!

1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.

Broadway Maples Apts 604-819-6229

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FOR SALE: Over 100 paperback books, nearly new, $1/each. Call (604)858-7600

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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

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Certified crime-free multi-housing residence complex.

CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

ELECTRICAL

APARTMENT/CONDO

1.877.409.9874

FULLY SEASONED, Alder, Maple, Birch. Split & Delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

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To Arrange a Viewing Call

MALE WESTIE. Top of the line pup.

Registered, email for more info.

Video avail. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE

RENTALS

MALE POMERANIAN registered, micro-chipped, all health records, video avail. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

MISC. WANTED

MALE COCKER - Micro-chipped Reg’d, cert of pedigree, video avail. health records. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

515 BOOKS, COINS, STAMPS

FINANCIAL SERVICES

#2-45676 Yale Rd, Chilliwack. 604-392-9200

incls. paint & 2 coats

R&B RENO’S. Boarding, taping, spraying, drywall repairs, painting.

No job too small. Call Les, 604391-1200/604-866-4594

Contact the Chilliwack & District Senior Resources Society at 604-793-9979.

PETS

(Ceiling & Trim Extra) • Quality Guaranteed • Bondable • Ref’s Randall 604.353.8042

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 1-604-575-5777

www.highroadacademy.com

Please forward along with resume to:

HEALTH PRODUCTS

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Save On Furniture

604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

LANDSCAPING

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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MISC. FOR SALE Twin........$99 Double......$249 Queen.......$299 Plus, 50% off select furniture items.

• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000 Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls.

Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150

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removal done RIGHT!

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER avail. to fix things around your house or business. Call John for an estimate at (604)792-9199

TREE SERVICES

TREE & STUMP

HANDYPERSONS

HOME REPAIRS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Mattress Sets

WG DRYWALL. Renovations, repairs, and T-Bar ceiling. Call Walter, 604-997-9074

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Primary duties include maint. troubleshooting & repair of diesel & gas marine engines.

Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems.

Must have own tools and a valid drivers license.

Compensation Based On Experience.

Please forward resume to vancouveroutboard@ telus.net

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Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250

Please apply in person to: Pacific Eye Doctors, 104-45793 Luckakuck Way, Sardis BC, V2R 5S3 or by fax 604-824-2943 or email: familyoptom@telus.net

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1 & 2 bedrooms suites, upmarket quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hookups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p.

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APARTMENT/CONDO

CHILLIWACK. 1 bdrm, $560/m & 2 bdrm, $700/m; Laundry hook-upsincl. Ref’s, avail Feb 1.

Call (604)703-9076

Chilliwack. 2 bedroom, 850sf, washer & dryer, internet/cable/wifi incl. $850/m. Available now. 604392-3332 or 1-778-994-8734

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CHILLIWACK - $835/M. 1000SF 2 bdrm, 2 bath, central location , close to hospital & shopping, washer/dryer, stove/fridge, dishwasher, gas f/p, balcony. This unit is the ONLY rental in the building, all others are owner occupied. Building is age restricted (45 yrs). No pets, no/smoking, good references a must. Available Mar. 1. This suite will appeal to a mature adult or couple who are looking for a refined, quiet bulding. Call Thomas collect, 1 (604)-530-0380

August 12, 1930 – January 14, 2014

Dixon George Garfield

taylor place

Chilliwack quiet sec spac 1 bdrm $575/mo. Deck. Avail now Bob 604-703-1401 Chilliwack, senior building 55+, bachelor ste, $520/m cls to shopping & amenities. avail jan 1.

(604)703-9076 CHILLIWACK. spacious & bright 1 bdrm, balcony, FREE heat, h/w, parking, elevator, great Mary St. location, from $595 SPECIAL! Call 604-702-0722

Luxury Suites

(off Vedder Rd South)

(604)858-9832 17 suites -1&2 bdrms

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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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

FAIRFIELD ISLAND; 1 bdrm ste attached garage & bsmt. Newly reno’d. Appls & lndry incl. $700mo + utils. avail now. Ed (604) 818-3444

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AGASSIZ 6903 Fraser Dr. 5 Bdrm home with summer kitchen. Close to schools & swimming pool. Ref’s req’d. $1500/mo. (604)796-9052 Chilliwack. 2 bdrm smaller house, downtown, large yard, W/D, n/s, small pet ok, $900/m refs & DD. Avail now. Call (604)798-1187 Chilliwack, 8558 McCutcheon Ave, 2 bdrms up, 2 down, w/inlaw suite.

New laminate flooring, lrge balcony, nice fenced yard. Pet negot. $1200/m. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of George Dixon, 64 years, on January 24, 2014.

George leaves behind his wife Joyce of 42 years; his daughter, Kim (Fred); son Sean; his 7 grandkids: Caine, Kayla (Cody), Bailey, Brooklyn, Reily, Island and Karryn; and great grandson, Seth.

George is predeceased by his parents, George and Caroline; his aunt Bet. He leaves behind four brothers: Jim, Terry, Barry and Tim; and sister, Cheryl; as well as many nieces and nephews and dear friends.

George was a loving husband, awesome dad and wonderful grandpa who will greatly missed by all who know him.

George spent many years working as an electrician up north at Echo Bay and Syncrude.

Many thanks to Dr’s Wilson and Goddard for taking care of him. George requested no funeral but his children will host a celebration of his life for family and friends on Feb. 1, 2014 at Camp River Hall, Camp River Rd at 2:00pm.

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1 & 2 Bdrms & den

Adult oriented, 5 appl’s Secure underground pkng Across from hospital, close to all amenities.

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8977/9003 Edward St Diana, 604-792-4191 No Sunday calls.

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St. Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt.

Ref’s req’d.

604-799-1472 to view

Sardis, 45595 Tamihi Way, The Heartford in Garrison. top floor, 1 bdrm + den, gas f/p, h/w & tile floors, 5 appl. n/p. $1000/m avail. now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077 SARDIS, CENTRAL. 1 bdrm suite, balcony, recently upgraded, clean.

Incl. heat, walking dist. to shops & transit. $650/mo. Safe long term tenants. Avail. now. 604-791-0211.

Feb 09, 1944 - Jan 25, 2014 After a lengthy illness, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend.

He is survived by sons, Bill (Janice), Steven, Frank; siblings Mary, Henry (Robyn), Jake (Erica), Helen (Dale), Tina (Norm), David. Predeceased by Parents John and Maria Dyck, Brothers Peter and Frank, Nephews Donald and Damon.

A Memorial Tea to be held in 5864 Wilkins Dr. Chilliwack, BC.

Great Sardis Location 3 bdrm, 2.5 baths, 5 appl., central a/c, walk to all levels of schools, easy freeway access, on bus route. $1600/m + util, pet neg. Avail now.

Call 819-7943 or 794--7943

SARDIS, 3 bdrm, 1256sf condo, Vedder area, ensuite, f/p, cls to amen. New paint & carpet. $1100 + util. Avail Mar 1. Call (604)793-3442

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Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd

CHILLIWACK Newly reno’d, 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

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HARRISON HOT SPRINGS. 3/bdrms, 2 full baths, spacious kitchen with island, fam room with gas f/p, bonus upper loft great for office or 4th bdrm. Good location 2.5 blocks to lake. $1500/mo. N/S, N/P. 1 (604)644-2201 ph or text LOWER LEVEL suite in house, great area, 2br, 800sf, parking, nice yard, storage, laundry, Cramer St. Chilliwack, 1-604-540-0423. N/s, n/p. Work/rent ref’s, $650.

Sardis area. 3 bdrm, 1000sfnear River on Vedder Rd., priv. yard, 4 parking spots, avail now. n/p, ref’s req’d, $950/m + util. 604-798-3779 SARDIS - Superior location near schools. Lrg country kitchen, 12x17 sundeck, 2 n/gas f/p, 3bdrm 2baths 2100sq/ft, lrg fncd lot w/RV pkng.

NP/NS. Monthly inspection. Feb 1st $1450/mo +utils. Call 604-819-7008

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Rosedale. RV pads available. $400/month + hydro. Cable & Wifi avail. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $70/mo available. call 604-794-7361

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION Promontory, working person to share furnished executive home. 3 bd, 3 bath, 3 bay garage. Gym, i/net, lrg TV, util. incl., avail now. $600/m. (604)858-1937/791-1937 SARDIS. Unfurnished room for rent, share kitchen, bath, laund. Np/Nd. Refs req. $350 incl inet/hydro/cble.

Great for Young-at-Heart SENIOR! Avail now. Call (604)824-6097

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3 Bedroom Basement Suite located near Yarrow, $1000 per month + $1000 deposit, Avail. now. Call 604-897-2094 or 604-823-2341 CHWK: Bachelor suites & 1 Bdrm suites available. 55+ Laminate flrs, N/S, N/P. Incl heat/water. Call: 604997-7337, 604-792-5173 GARRISON CROSSING 1 bdrm carriage home, 2 car garage, deck, 5 appl, n/p, n/s, $725/m + 30% util.

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GORDON, Cecilia (Cecelia) Elaine (nee Bailey) Age 65 years, born in Lamont, Alberta, passed away peacefully at home in Edmonton, Alberta on January 22, 2014.

She was the loving wife of husband Vance for 45 plus years and she was extremely proud of her two sons Patrick and James. Cecilia was an avid reader and had a phenomenal memory which earned her respect as the family encyclopedia.

Cecilia was also a collector of Teddy Bears much to the frustration of her family!

Cecilia is survived by her husband Vance and sons Patrick and James, two sisters Colleen (Stan) Strahl and Sylvia (Steve Davis) Bailey of Chilliwack, nephews Mike, Bryan and Steve Strahl of Chilliwack, nieces Nongahe and Tea’t Bailey in Thailand.

She is predeceased by her parents, Cecil and Doris Bailey and her brother Lewis.

In keeping with Cecilia’s wishes, cremation has taken place.

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Eleanor Emelia Flathman passed away at Chilliwack General Hospital on January 14, 2014. Eleanor was born the youngest of eight on the family farm near Raymore, SK. She attended school in a one-room schoolhouse until Grade 10 and then stayed in a boarding house in Regina while completing Grades 11 and 12 at The Balfour Technical School.

After graduating high school, Eleanor worked for the Government of Saskatchewan for 10 years.

She was outgoing and participated in many of her friends’ weddings as a bridesmaid and/or soloist. Eleanor met her husband, Roland, in 1955. They were married in 1956 in Regina and their first daughter, Cheryl was born in 1960.

Eleanor and Roland moved to North Vancouver in June 1960 and the following year, their second daughter, Susan was born. In 1965, Eleanor resumed work as a bank teller on the North Shore and in Vancouver. Later in the mid 80’s, Eleanor joined Roland in the real estate business. Eleanor and Roland moved to Surrey and then retired and moved to Chilliwack in 1995. Eleanor grew up in the Baptist Church and on moving to BC, the couple were active at West Van Baptist Church for over 25 years and then attended the First Baptist Church in Vancouver. While living in Surrey they attended Surrey Alliance Church and Peace Portal Alliance Church. Upon moving to Chilliwack, they become regular attendees at Chilliwack Alliance Church. Their daughter, Cheryl Laird, died of leukemia in 1999 after a long battle with cancer. Eleanor is also predeceased by her three brothers, Robert, Louie, and Walter and three sisters, Annie, Hulda, and Rose. Eleanor is survived by her husband Roland, brother Julius Orthner, daughter Susan Turgeon and grandchildren Morgan Turgeon, Alyssa Laird, step grandson Jacob Lahn, and son-inlaw, Dale Laird. Eleanor enjoyed socializing with friends and family, and always took an interest in others. She enjoyed family vacations, dinners, and picnics in the summer. Eleanor spent much of her active time gardening, going on walks, cooking, baking and entertaining.

Thank you to the staff at Chilliwack General Hospital and Dr. Ralph Jones and Dr. Rose for their care of Mom (Nana).

A memorial service will be held at Chilliwack Alliance Church, 8700 Young Road, Chilliwack on Thursday, January 30, at 2:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Canadian Diabetes Society or to Chilliwack Alliance Church.

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Maureen Amy (NEE BOYCE)

Maureen was born in Nanaimo on September 27, 1933, passed away in Chilliwack on January 18, 2014. She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Amy Boyce; and a brother, Emmott.

Maureen will be remembered by her family, husband Alan; children, Kerry (Bob) ; Christine (John) ; Kevin (Lindsay); David (Pat); Grandson, Richard; close friends, Nancy and Dick. Maureen graduated from John Shaw High School in Nanaimo, Class of 1951. Attended Victoria Normal School, 1951-52. Began her teaching career as a Grade One teacher at Central Elementary School (Chilliwack), where she remained for the most part until early retirement June 1988. 1989 saw her return to her beloved Vancouver with Husband Alan. 2004 saw them return to Chilliwack after a diagnosis of Dementia.

Singing was a part of Maureen’s life at the summer cottage, at Departure Bay, Nanaimo. She harmonized with Mother Amy, who was herself an accomplished singer. At John Shaw School, Maureen was a proud member of Andrew Dunsmore’s famous High School Choir. In retirement with Alan she was a member of “The Arrowsmith Singer’s” and “The Parksville Community Choir” where her high soprano could soar with the very best, especially during performances of Handel’s Messiah.

Maureen will be remembered for her love of family and friends.

She loved Central School, which she referred to as her “Great Orange Pumpkin”! She never wanted to teach anywhere else. Most of all for laughter, and the broadest smile you could possibly imagine. A smile which she maintained to the very end.

Thank-you’s to the staff at Eden Care Center, for all their wonderfull care. The Alzheimer’s support with whom many tears and laughter were shed over the years. To Dr. Hamilton and Dr. Jones for their care, and understanding. Rev. Diane Astle, and the Carman Family.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 2:00pm, Carman United Church, 7258 Vedder Rd., Sardis, BC. If friends so desire, you may sign the guest book at, www.hendersonsfunerals.com. Henderson’s Funeral Home, in care of arrangements. 604-792-1344 Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd.

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Hamilton, Mary Kathleen

Carpenter, Richard Edward George

September 30, 1930 ~ January 24, 2014

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Mary was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan and spent most of her youth in Coronation, Alberta. She moved to Chilliwack at the age of fifteen and spent the rest of her life here.

Mary is predeceased by her husband Lyall “Doc” and four of her eight sisters; Grace, Amy, Dorothy and Betty. She will be lovingly remembered by her four children; Sharon (Rob), Dennis (Lori), Charlene (Jim) and Lynn; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren, one brother John and four sisters, Bella, Ruth, Mona and Loretta.

Mary and Lyall owned and operated a gravel and excavation business in Chilliwack for 25 years. For many years they were active in the Chilliwack pony racing community. They bred and raised their own ponies and participated in pony races throughout BC and outside the province.

Mary’s strength, courage and outlook on life inspired many people. Mary considered herself fortunate to be part of a large, close extended family.

Family and friends were of utmost importance to her. She passed on those beliefs to all of us.

Throughout her life, Mary most enjoyed sewing and gardening. In honour of her love of flowers, we encourage people to include flowers in their choice of dress for the celebration of her life.

In later years, Mary enjoyed line dancing, hiking, carpet bowling, floor curling and playing cards with her many friends.

Mary’s funeral service and celebration of life will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Henderson’s Funeral Home 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Mary’s memory.

Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Online Condolences can be made at www.hendersonsfunerals.com

Royal Canadian Legion and Royal Canadian Navy Flag.

Born March 25 1951 in Russell Manitoba, he passed away peacefully January 19 2014 at Cascade Hospice Chilliwack after a short courageous battle with cancer with his wife Christine at his side.

He was predeceased by his beloved daughter Michelle and dear wife Susan.

He is survived by son Jeff daughter in law Michelle and grandchildren Chelsea and Dallas, son in law Omar and daughter in law Sehar and extended family members and friends in eastern Canada.

Rick was known as Reg to family and school friends, Chuck to his sea mates in the Royal Canadian Navy because he was always smiling, and Big Rick to his friends and colleagues in northern BC and Alberta where he worked in heavy construction for many years as a well liked and respected foreman and superintendent.

A patient kind and gentle man he enjoyed golfing with his neighbours, Friday night meat draws at the Vedder Legion Branch 280 and tending to his garden.

Missing him badly and not understanding is his little white wolf pack Mindy, Nicky and Dolly.

Thank you Dr. Enns, and all the staff at Chilliwack Hospital and Cascade Hospice for your kind care during Rick’s last days.

Rest in Peace Rick.

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Ph. 604-792-0311

www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca attend our Sunday Service: 10:00 am

Gospel Hymns & Christ-Centered Sermons Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.

New Life Christian Church Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.

SUNDAY SERVICES 8:00am BCP Communion 10:15am BAS Family Service, Music and Communion 46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young 604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com

Call The Manager @ VEDDER CROSSING - Newly built – 3 bedroom townhouse, 5 appliances, 4 bath, 3 levels, basement, carport/s. No pets, No smoking. $1350-$1450 month. To view call 604-793-8356 We Have 2 Playgrounds for your kids And are “Pet Friendly” NEWLY RENOVATED $990 PER MONTH + UTILS

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Morning Service - 11 a.m.

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Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am The friendly place at Yale & Quarry!

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