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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress It’s been a stellar year so far for Chilliwack real estate sales. “It’s actually been ver y very good,” said Jake Siemens, president of the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board. There are still a few more weeks left in 2014, but already there are clear signs the local marThis is the ket is bouncing back. first year “We’ve that we’ve seen about a seen some 20 per cent increase in recovery sales roughly, month ~ Jake over month, from 2013,” Siemens Siemens said. It’s not so much that individual house prices are going up, but rather that more Chilliwack properties have been selling. “This is the first year that we’ve seen some recovery. It bodes well for 2015.” Siemens has been in the business a long time, celebrating 28 years in January. The steady rise in 2014 real estate transactions in Chilliwack began to be seen in early spring, starting in February. “So far we’re on track, not necessarily for a record year, but probably close,” he said. The local real estate market was exceptionally strong back in 2006 and 2007, before succumbing to

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Take care in high stream-flow conditions Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Flood watchers in Chilliwack had their eyes peeled this week. Heavy rain and warmer temperatures hit the south coast region by Monday night, causing creeks and rivers to rise in Chilliwack. Officials with the Chilliwack Emergency Program urge everyone “to take special care at this time of year” when significant rain storms can arrive .

Caution is key for public safety especially when high streamflow or flood watch advisories are issued. There were none in effect at press time. “Residents, recreationalists and visitors to the area are urged to use extreme caution on and near all water ways including water ditches,” according to the City of Chilliwack notice. “Rain storm waters can be fast-rising and fast-moving.” It can also make shorelines

unstable. People are asked to stay well away from the water’s edge and to be especially vigilant for the safety of children and pets along rivers and creeks that can prove unpredictable and dangerous. See more the Chilliwack Weather Forecast. They’re calling for four-day rain totals in the region to be between 100 and 400 mm. Chris Wilson, manager for Emergency Services for FVRD said they’ve had conference calls with Environment Canada and

Emergency B.C. reps, and will continue to monitoring the local conditions this week. “Even though it may be nice to look at the high water as it’s rushing by, we recommend staying away right now. People can be overtaken quite quickly,” he said. The heavy rain warning was lifted for the Fraser Valley area last night, but they’re still watching levels on the Fraser and Chilliwack rivers, and stream Continued: RAIN/ p10

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Third party reporting for those who wouldn’t otherwise tell Jennifer Feinberg The Progress If there’s a sexual predator at work out there, officials want to be able to connect the dots. The phenomenon of reporting of sexual offences — even years after the fact — has exploded in the mass media recently. Alleged incidents involving celebrities like Bill Cosby and Jian Ghomeshi in recent months have prompted several women to come forward. But what if they could have reported what happened to them anonymously? These stories might have broken earlier. In fact there is a way for police to become aware of incidents, and

to investigate the allegations, when people have been victimized or assaulted, without knowing who the victims are. In B.C, it’s a program called Third Party Reporting or TPR. The program is being “relaunched” this year to make sure everyone is aware it, said Beverly Coles of Specialized Victim Services of Chilliwack Community Services. “It is an option of last resort,” she said about the TPR protocol. “It is for anyone who is very sure they do not wish to report a sexual offence to the police, but want the police to be aware.” Many women who have been sexually assaulted are afraid to call

police, or testify in court. The TPR program is an option that allows people to share information about what happened and get referred to services, while still remaining anonymous. It is geared to both women and men, who are not in imminent danger. Crucial details they may have about assailants and predators who attacked them can really help investigators and profilers. Police can recognize and evaluate trends, create profiles of serial predators, track information across the province and take action like boosting patrols in specific areas. Specialized or community-based victim service programs can act

as “a bridge” between police and those who would not otherwise report sexual assault to police. “Whether or not a woman makes a report, Chilliwack Specialized Victim service program support workers will connect her with critical medical, legal and social services in her community, an essential step in the healing process,” said Coles. TPRs have been used in some communities for about 30 years, and in 2008 B.C. launched a Third Party Reporting Protocol as an option for adults (19+) to share information about sexual offences yet remain anonymous, she noted. Specialized victim service program staff are specially trained to

help individuals explore their legal reporting options, which includes making a Third Party Report. When they contact such a support worker they are not obliged to report to police. Chilliwack Specialized Victim Services will assist anyone in the area wishing to make these reports. “Our area includes Chilliwack, Hope, Agassiz, Harrison and Boston Bar.” Support Workers in Chilliwack can be reached at 604-793-7211 or 604-793-7235. jfeinberg@theprogress.com twitter.com/chwkjourno

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Ella Bercier, 7, (centre) shows a customer more cards to choose from during her Grade 2 classroom's Christmas card sale at Central elementary last week. The class decided to make Christmas cards and sell them by donation to help raise money for a primary playground. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Homemade Christmas cards help fund playground Jenna Hauck The Progress A Grade 2 class at Central elementary has taken fundraising for a new school playground into their own hands. Last week, the class started selling some of their 100plus handmade Christmas cards at the school. The idea came about a month ago, shortly before the school’s 85th anniversary celebration. Teacher Danielle Tebrinke gave the kids a fill-in-the-blank project. The assignment read: “If I could

buy Central any birthday present, it would be…” About four or five students wrote “a new playground.” The school’s current primar y playground is made out of wood which is rotting and falling apart. Sections of it have already been dismantled, and the rest will be removed by the spring. It will cost $56,000 to buy a new playground. The kids are hoping the loonies and toonies people have been donating will soon add up. Some students, like

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Chilliwack RCMP say another prolific offenders off city streets. Last Tuesday RCMP joined forces with Abbotsford police and the Integrated Municipal Auto Crime Team (IMPACT) to arrest 32-year-old Shaun Bolko. On Dec. 2, Bolko took police from Chilliwack into Langley, and was ultimately arrested in Abbotsford. Bolko was the lone occupant of a Ford F-350 pick-up that had been stolen earlier that day from a Chilliwack address. Bolko also had a warShaun Bolko rant for his arrest out of Coquitlam, B.C. Bolko has been on IMPACT’s Top Ten Auto Theft list for the past two years. He was also arrested by the Chilliwack RCMP Property Crime Section in May of 2014 for allegedly possessing a stolen Ford F-350. In this case, Bolko was found guilty of possession or stolen property, possession of firearm contrary to order, possession of break in instruments and breach of probation and was sentenced on June 5, receiving a jail sentence. “This recent incident is a great example of the partnerships that the lower mainland property crime teams have,” said Cpl. Brock Rayworth the Non-Commission Officer in charge of the Chilliwack RCMP Property Crime Section. “Auto theft is a crime that occurs throughout the Lower Mainland and by working together we are able to effectively target and put these types of prolific offenders in jail,” he said.

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News Fund raising efforts recognized A Chilliwack man will be recognized Thursday his efforts raising money on behalf of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of B.C. Peter Groenland, a retired staff sergeant with the Vancouver Police Department who created and ran the Ride to Live motorcycle event, will have an annual award named in his honour. The 2014 Founder Award will be presented Thursday at a special event in Vancouver. The award will be one of two that will presented to researchers working to learn more about the disease. The other award – the Pioneer Award is named in honour of Ron Johnson. Groenland and his volunteers raised close to $1 million for prostate cancer research. Groenland himself only found out he had prostate cancer when he went to his doctor to ask for support for the ride. Johnson, mean-

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Bait car thief Missing women compensation flows charged again A Chilliwack man who pled guilty after being caught in a bait car just four months ago was back before a judge last week. This time 24-year-old Lough Plumridge was pleading guilty to possession of stolen property, possessing breaking and entering tools, and breach of conditions. Plumridge had been arrested Nov. 21 after being caught with a Honda Prelude that had been stolen in Chilliwack. “We are actively targeting offenders who steal vehicles,” said Cpl. Brock Rayworth, who heads the Chilliwack RCMP’s Property Crime Section. “If offenders like this continue to steal vehicles once released from jail, we will continue to target them.” Chilliwack RCMP Property Crime Unit works in the Upper Fraser Valley to target auto theft and other active property crime offenders, in the area. The Property Crime Unit also works with other partnering agencies, such as the Integrated Municipal Provincial Auto Crime Team (IMPACT) in an effort to reduce property crime within the Lower Mainland.

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Clark on climate, clawbacks, credit cards A year-end interview with Premier Christy Clark. For an extended version see the opinion section at www.theprogress.com. TF: Are you still confident that we’re going to see a major LNG project approved by the end of 2014? PCC: We’re still in negotiations with Petronas and Shell, so I don’t know if it will be by the end of 2014, but I’m hoping in the next few months. [Days after this inter view, Petronas announced a delay in their investment decision until 2015.] TF: I talked to a couple of SFU climate mitigation specialists, and they agreed that it’s unlikely to the point of impossible to have a major LNG industry and still meet Gordon Campbell’s ambi-

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we’ve ever made to reducing climate change. TF: Ontario and Quebec have taken a page from your book. They have seven conditions for an oil pipeline, Energy East, which involves conversion of gas pipelines and taking Alberta oil to the East Coast. What do you think? PCC: I think they took our five conditions and elaborated on them. So you’ve got British Columbia, Alberta, now Ontario and Quebec, all signed on to some version of the five conditions. And of course Enbridge and Kinder Morgan as well. TF: What about the conditions they have added? PCC: One of the things they say they want to protect against is a shortage of natural gas coming to Ontario and Quebec. These are

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credits, fiscal measures and benefits that have been maintained or put in place to counter the effects of the global crisis.’’ While much has been accomplished, there is much work left to be done. That is why we have introduced our Family Tax Cut Plan, which includes an increase and expansion of the Universal Childcare Benefit. Under this Plan every family with children under 18 will have more money to spend on their priorities. Two-thirds of the benefits of this plan are expected to flow to low-and-middle income families. Families earning less than $30,000 will receive an average benefit of $1,218 and a single parent with two children earning

$30,000 will receive $1,524 per year. With respect to helping northerners access nutritious food, since its implementation, the volume of perishable nutritious food shipped to northern communities has increased by approximately 25 percent, and the cost of a food basket for a family of four dropped by approximately $110 a month in the first two years of the program. Our Conservative government will build on these achievements by focusing on creating jobs, growing the economy and generating the prosperity that will lift even more Canadians out of poverty. Mark Strahl, MP Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon

Churches are active in the community Why don’t the churches assist with the homeless problem in Chilliwack? Courtney Saunders, I am trying to understand if your letter in the Wednesday, Dec. 3 edition of The Progress is a serious question as to what the church is doing to deal with homelessness, or an attempt to attack Christians because of their beliefs (isn’t that the basis for bullying and intolerance?). Firstly, the churches of our city do not stand empty most of the time, but in fact are busy and available for

a number of activities including running community support groups (AA, NA, divorce and grief recovery groups, English as a second language, etc). During the teachers’ strikes, some churches even opened their doors offering child care to help the parents. They also offer counselling for a variety of issues, and for those that own buildings, their premises are open and available for a variety of other community events. Secondly, our churches are actually very involved in addressing

Prices at the pump prompt questions I have a question, that I would suggest most people in Chilliwack would like an answer to. That question is: why are gas prices five and six cents a litre higher in Chilliwack than Abbotsford? Why in fact, are they higher by any amount? It makes one wonder what the magic phone number they all call to set the prices for the day. Total price gouging and I for one do not buy fuel in Chilliwack. Which means I don’t stop to buy other stuff as well. Barry L. Davies

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Tories take action on poverty: Strahl Re: “Children are counting on us,” Chilliwack Progress, Wednesday December 3, 2014 I’m happy to report that our Conservative government has made significant progress both in reducing the number of children living in poverty and reducing the costs of nutritious food for Canadians living in the far north. Since we took office, there are 1.4 million fewer Canadians living in poverty including 225,000 fewer children. David Morley, President and CEO of UNICEF Canada has recently said, “If Canada is faring better than other western countries, it is due to measures that are favourable to families like tax

homelessness, especially in the winter season, and work together rather effectively to reach out to this need in our community. Take for example Salvation Army (which is a church in itself!), Ruth and Naomi’s, Cyrus Centre, and BC Teen Challenge. Volunteers from all churches donate time, money and goods to their food banks, homeless shelters, and services that they offer. The churches also raise thousands of dollars for disaster relief in our country and the rest of the world.

To imply that the churches just meet in tax free premises once a week for a couple of hours without doing anything to alleviate social issues in our city, is ignorant at best. In fact, it is because of the churches efforts and work in these areas that you don’t pay higher taxes! So Courtney, the church is very active and involved in addressing homelessness and reaching out to needs in our community, but the real question is, what are you doing about it? Evans Hundermark

Dinner welcomed Thank you to all the seniors who attended the sold out banquet of 200 on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Upon arriving, the Grand Hall was a very welcoming sight. The round tables were adorned with colours of red and green on the black table cloths and was striking and very festive. The menu was the traditional delicious turkey dinner with all the trimmings. A huge thank-you to Teaching Chef Terry McDougall, Christine Cutajar and Judith Booker. Thank you to the culinary arts and volunteer students, all dressed in their black slacks and skirts with white tops, presented a very professional look. Everyone did a great job to make the evening a wonderful and successful event. Thelma Schwandt On behalf of the Committee

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Life can be challenging and sometimes feel hopeless. A better life may seem like a distant dream because the resources are not available. The reality is, many people face these challenges. Chilliwack Community Services (CCS) provides programs and services that create opportunities with people to make positive change in their lives. Your support can help change a life around. The Family Literacy program helps young adults gain confidence in themselves as they complete courses for a brighter future. The Central Gateway Licensed Child Care, is a licensed child care facility right next door where children are nurtured and educated in a positive setting. Connie wanted to change her life and upgrade her education so that she could provide for her children. “My children were just down the hall from me while I went to school. They looked forward to seeing their teachers each day. Knowing that they were safe and happy let me put all of my focus into my classes. I would not have been able to reach my educational goals without the free child care provided by CCS.” Michael, a single father moved to Chilliwack seeking new opportunities. He contacted CCS and was referred to Sardis and Downtown Family Place, to help him connect to the community. “When we first moved to Chilliwack, I felt really alone. I wasn’t used to being a single Dad. I had lots of parenting questions and wanted my daughter to be able to play with other kids her age. Family Place changed our lives. The staff welcomed me and my daughter. She has learned so much playing with other kids and I have learned how to parent more confidently by taking Parenting Classes at Family Place.” Your support helps CCS to continue to provide programs and services, “from twinkle to twilight”- Early Years, Youth Services, Family Services, Immigrant Services, Employment Services and Senior Services. These programs are made possible through support from the community. Here is what your donation can do: • $35 donation provides children’s reading books and craft supplies • $50 donation provides nutritious snacks for children and families attending programs • $100 donation provides text books and program supplies • $250 donation provides healthy living, literacy and other programs for families • $500 donation provides furniture and equipment for programs • $1000 donation provides computers, software and outdoor play equipment Please visit www.comserv.bc.ca/donation to make your donation, or stop by the Wellington office to make a donation in person. For more information please contact Karin Massar at 604.792.4267 Thank you - Your support will help turn a life around!

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Housing market showing promise global financial crisis conditions in 2008, when markets were crashing everywhere. “We saw record sales in 200607 and we’re hoping to beat those numbers.” Chilliwack’s big advantage is still affordability and decent interest rates. A typical or median price for a single family home in Chilliwack is about

$350,000, compared to $450,000 in Abbotsford. “Prices are considerably lower here. And as prices go up, that gap seems to widen,” Siemens said. One of the driving factors is that Chilliwack buyers tend to get a little more property with their real estate deals, and the fact that one-quarter of sales are coming from out of town realtors.

Housing starts up in Metro Vancouver The number of home starts in Metro Vancouver so far in 2014 is up 3.2 per cent from last year, according to new statistics from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. “To date, actual housing starts totalled 17,494 units during 2014 and most of these were in the cities of Vancouver, Surrey and Richmond,” said CMHC senior housing market analyst Robyn Adamache. Richmond’s starts have more than doubled from 1,117 in 2013 to 2,458 so far this year. New home starts are up nearly 30 per cent in Langley Township, 26 per cent in Coquitlam and 16 per cent in Surrey, while starts have declined this year in Vancouver and Burnaby.

“That means agents are coming out here to show because it’s affordable for their clients and that makes it worth the drive,” he added. Online listings and the technology that drives it are big factors as well. “It’s made business a little easier and we’ve seen more new construction this year.”

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From left, Michelle Gendron, Myrt Armstrong, and Betty Hawryluk were some of the eight women who made and hung Christmas greeting cards to a tree in Rotary-Corbould Park on Monday afternoon. The women are part of a Bible study group from St. Mary’s Church and hung about 80 handmade, personalized cards, some even in different languages. Anyone is welcome to take a card, plus the ornaments on the tree are up for grabs as well. The group still has more cards, which are made from reused old Christmas cards, and they will replenished the tree when necessary. “We hope each person who gets one will have a bit of an uplifting moment,” says Armstrong. They are challenging other groups to do the same. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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Christmas through the ages with the CMO Variety is said to be the spice of life. Variety is also the overarching theme of the Annual Celebration of Christmas Concert Dec. 20 presented by the The Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra. “We have chosen this year to present Christmas Music through the ages, from the Renaissance to rock. This concert has something to entertain everyone,” said CMO member and spokesperson Ann D. Fleming. A varied group of Chilliwack musicians and thespians will be joining the CMO to showcase

the community’s “truly great” cultural diversity. Entertaining concert goers in the CCC lobby will be the Eggen Family Brass, who have become an annual favourite. Also in the lobby for preconcert entertainment, members of the Chilliwack Players’ Guild will be in period costume, singing carols and rounds and creating their special brand of comedy. The Guild was founded in 1953 and is the resident theatre company at the Cultural Centre. They are famous in Chilliwack for their comedic British Nights

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and have just completed a successful run of On Golden Pond. The program includes beloved Christmas music from the mid-15th century to the 21st century, Renaissance to Rock. “Our lovely Christmas angel, Soprano Sinead White, will be joining the orchestra for selections from Mozart Exultant Jubilate and of course, Handel’s Messiah.” She will also be singing music both earlier and later in composition. The soprano has moved to the area after completing a master’s degree in vocal performance at

McGill University. A Christmas Concert is never truly complete without Choral Music and the CMO is welcoming the FVPS Chilliwack Women’s Chorus, a local not for profit chorus sponsored by the Fraser Valley Philharmonic Society. The Chorus was created in 2005 by professional vocalist and Music Director Paula Quick. The chorus, a highly disciplined group of women, performs a wide variety of musical styles, distinguishing themselves in the performance of 20th Century settings of ethnic and folk

music, from France and Spain, both from the Renaissance right up to the modern age. Like the CMO, the Women’s Chorus is a not for profit group of volunteer musicians from the local Fraser Valley region. To honour Christmastime during Canada’s years at war, Jack Kopstein, local musician, military historian and author has written the CMO a special arrangement to showcase brass players. “The mellow sounds of the CMO brass will bring back poignant memories for those in the Continued: CMO/ p36

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piece-band, and four-piece horn section, Uptown Horns, along with a range of artists. They just toured Alberta and Saskatchewan and sold out most shows they played, says Mike Schell, who is the showâ€™s promoter and trumpet player. Tickets are selling well for the local show. There are four acts, Diamond Jones, a tribute to Tom Jones and Neil Diamond

and others like Willie Nelson. Thereâ€™s Andrea Anderson, who sings backup vocals and a tribute to Patsi Cline, and Joe Kelso, who does Roy Orbison. Thereâ€™s an intermission and then comes the music of the King, with Adam Fitzpatrick and the Cadillac Kings. Show 7:30. 604-391-SHOW (7469)

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Raindrops on roses? Check! Whiskers on kittens? Check! Brown paper packages tied up with string? Check, check, check! If the Sound of Music makes the list of your favourite things, youâ€™re not alone â€“ which is why the Chilliwack Cultural Centre is excited to host a sing-along version of the classic film this Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the HUB International Theatre. Come see Julie Andrews and the von Trapp family larger than life on the big screen in Singa-Long with the Sound of Music â€“ and lend your vocals to the hit soundtrack! The event will be filled to the brim with wry commentary, laughter, and more than a little singing along. Produced by production company Sing-along-a, the film is complete with subtitles and a musical host to guide the audience along. This yearâ€™s host and local theatre star Caroline Buckingham, who played the role of Maria in Secondary Characterâ€™s edition of the musical last year, will lead the fun. For tickets 604-391-SHOW (7469)

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Announcing the winners from the Rotary Christmas Parade Here are the results from the 2014 Rotary Christmas Parade which took place Saturday, Dec. 6 in downtown Chilliwack. The following finalists will be recognized in a special event for parade participants, volunteers, and sponsors, on Wednesday at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel.

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Best Overall - sponsored by 89.5 The Drive 1. Mt. Slesse Middle School 2. Fantasy Farms 3. Foreman Equipment Best School - sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Chilliwack 1. Mt. Slesse Middle School 2. University of the Fraser Valley Faculty of Applied & Technical Studies 3. Sardis Secondary School

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Best Non-Profit sponsored by Prospera Credit Union 1. Chilliwack Society for Community Living 2. Chilliwack Lions Club 3. Chilliwack Chapter Vintage Car Club of Canada Corporate Large sponsored by The Progress 1. London Drugs 2. Tycrop Manufacturing 3. Shaw Cable Systems

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The following businesses gave generously to help produce Chilliwack’s brightest night of the year, the Rotary Christmas Parade. Please join us in demonstrating the community’s appreciation by shopping locally and supporting our sponsors this holiday season, or just stop by to say “hello” and thank them for helping make our parade a success.

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Christmas Safety With the holiday season just around the corner, BC Safety Authority (BCSA) is reminding British Columbians to protect themselves and their property by following a few basic lighting safety tips. Faulty wiring of seasonal lights can create electrical hazards and result in injury or property damage. To reduce risk, BCSA advises consumers to follow the manufacturer’s directions for installation and use of indoor and outdoor lights and to use only Canadianapproved products. BCSA recommends checking lights or other electrical decorations for defects before use and discarding any with cracked sockets, frayed or loose wires. Another important precaution is to turn off all electrical lighting

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and decorations before leaving the house or going to bed. In addition, BCSA provides the following tips for lighting your home safely this holiday season: • Ensure that your lights have Canadian safety approval certification. • Follow the manufacturer’s directions for installing and using any electrical decorations. • Consider switching to energy efficient LED lights – they produce less heat which reduces the risk of fire. • Use the right cord for the location - indoor and outdoor cords are different. • Outdoor sockets within 2.5 meters of grade

require a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacle. • Never run cords under rugs where people will walk over them or through doorways or windows where they may become pinched – breakage of pinched wires can cause a fire. • Never use staples or nails to attach cords to walls or roofs. • Make sure cords can handle the amperage indicated on your electrical devices, and avoid multi-outlet adaptor connections which can overload your outlet. • Outdoor lights left up year round will likely need to be replaced. • Keep lights out of the reach of small children. For additional information about electrical safety, visit the BCSA website www.safetyauthority.ca

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Street Hope New and Used: A community of caring The Christmas music is echoing throughout Street Hope New and Used. But if Christmas is about giving and caring, it’s Christmas all year round at the Young Road shop. For three years Street Hope has been there to help people furnish their homes, ﬁll their closets, and dress their children. It has done that with a simple philosophy. It’s on a wrist band that John Hood never takes off: “Pay it forward.” John and Bev (wife, partner and best friend) have seen some tough times. But they’ve also seen the good that can happen when people help each other and treat each other with dignity and respect. That begins by offering quality merchandise – items that anyone would feel proud to have in their home. Indeed, that pride bubbles from Bev with the freshness of a mountain spring. Not only is she proud of the eclectic array of furniture and household items they’ve sourced from contacts and connections throughout the Lower Mainland, she’s also proud to show them off. Street Hope is deceptively large inside. And that layout allows Bev to organize their inventory in a way that masks the true size of what they have to offer. And there’s a lot. Whether it’s a living room, kitchen or child’s room that needs ﬁlling, Street Hope has something.

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Cutlery, small appliances, pots and pans – Street Hope is a great place for someone just starting out, or starting over.

They’ve provided mobility scooters to those in need, helped families recovering from a ﬁre, or people just looking to start a new life.

The clothing is meticulously organized, clean and in excellent condition. They have everything from sleepers for a newborn, to jeans for the teens, and business wear for that important interview.

That approach has helped Street Hope build a community. Their facebook page – which lists upcoming specials and events – has nearly 1,500 likes.

There is also an extensive collection of equestrian gear – an echo of Bev’s earlier passion for riding and running a tack shop.

Nonetheless, as Street Hope approaches its third anniversary on Dec. 15, John and Bev still chuckle at the surprise expressed by so many who walk into their store for the ﬁrst time.

Prices are kept affordable, and their son, Graeme is there with a friendly smile to help out. But John and Bev don’t stop there. If there is a need, they will ﬁll it for little more than a promise that the recipient will do the same for someone else. They regularly support Meadow Rose Society – a local charity that helps new moms support their children.

“We’re Chilliwack’s best kept secret,” Bev says with a laugh. Street Hope New and Used is located at 8982 Young Road. Donations are excepted during store hours, but only if they are in good condition. For more information, call 604.316.4670.

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Fill A Room With Food The Hampton Inn by Hilton Chilliwack has partnered with 89.5 The Drive to launch their 1st Annual Fill-A- Room-With-Food campaign in support of the Salvation Army Food Bank. This food drive started on November 12th and will continue through to December 12th, 2014, when they will host a wrapup reception and presentation to the Salvation Army. As a new business in Chilliwack, the Hampton Inn wanted to institute an annual food drive as a way of supporting and giving back to the community. “We wanted to select a charity that is based in Chilliwack and would have the greatest tangible impact”, say Christina Welsh, General Manager of the Hampton Inn. “The Salvation Army Food Bank does an outstanding job helping to feed the more vulnerable families in our neighbourhoods. We are proud to be partnering with them.” The Hampton Inn’s cater-

ing partners, Kuro Asian Cuisine, Sherry’s Kitchen, and Vita Bella Bistro, are assisting with food collection at each of their respective locations. All food donations will be consolidated in Room 213 at the Hampton Inn, where the public is also encouraged to drop off non-perishable goods.

“We are excited to have some of our corporate clients joining in to support this campaign”, said Patricia Lundquist, Director of Sales & Marketing for the Hampton Inn. “Some of the businesses are collecting food donations within their offices, and others are contributing financially.”

The Salvation Army food bank feed at least 3,800 Chilliwack residents every month, one-third of whom are children. Pre-packed foods such as canned tuna, peanut butter, cereal, rice, pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, as well as baby and personal hygiene products are always needed.

The Hampton Inn would like to invite the Chilliwack community to participate in the wrap-up reception between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Friday, December 12th, when the Salvation Army will be presented with a cheque and all the community donations filling Room 213.

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The Chilliwack Chief’s and St. Mary’s Elementary School raffled off a 60” TV package, donated by MusicWorx Audio Video Unlimited to raise money for the UFV/Chiefs Scholarship Education Fund and St. Mary’s Playground Project. Father Emmanuel Onumandu and Chief’s defenseman Mark Esposito hold the cheque, while Chief’s forward Liam Ferguson stand beside raffle winner Shannon Lins and MusicWorx owner Lynne Goodwin.

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your children become separated from you, they go to the nearest cashier to tell them they are lost & to stay there for assistance. Parking: Parking is almost always a problem when it comes to the holiday season. If possible, park under lighting & close to entrances/ exits. Under no circumstances should you leave your children unattended in your vehicle, even for a short period of time. Place all of your purchases in your trunk to avoid drawing attention to your vehicle. Know that if you place all of your purchases in the back seat you may return to your vehicle to find your windows smashed & all of your gifts stolen. Also, if gifts become too heavy

& you are going to place some in your trunk but then go back shopping… place them in the trunk but then move your car to another place in the parkade so that would-be thieves don’t see packages placed in a vehicle & then left unattended. When your day of shopping is over & it’s time to head home, a good practice is to have your keys ready when you approach your vehicle. By doing so, you avoid the clumsiness of trying to find them & juggling your shopping bags, which delays you getting into your vehicle. We hope that everyone has an enjoyable holiday season! Season’s greetings, from the Upper Fraser Valley RCMP.

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The phrase “Happy Holidays” is uttered millions of times across the globe between the end of November and the beginning of January. But even if you find yourself in a foreign, non-Englishspeaking country this holiday season, you can still pass along this popular greeting thanks to the following translations. • Danish: Glade feriedage • Dutch: Gelukkige Vakantie • French: Joyeuses Fêtes • Italian: Buone Feste • Portuguese: Festas Felizes • Romanian: Sarbatori Fericite • Spanish: Felices Fiestas • Swedish: Trevlig Helg • Turkish: Mutlu Tatiller

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How to make your holiday party unique Entertaining season is in full swing, and many people’s social calendars are filled with parties, dinners and family gatherings. For those serving as host or hostess, setting your event apart from others can be challenging but not impossible. At a time when the holiday season is littered with events, many are difficult to distinguish from one another. But party hosts can take several steps to set their shindigs apart from other holiday gatherings. • Choose a creative date. The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day tend to be the busiest of the holiday season, so think about hosting your event outside of this time. A pre-season party or

something in mid-January may be more amenable to busy guests. Parties that fall outside of the usual time period may be a welcome change for guests who are simply stretched too thin during the heart of the holiday season. • Choose an unusual party time. Cocktail parties are the norm come the holiday season, so switch things up for your soirée. Host a brunch or luncheon, which figures to be less expensive than cocktail or dinner parties. • Invite children to the event. For a departure from the more typical adults-only holiday parties, include children in the festivities this year. Seeing the magic of the holidays

through the eyes of children can add life to your party, and it can save you and your guests the cost of childcare. • Create a photo montage. Collect images of your guests from the last year and create a slide show. Guests will likely enjoy reliving the previous 12 months and look forward to making some memories in the year to come.

Join us Dec. 13-14 & 20-21 for our hugely popular Family Fun Days! See the owls from Raptor’s’s Ridge Birds of Prey 11am3pm, take part in the Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt at 1pm (sharp!), hear stories by nta Mrs. Claus at 2pm, visit with Santa in the evening and more! For full details on all events, including live music & movie nights, visit mintergardens.com.

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n one of Chilliwack’s favourite annual Christmas traditions, the acclaimed musicians of Winter Harp will fill the Chilliwack Cultural Centre with a heartwarming collection of holiday songs and more than a few fond memories this December 16. December 16 will see the HUB International Theatre overflowing with beautiful music from the ages. A vision behind rare and ancient instruments, some of the best harpists in the world bring some of the oldest, rarest, and breathtaking instruments to life in a celebration of the season. Aglow with the gentle gleam of candlelight, dressed in sumptuous medieval outfits, and set against gorgeously detailed backdrops of chapels and snow-covered forests, Winter Harp transports audiences deep into the heart and spirit of Christmas. Lori Pappajohn is one of Winter Harp’s founding members, and her passion for the instruments and classic music has only grown over the last 20 years. “Christmas music is some of the most joyful music ever written,” Lori says. “As time marches forward, much of the past is forgotten – and this includes music. There are hundreds of carols that have been forgotten. When I come across an almost-forgotten carol, I cherish the fact that I have found it and that I’m able to give it a voice – so that, at least for now, it is not lost in the mists of time.” Winter Harp musicians play on instruments rarely seen outside of storybooks. The organistrum, ornately carved and played by two people. The bass psaltery, five feet tall

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Chilliwack United Church presents singer Ken Lavigne at the Cultural Centre tonight at 7:30 p.m. He will be presenting his new Christmas album Comfort & Joy. Tickets $25 and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus brings its Christmas concert, The Nutcracker and Christmas Favourites, to the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Features the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance, the Ladies Show Choir, and Belle Voci. Tickets $25/general, $15/student, $60/family, and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

The Evergreen Artist Group invites anyone who loves to paint or draw to join them on Monday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to noon weekly at Evergreen Hall. They have room for three more artists. Contact Wynne at 604-392-5599.

Machine Gun Kelly is bringing his No Class Tour to Tzeachten Hall (45855 Promontory Rd.) for an allages show tonight. Features performances by Immaculate, EmotionBeats, Neyvone, Rrkade, and Chunky-D. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets $50 (plus fees) and available at Tzeachten Hall (604-858-3888), Diamond Vapz (46136 Yale Rd., 604-819-4307), and ticketzone.com/ MachineGunKellyAllAgesChilliwack.

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Evensong Chamber Singers present Advent Vespers, a service of Christmas music and readings from around the world. Takes place at 4 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church (9460 Charles St.). All are welcome, no admission, offering received for world relief. Contact Walt Goerzen at 604-858-9679.

The Woody James Band performs live at the Anavets (305-46268 Yale Rd.) playing songs from their four CDs and all the best classic rock hits.

CircusWest brings acrobatic show, A Circus in Wonderland, to the Cultural Centre at 2 p.m. Tickets $10. 604-3917469. www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

TUESDAY Winter Harp is at the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $37/adults, $34/ seniors, and $32/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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WEDNESDAY The UFV theatre department brings classic holiday piece, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, to the stage Dec. 10 to 21. This adaptation of the ageless story captures Dickens’ ironic point of view and creates a panoramic view of Victorian London. For more info: www. ufv.ca/theatre, 604-795-2814 or 1-888-5047441, ext. 2814, or theatre@ufv.ca.

The Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra will be presenting its annual CMO Celebration of Christmas at the Cultural Centre Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m. Special guests include soprano Sinead White will be on stage to present Christmas music from the Renaissance to present. Tickets $15/students, $25/adults and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

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Festive faves from CMO CMO from page 15 audience who were young during the 1940s.” Christmas music composition was going strong in the 50s and 60s. Sleigh Ride, The Christmas Song and other favourites will be easily recognized by everyone. The 70s and onward, while not so prolific, produced some very memorable compositions. Kevin Davey, Music Therapist and musician with the hit Beatles Tribute Group - The Fab Forever, will be making an appearance as a ghost from the past to sing a special arrangement by Blake Mackay, orchestrator for the Fab. “We are pleased to have Kevin join us as the boys are planning a tour of Asia in the near future,” she says. To end the concert with a selection from the 21st century, they picked “a rocking version” of the Trans Siberian Orchestra’s transcription of Christmas Eve/Sarajevo, showcasing CMO Concert Master Rick Barker on electric violin and guest local guitar instructor and music composer Michal Kvicinsky, with the orchestra’s artistic director Gregory Douglas Johnson are going to flex their musical muscles with this one. The CMO’s Annual Celebration of Christmas Concert on Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m. at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets 604-391-SHOW $25, or students $15.

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Retirees (members and non-members) and their spouses/partners are invited to attend the next meeting of the MPRA at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at the Chilliwack Library. Retirees who receive a public sector pension are also invited to attend and they may join as associate members. Refreshments will be served. The Chilliwack Métis Association is holding its annual Christmas Party and Potluck on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 5 p.m. with dinner at 5:30 p.m. at Central elementary (9435 Young Rd.). Please bring a non-perishable item for our food hamper and a dish to feed five people. There will also be a jigging demonstration. St. Mary’s Catholic

School students invite you to drive by their Living Christmas Crèche (under the church bell tower) at 8909 Mar y St. between 6 and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. Donations of nonperishable food items gratefully accepted. Want to learn more about the Chilliwack 4-H Dog Club? Come out to their annual information and registration night, Jan. 5 at 7 p.m. in the Clover Room at the Landing Sports Centre (45530 Spadina Ave.). Club leaders and trainers will be there to answer your questions about the 4-H program, and training with the 4-H Dog Club.

Ongoing events The Chilliwack Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group

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meets on the third Wednesday of every month from noon to 2 p.m. in the lunchroom of the Royal Café (45886 Wellington Ave.). New members (and old ones) are welcome. The Chilliwack Senior Recreation Centre has bingo on Mondays (12:30 to 3:15 p.m.), rug hooking on Tuesdays (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.), arts and crafts at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays, doubles bridge from 1-4 p.m. on Wednesdays, al-anon meetings on Thursdays (7:30 to 8:30 p.m.), acoustic country jam sessions at 7 p.m. on Saturdays ($4 admission, bring your own instrument), and the Less Fortunate Citizens Breakfast from 9 to 10:30 a.m. every Sunday. The B.C. G o v e r n m e n t Retired Employees Association Branch 2000 Cheam View meets on the third Tuesday of the month (excluding July and August) at Canton

Gardens at 11:30 (lunch at noon) for a speaker of interest, a meal, and a short business meeting. www.bcgrea.com. Contact Peter Maguire for more info at 604-3923645, or rpmaguire@ shaw.ca. The Sardis branch of the OAPO #173 welcomes newcomers (age 55+) to the area. They offer crib, whist, paper tole, carpet bowling, and Friday afternoon bingo. They invite people to check out their facility at 5725 Tyson Rd. (beside Twin Rinks). 604-858-4066. Chilliwack Grief Suppor t continues to provide long-term support for mourners grieving the death of a husband, wife or partner. This group meets Saturdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at Chilliwack Community Services. For details, or to register, please contact 604793-7239. The Snow Peaks Toastmasters meet Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (8871 School St.). www.d21ltoastmasters.ca The Chilliwack Common Threads knitting circle welcomes new and experienced knitters to join them Tuesday nights at Carman United Church (7258 Vedder Rd.). This is a non-religious knitting group. They meet upstairs in the Heritage Room above the church office. Share your skills and passion, knit along with our charity plans, or just come to share the good company. For more information, check out our group on Ravelry.com or email loriangela@telus.net The B.C. Schizophrenia Society has its monthly meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Chilliwack Communitas (18-45966 Yale Rd.). Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship luncheons are held every Saturday

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Greetings to you all from the Mt Cheam Lions Club. As Christmas is approaching, the needs of others can sometimes be overlooked. Those needs can be small but a huge issue to the person in need. One of our members has a group of Lions and non-Lions who knit mittens and scarves that are distributed in one of our local schools. Lion Trudy works long and hard on this project.

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I mentioned last month that we need to increase the role of ladies in our organization. We are hosting an event in late January 2015 where the keynote presenter will be Past International Director Dr. Patti Hill from Edmonton. PID Patti has been endorsed as a candidate for International 2VP, if successful she will become the Àrst female International President of our association. I will have more details in next month’s column.

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Our Friday Spaghetti dinner will be back in January. The Mt Cheam Lions Club wishes each and every one of you a Merry Christmas and all the very best in 2015. If you wish more information on our club give me a call at 604-792-3810, I’m Allan Hunt.

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Grizzlies repeat as junior football champs Eric J. Welsh, The Progress Emilio Pineda ripped off a 58 yard touchdown run on GW Graham’s first offensive play of the second half, helping his Grizzlies secure their second straight AA junior varsity provincial crown. The speedster’s TD broke the spirits of the scrappy Abbotsford Panthers, and GWG went on to a 23-13 win Saturday at BC Place Stadium. GWG head coach Adam Smith talked all week about not being intimidated by the moment. His team had been there before, and looked calm and composed. In a game filled with twists and turns, his Grizzlies drew first blood. On their first series, GWG drove deep into Panther territory, with running backs Von Richardson and Gabe Olivares pounding out tough yards. An Olivares fumble at the 13 yard line ended the drive, but the Grizzlies got the ball back on the very next play when Abby tailback Samwel Uko put the ball on the ground. GWG’s Jake Troyan recovered the fumble, and three plays later, Grizzly quarterback Wyatt Uzick dove across the goal-line. Spencer ‘The Leg’ Breslin knocked the convert off the left post and in, giving GWG a 7-0 lead. The Grizzlies doubled their lead early in the second quarter, with Richardson bulling over Panthers on a nine yard run. The key play on the six play drive came from Ethan Mastin, who picked up 45 yards on an end-around. Breslin added a clean convert to make the score 14-0. To their credit, the Panthers never backed down.

Abbotsford took the ensuing kickoff an executed an 18 play drive that ended with Uko barrelling in from the three yard line. Tyson Reid’s convert kick made it 14-7 at halftime, and the Panthers got the ball to start the second half. Taking the kickoff, Abbotsford rolled downfield on a 16 play drive that included four fourth-down conversions. On fourth and seven, Panther pivot John Madigan found Reid on a 12 yard pass. On fourth and eight another Madigan to Reid connection moved the chains, and the Panthers finished with a 10 yard scamper by Uko. But, a botched snap thwarted the convert, leaving Abbotsford down 14-13. Then, Pineda time. From his own 42 yard line, No. 5 in blue found daylight off left tackle, shrugging off Panther defenders on his way to the endzone. “When you’ve got three running backs who can pound it all day, having them all come together the way they did, I can’t say enough about those kids,” Smith said. The Grizzlies led 20-13 after Pineda’s major and looked set for the knockout punch when Noah Dubosoff picked off a Madigan pass deep in Abbotsford territory. But the Panther defence stiffened, holding GWG to an 18 yard Breslin field goal and a 23-13 lead. The Abbotsford offence took the ball and drove down the field. Fifteen plays landed them at the GWG three yard line, where they faced a fourth and one. Uko got the ball, running into a Grizzly wall that stood him up and drove him back. “I think that was the play of the game, because

Von Richardson (pictured left) and Gabe Olivares played the role of thunder in the first half, softening up the Abbotsford defence with punishing runs. Lighting checked in for the second half, with Emilio Pineda ripping off a 58 yard touchdown run on his first carry. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

if they score on that they have momentum and I don’t know if we bounce back,” Uzick said. With their backs to the goal-line, the last big play came from the quarterback. Facing a third and nine from his own three yard line, needing to take time off the clock, Uzick took the shot-gun snap. The Panthers pinned their ears back, came after him, and looked like they might take him down for a safety. But the elusive pivot somehow escaped, breaking tackles on a 25 yard run to moved the chains and kept

the clock moving. “That was soooo close to a safety,” he confided to a GWG coach moments later. “That was a big play there and the toughness he showed to keep battling, I’m proud of that kid for the heart he showed,” Smith noted. Abbotsford would get the ball one more time, but with just over a minute to play, Breslin intercepted Madigan, and the Grizzlies were able to kill the clock with two kneel-downs, securing the title. “Just knowing you’ve won the game’s over, you’re so

happy and you can’t describe it, really,” Uzick said. “We worked so hard to get to this point, and being able to take a knee to end the game, it’s really nice.” “It’s unbelievable and a once in a lifetime opportunity,” Richardson added with a grin. “We’ve been fortunate to have this twice, and hopefully we’ll have it a couple more times.” With much of the junior talent set to move up to the senior squad, it’s possible GWG may be playing for another championship this time next year. In short order, the Grizzlies have

become a BC powerhouse. Smith has three provincial titles the last three years (one in Manitoba and two here). The feeling doesn’t get old. “Repeating feels pretty good, especially after losing as many guys as we did from last year’s team,” the coach said. “Bringing up younger guys and putting a core together shows a lot of heart and character. This was our goal from day one and nothing fazed us. We just learned and got better.” See theprogress.com for more game photos.

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The Sardis secondary school junior girls basketball team beat GW Graham 37-28 Monday night behind 14 points from Azalya Forstbauer. Petra Middelburg added 10 points as the Falcons secured their first regular season win. The Falcons have shown tons of potential in early action. After losing twice to tough opponents (50-32 to W.J. Mouat and 38-32 to Abbotsford), Sardis tackled tournament play at Archbishop Carney. The Falcons played their way into the championship game before finally falling 34-27 to Port Moody’s Heritage Woods secondar y school. Serenah Roy Makena Lejeune were tourney standouts. The team is coached by Gina Graves and Sydnee Elderton. They visit Chilliwack secondary school Monday night with a 5 p.m. tipoff.

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Chiefs helping Harvard Ex-Chilliwack Chiefs hit the scoresheet in NCAA action last weekend, helping the Harvard Crimson to a pair of weekend wins. Luke Esposito had two assists and Phil Zielonka scored his second goal of the year as the Crimson beat Princeton (4-3) and Quinnipiac (5-2). Harvard is 9-1-2 overall, and the latest national poll finds them ranked No. 5. North Dakota is No. 1 followed by Boston College, Minnesota State and Michigan Tech. Michigan Tech has been idle since late November, but the Huskies roster includes another prominent exChief. Malcolm Gould is third in team scoring with five goals and 12 points in 13 games. In other NCAA action, ex-Chilli-

wack stopper Mitch Gillam continued his strong play with the Cornell Big Red, backstopping his team to a 4-1 win over the University of Denver Friday. Gillam faced 31 shots, including 17 in the third period, earning his fourth win of the year. The Ontario native is 4-3-1 in eight starts with a .951 save percentage and 1.53 goals-against average. Cornell coach Mike Schafer hasn’t entirely handed the job to Gillam though. Backup Hayden Stewart has been used four times. Stewart was between the pipes Saturday for the rematch between Cornell and Denver, taking the loss in a 3-1 defeat. Find NCAA college hockey info online at uscho.com

Send scores, stats and schedules to the Chilliwack Progress sports department by email to sports@theprogress.com or call sports editor Eric Welsh direct at 604-702-5572. Two members of Chilliwack NWO Junior Roller Derby have made Junior Team Canada. Sierra Therren (pictured left), also known as Frank N Hurter, and Carly Phenix, also known as Charley Horse, are two of 30 players selected nationwide. They must survive one final cut-down to 20. If they do, they’ll have spots in the World Junior Championships, taking place in July of next year. RUSS DESAULNIERS PHOTO

Chiefs solidify hold on top spot Dennis Cholowski and Jordan Kawaguchi scored two goals apiece Saturday night as the Chillwack Chiefs doubled the Prince George Spruce Kings 6-3. The game was played at the Prince George Coliseum, with the Chiefs salvaging a valuable split from their Mainland division rivals. PG downed the Chiefs 5-2 Friday night behind an outstanding effort from goalie Jesse Jenks. The Spruce Kings netminder stopped 31 of 33 shots to earn first-star honours, with Cholowski and Mason Boh the only Chiefs to slip pucks behind him. Boh’s goal was his first of the season. Aidan Pelino was in the Chilliwack net, stopping 22 of 27 Prince George shots. He gave way to backup David Poirier for the Saturday rematch. The Chiefs led 1-0 through 20 minutes on a power play goal by Cholowski.

PG’s Brogan O’Brien tied the game 5:43 into period two, but Chilliwack tallied three goals in 2:50 to blow the game open. Kawaguchi scored at 14:57 and 17:47, sandwiching a Luke McColgan snipe. The Chiefs led 4-1 through 40. Rory Bell scored his sixth of the year shorthanded at 12:12 of period three, and Cholowski scored into an empty net with 1:18 to go. Poirier stopped 22 of 25 pucks. The Chiefs come out of the weekend in excellent shape at 19-90-1, first in the Mainland division. The Spruce Kings (17-12-0-2) are second, three points back, with Chilliwack holding two games in hand. The Chiefs remain on the road for a midweek game, tonight in Salmon Arm against the Silverbacks (10-12-2-5). They host the Coquitlam Express Friday night at Prospera

Centre. The Express (11-151-4) are fourth in the Mainland division, with one of the BCHL’s most potent offences (3.71 goals per game) derailed by one of the league’s most porous defences (4.16 goals against per game). Chilliwack wraps up its pre-Christmas slate on the road, visiting the Trail Smoke Eaters (1215-0-1) Saturday and the Penticton Vees Sunday. The Vees game, by winning percentage, is a battle of the BCHL’s top two teams. Penticton (26-4-0-1) has the league’s top winning percentage at .855, followed by Chilliwack’s .672. ● The Chiefs got one of their walking wounded back, with Brandon Tkachuk suiting up in Prince George. The 20 year old Calgarian had missed the last six games with injury. Chilliwack is still without blueliners Mark Esposito and Olivier

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La Rose Hazel, Florence It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Florence LaRose in Edson, Alberta on December 3rd, 2014 at the age of 93, originally residing at Chilliwack , British Columbia. Survived by her sons, Barry of Langley, British Columbia, Gerald (Lee) of Edson, Alberta, Ronald (Jenine) of Vernon, British Columbia, Willis (Katherine) Leduc, Alberta. Sisters Nettie Smith of Calgary, Alberta, Ethel Rhodes of Prince George, British Columbia and brother Roland Kessler of Medicine Hat, Alberta. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Irene, Kyla, Deela, Erin, Robert, Wesley, Willis Jr., Krystal, Benjamin, Elizabeth. Great grandchildren , Karlie, Shannon, Wren, Reed, Quinn, Zackary, Connor, Coleman, Riley, Lexy, Portia, Austin, Landen, Trinity, Michael, Logan, Willis, Grayson, Benjamin, Charlotte, Davyd Junior (DJ), Hailey, Payton. There are numerous other relatives and many friends left to mourn. In keeping with her wish cremation has taken place and no service is planned at this time. Interment of cremated remains will follow in the spring at Chilliwack, British Columbia. In lieu of tributes, donations if desired may be made in her name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation 10985 124th street, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 0H9 To send condolences on line, please visit our website at www.edsonfuneralhome.com The Foothills Memorial Chapel “Serving West Central Alberta for more than 65 years” “Semper Fidelis”

It is with deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Bette on November 30, 2014 in Chilliwack BC surrounded by her loving family after a short brave battle with cancer. Bette was born in Lethbridge AB on June 21, 1930 to Emerson and Mayetta Roberts (Schinnour) and was raised in Foremost AB. She met Derek, the love of her life in Calgary AB; they married in 1951 and had 62 wonderful years together. Their RCAF life took them to many places. They spent 3 years overseas, and Bette celebrated her 30th birthday in Paris. They returned to Alberta where their children were born and camped across the country to Newfoundland to begin another great 2 year experience. From there, they went to Ottawa. Derek retired from the RCAF in 1974, and they moved to Sidney BC where they both worked for Viking Air and retired together in 1994. They moved to Chilliwack where they met many new friends and continued to enjoy life and enjoy their favourite passion, RVing. Bette loved getting out in the trailer and was very sad when they finally had to give it up. Bette is predeceased by her parents Emerson and Mayetta, sister Dorothy, brother Bob, and her dear husband Derek. She is survived by her daughter Darcie (Bob Jones) and grandson Colin of Sooke BC; son Bruce and grandchildren Derek, Tyler, Sarah, Kristopher and Shayla of Alberta; sister Charlotte Lawson (Rick) of Victoria BC; brother Bill Roberts (Nipa) of Thailand. Nieces and nephews Blake, Leslie, Raelene, Charlene, Shannon, Don, Rick, Jeff, Aaron. She loved her visits with great-niece Makayla and great-nephews Cayden, Kesler and Jace. Mom, Sister, Aunt and Great Auntie TeeTee, she was the best. Interment will follow at a later warm sunny day at Holy Trinity Church in Sidney BC. Online condolences to the family may be made to www.wiebeandjeskefh.com.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Smith. Left to cherish her memory are John her loving husband of 64 years, sons Richard (Kim) and Larry (Delema). Shirley was predeceased by her parents Charles and Bea Lambert, and her son David. Born in Windsor, Ontario and raised in Ottawa. Shirley met the love of her life John Smith and they were married on September 29, 1950. Together they embarked on a long standing military career. The past 32 years during retirement she enjoyed travelling the world, they went to Hawaii, Japan, Europe, Korea, Bali, and had settled down in Yuma, Arizona for the winters. She was a generous, kind and spirited women who loved her chocolates, the Christmas Season, life, and her family deeply. She will be incredibly missed by her family and friends, especially for her smile and the twinkle in her eyes, but our hearts are filled with memories of her that we will carry with us always. A celebration of Shirley’s life and her journey to Heaven to be with her Heavenly Father will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 10th at St. Mary’s Parish, 8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack, BC. A private interment to follow at a later date. McLeans Funerals, (604)847-3477

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CDA REQUIRED full time, with experience for mat leave position in Chilliwack dental practice. Please apply by email to: dr.bberickson@gmail.com

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Extraordinary administrative assistant required full-time to assist our diverse team. Duties to include sales support, administration and reception. Candidate must have a high energy level, be good at multitasking and have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. See www.natsnursery.com, About Us, Job Opportunities for a detailed job description. This position would suit an individual with a passion for horticulture. We offer a competitive salary package including extended health care Email resume to: opportunity@natsnursery.com

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HOME REPAIRS

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

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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HELP WANTED

P/T Substitute Carrier

The Chilliwack Progress is looking for a part-time Substitute Carrier to deliver open routes in the Chilliwack/Sardis area, two days per week. Must have a reliable vehicle and be available Wednesdays and Fridays for approximately 3-4 hours per day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to supplement their income. Interested applicants should email the Circulation Department at circulation@theprogress.com or call 604-702-5558. We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

RECEPTIONIST / ACCOUNTS CLERK Progressive Abbotsford company looking for a Receptionist / Accounts Payable Receiving Clerk to join our office team. The successful candidate will have 2 or more years experience, be highly motivated and strive to achieve the best results. This position is responsible for an 8 line switch board, processing purchase orders, tracking and payment of purchases, coding invoices and routing as required.

OBITUARIES

FOR EVERY FAMILY

TRADES, TECHNICAL

SKILLED TRADES! Experienced welders and completions team members needed in Grande Prairie, AB. Welders, B-Pressure, Sand Blasters, Painters, Insulators. Fly in - Fly out with 1 week at home a month. Accommodation provided. Alberta wages without the expenses! send resume to: hr@westernmanufacturing.ca www.westernmanufacturing.ca

www.arrow.ca

HIRING DRIVERS Ore haulers and Chip haulers Seeking qualified drivers for immediate openings in Chilliwack, BC for our Ore Haul and Wood Fibre hauls.

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WORK WANTED

RESIDENT FARM SUPERVISOR available spring-fall. Start-ups. Diversification. Succession. Sales, purchasing and shop experience. Ranch. Nursery. Vegetable. Greenhouse builder. Fair Spanish. Bob Crocker 604-842-2378.

PERSONAL SERVICES

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS 173

MIND BODY SPIRIT

CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...

We offer: • Full Time, Year Round Work • Home Every Day • Competitive Wage, Benefits & Pension You possess: • Super B driving experience • A clean drivers abstract • References We are an equal opportunity Employer. Online: jobs.arrow.ca, Email:jobs@arrow.ca, Fax:250-314-1750, Phone: 1-877-700-4445

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604-746-6777

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783

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

Marketing Sales The Abbotsford News and Mission Record, two of Canada’s leading community newspapers, have openings for a Sales Consultant. This is a career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in two of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News and Mission Record combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to:

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Need help preparing an

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DRYWALL

R&B RENO’S. Boarding, taping, spraying, drywall repairs, painting. No job too small. Call Les, 604702-8164 or (604)866-4594

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for a loved one?

ELECTRICAL

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

Let us help! Contact the Chilliwack Progress at 604-702-5552 or email sharon@bcclassified.com

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Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Interested individuals may forward their resume to: PO Box 2280 Abbotsford, BC V2T 4X2

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

Don Barbeau Advertising Manager 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: donb@abbynews.com Closing Date: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

blackpress.ca X abbynews.com X missioncityrecord.com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church DIVINE LITURGY Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014 at 10:00am Rt. Rev. Fr. Peter Hnatiw

Info 604-795-5271 or 604-858-9048 Victor St. & Cleveland

Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central

Pastor: Rob Brown

Worship Service – 10:00 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda

EVERYONE WELCOME!

-Bahà’u’llàh

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For More Information Call

604-703-1863

8:00 a.m.

SATURDAY

9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

SUNDAY

8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.

8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 stmarysparish.ca

604-858-7191

Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am 46510 1st Ave., Chilliwack Children’s Programs Available www.firstave.org

Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

LIVE VIDEO STREAMING ON... www.chilliwackhrc.com or sermonaudio.com/chilliwackhrc

SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694

www.sardiscommunitychurch.com

Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road

Come discover the Heart behind the Shield.

Chilliwack Community Church Sunday Service: 10:00 am

46420 Brooks Ave.

604-792-0311

St. JJohn’s

Anglican Church

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack

Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm

New Life

Christian Church

scc@shawcable.com

CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH

S d Services: Sunday S i 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM Wednesday Service: 9:30 AM NOW OFFERING: Stephen Ministry 'one-to-one' Crisis Care.

45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack

604-795-5725

46098 Higginson Rd., Sardis

604-858-2229

www.stjohnsardis.ca Where All Are Welcome!

Morning Worship at 10:30 am Rev. Heather Anderson

Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634

Sunday Services

46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young

604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com

604-792-7299 The Friendly Place 46875 Yale Road E. (at Quarry Rd) Chilliwack B.C. www.mtshannonunited.ca

SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30 p.m. 9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700

9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages 10:30 am - Celebration Service Sanctuary Main House & Video Cafe 8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church

329 PAINTING & DECORATING MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

www.paintspecial.com

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604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

Running this ad for 10yrs

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.

Chilliwack Campus Sunday, 9:30 & 11 am 46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.

338

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWSPAPER CARRIERS

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Boundaries

# of Papers

DAVID & ABIGAIL’S HAULING. Full size p/u truck w/side racks. Hsehold, garden, etc. Free Est. 604-845-5547

CHILLIWACK

374

901-50 Carroll, Fernway, Hamilton, Landing, Northview, Reece

123

901-52 Ashwell, Corbould, Princess, Stanley, Wellington

903-20 Imperial, Kenswood, Timberline

PETS 456

921-14 Alder, Britton, Gordon, Manuel, Sheffield, Vedder, Webb

116

Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue

www.central365.org

FEED & HAY

FEEDER HAY $180 per ton in 3 x 4 square bales. Delivery avail. Sawdust & Shavings. 1- (250)838-6630

477

920-14 Dorell, Elwood, Maitland, Paige, Rochester, Spruce

TREE SERVICES

A&D TREE & GARDEN. Fall pruning / landscaping, leaf blowing. Exp /Insured. Free est. 604-845-5547

903-16 Bluestone, Eagle, Falcon, Hillcrest, Mat Park, Stonegate, Swallow 121 903-17 Chartwell Dr.

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

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED! Route

PLUMBING

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

PETS

2 TINY female hand raised puppies, Yorkie-X. Asking $800. 604-820-8263 or 604-300-3519.

921-02 Beaufort, Currie, Higginson, Ivy, School

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

923-03 Kermode, Teskey

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

923-05 Highroad, Sylvan

in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

www.chilliwackunitedchurch.com

BAPTIST CHURCH

8:00 am BCP Holy Communion Service 10:15 am BAS Family Service & Eucharist

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

SARDIS

CHILLIWACK CHINESE ALLIANCE CHURCH

Worship & Sunday School 11:00 am

POLAR BEAR PAINTING Fall Special $299 ~ 3 rooms (walls only 2 coats) 604-866-6706

Sunday Worship & Sunday School •10:00 a.m.

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

45625 South Sumas Rd.

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.344.1069

community church Sunday School for All Ages 9:30 a.m.

MOVING & STORAGE

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Christ Centered Sermons

sardis WEEKDAY MASS

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

604-702-5558

45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack

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ENNONITE HURCH 604-792-6013

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LANDSCAPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Gospel Hymns

All are seeking truth, and there are many roads leading thereto. Truth has many aspects, but it remains always and forever one.

www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca

Eden M C

300

RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 Multi-poo/Pincher, miniature, vet checked, all shots, cute xmas pups, $500. Call (604)792-1819

The Chilliwack Progress Wednesday, December 10, 2014 PETS 477

PETS

COLLIE Doodle pups born Oct 17. Mom is a Rough Collie (45 lbs) & dad is a small Standard Poodle (50 lbs). Both have health clearances (eyes, hips, elbows). 2 Very curly males avail, 1 black & 1 unique blue merle. Intelligent, gentle, easy to train, good with children & animals, low to no shed. Similar in looks & in nature to the Golden Doodle. We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family. Please consider the time & commitment needed to raise a dog. Pups will have 1st shots and deworming. Ready Dec. 12, Mission $950. 604.820.4827

REAL ESTATE

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

RESORT VILLAGE of Candle Lake, SK. Newly Renovated Restaurant on a .47 Acre Lot 2nd Floor residential, 3 bedrooms. Sale incl: Land, Building, Equipment, Business. 306-929-4999. Wntd to buy ind/comm mid/v lrg bldg. Must be reas. Priv, confidentl. Best deal fastest. rrw1@telus.net

627

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

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New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $79,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

636

MORTGAGES

706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

706

Cedar Apartments Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

Beautiful, crime-free

Apartments

certified,

1 bdrm. from $575 2 bdrm. from $735

Call Trudi for an appt. 604-392-5684 No Sunday calls

Please Call Mary

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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.

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.

RENTALS New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

APARTMENT/CONDO

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

LANAI Apartments 9462 Cook St.

RENT IT The newspaper is a safe, reliable and trustworthy option. Reasonable, affordable and delivered to the doorstop of 29,000+homes + online Call Sharon today

604-702-5552

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Are you a landlord and want to rent out your apt? Do you have a suite in your house?

Certified 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 bdrm available now!

$675/m, Avail now. Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!

Building of the year by by Canada’s Largest Protection Agency. Call Verna, 604-819-0445

GREAT GIFT FOR

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Certified crime-free multi housing.

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

1 bdrms start...$550/m Bachelor.........$520/m

includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d. (604)792-8974

TRANSPORTATION

RV PADS

845

750

SUITES, LOWER

CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm daylight level entry lower level, 1200sf, 5 appl, 3 pce bath, lg covered patio, large yard w/nice view, private entr. & parking, n/s, n/p, W/D, $900/m. +util. Avail. now. (604)991-1117 CHILLIWACK. Promontory area. lg 2 or 3 bdrm in new bsmt suite. avail. now, everything included. (604)5578185 or (604)858-4392 SARDIS: 1 bdrm grnd/flr, suit 1 mature person only, ns/np. Avail now. $650/mo incl utils. 604-858-4356. SARDIS one bedroom suite, Vedder Rd & Keith, parking available, main road, prefer single working person, n/p, good refs. $600/m + util, avail now. (604)798-3779

TRANSPORTATION 812

AUTO SERVICES

West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

Chilliwack. 1 bdrm close to hospital, ideal for seniors, elevator, insute storage, cat ok with deposit. $625/m incl heat & water. Lease and ref’s req’d. Avail Nov. 1. Trudy, 604-392-6265 CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm $750/m and 1 bdrm, $575/m. Avail Now. Call (604)703-1401 Chilliwack, 45702 Watson Rd, 2 bdrm apt/condo near Garrison. Fully renovated, 5 appl., incl. heat & hot water, 1 cat negotiable $900/m. Avail. now, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077 CHILLIWACK. Bachelor and 1 bdrm, $520 & $580/m; Laundry hook-ups incl. Ref’s, available now. Call (604)703-9076

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

sardis holdings.

CHILLIWACK. The Vibe - 1 Bd $750; 1 Bd + den $750; 1 Bd + den $795. Avail Nov 1. State of the art electronic security and access control system. Call Stratatech, Wayne, 604 799 0259.

Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd

CHILLIWACK. THE VIBE. 2 bdrms, $850, $875 & $900/m. Avail now. State of the art electronic security and access control system. Call Stratatech, Wayne, 604 799 0259.

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 $650/m.

COTTONWOOD Apts. 1 & 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

The Scrapper

(off Vedder Rd South)

(604)858-9832

17 suites -1 & 2 bdrms

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Chilliwack, 3 bdrm upper part of duplex, bright, clean, fresh paint, own carport, quiet residential ste, n/p, n/s, refs req’d. $1200m/m incl util. Avail Jan 1. 1 (604)940-0419 SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe Manor

1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz (Under new Management)

Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$600/m. Also, new construction,

condo quality l bdrm...$650

and 2 bdrm...$799/m

Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences. Available now. Call 604-703-3405 East Chilliwack. 2 bdrm condo, 5 appl., close to schools & bus, ref’s & lease required. $795/m + util. Available Dec. 1. Call Trudy, (604)392-6265 SARDIS, 7435 Shaw Ave 2 bdrm condo, 2nd flr, laminate flrs, balcony, good cond, no pets, $750/m. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077

Chilliwack, 8772 Broadway St. 5 bdrm, 2 bath, 4 appl., new carpet and paint through out, pet negot. $1300/m, Avail. now Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

736

HOMES FOR RENT

Chilliwack, 46321 Chilliwack Central Rd., 3 + 1 bdrm upper, 1.5 bath, close to schools. 5 appl., sep laundry, cat ok, share util. $1100/m. Avail dec 1. Call (604)824-0264 CHILLIWACK FOR LEASE 4 bdrm., 4 baths, 9 yr. old home. Lge. dble. gar., also has 1 bdrm. suite in bsmnt. Fenced backyard, $1700 mo. Dec 15. Refs. req’d. Call (778)754-1891

739

MOTELS, HOTELS

MOTEL ROOMS - Bridal Falls. Newly renovated. Kitchenette avail. Available monthly to May 15. Starting at $700/m+DD. Wifi internet avail . N/s, n/p. Call (604)794-7710

745

ROOM & BOARD

SARDIS- Central-Large, clean 1 bdrm-700 sf. Recent upgrades. Balcony. Inc heat, walking dist. to shops/transit. $670m. Safe long term tenants. Avl nw. 604-791-0211

CHILLIWACK. Avail now. Private room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $650/mo. (604)795-0397

736

HOMES FOR RENT

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On May 28, 2014, on Young Road at Princess Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Chilliwack RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $375 CAD and an LG flip cell phone, on or about 13:06 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in/ obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada (CDSA) and was therefore offencerelated property pursuant to section 11 (Search, seizure and detention) of the CDSA. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2014-2457, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Rosedale. RV pads available. $420/month + hydro. Cable & Wifi avail. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $75/mo available. call 604-794-7361

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms

Bole Apartments

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

747

Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.

STEEL BUILDINGS...”REALLY BIG SALE!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

706

55+

Leisure center, hospital & downtown minutes away. No Smoking, no pets on premises.

1.877.409.9874

RENTALS

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Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit.

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RENTALS

disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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Wednesday, December 10, 2014 The Chilliwack Progress

Christmas

visit santa bring your camera dec 22-24 1-4pm

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Mini cupcakes by Sugar ‘n Spice Everything Iced. Canadian award winning face painter, Sherry Fraser, from 1-4pm