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A backyard blaze brought 23 firefighters from three departments to a house at Morrow Road Wednesday, Feb. 18. But by the time crews arrived, the blaze was mostly out thanks to quick action by a nearby construction crew.

The electrical fire started in a makeshift dog shelter at the side of the house. The shelter contained a heater connected to a faulty extension cord which caught fire.

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Wright and Doran thought they heard children inside the house so they quickly ran inside while Vanbasten worked on the fire, which had gone from the faulty cord and made its way into the soffits.

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Wright. “We went around the house, checking under the beds.”

The men laugh when suggested they are heroes. Wright, Doran and Vanbasten assure The Observer this is something anyone would do. But Agassiz Fire Chief Wayne Dyer says it was their quick action that put out the fire and kudos goes to them.

Crews were called out to assist from Seabird Island and Popkum, a common practice for structure fires.

Dyer urges residents to be wary of electrical cords and try not to put anything on top of them as they can wear down and cause a failure.

Busy weekend for Harrison firefighters Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER

The Harrison Hot Springs fire department had an unusually busy weekend in the village, with six callouts between Friday and Sunday, Feb. 22.

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Grade 12 students Elisha and Hunter, with Hunter’s mom Barb Mercer, unload bottles for the AESS Grad 2015 bottle drive last Saturday, Feb. 21 at the Agassiz Fire Hall. The event raised almost $840 for the 2015 grad celebrations.

Agassiz is losing three hours of library time per week thanks to a budget cut at the Fraser Valley Regional Library.

The library will close at 5 p.m. instead of 8 p.m. on Wednesdays, effective March 11. Out of the FVRL’s 25 member libraries, the Agassiz branch is the only one with reduced hours for 2015.

There are currently four staff members who work in the Agassiz library plus the library manager. Nicole Gletnworth, library manager for Chilliwack and the Upper Fraser Valley, says it won’t affect the number of staff at the branch.

“One staff member will be redeployed to another one of our libraries in order to maintain her current hours,” Glentworth explains.

According to a press release from the FVRL, the change was made in response to local budget needs and a drop in customer attendance patterns.

“Both the District of Kent and FVRL endeavoured to limit impact on customers,” says Scott Hargrove, FVRL’s CEO. “We chose to close Agassiz Library earlier on Wednesdays due to low reduced usage and no regularly scheduled programming on that evening.”

Glentworth says library activity is monitored in a number of ways, such as through the number of items circulated, attendance at in-library programs and the level of foot traffic through the doors.

“When we did our investigation into the level of activity, we took into consideration the number of items that were checked out by our customers as well as

regular programs that took place in the library in the evenings,” explains Gletnworth.

“We decided that the minimum effect to the community would be on a Wednesday evening.”

Agassiz Library’s after hours book drop will remain open – materials dropped off after hours are backdated when checked in.

Customers can check out digital content, place holds, and renew items online 24/7 at www.fvrl.ca.

The Agassiz branch is one small part of a vast library system, with 25 libraries serving more than 700,000 people. The governing board consist of elected officials representing 15 member municipalities and districts.

District of Kent Mayor John Van Laerhoven is the current chair of the FVRL board and representing Harrison Hot Springs is Coun.

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On Saturday morning, crews were called for alarms at the Harrison Beach hotel.

"Somebody had pulled an alarm station," explains Harrison Hot Springs Fire Chief Don Labossiere. "We had to do a systemic search of the building to make sure everything was clear."

Around 1:15 a.m.

Sunday morning, there were multiple 9-1-1 calls about a structure fire at Yukia Sushi.

"We arrived and there was an extensive amount of smoke coming out of the kitchen area," says Labossiere. "It was just a small kitchen fire but we contained it."

They also evacuated guests in the adjoining motel as there are rooms above the restaurant.

Sunday morning, there was a call about a possible boat on fire at the Breakwater Marina but when Labassoiere arrived, there was no sign of a fire. The last call-out of the weekend happened later Sunday afternoon.

"There was a noticeable odor of natural gas wafting through the air," down by the waterfront area.

They turned the gas meters off and called Fortis to determine where the smell was

coming from. They couldn't narrow it down and the smell eventually dissipated.

The weekend’s callouts come on the heels of a report Labossiere presented to the Village Council at their last regular Council meeting Feb. 16. In the meeting, he presented the 2014 annual report for the volunteer department, including statistics on the past year, an update on department equipment and the roster of volunteers.

"Our services have broadened over the years and our ability to respond to a variety of incidents speaks volumes of our desire to serve," Labossiere wrote in a letter of introduction to Council.

"We take pride in our service delivery and we use our training and skills to assist our residents, business partners and visitors."

The department responded to 70 emergencies in 2014, similar to the 2013 and 2012 numbers of 70 and 69. There were 11 fires, 20 burning complaints, eight motor vehicle accidents and two hazardous material responses, among others. Of the call-outs, 48 responded with a single engine, 14 with multiple engines and eight with utility responses.

Coun. Sonja Reyerse questioned the increase in motor vehicle accident responses as they more than doubled from 2013's three accidents.

"The volume of people coming into town," increases the likelihood of more crashes, Labossiere remarked.

On the subject of fire prevention, the department did 158 fire inspections for business licenses, 98 regular inspections and several re-inspections.

"We're doing the education out there and ensuring we're not having more possible fire losses," Labossiere said.

He was asked about compliance by business owners when it comes to fire inspections and requirements. The fire chief responded that the majority are compliant, but there were a couple cases in 2014 that proved "quite challenging," which led to Labossiere and CAO Ian Crane working together to resolve the issues.

Labossiere told Council he would like to keep the number of volunteers to at least 15, but would prefer more.

Right now, they have 19 firefighters on the roster and three more in training right now. ”We’d like to get somewhere between 20 and 23,” he told Council.

“But over the last few years, we’ve never been able to get past 20 [members].”

The report included an update on the department's equipment, with Labossiere noting the priority for the department is to replace Engine 1-2, a pumper truck by 2017. The village sets aside reserve funding to cover capital expenses such as new trucks.

Labossiere stated the department had a "moderately busy training year," with rail safety, First aid, Wildfire in Urban interface training and vehiclerelated courses. There was also vocational and fire officer training.

Labossiere praised the efforts of the village's firefighters in taking on so much training, given that this is a volunteer department where people have full-time occupations outside of the department.

Mayor Leo Facio thanked Labossiere and the department volunteers for their service.

"It's very rewarding for Council, especially our two new ones, to see how our volunteer Fire Department operates in our community," said Facio. "All firefighters should be commended.

They're all worthy of our applause."

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“We had a diverse group of applicants this year” Judy Croft Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER

A local nonprofit organization has given out more than $130,000 to date, with no signs of stopping.

The Kent-Harrison Foundation recently announced this year’s lineup of grant recipients. They include the Scouts, the AESS culinary program, the Agassiz-Harrison Historical Society, AgassizHarrison Senior Peer Support, The Harrison Festival Society, the Agassiz-Harrison Swim Club and the Kent-Harrison Arts Council. This year’s total grants is $8,000. That brings the foundation's total donated up to $134,640 since the foundation started distributing grants in 2001.

"We had a diverse group of applicants this year," says Judy Croft, treasurer and chair of the committee to select this year's recipients.

Executive director Robby Robertson says they are pleased to offer grants to local organizations that do so much for the community. Their mission statement declares that the foundation, in meeting community needs, provides philanthropic leadership to improve the quality of life for all residents in our community.

While the foundation has been around since 1994, Robertson says, “We’re probably the best-kept secret in town.”

In 2015, they hope to change that. By letting the community know just what the foundation does, the board members want to encourage more involvement in terms of volunteering, financial support or grant applications.

The foundation, whose motto is Creating Opportunity Today and Tomorrow, celebrated their 20th anniversary last year. It was “quite active” in its early years with many volunteers and high awareness of the group. But over time, it has fallen from the forefront and now is championed by a small but dedicated board of directors.

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Judy Croft (Kent-Harrison Foundation Grant Committee Chair at left) stands with this year's grant recipients, including Ian Wilson (Scout leader) Kristen Walton (representing AESS culinary class) Judy Pickford (Agassiz-Harrison Historical Society) Eunice Royle ( Agassiz Harrison Senior Peer Support) Andy Hillhouse (Harrison Arts Festival) Catherine Schwichenberg (Agassiz Harrison Swim Club) and George Robertson (Chair Kent-Harrison Foundation).

can collect charitable donations of any size. The money is pooled together and invested through the Vancouver Foundation, alongside other community foundation’s funds to make for larger investments and, therefore, larger earnings.

The dividends are released back to the Kent-Harrison Foundation to support local initiatives and projects through the annual grant process. The initial donation is never spent, meaning it continues to earn interest to support projects year after year.

“It’s a legacy that will go on,” says Croft.

Donations can come from businesses or individuals, such as one candidate in the last municipal election opting out of election signs and giving the money instead to the foundation. Other funds come in through anonymous donations or the grant-in-aids provided by the District of Kent.

“We rely on donations from people and investments from the Vancouver Foundation” explains Croft.

Any organization can apply

for a grant. Some have been lucky to find support in the Kent-Harrison Foundation year after year. One of the longtime grant recipients is the Harrison Festival Society.

The donation from the KentHarrison Foundation is earmarked to help cover the costs of the main performer for Children's Day. "It's wonderful to get this local support from the area," says Andy Hillhouse, executive director at the Harrison Festival Society. "It allows these events to remain accessible."

One of the newest recipients is the Agassiz-Harrison Senior Peer Support group. This is their second time to get a grant from the foundation and they are thrilled.

“Theirs was such a worthwhile project,” says Robertson.

The funding for the Senior peer support group is to help cover the costs of the senior / teen lunches that take place every two months.

Eunice Royle, president of the Agassiz-Harrison Senior Peer Support, says they are grateful for the support. It helps to keep

a wonderful program running that bridges the gap between senior citizens and teenagers in our community.

The Kent-Harrison Foundation also manages four endowment funds: the Wallis L. Maguire Endowment Fund, the McCombs Family Endowment Fund, the Mayor Don Ramsey Endowment Fund and the Pretty Family Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Each bursary is for $500 and available to graduating students who meet specific criteria such as for students going into law enforcement or for students from Harrison Mills.

There are currently seven active Board members.

Robertson would like to add a couple more to that list and encourages anyone interested in learning more to contact the foundation.

For more information please see www. k e nt h a r r i s o n f o u n d at i o n . com by e-mail kentharrisonfoundation@ yaho.com or write to Box 618 Agassiz B.C. V0M 1A0.

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Seabird Island is clearing the way for a new Centre of Excellence. The centre will provide a variety of services for Seabird’s youngest residents under one roof.

Seabird Island offers a number of early childhood services. There's an Aboriginal Infant Development program, for newborns up until about age 3. There's supported childcare for children primarily aged 3-6.

There's a Speech and language program for young Aboriginal children. There's Headstart, a drop-in program for children aged 0-6.

Right now all these programs are spread across four different buildings. Kids can start their morning in daycare, then have to put on their coats and boots again to go to preschool, then again get dressed for outside

weather when they return to daycare for the rest of the afternoon. And parents can be found taking their children to appointments at a number of different locations.

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“The flow will be so much better,” Neufeld reports.

Chief Clem Seymour says the plans for this project have been discussed for maybe four or five

Get to know the HMRA

It's not too often you get to go out for a date night and support a good cause at the same time. But this Saturday, you can do just that.

The Harrison Mills Regional Association (HMRA) is hosting a burger & beer night this Saturday, Feb. 28 to raise money for the association and for future events. The HMRA has had just a few fundraisers since its inception just over four years ago.

HMRA President Al Roberts says they don't want to always be asking the FVRD for money to cover the association (through grant-in-aids).

The HMRA is a grassroots, nonpartisan organization. Their mandate is to improve the quality of life for all residents and visitors, and to facilitate co-operation and communication in all matters of mutual interest among stakeholders in the Harrison Mills area.

A small portion of the money will go towards minimal ongoing expenses for the HMRA, including website maintenance and insurance.

But most of the money will be used for social events for the Harrison Mills community.

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“It was always a dream of some people to make it happen,” says Seymour. “We want it all centralized.”

The site for the expanded facility is the old day school, next door to the current daycare.

Seymour says he certainly won’t miss the old school, which he attended from grades 1 through 4 before moving to Silver Creek.

"It was different. It was kind of a culture shock," he recalls.

He hasn’t heard reaction from residents about the building coming down. He says maybe for some the place was scarring, maybe for others it wasn’t. But, he says, “We always remember where we come from so we know where to go.”

Demolition is set to begin Feb. 28. The project is expected to take about a year before a grand opening some time in early 2016.

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Joyce McGuff is a fairly new resident to the Harrison Mills community. She met up with HMRA members and expressed interest in helping organize social events within the community.

Naturally, the HMRA jumped at the offer of help.

"My focus would be to have some community events, to get to know people and get some recreation going for the community," says McGuff.

She is going to use the burger and beer night to not only raise funds for social events, but to seek interest from other locals who want to see more social gatherings and to solicit ideas.

Some of McDuff 's initial thoughts for events include games nights or dinner & dances.

HMRA director Gary Shanklin is organizing the fundraiser. Roberts is grateful for locals like Shanklin and McGuff who step up and volunteer to make the community a better place to live.

The burger & beer night happens at the Sasquatch Inn Feb. 28. There will be a silent auction, 50/50 and prizes.

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Opinion

No end in sight for PTT Realtors, prospective homebuyers and sellers, and others can stop hoping that B.C.'s property transfer tax (PTT) will be discontinued.

It's never going to happen. The reason? It's a major cash cow for the provincial government, needed to balance the budget and there's nowhere else to raise that large chunk of cash without raising personal and corporate income taxes, and that's not on for the BC Liberals.

Premier Christy Clark is proud of what she says is the country's lowest tax rate so this kind of special tax, that only hits buyers of property, is not going anytime soon, even though, as Clark herself says, it's a drag on the economy.

Here's how it shakes down, according to a recent article by Black Press regional reporter Jeff Nagel: The PTT consists of 1% charged on the first $200,000 of a property's value and 2% after that. That means for a $600,000 house, $10,000 is due every time it changes hands.

This handy little calculation is not just a painful hit to the pocket book when purchasing a home — it's a major source of revenue, generating $1.04 billion in 2014.

Don't think that's a lot of cash? Well, consider that the PTT raises significantly more than forestry — formerly the province's number one industry — which only brings in about $757 million; or natural gas royalties, which at $542 million, generate about half of what the PTT does.

These revenue numbers are interesting for another reason: They show how important real estate is to B.C.'s ongoing financial solidity. Without a strong real estate market, helped, no doubt, by record-low interest rates, the provincial coffers would be much poorer.

The province also benefits from rising property values and while there are exemptions for family transfers and first-time home buyers, it appears the property transfer tax is a necessary evil that raises millions to cover basic provincial services. A strong real estate industry and increased property values, especially in single-family homes, are therefore critical to government budgeting — at least for now.

So unless the much-vaunted LNG industry or another economic sector can provide a windfall, the PTT is here to stay.

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B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher Victoria – The B.C. government’s third straight budget surplus is the main battleground for provincial politicians this spring, with little else on the order paper to argue about.

The main conflict is over the tax cut for the rich that results from removing a two-year surtax on personal income greater than $150,000 a year. It’s an outrage, says the NDP, starving our threadbare government services of more than $200 million over the next three years.

NDP leader John Horgan set the tone in his reply to Finance Minister Mike de Jong’s budget speech: “I can appreciate that the minister was celebrating with the champagne-and-caviar set, but the

rest of British Columbia saw $700 million in increased fees and taxes on their backs.”

Old news, de Jong replied. It was a two-year surtax on high-income earners to help get B.C. out of its post-recession red ink, and it expired as it was legislated to do.

This political theatre doesn’t help people understand what’s actually going on. First, a lot of that red ink was B.C. Liberal blood from dismantling the harmonized sales tax and repaying Ottawa for that failed experiment.

Second, this temporary tax on the rich was a political strategy by de Jong and Premier Christy Clark, limping into an election most expected them to lose. De Jong’s debut budget in February 2013 also accelerated a small increase in corporate income tax, stealing two populist planks from Adrian Dix’s NDP platform.

Ending the surtax not only kept a promise, it kept B.C. competitive with Alberta on personal income

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taxes. High wage earners and many of their businesses are more mobile every year, which is why this year’s budget also extended tax breaks for high-tech and digital media companies.

“By 2010, the top 20 per cent of earners were paying 58.3 per cent of all income taxes.”

Another tweak in de Jong’s budget was to increase the lowincome cutoff for personal income tax from $18,000 to $19,000.

Those with the lowest incomes are relieved not only of income tax but also medical premiums, which continue to march up by another

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four per cent, and are mostly paid by employers.

As with the federal election set for this fall, we will hear a lot about the burden on the vaguely defined “middle class.” In B.C. they have to dig deeper for car insurance, hydro, ferry rides and post-secondary tuition, while those top-hatted champagne-sippers party on with their tax holiday?

Well, not exactly. Here’s an assessment from Philip Cross, research co-ordinator at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and former chief economic analyst at Statistics Canada.

Just after the 2013 B.C. election, Cross noted that Canada, its provinces, Europe and the United States have all been adjusting their tax systems to increase the load on wealthier people and ease it from the poor.

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Cross points to measures like the low-income exemption from income tax. By 2013, the bottom 40 per cent of Canadian households were paying just 6.8 per cent of income taxes, and more than a third of income tax filers were paying none at all.

Cross asks and answers the central question: Should the rich pay more? “If it’s a misinformed attempt to compensate for imaginary losses of low-income people, the answer is clearly no.”.

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Quilt raffle winners Sonya Nasaruk and Flo Dumont with Linda Pickell, vice president, branch 32, Royal Canadian Legion. The beautiful quilts, donated by Bev Carlson, raised $372 to go towards the purchase of a new branch flag for the Legion.

Hope for the homeless

After attending Thursday night's forum on homelessness at the Town of Hope's conference centre, my faith in community and good will towards those less fortunate in our society, has been restored.

Hope's Area Transition Society(HATS) has proven to our community, and has modeled for our region, what can take place, when groups and agencies with similar goals and challenges, coalesce and work together.

It's unfortunate, that because HATS in the past, has been misunderstood, and that a portion of the local population has been alarmed over security, property values, and the threat of ever increasing taxes, has cast a shadow over the project.

Now, that it has come to light, through a very well communicated forum, that all the various agencies, such as police, both physical and mental health, First Nations, as well as funding through Provincial and Federal authorities has made the Thunderbird Project, of Housing First, a very doable and worthwhile project.

Not only does this project provide a very needed service to those in our society who are down on their luck, and have managed to put themselves in a position that most of us would consider a nightmare.

It has also, in conjunction with the Town of Hope, and with the financial backing of the Federal and Provincial Governments, become a template for every other community in the Province, when dealing with homelessness.

Unfortunately, because of the many prior misinterpretations, and misunderstandings, many members of HATS, have been slurred, and deserve our apologies.

Though by no means, is this system perfect, and for sure their learning curve is almost perpendicular, HATS has started on a path that will, and should be revered throughout the Province.

With no, or at worse, very limited financial liability to the local Ratepayer's, this project could very well turn into an economic stimulus for the Eastern Fraser Valley, and serve as an example for a very needed service for the local area, the Province, and Canada as a whole. We should all get on board, and support this project and its group of very dedicated people, and showcase this very pragmatic approach in dealing with homelessness as a worthwhile and viable solution.

Art Green, Candidate Green Party of Canada Mission/Matsqui/Fraser Canyon

Abbotsford police draw fire

Looking at recent events, it's something that is all too familiar.

The Abby Police department is under fire for police misconduct among its officers.

Some years ago, I sent a letter to the Abby Police Chief, warning him of such a situation.

This was in regards to its anti-gang unit,

that officers within the anti-gang unit should be rotated or they will get dragged down in in dealing with the street gangs on a daily basis and go criminal themselves. I wrote that he should keep the officers under his command on a tight leash.

What is it going to

take to slam in sweeping reforms on the Abby PD? Or any police force here in Canada?

The real problem needs to be addressed here.

Instead we put icing on it and hope it goes away.

Those who do not learn from history, are bound to repeat it.

Harvey Andrew Agassiz

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With great interest, I just finished reading a very well detailed article / report in The Agassiz-Harrison Observer about how approval had been granted by The District of Kent Council to nine applicants for Grants-In-Aid, and denied to two others.

As sad as this first appeared, a glimmer of hope came in a report from our Financial Director Judy Lewis, who indicated that a contingency sum of of $2,790 had been set aside, which could more than cover these two other applications.

Truly believing that common sense would prevail here, I carried on reading, only to discover that two of our more recent additions to council voted against such an obvious compromise.

Now that I’ve had enough time to digest this outcome, please allow me say that I am

very disappointed.

The Harrison Highlanders Pipe Band is a dedicated group of ambassadors for our community, and they can be seen promoting our area at so many events throughout the Fraser Valley and beyond.

We’ve all watched them parade in extreme wind, rain, and snow at The Remembrance Day Service, Canada Day Festivities, Agricultural Fair Parade, and various inaugural ceremonies for incoming District, Village, or Municipal Councils.

I've also been present at various church services where they’ve helped grieving families and friends deal with the loss of a loved one, by piping during or after the service.

To say that they are an integral part of our community would be an understatement.

To not acknowledge this, by a simple and very modest tweak

of the budget, is a total disregard for all of those involved, and could well bring into question the managerial skills of those who voted in such a negative way.

The swim club is also a vital focus of health and activity in our community, and they should be supported at all cost.

They should be encouraged to flourish, and hopefully be a major user of our new pool, when it gets built.

A strong swim club can help build that far off dream.

My dream would be to keep growing our community in these directions, not discourage them.

I’m absolutely sure that many of our previous council members would have voted this small additional cost through, in a heartbeat.

Albert Richard Hooper Agassiz. BC.

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Due to the fact that our apartment in Germany had come furnished, we were spared the worry of where to live during the last few weeks before our departure - not everybody was so lucky! And then, finally, the moment had arrived to say goodbye to our relatives and this was something we did not look forward to. For our sake, however, they all put on a brave face and we followed their example.

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We stayed overnight in Bremerhaven and the next morning we boarded the ship that would take us across the Atlantic Ocean to Canada. It was an old freighter, converted to accommodate passengers. We even had our own cabin with four bunk beds and a window! And, to the delight of our daughters there was a three-man music band playing in the lounge all along the way. At one time there was a strong storm - after all it was November - and when some men who had been outside to investigate told us that there was no way to ever get the life boats into the water, it was not very reassuring.

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We were sitting on the deck while our landing papers were processed and talked. We also learned that this had been the last voyage for the SS Columbia, that as soon as we would be off, it would be taken to a scrap yard. That surely explained a few things!

The next morning showed a different picture: it was windy, rainy and cold and all of us had to wait outside on the deck for our turn at the customs office. But the sight of my sister and her future husband waiting for us on the pier was most welcome and, especially, our children were really excited to see their favourite aunt again.

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Because Valentine secretly married Christian couples he was eventually captured in 269 AD; imprisoned, tortured and martyred for performing marriage ceremonies against command of the Emperor.

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Our iconic red and white flag with a single red maple leaf at its centre was designed to reflect a modern Canada, looking towards its future, but ever respectful of its past. It was unveiled by Lester B. Pearson, then Prime Minister of Canada, on Feb. 15, 1965 and was flown for the first time from the Parliament Buildings in Ottawa on that day.

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The Arts community has benefited greatly from the Kent-Harrison Foundation over the past 6 years.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to section 124(3) of the Community Charter, public notice is required to consider the following: TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs intends to amend Council Procedure Bylaw No. 1002 at its regular meeting of March 16, 2015; TAKE NOTICE THAT the bylaw proposes changes to provisions governing the proceedings of Council by amending: 1. Council meetings to be held at any venue within municipal boundaries; 2. The inclusion of Reports of Councillors to the Order of Business at a Regular Meeting of Council.

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PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE The District of Kent has retained the engineering consultant services of Boulevard Transportation to undertake the assessment of a District Transportation Network Plan. The completed document is to provide existing and future road network analysis with growth related short and long term road improvement projects including road classifications, crosssections, sidewalks, pedestrian and cycling networks.

An important part of the process is to seek clarification and input from residents to identify issues and provide ideas to help improve our community’s road network. A presentation will be given by the project team, and a series of display boards will be prepared to provide information.

The public open house event will take place on Thursday, March 5th, 2015 from 4pm to 7pm at the Community Recreation & Cultural Centre (formally the Fitness / Activity Centre at 6660 Pioneer Avenue). We would like to hear your opinions on our community’s road and transportation network. This is your opportunity to: • review existing conditions • discuss current and future needs • provide ideas on improvements • discuss key priorities For further information, call Mick Thiessen, Director of Engineering Services at 604-796-2235.

Volunteer Recognition

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Fred Coates, past president of the Old Age Pensioner’s association in Agassiz, presented a lifetime membership certificate to tireless volunteers Marie Lietz and Dick Hopkins at the last OAP meeting held at the Friendship House Feb. 19.

Get the facts on depression Agassiz Community Health Centre

Everyone feels down or sad sometimes, but these feelings usually pass after a few days.

When you have depression, you have trouble with daily life for weeks at a time. Depression is a serious illness that needs treatment. If left untreated, depression can lead to other health-related issues.

Depression is a common problem among older adults, but it is not a normal part of aging. It may be overlooked because, for some older adults who have depression, sadness is not their main symptom. They may have other, less obvious symptoms of depression or they might not be willing to talk about their feelings.

So, what causes depression? Several factors or a combination of factors may contribute to depression: First, people with a family history of depression may be more likely to develop it than those whose families do not have the illness. Older adults who had depression when they were younger are also more at risk for developing depression later in life.

Secondly, stress such as the loss of a loved one, a difficult relationship, or any stressful situation may trigger depression.

Thirdly, for older adults who experience depression for the first time

later in life, the depression may be related to changes that occur in the body and brain as the person ages. For example, older adults may suffer from restricted blood flow, a condition called ischemia. Over time, blood vessels may stiffen and prevent blood from flowing normally to the body’s organs, including the brain. If this happens, a person with no family history of depression may develop what is sometimes called “vascular depression”.

Finally, depression can also co-cur with other serious medical illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease and Parkinson’s disease. Depression can make these conditions worse and vice versa.

Sometimes, medications taken for these illnesses may cause side effects that contribute to depression.

What are the signs and symptoms of depression? Different people have different symptoms. Some of them may include: feeling “sad” or empty, feeling hopeless, irritable, anxious or guilty, loss of interest in favourite activities, feeling very tired, not being able to concentrate or remember details, not being able to sleep or sleeping too much, overeating or not wanting to eat at all, aches or pains, headaches, cramps or digestive problems and, finally, thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts.

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Baseball league hopes to catch a few more players before registration end Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER

Meka, 12, prepares to bat as the ball from the automatic pitcher comes flying down the batting cage at 58 miles per hour, last Monday, Feb. 23. The picnic shelter has been turned into a secure set-up by the Agassiz Baseball Association for local players to practice their swing.

Time is running out to register for the Agassiz Athletics baseball season.

At least one baseball team will be playing on home turf this year, with the Peewees having enough members to make a full roster. But the Bantam team has already been cancelled and organizers hope the other teams will see more players sign up before the deadline of early March passes.

Chris McCurdy, president of the Agassiz Baseball Association, says they are looking for six to eight more players for the mosquitos team (kids born in 2004 or 2005). Organizers would love to see a tadpole roster filled up too (kids born in 2006 or 2007). Their ideal set-up for the Tadpoles would be to have enough players for a couple teams so they can stay in Agassiz and play against each other while they work on their baseball skills.

While McCurdy would love to see a baseball team at every age level offered locally, he is realistic too.

The association wants to make sure that the kids who really want to play baseball will still have time to sign up for the Chilliwack league if this one doesn’t go ahead. So, they have a firm deadline of the first week of March for registration in the Agassiz league.

Yoga starts to heat up Elizabeth Mueller

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Since time memorial we have understood all things have a common value and it is our nature to exchange goods or services for some form of currency. We accept this into the fabric of our daily lives, without a second thought.

As I made my pilgrimage along the way of St James through the countryside of Spain (a country hit hard by the economy), it came to me that a commodity such as yoga needs to be widely available to all at every level of income.

As Spain struggles with high unemployment, you least expect to find along the path, a kind local offering refreshments, fresh local food and loving kindness, all by “donative” or donation, yet it is common practice. Most lacked income, but not heart and they knew that the pilgrims would give what they could.

I needed to put more thought into this... and recently I knew I was ready and I had a plan.

Yoga is widely known for its health benefits, progressive doctors and practitioners suggest it for many ailments from stress to recovery and more. Yet, the system still requires that you pay for it yourself-leaving many again without yoga.

My Intent: Having yoga (and yoga as a therapy) accessible, to share yoga and its benefits and to enhance the lives of others in our community.

My System: $5 - unemployed, financially disadvantaged; $8 -12 - employed; $15 financially stable, able to support the studio in making yoga financially accessible.

-inclusive of students and seniors These classes are a goodwill offering to our community, to make yoga accessible for all income levels. I hope you are able to contribute what makes sense for your income level and for the value you experience.

All scheduled classes are included

Elizabeth Mueller is a life long student of yoga, teaching since 1998. www.spirityogaonline.com or spirityogaonline@ shaw.ca call 604 845 9642.

“It would be a shame” for the rest of the teams to not go ahead, says McCurdy.

He admits it was an ambitious plan to try and organize teams from young kids right through to teenagers. He says it’s possible that parents don’t realize how early the registration times are given that games don’t start until April. But for those kids already signed up, practices have been in full swing for weeks now.

Every Sunday afternoon, from 2-5 p.m. is open practice time. And local baseball players have a huge advantage now that they have a batting cage and pitching machine permanently set up.

“It’s pretty exceptional,” says McCurdy. “Having the batting cage right there with the pitching machine, the kids will be way ahead.”

With practices either in the Agricultural Hall or the baseball diamonds out back, plus the deluxe batting cage set securely up inside the padlocked picnic shelter by the hall, the fairgrounds are quickly becoming the baseball association’s dream come true. There is everything in one spot needed to train top-notch teams at all levels. Now, they just need the players.

To find out more or to register, see www.agassizll.com. Or check out a practice this Sunday afternoon, between 2 and 5 p.m.

Eagles set to soar at provincials After finishing league play in 2nd place, the AESS Sr. Girls Basketball team started Fraser Valley Playoffs on Friday night by beating Credo Christian 57-48 in overtime.

This win qualifies the Eagles for the Provincial Championships for the first time since 2006!

The Eagles outscored Credo 11-2 in overtime to clinch their spot at the 16 team provincial tournament. Hannah Exley had 33 points and was selected to the 1st All-Star team. Taylor Lees chipped in with 9 and Alyssa Lawley had 10. The Eagles lost in the Fraser Valley final on Saturday night to Langley Christian, the #2 ranked team in BC. The Eagles will be in Lumby from Tuesday March 3-Saturday March 8 for the Provincial Tournament.

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Parks and Recreation Committee Mayor Van Laerhoven and Council invite any interested District resident with a passion for recreation, parks, trails and cultural services to participate in the Parks and Recreation Committee. More specifically, you are invited to submit your name as a volunteer to be considered as a Committee member to provide input on creating new ideas and recommendations with respect to parks, trails, recreation and cultural services in the District. You will also be tasked with helping plan Agassiz’ 125 year anniversary celebration set for 2020.

The Committee will be asked to provide valuable input on issues relevant to program service delivery and use of facilities for the District’s Community Services Department. This may include providing innovative ideas, receiving feedback from the general public, and being focused on solutions.

Please submit your interests as to why you want to participate in this Committee and how your background and training can contribute to the success of the Committee. Mayor and Council will appoint the Parks and Recreation Committee members at a future Regular Meeting of Council.

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please call Kerry Hilts, Director of Community Services at 604-796-2235.

We thank all those participants who apply; however, only those short listed to the Parks and Recreation Committee will be contacted.

Applications are being accepted until February 27, 2015.

Submission may be forwarded to: District of Kent c/o Parks and Recreation Committee Box 70 Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0

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Communi t y Corner

February 2015

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Community Events

R.C.E. APPLIANCE REPAIR

10:15amHarrison Mills Regional Association hosts: The Sound of World - March 6-27 from World Burger & Beer Night - Saturday, February 28 at The 11am at the Agassiz Library. Celebrate Sasquatch Inn, 46001 Lougheed Hwy., Harrison Mills.

Come out and support our community advocates.

Prizes, 50/50 and silent auction. Tickets available at Harrison Mills Hall, The Sasquatch Inn Liquor Store, or call Al at 604-796-2372.

Cultures Month and enjoy stories, songs, and sounds from around the world during Friday story time!

St. Patrick’s Day Tea & Bake Sale - Saturday,

March 14 at the Friendship House. Bake sale by donations begins at 1:15pm with tea served at Agassiz Baseball Association Open Practice 1:30pm. Goes till 2:30pm. All welcome!

- Saturday, February 14th from 1:30 pm - 3pm at the Sunday, March 1 from 2:30pm - 5pm at the Agricultural Hall grounds.

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Kids At The Cross - Thursdays Recreation Centre in Agassiz. FMI call Ettie at the Ag 1789 The Royal Westminster Regiment Cadet 604-819- Corps - Westie Army Cadets 6822 Training at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No 228 - 344 Fort Street Better Beginnings - Pre/post natal educa Hope Wed. 6:30 PM - 9 pm. Free for ages 12 - 19. FMI tion, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tues. conta ct Capta in M.E. Sam Ronholm, CD at 1789trg@ 1 pm. 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-796-03 10 am to gmail.com or call 604-7 13 99-8897 Strong Start - Mon. - Fri. 12:30 - 3:30 pm at Kent Lego Club - Thursdays from 3-5pm. Every Thursday Elementary School. Free drop-in for kids 0 - 5. FMI call afterschool we will clear the floor in the back room Kent Elementary at 604-796-2161. of the library, get out the boxes of Lego and let Preschool Storytime - Fridays at 10:15. It’s Crack build Lego to your hearts content. There will you be le, themes and activities suggested, or kids Ms Terrill and all your little friends toget can just her as we build and listen to stories and have all kinds of fun. visit. We add an afterschool snack and a Free, drop safe place to be, for children that can be on their own in, all welcome. only please. Drop in.

Agassiz Harrison Family Parenting Place Meet Teens Only friends, old & new! Parents/caregivers with their It’s warm at the Library - Tuesdays from 3-5pm. inside and you are welcome to come and children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & Thurs. 9:30 hang out.

Come by the library afterschool and there am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-7 96-0313 will be a snack, some games to play if you choose or Coffee Break/Story Hour - A weekly Bible you for ladies & children 0-5. Weds. 9:30 am Study the can just sit and visit and listen to your music in library Agass iz ’s back room.

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7452 Morrow Rd. Sun. at 10 am. Call 604-703-9558 Dias 604-796-9181.

Community Church Meets at Agassiz United Church 6860 Lougheed Central Ag Hall at 6800 Pioneer Ave. Sunday 10:30

Highway. 604-796-2680 Agassiz United Church the am Kids Ministry as well. For more info visit Sunday Service & Sunday School at 10:30 am. www.central365.org All Saints Anglican Church 6904 #9 The Harrison Gospel Chapel Sunday Highway, Agassiz. Holy Eucharist at 10 am Sun. Worship Service begins at 10:30 am. 514 Lillooet St. Anthony’s Catholic Church 7237 Ave, HHS. Call 604-796-9500 Everyone welcome.

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Shantz, Ian

April 17, 1937 - February 8, 2015 On February 8th, 2015 Ian Shantz of Peers, Alberta passed away at the age of 77.

Left to mourn his loss and cherish his memory is his loving wife and best friend, Hilary, his son Allan (Anne) Shantz of Calgary, his daughter Diana Welsh of Calgary, daughter Laurie (Steven) Chaplin of Langley, BC, and daughter Donna (Steven Johannes) Winger of Surrey, BC. There are several siblings, grandchildren, numerous other relatives, plus a host of friends left to mourn.

His son Patrick predeceased Ian in infancy, as well as his mother Jessie in 1998, and his father Allan in 1974.

Born in Carrot Creek, Ian left home to join the Canadian Army on December 7, 1955. He served as a Peacekeeper in Cairo, Cyprus, and Germany. He was posted in Cold Lake, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Calgary. Ian was attached to 2nd Battalion PPCLI for 3 months at Cold Lake and served 6 months in Cyprus with them. Ian proudly belonged to the Queens Own Rifles of Canada. After he was honourably discharged from the Army on May 22, 1976 he worked for Corrections Canada as an instructor in Industries and Warehouse Assembly Coordinator (furniture building). Until retirement he worked in Edmonton, AB, Mission, and Agassiz, BC. It was while Ian was working in Agassiz that he met and married Hilary.

Ian was a Life Long Member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Agassiz Branch, and served as president for two years. They chose to retire in Peers, AB to be near family and live in the country enjoying what nature offered. In retirement he continued to work with wood and created lovely handcrafted walking sticks and coat trees. Family and friends will miss his kind heart and beautiful smile.

Following cremation, a graveside service was held on Saturday, February 14th, 2015 at 2:30 pm at the Glenwood Cemetery with the Royal Canadian Legion Colour Party in attendance.

In lieu of other tributes, donations if desired may be directed to the Cross Cancer Institute, c/o The Alberta Cancer Foundation, 11560 University Ave., Edmonton, Alberta T6G 1Z2 in memory of Ian Shantz.

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Our amazing Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother passed away peacefully on February 23, 2015 at Heritage Village in Chilliwack, BC at the age of 95. Mom was raised in Agassiz and was the daughter of the Hayward pioneer family.

She was a member of the Eastern Star. Mom was also very active with the senior’s Group in Agassiz.

She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Violet McLennan (Ken), her son Bruce Vandale (Hope); grandchildren Bryan, Bradley (Krystal), Brent (Tiffany), Blake (deceased) Vandale and Shea (Shandell) McLennan; great grandchildren Riley, Lia, and Hayla Vandale. She is predeceased by her father Harold Hayward, mother Violet Hayward, husband Syl Vandale, sister Mildred Bolen and grandson Blake Vandale.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit.

All on Location In Your Area. Selling Due to Illness. Call 1-866-6686629 For Details.

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home.

Call today.

1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.

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PART-TIME POSITIONS FOR RECREATION, CULTURE & AIRPARK SERVICES The Fraser Valley Regional District has the following Part-Time positions available for Recreation, Culture and Airpark Services located in Hope, BC: Competition #2015-08 – Customer Service Representative I Competition #2015-09 – Recreation Assistant The successful candidates must be available for shifts from 4 to 8 hours in duration, anytime between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., and/or split shifts and temporary shifts, inclusive of evenings, weekends and some holidays.

For further details on these positions and the Fraser Valley Regional District please visit our website at www.fvrd.bc.ca.

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES DEALERS REQUIRED- Be a part of Western Canada’s fastest growing snack business. Earn $8000$10000 cash every month servicing 100 snack boxes in your area. No experience necessary. Investment: $15,000. Some financing available.

Call 604-930-6040.

HELP WANTED

If you are interested in applying for any of these positions, please submit a resume, along with a cover letter. Please quote the applicable Competition Number and send, in confidence, by March 9, 2015:

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

WAREHOUSING & MANUFACTURING F/T position in Langley lubricants plant. Warehouse work, Mfg. and shipping / receiving. Must be capable of physical labour, computer usage, be meticulous and reliable. Exp. in manufacturing & warehousing preferred.

We offer a long-term career with a financially successful Co. + Benefits + RRSP Plan.

Send resume: hr@fuchs.com or fax: 604-888-1145

jobs@fvrd.bc.ca or mail to: Human Resources Department Fraser Valley Regional District 45950 Cheam Avenue Chilliwack, BC V2P 1N6 or fax confidentially to: 604-702-5461

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TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

VECTOR RENO’S

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 362

SECURITY/ ALARM SYSTEMS

www.paintspecial.com

Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

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LANDSCAPING

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.

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ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks & all others Medical & Fire Free* Alarm Systems 604-792-8055 / 854-8055

REAL ESTATE 627

RUBBISH REMOVAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 225

CARPET INSTALLATION

CARPET / LINO *New/Used *Install *Repair *Stairs. 35 Yrs Exp. Fully Qual. Journeyman. 604-346-7116

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ELECTRICAL

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

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

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MOVING & STORAGE

from $499 (Made in BC) Repairs & Service. We extend warranties to all makes.

Vacuum needs a service every 5 years just like an oil change!

604-792-8055 / 854-8055

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PETS

1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $45hr + gas.

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

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

MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes!

All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.

Visit us at:

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates.

We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes.

778.344.1069

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

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GARAGE SALES

Agassiz

2015

Feb. 27, 28 & Mar. 1

4982 Limbert rd.

Saturday, Feb 28 8:30am - 2:30pm Asstd. household & yard items

Huge Flea Market

Chilliwack Heritage Park Friday, February 27: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Saturday, February 28: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday, March 1: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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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

AGASSIZ 2 bdrm gr flr corner unit in Woodside Terrace, clean, quiet, well mngd bldg. Refs req. March 1. $750 + utils & D.D. (604)588-6665 Agassiz - Bachelor suite for rent available near post office. Clean building. Laundry and off street parking onsite. $550/mth call 604-491-6380 or 778-834-1951

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

Join her as she shares all of her trade secrets on how to make your own “old” signs...

Among the mix of tips and tricks... her NEW “old” stencil line!

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Giveaway • Health & Wellness • Total Makeovers • Financial Fitness • Community Services • Cake Design • and more!

Bridal Swap!

Visit the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo & sell your wedding or prom dresses or any unneeded wedding décor pieces without stress or hassle, or find a great deal on bridal & prom wear!

The Sequel Events team of professionals is enthusiastic about helping you find exactly what you have been looking for, there are sure to be some excellent finds!

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www.fraservalleywomensexpo.com

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MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

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

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford 30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666 1998 HONDA CIVIC 2 dr, auto Aircared. STK#652. $2,495.

2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr, auto, fully loaded. Only this week! STK#546. $3,900.

2002 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, fully loaded. STK#547. $4,900.

2005 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#648 $4,900.

2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900.

2003 HONDA ACCORD 2 dr, auto, full load, ST#586 $6,900.

2007 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto, full load, STK#603 $7,900.

2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 4 dr, AWD, fully loaded, only 99K kms. STK#657 $9,900.

2008 HONDA CIVIC, 2 dr, auto, sunroof, fully loaded.

STK#642. $9,900.

2009 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto. STK#606. $10,900.

2009 KIA SPORTAGE, 4 dr, auto, full load, runs good.

STK# 624 $10,900.

2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, loaded, 7 psgr STK#428. $13,900.

2011 NISSAN ALTIMA. 4 dr, auto, sedan, fully loaded, sunroof. STK#641. $14,900.

2013 TOYOTA COROLLA, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, standard STK#639. $15,500.

2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4X4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888 1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $2,900.

2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, auto, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900.

2002 FORD EXPLORER 4X4, auto, full load. ST#585 $5,900.

2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900.

2007 FORD Fusion 4 dr auto, loaded A/cared ST#321 $6,900 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $10,900.

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade.

STK#504. $10,900.

2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K STK#17. $12,900.

2007 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, short box only 162K. STK#126. $14,900.

2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. STK#275. $16,900.

Lynwood apt. lrg. 2 bdrm. Newer flooring, heat & covered parking incl. $ 650/mth Ph. 604-795-9953 or 604-796-3832 to inquire.

QUIET & clean top floor suite with elevator, new laundry facilities, storage locker, parking and resident caretaker. Easy walking distance to downtown Agassiz amenities. Discount provided to seniors. Pet friendly. $575. Call / text 778-9189062

Sat Feb 28 10-4pm

45855 Promontory Rd. Tzeachten Hall $2 admission

TRUCKS & VANS

and 2 bdrm...$799/m Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences. Available now.

Call 604-703-3405

120 tables!

Donna of Funky Junk Interiors

SOME DISPLAYS: • Vintage Showcase • Handcrafted Arts • Spas & Salons • Fashion Apparel • Lifestyle Services

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

Antiques, kids stuff, household items, jewelry, records, collectibles, & more

TICKETS: $7 AT THE DOOR

Prize

HOMES WANTED

Agassiz - 1 bdrm apt, 7166 Pioneer Ave. $600/m. ph: 778-246-0017

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

presented by: ROSS TRADE SHOWS

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RENTALS

PETS

(778)378-6683

SUITES, UPPER

UPSTAIRS House Suite for Rent! In Abbotsford.

Christian landlords seeking responsible, quiet tenants.

1,000sf Spacious living area, 2 BR, private patio entrance, carport. 1 full bath, kitchen area with stove/oven/fridge. Washer/Dryer. Ideal for newlyweds. Downes Rd, near Auto Mall. $800 + Gas. Contact Chris at 604-308-4292

WE BUY HOMES BC

VACUUMS

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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TRANSPORTATION

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

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

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RENTALS

MISC. WANTED

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer.

1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

We Service all Makes •

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PLUMBING

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Financing Available

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

www.keytrackautosales.ca

Wanted: Class C Mobile home 20ft to 28ft. Call Dennis 604-796-2809

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HOMES FOR RENT

In the matter of a declaration of: Seizure & sale of vehicles under the Residential Tenancy Act:

Agassiz- 1/2 duplex for rent.

3 bedroom, 2 bath. N/P, N/S. DD + ref req’d. $1000/mo + util.

Avail. to Rent. call: 604-845-2705 Willoughby 3lvl 5bdrm dble garage 2 bdrm furn bsmt ste ns/np suit long term. Apr 1. $2350m 604-209-5675

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All vehicles left, by Mr Ed McKittka, at 5533 McCallum Road, Agassiz before his death in January 2013, will be sold after March 19, 2015 if the executors of Mr Ed McKittka does not contact and deal with these vehicles before the fore mentioned date.

Call Melvin at: 604-796-9052

pick a part

RV PADS

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

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†Based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian New Retail Vehicle Registrations as of CYTD November 2014 for the Compact SUV/Compact Car/Subcompact Car segments as defned by Honda Canada Inc. *Limited time weekly lease offer and all other offers are from Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. #The weekly lease offer applies to a new 2015 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3FES/ Civic DX model FB2E2FEX/Fit DX model GK5G3FE (“Specifed Models”) for a 60-month period, for a total of 260 payments of $69.89/$41.91/$39.97 leased at 1.99%/0.99%/2.99% APR based on applying $400.00/$350.00/$1050.00 “lease dollars” (which are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes). ‡In order to achieve $0 down payment, dealer will cover the cost of tire/battery tax, air conditioning tax (where applicable), environmental fees and levies on the 2015 CR-V LX 2WD, Civic DX and Fit DX only on customer’s behalf. Down payment of $0.00, frst weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $18,171.40/$10,896.60/$10,392.20. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. **MSRP is $27,685/$17,245/$16,070 including freight and PDI of $1,695/$1,495/$1,495 based on new 2015 Specifed Models described above. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. £For more information about the 2015 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year® award, visit http://www.motortrend.com/oftheyear/suv/2015_ honda_cr_v_is_the_motor_trend_suv_of_the_year/ ΩFor more information about the AJAC’s Best Small Car (Under $21,000) award, please visit: http://www.ajac.ca/web/ccoty/2015/comparison_category.asp?cat=176 */#/**Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent’s fee of $5.25, which are both due at time of delivery and covered by the dealer on behalf of the customer on Specifed Models only. Offers valid from February 3rd through March 2nd 2015 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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Phone:

604-792-2724

Toll Free:

1-866-HONDA-88

4 4 9 5 4 Ya l e R o a d We s t , C h i l l i w a c k

DLN 31210

www.murrayhonda.ca

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