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Pillar of the community Jean Scott is remembered fondly, following her recentpassing

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A plethora of volunteers offered up their time at Silver Creek Elementary school, bucking up trees that were cut down after being deemed hazardous in the aftermath of that storm that occurred a few weeks ago. Afterward they’re splitting the logs into firewood that the kids can then sell to fundraise for playground equipment.

WITH ENTHUSIASM The Hope Curling Club hosted the most recent bonspiel event.

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PAM provides health care for the vulnerable P.A.M promises to deliver health care to the most vulnerableWritten by Erin KnutsonWord Count 400At the second annual Partners in Health Care Community Forum at the Hope and District Recreation Centre —Conference Centre, current initiatives were discussed regarding the improved access to medical care.

The Chilliwack Division of Family practitioners presented their new pilot program a GP for Me, which is an expansive initiative to connect the community with local practitioners. It involves Hope clinic expansions and Fraser Canyon outreach,

the recruitment and retention of new physicians to the area, practice support, coaching and community education.

“We are hoping to deliver a better model that is dedicated to primary care and community care — we’re your first line in health care and there’s a lot of initiatives going on,” said Ken Becotte, executive director of the Chilliwack Division of Family Practice.

An overhaul of the system was initiated by the government of BC and the Doctors of BC as a provincewide campaign to provide adequate, accessible and fully comprehensive

care to communities that don’t necessarily have the proper supports in place. Geographic isolation is often a huge barrier to providing the necessary health care to residents and often people have been sent to areas such as Chilliwack to facilitate their immediate, extended health care, and to find a general practitioner.

“We now have divisions all over the province, which includes not just Chilliwack, but Hope, Agassi, Seabird Island, Fraser Canyon and Boston Bar,” said Becotte.

A GP for Me honours concerns for people who are currently unattached, or without a local health-

care provider, patients whose family practitioner or nurse practitioner are not local and patients seeking a different primary care provider.

The most vulnerable of the population are slated to be first in line to secure a residential physician through a new system called PAM also known as the Patient Attachment Mechanism with the slogan “Call PAM” firmly in place. PAM acts as a health care hotline that links the populace with a Patient Attachment Coordinator, who will facilitate the connection between the individual and a provider.

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FVRD motions for electric car

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At a recent Fraser Valley Regional District(FVRD) Board of Directors meeting, an impromptu discussion broke out regarding the implementation of a new strategy to solve Area B, Director Dennis Adamson’s dilemma about the costly mileage alleged to comprehensively oversee his large geographic region.

This resulted in a progressive new motion for the board to deliberate upon.

“With Area B, being 3,119 square kilometres with 15 communities scattered about — the FVRD for the last decade or so has paid extra travel money to allow the public access to their elected official and this was policy,” Adamson told the Standard.“The board decided it wasn’t fair and that everyone should have the same 400 kilometres, even

though the smallest area is 119 square kilometres.”

The suggestion of purchasing an electric car was brought to the table, in lieu of increasing the budget parameters stipulated for the even distribution of funds allocated to each area.

Adamson’s plea for an extended budget was largely based on the request of members within his jurisdiction for more face time.

“Sunshine Valley, Yale, and several First Nation communities wrote letters to the district, saying we need more than 400 kilometres a month to have our elected official available to us to help build a relationship,” said Adamson.

The board decided that the amount of money necessary to facilitate the cost in it’s existing mileage budget could potentially cover the payments of the electric car, while allowing Adamson, in this instance,

to travel more frequently to his area destinations.

“As long as it’s feasible and if it will work I’m all for it — if they can figure out a way to deal with it great,” he said.

“Out in the country there’s mountains, it’s quite a drive to Sunshine Valley in the winter, so if they can get all that worked out — I’m in.”

According to directives, the expense incurred by purchasing the eco-friendly vehicle would be justified by monies saved in fuel costs, by eliminating mileage charges.

The board voted unanimously in favour of the motion, which came directly from City of Chilliwack Director and Mayor Sharon Gaetz.

“We’re committed to reducing our environmental foot print and promoting a reduction in green house gases and we’ve been exploring the idea of adding an electric vehicle to our fleet for sometime,” Gaetz

told the Standard. “They have electric vehicle charging stations in Boston Bar and Hope and they are the super-charger kind, which takes twenty minutes to fully charge — there is also one in Chilliwack, so it’s feasible.”

The foray of the board into the future of green technology initiatives bodes well for increasing the environmental consciousness of the community, while offering a viable solution to Adamson’s concerns.

“It’s a first kind of attempt to see if there’s another way of doing this kind of business, so it would be for a vehicle for the district only, which at the end of Adamson’s term in 2018, would go back into our inventory — but we think it’s a good way to be able to do this,” she said. “The Province and the Fraser Basin Council have been working together to implement the use of electric vehicles.”

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Pillar of the community and legendary centenarian Jean Scott, who recently passed away just shy of her 103rd birthday was an iconic MT. HOPE SEVENTH-DAY HOPE UNITED figure, a social activist, and a staunch promoter of women. She was ADVENTIST CHURCH instrumental in the conception of the Hope and Area Transition CHURCH 1300 Ryder St. Society(HATS), which was named after her in 1996.

590 Third Ave. “She would have been 83 years old when I first met her and I SATURDAY MORNING SUNDAY SERVICE: 10am Study Hour 9:15 a.m. remember that she was in this royal blue dress with a corsage Worship Hour 11:00am and she was outstanding looking — just regal and I’ve never UNITED WE SING met a woman with such passion and conviction, such fire, and I Prayer Meeting - Tuesday, 7pm FIRST WEDNESDAY thought wow she is an inspiration,” Gerry Dyble, executive direcOF EVERY MONTH Pastor Tim Nagy tor of HATS told the Standard.

604-869-2363 604-869-9381 Born in Brandon, Manitoba on April 12th, 1912, the devoted feminist worked tirelessly for the women of the Great Depression, fighting ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL A PASSION FOR CHRIST for the reparation of the gross fiscal disparities that existed between AND HIS KINGDOM LUTHERAN CHURCH men and women for paying jobs.

SUNDAY WORSHIP: 10:30 AM “She was always singing and she always had something to say about Service held 2nd & last FREE STORE TUES/THURS the rights of women that’s her legacy — women’s rights,” Dyble said.

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3:00-4:30 PM Starting out with humble beginnings after being born in a grocery F.C. Hospital Conference SUBMITTED PHOTO Northwest store, Scott firmly believed in the accountability of the individual to Jean Scott and Gerry Dyble shared many happy memories together at the Room – 2:30 pm Harvest promote courage and strength, and by doing so set an example for Hope and Area Transition Society, including breaking out in song as needed.

Church Wayne Lunderby, others to follow. It was her express wish to uphold those who fiercely 888 THIRD AVE. Pastor campaigned to end the disenfranchisement of women worldwide and bered as a groundbreaking phenomenon and the first woman-ever to 604-869-9969 Contact: Linda 604-869-2073 (MESSAGE ONLY) to give credit to the heroic efforts, pioneering men and women put be awarded the degree.

“Jean often said that she was born before her time.” fourth to bridge gender inequalities.

“Back as the director in 98’ I thought, she’s an inspiration, she’s the person you want to emulate in the community — you YOUR VACCINATION CENTRE want to fight for people who are oppressed, marginalized and that’s really the underpinnings of our organization much exercise it takes to burn off prevent the blood from pooling in In March, we put the spotlight as we’ve moved forward in this community and we keep on poison prevention to raise those extra calories. Most of these the lower legs which can cause her in mind,” she said. awareness of possible sources drinks contain 150 to 170 calories skin breakdown. Your doctor can Scott’s campaigns to have women recognized as legal of poisoning in our homes. and 41 to 46 grams of sugar. To advise if these stockings will help WALK WELL persons were often thwarted by the Labour Council in Examples include little soft pillows work off one can, you would have you.

FOOTCARE Vancouver, who often suggested that a woman’s worth to walk at medium speed for 38 of detergent for our dish and A blood test is perhaps the most was half that of her male counterpart. clothes washers. Purses may minutes; run 6 mph for 13 minutes; nursing services ride a bike for 17 minutes. Kind of common of diagnostic tools. Back contain medications, toothpaste, Up until the time of her death the beloved mainclude: in 1884, a German scientists found nicotine sources (cigarettes, gums, puts it into perspective. triarch served as the B.C. female representative • callus & corn care a way to count red blood cells e-cigarettes) and alcohol found to the Canadian Labour Congress’ committee to • nail packing Compression stockings have their for the very ¿rst time. This made in perfumes, hand sanitizers and present a Brief to the Royal Commission on the • ingrown greatest pressure at the ankle and diagnosis of anemia much easier. mouthwash. Look carefully at toenails Status of Women. these poisoning sources and keep reduce going up the leg. They are It matters of health, it’s nice to deal • hygiene & helpful in preventing deep vein Scott was a board member of Transition House your children safe. footwear thrombosis (blood clots in the lower with people you know. We’d be since the inception of shelters geared toward abused education happy to get to know you better.

Sometimes, when we reach for leg). They may relieve symptoms women, starting out in Victoria and then moving on • assessment Drop in for our brand of service another sugar-containing soft drink, and even slow the progress of Phone for to Chilliwack, as Vice-President for the Upper Fraser & referral varicose veins. They also help it is bene¿cial to imagine how soon. appointment.

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• nail Along with her husband Frank Scott, who passed sevcutting Store Hours: eral years before her, the prolific social activist set a precMon.-Fri: 9am-7pm edent that will be remembered both locally and nationSaturday: 9am-6pm ally. As a recipient of the Canada’s Persons Case(which Sun & Holidays: 10am-5pm Use the she carried in her purse at all times) award that recogapp... nizes an exemplary contribution to the promotion of OPEN SUNDAYS... BECAUSE HEALTH DOESN’T WAIT! gender equality and an honourary doctorate from the Urmilla Mike McLoughlin Lindsay Kufta Anna Eldridge 235 Wallace St. 604-869-2486 University of Fraser Valley, Scott will be lovingly rememShinde-Surabathula

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Metro Vancouver mayors say their plan for transit upgrades would save residents much more money over the long run than they’d pay in extra sales tax if this spring’s referendum on the proposal passes.

A report commissioned by the mayors estimates the savings for a typical family at $360 per year by 2030 in combined fuel, vehicle and other costs, including the value of time savings.

It estimates that advantage would climb to $1,100 per year by 2045 versus a base case scenario without the proposed upgrades and worsening congestion as Metro’s population grows.

Those are net savings minus the $125 per year an average household would pay as a result of the extra 0.5 per cent sales tax to be levied in Metro Vancouver.

Two thirds of the estimated savings are attributed to reduced travel time, while one third is the result of direct reductions in out-

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Eleven new B-line express bus routes that run often would be added across the region under the plan advanced by Metro mayors.

of-pocket transportation costs.

The mayors’ council released only a four-page summary of HDR Consulting’s findings without providing details on methodology.

Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore predicted some households will save even more – an estimated $10,000 a year over and above HDR’s estimates – if they are able to give up a vehicle as improved transit service arrives.

“More people will have the option to use the bus, which is a less expensive way of getting around

than driving,” Moore said.

He said even drivers will spend less time on the road and money on gas and maintenance because of congestion relief.

Transit improvements – including a 25 per cent increase in bus service, new B-Line express bus routes and new rapid transit lines in Vancouver and Surrey – are expected to greatly increase the number of households in the region that live close enough to frequent transit service to rely heavily on it. The mayors’ council estimates round-trip travel times by transit will be cut by

at least 40 minutes between certain town centres, including Maple Ridge-Cloverdale and Coquitlam-Langley, a route that would be served by new B lines.

No campaign head Jordan Bateman called the report “flimsy.”

He said it doesn’t take into account the opportunity cost of how families might benefit if they weren’t subjected to the extra tax and could instead spend that money on different priorities or invest it.

“The mayors refuse to acknowledge this is a regressive tax that hurts poorer families more than richer families,” Bateman said.

He said poor families can’t think decades down the road because “they’re trying to put groceries on the table this week” and added it may be risky for planners to use such a long horizon as well.“No one knows what the world is going to look like in 30 years,” Bateman said, suggesting self-driving cars may end up carrying many people some day instead of public transit.

Marijuana challenge in court Jeff Nagel Black Press

A constitutional challenge of Canada’s new medical marijuana laws is now being heard in a Vancouver courtroom.

Patients want the right to continue growing their own pot instead of being forced to buy only from large commercial producers licensed by the federal government.

Legal home growing was supposed to stop last April when

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tion where they have to choose between their liberty on the one hand, or having to go to the black market or the grey market if they can’t afford the (licensed producer) prices, which many of them on disability pensions can’t.”

Federal government lawyers are arguing the new system provides safe, regulated marijuana while eliminating public risks from mould, electrical fires and crime that often came with home production.

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The RCMP officer who tasered Robert Dziekanski has been found guilty of perjury for lying to an inquest into the Polish immigrant’s 2007 death at Vancouver airport.

Const. Kwesi Millington is the first officer to be convicted in connection with the incident, which triggered reforms to police use of stun guns and policies at YVR.

B.C. Supreme Court Justice William Ehrcke found Millington exaggerated the threat Dziekanski posed to officers, including a “preposterous” claim the distraught traveller had to be wrestled to the ground when bystander video showed he fell soon after the first jolt.

Prosecutors accused the four Mounties of meeting to coordinate their stories to investigators. One other officer was previously acquitted of perjury while two others await trial.

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new Health Canada regulations took effect, but a temporary injunction allowed existing licensees to continue until the case could be heard in court.

Abbotsford lawyer John Conroy is leading the challenge in Federal Court and expects the trial to last three weeks.

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Opinion

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Trustees balk at Premier School trustees across B.C., including those in School District 43, must be scratching their heads at their premier’s apparent lack of awareness about what’s going on in their schools and administration offices.

Last week, Christy Clark suggested school boards grab a step-ladder and start picking some “low-hanging fruit” to the tune of nearly $54 million over the next two years from district administrative costs.

Later, Education Minister Peter Fassbender clarified that school districts must find efficiencies to get administrative costs down to 6%, where they were 10 years ago, which requires 0.5% savings this year and 1% the year after.

While there is a concern that trimming administrative costs will eat up valuable dollars that must go to the classroom, the province should lead the way by showing where this cost-cutting should be made.

BC School Trustees’ Association president Teresa Rezansoff has been quoted as saying that Clark’s comments ignore the fact that school districts are already working together to save money and have been doing so for years.

Among the ideas being touted is converting school board meetings to a paperless model — which has already been done in School District 43 (if you go and want a copy of the agenda, you’ll have to print your own) — and moving professional development workshops outside school hours, thereby saving in substitute teaching costs, again something that is already being done here.

And who can forget that $13.4 million was chopped from SD43’s operating budget last year, including cuts to supply budgets and other costs?

Bulk buying, sharing services — many of these measures have been tried with more or less success, depending on the district and the circumstances. One area that has been discussed is the high cost of legal services. CUPE has argued the district could do more to cut arbitration costs but clamping down on legal charges has been difficult given the large number of Freedom of Information requests and the district is also paying higher legal fees to resolve student-related issues.

Everyone hates waste but instead of making off-the-cuff comments, would the premier please show school boards exactly where the hidden cache of cash is located?

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Government unmoved by hunter protest B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – Hundreds of hunters, some wearing camouflage and blowing duck calls, gathered at the B.C. legislature Monday to protest the share of big-game hunting permits set aside for guide-outfitters and their out-ofprovince clients.

About 300 hunters and supporters attended the rally, bringing petitions with thousands of names to present in the legislature.

The largest petition called for a limit of 10 per cent share of moose and elk allocated for non-resident hunters, and 15 per cent for mountain goats and grizzly bears, prized by trophy hunters.

It was the latest of a series of protests that began in December when the government announced an increase of limited-entry hunting opportunities for guide-outfitters.

Sean Richardson, president of the Oceola Fish and Game Club in the Okanagan, said with the resurgence of hunting popularity in B.C., the government is moving in

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the wrong direction by increasing commercialization of wildlife harvesting.

“We need to stop managing a diminishing resource through social management, and we need to start working towards making more wildlife,” Richardson said.

Forests Minister Steve Thomson said he understands the principle behind the ongoing protest, but the latest allocation decision was made after 10 years of discussions with resident hunters and guide-outfitters, and he is not prepared to change it again.

When the plan was announced in December, the government estimated that it represented a shift of 168 animals in limited-entry hunt areas from resident hunters to guide outfitters.

After resident hunters and the B.C. Wildlife Federation objected, Forests Minister Steve Thomson announced in February that is being adjusted to a shift of about 60 animals to guide-outfitters. But the protests have continued.

B.C. hunters are concerned that the share reserved for guide-outfitters is higher than anywhere else in North America. Under the latest policy for limited-entry hunts, that share is 20 per cent for elk, 20 or 25 per cent for moose depending on the restricted region, 35 per cent for mountain goat, and 40 per cent for grizzly bears.

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Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver introduced legislation Monday that would require non-resident hunters to pack out the edible parts of grizzly bears they shoot in B.C. Trophy hunters should be subject to the same “eat what you kill” rules as resident hunters already face, he said.

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Hope. Highest property taxes?

I think it’s important that the good citizens of Hope become aware that their community has some of the highest property taxes in the Province of BC. This information came to light when Hope Councillor Scott Medlock posted on line the budget from 2014, as well as the forecasted budgets for 2015, 16, and 17, which all show substantial Tax increases.

If one was to compare their property tax, in the Multiple Listing Service, to any other community in the lower mainland with a similar valued property, they will find that their property taxes are up to 50%, and sometimes more than those in other lower mainland communities.

In my opinion, the property taxes in Hope are past the breaking point of attracting any new substantial job creating business, or attracting a population demographic that’s conducive to moving forward economically.

I would strongly urge the current council to put all unnecessary spending on hold, and start cutting taxes, to bring our taxes back in line with other BC communities in years future.

The current system of not tendering projects is inflationary and creates ever increasing expenditures, that are not appropriate for the current population demographic, which is of a commuting nature, or fixed income.

The current Advantage Hope project of refurbishing the Heritage Train Station, is certain to go over budget, and currently not affordable. Possibly this project should be handed over to the Hope Chamber of Commerce, as this is the organization that is most likely to benefit from such a project.

Art Green, Hope Arthur Green

Let’s celebrate our natural resources We are incredibly lucky to have such a richness of natural resources in BC: lumber, seafood, renewable energy, agricultural products, gas, oil, coal and perhaps most importantly, and least talked about, minerals.

Mineral exploration provides thousands of jobs in our province, and if we took greater advantage of the abundant mineral resources found in BC’s vast wilderness I’m confident we could create many more.

Recent announcements in support of the mineral exploration sector, including the extension of a tax credit and an exemption from new fees, are definitely a step in the right direction toward creating more jobs. But it’s sad that so few people understand this industry and how important minerals are for almost everything we do in our lives.

Let’s celebrate our natural resources, especially minerals. They are the lifeblood of our BC economy.

Michael Flanagan

Responsibility is integral This is in response to the article written by Janet Rigby. Your lack of knowledge was very clear. No one is against subsidized housing for the homeless. People are not in favour of drugsidized housing. There is a big diffewrence. The Tennants at the Thunderbird motel, are the very same druggies that have been there for years. When they are bad and cause trouble, they are kicked out, then are allowed back after about a month. This goes on and on.

When someone famous said, the poor are always with us, this was said way before drugs were around. A little outdated for the 21st century. You can’t help anyone unless they are willing to help themselves. The ones that put no effort into helping themselves, should be weeded out, wasting everyone’s time, not to mention money to help them.

A rehab has a fence, it has rules to abid by, a curfew and people with degrees to help the alcohol and drug addicts. The thunderbird motel has none of the above. That means it’s a motel and a very good cash cow. As far as rants go, if the truth hurts stay away from facebook.

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Reverend Peter Teichroeb was a celebrated man in the Hope community when his work was acknowledged by a thriving congregation formally recognized as the Wallace St. Baptist Church. Since, the advent of 1958, it has become the Grace Baptsit Church.

Peter had a solid reputation as boasting practical teachings that deeply affected the community and the congregation was soon bursting at the seems, and though he celebrated the remainder of his years in Maple Ridge, BC, his legacy will live on. He touched many lives as a productive pastor throughout his life and his deep interest in others sparked an example to be followed by all who were lucky enough to meet him.

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Marriage Commissioner The Vital Statistics Agency, Ministry of Health, is looking for an individual to serve as a Marriage Commissioner for Hope. The individual will perform civil marriages within their community on behalf of the Agency.

For information and an application form please visit our website at: www.vs.gov.bc.ca/marriage

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Community Crime fighting volunteers needed Erin Knutson Hope Standard

Hope Crime Prevention Society is calling all community-oriented individuals interested in the maintenance and prevention of crime in the area to join its extensive and widely celebrated volunteer program.

The provincial government awarded the non-profit society the Ministry of Justice Community Safety and Crime Prevention Award in 2014, which

was the result of dedicated members efforts toward the preservation and sustainment of a crime free area.

As an organization that once boasted a number of 55 members, enrollment is down and other members have retired, or are near exiting the program, according to crime prevention enthusiast and long standing community volunteer and member Hans Jeschek.

“We went from 197 created files for local

police to zero.” he said.

The crime rate has decreased at least 17 per cent in the past few years due to the presence of the ambitious patrol. Jeschek spoke candidly to the Standard of the various programs the Society offers including day patrol, night patrol, tunnel watch and Block and Speed Watch.

The success of the organization is based off the quiet dedication of modern day heroes like Jeschek, who put their safety on the line

in the name of peace, demonstrating a level of courage and selflessness that has been a proven asset to the conservation of a quiet place like Hope.

“We are the eyes and ears of the local detachment and we have have a special car that identifies us as patrol to citizens.” All parties interested in signing up, or for more information please contact the Hope Crime Prevention Society office at 604869-5900, or visit www. hopebc.ca

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The Senior Art Exhibit at Hope Secondary School will feature paintings, drawings and photographs done by grade 10-12 students enrolled in HSS art and/or photography classes.

The subject matter will range from self portraits to abstract, in a range of mediums and methods.

If you attend the opening, please feel free to ask the artists questions — what message were they hoping to convey, how long have they worked in this medium, why did they choose this piece to bring to the show, etc?

An grand opening reception will take place this Friday, March 6 from 7-9 p. m. open to the public.

Meet the young artists and enjoy refreshments compliments of the HSS food class and Hope Arts Gallery volunteers.

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Come out and spin some cash for The Heart & Stroke Foundation’s Fit for Heart Campaign. Teams of 2 to 4 SDUWLFLSDQWV FDQ UHJLVWHU RQOLQH DW ZZZ ¿WIRUKHDUW FD and pledge forms can be picked up at the Recreation Centre. Let’s help the Fit For Heart Campaign help reach its goal of raising $1 Million towards heart and stroke research and education in Canada

Date: Saturday, April 18th Location: Hope McDonalds Parking Lot Time: 10:00am-2:00pm Teams must register by Monday, April 12th at the Recreation Centre.

For more information email leisure@fvrd.bc.ca

The Heart and Stroke Foundation thanks the sponsors of this event for their support. Acceptance of this support does not constitute an endorsement by the Foundation of these organizations or its individual products.

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Federal tax credits target LNG investment Tom Fletcher Black Press

The federal government is offering tax breaks for equipment and buildings for

liquefied natural gas production.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently announced the tax breaks in Surrey with Industry Minister James Moore and three B.C. MPs.

LNG producers will be granted capital cost allowances of 30 per cent on equipment and 10 per cent on buildings, which reduce their income tax to offset construction costs. The standard rate for capital

cost allowance is eight per cent for equipment and six per cent for buildings.

B.C. took a similar approach with its LNG income tax, offering credits on corporate income tax until initial plant investments are paid off.

Premier Christy Clark welcomed the federal move, which she said B.C. has lobbied hard to get as international producers have delayed final investment decisions. She said the drop in oil prices has made the decision more difficult for big companies that get part of their revenue from oil, but B.C. is competitive on LNG. “We’re already more competitive than Australia,” Clark said. “Our real main competition in the world is the U.S. and the west coast of North America.”

NDP natural gas critic Bruce Ralston said the front-end tax credits are the right approach to take, but the federal tax break doesn’t change the economic conditions for B.C. trying to enter a global energy market.

“Our objections are the same,” Ralston said.

“If LNG proponents want, as one proponent did, 70 per cent temporary foreign workers, and 70 per cent of the [greenhouse gas] emissions are not being counted, then we don’t support the plan.”

David Keane, president of the BC LNG Alliance, said the federal decision is encouraging and the industry continues to work with First Nations and other local governments to develop.

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The B.C. Nurses Union is vowing to pursue charges against violent patients who assault nurses.

President Gayle Duteil said the BCNU has asked for better security, including more safety officers and alarm systems, but accused the government of being slow to act.“We have waited too long for the government and health authorities to take action and our nurses have the broken jaws to prove it,” she said.

Besides the policy of pursuing legal action on behalf of a nurse injured by violence on the job, the BCNU also aims to provide a range of other supports for nurses who are physically or psychologically hurt.

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Students rallied during the anti bully campaign at Hope Secondary School on Wednesday, February 25th.

From top to bottom, Ionela Garrett proudly shows off her pink signage in a bid to bring awareness to the powerful issue of bullying; Tansie Pauls (left) and Madison Marshall are all smiles and eually dedicated to the signage of balloons; A young gentlemen enjoys a day of festivities at the Kindergarten indoor track meet, held at the Coquihalla Elementary School.

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Curlers from the region enjoyed a weekend filled with ice sliding activities and a broom firmly in hand during the Mixed Bonspiel at the Hope Curling Centre on Friday, February 27th to Sunday, March 1st.

Though it was mixed, everyone went home a champion, especially the Hope Curling Club, who were super focused and enthusiastic throughout the weekends events.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR MONDAY Fraser Hope Monthly Meeting.

Fraser Canyon Hospital Conference Room. Monday, 1 p.m.

Hope Al-Anon Group: Al-Anon supports friends and families of problem drinkers. Monday, March 2 8 p.m. Fraser Canyon Hospital meeting room 1275 7th Ave. 604-869-7078 hopebcalanon@gmail.com

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Senior Fitness Class: Total body workout for seniors 55+ using music to movement, weights and bands. It runs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. Golden Ager’s Hall 560 Douglas St. 604-869-8435 jilllast1@gmail.com Hope Scrabble Club: Queue, quixotry, zymurgy. If you are a serious Scrabble player looking for a challenging game, this is the group for you. Tuesday, March 3 10 a.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca Conversation Circles: If you are learning English and want to practice speaking with other people in a friendly, casual place then join us for weekly guided discussions about Canadian culture, food, current events and a variety of other topics. A ReadRight program.

Tuesday, March 3 10:30 a.m.

Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-1363 larissa.readright@gmail.com Tops Meeting: Powerful support group for weight loss and lifelong health. Weigh-in 5:30-6:50 p.m. Meeting 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 3. Anglican Church Hall 681 Fraser St. 604-869-2204 eyesee55@telus.net Auxiliary to Fraser Canyon Hospital/Fraser Hope Lodge monthly meeting: We raise funds for our hospital and lodge and have several events throughout the year. We also have two gift shops, one in the hospital and the other in the lodge. We sell beautiful handmade afghans, baby layettes, sweaters, jewelry and cards at reasonable prices.

With the money raised we are able to continue to purchase large items needed for patient’s comfort and care. We look forward to new members to join our volunteer group. Check out our website: auxiliarytofrasercanyonhospital.com. Meeting Tuesday, March 9 1 p.m. Fraser Canyon Hospital conference room 1275 7th Ave. 604-869-3517 marybirc@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY United We Sing: This outreach community sing-a-long is fun for those who enjoy singing.

Light refreshments following the session. All are welcome.

Wednesday, March 4 1:30 p.m.

Hope United Church 310 Queen St. 604-869-8435 jilllast1@gmail.com Parent Child Mother Goose: Discover fun with rhymes, songs and stories! This is an interactive program for babies and toddlers and caregivers.

Mother Goose helps your little one learn speech and language skills. Healthy snacks are provided. Wednesday, March 4 10:30 a.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-863-2279 krushlow@fvrl.bc.ca Westie Army Cadet Training: The cadet program prepares youth ages 12 to 19 to become the leaders of tomorrow through fun yet challenging activities. Wednesday, March 4 6:30 p.m. Hope Legion 344 Fort St. 1789trg@gmail.com Hope Garden Club: The monthly garden club meeting is open to all people interested in gardening. The guest speaker will be Fred Collay speaking on Living Walls. Wednesday, March 4 7 p.m. Canyon Golden Agers 560 Douglas St. 604 869-1322 rs2kimp@gmail.com

THURSDAY Seniors Coffee and Conversation: Drop in to discuss current events or visit with friends

while you have a cup of coffee and a homemade treat. Thursday, March 5 10:30 a.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca Senior Fitness Class at 9 a.m.

Golden Ager’s Hall, Douglas Street Hope.

FRIDAY Tops Meeting: Powerful support group for weight loss and lifelong health. Weigh-in 8:15-9:10 a.m.

Meeting 9:30-10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 27. Anglican Church Hall 681 Fraser St. 604-869-0323 gramelapamela@yahoo.com Friday Afternoon Help: Book a half-hour uninterrupted “Help!� session. Whether you are learning to use your new e-reader, mystified by email or anything in between - the library can help find you an answer! Registration required. Friday, Feb. 27 1:30 p.m. Hope Library 1005A 6th Ave. 604-869-2313 deb.ireland@fvrl.bc.ca

SUNDAY Happy Knit Group: Bring your knitting and share in the conversation about patterns and projects, ideas and yarns. Beginners and all abilities are welcome to join this cozy fireside knitting circle. Sunday, March 1 1:30 p.m.

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The Hope and District Figure Skating Club invites you to see their annual carnival this Saturday, March 7, with shows at 2 and 7 p.m. “Skate a Rainbow” will feature 19 routines by skaters from age 5 to 16. Seen here (left to right) are junior skaters McKenzie Bellows, Brianne Pennell, Caitlin Brown, Olivia Morgan, Taylor Green and Sarah Isbister. Sarah Steberl, far right, trains in Abbotsford and will be a guest skater on the weekend.

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The Hope and District Figure Skating Club will soon be wrapping up its season — but before they do, they want to show you the skills they’ve been working on this year.

This Saturday, March 7, the club is performing in its annual carnival, under the theme “Skate a Rainbow.” This is the thirty-ninth time the club has put on their showcase, so some of the people in the stands may be grandparents who were charter members of the club when they were kids.

Club president, Lindsay Druet said on Monday, “We’re using music about colours, like ‘Blue Suede Shoes,’ ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow,’ ‘Purple People Eater’ and Michael Jackson’s ‘Black or White.’”

Colourful costumes put the pop in the performance… but sewing skills have faded away in many homes over the past few generations.

“Some outfits are bought but others have to be sewn,” explained Druet. “We have two ladies helping out with that: Marie Swain and Liz Brackley. They’ve volunteered for us before.”

Club pro, Michelle Inancsi said on Sunday, “We’ve got thirty-eight skaters from age 5 to 16 and we started practicing the routines in January. We’re doing nineteen routines in all, including the guest skaters.

“It starts out with a group number, with CanSkate kids and the junior academy and junior skaters combined. It’s twenty-nine skaters in all and that takes about two-and-a-half minutes.”

The guest skaters from last year are back again this year.

Sarah Steberl is a Hope resident who started out with the local club but now trains as a gold-level pre-novice in Abbotsford. She also helps Inancsi with coaching junior

skaters on Thursdays.

Aldergrove teen Haleigha Bull is also a pre-novice and she trains with the Connaught club in Richmond. Druet said Bull recently placed ninth out of 47 B.C. skaters in her level.

The Hope club has three junior academy and six junior-level skaters who have skated in competitions this season. Emma Miller and Claire Medlock went to the Jingle Blades event in White Rock in November and Rebecca Druet skated at the Sun God competition in February. Juniors Sarah Isbister, Olivia Morgan, Brianna Pennell, Taylor Green, Caitlin Brown and McKenzie Bellows also skated at those competitions.

“Skate a Rainbow” will have two showings this Saturday, at 2 and 7 p.m. Admission is $10 per person, $15 for two people or $30 for a family of five. There will also be a duck toss at the intermission and a 50/50 draw. Flowers will be available for presentation to the skaters.

Those hoping to take photos of the event are advised that flash photography is not allowed, as it can be a distraction and a safety hazard for performers. The house lights will be turned off during the show, with spotlights being the only light source.

Best results would come from a camera with a “fast” — and long — lens, with the ISO settings above 2000. Basic cameras may have a “sports” mode that could help keep the shutter speeds maximized, to prevent motion blur. Test a few shots during the opening routine and adjust as-needed.

If you have the option of using a “RAW” setting, or RAW+JPEG, consider using it, as it will help you recover blown-out or underexposed photos.

The house lights will come back on as the skaters return for the closing ceremony, giving you a chance to shoot under brighter conditions.

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CONSTRUCTION

Precision Exteriors • Roofing • Siding • Windows • Doors & more

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Contact Jeremy for a FREE ESTIMATE

604-750-8025

“Protecting your inside from the outside”

SPACE FOR RENT

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PLUMBING & HEATING • Gas, Oil & Propane Furnaces • Water Heaters • Class A Gas Fitter

604-869-1111 604-869-6544

25 years in real estate

call today to advertise your business: 604.869.2421

604-869-3449 (home) 604-869-1106 (cell) lornehislop@gmail.com

LLOYD’S UTILITIES

(Personal Real Estate Corporation)

Hey! If this got your attention, then it worked...

Custom Woodworking Solutions Complete Renovations Custom Kitchens & Bathrooms Fully equipped shop

REGISTERED WITH B.C. SAFETY AUTHORITY

ROBPELLEGRINO.COM

Licensed Plumber

BLUE’S PLUMBING

Est. 1990

L. HISLOP CONTRACTING

CANYON CARPETS

BARCLAY FLETCHER CONTRACTING LTD.

CARPENTRY

TREE SERVICE

PHILLIPS TREE SERVICES

SPACE FOR RENT

Hey! If this got your attention, then it worked... call today to advertise your business: 604.869.2421

UPHOLSTERY

R O GE R S

• Removals Upholstery • Toppings Furniture, • Chipping Windows, Fabric • Limbing Free Estimates, Fully Insured, Locally Owned & Operated.

604-702-8247

604.860.0939

rogersupholstery@telus.net

In-home & on-line estimates

Your source for quality local professionals.

ADVERTISING DEADLINE: Fridays at 4:30pm

Call Janice at 604.869.2421 to advertise on the Business Services page.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8

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IN MEMORIAM

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57

In loving memory of

TRAVEL.............................................61-76 CHILDREN ........................................80-98

Stuart

EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198

March 3, 2004

BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387

No length of time, no lapse of years can dim our dear ones past, For loving thoughts still hold him dear, And will while memory lasts.

PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920

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Always in our thoughts, Mom, Dad & Pat

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A family owned enterprise with over 55 years history, seeks a highly motivated person to be part of our successful office team located in Chilliwack, BC. The primary focus of this position is to prepare clear, complete, and accurate product and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches to meet the requirements allowing them to be used as production, catalogue, submittal and/or customer approval drawings. This will require effective communication with sales, distribution, engineering, and production staff.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

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

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03/15H_O5 Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

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June 28, 1946 February 18, 2015

Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com

INFORMATION

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Susan Elizabeth Schiller

Our Company Offers: • Attractive Salary + Benefits • Extended Health Benefits & Wage • Future Personal Growth & Development • On The Job Training • Fun Supportive Atmosphere With Extracurricular Activities

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Susan and Heinz were married for 47 1/2 years - just newlyweds! Her early years were spent in Vancouver where she grew up with her sister, Winkie. Susan met Heinz while working at Super Valu. After high school, she attended UBC to become a teacher.

Susan was passionate about teaching from the very beginning. She received top marks during her teacher practicum in Osoyoos, and went on to teach at Queen Alexandra Elementary in Vancouver for six years, and at Coquihalla Elementary in Hope. Some of her closest lifetime friendships were formed during her university and teaching years.

In 1974, July 22, on their anniversary date, Susan and Heinz bought the Super Valu in Hope which they ran as a Super Valu for 20 years and as a Buy and Save for 19 1/2 years. During the 39 1/2 years of operating the store, Susan and Heinz were very privileged and honored to have such supportive, long-term employees.

Susan had an inner beauty of high intellect, love, fairness, kindness and interest for human and animal life. Her mind was sharp as a razor, and her memory like that of Sherlock Holmes. She had a keen interest in all people and their families. Whenever Heinz disagreed with her, he also always found out that she was 99.9% right. Susan always, always, always had Heinz’s best interests at heart.

It is said that the true wealth of a woman or man is the good he or she does in the world. Heinz is so very proud that his wife, Susan has fulfilled this obligation. He was honored to be Susan’s husband.

Susan was very, very, very much loved by Heinz and Winkie.

Final Thoughts For Susan

Heinz and her loving and supporting friends formed a circle around Susan’s bed while in the hospital. The idea came from the following quote: “Draw a circle not a heart around the one you love because a heart can break but a circle goes on forever” - Author Unknown Susan also enjoyed this poem “I Shall not Live in Vain”

by Emily Dickson If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain.

If I can ease one life the aching, Or cool one pain, Or help one fainting robin Unto his nest again, I shall not live in vain.

Susan was a loving inspiration to all and did not live in vain.

Thank you to all for attending the special service on Friday, Feb. 27, 2015 for my dear, dear, dear wife Susan.

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HELP WANTED

FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR Sakoon Indian Cuisine Ltd located at 272 Wallace Street Hope, BC V0X 1L0 is hiring 1 permanent Food Service Supervisor.

Requirements: Minimum 2 years of related experience and high school education required.

Job Duties: Direct and Co-Ordinate the activities of staff, forecast menu requirements, estimate requirement and order food, equipment and supplies, set up schedule for staff and train new employees, maintain food and equipment inventories, ensure health and safety regulations are followed, supervise dining area and outdoor catering events.

Candidate is willing to work variable shifts and weekends.

Salary: 17.00/hr.

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HOME CARE/SUPPORT

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HOME SUPPORT Needed - a Hope resident lady for home support - M, T, & Th 8 am-11 am, W & F 8 am-12:30 pm. Cooking and cleaning skills, some personal care tasks -but no nursing skills. General help with household tasks.

Wage negotiable.

Call me at 604-860-4554

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EXPERIENCED Commercial Heavy Duty Mechanic req’d for Trucking Co in Maple Ridge. Fax Resume to 604-460-7853 or email to wmader@telus.net

WAREHOUSING & MANUFACTURING

Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman

Westcoast Moulding & Millwork Surrey, a building product supplier has a Full - Time opportunity for an experienced Stair Builder & Parts Craftsman. Must have pervious experience in shaping Rails & Building stair components. Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: • Advancement Opportunities • Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience • Full Benefits Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

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Hope & Area Transition Society

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required.

The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset.

Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.

OUR COMPANY OFFERS: 1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits.

2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group.

3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Apply at: sakoonic@gmail.com

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

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

300

LLOYD’S UTILITIES, gas, oil & propane furnaces, class A gas fitter.

(604)869-1111 or (604)869-6544

GLEN TRAUN LANDSCAPING, Commercial & Residential yard maintenance. Call 604-869-2767

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

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LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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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HELP WANTED

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 221

CARPENTRY

L.HISLOP CONTRACTING, custom woodworking solutions, complete renovations. Call 604-869-3449

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CARPET INSTALLATION

320

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

PRECISION EXTERIORS, roofing, siding, windows, doors and more.

WCB insured. Call (604)750-8025

INTEGRITY MOVERS, moving & delivery services, New to Hope.

Call (604)860-5277

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

BIGG HOME IMPROVEMENT Services, carpentry, plumbing, painting, etc. Call Dave 604-869-7663

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Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

LANDSCAPING

2 coats any colour

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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

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

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NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

CONTRACTORS 338

BARCLAY FLETCHER CONTRACTING, complete home reno’s, additions & more. (604)869-1686

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ELECTRICAL

KENLIN ELECTRIC, residential, rural, commercial, new construction, reno’s. Call (604)860-8605

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

CANYON CARPETS, 549 Wallace St., Hope. For all your floor covering needs! Call 604-869-2727

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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HELP WANTED

PLUMBING

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

DAVE’S PLUMBING, licensed, insured, gas fitter, for all your plumbing needs. Call (604)869-4566

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

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MOVING & STORAGE

VECTOR RENO’S

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

EDUCATION/TUTORING

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LANDSCAPING

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

604-746-6777

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BLUE’S PLUMBING, hot water tanks, gas fitter, water lines, drainage. Licensed. Call (604)750-0159

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Hope & Area Transition Society Stopping the Violence Counselor The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profit organization providing programs and services to individuals and families affected by social issues. The Society is seeking applications for the position of Stopping the Violence Counselor.

This position is considered to a permanent part-time position.

• Family/Youth Key Workers • Family Therapist

Hope/Fraser Canyon Better at Home

• Early Childhood Development & Child Care Resource and Referral Worker

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profit organization providing programs and services to individuals and families affected by social issues. The Society is seeking applications for the positions of Family/Youth Support Workers; Family Therapist; ECD/CCRR Worker.

For a detailed job description of each position visit www. hopetransition.org It is critical that this person be able to demonstrate ethical thinking and make sound judgments and respecting the diversity of our community.

Ability to pass and maintain security clearance, carry a valid driver’s license.

Along with resume send a letter of interest indicating how you meet the qualifications stated above to:

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The Hope and Area Transition Society Executive Director Box 1761 Hope, BC V0X 1L0 gerry@hopetransition.org Closing Date: March 20, 2015 Start Date: ASAP Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

The Hope Care Transit Society, a nonprofit organization, which oversees the Better at Home Program for Hope and surrounding areas requires a part time (20-25 hours a week) Program Coordinator. The Better at Home Program provides Seniors with non-medical home supports to help them live longer in their own homes while remaining socially connected to other people in the community.

The Program Coordinator will oversee this program and report to the United Way of the Lower Mainland and the Hope Care Transit Board of Directors.

Qualifications: • Must enjoy speaking with seniors and understand their needs • A knowledge of, or willingness to learn senior support systems • Computer skills (Word, Power Point, Excel & Access Programs) • Ability to collect and submit data for statistical analysis • Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills • Ability to time manage in an unstructured environment • Criminal record check Submit resumes to: Care Transit Office 425 Wallace Street, Hope, B.C. or email info@caretransit.org Start ASAP / Closing Date: March 16, 2015 Better at Home is funded by the Government of British Columbia 3-15H BAH5

Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have: • Bachelor’s degree in Counseling or related field or combined work and educational experience • Have an understanding of family violence • Knowledge of the Aboriginal culture • Ability to create programs to meet the needs of women experiencing historical and current trauma • Ability to demonstrate assertiveness and leadership qualities, along with both professional and personal boundaries • Excellent verbal and written communication, this includes conflict resolution and mediation • Efficient time, organizational and stress-management skills • Understanding of the diversity within the community of Hope and the Fraser Canyon It is critical that this person be able to demonstrate ethical thinking and make sound judgments and perform in a women-focused manner, respecting the diversity of our community.

Ability to pass and maintain security clearance, carry a valid driver’s license.

Along with resume send a letter of interest indicating how you meet the qualifications stated above to: The Hope and Area Transition Society Executive Director Box 1761 Hope, BC V0X 1L0 gerry@hopetransition.org

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Closing Date: March 20, 2015 Start Date: ASAP Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Thursday, March 5, 2015, Hope Standard A19 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES PRESSURE WASHING

477

POWER WASHING since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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REAL ESTATE

PETS

627

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

Restless Leg Syndrome & Leg Cramps? Fast Relief In One Hour.

Sleep At Night. Proven For Over 32 Years. www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660.

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TREE SERVICES

PHILLIPS TREE SERVICES, Removals, Toppings. Free estimates & Fully Insured. Call 604-702-8247

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UPHOLSTERY

ROGER’S UPHOLSTERY, furniture, windows, fabric, in-home & online estimates. Call 604-860-0939

387

WINDOWS

FRASER CANYON GLASS, for all your glass repairs, windshields domestic & imports. (604)869-9514

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.

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

PETS

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

This week’s puzzle answers!

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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

town centre, newly reno’d, seniors only, pets less than 10 lbs OK, N/S, $750/mo.

Contact: Skagit Motor Inn 655 3rd Ave, Hope BC. WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $97,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $72,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

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HOPE, 3 bdrm townhouse 1 1/2 baths, fenced back yard, F/S, W/D, attached storage area. Rent includes heat. N/P, N/S. Call 604869-9402 or 604-869-1432

SILVER CREEK

APARTMENT/CONDO

CALL GORDON (604)240-3464

HOPE

3 bedroom townhouse, 5 appl., soundproof, radiant heat, blinds, fenced yard, patio, 658 Coquihalla St., sunny side of town, N/S, no pets, D/D & Ref’s req.

Available now.

Call (604)869-6599

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HALLS

752

TOWNHOUSES

HOPE, 2 bdrm, newly reno’d townhome, $800 + utilities, N/S, N/P, ref’s req. Call 1 (604)818-9488 or 250-706-8766 SILVER CREEK, 2 bdrm townhouse, $900/mo, includes heat, light, water, sewer & garbage. No pets please. Avail April 1. Call 1 (604)858-4629 for appointment.

Any project,

TRANSPORTATION

HALL RENTAL for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings or Meetings

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BIG

AUTO SERVICES

or small...

HOPE AUTO BODY, complete collision repair & restoration. www.hopeautobody.ca Call (604)869-5244

Hope Curling Club 1055 6th Ave 604-869-9344 or 604-869-5119

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

HOMES FOR RENT

1 bdrm mobile home in Senior’s Community, furnished or unfurnished.

RENTALS

YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938

in need of caring homes!

All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.

Visit us at:

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MOBILE HOME FOR RENT,

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

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PETS 477

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 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

TRANSPORTATION

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

MISC. FOR SALE

GAS FURNACE, hi-efficiency (95.1). For manufactured homes/modular buildings. Intertherm M7RL single stage.

Brand new can be converted to propane. List price $1400 asking $799 obo. Located in Hope.

Call Paul at 604-837-3232

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

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

SMOOTH MINI Dachshunds. Born January 10. Family raised. Well socialized with kids. 1st shots, dewormed. $850. 778-552-4658

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RENTALS

845

Find all the help you need in the Home Services section

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

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

HOPE, 2 vacant pads for rent in senior’s community. First 3 months free pad rent.

Call Gordon 604-240-3464

Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail Mar 20. $725. 1-604-794-5844

HOPE, Silver Hope Mobile Park.

Cabin, Mobile homes, and R/V pads for monthly rentals, cable included.

Call (604)869-1203 or (604)860-0652

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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Leather, moonroof, 9,759 kms seats. #88-5270 WAS $24,995

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$20,995

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Hard/Soft top, Nav, V6, 79,293 kms. #99-3862 Was $30,995

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$25,995

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UP TO CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 Awarded The Lowest Total Cost of Ownership in its Class by Vincentric ‡

Includes $4,500 Delivery Credit, $2,420 Package Discount, $2,080 Cash Credit, $1,000 Owner Cash.

10,000

MyLink†with Remote Start Class-Exclusive Rear Vision 4G LTE WI-FI® †† Camera Automatic Locking Rear Differential

2015 SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB 4X4 1WT

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ALL 2015s COME WITH CHEVROLET COMPLETE CARE:

LONGEST PICKUP POWERTRAIN WARRANTY IN CANADA, 60,000 KM MORE THAN FORD AND RAM.+

2

YEARS/40,000KM COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGES^

5

YEARS/160,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY ^^

5 CHEVY SILVERADO HD Awarded The “Highest-Ranked Large Heavy-Duty Pickup in Initial Quality in the U.S. ‡‡” by J.D. Power

TOTAL VALUE*

TRUE NORTH EDITION INCLUDES: AND MORE!

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2015 SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB TRUE NORTH EDITION

ON 1500 DOUBLE & CREW CABS

% LEASING FOR UP TO 36

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FINANCING FOR UP TO

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OFFERS END MARCH 31ST

Call Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC at 604-869-9511, or visit us at 945 Water Avenue, Hope. [License #7287] **

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase, lease and finance of a 2015 Silverado 1500 Double Cab 1WT (G80/B30/H2R) equipped as described. Freight ($1,695) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. ‡ Based on Vincentric 2014 Model Level Analysis of full-size pickups in the Canadian retail market. ‡‡ The Chevrolet Silverado HD received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among large heavy-duty pickups in the proprietary J.D. Power U.S. 2014 Initial Quality Study.SM Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014.

Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. * $10,000 is a combined total credit consisting of a $4,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Silverado Light Duty Double Cab, $1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive), a $2420 manufacturer to dealer Option Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty (1500) Double Cab 1LT equipped with a True North Edition and a $2,080 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) on Silverado Light Duty (1500) Double Cab LS Chrome Edition, LT and LTZ, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $2,080 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. † MyLink functionality varies by model. Full functionality requires compatible Bluetooth® and smartphone, and USB connectivity for some devices. †† Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Customers will be able to access OnStar services only if they accept the OnStar User Terms and Privacy Statement (including software terms). OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After the trial period (if applicable), an active OnStar service plan is required.** 0% leasing for 36 months available on 2015 Silverado 1500 Double and Crew Cab 1WT on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice.*** Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles from March 3rd through March 31st 2015. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 48 months on all new or demonstrator 2015 Silverado 1500 Double and Crew Cab 1WT. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $40,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $833.33 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $40,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. <> U.S. government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). + Based on wardsauto.com 2014 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive information available at time of posting. Excludes other GM vehicles. 5-year/160,000 kilometre Powertrain Limited Warranty, whichever comes first. See dealer for details. ~ 2015 Silverado 1500 with available 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission has a fuel-consumption rating of 12.7 L/100 km combined (4x2) and 13.0 L/100 km combined (4x4). Fuel-consumption ratings based on GM testing in accordance with the new 2015 model-year Government of Canada approved test methods. Refer to vehicles.nrcan.gc.ca for details. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Comparison based on wardsauto.com 2014 Large Pickup segment and latest competitive information available. Competitive fuel-consumption ratings based on 2014 Natural Resources Canada’s Fuel Consumption Guide. Excludes other GM vehicles. ^ The 2-Year Scheduled LOF Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada who have purchased, leased or financed a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle (excluding Spark EV) with an ACDelco oil and filter change, in accordance with the Oil Life Monitoring System and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four lube-oil-filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top-offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc., are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

A20 Hope Standard Thursday, March 5, 2015