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Pot barn blaze costs $9,000 Fire reignites debate over medical marijuana grow ops Jennifer Feinberg The Progress

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Chadsey Road fire Monday.

Rob Carnegie, director of corporate services with the City (left), and councillor Sam Waddington speak with residents of Young Road, who are protesting a dike upgrade along their street, at City Hall on Tuesday. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Dike opponents take case to city hall Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The issues swirling around the Young Road dike project were muddied Tuesday as local First Nations members joined Young Road residents to oppose the project — for entirely different reasons.

About 30 people converged on the city hall property waving signs to passersby on Young Road, and asking to be heard by council.

Mayor Sharon Gaetz, who has stepped out of discussions due to potential for conflict of interest, had to put the meeting on hold when her brother Dave Hallett broke the rules for council chambers by ushering in the group holding placards and trying to

address council.

The group went from filing into council chambers, to spilling into the lobby where acting mayor Sam Waddington, and senior city staffer Rob Carnegie tried to field questions and concerns about the plan to raise the dike by one metre.

Loud drumming and singing from local Sto:lo community members disrupted the regular city council meeting and brought four RCMP officers to city hall.

Despite the fact that the Young Road Dike project was approved by council, and road work contract signed and underway, the opposition to the project by a small group has persisted.

The major road work has to begin soon or Chilliwack will lose the two-thirds funding for the

$2.3 million project from their senior government funding partners, the acting mayor underlined.

The residents are concerned about driveway grades and property values, and other concerns, prompting them to ask council to opt for the alternate dike alignment, which was considered and rejected by council: extending the Wing Dike on Cartmell Road, instead of raising the one kilometre stretch of Young Road from Cartmell to Hope River.

Estimates that the alternate alignment would cost up to $65 million make it prohibitive, plus the fact that ongoing erosion eating away at Island 22 puts the efficacy of that alignment in doubt.

Russell Williams Jr., a member of Skwah, said they should be

protected from flooding like anyone else. He admitted he didn’t know much about the jurisdiction issues.

“Since my father’s time, he’d talk about what it means being on the wrong side of the dike, and that’s why I’m hear today to show support for another way.”

Waddington denied allegations that the local First Nations have not been a part of the discussions.

“Staff sat down with band representatives on several occasions, and has also contacted federal agencies to see about funding alternate alignments for the long-term.”

But their best estimate is that those options are years, if not decades away.

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The massive barn fire housing a medical marijuana grow-op in Chilliwack burned for most of the day on Monday.

Fire officials confirmed it was a licensed medicinal pot operation in a former chicken barn on Chadsey Road, and taxpayers are on the hook for the estimated $9,000 in firefighter wages and other costs to put out the blaze.

The 13,000-square-foot building was completely destroyed, and although the bulk of the flames were extinguished by 1 p.m., crews remained on scene until 4:30 p.m. to put out lingering hot spots.

“It’s a big issue for us,” said Mayor Sharon Gaetz.

The safety issues abound, for Chilliwack firefighters, as well as for the surrounding neighbourhood, especially since officials are kept in the dark about medical pot production.

“We have a problem here and we can’t afford to put our head in the sand,” she said.

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District to take closer look at enrolment trends Jessica Peters The Progress The Chilliwack school district will begin a thorough review of north side school capacities, with a full report expected in early 2016.

Superintendent Evelyn Novak said there are numerous reasons

for launching the review, including overcrowding on the south side and the need for a high school French immersion program on the north side.

“The schools on the south side are at full and over-capacity and there is currently no room for movement,” Novak said. “Some of the schools on the north side are

not at full capacity, and we want to understand that so that we can plan for the future.”

The review will include consultation with staff, parents and the community, to “ensure we are providing the best possible learning opportunities for all of our students.”

Parents are also asking for the

French immersion program to be expanded to include a high school option at Chilliwack secondary.

Currently, students enrolled in French immersion must all attend Sardis secondary to continue studying in French through to graduation. It is believed to be one reason for a drop out level from the French program in high-

Habitat loss a buzz kill for wild bees Jeff Nagel Black Press Urgent action is needed to stop the decline of wild bees, and B.C. cities and their residents could pitch in by protecting and planting more bee-friendly flowers.

That’s one of the recommendations of SFU biologists Elizabeth Elle and Julie Wray in a report to Metro Vancouver that outlines the threats to bees.

“The main reason that wild pollinators are declining is loss of habitat,” Elle said in a recent presentation to Metro directors.

“They’re losing their food and they’re losing their nests.”

Bees need nectar-producing flowers and while commercial blueberr y fields are one source, it’s a monoculture crop that blooms for only a few weeks, leaving vast areas devoid of food the rest of the time.

Wild bees aren’t transported from field to field in boxes like imported pollinator honeybees and they require flowers that bloom at various times all year long.

More of that kind of habitat could be created by cities in parks and even by households and busi-

nesses in yards and other urban areas, Elle said.

She noted Metro Vancouver has already been planting diverse wildflowers and other native plants that bloom throughout the year in some regional parks.

Researchers have measured a 25 per cent increase in both the abundance and diversity of pollinators at those sites, she said.

Wild species nest in the ground, in trees or other areas and that habitat is also being lost to urban development or other ecosystem disruption.

Elle noted invasive species are a particular problem.

The Himalayan blackberry, she noted, can cover large areas where other flowers are effectively forced out and no nectar is available for most of the year.

Solitary bees only survive four to six weeks, so that species won’t survive in an area if food isn’t available when they come out.

Much public attention has focused on the threat to bees from farm pesticides, including neonicotinoids – there have been repeated calls to ban the neuro-toxic insecticides that have been found to

The Progress The future is looking greener, now that a new generation of kids are taking charge.

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kill beneficial insects.

Elle said the chemicals are linked to colony decline and even when they don’t kill bees outright they can hurt their ability to survive and thrive.

“Just smelling a fungicide reduces the ability of a bumble bee to find food and to collect it quickly and bring it back home,” she said. “What this means is they’re not provisioning a colony very quickly and the colony is not growing – just by smelling agrochemicals.”

Some municipalities still allow cosmetic pesticide use, she noted, but said most exposure comes from farms.

Exposure to one pesticide can worsen the effects of another one on bees, she added, while imported European honeybees used to pollinate crops can be

a source of diseases that spread to wild species and the managed bees also crowd out wild species.

She pointed to climate change as another source of trouble.

In high alpine areas, she said, wild flowers like the glacier lily are flowering earlier than they used to because the snowpack melts faster.

“Their main pollinator is a type of bumble bee that just isn’t active yet when the plants are blooming,” she said, adding that has limited the reproduction of the lillies, which no longer grow to the same extent.

The bottom line, Elle said, is bees are under pressure on multiple fronts.

“People want to know ‘What’s the one thing we can do?’ But it’s not a simple problem. It’s not just

kids. They sort recyclables others would discard, and they pack litter-free lunches. They compost, conserve water, and educate others about environmental impacts.

And for all those efforts, the students at Sardis and Strathcona elementary schools have been

recognized and awarded the title of BC Green Games Winners.

Strathcona impressed the judges of the province-wide contest with the success of their ‘dead pen’ program. Upon learning that pens, felts and most other writing utensils can be diverted from the

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However, Elle said even reducing one threat is likely to help bees and slow the declines.

More than 100 of the 450 bee species identified in B.C. live in the Lower Mainland but Elle believes many of them could go extinct and some may already be gone.

The local poster child for bee decline is the Western bumble bee.

They used to be commonly seen on blueberry farms in the 1980s but became very scarce about 10 years ago, Elle said.

They haven’t been spotted on a farm in four years.

Metro Vancouver is expected to update its Ecological Health Action Plan this year with additional recommendations on conserving pollinators.

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er grades. The school district is also beginning to track French immersion student movement to learn how to better provide the program.

“All of these considerations require further study, information and analysis, related to capacities and enrolment,” Novak said.

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RCMP are asking for help to find a man who is alleged to have staged two armed robberies in Popkum over the last two weeks.

Just before 10 p.m. on March 25 the suspect carried a weapon into a restaurant in the 53000 block of Bunker Road.

An employee handed over money from the till and the man took off on a bike.

At 6:35 a.m. April 3 another robbery happened in the same block of Bunker Road. This time the suspect got into a struggle with an employee. While he eventually made off with merchandise from the business, the employee was left with a non-life threatening head injury.

Again, the suspect escaped on a bike.

RCMP from Agassiz and Chilliwack, with help from police dogs, conducted a thorough search of the area but didn’t find him.

Witnesses to both robberies described the suspect as an aboriginal male, approximately five-footeight with a medium build.

“As part of the ongoing investigation, police are attempting to determine if the same person is responsible for both of the robberies,” said RCMP Cpl. Mike Rail.

And incident that may or may not be related to the Popkum robberies happened Thursday afternoon in Chilliwack when the Wells Road Grocery was held up.

Minutes after it happened, police received reports of three men in a black BMW who looked like they might be preparing to rob a Chilliwack 7-11. RCMP tailed them quite a ways onto the Cheam reserve where they were arrested at gunpoint.

Anyone with info about any of these incidents is asked to call the Agassiz RCMP at 604-796-2211, the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-492-4611 or Crime Stoppers (anonymously) at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Mt. Slesse earns Pascal honours Jessica Peters The Progress

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Mt. Slesse math students are top of the class once again.

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This is the fourth consecutive win for the school, which places a high degree of importance on math studies. They also won in 2008.

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Gillingham said Mt. Slesse had 28 students take the test this year, each one achieving more than 100 points out of a possible 150.

The top individual score in the school was 130.

The top three students’ scores in any school are combined for a possible total of 450. The top score in Canada was 438, earned by students at the University of Toronto Schools.

In the Fraser Valley, which also included schools in Hope and Abbotsford, G.W. Graham earned a score of 345, placing sixth for the Fraser Valley, and A.D. Rundle middle school earned 340, landing in seventh place.

GREEN from page 3 the Fraser Valley Regional District and the City of Chilliwack are now recycling pens and markers as well.

At Sardis elementary, the wave of environmentalism is catching on throughout the school, too. They have increased awareness about litter-free lunches, with more than 100 students on average bringing their food in reusable containers.

They first audited their own trash production, and have seen a dramatic drop in what’s being tossed into cans. It may seem like a small change, but the average student can create up to 70 kg of garbage a year, in lunches alone. At their last audit, they had reduced waste by 17 kg.

Strathcona was one of 10 winners under the elementary school category, and Sardis was one of two winners of the BC Hydro Energy Prize.

Both schools will receive a $1,000 grant to put toward green initiatives at the schools.

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The suggestion that Prime Minister Stephen Harper has been actively pursuing a hidden right-wing political agenda for Canada has long dogged the Conservatives.

Now the topic will be aired on April 18, at UFV Chilliwack in ‘A Conversation with Donald Gutstein,’ author of the book Harperism.

It’s an event hosted by Seonaigh MacPherson, NDP candidate for the ChilliwackHope federal seat in the upcoming election.

“Gutstein’s work helps

us understand the ideology driving Harper and his Conser vatives,” she said. “We need to hear his research as a cautionary tale for what might transpire if Harper is elected for another term: We may lose many of the services and securities we take for granted in Canada.”

Gutstein has written four books drawing the link between large corporations, politics and the media.

Harperism, his latest book, looks at how corporate-funded think-tanks like the Fraser Institute have shifted public opinion to made it possible

for Harper to win the election. He suggests that much like Thatcher and Reagan did in the UK and USA in the 1980s, Harper is driving Canada to the far right of its social-democratic traditions.

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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Over the years it became a type of nightmare house in downtown Chilliwack, generating more than a dozen nuisance and complaint calls to city hall.

The dilapidated house at 46186 Margaret Avenue is finally set to be demolished.

It was abandoned and only minimally maintained by the property owner, according to city staff reports, left unsightly and insecure, damaged by fire and squatters.

There were overgrown bushes, litter, broken glass, debris and rats in the yard, along with needles and more garbage in the abandoned house.

Council cited section 72 of the Community Charter in its decision Tuesday to take remedial action to require demolition of the “hazardous structure” in

downtown Chilliwack.

The owners will be required to build a six-foot fence around the property, demolish the house, and then clean up the weeds, garbage and debris, within 30 days of the remediation order.

A garage was damaged by fire in February, and city officials counted a total of 16 calls for bylaw enforcement, for unsightly, insecure premises, household garbage, squatters, weeds and more.

Although the property owner did respond when requested to take action on the property, the response was “usually delayed and the required actions taken are at best minimal, and required actions are seldom fully addressed,” according to the staff report.

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Under Section 74 of the Community Charter, Council can declare that the property “is a nuisance and a danger to health and life safety and is so dilapidated and unclean condition as to be offensive to the community,” according to the report.

Since attempts to bring the property into compliance were unsuccessful, city officials opted for the remediation order and demolition.

A ‘No Occupancy’ order was posted on the building on July 17, 2014 after an inspection deemed it unsafe, and there was evidence of squatters living in the boarded-up single story house.

The owners, listed in city documents as Henry and Helena Klop, will be given an opportunity to request additional time to complete the remedial action or for reconsideration of it. jfeinberg@theprogress.com twitter.com/chwkjourno

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Alternate dike alignment too costly, city tells Young Road critics DIKE from Front “The more work we do on each section, the more complete the protection is for the entire diking system,” the acting mayor said.

Jay Mussell, a member of Skwah First Nation who showed up to the demonstration, said she has family members who live directly on the dike who would be adversely affected.

“I was originally just interested in the diking plan itself but now it has come to light that there are alternate

proposals, like extension of the dike along Cartmell Road.”

Asked why she thought the city should undertake what is a federal responsibility, she said she couldn’t answer that, but added “they do have some say.”

Mussell said she believes the estimate of the alternate dike alignment along Cartmell at $65 million, is “a really inflated” number.

Acting Mayor Waddington says the hefty estimate for the alternate alignment of between $50 million and $65 million is due to the fact that

property acquisition alone would be $10 million, and municipalities cannot expropriate First Nations land.

The jurisdictional limitations make it impossible for municipal coffers to pay for flood protection of area First Nations.

“The decision has been made now and it’s a matter of continuing to communicate with residents about how we’re going to go about it,” Waddington said. “The Young Road dike is truly the best option on the table for the current funding that exists.”

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“We have firefighters who do not know what they are walking into,” she said.

One of the pesticides that kills mites and is often used in marijuana cultivation, AVID 0.15EC miticide, is a concern to officials.

“The worrisome part for us with these pesticides is what happens when the water comes in contact with them,” she said.

The substances could leach into the environment via ditches and streams.

“The fact that there is no regulation from Health Canada is not only frustrating, but it creates dangerous situations.”

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“We have strong claims,” he said.

“All we ask is to have a meeting to discuss these issues.”

They will possibly get that chance, but to what end isn’t clear.

“We want to make it clear we have heard their concerns, but we have to make decisions in the best interests of the whole community, and that’s what we’ve done,” Waddington said.

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GROW OPS from Front Since the new law taking medical marijuana production out of residences in favour of commercial licensed growers was put on hold by court injunction, and then upheld last year by the Federal Court of Appeal, the regulatory aspects are in a type of bureaucratic limbo.

It also means the huge and growing medicinal marijuana industry is paying “next to no taxes” when operating and producing crops on agricultural land, the mayor said.

Chilliwack council voted to restrict medical pot growing to industrial sites, but that was under the same legislation that was struck down on appeal.

“Health Canada will not give us any information about which operations are licensed, or what chemicals they are using, or how many plants exactly they are growing,” said Gaetz.

There are still organized crime connections with these grows that “can’t be combatted” because they aren’t privy to the details, she said.

The whole situation can put firefighters at great risk when they step foot onto these properties, said the mayor.

They could suffer electric shock or explosions from chemicals or faulty wiring.

“In this particular barn fire, we understand there was propane,” she said.

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Stuart Leslie was one of the Young Road residents pressing for another chance to meet with city officials to talk about another way.

“The frustrating thing is we come to you with information and it gets presented to your lawyers and your lawyers blow it off. Why? Because they’re lawyers. They do this because it’s a bottomless purse.”

He said the residents were just a “small group” that can’t afford to go up against the city “with bottomless pockets.”

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The diking dilemma It didn’t take long for early settlers in the Fraser Valley to recognize that their location posed certain risks.

The great flood of 1894 confirmed that.

True, the valley provided fertile and well-watered land, but it was also threatened by the unpredictability of the spring freshet – when the melting snows of central B.C. surge toward the Pacific. A map of the flood plain illustrates the danger: All but parts of Sardis, Chilliwack Mountain and Little Mountain are at risk.

Ever since that flood, residents here have sought ways to control the river’s course.

They’ve had some success.

However, the flood of 1948 underlined the vulnerability they still faced.

But the challenge didn’t just come from nature.

It came from the struggle to find consensus between multiple levels of government, competing interests, and jurisdictions.

Even today, confusion exists. The provincial government has divested some of that control to local diking authorities, but it still holds the purse strings and ultimate approval. Then there is federal responsibility for First Nations land, as well as the authority of First Nations governments them-

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selves, which lie far outside municipal control.

These are not just theoretical boundaries. They denote legal and constitutional limitations and fiscal responsibilities.

In fact, the entire Fraser Valley flood plain is a web of jurisdictions – places where the decision of one can have implications for a neighbour downstream.

Still, the urgency remains. A recent acknowledgement of the potential impact of climate change has meant dikes previously believed to be adequate must now be upgraded to meet provincial standards. If a flood similar to the one that occurred in 1894 were to happen today, the damage to Chilliwack would be $1 billion.

That is the impetus behind the work being done on Young Road. It is one piece of a complex puzzle that goes back generations.

If we were to start from scratch, the 50 kilometres of dikes that protect the city might be done differently.

But that argument is academic.

The alignment may not satisfy everyone, however, the system was built on consensus, and that hasn’t changed. ~ Greg Knill, Chilliwack Progress

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Time to get serious about our water resources As another warm week slips by, there are signs all around that we could be on the cusp of a new normal in weather trends.

To the east and north of us, mountain glaciers are rapidly shrinking and substantial ice loss by as much as 70 per cent to 90 per cent will occur by 2100. Those glaciers are the savings banks on which BC Hydro depends to feed reservoirs and on which fish depend for spawning streams.

To the south of us, Californians are furiously trying to come to grips with a worsening four-year drought and they are slashing their water use by 25 per cent.

To the west in the Gulf of Alaska a mass of warmer-thannormal water 1,600 kilometres across and 92 metres deep has been parked for two years and is starting to disrupt ecosystems.

Washington State climatologist Nick Bond calls it “the blob”

since the warm water sits like a blob on top of colder, denser water.

Recently, a report published in the online journal Nature Geoscience documented the rapid retreat of most of British Columbia’s 17,000 glaciers.

Lead author Garry Clark with UBC’s Depar tment of Ear th, Ocean, Margaret and Atmospheric EVANS Sciences wrote that the maximum rate of ice volume loss could occur around 2020 to 2040. That means maximum melting would start peaking just five years from now.

According to Clark, the rate of glacial melt across B.C. is some of the fastest glacial loss on Earth and could be a future contributor

to sea level rise.

BC Hydro’s report Impacts of Climate Change on BC Hydro’s Water Resources also records glacial melt. It notes that there has been a substantial reduction in peak winter snow accumulation over the past 50 years right across the province. Winter snow accumulates naturally in huge basins but on average across the province these snow reservoirs have dropped by about 18 per cent.

Snow pack decline is widespread. In California their snow packs are 94 per cent gone.

According to Roger Pannett, volunteer weather observer for Environment Canada, snowpack in the local mountains this winter was at a stunning record low of just 15 per cent of normal. And we’re getting drier. Precipitation for 2014 was 11.35 per cent below normal.

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“With the Californian high pressure ridge periodically deflecting the jet stream north to the Yukon, precipitation totals (for Januar y 2015) including snowfall were 27 per cent below normal and the third consecutive January with such a drying trend,” he said.

Februar y precipitation was a stunning 36.5 per cent below normal and the 13th consecutive February with lower than normal precipitation. As at March end, total precipitation this year was 21.8 per cent below the 30 year average.

Then there’s the mysterious blob. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), not since records began has the North Pacific Ocean been so warm for so long. This region of exceptionally warm water showed up in 2013 and its temperature has

persisted by as much as three degrees C higher than average.

Warm water leads to lower volumes of nutrients, less oxygen, and changes in acidity, salinity, and biomass. The net result is that local marine species are getting new neighbours. Ocean sunfish, tropical skipjack tuna and thresher sharks are showing up off Alaska’s coastline. Species intolerant of warm water like salmon will take score and start a northward trek which doesn’t bode well for our west coast fisheries and our food stocks.

It’s time for a serious conversation about our water sources and water-borne food stocks. If glaciers and snow packs are in decline and if oceanic conditions spur anomalies that threaten food sources we need some mitigation plans. Pretty quickly.

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Thanks for the support On behalf of everyone in the Chilliwack Chiefs organization – players, coaches, owners, management, staff and volunteers – may I offer our most sincere thanks to the thousands of Chilliwack hockey fans as well as our many sponsors and suppliers who supported the Chiefs this past season.

While we saw a terrific improvement in our on-ice record – from last place to Mainland Division champions in just one season – we also enjoyed the largest average attendance of all

Junior A Clubs, not just in B.C., but all across Canada.

Personally I want to thank those same players, coaches, staff and volunteers for an outstanding performance in making Prospera Centre a great place to be on hockey nights. “Chiefs Hockey – Chilliwack’s Team” is an advertising slogan that is quickly becoming a fact.

Recruiting for next season’s team is already well underway and I have great confidence that head coach Jason Tatarnic and his terrific staff will

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We look forward with excitement to being able to greet our many fans – from season ticket holders to single game buyers – as we continue to build toward our vision of being “The best junior hockey club in North America.”

We also appreciate the excellent coverage of the Chiefs each week in The Progress.

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Mulcair unfit to lead Canada I was shocked to see a letter to the editor proclaiming Mulcair fit to lead our nation.

(Mulcair a viable choice for PM, Chilliwack Progress, April 8.)

Let me disclose my bias at once. Two of our grown children are in

the Air Force and my son-in-law did two tours in Afghanistan and is now headed to Kuwait.

When Canada was in Afghanistan Mulcair objected to Canada’s role – despite that role being NATO led and U.N. sanctioned.

Now we are in the Middle East against ISIS – surely a cause we can all support.

However, Mulcair objects because the action is not NATO led.

This level of hypocrisy for the NDP leader should not pass unno-

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I am no fan of politicians but even if you believe all politicos are bad Mulcair brands himself the worst of a bad lot.

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After breaking his tibia while plateau skiing, he took a bit of time to heal then left for Fort McMurray. “I was there for 2 ½ years and did a bunch of different stuff. I was a bouncer at a bar, I drove trucks, buses, and that sort of stuff,” he smiled.

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Eventually, John ended up in Yellowknife where he worked in a diamond mine for a couple of years. Using his skills as an electrician, he was often called upon to do work that was ‘high security’ in nature and although he found the work to be both challenging and fulfilling, he eventually returned to the coast. “I got a job as an electrician here in Chilliwack and after two years, I decided to head off on my own. I started J.E.S. Electric and at first was working on the construction side of things but ended up specializing in service work. So the work that I do now includes such things as installing heaters, doing preventative maintenance work, working with voice and data communication and that sort of thing,” he said. While John is quite an accomplished electrician, he is handy in many areas as well.

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Chilliwack’s John Shackleton comes from noble stock. His greatgrandfather, Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton was a British explorer who was a principal figure of the period known as the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.

His great-grandfather was a member of the merchant navy and in 1901, joined noted British naval officer and explorer Robert Falcon Scott on a difficult trek to the South Pole that placed the two men, plus one other, closer to the pole than anyone else previously.

Unfortunately, he fell ill and was forced to return home. In 1907, he made another attempt at achieving his goal but again fell short, coming within 97 miles of the pole before brutal conditions forced him to turn back. While his dreams of becoming the first person to set foot on the South Pole were dashed in 1911, when a Norwegian explorer reached the earth’s most southerly point, he didn’t give up.

He set off on another journey which he chronicled in a book entitled South. The book, which was published in 1919, provides a detailed account of one of his miraculous journeys. In late 1921, Sir John set off once again on his fourth and final mission to the South Pole, where he hoped to circumnavigate the Antarctic. This was not to be, for on January 5, 1922 he suffered a heart attack on his ship and died.

Fast forward to 1958; John’s parents decided to set off on an adventure of their own by immigrating to Canada.

“They wanted to leave Britain for a change of pace and it was a chance at greater prosperity. When they first arrived, dad worked for Rothman’s and mom was a stenographer,” he said. In Britain, his father was a Quantity Surveyor where he worked with the construction industry to bring projects to fruition from their inception to post-completion.

“Dad would price out the project, secure the trades and basically make sure that the project was completed on budget, on time and that everyone stayed on task,” he explained.

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Chilliwack Society for Community Living marks three milestones Jenna Hauck The Progress Bruce Hayens just celebrated his 70th birthday.

The guest list, however, didn’t include a typical group of sons, daughters, grandchildren and fellow retired coworkers.

Hayens has a different family.

His family is from Chilliwack Society for Community Living.

Hayens has Down syndrome, and in 1954 at the age of nine, he was one of the first five children to attend CSCL. He is now the last survivor of those original five kids.

His mother, Dorothy, who died a year and a half ago at the age of 97, was one of the founding members of the society. She got together with four other families, all of which had a child with Down syndrome, and

started the Upper Fraser Valley Society for Handicapped Children 61 years ago.

The society has gone through several name changes over the years, but its goal has remained the same: to provide support and services for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Hayens has been with CSCL from day one and continues to religiously take part in its programs and services today. Currently, he’s in the day care program five days a week.

“Whatever happens to him as he ages, (CSCL) has to stay because this is so critically important to him. It’s rare if he ever misses a day. This is like his job,” says executive director Brenda Gillette.

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“Bruce is very funny. He has a very good imagination, a wild sense of humour, and can remember everything,” she says.

He’s into sports, and likes football and hockey the most. He reads the newspaper and TV guide every day, and marks off all the sports he wants to watch in order to plan his day. The Saskatchewan Roughriders is his favourite team.

In the ‘50s, people with Down syndrome were not expected to live past the age of about 30 or 40.

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And for Hayens specifically, Gillette says “it’s about someone who has had a really good quality of life for his entire life, and that didn’t happen before.”

When CSCL first started up, the demand for the society’s services was quite rapid.

“There were a lot of families who came out of the woodwork, and Dorothy said it was quite overwhelming,” says Gillette.

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“It’s not about disability, it’s about seeing each one as an individual person and seeing how we can help them,” she says.

In addition to Hayens’ 70th birthday celebration on March 6, CSCL celebrated another milestone last year with its 60th anniversary, plus Gillette is marking 40 years with the society this year.

She will be retiring at the end of the year, and she admits she’s going to miss seeing CSCL continue to grow and she’s going to miss visiting Hayens on a regular basis.

“The key is that he’s the last of his era,” says Gillette. “He and his family are pioneers in the community. His family wanted him to be part of the community, and he is a part of it. He’s a social butterfly.” photo@theprogress.com twitter.com/PhotoJennalism

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National Volunteer Week is about taking action and encouraging individuals and their respective communities to be at the center of social change – discovering and actively demonstrating their collective power to make a difference.

National Volunteer Week, a program of Points of Light, was established in 1974 and has grown exponentially each year, with thousands of volunteer

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Volunteer – at one of the many organizations in your community.

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Thank them for their service by nominating them for the Presidents Volunteer Service Award.

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Thank you to the many volunteers who help make our schools an even greater place to be and to those who take the time to serve on committees.

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ICBC thanks Chilliwack volunteers for keeping roads safe ICBC relies on a valuable ally in B.C. communities to help reduce crashes, prevent auto crime and educate drivers – volunteers. In recognition of National Volunteer Week (April 12 to 18), ICBC is thanking Chilliwack volunteers for their dedication to helping reduce speeding, distracted driving and auto crime incidents in their community.

“We’re tremendously grateful to every one of our volunteers in Chilliwack for their hard-work and commitment to deliver these important road safety programs,” said Mike Weightman, local ICBC road safety coordinator. “On behalf of everyone at ICBC, thank you. You are truly making our community a safer place to live and undoubtedly inspiring others to do more.”

“Volunteers make an invaluable contribution to the well-being of

our community,” said Chilliwack MLA John Martin. “Vehicle drivers in Chilliwack benefit greatly from the work of these volunteers who commit their time and efforts to driver speed assessment, driver education, and crime prevention.”

ICBC worked with volunteers to introduce the Cell Watch program in 2013 and last year alone, volunteers in Chilliwack spent 110 hours to help reduce distracted driving. Volunteers stand near the roadside with signs to remind drivers to leave their phones alone and conduct road-side surveys to observe drivers and their behaviours.

The information helps ICBC and police better understand the issue at a local level and to develop initiatives to combat distracted driving.

Speed Watch volunteers in Chilliwack spent 1,100 hours in 2014 using radar and speed-reader boards supplied by ICBC to show drivers the speed they’re actually travelling.

Volunteers usually set up at high crash locations and school and playground zones and often

THANK YOU to our 237 volunteers that donated approximately 19,000 hours of their time in 2014

partner with police who will ticket speeding drivers who don’t slow down after seeing their speed on the reader board.

Volunteers in Chilliwack spent 2,200 hours in 2014 delivering the Lock Out Auto Crime program and Stolen Auto Recovery program.

Lock Out Auto Crime volunteers hand out notices that resemble parking tickets onto the windshields of vehicles, many with valuables in sight, offering drivers tips to protect themselves from becoming the victim of auto crime.

These volunteers also operate the Stolen Auto Recovery program in Chilliwack and check vehicles in 2014 to look for signs of theft and help identify stolen vehicles. Volunteers throughout the Lower Mainland also helped recover over 150 stolen vehicles.

To learn more about how you can get involved and help keep your community safe, contact your local road safety coordinator, Mike Weightman, at 604-702-3837.

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Recognize, celebrate and thank the volunteers who strengthen our community and make our country vibrant “ I was a participant before becoming a volunteer and loved getting to know people. CCS covers a wide variety of programs so it continues to be a great fit for me as a volunteer”

It is often during times of extreme devastation when children first see how communities can join together to help one another. Such efforts may be a child’s initial exposure to charity while highlighting the importance of putting another person’s needs before your own.

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But children need not be exposed charity solely during times of tragedy. Teaching children to be charitable is one of the ways to help them become good citizens of the world. By helping others, parents can instill early on lessons of kindness, empathy and compassion into their sons and daughters. Children who are ready and willing to lend a helping hand may grow up to be more appreciative of what they have in their own lives. What’s more, they may learn to be selfless while assigning less value to material things.

Youngsters who repeatedly see their own parents and other role models doing good and lending a helping hand may be more inclined to repeat that behavior, and giving will be the norm for them rather than the exception.

VOLUNTEER WORK Kids of all ages can volunteer. Acclimate youngsters to the idea of volunteering. Youngsters’ efforts need not be elaborate. Toddlers can help collect food for a food pantry while school-aged children can assist elderly neighbors. The entire family can work together at a school, hospital or nursing facility. The earlier children become accustomed to giving back, the more inclined they may be to continue those efforts and make it a central part of their lives.

CLEAN OUT THE CLOSET Donating items also can teach kids valuable lessons, including helping them recognize how fortunate they are and how they are in a position to help those who are not so lucky. Parents and children can work together so it doesn’t seem like the little ones are the only ones giving away their belongings. Adults also should sort through their items and have an equally impressive pile of donations.

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Over 15,000 people across BC and the Yukon volunteer for the Canadian Cancer Society. It’s National Volunteer Week and we’d like to thank all of our volunteers for the great work they do. Thanks to you we can invest in life-saving research and prevention programs and support people living with cancer.

Another fun way children can get involved is by hosting a bake sale or craft sale. The proceeds of all items sold can be used to benefit a charity chosen by the kids. Let youngsters set the course for the creative extravaganza.

CLEAN UP Families can work together to clean up a stretch of beach or a local park or even make improvements to a neighborhood playground. Ideas include painting murals, installing benches and cleaning up litter. Just be sure to get permission from the property owner or appropriate civic authorities so that your project is not interrupted or deemed illegal.

EDUCATE OTHERS Children old enough to understand the plight of others can help to spread knowledge and awareness about particular issues. Ask a teacher if children can speak in front of the class about their charitable efforts and what others can do to make real changes.

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Time to get that garden growing of antioxidants top their list.

The weak economy has also nudged many folks to grow some of their own foods as a cost saving measure.

Growing a food garden provides a significant saving, especially if some of the produce is frozen or preserved.

Many young people today are quite the ‘foodies’. They embrace the Food Channel, love Asian, Spanish and other cultural cuisines and want to grow some of these foods themselves. These folks are also very concerned about the environment and strongly support locally grown foods that are organically grown and free of harmful pesticide residues. They also embrace heirloom varieties and are very much about flavour and nutrition.

There are, however, challenges such as high density living with little or no space for gardens in sunny locations and the enormous lack of knowledge about how to grow plants. Our urbanized Canadian society is now two generations removed from the rural land, and food growing skills are rare.

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Progress is being made on all these fronts.

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These blends are easy to grow in a container, look fabulous and taste divine.

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varieties that produce early and with a beautiful display of hot peppers that can be harvested over a long period of time. Part of the new focus for bell peppers is for smaller and ‘stuffable’ varieties, like ‘Cute Stuff Gold’ and ‘Cute Stuff Red’.

Tomatoes round out the big three vegetables with several innovations. The first is easy-togrow varieties like ‘Tumbler’, ‘Tumbling Tom’, ‘Tumbling Tiger’ and ‘Sweet ‘n’ Neat’ that produce early and over a long period of time in containers or hanging baskets, and they have pretty good flavour too. Secondly, there are lots of innovations to fit special culinary uses with varieties like ‘Fresh Salsa’ and ‘Baby Red Roma’. Colour is very important as well and varieties like ‘Sun Gold’, ‘Sunset Falls’ and ‘Sun Sugar’ will spice up any salad.

The folks at Burpee have collected the ‘healthy’ vegetables into a series called ‘Boost’. For example, ‘Gold Standard’ cucumbers contain 500 per cent more beta-carotene than any other variety. ‘Healing Hands Salad Mix’ has 20 per cent more lutein, 30 per cent more beta-carotene, 30 per cent more carotenoids, and 70 per cent more anthocyanins – now that’s just plain healthy! ‘Power Pop’ tomatoes contain 55 per cent more lycopene and 40 per cent more carotenoids. What a great way to enjoy the healthy benefits of growing your own food.

Choosing the best plants is just 50 per cent of the job. Using the best soils, nutrients and organic pest control products are the other half of the success story. It’s the beginning of a brand new growing season, so make plans to enjoy your own homegrown fresh foods this year.

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Enjoy your holidays, and stay healthy too well because you want to fuel your body with life giving, nourishing foods. Take care of yourself because you are worth it.

2. Devote 30 minutes a day to exercise at least five days a week.

Thirty minutes is just over 3 per cent Tanja of the 16 SHAW waking hours of your day. It’s a small part of your day, but the return on your investment is big. Go for a brisk walk or run to explore the local streets (if safe), or do an equipment-free workout at the beach or in your hotel room.

Simple body weight exercises include push-ups, squats, planks, lunges, and hip bridges. If you’re up for a more intense workout, include plyometric exercises such as squat jumps and burpees. At the end of this article I have included an equipment-free workout that I did one morning in Kauai.

Commit to a workout plan before you leave so you can avoid making the ‘should I workout, or should I skip it?’ when on vacation. Remember that you workout because

As I write this article, I am enjoying a cup of coffee on the patio of my home for the last 10 days: a vacation condo in Kauai, overlooking the ocean. Like most people, I love going away on vacations.

Whether it’s relaxing at a beach, visiting relatives, backpacking across a foreign country, or camping in the interior, vacations are a welcomed break from regular routine. You may be wondering, however, whether a break will derail your diet plan or undo all your hard work at the gym. With a bit of planning, you don’t have to choose between staying slim and enjoying your holidays; you can have it all. Follow these five simple rules to enjoy your vacation and stay in great shape.

1. Remember your ‘WHY’.

Before I get into the details about keeping fit on vacation, remind yourself WHY you want to keep in shape. Do your exercises each day because you want to take good care of yourself, and you want to be energized for the rest of the day. Eat

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Food is a part of experiencing the culture of your vacation destination; don’t waste your calories by mindlessly snacking on a bag of Cheezies.

Experience the cuisine of the area by shopping at fresh markets, trying the local produce and tasting the area’s ‘specialties’ when dining out. Vacationing doesn’t mean you should eat more than usual- feeling full and bloated is not a fun way to spend your holiday. Instead, listen to your hunger cues and be mindful of what you eat. Slow down at mealtime, and enjoy the local delicacies with gusto.

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If alcohol is a part of your vacation enjoyment, choose wisely.

Fruity tropical drinks such as Mai Tais and Margaritas can add 300-600 calories to your daily intake; and that’s if you limit yourself to one drink! Beer, wine or liquor with a low calorie mixer (such as vodka and soda water) are your slimmest options at 70-150 calories a drink.

5. Play like a child.

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Going on vacation? Don’t leave your fitness at home FITNESS from page 24 Children are naturals at playing and exploring — they rarely stop moving. Learn from the young folk to keep active during the day.

The opportunities to ‘play’ on vacation are endless. You may play a round of golf, go snorkeling, or book a mountain bike tour.

Simply swimming in the pool, walking to explore your new surroundings, or playing a game of Frisbee on the grass are fun ways to stay active.

By sticking to your workouts, and being mindful of what you eat, you can stay fit and slim while truly enjoying your vacation.

timer for 40 seconds on, 10 seconds rest. I did each mini circuit 3 times.

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1. Lunge Jumps: Get into lunge position.

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2. In & Outs: As above but with no push ups.

3. Bicycle crunches: the old fashioned abburner.

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3. Mountain climbers: In push up position, bring one knee toward chest. Jump and switch feet. Think ‘floor sprints’.

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hands and feet to the right 3-4 steps, then travel to the left 3-4 steps. Repeat.

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Chiefs coach looks back then looks ahead seven.�

This time last year, Tatarnic hadn’t even been hired by the If you’re Chilliwack Chiefs.

Chiefs bench boss On short notice Jason Tatarnic, what do he completed a rapid you put more stock in? rebuild that took Your 37-17-1-3 regu- Chilliwack from the lar season record and BCHL cellar to the cusp playoff demolitions of of the finals.

Coquitlam and Prince He’ll need to do simiGeorge? lar this year, with only a Or your last three handful of players set to games, which firmly return. established the Chiefs Right away, his as the third best team in team loses graduatthe BCHL? ing 20 year olds Luke “Part of our prob- McColgan, Jake Larson, lem in the third round Brandon Tkachuk, was the long layoff and Jake Hand and David some of injuries we had, Jacobson. Craig Puffer, and we weren’t battle Tipper Higgins, Scott ready when it started,� Davidson and captain Tatarnic said. “In prac- Eric Roberts are also tices, we had so many leaving for the NCAA guys banged up ranks. that we couldn’t V i n c e n t do battle drills.�

Desharnais, “ T h a t Mason Boh and first game in Rory Bell may Nanaimo (a pursue scholas7-3 loss), we tic options. struggled and Brandon you could tell Potomak must we were rusty,� weigh health he continued. c o n c e r n s Jordan “But the home against a posgame against KAWAGUCHI sible return to Penticton, I either the Chiefs thought we or the Western were the better team. Hockey League.

We out-played them “He’s had quite a and deserved a better few injuries, including fate. It just didn’t go our concussions, and if he way.� was my child I’d be havThe Chiefs lost 5-2 in ing a discussion about Penticton in the game health moving forthat ultimately sealed ward,� Tatarnic noted. their fate, but for 45 of “He might be a kid who the 60 minutes Tatarnic decides to go to school again thought they and get on with life. So were the better team. he’s got that decision “Give them credit to make and we don’t for capitalizing on know what that is yet.� their chances when we Young gun Ryan didn’t,� he said “But if Bowen, a bantam draft I’m going to analyze pick of the WHL’s it, I would have loved Moose Jaw Warriors, to play either one of may or may not be those teams in a best of major junior bound.

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And there’s still at least one rather large shoe to drop in the trade deadline deal that brought Davidson to Chilliwack, with a roster player almost certainly heading to Trail.

As he sits at his desk Wednesday morning, the only players Tatarnic can count on returning to Chilliwack are Jordan Kawaguchi, Dennis Cholowski, Mark Esposito, Bennett

Morrison, Olivier Arseneau and Aidan Pelino. “Vinnie (Desharnais) is waiting on a school decision, but if he’s back, then we’ve potentially got five very good D-men returning,� the coach said. “Up front we have Kawaguchi.

Ryan Roseboom and Jesse Lansdell will be here. We’ve got a commitment from Kohen Olischefski and maybe

we get Bowen back, depending on the WHL.�

That’s a sparse list, but Tatarnic seems unconcerned. Last offseason saw just five Chiefs return from 2013-14, so he’s used to building from scratch. “First we have to analyze what’s at our spring camp, and we’ve had some discussions with our recruiting,�

Tatarnic said. “So we

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my teams in the past would have pointed out that this one didn’t have quite as much in terms of physicality, playing hard and finishing checks.�

The Chiefs spring camp runs April 17-19 at Prospera Centre, open to players born between 1996-99 (2000s by invite only). Register at chilliwackchiefs.net or email jb@chilliwackchiefs.net more info.

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like where we’re at and I’m not nervous. I’m excited.�

One thing Tatarnic expects is to build his team a little differently.

While he’ll still aim to play high-tempo hockey, he’ll also look to add more aggressiveness. “You’ll see more players, like Lansdell and Roseboom, who have a little more edge to them,� he explained. “People who’d seen

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Pro scouts watching Desharnais

Whether or not Vincent Desharnais is back with the Chilliwack Chiefs in 2015-16 could depend on whether he’s selected in the National Hockey League draft.

The big blueliner is one of five BCHL skaters making the Central Scouting Bureau final

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At six-foot-six and 207 some scouts’ eyebrows pounds, the Quebec kid is his playoff production, which jumped dramatically.

Desharnais exploded for one goal and eight points in 12 postseason games.

The top-ranked BCHLer on the CSB list is Langley Rivermen forward Marcus Vela.

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The Texas native was fourth among BCHL goal scorers in the regular season, lighting the lamp 37 times.

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The Kelowna native had a helping hand in many Aldworth tallies, earning 22 goals, 37 assists and 59 points in 45 regular season games.

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President up for election at minor hockey AGM Tonight (Friday) is the deadline to make nominations for the 2015 Chilliwack Minor Hockey executive.

Eleven of 15 positions are open heading into the May 13 Annual General Meeting.

The AGM will start at 7:30 p.m. in the Fraser Room at the Twin Rinks arena.

Positions with twoyear terms include president, first vice president, treasurer, director at large for the rep program and two

Open paddle

The Cultus Lakebased Sudden Impact Dragon Boat Club is holding an open paddle Saturday morning at 11 a.m.

Anyone who is interested should meet at the Sunnyside boat launch.

The club is recruiting paddlers for four teams, with Sudden Impact Black its most competitive crew.

The co-ed group practices three times a week, training year round.

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SI Blue is a co-ed recreational team that is still very competitive.

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Mascot Leo the Lion reacts as Cody Husband of the BC Lions reads Pete the Cat to a group of Grade 3 students at Vedder elementary on Wednesday. The school won second place in Chilliwack as part of the BC Lionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Read, Write & Roar literacy program. The prize was a visit to the school by a Lions player and Leo the mascot, along with book readings and a brief Q&A. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Chilliwack Spartan swimmer Carson Olafson has been selected to compete at the prestigious FINA World Junior Championships in Singapore.

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Olafson punched his ticket at the Canadian Trials, held last week in Toronto, with the Chilliwackian posting the 20th best time among all Canadians in the 100 metre freestyle.

He placed 13th in the 200m butterfly, 20th in the 400m freestyle, 21st in the 100m fly and 22nd in the 200m freestyle.

He was joined into Toronto by two Spartan teammates.

Jessie Gibson finished eighth in the womensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 200m butterfly. She was 22nd in the 100m butterfly and 30th in the 200m freestyle.

Gibson has been selected to represent BC in the Western Canadian Games, taking place this summer in Fort McMurray, AB. Colton Peterson finished 15th in the 200m individual medley, 16th in the 50m breaststroke and 31st in the 50m butterfly (when compared to other Canadian swimmers).

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Only those of interest will be contacted.

FULL DAY KINDERGARTEN.

.Kerrisdale Antiques Fair. April 18 & 19th. 10am-5pm. Kerrisdale Arena 5670 East Blvd. Vanc. Adm $7.

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Viewpoint Doors

is now accepting registration for the 2015 School Year

3 & 4 YEAR OLD PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

HELP WANTED

Requires full time individual to work in production.

The Salvation Army

FV Antique Tractor & Lawnmower Pullers

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

604-819-2644

St.Thomas Church Hall

MARINE .......................................903-920

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Tues & Thurs Nights

REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696

PERSONALS

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

New West 604.522.4900 MECHANIC WANTED Small engine, outboard. Experience required, full time, excellent Wage benefits. ShopRite Marine and Outdoor. est.1956. Port McNeill, BC. Resume to crosback@telus.net

The Abbotsford School District invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions:

Casual Custodians Elementary Counsellors Teacher – Dance For posting details visit http://hr.sd34.bc.ca/careers

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OBITUARIES

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Ewart (Smith) Lois

Bax Peter, John

Mr. Peter John Bax passed away on Saturday, March 28th 2015 at 6:07 pm at the Cascade Lodge in Chilliwack. He was born in Holland on November 24th, 1925.

Peter is survived by his wife Jackie Bax; children, Carol (Gord) Zenert, Susan (Rod) Healey, Debbie (Bernie) Zawislak, Frankie (Frank) Gaulin, Linda (Ken) Charles, Alan (Joy) Bax and Kathy (Terry) Weatherup. He is also survived by one brother, John (Betty) Bax, 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Marie Bax, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

Funeral services will be held on April 16th, 2015 in the Chapel of Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave. Chilliwack.

For online condolences please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home (604) 792-1344

Byrne Sophie

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sophie Byrne on March 22, 2015 at Chilliwack Hospital at the age of 94. She is survived by sister Catherine Bescott and several nieces and nephews, predeceased by husband Thomas (Sept. 4, 2000), brothers Mike and John Gushta and sisters Anne Flebbe, Helen Dambrau and Carol Schierholz. Sophie was born in Stry, Alberta and was raised in Vilna, AB. She worked for the Chilliwack School District for 30 years. A Memorial Tea will be held at the Lynwood Retirement Residence at a later date.

Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca.

Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5. 604-793-4555

Lois (Smith) Ewart - passed away on Wednesday April 1, 2015 at Chilliwack General Hospital at age 87. She was born Nov. 21, 1927.

Lois is survived by her 3 children, Doug Ewart, Jill Ewart, & Joan (Gordon) Noel; 3 grandchildren, Justine Ewart/Armstrong (Chris), Jared Ewart (Melanie), Devin Noel (Mandy) and 4 great grandchildren, Georgia Armstrong, Jack Armstrong, Brooke Ewart, Lilliya Noel.

She was predeceased by her son James William Ewart in 1952, her husband John (Jack) Ewart in 2002, and her grandson Dylan Noel in 2009.

Lois was born in Vancouver to Herb and Hilda Smith. She worked for a short time at Tait’s Jewellers then married in 1948. Her husband, Jack, worked for Finning Tractor and was transferred around the province.

They lived in Prince Rupert, Prince George, Terrace and finally settled in Chilliwack in 1971. While Lois raised her children, she was also active in the school’s PTA, local bowling and curling clubs and, of course, bingo. Lois was also known for her amazing culinary skills.

She will be dearly missed by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. One of the last things she said before she passed was to mention Dr. Ken Hirst who had been her doctor for over 35 years. She said he was “one of a kind” and to thank him for taking such good care of her.

Thank you Dr. Hirst.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Kidney Foundation. A memorial service will be held on April 25 at 1:00 in the Chilliwack Senior Veterans Centre, 9233 Main St. Chilliwack.

For online condolences please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home (604) 7921344

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Hay, Janet, Marie

Janet Marie Hay passed away on April 2, 2015 at the age of 70 with her husband, Vern and best friend Barbara Amundson at her bedside. She was a proud member of the Red Hat Society. Janet is predeceased by her mother and father, Bill and Milly Stein, her sister Dorothy and brother Clifford.

She is survived by her husband Vern Hay and his daughter Bonnie Hay, brother and sisters Donna, Bill, Angie and Marg, plus many nieces and nephews.

Private family arrangements.

Memorial donations may be made in Janet’s name to the Cancer Society or to the Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawnmtcheam.ca Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5, 604-793-4555

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Kennedy Martin Lawrence

Martin Lawrence Kennedy of Chilliwack, B.C. an avid fisherman, died suddenly April 5, 2015 at the age of 61. He was born in Little Lorraine N.S. to Alex and Sara. He is survived by his wife Elsie of 40 years, Rambo, Ann (John) Claire, Brian (Susan), Kevin, Kenneth (Vernice Townsend), Michael (Sharon) and John; brothersin-law Roy (Audrey), Johnnie (Cyndi), Danny (Tina); sisterin-laws Phyllis (Richie) Drinkwater, Juanita (Jeff) MacKeigan and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Alex and Sara (MacNeil), Mary (Winston) Slade and Regina Lahey; in-laws Tom and Myra (Crews) Kennedy, Mike, Faye and Tommy; many nieces and nephews.

He often took on unwanted and difficult projects around the house (in which he should have had shares in The Home Depot), loved traveling and a passionate Wayne Gretzky collector. He will be greatly missed by his fishing buddies, especially those who loved when the garage door opened.

A celebration of his life will be held at Mount Cheam Lions Club, 45580 Spadina Avenue on Saturday, April 11 at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Cancer Society.

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Patterson, Kenneth Albert

SOMMERFELD

Ken Patterson passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 3rd , 2015 at Chilliwack General Hospital. Kenny was born on Oct. 15, 1953 in Danville, Quebec, where he grew up with six siblings. He was a kind, gentle man who loved to get together with his family and friends. His grandchildren were the joy of his life. He is survived by his wife, Joyce, his children, Alisha (Cory), and Calvin (Trieneke) and eight grandchildren, Amber, Anakin, Atreyu, Ayana, Ash, Bailey, Aslan, and Cecilia.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 17 at 2:00 p.m. at Eden Mennonite Church, 46551 Chilliwack Central Rd.

Gerald Passed away peacefully on April 3rd, 2015 at the age of 84 in Burnaby, BC. Left to cherish his memory are his children Tim, Kelly (Darin) Bullivant, Chandra (Damon) Asbill, and Mickeya, his 8 grandchildren, and his sisters Meta, Melita, and Edith and other relatives and friends.

Memorial service will be held at Chilliwack Alliance Church, 8700 Young Road on Tuesday, April 14th at 1:00 pm.

Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

Lois (Smith) Ewart - passed away on Wednesday April 1, 2015 at Chilliwack General Hospital at age 87. She was born Nov. 21, 1927.

Lois is survived by her 3 children, Doug Ewart, Jill Ewart, & Joan (Gordon) Noel; 3 grandchildren, Justine Ewart/Armstrong (Chris), Jared Ewart (Melanie), Devin Noel (Mandy) and 4 great grandchildren, Georgia Armstrong, Jack Armstrong, Brooke Ewart, Lilliya Noel.

She was predeceased by her son James William Ewart in 1952, her husband John (Jack) Ewart in 2002, and her grandson Dylan Noel in 2009.

Lois was born in Vancouver to Herb and Hilda Smith. She worked for a short time at Tait's Jewellers then married in 1948. Her husband, Jack, worked for Finning Tractor and was transferred around the province.

They lived in Prince Rupert, Prince George, Terrace and finally settled in Chilliwack in 1971. While Lois raised her children, she was also active in the school's PTA, local bowling and curling clubs and, of course, bingo. Lois was also known for her amazing culinary skills.

She will be dearly missed by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. One of the last things she said before she passed was to mention Dr. Ken Hirst who had been her doctor for over 35 years. She said he was "one of a kind" and to thank him for taking such good care of her. Thank you Dr. Hirst.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Kidney Foundation.

A memorial service will be held on April 25 at 1:00 in the Chilliwack Senior Veterans Centre, 9233 Main St. Chilliwack.

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For online condolences please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home (604) 792-1344

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SCHEER Lena Emily 1924 ~ 2015 Lena Scheer went to be with Jesus, her Lord and Saviour, on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015. She is lovingly remembered by her husband Albert (married 64 years), her sons Dennis (Glenda), Ken (Julie), Ray (Anne), her seven grandchildren, her 12 great grandchildren, and her four sisters Marion, Elsie, Betty and Vera.

She is predeceased by her daughter Sharon, her sisters Margaret and Irma, and her brother George. Mom spent her last eleven months living at the Menno Hospital where she was regularly visited by many family members and friends. We as a family are so very grateful and thankful to all the wonderful staff who helped care for and love our mother.

A very special Thank You to mom’s roommate Anita and her husband Rudy Kasdorf who became like family to us.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 am Thursday April 16, 2015 at the Yarrow Mennonite Brethren Church. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Teen Challenge.

Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885

McLean’s 604-847-3477

Ewart (Smith) Lois

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BAX

Peter John Mr. Peter John Bax passed away on Saturday, March 28th 2015 at 6:07 pm at the Cascade Lodge in Chilliwack with his family by his side. He was born to Peter and Marie Bax on November 24th, 1925 in Holland, the 6th of 8 children.

The family immigrated to Canada in 1926 and took up homesteading on a farm in Manor, Saskatchewan, prior to moving to their farm in Carlyle, Saskatchewan.

From a very early age Peter learned to work hard, planting crops and caring for the livestock. It was here that Peter met Jackie, who would be his life - long partner and the love of his life. They married on September 22, 1951 and shared 63 years together.

The first 3 of their children were born in Saskatchewan. They left farming behind in April of 1957 and settled at Cultus Lake, BC. Their next 4 children were born in Chilliwack, BC. Peter began his long career at Canadian Forces Base Chilliwack in 1957, first as a dish washer and quickly working his way up to Baker, Butcher and Chef. He cooked many meals for military dignitaries and had the honour to prepare a Mess Dinner for Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. He retired after 30 years of distinguished service. Peter also was a self taught cake decorator going on to make beautiful wedding and birthday cakes.

Once Peter retired he embraced his love of nature and fishing, taking many camping trips with mom to Lake Le Jeune. His love of gardening and flowers was noticed and commented on by many. His lawn was always meticulous.

Dad loved rocks, his collection was extensive and he could tell you where he found each one and why he chose to bring it home.

In 2006, Peter was diagnosed with Alzheimers’ and in 2011 he was chosen as the Honouree for the Fraser Valley Walk for Memories. Mom lovingly cared for Dad at home until a month before his passing.

Peter will be missed dearly by his devoted wife, Jackie; children, Carolyn (Gord) Zenert, Susie (Rod) Healey, Debbie (Bernie) Zawislak, Frankie (Frank) Gaulin, Linda (Ken) Charles, Alan (Joy) Bax and Kathy (Terry) Weatherup., 13 beloved grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. He is also survived by his youngest brother, Johnny (Betty) Bax. He was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Marie Bax, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 16th, 2015 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave. Chilliwack. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations to be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC or to the Canadian Diabetes Society.

The family extends their deepest thanks to all the staff at Cascade Lodge. http://www.chilliwackfuneralservices.ca/

The Chilliwack Progress Friday, April 10, 2015 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 131

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER Needed to provide care for young adults and youth with mental health issues and challenging behaviors. If you are an individual who has a positive attitude, an ability to be creative, and want to work in a diverse environment, this is the job for you. Interested parties please fax or email resume to: 604-557-7894

caputz7@hotmail.com

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

CARETAKER needed for a 15 unit motel in Delta. Free accommodation plus income included in the package. This position is ideal for retired couple looking to keep busy while enjoying some income. For more information Call (604) 9432632.

COOK AND SERVER required P/T leading to F/T. 7 days/wk. Must be available anytime. Apply with resume to 42239 Yarrow Central.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

LABOURERS

604-746-6777

A local construction company is looking for a general labourer / carpenter to join our team. You must have a reliable source of transportation and a strong work ethic. Experience in construction and landscaping is required.

Please send your resume Attention: Site Superintendent admin@cultuscountry.com or by fax to: 604-824-4940

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Protea House 45845 Thomas Rd Sardis.

Small resident based facility, all the comforts of home living in a family environment. 604-799-3496

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

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

• PRUNING • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS Plus • MOSS CONTROL Plus Quality & Plus Plus Plus

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(since 1988)

HELP WANTED

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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

Cuts

dan knoke

Concrete landscape edging/border bricks grey color, length 12”, width 3”. FREE. 604-824-1773

Personal Tax Prep & EFile.

Pick up and delivery available.

CALL JOHN AT 604-792-7635

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Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip.

Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

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

604 - 720 - 2009

Avalon Garden Service. SPRING CLEAN-UP. Pruning & trimming, bark mulch & soil installation, garden design & plant selection. Getting your garden back into shape.

(604)819-3900

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283A

#3-7355 VEDDER ROAD

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

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

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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HANDYPERSONS

Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

VECTOR RENO’S

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

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

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HELP WANTED

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POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706

Located in Chilliwack For complete details visit our website: www.stolonation.bc.ca click on Jobs link on the Homepage

904-05 Airport, Hilton, Piper

Mail resume and cover letter to: #7-7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC, V2R 4G5 E-mail to: jobs@stolonation.bc.ca OR Fax to 604-824-5342

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SARDIS

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921-08 Centennial, Davis, Greenwood, Griffin

TRADES, TECHNICAL

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POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

TRADES, TECHNICAL

356

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Machinist/ Machine Fitter Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The business has been in operation since 1955 and is located in the Port Kells area of Surrey.

ROSEDALE

604-702-5558

45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack

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604-858-4513 604-997-2007

CONC CCO ONCCR CRE REETE TE

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Leaky Basement?

Repairs are possible from the inside using urethane injection.

20 Years Experience Free Estimates Call Don

Ron, 604.823.6191 or 604.819.0150

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AUTO A UTTTO U OR REPA REP REPAIR EP PA AIR

BOOK TODAY! Spring Clean-up Lawncare Packages Aerating & Thatching

604.791.YARD (9273)

HO OM ME REP PA AIR RS S

AlHandyman most EverytServiceshing • Home Repairs • Yard & House Cleanup • Painting/Carpentry • Pressure Washing • Junk Removal • Decking • Gutters

604-792-3018 JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

FULLY INSURED. OWNER/OPERATOR

WE DO IT ALL! Making your backyard wishes come true!

Contact Rick or Betty Today

To apply submit resume by Email to dsmith@iem.ca or fax to 604-513-9905

• Sewer & Water Hookups • Drainage Repair • Hydro Seeding • Mountainside Landscaping • Rock/Retaining Walls

604-798-1187

LICENSED IN BUSINESS OVER 10 YEARS

The successful candidate will have considerable experience assembling machinery, bearing assemblies, and shrink fitting.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd.

• All Home Improvements & Additions • Fences, Decks, Bathrooms & Basements • New Construction • Shop & Barns

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL 604.845.LAWN

PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982.

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

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CHILLIWACK 902-24 Bell, Crosby, McDonald, Teton

LES THE FRIENDLY PLUMBER. Specializing in bathroom renovations, including ceramic wall and floor tile. In with the new, out with the old. Call 604-858-8842.

Health Services Department

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PLUMBING

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423

For the

Plus

604.845.LAWN (5296) (5296)

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

PART-TIME ACTIVITY WORKER

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED! Boundaries

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Requires the services of a QUALIFIED

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWSPAPER CARRIERS

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

We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes.

778.344.1069

HELP WANTED

Stó:lō Nation

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING

Plus Plus & up

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Jones the Handyman. All home repairs, pressure washing, senior discount, licensed. (604)819-0161

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Quality &&! + Quality • PRUNING 5 & up Aeration $4PROGRAMS + • FERTILIZER • PRUNING • MOSS CONTROL • PRUNING • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS • MOSS CONTROL • PRUNING • MOSS CONTROL • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS • MOSS CONTROL RESIDENTIAL • PRUNING • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS & COMMERCIAL • MOSS CONTROL

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

GARDENING

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

PLEASE DROP OFF RESUME WITH COVER LETTER TO SARDIS HEALTH FOODS

MOVING & STORAGE

MIRACLE MOVING

ELECTRICAL

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HHOME OME ME IMPRO IIMPROVEMENT MPRROOOVVEMENT

Quality Plus & Quality && Quality Quality & Experience Plus Quality & HOME IMPROVEMENTS 00& $ Lawn Quality

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

INCOME TAX

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

Route

LANDSCAPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Paisley Tax Service

Sardis Health Foods is looking for a retail sales associate who is comfortable working in a small group setting. The potential candidate will possess 1-3 years of experience in a retail or customer facing sales environment. Have a friendly, approachable personality with the ability to assess customer’s needs in a friendly, professional, manner. Ability to multi-task in a busy environment and have a sincere interest to grow personal knowledge of our products. Supplement and cosmetic knowledge an asset but willing to train right potential candidate.

Plus

Quality &

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RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

ATTN: DAWN

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

130

HOME REPAIRS

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

www.proteahouse.com

PERSONAL SERVICES 171

288

Assisted Living Ctr

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

GENERAL LABOURER / CARPENTER

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME CARE

185

MIND BODY SPIRIT

CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...

SERVER needed at Capital Restaurant. Apply with resume to 45766 Kipp Ave, Chilliwack. Ask for Ken

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PERSONAL SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES

General repair and maintenance to alternate fuels, major repairs and rebuilding.

604-793-9310 44344 Yale Rd., Chilliwack GOVERNMENT INSPECTION FACILITY

Local Businesses Ready To Serve!

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PETS

523

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

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes!

All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.

Visit us at:

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 COCKAPOO-POO PUPPIES Vet checked. Non-shedding. $600.

604-381-4809 or 604-785-4809 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 PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th.

Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $850-$1250. 604-765-0453 SIBERIAN HUSKY, male, needs a good home. Fenced yard a must.

Ph: (604)866-2934 (Langley)

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Stackable 1.5 meter tall precast rings at 8.5 meter diameter available for swimming pools and/or storage. $1800 per ring.

Call 604-888-1968.

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

UNDER $100

560

wall unit/entertainment centre, $30; computer desk, $30; BBQ, $30; freezer, $30. (604)858-8375

524

UNDER $200

Steamer trunk $25, spring horse $25, elec. double garage opener $50, 604-793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Old saw with blade and gorgeous old mough $100, 604-793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Ladder $25, 2 wheel dolly, $25 milk can $25, wheelbarrow $25, 604-793-7714

525

FUEL

REAL ESTATE

MISC. FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

Investment Opportunity Building fully leased Asking: $625,000 Yield: 7.5%.

includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d.

(604)792-8974

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MORTGAGES

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709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Cedar Apartments

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

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

1 bdrm. from $575 2 bdrm. from $735 Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit.

Please Call Mary

1.877.409.9874

Garrison Village Rentals

736

HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES

Promontory. 1900sf, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, 5 appl, gas f/p, sundeck, single car garage, cat ok, n/s, avail. mar 1. Landlord in bsmt suite. $1450/m + util. (604)858-6067

SARDIS, 5726 Kestral Dr. Whole house, newer home (2007). 4 Bdrm 4 bath, 1 office. $1950/mo. 1 Cat / 1 sm dog allowed. Avail now. Call: 1-(604)294-9443 leave msg.

SARDIS - Superior location near schools. Lrg country kitchen, 12x17 sundeck, 2 n/gas f/p, 3bdrm 2baths 2100sq/ft, lrg fncd lot w/RV pkng.

NP/NS. Monthly inspection. may1st $1450/mo +utils. Call 604-819-7008

Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$600/m.

Also, new construction, condo quality l bdrm...$650

and 2 bdrm...$799/m

750

Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences. Available now.

Call 604-703-3405

SUITES, LOWER

Chilliwack. 1 bdrm + basement ste, 950sf, reliable tenant, clean n/s, share laundry, owner upstairs, lg bright kitchen, all util, cable, inet incl. $875/m. Rent & pet neg. Avail may 1. Refs req’d. (604)792-2819

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.

751

Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments! taylor place

SUITES, UPPER

CHILLIWACK: 2 bdrm, 1 bath, lrg deck, all appl. n/p, n/s. $950 shr utils. Refs. May 1st. (604)703-9242

CHILLIWACK, 3 Bdrm, upper part of duplex. Bright, clean, fresh paint, own carport, quiet residential St, NP/NS. Ref’s req’d. $1100 incl utils.

Call after 6pm: 1-604-940-0419.

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Application No. 08109

The amendment requests that five (5) existing sources of emissions be authorized. Three (3) of the emission sources are from woodworking operations described as follows: • KD Blower (discharge rate of 377 cubic meters per minute) • Torit PG Blower (discharge rate of 1121 cubic meters per minute) • MJ Blower (discharge rate of 866 cubic meters per minute) Each of the above sources is controlled by an individual baghouse. For each baghoure, particulate emissions will be controlled to a level of 20 milligrams per cubic meter.

All emissions sources will operate no more than 18 hours per day, six days per week. Future needs may require that the hours of operation be increased to 24 hours per day, 6 days per week.

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MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com

Property Management Division

LITTLE MOUNTAIN area. Lrg 3bdrm up, w/1-bdrm bsmt ste. $2000/mo. Immed. 604-793-5509.

The two (2) remaining existing emissions sources to be authorized are the following: • Spray paint booth (discharge rate of 395 meters per minute) • UV Curing Oven (three vents with a combined discharge rate of 93 cubic meters per minute) Emissions from the spray paint booth are typical for the application of lacquer paint. The unit is equipped with filters to control emissions from paint overspray. The UV Curing Oven will have emissions typical from such a unit.

Chilliwack Rentals 604.858.RENT (7368)

royal oak

The land upon which the facility is situated and the discharge occurs is Lot 1 District Lot 83, Group 2 NWD Plan LMP 49342, located at/on/41916 Yarrow Central Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 5E7 within the Lower Fraser Valley (LFV) Airshed.

HOMES FOR RENT

HOMELIFE GLENAYRE REALTY CHILLIWACK LTD.

CHILLIWACK older 4 bdrm, 1 bath, garage, reno’d in/out,f/s. Avail May 1st/sooner. $1100. 604-845-7749

T. Marlowe Manor

Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt.

Ref’s req’d.

604-799-1472 to view

HOMES FOR RENT

We, Masonite International Corporation (previously known Premdor Inc.), 41916 Yarrow Central Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 5E7, intend to submit this amendment application to the Director to amend Permit PA-08109, last amended September 29, 2000 which authorizes the discharge of air emissions from a wood door manufacturing facility.

• No pets, no smoking, no BBQ’s • Restaurants & coffee shop • 6 Appliances

REFERENCES REQUIRED • BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • 604-791-1910 www.garrisonrentals.ca HOMES FOR RENT

736

Chilliwack. 3 bdrm 2 bath house, alarm, $1250/m + util. Must have good refs and proof of employment.

Avail May 1. n/pets. Email: mattlangelaan@gmail.com

Application for a Permit Amendment Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act

11/14W_SH14

736

Chilliwack, 9340 Woodbine St., 3 bd S/S duplex, 4 appl., hardwd flrs, fenced, sm pet ok. $1000/m incl water. Avail apr 15. (604)824-0264

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE

• Corner of Garrison Blvd. and Keith Wilson Rd. EXECUTIVE STYLE SUITES • 2 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS + DEN STUDIO + 1 BEDROOMS

HOMES FOR RENT

715

Chilliwack. 2 Bedroom Apartment. Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, in-suite washer and dryer, secure underground parking. $800/m. Nonsmoker, no pets, ref’s required. Tasha, 604-793-9000

April 3, 2015

736

GARRISON, furnished, suit 1 mature adult, n/p, n/s, ref’s req’d, $675/m + DD & util. Avail now.

(604)858-8655

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

Promontory, 1 bdrm, ideal 1 person, rec room & kitchen area, n/s, n/p, $700/m util incl. (604)824-1301

• Bright, modern design • Close to Vedder River, walking and biking trails • Steps away from Cooper’s Market & shopping

707 APARTMENT FURNISHED

(Under new Management)

Enjoy the Excitement of Village Living

• On-site manager • Camera surveillance • Adult oriented • Secure underground parking • In-suite laundry with washer/dryer

17 suites -1 & 2 bdrms

Heat included, some with balcony views, laminate flrs, quiet, bath bars, free share laundry included, near bus route, close to amenities, n/p, n/s no BBQ’s. Starting at $650/m.

1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz

WE BUY HOMES BC

For info call Bill: 604-991-1777 or 604-997-7223

APARTMENT/CONDO

APARTMENT/CONDO

(off Vedder Rd South)

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HOMES WANTED

706

(604)858-9832

CHILLIWACK. THE VIBE. 2 bdrm $990/m, avail may 1. State of the art electronic security and access control system. Call Stratatech, Wayne, 604 799 0259.

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS

Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd

Certified crime-free multi housing.

Chilliwack. open concept, 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den office area, granite counters, laundry, 19+, pet allowed, 1 underground parking, view, treed boulevard, spacious balcony, near hospital, $1200/m. 1 year contract preferred. (778)808-5415

706 627

706

9430 Nowell St. Hurry only one suite remains! ....$620/m.

Avail now Ready to move-in. Adult oriented. Incl. hot water heating & window coverings, 2 appl. N/p. Suites w/balcony, laundry on 1st flr, elevator w/wheelchair ramp, covered parking. 604-824-0264

45+ Abbotsford 55+ Abby, Langley, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960

Chilliwack. Thom Creek 2 bedroom Condo, 2.5 baths with air conditioning installed, 19 yrs +, 1800 sq.ft., updated flooring, beautiful mountain view with private backyard, creek and mature trees, 400 SQ.FT. crawl space and oversized garage with 2 extra parking on large driveway, $339,000. Call 604-392-6065.

Each suite has 5 appliances, SS in kitchen, front load washer/dryer. No pets.

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

FOR SALE BY OWNER

2 bdrm rancher townhome, $278,000 in Garrison Crossing, 1684sqft includes fully finished basement.

High quality finishings. 2 large decks, fenced back yard. To View call 604-846-6267 or 778-840-3053.

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

Bole Apartments

April 11 & 12; 1-4pm #7-5960 Cowichan St.

BROCKTON PLACE 9155 Edward St., Chilliwack

706

VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE

Open House

New Luxury Apartments!

1 bdrm................. $750 - $795/m 1 bdrm + den...... $850 - $895/m 2 bdrms................ $1100 - $1200/m Occupancy June 1/2015

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,900. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

625

RENTALS

1 bedroom

Call: Brian Bignell - Sunnus Properties Cell: 604-790-4825

MOVING Sale - all must go - furniture, quilts, carpets, lamps etc. Call 604-858-7729 after 5:30pm

706

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

For Sale

FIREWOOD LOGS. Alder & birch, $75 a pick up load. U-cut. Call (604)858-9560

560

MISC. FOR SALE

CONTENTS OF 10X15 STORAGE LOCKER in Abbotsford. Incl. furniture & home theatre elctronics. To be sold as a lot. Quality pieces being sold at much below replacement value. For details call 604-855-9535

UNDER $300

Wood burning fireplace insert - New never installed, full view glass doors, heat directed back into room by revolutionary coils. Cost $1000.

Asking $300. Call 604-531-1192.

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REAL ESTATE

Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed amendment and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at #200-10470, 152nd Street, Surrey, BC V3R 0Y3. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

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TOWNHOUSES

TRANSPORTATION 851

TRUCKS & VANS

GARRISON CROSSING townhouse, 3 bdrm, 3 levels, 2 full baths/1 half bath, rec room opens to patio, open concept kitchen & living area with 9’ ceilings, rock f/p, 6 appl., garage, walk to amenities. $1400/m +util & DD. N/s, n/p. Avail July 1st. harmsen.sharon29@gmail.com for appt. to view.

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GARAGE SALES

Chilliwack

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GARAGE SALES

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Chilliwack

45562 McIntosh Dr April 11 & 12 9am - 4pm

Household items, camping gear, furniture, misc & more

GARAGE SALES

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11545 McSween Road April 11

SUNDAY, April 12th, 9am-2pm

45405 McIntosh Drive

Chilliwack

9757 McNaught Rd April 11; 8am - 2pm Moving Sale - 2 family.

Tools, household, antiques, misc, toys, boys clothing.

Everything must go. Rain or shine

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE/ESTATE SALE Sat & Sun. April 11-12, 8-5 p.m.

8950 Vine Street

April 11 8am - 1pm

Antiques & vintage crystal, linens, china, silverware & glassware, old croquet set, inflatable queen size bed.

Many other interesting items.

Come see what we have for you.

Everyone Welcome!

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845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Please come for lunch and support the ladies auxiliary and their fund raising event.

multi-family sale, great selection, bit of everything

YOU’VE HIT THE JACKPOT! UP TO * $10,000 CASH BACK OAC AND PRICES SO LOW THE COMPETITION WON’T LIKE IT! CALL TODAY!

7,999 and under

2005 PONTIAC G6

2003 PT CRUISER GT

2006 TOYOTA COROLLA S*

2005 CHEV IMPALA*

2007 CHEV COBALT LS

2005 CHEV MALIBU*

WITH WARRANTY

ed fi i t r e c r e l a All de ing!

Easy Financ

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TURBO CUSTOM, WITH WARRANTY

AUTO, WITH WARRANTY

*

WITH WARRANTY

WITH WARRANTY WITH WARRANTY

pick a part

The Scrapper

All Vehicles Are Safety Inspected and Ready To Go With A Warranty!

2006 INFINITI FX 45

2012 SUZUKI SX 4 JLX

2013 SUZUKI SX 4 SPORT 851

www.keytrackautosales.ca

$20,999 2014 MITSUBISHI RVR

SAVE BIG!

$28,999

PANORAMA SUNROOF, FULLY LOADED, REMAINING FACTORY WARRANTY, ONLY 15000 KM STK# 14-1998A

$17,999 ALL WHEEL DRIVE, ONE OWNER, REMAINING FACTORY WARRANTY, ONLY 27000KM

2011 ESCAPE XLT

$13,999 ONE OWNER, REMAINING FACTORY WARRANTY, ALL POWER OPTIONS STK# 15-2411A

STK# 15-1741A

2013 FORD ESCAPE SE

$16,999 ALL POWER OPTIONS, LOW KMS. STK#P4766

$22,999 AUTO, FACTORY WARRANTY, ONLY 35,000 KMS, PRICED TO SELL

2008 FORD F350 SUPER DUTY 4X4 XL

2007 MINI COOPER

ONLY

$18,999 ONLY 62,580 KMS, CHROME STEP SIDES STK# P4680

$13,995 LOW KMS, PANORAMA SUN ROOF STK# 14-4357A

STK#14-4783

SALE ENDS AT 4PM SUNDAY, APRIL 12 TH 4/15W_M10

TRUCKS & VANS

1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $2,900.

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

2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 7psg full load, runs good, Aircared STK#530, $3,900.

2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7 passenger, fully loaded, STK#525, $2,900.

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. $9,900.

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

Financing Available

wow

SUV, V8, LOW KILOMETERS, LEATHER, LIKE NEW, NAVIGATION, POWER HEATED MEMORY SEATS, BACK UP CAMERA, POWER MEMORY STEERING CONSOLE STK# 14-7338A

1998 HONDA CIVIC 2 dr, auto Aircared. STK#652. $2,495.

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

2004 MAZDA 3, 4 dr, auto, p/l, runs good STK#673. $4,900.

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

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

2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#672. This week only! $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.

2009 TOYOTA CAMRY, 4 dr, sedan fully loaded, auto, STK#669. $11,900.

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.

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

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KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford 30255 Cedar Lane

April 11

9am - 3pm Furniture, tools, jewellery, CD’s, misc items, garden tools and much more

2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826

DL# 31038 604-855-0666

7258 Vedder Rd

Royal Canadian Legion #280 5661 Vedder Road

52828 Parkrose Wynd

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

Garage Sale / Fund Raiser & Bazaar Carman United Church

Apr 12

Rosedale

TRANSPORTATION

Cultus Lake Sailing Club is holding their

10am - 1:30pm

Chilliwack

GARAGE SALES

Sardis

Spring Garage & Bake Sale

8:30 - 4pm fishing, hunting, furniture, housewares

Kids & adult clothes, kitchen items, new & used misc. household items.

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Ladies Auxiliary are holding their annual

Chilliwack-north side FFI

HUGE SALE Everything Must Go

GARAGE SALES

FRASER VALLEY MITSUBISHI DLN24358

604.793.0600 • 45510 Yale Rd., West Chilliwack Serving the Fraser Valley for 12 Years!

NOW OPEN ON SUNDAYS! 11AM - 4PM

www.fraservalleymitsubishi.ca

*Any rebates up to $10000 will be applied to the financing of the used vehicle purchased see dealer for complete details for cash back offer.

1994 Plymouth GTRV pop-top van conversion, V6, AWD, auto, loaded, serviced, clean, gd cond., 184k’s. $9580 obo. 604-702-9698

Re: The Estate of William Brian Hartley formerly of 32-46626 Yale Rd Chilliwack, BC Debt in the amount of $22,500.

Date of Sale: April 20, 2015 at 9:00 am Location of Sale: 214-33119 South Fraser Way Abbotsford, BC V2S 2B1 Landlords name: Remax Little Oak Realty Property Management 214-33119 South Fraser Way Abbotsford, BC V2S 2B1 Items to be sold: 1998 Thor Signature 5th wheel 4Z2F13228W1082790 2001 Dodge Durango 1B4HS28261F547409 1999 Harley Davidson Motorcycle. 1HD4CAM10XK142461 1988 Bigfoot Camper 2B9CBXCW0JA006345 1989 GMC Pick Up 2GTHK39N4K1528130 Interested parties must e-mail their intent to attend to propertymanagementrlo @gmail.com Please put ‘estate of William Brian Hartley’ in subject line.

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45737 Luckakuck Way (Next To Bus Depot)

604-858-4199

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