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A fire in North Bend late Saturday evening destroyed two homes and damaged two others before it was halted by the local fire department.

Trades program based in Hope unites Districts Erin Knutson Hope Standard An official ribbon cutting ceremony to announce the partnership between School District No. 73, Thompson River University (TRU) and School District No. 78 commenced at HSS this past Wednesday during its welding open house event.

Attended by welding students (who gave live demonstrations,) local dignitaries MLA Laurie Throness, Mayor Wilfried Vicktor, SD No. 78 Trustee Ron Johnstone and SD No. 78 Superintendent Dr. Karen Nelson — the ceremony heard a host of speeches, as well wishes from speakers.

“We believe programs such as the mobile welding unit and our partnership with Thompson Rivers University and School District No. 73 will provide every child, every chance, every day — we need to remember that what we spend our time on reflects what we believe is important,” said Nelson.

The open house featured two massive welding trailers (which were open for tours,) currently being used by students right on HSS property. State of the art in quality, the trailers are estimated to be worth above $1.8 million,

and have given students of a variety of backgrounds and experience the distinct opportunity to utilize small class sizes and enjoy hands on experience through the Mobile Welding Program.

The program which is currently being run by instructor Mike Grainger offers students the opportunity to get a taste of the trades at an early stage, with introductory programs for students in the midst of their high school careers. According to Grainger the program is open to everyone, even mature students returning from other fields, who want to try their hand at the trades. The demand for trades people has solidified the push for initiatives within the province and beyond to boost funding for the field, encouraging programs such as mobile welding, and are part of the changing scenery for interested students and prospective employers.

Twelve students are presently enrolled in the program at HSS and are thrilled with the trailers, reporting to The Hope Standard that they have a lot of fun, and help each other out on a regular basis.

“It’s good, because when we come out of this program — we know we’re going to get good jobs — it’s definitely given us a head start,” said Daymian Coleman, current student in the program.

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New agreement bridges local schools Darren McDonald Special to The Standard Fraser-Cascade secondar y students can enjoy an early start to trades careers thanks to a new agreement between School District #78 and the University of the Fraser Valley.

In a memorandum of understanding signed Sept. 24,) SD #78 and UFV agreed to provide preferred access for students into designated UFV Trades and Technology programs on a reserved seat basis; deliver dual credit programming

by UFV to students; and explore opportunities to deliver UFV programs within SD #78 high schools.

Both partners look for ward to helping the next generation of skilled workers reach their career goals faster than ever before.

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Back row (left to right): Karl Koslowsky; Patsy Graham; Margaret Smiley; Greg Howard; Associate Dean of Applied and Technical Studies Rolf Arnold. Front row (left to right): Linda Kerr; SD #78 Superintendent Dr. Karen Nelson; UFV President Mark Evered; Dean of Applied and Technical Studies John English.

“We are confident that this partnership will provide our students with the necessar y skills, abilities, and qualifications that will enable them to enter the workplace and look for ward to bright and promising futures,” says SD #78 Superintendent Dr. Karen Nelson, pointing out her district has enjoyed a very effec-

tive relationship with UFV over the years in providing dual credit university courses.

John English, UFV’s Dean of Applied and Technical Studies, expects the new agreement will help students shift gears between educational experiences. “One of the best things we can do for students is to blur the lines between the K-12

system and post-secondary system to create opportunities for them to access technical career education as soon as their interests are there. This MOU begins to do just that,” he says.

“We are looking for ward to working with Fraser-Cascade to make these opportunities real and to watch the vibrant and

enthused young minds start university technical programs while in high school.”

SD #78 stretches from Boston Bar to Harrison Hot Springs.

For more information on the district, visit www.sd78.bc.ca.

For more information on UFV’s Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies, visit www.ufv. ca/trades.

Highway 1 Alexandra Bluff stabilization project to begin this week Stabilization improvements on the Alexandra Bluff located 47 kilometres north of Hope on Highway 1 is set to begin this week. Work will take place until the end of October.

The project involves install-

ing rock bolts and a rock-fall net, applying shotcrete, and repairing damaged mesh. Rock fall has occurred previously in this area and there will be possible traffic delays of up to 20 minutes on weekdays.

“The stabilization improvements will provide a more reliable route and safer driving conditions for the travelling public and commercial users,” Chilliwack-Hope MLA Laurie Throness said. “We continue to make investments to ensure this is a reliable route for the communities along Highway 1.”

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has awarded the $281,600 contract to Mountain The Utilities Department will perform its annual program of hydrant Rock Stabilization maintenance and water main flushing from October 13th through Ser vices Inc. of November 10th, 2015.

Kamloops. This project is part of B.C. on the As a result of this flushing, you may notice changes in water pressure Move, the provincial and there may be some discoloration or sediment in the water. This is a government’s 10-year temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, plan for the improvement of B.C.’s transporcheck your water before doing laundry. You may wish to keep water in tation network. As part the refrigerator for drinking and cooking. of B.C. on the Move, Any concerns should be directed to: more than $800 milBobby Clarke, Utilities Foreman at 604-869-2333. lion over the next three years is dedicated to projects such as this 325 Wallace St. 604-869-5671 one, which renew existwww.hope.ca ing highways, bridges and side roads.

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there wouldn’t be many people opting out of the public system and the private options would fail.

For those worried it would put the public system out of work, then that means the private options available are less costly and more efficient than the public. Which means better service for a better price. The people win.

Seonaigh MacPherson - NDP Accessibility to healthcare is a source of tremendous frustration in Chilliwack and across B.C. We encounter problems with reasonable access to hospitals, family physicians and long-term care.

Addressing our aging population will be a challenge for the next government. Far too often, Canadians who could be cared for in their homes can’t get the support they need and wind up in hospital emergency rooms and hallways. We can do so better. Working with the provinces, an NDP government will invest in 5,000 new nursing home beds and help provide home care for 41,000 seniors.

On physician accessibility, Tom Mulcair and the NDP have committed to spending $500 million over four years to help provinces build new clinics and hire new doctors, nurse practitioners and other healthcare providers. Public healthcare is a core NDP value.

Tom Mulcair will undo the damage Stephen Harper has done and improve access to healthcare in Chilliwack.

Mark Strahl - Conservative Our Conservative government has funded our universal, public health care system to the highest levels in Canadian history, with record health and social transfers to the provinces reaching $40 billion by the end of the decade. This year, British Columbia will receive over $4.4 billion in health transfers from the federal government, nearly a $1.6 billion—or 59 per cent increase, since we took office. Under a re-elected Conservative government, health care transfers will continue to grow each and every year to help fund our public health care system. This stable, predictable, ever-increasing funding should enable the Government of British Columbia to fulfill its constitutionally mandated obligation to deliver timely, accessible health care services to British Columbians. As your MP, I will continue to respect provincial jurisdiction over the delivery of health care delivery and will continue to vote in favour of increased transfers to the provinces for health care.

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Hospice is so grateful for the community support, and certainly it could not happen without the following to whom we extend heartfelt thanks. Please note that many of the children attend with the assistance of monetary support from many kind people and organizations. Thank you to the following: Fraternal Order of Eagles #2690 – sponsor 3 Fraser Valley Regional District (B) – sponsor 5 Columbia Cabinet Countertops (Ian Brown) - sponsor 3 Beta Sigma Phi, Alpha RHO Chapter – sponsor 1 Hope Foresters Holding Society – sponsor 1 Hope Legion Poker Cliub - sponsor 1 Matt Sharrers – sponsor 1

To those who gave donations time & expertise our deepest gratitude: District of Hope – Grant in Aid Mary Reher & Andreas Nowak Hope Riding Club Wade Kelly BC Govt.Liquor Store (Hope) – teddy bears Envision Financial, Hope Branch – tote bags Dr. M. Monty, dentist – brushes & tooth pastes Kelly Pearce – lantern supplies Shanon Fischer – photos Jason & Emma Dickie – videography Lori Paul & Rick Genge –music concert Nestle Waters Camp Squeah staff – so kind and thoughtful Ted Soucie (Hope Sicle)

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Question to the public In light of observations such as these, how would you as MP ensure not just the affordability, but also the accessibility of health care to all residents of Chilliwack-Hope? What specifically can be done to address this difficult reality?

Thomas Cheney - Green Our public health care system is Canada’s greatest achievement and a great source of pride for many Canadians, including myself.

The Green Party will reverse the Conservative’s $36 billion cut to health care over 10 years and shift the focus towards prevention. Preventative care includes addressing the social context behind poor health outcomes such as poverty and lifestyle through a school lunch program, a guaranteed liveable income and a clean environment. Even with the best prevention, people still need health care. The Green Party will introduce a federal Pharmacare system, saving Canadians billions of dollars as well as dental care for children. The Green Party alone opposes the Canada-EU trade agreement that will increase pharmaceutical costs by billions of dollars per year. Our public Medicare system can be made more accessible by focusing on prevention and reasonable funding, not by cutting it

Louis De Jaeger - Liberal With last year’s expiry of the Health Accord, Canadians are right to be concerned about the future of our health care. The Harper government failed to show leadership by allowing the Health Accord to expire and by extension created 14 different health care systems. Your access to affordable and timely health care now depends on which province in which you live and how much you can afford. The Harper government has refused to meet with the premiers, has reduced transfer payments for health care, and jeopardized all provinces’ ability to provide basic services to Canadians.

The Conservatives have failed to set minimum standards, shared objectives and universal principles to address our health care issues.

A Liberal government would make a new health care funding arrangement a priority. We would meet with all First Ministers and aboriginal leaders to modernize our health care system to deliver high quality, effective and efficient care that includes a drug plan to lower prescription costs for all Canadians.

Alexander Johnson - Libertarian By removing the Federal Canadian Health Act and allowing provinces to manage their own needs rather than forcing them into a position where they must conform to receive federal transfer payments, the people of each province would be able to set up a medical system that best suits them.

Allowing a private option for health insurance would not only alleviate wait time but also cut costs of the public health care system. For those worried a private option would cost too much, then

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Seonaigh MacPherson for the NDP, Louie De Jaeger for the Liberal party, Thomas Cheney for the Green Party, and Alexander Johnson for the Libertarians, as well as Dorothy-Jean O’Donnell from the Marxist-Leninist party who fielded questions at the all candidates meeting in Hope on Thursday.

The candidates each responded to questions provided by the Chamber of Commerce and The Hope Standard, with a two minute period to address concerns involving issues such as economic development, and affordable housing.

Audience members had the opportunity to ask questions during the meeting, as the six candidates answered in earnest and in line with party policies — deflecting some heated points, including one man’s concern over sending Canadian troops into foreign conflicts.

Johnson of the Libertarians had one thing to say about the Canadian military.

“We don’t need a military,” he said.

Strahl won over the majority of the voters

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in 2011, earning 57 per cent of their ballots. His win followed a threeterm run by his father, Chuck Strahl, also a Conservative.

Strahl’s main argument while wrapping up his presentation at Thursday’s meeting, was that his roots in the community make him the candidate of choice.

“I understand the people here — I know what they want.”

Over the past four elections, the NDP have been the biggest threat to the long-standing Conservative seat.

In 2011, the NDP took

a quarter of the votes, with then-candidate Gwen O'Mahoney. This time around, MacPherson has been campaigning since December, going door to door in both Chilliwack and Hope.

"I’ve heard the calls for change grow louder," she said. “Families are working harder than ever, but they can’t get ahead. Many say we’re in another recession. Clearly, Stephen Harper’s plan isn’t working.”

The Liberals also earn a fair share of the votes in this riding, with anywhere from eight to 16 per cent over the past four

elections. Liberal candidate De Jaeger has been campaigning aggressively, visiting local events and holding special fundraisers. A statement for Cheney, this election's candidate for the green party, reads in part: "The current administration's unwillingness to act on climate change is the main reason Thomas decided to run for the Greens in 2015. He thinks climate change is the defining issue of our time, and that confronting it will help solve many of the other challenges we face as a country and a global community.”

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Staff snooping among patient privacy breaches Too many health authority employees inappropriately snoop in patient records and some deliberately disclose sensitive information via social media or cellphones.

That's one of the most serious types of breaches flagged by B.C. Information and Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham in a new report on how the province's health authorities safeguard privacy.

The report cites "cases of snooping where staff members access records of VIP or other patients out of curiousity or for malicious intent."

It uncovered four cases in 2013 of staff posting photos of patients to Facebook or Instagram, and three cases of doctors or nurses taking specific photos.

Another nurse commented on a patient's health information directly on Facebook.

"The (privacy commissioner's office) has serious concern regarding health authority staff deliberately disclosing the sensitive personal information of patients through their own mobile devices and on social media," the report said.

The report doesn't break down the number or frequency of incidents between B.C.'s health regions.

Denham's office has received 200 privacy breach complaints over 10 years from health authorities but suspects that's just one per cent of the actual number of incidents.

Misdirected faxes were the single most common type of privacy breach identified.

Lost or stolen records or mobile devices were most common among home health and community care programs.

Half of health authorities reported problems with home care workers leaving patient records unsecured in their cars against policy.

Fraser Health told Denham's office its privacy officers notify affected individuals in almost every privacy breach, in addition to the health region's CEO. There is no legal requirement for disclosure in B.C. Data held by health authorities includes personal identifiers, financial information, health conditions, test results, medication used, as well as information on patients' physical, mental and emotional status, as well as lifestyle and behaviour. Denham issued 13 recommendations for action to reduce the risk of future privacy breaches and with lives and reputations on the line, it’s taking into consideration.

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A brief history of health spending BC Views

The federal budget document began with an ominous warning about deep cuts. Social programs, justice and corrections would be spared as much as possible, but no department would escape the knife.

The stark truth was revealed in a table of figures. Health care spending, the core of the Canadian state, was cut by 3.8 per cent in just the first year of the fiscal Tom plan, as population and need continued to grow.

Fletcher No, this is not from the Stephen Harper budget of April 2015, or any other in the last decade. It’s from the Jean Chretien budget of 1995, more than 20 years ago. That’s the last time anyone actually cut health care spending.

But wait, you may say. Didn’t I hear that Harper has slashed health care spending by $30 billion? Yes, you probably did hear the biggest, most brazen lie of this election campaign, either from the government unions that advertised it or the politicians who parrot it.

If health care really is everyone’s high-priority issue, as pollsters have long assured us, voters should at least know the facts.

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After cutting provincial health and social services transfers for years to end the string of operating deficits that began under Pierre Trudeau and continued under Brian Mulroney, Liberal finance minister Paul Martin rose briefly to the top job.

In 2004, Martin staged meetings with premiers, emerging with what was billed as “a fix for a generation,” with federal health transfers to rise six per cent each year into the future.

The future for Martin’s government lasted only two years, as his minority was replaced with one led by Harper.

These galloping increases continued until the Conservative majority of 2011, after which then-finance minister Jim Flaherty came to Victoria to inform provincial finance ministers of the new plan. (I was there, and the joke was that this was as far from Ottawa as Flaherty could get without leaving Canada.)

The six-per-cent increases, by that time triple inflation, would continue for another five years. Starting in 2017-18, increases would be tied to economic growth, with a minimum hike of three per cent, still well ahead of today’s inflation. That remains the Conservative plan today.

All provinces east of Saskatchewan pitched a fit. Manitoba’s NDP finance minister termed it “un-Canadian.” Lefties immediately called it a cut, to which Flaherty replied that transfers to provinces would rise from $30 billion to $38 billion in

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2018-19, and continue to grow after that.

In B.C., then-finance minister Kevin Falcon praised the long-term approach, acknowledging that health spending was ballooning to half of the provincial budget and had to be brought under control as baby boomers start to retire. B.C. has largely accomplished that, with spending increases below three per cent and health care outcomes that continue to lead the country.

As the current election campaign turns into the home stretch, Statistics Canada has announced a milestone. For the first time in history, the number of seniors exceeds number of children. This demographic shift is inexorable, predictable and must be addressed by whoever wins the Oct. 19 federal election.

NDP leader Thomas Mulcair is on record that he will scrap the Conservative formula for growth-based increases that he pretends are cuts, returning to six per cent every year while balancing the budget. Little detail has been provided on how this would be done.

Liberal leader Justin Trudeau announced in Surrey last week that he will ante up an extra $3 billion over four years for health care, and “sit down with the provinces immediately” to renegotiate, a rerun of Paul Martin’s political theatre.

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Letters Re: Robin Hood approach Lets be fair, if you’re going to post something negative about one party leader, Justin Trudeau, I am sure you have received other letters criticizing Mr. Harper or Mr. Mulcair —where are those letters?

Personally I do not have a problem spending 10 billion a year for infrastructure within Canada instead of the billions already spent keeping our forces in Syria or Afghanistan on the training mission there, not to mention how much 10 years in Afghanistan cost us.

There have been more lives lost, due to suicide then in battle. Our brave men and woman

are suffering and not getting the resources they need to heal. Mr. Harper will not even sit down with the Provincial Premiers at the annual conference. All Mr. Harper cares about is regaining his seat at the United Nations. Mr. Harper has reduced corporate taxes from 20 to 15 per cent and unemployment is at a record high. If I remember correctly he said it would encourage industry to hire more, I guess he was wrong, again. Print this or not, just be fair and print opposing opinions.

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Re: The democratic process Ms. Sue Martin is concerned about the low voter turn-out in our federal and provincial elections, asserting that voters don’t realize how important their vote is and what a privilege it is to be able to vote.

I agree with her.

Ms. Martin suggests that the voters learn all about the individual candidates, the party policies and their promises; however, we know from past experience that what they promise or talk about before the election may be totally different from what they do afterwards — so much for integrity and honesty. They all claim to provide fiscal responsibility, open and

honest government and new programs everybody knows we can’t afford without increasing taxes and/or the national debt. How can the voters make an informed choice?

It seems to me that the voters are not the problem. They have every reason to be apathetic and cynical. Electing an MP should mean the voters have a voice in Ottawa, rather than someone parroting the party line at home. Until that changes many voters will not dignify the process by participating. It is the unprincipled politicians and party politics that are destroying the democratic process.

Hartmut Schmid

We live in the safest time period in history  This is not what we hear from many of our leaders, but actually it's a fact. Statistics bear that out.

Even "terrorism" is less of a risk today. You've likely heard about all the exotic ways of dying, you are more likely to experience (cows, bathtubs, lightning.) Â So why all the fear-mongering?

Is this in keeping with the values of our Chilliwack and Hope communities? The pursuit of peace has long been a Canadian hallmark, shaping our international reputation. Consistently in state-of-the-nation polls, Canadians say that the country's international reputation as peacekeeper is held dear.

OCD a reality In an average elementary school, there are likely five children suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD.) In a medium to large high school, there are typically 20 students battling OCD. In a workplace of 500, there would be about five employees who have OCD, most likely hiding their symptoms from their colleagues. OCD is in our community and residents of (CITY/TOWN) should not feel ashamed or embarrassed.

In most cases, OCD is a treatable disorder. However, studies show that people suffer unnecessarily for years because of lack of information and a shortage of therapists trained to properly diagnose and treat OCD. This is an opportunity for your readers to educate themselves about OCD and its treatment during the International OCD Foundation?s OCD Awareness Week, October 11 through 17, 2015.

The IOCDF helps people find treatment that will curtail suffering and allow them to lead more productive lives.

It also funds research and provides support for OCD sufferers and the families and caregivers of OCD patients. A variety of IOCDF resources can be found online at www.iocdf.org Lea Bianchin

And we're rightfully known for our measured and considered thinking; our hearts beat with both humility and pride (because that's the Canadian way eh?). Â This is an important time of decision. Let's not allow our thoughts and our discussions to be drowned out by political dogma edged with racism and hate. And fear mongering. Let's come together, not be divided. Â Let's KEEP CALM, and campaign on. Â Wayne Froese

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BC Hydro recently finished one of the most gruelling and prestigious jobs in its history with the completion of the Interior-to-Lower Mainland transmission line. The new line which spans from Merritt to Coquitlam was built to act as a key link in BC Hydro’s transmission system.

The impressive and gargantuan new line was designed to bring electricity from its point of origin, in places like the North (Peace region) and southeast (Columbia region,) all the way to high demand areas in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.

According to BC Hydro media liaison Simi Heer, the line will help meet the increased need for electricity in difficult winter months when the demand for electricity is at its peak.

The crew was hand picked, based on a skill-set unique to the arduous and highly specialized training needed to complete the job. “We demanded a lot of our guys — for long periods of time,� said Operations Manager Devin Dukeshire.

Reaching 247-kilometres the larger-than-life line utilizes over 600 steel transmission towers. The ambitious project began in 2012 and wrapped up at the beginning of July 2015.

BC Hydro employees were a regular fixture around Hope over the past year, as crew members forged on through the changing of seasons, often coping with long hours and difficult conditions to complete the 500 kilovolt line, which will be an integral part of BC Hydro’s existing bulk transmission system. “This type of line hasn’t been built since the mid-1970’s,� said Heer.

The majority of the transmission was constructed by Flatiron Graham Joint Venture, with BC Hydro in charge of the 19 kilometre portion of the line in the Spuzzum area close to Hope. Forty-eight towers were used to complete the line (a stretch that was one of the most challenging parts in its entirety) — five crossings, two railways, a major highway and an existing transmission, gave plenty for managers and crew to deal with during its historic completion.

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Garbage dumping plagues non-profits in Hope Garbage dumping is rapidly becoming a problem in the District of Hope. Several non-profit organizations within the community have experienced an onslaught of unwanted goods that are being dumped on their doorsteps — unusable items have to be extricated to the Sunshine Valley Transfer Station at a costly fee.

Northwest Harvest Church is among the charitable groups that are dealing with the excess of clothing, toys and appliances, currently being abandoned on their property.

“Our sign says food and clothes only — we have evidence of who’s been dropping it,” said Bruce McDonald at Northwest Harvest. “It’s loads and loads of broken and dirty stuff that we have to get rid of – we spent $200 to drop it at the transfer station, and that’s money that infringes on feeding the poor.”

Hoarding is a probable cause of the dumping according to McDonald.

“A hoarder believes something has value, even if it’s garbage — the individual may be well-intentioned when they drop off the items, but we can’t process it, and that sets us back — we can feed a lot of people for $200,” he said.

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“The back alley will often have broken glass, mugs, and we have to clean it up before we even get started — we are tired of dealing with it,” said Thrift Store Manager Dianne MacDonnell.

“A witness from CIBC saw people throwing broken plates in the parking lot like frisbees — they would bounce off the curb and one almost smashed the window.”

MacDonnell, urges those responsible to stop this type of behaviour — a grievance shared by many as an increase of trash has been noted piling up in and around Hope. She speculates that high fees at the transfer station may be a contributing factor to the problem.

“It’s wrong — we have signs saying no donations in the front and back, and we ask people to access the store during regular business hours, when they want to drop off goods,” she said.

MacDonnell cautions perpetrators that identification is not a problem (with identifying receipts, often being left behind in the chaos) and warns future contributors that her organization has refrained from bringing the police into the

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“Dirty clothes and TV’s are being dumped — please be respectful of what we’re trying to do in the community for those who are less fortunate, even those who might be well-meaning, should be mindful of what they leave at the store,” she said.

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BC Hydro reduction rate for the poor Legal advocacy group, the BC Public Interest Advocacy Centre (BCPIAC) will ask the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) to implement an electricity affordability program for BC Hydro’s 160,000 low income residential customers. The proposal consists of three strategies to address the hardship caused by high hydro rates on low income customers: lifeline rates to keep rates more affordable for the poorest customers; low income customer service rules including more flexible arrears payment arrangements and waiver of reconnection fees; and emergency bill assistance to avoid disconnection. BC Hydro has increased residential electricity rates by 47 per cent in the last 10 years, and is on track to increase them by at least 10.5 per cent in the next three years. Rates are projected to continue to rise significantly in future years as BC Hydro proceeds with multi-billion dollar projects such as Site C dam which have been exempted from a full public review by the BCUC. BC Hydro’s rate increases have grossly outstripped increases in income for low income British Columbians. For example, B.C. social assistance rates have been frozen since 2007 at $610 per month for basic assistance and $906 for disability assistance, and in the last 10 years the B.C. general minimum wage has only gone up by $2.45 an hour.

“Electricity is an essential service, and low income BC Hydro customers have no spare money to pay higher electricity costs. Since electricity is essential to survival, people can only pay their electricity bills at the expense of competing household necessities, such as food and medicine” said Trish Garner, community organizer with the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition. “About 10 per cent of BC Hydro residential customers live below Statistics Canada’s Low Income Cut-off”, said Sarah Khan, one of the lawyers at BCPIAC who is bringing this issue to the BCUC, adding that “Continuous rate increases and stagnant incomes are causing low income people to struggle to pay for their BC Hydro bills.” BC Hydro offers no rates or terms and conditions that specifically apply to low income customers. The only programs available to these customers are energy saving kits and in more limited cases, energy efficiency home upgrades. While these programs are important, they are not offsetting BC Hydro’s rate increases. BC Hydro has just filed a Rate Design Application with the BCUC, and BCPIAC will intervene in this proceeding on behalf of the following groups to request low income programs: Active Support Against Poverty, BC Old Age Pensioners’ Organization, BC Poverty Reduction Coalition, Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of BC, Disability Alliance BC, Together Against Poverty Society, and Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre.

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A new security company has opened its doors in the Hope/Fraser Valley area — British Columbia Protection Services (BCPS) is the first of its kind here and offers a variety of security services to the public.

“We are a community patrol service that surveys property — we are an extra presence, complimentary to the local police detachment and are designed to help bring an enhanced level of safety to the community, while preventing property crime,” General Manager/ Patrol Services Officer (PSO) Jason Graff told The Hope Standard.

The company’s primary concern is the protection of the community and their motto is to look out for the best interests of residents, while properly securing customer property. All patrol members are licensed by the Ministry of Public Safety and trained by the Justice

Institute of BC. BCPS maintains a high code of conduct, and enforces regular updated training in arrest procedures, firstaid, security assessments, criminal code, use of force and arrest procedures.

“Our officers will patrol your location two times each night, with one night a week of constant security patrols,” said Graff. “Our program is extremely effective, providing the highest level of security, by SUBMITTED PHOTO having multiple businesses or residences Kelsey King owner and Public Safety Officer (PSO,) left, and Jason Graff general manager within the same area and PSO offer a range of services through their new security company British Columbia using our service.”

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According to company provides and ture is our Emergency work closely with local Graff, having customers from the same street includes guard features Roadside Assistance pro- towing providers, should will enhance patrol pres- such as alarm response, gram to the Hope area services be required. response, and Coquihalla region,” For more information ence and efficiency in a emergency on the company that particular area, ensuring CCTV, camera instal- he said.

Officers have the abil- promises “safety, services a higher level of surveil- lation, loss-prevention, lance. Diversification is a security and mobile patrol. ity to offer basic roadside and security,” please conbig part of the service the “Another unique fea- assistance, which includes tact the office at 604-869a jump start, vehicle 2677 or info@bcps.ca, and unlocks, tire changes and check out www.bcps.ca. fuel deliveries to stranded BCPS is currently acceptmotorists — they also ing job applications.

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604.795.9709 Jill Last CDM 604.860.3653

UNITED WE SING

Community Sing A Long (1st Wed. of each month)

604-869-9381

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION Invites you to Worship

Invites you to worship

Every Sunday at 9:30am

REV. DAVE PRICE

2nd Sunday Rev. Bob Bailey 4th Sunday Pastor Barclay Mayo

SUNDAYS 10AM (Priest In Charge)

www.anglican-hope.ca Corner of Park & Fraser St. 604-869-5402

Grace Baptist Church

“People connecting to God, each other and the World”

www.gbchope.com

949-3rd Ave. • 604.869.5524

888 Third Ave. (Priest in Charge)

Anglican Network in Canada 604-869-5599

MT. HOPE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 1300 Ryder St. SATURDAY MORNING Study Hour 9:15 a.m.

Worship Hour 11:00am Prayer Meeting - Tuesday, 7pm

“Helping people take one step closer to Jesus...”

Pastor Tim Nagy 604-869-2363

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

A PASSION FOR CHRIST AND HIS KINGDOM

Service held 2nd & last Sunday of each month.

F.C. Hospital Conference Room – 2:30 pm

SUNDAY WORSHIP: 10:30 AM

Wayne Lunderby, Pastor Contact: Linda 604-869-2073

Northwest Harvest Church

888 - THIRD AVE. 604-869-9969 (MESSAGE ONLY)

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Arts & Entertainment Ruby Creek Art Gallery hosts second annual Native Art Gala The Ruby Creek Art Gallery, owned and operated by the Sq'ewá:lxw First Nation, is pleased to announce that the second annual gallery open house event and Native Art Gala will be held on Friday, October 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Gallery wishes to invite all neighbours to join them for an evening of fine art, live music, cultural sharing, hors d'oeuvres and wine.

The Ruby Creek Art Gallery does a phenomenal job of displaying beautiful Native art pieces, such as cedar and soapstone carvings, silver and gold jewelry, framed prints, original paintings, and drums.

“We believe that art appreciation should go beyond the visual aspect of just ‘seeing’ the art pieces. We also want our visitors to feel the beat of the drums and to hear the voices of the artists — we want them to smell the cedar as it is being carved, and through story, get a glimpse into the mind of the carver as a piece of cedar is brought to life — we believe that our open house event will give visitors that holistic experience and a better understanding of the art pieces on display,” said Gallery Manager, Mike Bellegarde.

Some of the planned highlights of the evening include: Cultural sharing of song and dance by Blake Shaá’koon Lepine (Tlingit,) musical storytelling by Shane Bellegarde (Cree,) and appetizers and

Beta Sigma Phi sponsors craft sale That’s right! It’s that time of year: Beta Sigma Phi Sorority sponsors the annual craft sale prior to Christmas each year. It’s a chance to buy homemade gifts at a good price, support the many talented artisans in your neighbourhood and come out and see friends you haven’t seen since last year’s sale!

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so that you can spend some time at the Legion to look over the many crafts that will be displayed there.

Save the date for Saturday, November 15 at the Legion (upstairs) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds go to local charities and Holly Days. Crafters can find application forms to reserve tables to display their hand-made articles at either Baker’s Books, or at the Library.

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Halloween has become a cash cow young girls. My daughter was 11 last year and had her heart set on dressing up as Alice in Wonderland or Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, but the only ensembles we were able to find last minute were slinky numbers you might see on a young lady at a nightclub. Criticism over those types of garments are expressed on social media every year, as is the calling out of people not being politically correct - like the school principal who dressed up like Mr. T or the actress who dressed up as the character Crazy Eyes from Orange is the New Black. They both sparked heated debates over social media, but when our friend dressed up like

Aunt Jemima 30 years ago, no one blinked an eye. She had also applied dark make-up over her light skin, but no one said anything beyond how fantastic she looked. Was society less sensitive to the suffering of minorities back then? Were we less politically correct? That topic deserves a column of it’s own. Dissension aside, escaping reality and transforming into something else can be extremely amusing, and that’s probably why the popularity of it among adults has grown tremendously.

Another reason to like the “holiday” is that it’s relatively low pressure and revolves around having lighthearted fun while socializing.

Halloween has changed a lot since I was a kid. For one thing, it’s become big business. Canadians and Americans spent approximately eight billion dollars on candy, decorations and costumes last year. And not just costumes for children, but for grown ups, dogs and even some unimpressed cats. Back in my day our parents bought candy to hand out, and pumpkins to carve - that was about it. My little brother and I happily assembled our getups by rummaging around the house for items we already owned, and although we’d seen the plastic Fonzie and Planet of the Apes masks at the supermarket, it never dawned on us to ask for them. On Halloween night we took our pillow cases and went door to door in our neighbourhoods, often in the bitter cold and rain, never imagining the concept of going D+ AINLAN M store to store inside a dry, 5 1 0 2 + warm mall. We also never envisioned an entire shop devoted to costumes. They did exist, but I certainly never set foot in any as a child. If I had, I wouldn’t have wanted to leave. These days, as soon as September rolls around there are pop up Halloween stores all over, with a vast array of costumes and decorations.

This unfortunately takes away sales from costume shops that remain open all year and enrich our communities in ways a seasonal retail chain can’t, but INCLUDES: CHIEFS HOME GAMES & that’s not their only competition. Many businesses 1ST ROUND HOME PLAYOFF GAMES! you wouldn’t normally associate with Halloween have recognized it's profitablity and now have a piece of the action. Who would have thought you could buy an precious princess gown from a home decor store? Or a huge inflatable mummy while purchasing building supplies?

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refreshments. Performances are scheduled to begin at 6:15 p.m.

Ruby Creek Art Gallery is located on scenic highway #7, between the towns of Agassiz and Hope — the Gallery is committed to promoting the work of the finest Northwest First Nations artists.

“We take pride in our extraordinary collection of Pacific Northwest Native art, which includes limited addition prints, gold and silver carved jewelry, hand carved boxes, chests, and plaques, handcrafted drums, soapstone and textiles.”

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Sports

Andrew the Crazy Canuck aspires to help local kids

A couple of new residents have arrived in Hope — Andrew the Crazy Canuck (also known as Andrew Nicholson) and his partner Melissa recently moved to town and are looking to shake things up in a fun and interactive way, while bringing an exciting new element to the community.

The Vancouver Canucks mascot is better known for his outlandish alter-ego as Andrew the Crazy Canuck — a longtime fixture at hockey games and appearances in his hometown of Vancouver.

Nicholson’s larger than life character was developed after experiencing a chal-

lenging childhood in foster homes, with the passing of his mom at age five. These experiences inspired him to want to help kids deal with real life problems through his interactive appearances as Andrew the Crazy Canuck.

The die hard Canuck fan aims to use his act to educate the public and to bring awareness about kids with autism, while addressing issues like anti-bullying through different events within the community. Also a choreographer and dance instructor, Nicholson once taught East Coast Swing and ballroom dancing at UBC and is interested in bringing

dance programs like hiphop to the kids of Hope.

“I created a character that is goofy, approachable, and allows kids to laugh while giving them a platform to address problems at home — I want to be someone the kids can trust and be able to talk to.” he said.

Nicholson is always willing to sign an autograph — kids and parents alike, idolize the charismatic mascot, and even the saying of “God bless the Crazy Canuck” has reverberated off arena walls.

“It’s an overwhelming feeling — when I come into a room people react and it keeps me going,” he said.

“I’ve spent the past six years paying attention to the kids — kid’s are not judgmental — they have fun, and it’s nice to get on their level.”

The self-professed big kid is all about leadership, and already has ideas of what his crazy character can bring to Hope, including the possibility of a Crazy Canuck car for the 2016 Brigade Days Demolition Derby.

“I’m going to educate and inspire in a way that suits the flow of the community.”

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Andrew the Crazy Canuck, also known as Andrew Nicholson (left) with a fan enjoy a community event in Vancouver.

The Hope Curling Club opens the rink to newcomers Hope Standard

ERIN KNUTSON / THE STANDARD

Curlers of all stages enjoyed the rink at the Hope Curling Club during Saturday’s open house Fun night.

The Hope Curling club is in the midst of starting its new 2015/2016 season and is looking for recruits.

The favourite Canadian sport is not just about throwing rocks and sweeping according to curling buffs.

An evening on the ice, solidified the idea that the traditional sport had more to offer than one might imagine, when the Club opened its doors to The Hope Standard on Saturday during its open house Fun Night for old and new curlers.

At first, the ice was intimidating, but with a little patience and careful instruction from longtime curler Roman Petryk, I was able to overcome my fear of falling flat on my face. Soon my awkward glide over the ice became a little more fluid, and I began to notice something — the fear was replaced by determination, and yes, I was having fun.

The more I practiced the more I wanted to perfect my technique, as I noticed the agile and confident curlers around me.

Another thing was appar-

fall programs CHILDCARE FIRST AID

RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS

RED CROSS EMERGENCY FIRST AID WITH CPR “C”

NEW DATE! October 24

Tuesday & Thursday

Saturday October 17

October 13 - November 5

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ent, the sport is addictive, and I found myself wanting more — the Norwegian side of me, lit up at a chance to glide on a glassy surface and to spend time on a harder form of snow, reminiscent of skiing days of old. A keen mental sport that encourages the use of mind and body coordination, is also about having a good time.

“It has to be about fun and meeting new people — curling is a sport that can carry you into any community in Canada and your fellow curlers will welcome you into their rink to enjoy the fellowship of curling,” said avid curler and youth program coordinator Carrie Martindale.

The Club is also starting a junior curling league and is looking for young people from ages 11 to 18, who want to learn the sport and enjoy a fun opportunity. They are encouraged to come out Friday’s after school from 3:35 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. to learn Canada’s greatest sport.

For more information on the sport and practice schedules contact Roman at 604-869-9344 or Ken at 604-869-7281.

For more information, please view our online schedule

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BUSINESS

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Hope Auto Body Ltd.

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COMPUTERS

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ADVERTISING DEADLINE: Fridays at 4:30pm

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INFORMATION

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OBITUARIES

In Memory of

HOGGAN, Carol nee Atkinson

May 27, 1946 - September 30, 2015

CORBETT, Bryan Nov. 13, 1950 Oct. 9, 2013 Bryan -- my love, our dad, our papa, our friend

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our Mom and Sister Carol after a long brave battle with cancer.

Carol is survived by her three sons Bill, James (Susan) and John (Geri) and sisters Marilyn (James), Sharon, Heidi (Harry), brother Brian (Christel), her beloved dog Scooter and many loving nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Greggain and the staff of Fraser Canyon Hospital for the comfort and care they provided Carol.

A Celebration of Life will be held on October 17th, 2015 at 1:00 pm at the Boston Bar Community Hall.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to the local Food Bank or The Fraser Canyon Hospice Society.

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

Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School. Real World Tasks. Weekly start dates.

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START A NEW CAREER in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765

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CARETAKERS/ RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

MOTEL ASST Manager Team to run small Motel in Parksville BC. Non-Smoking, no Pets, good Health, fulltime live-in position. Fax 250-5861634 or email resume to: kjjr27@hotmail.com

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HELP WANTED

General Nursery Laborer

HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking/Dressing?

Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply today for Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.

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HELP WANTED

Qualitree Propagators, located in Rosedale BC, is seeking general nursery laborers. Duties may include planting, weeding, pruning, loading orders etc. Applicants should be physically capable of performing job duties and able to work in all weather conditions.

Prior nursery work experience an asset but not required.

February to October 2016.

Various start dates available till May 1st. Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm. (Some Saturdays & overtime will be required) Job is seasonal full time. Starting wage $10.45/hr Please fax resumes to Qualitree Propagators Inc. 604-794-3378 or email to hr@qualitree.com.

UCLUELET HARBOUR SEAFOODS is currently seeking FISH CUTTERS “highest pay rate in the industry” 8-10 hours up to 12 if is needed, 30 -60 hours per week.

Important information: Shifts of work: We require flexibility on schedule as hours of work can be: from 5:00 am to 1:00pm or 2:00pm, sometimes working until 4pm or 5:00pm is required during summer time when production is heavy and overtime is available

. Hiring Flaggers-Must be certified, $15-$18/hr. 604-575-3944

Advertising Inside Sales The Now Newspaper has an opening for an experienced inside advertising consultant. By joining The Now’s award winning community print and online newspaper, you will be responsible for selling into special features and assisting in creating new exciting features.

You will be forever in our hearts, rest well our loving angel, until we meet again.

If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to Heaven, and bring you home again.

You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment.

A car and a valid driver’s license are required. The Now Newspaper is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington, Ohio, California and Hawaii.

Please send your resume with cover letter

by Friday, October 16th to:

Love forever and always, Bonnie and family

OBITUARIES

CATT, Ryan Douglas Ryan Douglas Catt passed away at the age of 23, he is mourned by his grandparents Stan and Sylvia Haroldson and family.

Dal Hothi The Now Newspaper #102 - 5460 - 152nd St., Surrey, BC V3S 5J9 Or email to dal.hothi@thenownewspaper.com

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We Love You Pauline, Nathan, Lindsay, Angela, Al, Hunter, Bowe, Stuart, Jennifer, Angus, Iyla, and Lilly too.

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Must be enthusiastic and have good communication and customer service skills.

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Submit resume in person at the store, Monday Friday or by email: fs198@forewest.ca Deadline: October 9, 2015 * Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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TRANSPORTATION

HOMES WANTED

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

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LEGAL

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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CARPENTRY

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

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CONTRACTORS

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

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ELECTRICAL

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

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

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

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Damaged or Older Houses!

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PLUMBING

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UPHOLSTERY

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WINDOWS

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

PETS 477

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Interested applicants must submit a resume and completed driver’s abstract to the District of Hope Municipal office at: District of Hope ATTN: Donna Bellingham, Director of Corporate Services, PO Box 609, 325 Wallace Street – Hope, BC V0X 1L0 Phone: 604-869-5671 Email: dbellingham@hope.ca

by Friday Oct. 30th, 2015. Previous applicants must submit a new resume as previous application forms will not be considered.

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APPLIANCES

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MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

SLEEP APNEA MACHINE, complete with mask. 604-869-2309 STEEL BUILDINGS... “MADNESS SALE!” All Buildings, All Models.

You’ll think we’ve gone MAD DEALS. Call Now and get your DEAL. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms?

Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession?

Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?

Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them.

Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973.

We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

New SRI *1296 s/f Double wides fr $94,900. *New SRI 14’ wides fr $72,900. Chuck 604-830-1960 www.glenbrookhomes.net

MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES.

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOPE, 1 & 2 BEDROOM APT., for rent $575 - $650, Park Royal, heat & hot water inc., balcony, covered parking, 55, NP, NS. Best Loc Hope.

Ref’s required.

Call (604)860-0236 Linda or (604) 8251444

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS HOPE, Silver Hope Mobile Park.

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

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

736

pick a part

The Scrapper

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

RV PADS

Rosedale. Bridal Falls Camperland RV pads available. $435/month. Water and sewer incl. Hydro metered, and cable/wifi available $$. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $75/mo available.

Call 604-794-7361

TRANSPORTATION 812

2005 DODGE NEON, auto 4 dr sedan, a/c. STK#701. $1,995.

2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,900 2004 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr sedan leather, sunroof, loaded, Only this week! STK#724. $5,900.

2005 NISSAN ALTIMA, auto, fully loaded, 4 dr, sedan.

STK#699. Only! $5,900.

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

2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#710. $6,900.

2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#672. $6,900.

2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan loaded, auto STK#687 $6,900.

2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, loaded. STK#691. $7,900.

2009 NISSAN ALTIMA, 4 dr, sedan, fully loaded, auto.

STK#697. $7,900.

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

2011 NISSAN Versa 4dr auto, h/bk, loaded, STK#721 $9,900.

2004 ACURA MDX 4dr auto, 7 psgr, loaded, DVD, Navigation STK#254 $10,900.

2010 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK# 731. $11,900.

2012 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK#723. $11,900.

2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. This week only! STK#721 $12,900.

2012 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, loaded, STK#695. $14,900.

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

2004 MAZDA 3 Auto, 4 dr, Only this wk! STK#673 $4,900.

2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7psgr, loaded STK#525 $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.

2002 FORD F150 crew cab 4X4 auto, fully loaded, short box. STK#686 $5,900.

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

2008 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.

HOPE 1 or 2 bdrm mobile homes for rent in a seniors community.

Call Gale for details 604-860-3578

747

30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666

33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888

HOMES FOR RENT

HOPE,1 BEDROOM CABIN - Cariboo Trailer Park,Unfurnished, F/S and utilities included. Ref’s. Req’d.

D/D, must be willing to do criminal record check. Call 604-869-9024

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford

Financing Available www.keytrackautosales.ca

923

TENDERS

923

TENDERS

AUTO SERVICES

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

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 in need of caring homes!

All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.

Visit us at:

Temporary Winter Truck Drivers

845

Check us out! www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

MISC SERVICES

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

Persons with proven experience on snow plowing equipment are required for temporary employment on an as required basis for snow clearing operations.

Individuals must hold a valid Class 3 Drivers License with Air endorsement. The rate of pay is per the current CUPE 458 Collective Agreement, which includes a shift differential premium between the hours of 10:00 pm and 5:00 am.

2015 Aspen trail Dutchmen, 29’9”, 61/2 months warranty on trailer, 61/2 years on roof, many extras $22,000, 604-992-1409

Clean out your garage

LANDSCAPING

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

162 TEMPORARY/PT/SEASONAL

GARAGE SALES

2 coats any colour

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

.Need Cash, Own Vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

551

10am-4pm

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 137

GARAGE SALES

RECREATIONAL/SALE

TRUCKS & VANS

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

This week’s puzzle answers!

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION Supply of Salt and Liquid Sodium Chloride for the 2015-2016 Winter Season PW-RFQ-2015-06 R&D CLOSING Date October 16th @ 2:00 PM The District of Hope is requesting quotations from suppliers to provide 300 – 500 tonnes of salt and 35,000 – 45,000 litres of liquid sodium chloride for the 2015 – 2016 winter season, f.o.b. Hope, BC Quotations are to be submitted to: The District of Hope Attention: Mr. Ross Blackwell, Roads and Drainage Foreman PO Box 609, 325 Wallace St., Hope, BC V0X 1L0 email: rblackwell@hope.ca Any questions should be directed to the Roads and Drainage Foreman at the District of Hope Public Works via email rblackwell@hope.ca

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GARAGE SALES

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2002 Hyundai Santa fe SUV Automatic, 6 cylinder , heated leather seats and new tires. Good condition. 194,492km. $4500 or obo Pls call: 604-796-9881

838 551

TRANSPORTATION

ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the finance of a 2015 Cruze LS 1SA, Equinox LS AWD, Silverado 2500HD/3500HD WT 2WD with gas engines. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. * Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered from October 1st and November 2nd, 2015. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on all new or demonstrator 2015 Spark LS 1SA, Sonic LS 1SA Sedan, Cruze LS 1SA, Malibu 3LT, Volt, Impala 1LZ, Camaro 1LS & 2LS, Trax LS Manual, Equinox LS AWD, Traverse LS FWD, Colorado 2WD, Silverado 1500 Double Cab 2WD WT / Crew Cab 2WD WT and Silverado HD’s WT 2WD with gas engine. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $40,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $476.19 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $40,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight and air tax ($100, if applicable) included. Licence, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. †† Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year Chevrolet car, SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between October 1st and November 2nd, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $500 credit available on Chevrolet Spark, Sonic, Volt, Trax, Malibu (except LS); $750 credit available on others Chevrolet (except Cruze, Colorado 2SA, Camaro Z28, Malibu LS, Silverado Light Duty and Heavy Duty); $1,000 credit available on Chevrolet Cruze and on all Silverado’s. Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice. ‡ $2,000/$1,750 is a combined credit consisting of $1,000/$750 Owner Cash (tax inclusive) and $1,000/$1,000 manufacturer to dealer finance cash (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Cruze/Equinox which is available for finance offers only and cannot be combined with special lease rates and cash purchase. † $4,000/$4,950/$11,000 is a combined credit consisting of $1,000/$750/$1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive) and a $3,000/$4,200/$10,000 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Cruze (except LS 1SA)/Equinox (except LS AWD)/Silverado Heavy Duty Double Cab with gas engine (except WT 2WD), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $3,000/$4,200/$10,000 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ~ Visit onstar.ca for coverage maps, details and system limitations. Services and connectivity may vary by model and conditions. OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity is available on select vehicle models and in select markets. Customers will be able to access OnStar services only if they accept the OnStar User Terms and Privacy Statement (including software terms). OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. After the trial period (if applicable), an active OnStar service plan is required. ¥¥ Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ‡‡ Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ¥ The Chevrolet Equinox received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact SUVs in a tie in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed in February-May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. ** The 2-Year Scheduled Lube-Oil-Filter Maintenance Program provides eligible customers in Canada, who have purchased or leased a new eligible 2015 MY Chevrolet (excluding Spark EV), with an ACDelco® oil and filter change, in accordance with the oil life monitoring system and the Owner’s Manual, for 2 years or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first, with a limit of four (4) Lube-Oil-Filter services in total, performed at participating GM dealers. Fluid top offs, inspections, tire rotations, wheel alignments and balancing, etc. are not covered. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ^^ Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.

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