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The Local Harvest Market was the subject of discussion in council chambers this week again, as councillors were faced with the decision to issue a no-occupancy order.

Farm market facing possible closure Jessica Peters The Progress The future of the Local Harvest Market was unclear Tuesday afternoon, as Chilliwack city council entered its Chambers with a difficult task. Do they continue to allow the popular food market to run while in violation of city bylaws and the B.C. Building Code, or do they follow a staff recommendation and issue a no occupancy notice? Council will have made its decision after this newspaper’s press time, (for an update go online to www.theprogress.com). But whatever the outcome, it’s yet another step in a years-long discussion between the Harvest Market’s owner Dan Oostenbrink and the city. If council does issue a no occupancy notice, Oostenbrink would $

have two weeks before the no occupancy took effect. That would allow two weeks to either bring the business into compliance, or to close his doors until he addressed all deficiencies in the building. If Oostenbrink were to continue operating, he would face a fine of $500 per day. On Monday, Oostenbrink said wasn’t sure what direction council would go. It’s not the first time his business has been discussed in chambers. He admits that, “we did make mistakes” in how they grew their business. But he insists that he’s been working diligently to correct those problems. “We’re trying to clean up our act and make things better,” he said. He explained a bit of the business’ history. The Local Harvest Market

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began as a roadside fruit stand to sell off produce from the adjoining farm. That was in 2012, and at the time, everything was in compliance. They began to grow in popularity, and then in size. In April 2014, they “first stepped into this building,” he said, referring to the now-converted barn that houses a retail store that carries produce grown in the field, locally sourced food products, Anita’s Organic Mill products, Magpie Bakery products, and more. It also is home to a small cafe, with its own chef. By early 2015 their growth, which no longer adhered to the City of Chilliwack’s bylaws, and B.C. building codes, according to the city. That rankled city staff and council, but Oostenbrink was given an extension to bring his business

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The tax rate increase on deck for Chilliwack in 2016 is slightly higher than last year, at 1.89 per cent. But even with the small increase, Chilliwack will still be able to boast the lowest tax rates in the entire Lower Mainland. “We’re very purposeful in our budget process,” said Mayor Sharon Gaetz. “This year we’ve kept service levels as is, with a small increase.” The 2016 tax rate — up a bit from last year’s 1.49 per cent — is part of the Financial Plan Bylaw, scheduled for introduction at the Tuesday council meeting. For most homeowners it will mean an extra $30 on their tax bill. New this year is a “citizen budget engagement tool” which will be available this week online at chilliwack.com. “Citizens will be able to log on to see the budget, and provide some feedback,” said Gaetz. “We’ll use that information, and priorities as we plan for growth.” Once council approves the financial plan, a public information meeting on the budget will set for Feb. 16. The 2016 tax increase of 1.89 per cent is designed to cover inflationary hikes in labour, contract costs and materials. It will also direct new funds toward parks and trails, with an eye to addressing “trail maintenance and garbage removal,” according to the staff report. It also means more for recreation and cultural services, by way of additional public art and public events. City-wide graffiti removal, community greening and streetscape

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Marina owner trying to smooth sails on slip sales Jessica Peters The Progress If Harrison Marina is looking a little empty this week, there’s a reason. Word got out over the last few weeks that the marina was undergoing big changes starting in February, including an end to annual moorage. Some heard from the marina’s own website, others received an email, and others heard about it at the Vancouver Boat Show. Last week, this newspaper also reported the changes. Many who were moored at Harrison Marina quickly moved their boats to other marinas, which are now reported to be full.

But owner Wayne Moser said this week that the information released on the website was incorrect, and there is no rush to move out. While they do intend to renovate the entire marina, with an eventual drop in number of slips from the current 220 to 146, he said it’s just a plan so far. The website stated: “We will no longer have Annual Moorage available as of Feb1/16.” It also stated those who have pre-paid could get a refund, and those who wanted to try to stay in their slips could do so, unless someone else were to buy it. “It shouldn’t have said that,” he said. “It should have said ‘hopefully.’ We can’t put a date on it.”

He said he’s working on talking to all the boat owners who have been trying to contact him for refunds or more information about the impending project. He said the proposed slips aren’t being sold yet. However, his real estate agent was at the Vancouver Boat Show presenting the slips and marina in late January, and a website contains pricing details. Moser said they are just taking names down right now for slips, and for the eventual float homes that are planned for even further down the road. “We’re talking to them all,” he said of the boat owners. “We’re explaining exactly what’s happened. We don’t want to lose all

the people in the marina, no question.” He said there are several different levels of approval for marinas, federally and provincially. “What we’re putting in there, we’re wanting to sell these things, but it still is subject to that,” he said. “Hopefully we’ll have it all in place shortly.” Leases for the slips are 30 years long with prices starting at $40,000 (plus GST) for a 24 foot slip, with an option of purchasing another 30 years for $1. The largest slips are 50 feet, fetching $90,000 (plus GST). In addition to the purchase price, there are annual maintenance fees and insurance requirements for each leaseholder.

The marina will be changing its name to Alice Springs Landing Marina, to reflect the history of Harrison Hot Springs. The marina’s website still states this week: “We will have all new breakwaters, walkways and slips, with shorepower to all, also water and sani will be supplied to a number of slips in the future. Slips will range from 24 to 50 feet. There is to be a Float Home Community using about one third of the waterlot to the south. With this new design our slips are limited to 146. We intend to market all our slips by way of the Longterm Moorage Agreement we have in place.” jpeters@theprogress.com

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Computer donation enhances literacy Sam Bates The Progress When technology works properly, it can completely enhance the way that we learn. If it’s riddled with issues and difficult to use, it can be a burden. The Gateway for Families community hub (located at 9435 Young Rd.) provides programs, support and computer lab access to people in downtown Chilliwack. Chilliwack Community Services (CCS) runs Family Literacy, Adult Upgrading and Families in Motion courses through the lab, and Chilliwack Central Community School Society offers computer-specific programming for young students and their families during and outside of school hours. CCS Family Literacy Program Coordinator Laura Watson helps users in the computer lab on a daily basis. People are learning basic computer skills, accessing academic course materials, researching for and writing assignments, as well as gaining access to essential information via the Internet. But the existing computers in the lab weren’t known for their reliability. The equipment was several years old, Watson explained. It was oversized and outdated, very slow to use, prone to freez-

ing or shutting down, and some computers were missing components or basic capabilities. When Watson revealed this to Chilliwack Fraser Rotary president Linda Rook, she and fellow Rotarians took immediate action. “Access to reliable, up-to-date computer technology has become increasingly important in classroom education and daily life,” said Rook in a press release. “Our club has consistently supported service projects that foster community development and support young people in Chilliwack,” she added. That’s what motivated Rotary members to track down and contribute ten refurbished computers to the Gateway for Families lab. Once the used computers were secured, Steve Czeck of Empyrion Technologies, a Chilliwack-based and Rotarian owned business, stepped up to install new software on the computers. “When President Linda announced that the Chilliwack Fraser Rotary Club was donating up to ten computers with monitors and keyboards, I was a little overwhelmed at first,” Watson said. “This donation will make an immediate and substantial difference to support the learning needs of not only our students, but the entire community.”

Watson also made note that the reliable computers will allow Gateway for Families to offer additional programming, including UFV’s Education and Career Planning Course, ‘Workplace Computer Use and Writing Skills,’ beginning in March. Five of the computers were installed at the end of January, the remaining five were delivered Feb. 2. As lab-goers try out the computers for the first time, already they are “thrilled to be able to sit down and know they can concentrate on their learning, instead of being frustrated with technology,” Watson has noticed. That ease of use makes for the pleasant typing, clicking and Googling necessary to strengthen computer literacy in our community. To learn more about Family Literacy and Adult Upgrading programs, contact Laura at 604-845-0379. For Gateway for Families and Central Community School information, contact Shannon at 604-7928539. The Rotary Club of Chilliwack/Fraser meets every Wednesday at 12 p.m. in the Best Western Rainbow Country Inn (43971 Industrial Way). Visitors are always welcome. Check out rotaryclubofchilliwackfraser. org for details.

Chilliwack’s Rona will not be moving into the old Target location in the Cottonwood Mall. Rona announced last May that they had won a bid for the space, with a goal of moving in by early 2016. At that time they were excited to expand their potential space. But Rona spokesperson Valerie Gonzalo said that the Chilliwack Rona will stay where it is for now. “We were not able to come to an agreement with the landlord of the Cottonwood Mall,” she said. The 90,000 sq. ft space in Cottonwood was left empty when Target pulled out, along with its entire Canadian operations. Rona won a bid to take over the location through an auction process. With the lack of an agreement with the mall management, Rona will stay at its current location near the corner of Yale and Airport Road. The lease on that property was set to expire at the end of 2016. Now, Gonzalo said that Rona will “perhaps be looking into enhancing our offer on the existing site.” The old Target location sat empty for most of 2015, after that retailer’s slow and dismal sell-off of products and store fixtures. Kristal Hambly, general manager at Cottonwood Mall, confirmed that Rona will not be moving in. “Rona was the successful bidder for the Target lease at Cottonwood in the Target CCAA process,” she said in an email to The Progress. “As a result, Morguard Investments Limited and Rona engaged in discussions, which were very productive, concerning the conversion of the Target store at Cottonwood Mall in Chilliwack to a Rona store. “However, a few significant issues for Morguard were not resolved before the deadline imposed by the court in the Target CCAA process with the result that an agreement was not concluded with Rona and the Target lease was disclaimed.” She added that they are still looking for a business to fill that space. “Since the store is no longer controlled by a lease or a court process, Morguard has been actively pursuing several other alternatives for remerchandising the former Target store,” she said.

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be starting that this year,” said Gaetz. One of the bigger budget items is the $12.5 million Vedder Bridge replacement, which is a cost-sharing infrastructure project for which Chilliwack pays onethird out of its development cost charges fund. City officials are also reinvesting in infrastructure with planned improvements on Promontory Road ($1.7m), Prest Road ($3.1m), and Lickman Road ($6.5m). A total of $573,000 is set to cover costs for new training centre for the Chilliwack Fire Department, and another $5.1 million to renovate the new public works operations yard on Luckakuck Way. “It may seem like it’s taking a long time to prepare for the new works yard, but it’s actually two projects in one. Once the Operations department takes over the new yard on Luckakuck, the RCMP will move into the existing one.” An organics transfer station is proposed to cost $3.7 million, while work on the Sardis Rail Trail will cost $2.58 million over

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to hear her rule on searches of his two homes. In October 2010, Clarke owned a home in Chilliwack and lived in a rented basement suite in Cloverdale. His girlfriend lived in the Chilliwack home with her kids. After a dispute with him, she called Clarke’s supervisor, which eventually led to a search of the Chilliwack home, which she consented to. In that home, RCMP found an FN FAL semiautomatic rifle and a Remington Colt semiautomatic handgun. A search of the Surrey suite was conducted, but ArnoldBailey found the evidence was inadmissible. Under the provisions of the search warrant issued for the basement suite, the RCMP were allowed to seize specific guns from the residence, but investigators came out with 97 pieces of evidence. The warrant didn’t allow for that kind of search. “Police violated Mr. Clarke’s rights,” Arnold-Bailey found. “It cannot be said that the police acted in good faith.” Arnold-Bailey found Clarke guilty of possessing the two guns found at the Chilliwack property. A sentencing hearing is scheduled in New Westminster Supreme Court on March 24.

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Public input invited Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Cultus Lake Park residents will be heading to a community meeting Feb. 11 to offer feedback on proposed water system upgrading. Attendees will get insight into plans for the Cultus Lake Water System Integration Project, impacting both the Cultus Lake Park and Parkview water systems, say officials with Fraser Valley Regional District. Topics will include the integra-

tion of Cultus and Parkview systems, construction of a new water reservoir, upgrading water mains and potential extra connections. “Should these upgrades go ahead, Cultus Lake Park residents will benefit from increased levels of fire protection, improved water quality and significantly better system reliability,” according to the FVRD release. “The goal of this meeting is to provide information on how your water may improve and associated financial impacts, as well as to get your opinion.”

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council in January that his bike officers don’t recognize most of the shelter occupants from their constant patrols of local tent camps, the largest of which has been on a city-owned roadside site since 2013. In Maple Ridge, a “low barrier harm reduction” shelter was opened Tom last fall in response FLETCHER to a growing tent camp and accompanying drug dealing, prostitution and petty crime. One resident noted bitterly that a mayor’s task force had identified 42 unsheltered homeless people, then found places for 77 from the camp, 40 from a closing “temporary” shelter and 40 in a new shelter. “How exactly does one house 157 out of 42?” she asked.

Victoria’s camping population has gathered in an Occupy-style squat on provincial land next to the courthouse, after years of uncontrolled camping in Beacon Hill and other city parks. The city opened a shelter in a vacant Boys and Girls Club gym, complete with new indoor tents. By the time that was full, the courthouse camp was bigger than ever, with some occupants describing how they came to town for the opportunity. One said Vancouver Police gave her a bus ticket to Victoria. The latest plan by a local agency that runs Victoria shelters is to convert an old, empty seniors’ care home into a 101-bed permanent housing facility. This would also be “low barrier,” a euphemism for allowing drug and alcohol consumption in the rooms. The city has come up with around $1 million for this proj-

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less adults over 10 years, the study found the concentration of low-rent accommodation, food handouts, street outreach and medical supports resulted in “significant personal decline rather than recovery, as evidenced by their involvement in the criminal justice system, large increases in acute care and prolonged homelessness.” The rate of people arriving in this service-intensive hellhole has tripled in the last 10 years, a finding similar to studies of concentrated services in New York, Sao Paulo and Osaka. It’s a cautionary tale for other urban communities where this failed containment model is proposed. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Collaborative art makes a statement Sam Bates The Progress From a distance, it looks like a torn-up tree root. But look closer, and you’ll see that there is intrigue and ingenuity at every angle. Back in October, City Life Centre commissioned local Chilliwack artist Esther Hoogendoorn of Ease Designs to come up with an idea for a collaborative art project that would be set up at the annual Chilliwack Connect Event. “In an affluent society in one of the wealthiest nations of the world, many continue to struggle to have their most basic needs met,” Hoogendoorn wrote in a description attached to the piece. “The voices of those

who live with the least are often ignored, repressed, or silenced.” The piece entitled ‘We’re Here and We Matter’ gave voice to those in Chilliwack who identified as homeless or living in poverty. The wooden canvas and supplies were set up at a booth, and event attendees were invited to express their reality through art. While there are many layers of interpretation, Hoogendoorn revealed a few underlying themes. The tree-like base is symbolic of change and growth. The variety of materials represents the individuality of every person and the uniqueness of their circumstances. The white canvas suggests invisibility, while the touches of silver represent hope.

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Samantha Crain at Tractorgrease All the way from Oklahoma, folkrock artist Samantha Crain will be stopping by Chilliwack on her world tour following the release of her fourth full-length record Under Branch & Thorn & Tree. She performs at the Tractorgrease Cafe (48710 Chilliwack Lake Road) on Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. Inez Jasper is the opener. Tickets are $12, available at 604-858-3814. Listen at samanthacrain.com.

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BALLET from page 11 Jörgen drawing on the original choreography by Marius Petipa, the result is an inspirational tale of nature and love that will inspire young and old alike. Ballet Jörgen will also be participating in a special event that will excite local photographers – The Centre’s People in Motion Photography Workshop. This rare opportunity to work with

professional dancers is the perfect way to develop photography skills and under the guidance of local photographer Vickie Legere, students will learn the essential tricks and techniques needed to capture perfect shots of moving figures. The workshop will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 11. There could be no better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with one of the most magical stories of true love of all time,

and with the astounding Ballet Jörgen adding their vitality and dynamism to the tale, this truly will be a night of romance to remember. Tickets are $40 for adults, $37 for seniors, and $35 for students and are available at The Centre Box Office, visit www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca or call 604-391SHOW(7469) for more information.

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great voice and is a killer harp player to boot.” With over 20 years of touring and gigs under their belts, Brickhouse has been dubbed “Vancouver’s busiest band” (Storman Norman, Rock 101 Sunday Blues). With their devotion to bringing across the genuine emotion behind classic and original blues funk music, Brickhouse has won respect among musicians as a band that makes a difference. Brickhouse was booked relatively last minute to replace Roy Forbes, who had an accident in mid January. “Roy is an old friend

of the festival so we were concerned when we heard the news. We are happy to say he is recovering and will be back to perform here in September,” says Hillhouse. Brickhouse is a sixpiece band with not only great playing and singing ‘chops’ but also lots of personality. The fun nature of the band does not negate the fact that they include some of Vancouver’s highest caliber and hardest working musicians, qualities that helped to earn them the spot as house band at the legendary Yale Hotel blues bar for over 10 years.

With a list of original material that rivals the number of keys on a full size piano, Brickhouse delivers a message that attracts the young, and the young at heart. With over 200 shows a year, it’s no wonder fans choose the set list before the band does. T ickets for Brickhouse are $22 and can be purchased online at www.harrisonfestival.com, by phone at 604.796.3664 or in person at the Ranger Station Art Gallery in Harrison and Agassiz Shoppers Drug Mart on Pioneer Ave.

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Coldwater Road at Acoustic Emporium A three to six-piece folk bank from Vancouver, Coldwater Road stops in Chilliwack to preview some new tunes from their forthcoming EP, and perform some acoustic favourites from Street

Side (2013) and The Woods (2014). They visit the Acoustic Emporium (45892 Wellington) on Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door. Listen at coldwaterroad.com.

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Feb. 5 – Bring colour in your home! The annual jigsaw puzzle sale sponsored by The Friends of the Libraries will take place February 5th & 6th from 10 – 4

in the Chilliwack Library. Puzzles for all ages in all sizes. Bring your complete used puzzles to the library now to enjoy a 50% off discount. Cash or cheques only.

Feb. 9 – Chilliwack Chapter of the Council of Canadians month-

ly meeting Tuesday February 9th, 6:30 pm Downtown Librar y, Chilliwack New members welcome. Feb. 13 – The Chilliwack German Canadian Club has its “Valentine’s Dance” with music by The

Silverstars on Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at St. Thomas Hall(46048 Gore Ave.). Pre-sold Tickets are $14 and available at Vallee Sausage on Alexander Ave. and Multi-Pack-Deli on Nowell Street, or club hall. For table reservation Call Gerhard at 604-8583021 and for more info call Hans at 604-857-5000 or Renate at 604-792-0696 Feb. 21 – Come for a Sing-Along Program of Traditional Christian Music accompanied by the Chilliwack Songs of Praise Orchestra. Enjoy special music presentations. Admission is free. To be held on Sunday, February 21st at 3:30 PM, at Cooke’s Presbyterian Church, 46835 Wellington Avenue, Chilliwack. For more details, call 604-7922154 or 604-792-7843 The Chilliwack Community Band is looking for new members. We partake in a number of Community

events and would love to have you join us. We rehearse every Thurs. 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM at 45905 Hocking Ave. (building behind) Please contact Lorraine McIntosh at 778-875-4998 for more info The Cultus Lake Ladies Golf Club holds registration for the upcoming Season on Feb. 27th at 10 a.m. at the Cultus Lake Golf Course clubhouse. The 2016 season starts Mar. 17th and ends Sept. 29th. Our regular golf day is on Thursdays. New players are welcome to join our club. Membership is $40 Please contact Patti @ (604) 858-5507 or Stacey @ (604) 769-0130, or visit our website www.cultusladies.weebly.com Eating Disorders Anonymous, St. Thomas Anglican Hall- side door, First Ave. & Gore Chilliwack. Tuesdays 7 pm. -8 pm. Check the website, 4eda.org for details.

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Save On Foods and the Chilliwack Elks Lodge #48 proudly announce the donation of a specialized Caroline’s Cart, a shopping cart specifically created for children with special needs, donated by Chilliwack, Sardis, Garrison Save On Foods stores and the Chilliwack Elks Lodge #48.

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Warriors walk away winners in BCHL clash The Chilliwack Chiefs have carried breaking the game open. Pelino had a seat on the bench an aura of invincibility through most of this season when playing on home to start the final frame, replaced by Matteo Esposito. ice. Chilliwack got a brief spark 3:01 into Twenty three games had been played at Prospera Centre coming into period three when Linden Hora got Sunday night and just four of them them within two. Kelowna defenceman Jake Harrison committed a boowere losses. But no one told Sunday night’s oppo- boo steps inside his own blueline, nents, the West Kelowna Warriors, fanning on a pass attempt. Ryan Forbes pounced on the turnthat this is the place road teams come to die. Led by former Chief Garrett over and zipped down the right wing, Forster, the visitors weren’t the least flinging a centering pass across the bit intimidated by the home team nor slot to Hora. The Kelowna native its faithful fans, skating off with a 6-3 snapped it past Williams for his seventh of the year, and fourth in win. his last three outings. This game waited 27:50 for Esposito kept his crew its first goal. in it with a huge stop at the Forster pulled the trigger seven minute mark, thwarting to give his Warriors a 1-0 lead, Forster on a breakaway. set up by Liam Blackburn. But the 20 year old got his Blackburn avoided an Olivier hat-trick anyways, scoring six Arseneau check in the right minutes later on a two-on-one corner and fed a centering pass rush. into the goal-mouth. Forster On a late power play, bang-banged it home for his Garrett Chilliwack head coach Jason 17th of the year. But West Kelowna’s lead FORSTER Tatarnic pulled his goalie for a six-on-four advantage. His was short-lived. plan was spoiled when Brett On the very next shift, Vimal Sukumaran camped in the crease and Mennear sailed a long-distance shot provided enough of a disturbance to into the empty cage. Jesse Lansdell scored a last minute let Austin Adam’s wrister from the point sneak past Warriors keeper goal to make the scoreboard look a little better. Keelan Williams. The Chiefs saw their record slip to Puck luck had Kelowna back on top 29-11-4-2, still good for first place in the with 7:34 to play in period two. A Jonathan Desbiens wrister that Mainland division standings. But their would normally be an easy stop for lead over the second place Wenatchee Chiefs goalie Aidan Pelino hit traffic Wild and Langley Rivermen is down on its way to the net and found its way to five points. Chilliwack does hold two games to the stick of Kylar Hope. Pelino couldn’t recover his position- in hand on Wenatchee and three on ing fast enough to cover the gaping Langley. The three stars were Forster (first), hole on the left side of the net. Hope couldn’t have missed if he’d tried, Williams (second) and Hora (third). The Fortis BC Energy Player of the burying his 23rd of the year. Desbiens scored on a wraparound Game was Kale Kane. Announced attendance was 2,203. at 15:02 and Forster added his second See bchl.ca of the game just 66 seconds later,

Linden Hora (No. 17 in beige) had a tough time against the West Kelowna Warriors. But the weekend wasn’t a lost cause as they beat the Prince George Spruce Kings by an 8-0 count Thursday and toppled the Surrey Eagles 5-2 Saturday. DARREN FRANCIS PHOTO

Team East goalies thwart Team West gunners

Dennis Cholowski skated for Team West at the CJHL Prospects Game. GARRETT JAMES PHOTO

A capacity crowd of 1,500 including 150 National Hockey League scouts saw Team East defeat Team West 3–1 in last week’s 2016 CJHL Prospects Game. Surrey hosted the game Jan. 26. Vancouver Canucks anthem singer Mark Donnelly started things off with a stirring rendition of the national anthem. Two former Canucks worked behind the bench as guest coaches. Darcy Rota ran the East bench with former Canuck captain and coach Orland Kurtenbach pacing behind the Team West bench. Team East scored the first goal of the contest on a scramble at 10:14 into the contest, when St. Michael

Buzzers (OJHL) forward Noah Jordon scored unassisted to secure the 1-0 lead. It only took 1:58 for Team West to get on the board when Colin Grannery from the Merritt Centennials (BCHL) scored assisted by Jeffrey Stewart of the Surrey Eagles (BCHL) and Justin Young of the Whitecourt Wolverines (AJHL). The first period ended with Team West out shooting Team East 14–7. The second period saw Team West out shot Team East 16–6, only to be thwarted by the spectacular play of Team East goalies Colton Point (Carleton Place Canadians, CCHL) and Michael Botiz (Oakville Blades, OJHL). Despite being badly out-

shot Team East converted on two goals only 58 seconds apart. Ben Sokay of the Wellington Dukes (OJHL) roofed a shot over the shoulder of Bo Didur of Langley Rivermen (BCHL) on a nice passing play from Noah Jordan and Matthew Thom of the Georgetown Raiders (OJHL). With some momentum and good forechecking Team East’s Jack Jeffers of the Orangeville Flyers (OJHL) put the puck past Didur on an assist from Cameron Searles of the St. Michaels Buzzers (OJHL). Team West continued to press throughout the rest of the game but were stopped time and time again by Botiz. Final shots on goal were

44 by Team West and 19 by Team East. It was no surprise the MVP’s for Team East were shared by their goaltending duo while the Team West MVP was BCHLer Colin Grannery. Team East was presented with the President’s Trophy after the win by CJHL President Kirk Lamb. The win narrows the gap between Team East and Team West with Team West winning six times and Team East winning five in the 11 year history of the event. The Chilliwack Chiefs had three players in the game. Blueliner Dennis Cholowski was joined by forwards Jesse Lansdell and Kohen Olischefski. See cjhlhockey.com

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Cascade fundraiser targets breast cancer The University of the Fraser Valley women’s basketball team is set to host its ninth annual Shoot for the Cure fundraiser in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. The Cascades will host a pub night and silent auction Feb. 11 at Finnegan’s Pub & Grill in Abbotsford, starting at 7 p.m.

Tickets cost $20 include a burger, side dish and drink. Tickets must be obtained in advance, and are available from UFV women’s basketball players, or by contacting event coordinator Hailey Kendall via email (haileykendal@gmail.com). Feb. 12 has been designated as Shoot for the Cure night as

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Bighill delivers environmental message to Chilliwack kids ronmental responsibility and being an ‘Energy Champion.’ Last year, 75 elementary schools throughout British Columbia and more than 22,000 students received a message to play an active role in reducing their environmental footprint. Bighill will enter his sixth CFL campaign this year, coming off a season where he recorded four sacks, one interception and a league-leading 117 tackles. Arakgi, a M c M a s t e r University grad, heads into his ninth CFL campaign and is routinely among the team and league leaders in special teams tackles. Get more info on these players online at bclions.com

The Canadian Football League’s reining defensive player of the year will be in Chilliwack Thursday, visiting two elementar y schools. BC Lions Linebacker Adam Bighill will be joined by special teams standout Jason Arakgi. They’ll be at Watson elementary school at 11 a.m. followed by Robertson elementary school at 1 p.m. The Lions are coming out on behalf of the Fortis BC Energy Champions program. Now entering its sixth year, the program is designed for children in kindergarten through grade seven, emphasizing the importance of envi-

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Rotary Atoms impress at home tourney BC Lion Adam Bighill on his 2015 Upper Deck CFL card

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What I Love About Rotary - Membership The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis for worthy enterprise. The Rotary Club of Chilliwack continues towards that goal by conducting on-going campaigns to support special projects, including active recruitment of new members, as well as long-term retention of current members.

The Chilliwack Minor Hockey Association hosted their fourth

annual atom tournament this past weekend. All three of Chilliwack’s rep-level teams made the finals on Sunday. The A1 team lost to Nanaimo and the A3 team fell to North Okanagan. But the A2 crew emerged victorious, toppling Nanaimo 5-1 in

Thinking about this later, I recalled pertinent advice from Todd Harvey, Chairman of our Club’s Membership Committee, regarding our Constitution, which simply and concisely states that: “This club shall be composed of adult persons of good character and good business, professional and/or community reputation.” Our Club recognizes that abiding by these words has proven to be very the best policy for a healthy and enduring membership roster.

Of course, that ideal is one of the very special things that I love about Rotary. If you think that Rotary sounds good to you…if you feel that you might like to engage with us in “Service Above Self“ projects, please consider that we’re always looking for like-minded, enthusiastic new members. To learn more about what we do, please look through our website www.chilliwackrotaryclub.ca or contact us at rotaryclubofchilliwack@gmail.com or talk to any of our members ( look for their Rotary lapel pin ). Todd Harvey Chairman, Membership Committee

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Todd especially emphasizes that membership in the Rotary Club of Chilliwack is definitely not exclusionary or elitist, but rather it is particularly inclusive and welcoming to those persons focused on and dedicated to the Rotary ideal of “Service Above Self”.

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which Chilliwack won 8-1. This is the second tourney win of the season for the A2 squad, which claimed the crown at the Everett Atom A Championship in November. Pacific Coast Amateur Hockey Association playoffs begin this weekend.

Gustavson

Recently, this writer was surprised when a friend gently expressed his opinion that Rotary membership is exclusionary, or elitist, and that only the privileged or wealthy are admissible. I was surprised by this idea (and a little embarrassed by the negativity), and so my response to my friend was poorly worded, and probably was not an effective explanation about this matter.

the gold medal match. Battling a flu outbreak that at one point reduced them to just 11 players, the Chilliwackians lost their opener to Nanaimo (3-2) before ripping off four straight wins. Victories over Quesnel and North Delta set up a semi-final against North Delta,

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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A special person, a special face Someone we love and can’t replace Never selfish, always kind Many are the memories he left behind.

INFORMATION

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PERSONALS

GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS. Please Call: 604-701-8948, 778-986-3291 or 604-392-7716

Alcoholics Anonymous 604-819-2644

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

TRAVEL

SEE POLAR BEARS, Walrus and Whales on our Arctic Explorer Voyage next summer. SAVE 15% With Our Winter Sale for a Limited Time. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-800-363-7566 or visit www.adventurecanada.com (TICO#04001400)

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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certiﬁcation proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com

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HELP WANTED

Work From Home

In the Health and Wellness Industry, Training Provided, Must have a good attitude and be teachable. Starting Immediately!

Call: 604.799.0484

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 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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ANNIVERSARIES

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Advertising Sales Consultant The Peace Arch News has an opening for an advertising consultant. By joining White Rock / South Surrey's number one community print and online newspaper, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of the Lower Mainland's most vibrant communities. The team environment at the Peace Arch News will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment. Previous media sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driver's license are required.

Steve Scott - Ad Manager Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to steve.scott@peacearchnews.com

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Boundaries

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CHILLIWACK

Please send your resume with cover letter by Friday, February 5, 2016 to:

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED!

The Peace Arch News 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.

Paul Betty Sheppard

HELP WANTED

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWSPAPER CARRIERS

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment

LOCAL, Reputable, Craft Manufacturing Company looking for Reliable Subcontractors. Work from home. Training provided at our Mission office at no cost to you. Call 604-826-4651 or email craftmanufacturing@gmail.com and leave your name & number ONLY. We return all calls in the order they are received.

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For full details visit: www.LocalWorkBC.ca Apply with resume to: cadreb@telus.net

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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.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Senior member of the MLS® department, providing first point of contact with REALTOR® members regarding Multiple Listing Services (MLS®), data issues, and providing guidance. Responsible for ensuring that all property listing documentation received is correct so that it can be input quickly and accurately and in keeping with-in the limits of the Rules.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

ANNIVERSARIES

ON THE WEB:

TIMESHARE

HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com 1.800.466.1535 info@canscribe.com

EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

MLS Customer Services Clerk

COMING EVENTS

Chilliwack Chapter of the Kidney Foundation would like to invite those dealing with kidney disease, on dialysis or pre/post transplant, and their families, to a Meet & Greet event hosted by the Chilliwack Chapter of the Kidney Foundation. This is an informal event where those suffering can discuss their experiences, concerns and knowledge with their peers over light refreshments. The event will take place in the Clubhouse at 9855 Quarry Rd, Chilliwack Rd. on Saturday, Feb 6 from 1-4pm. If you would like to attend please RSVP to Elizabeth at 604-795-5733 or Margaret at 604-793-7779.

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

You’re Invited

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

Love Mom, Dad, Darrell, Colleen and Cheryl.

EDUCATION

Fireside Addiction Services. 604-702-9879 Call for appointment.

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The Salvation Army

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Wayne Thomas Stranaghan

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

903-06 Angus, Goodall, Portage

903-16 Bluestone, Eagle, Falcon, Hillcrest, Mnt.Park Stonegate, Swallow

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SARDIS 921-03 Foxglove, Safflower, Southdowne

924-28 Watson Road

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925-16 Eena, Elsie, Unsworth, Ellen

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945-02 Chilliwack Lake Road

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PROMONTORY 923-12 Markel, Valleyview

923-18 Lear, Skyview, Sylvan, Valleyview

923-19 Goldspring, Springgate, Sylvan

ROSEDALE 960-13 Berkshire, Bunker, Jade, Lexington, Parkwood, Sussex, Thompson, Windermere, Woodgrove, Yale

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OBITUARIES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Church Directory

OBITUARIES

BERGMAN David Mance

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Local Industrial Laundry

is now accepting applications for a

Customer Service/

May 27, 1930 - January 23, 2016 It is with great sadness the passing of David is announced after a long battle with a debilitating illness. He leaves behind his loving wife Carol, son Wesley (Beth), brother Cliff (Anne), sister Hazel, and many nieces and nephews as well his extended family and friends. David was pre-deceased by sisters Claire and Anne. In lieu of flowers a donation in honor of David could be made to your favorite charity. No service by request.

Delivery Rep

YOUR

Must be physically fit, have a valid BC class 5 driver’s license, be a strong self starter and driven to provide a high level of customer satisfaction. Full-time position, mon-fri, no shift work. Call Mark at 604-845-0328 for an interview.

WEEKDAY MASS

COMMUNITY,

8:00 a.m.

SATURDAY

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

YOUR

SUNDAY

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

CLASSIFIEDS

8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764

45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack

604-795-5725

stmarysparish.ca

BRAMHALL

St. John’s

George Nov 26, 1922 - Jan 25, 2016

remarkableuniforms@shaw.ca

Anglican Church

George passed away peacefully with family by his side. George is survived by his wife Arlene, children: Phil (Chris), Paul (Kathy), Peter (Cindy), Elizabeth, and John (Cindy). Grandchildren: Katie, Christina (Mike), Sean, Mark (Alyssa), Genoa, and Jordan. Great granddaughter: Britney.

Sunday Service: 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM Wednesday Service: 9:30 AM

Worship & Service 11:00 am

A memorial service will be held at St. John’s Anglican Church, 46098 Higginson Rd, Sardis on March 5, 2016 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to your favourite charity.

604-792-7299

JONK, Mary

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

With heavy hearts the family of Mary Jonk announce her passing on January 31, 2016 in Langley, BC. She is survived by her loving husband and their family. Prayer service will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 7:00 pm with Funeral Mass at 11:00 am on Friday, February 5, 2016 at St. Anthony’s of Padua Catholic Church, 7237 Morrow Rd. Agassiz, BC. Please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com for full obituary and further service information.

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

On line tributes and condolences may be offered at Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements, 604-792-1344 www.hendersonsfunerals.com

Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

MACBRIDE

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

Elizabeth Elizabeth passed away peacefully January 21, 2016 in Chilliwack at the age of 84. A daughter of the Fraser Valley, Liz grew up in Greendale and graduated from Chilliwack High School. She married Les in 1953 and started her cross country trek as a military wife. Her hobbies included beer making, needlework, gardening and betting on the ponies. In her later years, she was affected by dementia. Thanks to the nurses on the 5th floor, Jackie and Donna and Heritage Village. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Les; daughters Sandra and Dr. Tracey Melidy (Anthony); and grandchildren Connie and Andrew. She was predeceased by son, James Karl. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 4th at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #4, 9350 Mary St, Chilliwack; Major Haggerty officiating. Interment to take place at the Legion Cemetery on Friday, February 5th. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca

BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30 p.m.

9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700

The Rev. Allan Carson, Priest 46098 Higginson Rd., Sardis

604-858-2229

www.stjohnsardis.ca 9:00 am & 10:45 am

mainstreetchurch.ca

Where All Are Welcome!

Helping others discover & live their best life in Jesus Sunday Morning Experience 10:00am

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

46510 1st Ave., Chilliwack www.firstave.org

Morning Worship at 10:30 am Rev. Heather Anderson

Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 www.chilliwackunitedchurch.com

8:00 am Holy Communion 10:15 am 142nd Anniversary Service 1918 Church of England Service 46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young

604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com

Gospel Hymns

Christ Centered Sermons Sunday Worship & Sunday School •10:00 a.m.

Chilliwack Campus

TAKING CARE OF EACH OTHER is what community is all about.

Sunday, 9am & 10:45am

46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.

Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue

www.central365.org

9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages

CELEBRATION SERVICE - 10:30 am 10:30 am - Celebration Service

New Life

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

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Main House&&Video Video Sanctuary CafeCafe

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8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church

WAREHOUSE WORKER Metrie has a F/T opportunity avail. for Graveyard or Afternoon shifts, 40hrs./wk with our growing company. Experience is an asset. Must be career driven to join our dynamic team!

Opportunity available for career advancement! Competitive Wages & Benefits! Fax resume: 604-888-5242 E-mail: Marcello.Fortuna @metrie.com

9325 Main Street / 604.792.6844

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

WOODLAWN MT. CHEAM FUNERAL HOME 45865 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604 793-4555 www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca

HELP WANTED

Call Today 604.702.5552

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES Housekeeping Attendants

Join our fantastic team at the Best Western Plus Regency Inn and Conference Centre!

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS LOCAL Dairy farm looking for Office Assistant to cover maternity leave. 4 days/week (flexible). Duties include data entry, a/p, a/r, and some payroll. Prior office experience using Sage and Excel required. Starting end of February. Please email resume to cpfoffice@uniserve.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

PIPELAYERS

Experience in residential draintile & services

Required for job sites in the Lower Mainland. Fax resume to: 604-460-7853 or email: wmader@telus.net

Required immediately. Prior exp. an asset. P/T & F/T shifts avail. Responsible for cleaning guest rooms & common areas. Hotel offers competitive wages Apply in person with resume:

BEST WESTERN REGENCY INN 32110 Marshall Rd. Abbts

sales@bwregency.bc.ca

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INSURANCE

Insurance: Personal Lines and Auto

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

Experience in moulding, millwork, doors and interior finishing detail an asset. F/T - Monday-Friday. Strong Client Base, Competitive Wages, Co. Perks & Health Beneﬁts After 3 Months. Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: johnh @westcoastmoulding.com

Wheeler Homemakers Insurance is looking for a P/T experienced & licensed Autoplan and Personal Lines CSR. Competitive wages and extended health & benefits. Email resume to: info@wheelerhomemakers.com

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HELP WANTED

Vantage Way 7979 Vantage Way, Delta, V4G 1A6

Pressroom Helpers/ Stackers We have several openings for Press Helpers/ Stackers at our Delta location. Preference given to those with experience in this field, but is not necessary. Shifts are 12 hours/3 shifts per week or 9.5 hours/4 shifts per week. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. References required. Starting wage is $14.31/hr. Interested applicants should email their resume and references to Linda Wischoff at: lwischoff@blackpress.ca Competition closes: February 10, 2016 We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Fabricator / Welder The Langley Concrete Group Wants You! The LCG has a well established in-house fabrication department that is responsible for manufacturing a large amount of concrete mould equipment, machine components and other related products which are used in the daily production of quality precast concrete products. Abilities; • Use excellent interpersonal communication skills to work closely and cooperatively with Vice-President of Manufacturing, Senior/Production Coordinators, and other welders • Prioritize project requirements, multi task, while staying focused on the project on hand. • Work from blue prints, CAD drawings, and concept drawings. • Accuracy and attention to detail in both work and appearance. • Strong practical welding skills and proven ability to fabricate structural form work or related items. Requirements: • Minimum 3-5 years practical work / welding exp. preferably in a manufacturing setting • Min. “C” level welding training, Red seal Fabricator / Fitter preferred • Valid BC driver’s license and reliable transportation • Project portfolio and pictures

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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 LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME REPAIRS

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

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560

1 As in movers we trust. Same day moves & deliveries. Reliable Honest Movers. Starting $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING POLARBEARPAINTING.COM Paint 3 rooms walls only for $299. Cel: 604-866-6706

www.paintspecial.com

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CHIMNEY SERVICES

LIONS VIEW CHIMNEY & Fireplace; BBB, WCB1-604-218-7249 or www.lionsviewchimney.ca

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CLEANING SERVICES

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

Adjacent 2 bedroom cottage. 1 bath $800/mo. plus utils.

M&M Meat Shops Franchise for sale in Cranbrook, BC. Owners retiring. Busy main street location. Call Kathy Hosseini @ 1-519-895-2580 ext. 448 kathy@mmms.ca

PLUMBING

Negotiable rates if rented together. Long term tenants preferred. Very private area near Deroche. Close to Lougheed Hwy. Situated on beautiful acreage. Refs. Req. Pets negotiable. Email: lverrall@shaw.ca

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Experienced, honest meticulous cleaning lady has 2 openings, products supplied. Call (604)791-8290

ROOF REPAIRS. Fast, efficient, and reliable. Please call Jason for a quote, (604)807-0786

New SRI Manufactured homes Singles $74,900. Doubles $94,900. PARK SPACES AVAILABLE REPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010 www.glenbrookhomes.net Chuck 604-830-1960 Trades. Financing. Permits.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206

SUITES, LOWER

636

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

MORTGAGES

DUMP IT! Will haul anything anytime. 12’ trailer and truck. Off season rates. Steve, (604)845-5296

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1.) Attractive salary and beneﬁts including extended health, life insurance, critical illness insurance, employee assistance program, etc. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Future personal growth and development program.

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CHILLIWACK: Bachelor, 55+. Feb. 1st. Lam flrs, curtains, water/heat, free lndry, NS/NP. 604-997-7337

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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HOMES FOR RENT

3,200sf. 3 bedroom 2 level home with ofﬁce & workshop. 2.5 bath $1600/mo. + utils.

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

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

42904 Tait Road, Mission

REAL ESTATE

TREE SERVICES

A & D TREE & GARDEN Hedges, Tree Pruning/Removal, Leaf Blowing, Landscaping. Fully Insured / Free Estimates 28 Yrs Exp. Call 604-845-5547

PETS

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

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PETS

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

RENTALS

WORK WANTED

Position wanted: GAC/Home Health Care Worker Experienced/Affordable/Convenient for $25/hr will assist you with your daily living needs such as: • Cooking • General Household chores For more information please contact: Terry Kovacs 604.491.4458(h) or 604.798.5192(c) terry.b.kovacs@gmail.com

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ELECTRICAL

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

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DURIOD SHINGLES, $10 per bundle. Buy all - cheaper. Call 604-7951060.

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

LAZY BOY RECLINER pale green leather, in exc shape. (Paid $400). MOVING. $100. Call 604-847-0939

UNDER $100

1.5 bath, adult oriented building, all appliances incl. microwave, full-size washer & dryer incl. No smoking, no pets, no BBQ’s. $1100/m. For appointment call 604-997-7223 No Sunday calls

DOWN TO BUSINESS WINDOWS & DOORS

Residential, Commercial & Institutional We are one of the largest suppliers of windows and doors in all of BC 8104 Evans Rd, Chilliwack 604-792-6700

westeckwindows.com

APARTMENT/CONDO Beautiful 2 bdrm Edward Street

9430 NOWEL ST. 604-824-0264 pick a part

2nd and 3rd ﬂoor with patio, $550 & up! bachlor and one bedroom suite remain! Rent includes water, heat & parking, laundry on first floor, adult oriented with elevator. Avail Feb. 1st.

TRANSPORTATION 851

TRUCKS & VANS

2003 FORD 250 XL Super Duty. 4 X 4 With canopy. 346,000 kms. $3,850. obo.

Call Kevin: 604-851-4509

To Advertise in this space call 604-702-5552

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