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WeeMedical Dispensary Chilliwack manager Shayli Vere inside the new dispensary opened up on Fifth Avenue.

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hilliwack is just the latest community to face the legal and jurisdictional morass of medical marijuana dispensaries.

Abbotsford has been dealing with the issue for months, and is currently seeking an injunction to shut down a pot shop and ban the owner from the city.

Don Briere, who owns over a dozen dispensaries in B.C. Ontario, was “You are in a and denied a business terrible licence by the city of Abbotsford. situation.

The city won an injunction in B.C. It’s not a Court in situation I Supreme January in which a think that’s judge said Briere’s Weeds Glass and fair for any Gifts store violated city council city bylaws.

Briere is steadto be in.” fast and says not only will he stay - Port Alberni open now, he’ll Councillor stay open if a judge Chris Alemany rules against him and orders another of his shops, Mary Jane’s Glass and Gifts, to shut down.

Meanwhile, municipalities across B.C. have been forced to address this situation where, in the face of promised federal legalization, they are asked to regulate what is still an illegal product.

WeeMedical Dispensary Society opened up in Chilliwack on March 19, three days after being threatened with fines and legal action by city hall.

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hose behind a new marijuana dispensary just open in Chilliwack say they have been overwhelmed with support and encouragement from the general public.

From city hall, however, not so much.

WeeMedical Dispensary held its grand opening on Saturday, the latest of about half a dozen similar shops run by a society based in Vancouver.

“People are so thankful we are here,” manager Shayli Vere told the Times during a visit to the tidy, sparse shop on Fifth Avenue a day before they opened.

“We really think we are going to be a great addition to the community,” said May Joan Liu,

Chilliwack’s new medical marijuana dispensary is welcomed by patients . . . but not city hall a board member of the WeeMedical Dispensary Society, which runs a number of similar shops in places like North Vancouver, Nanaimo and Port Alberni.

But three days before the shop even opened its doors, the owners and the society were made aware of just how unwelcome they are at city hall.

“They are in contravention of the criminal code and the city’s zoning and licensing bylaws,” Mayor Sharon Gaetz said Tuesday.

The city’s lawyers, Vancouver-based Lidstone & Company, issued a warning letter on March 16

to the society and the two owners, David Ronald Andre and Brian Stewart Elderkin of Chilliwack.

In it, lawyer Sara Dubinsky explains that the only zone where distribution of marijuana is permitted in Chilliwack is in the Agricultural Land Reserve, so the dispensary is in violation of the allowed uses of the commercial zone where it’s located.

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s understandable attention was paid to the 24-year-old man killed in a construction accident in Chilliwack on March 11, and a fundraising effort began for his young family left behind, the other injured man was almost forgotten.

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Who is Charlotte Helene Schultz?

It shouldn’t be hard to find out. She was born in 1903 and she died in 1994. And her gravestone is, well, it’s right there next to that of Hilda and August Anderson at Chilliwack Cemeteries on Little Mountain.

But Anderson family members say Charlotte’s plaque doesn’t belong there since she is not related to the family in any way.

“It’s just frustrating and it may remain frustrating,” Elaine Anderson told the Times during a recent visit Elaine and her husband Neal Anderson made to Chilliwack from Victoria to see the family plot.

Neal is the son of Frances Anderson who is the daughter of Hilda and August. August purchased the plot in 1963 when Hilda died. He died in 1974.

Then Frances died just last summer, in August of 2015. Her husband Bernhard passed before her and his ashes were spread up in the Ryder Lake area. Frances’s were too, but the family decided that wasn’t enough, in terms of a memorial, and they wanted a plaque placed at the family plot at Chilliwack Cemeteries.

But when they visited Hilda and August’s plot, they found an “interloper” as they call it, a plaque not only on the Anderson plot but so near to touching Neal’s grandparent’s gravestone that strands of grass can barely grow between them.

And that plaque is for Charlotte Helene Schultz, who must be a relative, according to cemetery policy and records. Not so, according to the Andersons.

“There is no possible connection to the family,” Elaine said. “This part of the family tree is a twig.

We know all of the parts and this woman is not connected in any way with either side of the family.”

But Chilliwack Cemeteries manager Bev Van Winkle says their records are detailed, accurate and the family must be mistaken.

The problem may lie with the legality. According to the rules, a direct descendent of a family member may have their cremains placed on a plot of that family member, despite protestations from other family members who may not like he or she, or who may not even know they exist.

“We run into these situations on a constant basis,” Van Winkle said. “We are dealing with emotions here.”

condition in hospital after suffering a broken torso, spinal cord damage, lung trauma and broken leg and ankle.

The accident occurred when a concrete pumper truck tipped over at a Garrison Crossing construction site and trapped both Alvarado and Sebastian Gomez Obando, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Obando’s name was quickly released, and a fundraising

effort began for him and his young family. But the name of the injured man was left unreported.

Alvarado has a spouse, Rosario, and two young daughters, all of whom are preparing for a long road to recovery and uncertainty considering how serious his injuries are.

“His spouse, Rosario, will need to take an indefinite leave of absence from her job to be by Gerson’s side,” the

Little peace for family who say their gravesite has been hijacked

All this comes down to the overseer of the Cremation, Interment and Funeral Services Act, Consumer Protection B.C. (CPBC). The Andersons reported the situation to CPBC, which investigated Chilliwack Cemeteries.

Van Winkle says they gave all the information to CPBC about the interment of Schultz in 1994, but Elaine Anderson wonders, who made that claim of familial connection and how did they substantiate it?

“There certainly was no Anderson family contact,” Elaine said.

The cemetery business is one of emotion, raw and everlasting. Van Winkle said the records from 1994 show that a family came from Vancouver Island specifically to have Charlotte Helene Schultz placed in that spot, right next to August and Hilda Anderson’s gravestone. And sometimes people just don’t know about long lost siblings, children given up for adoption, offspring of mistresses.

All the paperwork was done and the guidelines were followed, she said.

“We’ve done everything in our power,” Van Winkle said. “How much more can we do?”

As for Elaine and Neal Anderson, they are upset, but still went ahead with placing the plaque last month for Frances and Bernhard Anderson on the plot, with that of Charlotte Schultz in between the Anderson stones.

They say there is little more they can do.

They’ve tried to contact Schultzes far and wide in the phone book to find a living relative. They’ve exhausted what CPBC can do. They even contacted a lawyer who told them that because the Schultz plaque was placed in 1994, before the ownership of the cemetery changed hands in 1998, even if plots were sold fraudulently, legal action would be difficult and would very possibly not result in reimbursement of costs of the fees. ◗ The Andersons had placed an ad in community papers asking if anyone knew Charlotte Helene Schultz, and if they could contact Chilliwack Cemeteries at 604-795-3051.

GoFundMe account set up in the family’s name says. “She is determined to be there to support him through every step and every challenge that he will certainly face as he recovers.

“This accident has transformed Gerson’s life and his family has suddenly experienced many emotional, physical, spiritual and financial changes. They must prepare for many more challenges

ahead, including moving to a new home that will accommodate Gerson’s new needs.”

In addition to the GoFundMe page at www.gofundme. com/p2ut7ec4, there are two other ways people can donate: via email transfer to webelieveteamG2016@gmail.com; and, the family has opened a trust account at VanCity bank in trust for Gerson Alvarado, account number 67496, branch number 50.

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argaret Reveley and Elizabeth Daley are like many sisters in a lot of ways, but they share something most siblings don’t.

Specifically a kidney, and more precisely, Margaret’s.

Six months ago, almost to the day, the life-changing transplant surgery that breathed new life into Daley has also brought the two closer together.

“It turns out that we pretty much won the donor jackpot because we could not have been a better match,” Reveley said. “It was so good we may as well have been twins.”

With a 25 per cent success rate among family members, that’s not a given.

“The odds are not good,” Reveley, the younger of the two said. “If I was a betting person in Vegas, I wouldn’t

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Margaret Reveley and Elizabeth Daley nearly six months after a successful transplant of Reveley’s kidney to her sister. bet on that.” But it was a gamble that paid off for these sisters.

“She gave me life back, not just in the literal sense but also the joy of life and to wake up each day not tied to a machine,” said Daley in her gentle voice. “Everyday is a whole new set of possibilities and freedom and hope for the future.”

There are no words to describe it, according to the 62-year-old.

“How can you thanks someone for

saving your life, and to do so they’re willing to give up a part of their own body,” she said.

Not wanting to admit any frailties, Daley had kept her failing kidneys a secret from even her sister until she was finally forced to go on dialysis. She said her fatigue, decrease in motivation and depression weren’t helping her health when she was

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Today both are well, but Trevor will one day need another kidney. die on that waiting list.

March is Kidney Health Month in Canada, and she’s pushing along with many others for people to sign organ donation cards.

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But Trevor Thornley, now 23, still goes to St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver every three months for tests, he takes medications and, one day, he’ll need another kidney.

“People don’t realize this, if you get a cadaver kidney you’re lucky if it lasts 10 years,” Colleen said. “Trevor’s alive donation, maybe 15 to 20 years. There are a lot of people waiting for kidneys.”

Colleen’s donation in 2010, which saved her son’s life, turned her into an evangelist for organ donation.

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RCMP Cpl. Lee Dyson spotting distracted drivers from up high at the intersection of Vedder Road and Luckakuck Way last Friday.

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he day after a distracted driving blitz by the RCMP in Chilliwack and across the province, a woman was seen driving while eating with a spoon out of a plastic container.

The message not only isn’t getting through to some people, there was a small online backlash against the enforcement effort last Friday at Chilliwack’s busiest intersection, Vedder Road and Luckakuck Way. “We have 12 officers here and we can’t keep up with the number of offences,” Const. Mike Sabulsky said on the scene.

With help from RCMP Cpl. Lee Dyson high in the sky with binoculars in a City of Chilliwack bucket truck, along with members of Chilliwack Speed Watch, during a two-hour period on March 17, Mounties issued 37 violation tickets for using an electronic device.

They also issued 18 tickets for seat-belt violations, 16 for defective

Backlash to RCMP blitz shows that drivers still not serious about safety vehicles, one for a bad red-light move, one for an improper motorcycle helmet and three for unsafe vehicles.

They even issued one three-day immediate roadside prohibition for alcohol.

According to ICBC, distracted driving kills 81 people a year and has passed impaired driving to become the second leading cause of car crashes on B.C. roadways.

“No call or text is so important it’s worth risking your life,” said Chilliwack RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Mike Rail. “Let calls go to voicemail and ignore your text messages while driving.”

And while the statistics are hard to ignore, including the number of violators nabbed on March 17, and that the campaign was meant to send a message, some folks were more angry at the enforcement

than the danger caused by traffic law offenders.

“Priorities,” one Facebook commenter wrote. “Here’s an idea. . . why not set up the scissor lift on Williams and Yale on a Friday or Saturday night and actually try to fight more serious crime then not wearing a seat belt. Or talking on a cellphone.”

“That’s just wrong on so many levels,” said another, and yet another: “Good job on wasting our tax dollars how much does that truck cost while people are getting robbed, hurt and worse[?]”

But others understood the point.

“Glad they are helping getting the message across about distracted driving and penalizing those who are guilty,” said one commenter.

“Good on them,” said another.

“Do what it takes to make driving in this town better.”

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A strategic planning session was hosthe time has come to engage the citizens of Chilliwack about how ed in December 2015 with interested housing and service providers through to tackle homelessness.

“Homelessness is affecting people all the Chilliwack Healthier Community across Canada and is bigger than one network to talk about the development municipality alone,” Mayor Sharon Gae- of the plan, and provide input on potentz said in a city press release. tial strategies for addressing “Creating a plan to ensure housing and support needs to everyone has the opportunity prevent homelessness in Chilto be housed requires the parliwack. A total of 37 people ticipation and support of the representing 23 agencies and community.” organizations participated in EB IRST that session.

In reflection after months of planning and feedback, and First reported on Consultation has been an the Homelessness Action Plan chilliwacktimes.com integral part of the planning Background Report issued process and will continue to be earlier this month, on March 29 a pub- an important component of the devellic engagement meeting is planned at opment plan moving forward, accordEvergreen Hall to talk about the issue. ing to city hall.

The homelessness report was prepared under a specially appointed task ◗ The public engagement meeting is force, including members of the Chil- March 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Evergreen liwack Healthier Community Housing Hall (9291 Corbould St.). Those interestFirst Task Team, as well as individu- ed in participating can view the backals and organizations from a variety of ground report online at chilliwack.com/ social service organizations. homelessness.

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When asked if INAC would permit the development to go ahead despite band opposition, a spokesperson directed the Times to the “Locatee Lease Policy and Directive,” and said members of the department attended a community meeting on March 11.

“We are following up with Chief and Council to identify their specific concerns for departmental consideration, and will also follow up with the Locatee before making a formal decision on the lease development,” the spokesperson said via email.

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essentially prevented Soowahlie citizens and leadership from having any meaningful involvement in the decision-making process. If INAC and the developer had their way, construction would already be underway despite the clear objections voiced by Soowahlie leadership and citizens.”

The development is also controversial as it is proposed by the non-aboriginal widow of a Soowahlie band member, who herself has band status.

The developer of the project, Larry Les, said the holder of the land on Soowahlie, Lynn Commodore, wants the grant of the lease, and INAC has obligations to grant the lease.

“While some public views are passionately held, there is a process under the Act that protects the interest of the stakeholders,” Les told the Times last week.

he Soowahlie First Nation (SFN) band and council have now formally petitioned the federal government to stop a Chilliwack developer from receiving a 99-year-lease on reserve land to build 200 homes near Cultus Lake.

On March 22, the SFN filed a band council resolution (BCR) with Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) outlining their official opposition to the development on 28 acres of Soowahlie land.

“The process for the proposed 99-year commercial lease is fraught with paternalistic activities by INAC officials that threaten to create and foster long-term social impacts to the community,” said SFN Chief Brenda Wallace in a press release issued Tuesday. “The process has

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ur page one stories today about a medical marijuana dispensary opening up in Chilliwack are illustrative of the jurisdictional pickle that municipalities are often put in when other levels of government shirk or postpone their responsibilities.

Federal policy in many areas is felt on the ground, and dealt with on the streets in cities and towns by municipal staff, and by mayors and councillors, the latter of whom are mostly part-time elected officials.

If, for example, Indigenous & Northern Affairs Canada allows a housing development on the Soowahlie reserve in the face of band opposition, expect an increase in vehicles to Cultus Lake, and city hall will get blamed for traffic jams on Vedder Road in the summer.

People even personally blame the mayor for train shunting on the CN Rail line at Young Road.

And marijuana. Legalization is clearly the most logical next step and, if Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is true to his word, is on the way. Health Canada, in the meantime, needs to allow for medical cannabis to be distributed in better ways than is done currently.

Meanwhile, city hall spends money on lawyers, bylaw enforcement and RCMP resources, which get redirected from elsewhere in the city.

Municipalities always seem to bear the brunt of policy decision at all levels.

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March is Fraud Awareness Month, and to help raise awareness the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) conducted a survey of business owners that gives unique insight into how prevalent the problem is. One in five business owners have been a victim of fraud in the past year, and another 30 per cent have had fraud attempted on their businesses. Not surprisingly, over 40 per cent did not report the fraud that is considered too time-consuming for its potential benefit.

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Editor: Stephen L. Gray’s lengthy, sanctimonious diatribe (Times, March 17) against legalized assisted suicide shows a very narrow-minded, non-compassionate view of this matter.

Murder is the illegal taking of another person’s life without justification or the consent of the victim.

Assisted suicide is (now) the legal ending of another person’s life with justification and the informed consent of the recipient. In other words, polar opposites. Legal homicide (war, self-defence, public protection by police) lies somewhere in between these extremes.

Mr. Gray sees the legislation as promoting uncontrolled, frivolous and/or malicious ending of incapacitated people’s lives. This is nonsense. The medical and legal professions are quite capable of controlling the use of this procedure as long as comprehensive safeguards are put in place. And mature adults are quite capable of deciding, in advance of or during a debilitating medical condition, whether or not they would wish to continue to live where their quality of life is dwindling to zero without any hope of improvement.

Robert Blacklock Chilliwack

No right to interfere with my body Editor: In a recent letter, MLA Mark Strahl stated that the upcoming vote on right to die will be a “conscience vote” for him. What does he mean by “conscience vote?”

In my experience, someone expressing that sentiment means that they intend to do what they want, regardless of what others might say.

That is not the role of an elected representative, in my view.

Let’s take for an example some words spoken by very influential man who walked this world many years ago, “Don’t step on my blue suede shoes!”

Those shoes belonged to Elvis and he was the one who should decide whether someone else should step on his shoes, not someone else. One might claim that there must have been a shoe maker who made those shoes, and even assert that they know the shoe maker. They might further represent what they think the shoe maker wants with regards those shoes, but none of that matters because the shoe maker no longer owns those shoes. Those shoes belong to Elvis.

If someone claims that someone else has some moral right to step-

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Online: www.chilliwacktimes.com Email: editorial@chilliwacktimes.com Mail: 45951 Trethewey Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 1K4 Letters must include first and last name, and a daytime phone number. Please remember, brevity is the soul of wit. ping on Elvis’ shoes, they must show reasons why this is necessary. Given all the wild and exclusive claims regarding people’s points of view regarding aesthetics, we are unlikely to find agreement through personal opinion so where to look? The only place to look, in my view, is in the area of well-being. Does an action or inaction move us to improving human well-being? If it does, there can be a justification but if not then there is no basis to override Elvis’s wishes regarding his shoes.

The same is true of my body or your body. I have no right to interfere with your body, or you with mine, unless it can be shown that this is necessary to promote human well being. No one else owns either me, or you. Certainly not the shoe maker . . . if there was one.

The decision as to the right to die belongs to the individual and should be allowed for anyone of sound mind at any time. So long as their time and method does not cause over riding harm to another, they should be allowed to proceed.

That’s simple as pie. If someone has cancer in their leg and the medical assessment is that they will die without amputation of the leg, adults are allowed to choose the amputation or not. The same should be true of other life decisions.

Mr. Strahl has lost much support in the community because of claims to knowing what his personal shoe maker wants but as none of that, including the existence of that shoe maker, has been demonstrated, decisions which affect human well being must be made on the basis of real world evidence. There is no place for a shoe maker out of an old story in deciding on how you or I decide. If someone wishes to derive their guidance from Geppetto in the book about Pinocchio, then that is their affair but I don’t want that applied to my life, thanks very much.

Keep your superstitions out of our lives. If you have to align your life with what you imagine some old book says, then fill your boots. Keep that nonsense out of my life, the lives of my family and everyone else.

Norm Keller Chilliwack

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Editor: In response to Stephen J. Gray, regarding “murder.”

You keep calling doctor-assisted suicide “murder,” and you seem to find it the most appalling thing you can imagine.

What I find appalling is that you’d force someone to suffer months or years of excruciating pain with no way to opt-out, because you personally don’t think he should be allowed to die. That’s inhumane and cruel in my eyes. Have you no compassion?

My choice to live or die does not affect you in any way, and I thank the Supreme Court for not letting your personal beliefs affect my right to choose to leave this world peacefully and with dignity.

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Editor: Stephen J. Gray argues, in “The marketing of murder in Canada” (March 17, Times), that all forms of euthanasia are to be considered acts of murder; however, I believe the matter is rather more complicated than that—if only because centuries of moral philosophy have grappled mightily with this subject.

If someone in agony has no chance of recovery, and we take proactive measures to prolong that condition, are we really serving the interests of justice and humanity?

I think not. There are times when refusing to extend a life, or even terminating it, is the right thing to do. Such decisions, however, are profoundly difficult for all concerned.

Errors in reasoning, self-interest, even malice might run counter to our best interests.

Thankfully, civilization provides certain checks and balances, which, although imperfect and in need of ongoing improvement, assist us in making the right choice. Our legacy of law, medicine, and morality is what Mr. Gray insists could never justify an act that would end anguish. This strikes me as arrogant. I would never claim to be wise enough to make such a judgment. When some of the best minds in society collectively concur that extreme measures ought not to be employed to extend a person’s suffering and, more to the point, that same individual—in a state of sound mind—likewise wishes an end to it all, there might very well be a case for state-sanctioned euthanasia.

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Celebrate his power over death

BY REG TOEWS Greendale MB Church

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pring is one of the greatest times of the year. We end the winter where there has been increased darkness and cold. Plants have died off, rain and dreariness seemed to pervade those few months.

Frankly, I find it a bit depressing. But spring is a time of new growth. We have snowdrops planted in our lawn. These small plants with white flowers are one of the earliest plants to show themselves and, for me, are a sign that spring is just around the corner.

New life, in all its forms, is a sign of hope and joy. The interesting thing about new growth is that it comes from old growth. A plant, as it ends its life, puts energy into reproduction. The flower is often the sign that the reproductive cycle has begun. The seeds are produced through the flower and when it dies it reseeds into the soil around the plant. There is a logical truth with spiritual significance here.

This is Holy Week for

the Christian church.

During this week there are remembrances of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Jesus lived life here on earth as a normal human being.

He came as the one sent

by God and He was God. The gospel of John tells us that Jesus was God come in the flesh. The life of Jesus, including his many teachings, can help us to know God and follow Him. His life was perfect and yet his

enemies were able to get the common people, who at times adored him, to come to the place where they wanted him dead.

One particular teaching that Jesus gave us was this: Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies it remains dead. This truth is clearly shown in the life of Jesus. His life was important to understand and know God but his death, as horrible as it was, brought even greater

returns for it brought us life.

The death of Jesus was the way that God’s love was shown to us. Our sin put Jesus on the cross.

God’s love paid for our sin so that we can live.

John tells us that this life from God is a gift. The question for this week is, “What are you doing with God’s gift of life?”

It is incredibly simple to receive. Recognize that we are all sinful people and that our sin keeps us from God. Accept that God gave us the gift of real, true life because of what took place at Jesus’ death and personally accept this gift through a declaration in your heart and speech.

Jesus death came to bring us life. As you see the new growth of spring all around you, can you rejoice in having new life in you? Even as Jesus died, so new life came through His resurrection.

His is alive—embrace the gift of life and celebrate his power over death. ◗ Reg Toews is lead pastor with Greendale MB Church. He can be reached pastorreg@shaw.ca.

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Always an independent woman in the past, her new reliance on a machine to stay alive was disheartening.

But now Daley is doing better than ever, thanks to her sister’s generosity.

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organs at end of life is an obvious decision to make, and Colleen says she wishes more people would sign up. She was at Cottonwood Mall earlier this month encouraging just that. She also points out, interestingly, that even donating a kidney while alive is much harder on the recipient than the donor.

Trevor’s life was saved, but he was on anti-rejection drugs for a long time, he will be on medication for life, and his donated kidney won’t last forever.

Colleen, who was 50 at the time of her donation, on the other hand, is just fine and was out of St. Paul’s

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People becoming more aware “They think they’re all alone with waiting for an organ, no matter which organ it is,” Daley said mid- this disease, and they’re not,” Reveley said.

March after the And along with duo had just fin“It’s almost kind education, the ished a three-day expo at a local of bigger than the sisters are hoping to increase the mall. two of us, that number of people “We got 51 people signed up on such a simple thing who donate their organs. the spot,” she said. can make such a They’ve seen first “I think people are hand the difference becoming more change.” it can make. aware.”

“It’s almost kind That’s exactly - Margaret Reveley of bigger than the their goal: raising two of us, that such awareness. With one-in-ten Canadians affected by a simple thing can make such a the disease, there are a lot of people change,” Reveley said. “And not just in her, it’s been life changing in me who feel isolated.

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But if it was goaltending that hurt them in game three, it was a prominent influence in Tuesday’s 4-2 win.

“Aidan Pelino was one of the best guys on the ice [on Tuesday],” Tatarnic said.

The Chiefs netminder saved 36 shots in the second game of the Town Toyota Center series, while his teammates picked up the offensive pace.

Darien Craighead scored two of Chilliwack’s four goals, with Ryan Forbes and Dennis Cholowski pitching in with singles.

Tatarnic knows his team will be facing a desperate Wild on the edge of elimination, but aside from a rest day Wednesday he isn’t changing

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“We just want to keep doing what we’re doing,” he said. “We’re just going to keep doing the things that make us successful on the ice.”

A win on Thursday puts the Chiefs into the next round of playoffs: a double round robin elimination format with all three divisional champions that starts next Tuesday.

The Nanaimo Clippers will be waiting, having eliminated Powell River in only four games.

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After giving up game three 5-1 in Wenatchee on Monday, the Chiefs set themselves up to advance after Tuesday’s 4-2 response for the win.

That road-series split followed a close pair of games at Prospera where the Chiefs edged the Wild Friday (4-3) and Saturday (3-2) last week to take an early 2-0 lead in round two.

Now with a 3-1 advantage, the Mainland division is within reach of the Chiefs as the teams face off Thursday in Chilliwack.

“It’s been fast hockey,” said Chilliwack Chiefs head coach Jason Tatarnic. “Two very good hockey teams that skate well.”

Monday’s loss—the Chiefs’ first in postseason play—forced the series into extra games.

“When a team’s down 2-0 you know they’re going to come out with some desperation,” Tatarnic said.

Chilliwack’s Jeremy Germain scored the game opener halfway through the first period before Wenatchee blanked the Chief ’s offence.

But it was netminding that made the difference according to Tatarnic.

“Goaltending wasn’t our strong suit on Monday and if you’re not getting goaltending, you’re not going to win games,” he said.

Goalie Aidan Pelino was struggling early in that game and was replaced by Matteo Esposito after

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Country’s finest hit curling club ice you get to showcase not only your host curling club, but the city and surrounding area,” said Hockley who has been involved in police curling since the early ‘70s.

He has been with the B.C. team through championship wins in 1985, 1986, 2011 and 2014.

This year teams are coming to Chilliwack from the Maritimes, Quebec, Ontario, Northern Ontar-

io, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.

The tournament was opened a few years ago to include all peace officers including federal fisheries, border guards, corrections officers and more.

Chilliwack’s Randy Nelson plays second for Hockley and Team BC. Nelson went to the Brier in 2005.

National honour for Sartori

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University of the Fraser Valley basketball star Kayli Sartori was named Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) second team All-Canadian last week, the second UFV women’s hoopster to earn a CIS All-Canadian nod (the first was Sarah Wierks, second team in the 2014-15 season). Chilliwack’s Sartori helped the Cascades to a national bronze medal in 2013-14 and earned all-tournament honours at the CIS Final 8, before she took the following season off. She rejoined the Cascades last fall and averaged 18.4 points per game to win the Canada West scoring title and finish fourth nationally.

The 6’1” fourth-year guard/forward out of W.J. Mouat Secondary in Abbotsford, B.C. also ranked among the league leaders in rebounding (7.7 per game, 11th), assists (4.5 apg, fourth), blocks

Masters golf fundraiser

The University of the Fraser Valley golf team hosts a 2016 Masters tournament pool fundraiser. Tickets are $20 and each one buys a five-player contender list for the upcoming PGA event. First prize is $500, second is $200 and third is $100. All extra funds will be put toward the UFV golf team travel and tournament costs. Email zacholson95@gmail.com if interested.

Join seniors slow pitch

Chilliwack senior slow pitch starts its 2016 season April 5 at Townsend Park. All seniors (55 and over for females, 60 and over for males) are welcome to come out and play. Games are held every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Registration begins April 5 at the park. The annual fee is $30 per player. For more information contact Gary at 604-792-3450

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Swiss women training at rink

The Prospera Centre welcomed the Swiss women’s hockey team this week for their training camp in preparation for the 2016 IIHF Ice Hockey Women’s World Championship to be held in Kamloops.

Hosting the European visitors is one of the initiatives helped into motion by Tourism Chilliwack to make Chilliwack a sports destination. Chilliwack’s RBC Cup host organizing committee also recently submitted its bid to

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BC’s brackets (U13, U15, U18, and women’s). The Pink Panthers host this year’s U18 provincial club championship and have created three game nights on Sundays where all ages are welcome to play. Visit www.chwkpinkpanthers.org for more details.

Huskers grocery fundraiser

The Valley Huskers Football Club is raffling off $250 worth of groceries per month for one year to raise funds for the upcoming season. The tickets sell for $10 each and are available from any board member, online at www.valleyhuskers.org or from the Save on Foods downtown Chilliwack store.

Ten per cent of the net proceeds will be donated to the Chilliwack Food Bank. The draw will take place at Save-on-Foods at 3 p.m. on May 23. Roaming ticket sales booths are coming to a casino or a grocery store near you.

Local gymnasts compete

The Twisters Gymnastics club held their Twisters Invitational event from March 11 to 13 (women’s division). Athletes from B.C., Nova Scotia and Japan were competing at the tournament.

Results for local athletes: JO 3: Caitlyn Carstensen - gold on vault, bronze all-around and on floor; Emily Hajiadem - 11th allaround JO 5: Chase Lloyd - eighth allaround JO 7: Sierra Stobbe - bronze on bars and beam, fourth all-around JO 9: Mikhayla Rosenow - gold on vault, bronze on floor, fifth allaround JO 10: Brienna Gaspar - gold on Floor, bronze all-around

Visit our website www.chilliwackminorhockey.com for details and how to apply.

Our primary focus is the selection of A1 Rep Coaches, however all applications will be accepted at this time.

The Coach Selection Committee is also seeking volunteers, interested parties should email coachcoordinator@chilliwackminorhockey.com

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MMA fighters prepare for bouts

Local MMA fighter Sabah “The Persian Warrior” Fadai (11-4) takes on Tito “Kid K.O.” Jones (11-8) in the co-main event at Triumph FC’s Inception event at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton, AB on April 22. The two will match up in the 145-pound weight division.

Fadai’s last fight was was May 29 last year when he defeated Parwez Ghulam at 1:31 in the second round due to stoppage for a TKO victory and the Unified MMA featherweight belt. That fight at the Mirage Banquet Hall in Edmonton extended his win streak to three which he will try to build on this April.

Also out of Chilliwack, Jamie “The Gremlin” Siraj will square off against Nick Ghaeni in the main event of BFL 43 at the Hardrock Casino in Coquitlam. The two will be fighting for the 135-pound pro title almost exactly one year after Ghaeni stopped Siraj’s eight fight win streak with a unanimous decision victory over the Gremlin at BFL 35. Ghaeni is undefeated (6-0, 2-0 pro) after beating Craig Maclean last November in the BFL 40 main event at Squiala Hall in Chilliwack. Siraj is now training at Tristar Gym in Montreal.

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› Cover Story { DISPENSARY, from page A1 } “Please be advised that if a marihuana dispensary commences operation at 46000 Fifth Avenue, the City may commence legal proceedings to enforce its bylaws without further notice,” the letter said.

The business opened up March 19, three days after receiving that letter, and Gaetz said fines to the operator and owners totalling $2,000 per day were issued March 20, 21 and 22, and would continue to be issued as long as they stay open.

Vere responded with a petition targeting Chilliwack city council to allow WeeMedical to do business as a dispensary society. After six days, as of Wednesday, it had 269 supporters.

Vere said the dispensary is run on the model of a health clinic.

“We are very clinical, very clean and we are here to support patients,” she said.

“We are here to provide accountability for the product out of our shop,” Liu added.

Various strains of cannabis are for sale at the clinic in prices ranging from $10 to $13 per gram. They also sell tinctures, capsules and edibles. Those purchasing products need a membership and have to be over 19 years of age. To get a membership, clients can show a dispensary card from elsewhere or can provide a note from a doctor or otherwise prove they have a condition listed

by Health Canada as treatable with medical marijuana. { CITY, from page A1 } shop in Port Alberni in October, but there the municipality took a very different approach.

While Chilliwack was “very, very aggressive,” according to WeeMedical Dispensary Society board member Mary Joan Liu, Port Alberni took a softer line.

Liu’s son Justin Liu runs a WeeMedical dispensary in Nanaimo and, as in Chilliwack last week, he opened up in Port Alberni overnight with no city approval.

This led to months of debate, culminating in a 5-2 vote last week to regulate dispensaries in Port Alberni in a way similar to Vancouver.

“We changed our zoning bylaw so that medical marijuana was a permitted use in commercial zones,” Port Alberni Coun.

Chris Alemany told the Times.

They also issued a business licence and added stipulations in the zoning to forbid dispensaries within 300 metres of schools or within 1,000 metres of one another.

“It’s a contentious issue but came together around trying to recognize that we had a potential problem on our hands

Dispensary being fined $2,000 a day According to data obtained by the Times in 2013, there were more than 500 personal use production licences in the City of Chilliwack, and 77 designated person production licences.

How that marijuana is distributed by the designated licensed growers is somewhat of a mystery.

“This is better than buying out of a guy’s car in the alley,” Vere said.

When asked about that, Gaetz referred the question to Chilliwack-Hope MP Mark Strahl or Health Canada.

“Health Canada is the body that is supposed to be regulating the distribution,” she said, adding and reiterating that WeeMedical is in violation of the criminal code and city bylaws.

“If it is legalized, and we anticipate that it will be, we anticipate there will be some regulation,” she said. “We will wait for those regulations to come down then the city will move in concert with the federal and provincial governments.”

As for the police and whether a crackdown can be expected, RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Mike Rail said only this: “Businesses and/or individuals operating in contravention of the Controlled Drug and Substance Act (CDSA) and Health Canada Regulations may be subject to investigation and criminal charges in accordance to Canadian laws.”

Port Alberni took a softer approach if more started to open up.”

And open up they did, with a total of nine at one point in the community of approximately 17,000.

But at least with the strict regulation in place, Alemany says now they have a stick to force those within 1,000 metres of WeeMedical (so far the only one to apply and receive a business licence) to shut down.

As for any advice to the City of Chilliwack, Alemany said municipalities are stuck between a rock and a hard place with this one.

“You are in a terrible situation,” he said.

“It’s not a situation I think that’s fair for any city council to be in. The only thing I would suggest is listen to your community and make the best decision you think is appropriate.”

At least for now, city hall isn’t listening to community feedback on the subject, but instead relying on legal advice.

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Tuesday, April 20, 5, 2016 Council Chambers Council Chambers Council Chambers 8550 8A4 8550Young YoungRoad, Road,Chilliwack, Chilliwack,B.C. B.C. V2P 8A4 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, B.C.V2P V2P 8A4 www.chilliwack.com www.chilliwack.com www.chilliwack.com TAKE NOTICE that the Council the City ofofChilliwack Chilliwack will hold Public Hearing, TAKE NOTICE that the Councilofofofthe theCity Cityof Chilliwackwill willhold holdaaaPublic PublicHearing, Hearing,asasnoted notedabove, TAKE NOTICE that the Council above, on the following items: above, on the following items: on the following items: 1.1.ZONING ZONINGBYLAW BYLAWAMENDMENT AMENDMENTBYLAW BYLAW2013, 2013,No. No.3944 3944(RZ000806) (RZ000806) Location: 5971 Wilkins Drive (a portion of) Owners: Alfred Sawatzky and Sawatzky Owners: 45460 Alfred Sawatzky andJenny Jenny Lynn45399 Sawatzky and 45470 Chehalis DriveLynn and Keith Wilson Road Location: 22 of the subject property, as shown on the map Purpose: ToTorezone a 634m portion Purpose: Field 634m portion Applicant: &rezone MartenaAssociates Inc. of the subject property, as shown on the map below, below,from fromananR1-A R1-A(One (OneFamily FamilyResidential) Residential)Zone ZonetotoananR1-C R1-C(One (OneFamily Family Residential – Accessory) Zone to facilitate a 2 lot subdivision and the Residential – Accessory) Zone to facilitate a 2 lot subdivision and the Purpose: To amend the text of the Zoning Bylaw with respect to the CD-10 (Comprehensive construction ofofaZone family with construction asingle single familyhome home withaalegal legal suite.

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› Showtime Best of the Fest

The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival – Best of the Fest Tour hits Chilliwack on March 26. Tickets are $18 and are available at The Centre Box Office, visit www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca or call 604-391SHOW(7469) for more information.

Legion entertainment

Wylie & The Other Guy play Legion Branch 280 March 25 and 26. Meat draws every Friday and Saturday starting at 5 p.m.

Folk song circle

The Chilliwack Folk Song Circle tunes up March 28. Hosted by Eric and Betty Armstrong. Come along bring a song or two and sing your heart out. All welcome. The Arts Room, unit 20-5725 Vedder Rd. (at Vedder Village) 7 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.

Movie lovers rejoice

The Chilliwack International Film Series returns for its 2016 Spring Series from March 30 to May 4, culminating in the thought-provoking ShortFest night on May 11.

Hosted by the Chilliwack Community Arts Council, in partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival circuit, the series features weekly screenings of six internationally acclaimed films. Brooklyn - March 30; Rams - April 6; The Lady in the Van April 13; My Internship in Canada - April 20; Youth - April 27; 45 Years - May 4; and ShortFest - May 11. All films start at 7 p.m. and take place at Cottonwood 4 Cinemas. Series passes are available at the Art Room (20-5725 Vedder Rd.), the Book Man (45939 Wellington Ave.), and Cottonwood 4 Cinemas (45380 Luckakuck Way) for $30 per person. Each series pass includes a bonus ShortFest Pass for the May 11 screening. Tickets for individual films and ShortFest can be purchased at Cottonwood 4 Cinemas for $6 per person on the day of each screening.

Spontaneous fun

SimPhoney Improv stages its “Fools Rush In” show at the Cowork Chilliwack Theatre (128465 Harvard Place) on April 1 commencing at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy spontaneous and improvised fun with Chilliwack’s funniest group. Tickets are $15 and include beverage and dessert. More info from 604-702-9850

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April 11 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. There will be no session March 28 (Easter Monday). Call the Silver Surfers program at 604701-9794.

Metis culture

Chilliwack Metis Association hold their first

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Are you interested in learning about Metis Culture? Come and see what we have to offer.

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“It’ll be a Mighty Fine Time” April 2 at Tractorgrease Cafe. Show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets $20 and available at Tractorgrease Cafe or by calling 604-858-3814.

Outsider Songwriter Stories From Beyond the Pale Original Songs performed by Rick Genge, Rockland Moran, Lori Paul and Clay Thornton. A CD release party celebrating Moran’s new album “Touch the Ground.”

Go go Gogos

The Chilliwacky Gogos, a fundraising group for the Stephen Lewis Foundation ‘Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign,’ invite you to join them at their fun and productive monthly meeting. They will be

planning their annual Sunflower Seedling Sale, which will be held May 7. Next meeting is Tuesday, April 5 from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. at the Birchwood Retirement Home on Patten Avenue. Call Erin at 604-791-9645 for more information.

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If you go Jen Lane: April 7 at the Tractorgrease Cafe. Tickets are $10 available from Tractorgrease by calling 604-858-3814.

Happy to be back in the fast Lane

BY ALEX BRANDER Special to the Times

fell in love with. We were scattered out says she knew the instant she heard Big amongst all these acreages and farms.

Star’s track, there was a cover in the makYou could be working in the studio, you ing. The audience can expect to hear a few covers at Lane’s shows, this along with need a break, step outside into this beautiful wilderness and tranquility.

JJ Cale’s “Crazy Mama,” featured on her “I still definitely have my folk-roots and husband John Antoniuk’s duet album self in there, but this album has more of Jen & John. an old country flair, from listening to old Antoniuk plays in Lane’s band, as well vinyls and Gram Parson, as Lane playing in his Emmylou Harris.” band Smokekiller.

“I still definitely There are a few tracks Jen & John, a lowkey about the restlessness solo-acoustic release as an have my folkLane felt of missing the EP on the duo’s label Poor roots self in road, including “1st Day Kitty, swings back and of Spring”, where she forth between roots and there, but this sings about going outside modern indie folk, as the album has more on crutches and finding two songwriters take turns snowed in. During at the helm. It’s been six of an old country herself the recording process, years since Jen Lane’s For what Lane describes as the Night, and Jen & John, flair . . . ” “the most bizarre feeling,” strong in its own right, - Je Jen n La L ne she received news of her served as a warm-up for grandfather passing away Lane after recovering from shortly after arriving at the a foot injury. studio.

There were even plans to head to the “My grandpa was an artist, the last thing U.S. to work with John Keane, who has he made is a totem pole, it’s in Lumsden, producer credits on nearly every ’90s in Saskatchewan, right now.”

R.E.M. release, along with Cowboy JunkLane and Antoniuk do all of their own ies and then alt-country festival regulars booking and run their own record label, like Vic Chesnutt, Billy Bragg and Uncle Poor Kitty. “We have a cat and we’d say, Tupelo. Instead, This Life of Mine was ‘Oh poor kitty, we’re going to have to leave recorded at Bottega studio, on a 13-acre you with a house sitter, you’re going to property in Kelowna, and the album have to tough it out.’” Regardless of the cat’s proper wears its influences on its sleeve, feelings, Lane is happy to be touring again. steering closer to the “good ol’ country type folk-roots music” Lane said. ◗ Jen Lane plays the Tractorgrease Café “[Bottega] was beautiful, you really April 7 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 and didn’t feel like you were in Kelowna. available from Tractorgrease by phone There’s wine orchards everywhere, there at 604-858-3814. were alpacas on the property that I just

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laying the Tractorgrease Café April 7, Jen Lane returns to Chilliwack for the opening show of her western Canadian tour, in support of her new album This Life of Mine.

Jen Lane’s self-titled debut was nominated for Outstanding Independent Album at the Western Canadian Music Awards, previously the Prairie Music Awards, and follow-up For the Night for Roots Solo Recording of the Year in 2010.

She’s in the running again this year with This Life of Mine.

The “Western” refers to music from the west, but Lane makes music that fits under the umbrella of country and western music, and on her newest release this is more true than ever.

“There’s definitely a connection with the prairies, good ol’ country type folkroots music tends to have its roots everywhere, but I tend to draw inspiration from the prairies,” said Lane.

Alongside 10 originals, there’s a cover of Big Star’s “Thirteen” on the new record.

“It’s funny how many people have never heard of them, once they hear them they say, ‘oh I’ve heard that before.’ My husband bought me a record player for Christmas a couple of years ago, and that was one of the records he bought me.

When that song came on, I fell in love with it right away, I was like, what’s this!

Every once in awhile you hear that gem that you wish you would have written yourself.”

Lane was born on Friday the 13th, and

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OICES, the April 9 performance by the Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus (CSO&C), will be a feast for the eyes and ears.

With a show that is this eclectic, it’s hard to know just where to begin in describing the evening’s planned performances. The core group of orchestra and chorus will be joined by many other groups and talented individuals.

The concert will open with the male Chorus singing Gregorian chant, one of the early forms of music in western culture, and will end with all performers on stage singing Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” which has been specially arranged for orchestra, the Chilliwack Children’s Choir, Belle Voci and the Chilliwack Symphony Chorus by the CSO&C music director, Paula DeWit. However, between the haunting notes at the beginning of the evening and the very emotional ending, the concert will progress through the ages of music and will include pieces from Chesnekov, Mozart, Faure, Karl

Jenkins, and many more.

The lineup of guests is outstanding. Mayor Sharon Gaetz will make her Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra debut in the singing of a Jann Arden piece entitled “Saved.”

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rebecca Paulding and Andrew Byerlay make a great combination.

Expect to hear and delight in the Chilliwack pair singing selections from Mozart’s Opera, Così Fan Tutti in the first half of the concert.

The music community, along with the city of Chilliwack and the entire Fraser Valley, lost a gifted musician at the beginning of the year. Adrian Albulescu was the concertmaster for the Chilliwack Symphony for many years and a musical tribute is planned to honour his life.

Audrey Tan’s classical pointe solo dance to Thais’ Meditation accompanied by violinist Karina Slupski and harpist Miya Otake, will be her tribute to Albulescu.

Sixteen year old Richard Tichelman will be performing “House of the Rising Sun.” The Chilliwack Children’s Choir

will end the first half of the evening with Evening Prayer from the wellknown opera Hansel and Gretel. In addition to singing two gorgeous Faure pieces, the Chilliwack Symphony Chorus will sing a 1970 Chicago favourite, “Color My World” featuring Rebecca Paulding and CSO flautist, Carol Dymond.

The Andrews Sisters made Bei Mir bist du schon and “Boogy Woogie Bugle Boy” famous. The CSO Starlets can’t wait to perform those numbers for you complete with special arrangements for the orchestra.

The night will also feature a special piece very recently written by Joanne Hankey and Steve Cossins arranged for the CSO&C. This stunning work is composed to honour the Fraser River and will be showcased with a video of the river created by producer Matthew A. Hawkins. ◗ VOICES plays at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre April 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are available at The Centre in person or by phone at 604-391SHOW (7469) or online: boxoffice@ chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

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Call for entries

‘Goddess’ showing at gallery

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solo exhibit called “Goddess” by former Chilliwack secondary student George Rychter will be on display from April 1 to May 7 at the O’Connor Group Gallery at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre.

“Goddess” is an exotic visual journey, reflecting the artist’s 30-year passion on this subject.

On display at the O’Conner Group Gallery w ill be some 27 sculptures, including such mediums as steel, wood, George Rychter s t o n e , c l a y , resin, often in combinations. The walls will be filled with 50 drawings in graphite and pen and ink, including the wildly creative drawings in the round, which are executed on large Tusks, each of which is suspended independently in the middle of its own pyramidal

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These richly varied artistic creations slip between sublime ecstasy of the Moon Goddess, and Siren Series into a darker world of the midnight narrative, with the series Soliloquy, Tusks, and Grail.

“I am a graduate of Chilliwack

senior secondary in 1971—I think it was ’71—and was very much involved in their visual arts program,” Rychter said.

“It was my instructors at CSS who inspired me to apply to art school in England, which I did, and I received a BFA from Brighton Polytechnic in 1977, and

onto my MFA from University of Regina in 1979.”

he Chilliwack Visual Artists Associat i o n i s i s s u i n g this Call For Entry as an invitation to visual artists or art groups to submit entries for juried exhibitions to be held at The Chilliwack Art Gallery during the 2017 and 2018 calendar years.

To answer this call artists need to submit: ◗ A r t i s t s’ o r g ro u p s’ name(s) and contact information; ◗ Art media; ◗ Artist biography; ◗ Artist statement; ◗ Six to eight samples of your work on CD in jpeg or pdf format or good quality photographic prints minimum size 5” x 7.”

Submissions may be mailed to: CVAA Gallery Show Sub-

missions, 9201 Corbould St. Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 4A6 Or drop submission off at the O’Connor Group Art Gallery, 9201 Corbould St. during gallery hours (Wednesday to Saturday noon to 5 p.m.).

Submissions must be received by Aug. 30, 2016.

Artists will be notified of the jury’s decision by Oct. 1, 2016.

There is no cost for submitting but there are exhibition fees.

Fo r mo re in fo r mation refer to “overview of the competition” on the application form available from the CVAA website chilliwackvisualartists.com or pick up a copy from the art gallery desk during gallery open hours Wednesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.

◗ An opening reception will be held April 2 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the O’Connor Group Gallery.

The gallery, located at 9201 Corbould St., is open Wednesday to Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.

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Nora was born on Sept 26, 1928 in North Vancouver, British Columbia to Leonard and Mathilda (Tilly) Point. Nora married Arthur Hall in 1946 and had two children, Colleen and Kenny. Nora worked as a cook for Coqualeetza Hospital and CFB Chilliwack for almost 50 years. Nora spent most of her time enjoying friends and family. She loved gambling and putting on yard/bake sales, bowling and going to the gym. Nora was very involved in the community.

Nora was predeceased by her husband Art, son Kenny (Skindog), siblings Irvine Point, Spencer Point, Joseph Point, Ruth Point and Dianne Point.

Nora is survived by daughter Colleen Deck, grandsons Thoro (Rob), Walter, Jared (Bethany), Great-grandchildren Olivia, Jewel, Semoye, Kalia and Araya. Her sisters Audrey White, and Theresa Campbell; sister in law Jane Bonner, also many nieces and nephews.

A viewing is at Henderson’s Funeral Home Wednesday March 23, 7pm-9pm 45901 Victoria Ave., Chilliwack B.C. The Memorial Service will be held at Tzeachten Community Center on Thursday March 24 at 11am 45855 Promontory Road, Chilliwack B.C. Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements, 604-792-1344. www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium

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2 bdrm suite........................$850 f/s, shared w/d, close to Prospera, incld util

2 bdrm suite........................$895 f/s, covered patio, heat incld

2 bdrm suite........................$950

ALL MAKES

If you are up to the challenge, please email your resume with a brief note on why you are a great candidate to: Dal Hothi – Sales Manager dal.hothi@thenownewspaper.com

1 bdrm apt .......................... $600 1 bdrm ................................ $695

RENTALS

2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls.

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

Vedder Xing, 2 Levels, Patio

f/s, coin laundry

Trades • Financing • Permits

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

The Now Newspaper offers a competitive salary plus commissions, car allowance and a FRPSHWLWLYH EHQHÂż WV SDFNDJH

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The ideal candidate should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment. The ability to multi-task and meet deadlines is a must.

Previous media sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driver’s license are required.

1 bdrm twnhse................... $600

Vacuum’s need a service every 5 years just like an oil change!

Sales & Service 604-792-8055

745

ROOM & BOARD

CHILLIWACK. Avail Now. Private Large room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $800/m Call (604)795-0397

TRANSPORTATION

f/s, dw, patio, close to school

2 bdrm suite 1000 sq.........$950 f/s, w/d, d/w, 1 bath, incld util

2 bdrm condo......................$900 age restriced, 5 appl, 1 bath

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 524

2006 BMW X3 2.5 Litre, Good Condition $8,000.00 OBO 220,000 kms Sergio 604-703-8375

UNDER $200

LA-Z BOY RECLINER excellent condition, 2 $200.00 604-858-2907

7477406

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

yrs.

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IN YOUR COMMUNITY LAWN CUTTING

HOME REPAIRS/PAINTING

Quality & Experience Since 1993

´ Pruning ´ Fertilizer Programs ´ Moss Control RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

It’s Aeration Time $45.00 & up Lawn $19.00 Cuts & up

604-845-LAWN (5296) WINDOWS & GUTTERS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RecycleMyJunk

Exterior Home Cleaning

- Specializing in Bathrooms - Residential & Commercial - Cabinetry - Counter Top - Renovations - 7JOZM Decks 4VO 3PPNT %FDLT

Expires Dec . 31, 2016 604-799-3727 • swag1@shaw.ca Locally Owned

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ROOFING

PAINTING

CONTRACTING

604 604-793-3631 044-7 -79 793 933-3 -3 363 631

Competitive Pricing ALWAYS IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

ROOF EVALUATIONS by PROFESSIONAL ROOFERS Family owned & operated since 1961

604-792-1479

3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra)

Price includes Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

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

604-795-6100

8915 Young Road South (corner of Young & Railway)

Licensed - WCB - Insured Leaf Guard Installation

AUTO REPAIR

Bluetech Engine AUTO AU U REPAIR

$99.95

Best Shop Rate In Town!

Certified Mechanic, Full Auto Repair, Specializing in Mercedes and BMW

One Call Does It All!

www.Frame-Finish.com

Phone Wayne

If YES, call or email for FREE initial legal consultation and protect your right to compensation

778-588-7049

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY

EXTERIOR PROS

604-845-1141

604-798-1078 or 604-794-5914

arnoldscarpetcleaning@telus.net

604.792.3443 0QFO .PO 'SJ t BN QN Windshield Blades with every insurance claim.

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778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10 years

PAINT SPECIAL

SERVICE

Complete Heating & Cooling Systems

Top Quality Installation & Service 604-793-7810

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COUNSELLING SERVICES

Become The Person You Are Meant To Be: Private Counselling Practice Chilliwack, B.C. Anger Management, Boundaries, Coping Strategies, Addictions, Codependency, Relationships, Self Image, Family Meetings, Court/Mediation Prep,

Registered Victim Services Counsellor

Nan Loots Private & Confidential

BSW RSW Member of BCASW and BCCSW

Call 604-393-7800 Ext. 8276 www.interval.services

PLUMBING

feature Call Stacy Cabral

604-994-1043

or e-mail: stacy.cabral @blackpress.ca

Call (604) 795-0214 24 Hours Service Locally owned and operated

VEHICLE ACCESSORIES

HANDYMAN

VEHICLE SOLUTIONS

604-792-3018 ALMOST EVERYTHING

Your ONE STOP Accessory Shop 604-792-3132 www.vehiclesolutions.ca

44467 467 Yale Rd. West W

Handy Man Service Home Repairs Yard/House Cleanup Junk Removal Pressure Washing Gutters

etc.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

CHILLIWACK TIMES

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