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Airlifted victim still in serious condition RAFE ARNOTT RArnott@abbotsfordtimes.com

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woman airlifted to hospital Tuesday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash in rural east Abbotsford remains in serious condition. Police said two other victims in the incident – both transferred to Vancouver-area hospitals due to their injuries – have stabilized.

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celebrated its fifth year Thursday, ensures students, many of whom belong to lower income families, experience the joy of providing gifts to their loved ones during the holidays.

“We’re an inner-city school and we have some amazing, amazing kids, and their Christmases aren’t always fabulous,” Danielsson says.

“We want to put the focus on how much the kids do have, and help them be givers. To take the focus from what they get, to what they are able to give.”

Police remain guarded about the condition of the 36-yearold Abbotsford female who was flown to Royal Columbian Hospital.

“She’s in serious condition, she’s not in great shape,” Const.

Ian MacDonald said.

“We’re quite concerned for her health.”

MacDonald said a 50-year-old male pedestrian and a 43-yearold female driver injured in the incident were responding to treatment.

“We’re encouraged by that,” he said.

“But our thoughts and concerns are obviously with the [36year-old].”

The incident unfolded around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday when a 43year-old Abbotsford woman driving a 2004 Honda Civic pulled out of a driveway and attempted to make a westbound turn onto the 38000 block of South Parallel Road, MacDonald said.

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Isabella, 7, left, ponders the selection at the cosmetics table at the Godson Elementary Christmas Store Thursday, where students chose gifts for their family.

The greatest gifts of all Inner-city school kids get to go shopping at Godson ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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ide-eyed, students at Godson Elementary file into the gym for their annual Christmas shopping extravaganza.

The gym resembles a department store during the holiday season, complete with store clerks, gift wrappers and piped-in holiday muzak.

Kitted out in Santa hats and fuzzy reindeer

antlers, children wander around tables piled high with goods and “buy” gifts for everyone in their family – but they don’t spend a dime.

There’s men’s and women’s wear, an electronics department, as well as toy and fine jewelry sections.

“There’s even something for dogs, which is kind of cute too,” says Godson principal Carla Danielsson.

The annual Godson Christmas Store, which

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Students, teachers, parents and supporters filled Dunach Elementary’s gymnasium for the school’s last Christmas concert Tuesday afternoon.

This year, staff marked the occasion with the theme ‘Shine On’ as a way of communicating to students that even though the school will close permanently in June, 2011, their accomplishments will go on long after Dunach’s doors shut.

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Crash victim succumbs

Struck pedestrian recovers

A 50-year-old Abbotsford man died in hospital Tuesday afternoon from injuries he sustained in a Dec. 2 car crash.

The incident occurred about 8 a.m. when the Ford pickup truck driven by the victim lost control along an icy section of Bradner Road and flipped over, ejecting the driver.

He was the lone occupant of the vehicle, and was airlifted to Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster where he had been receiving treatment for extensive injuries, including massive head trauma.

Const. Ian MacDonald said the Abbotsford Police Department extends condolences to his friends and family.

A 61-year-old Abbotsford man struck by a pickup truck in early December while crossing Ware Street was released from Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster Monday.

The incident occurred about 7:45 p.m. Dec. 1, while the man was attempting to cross Ware between the intersections of South Fraser Way and Mill Lake Road.

Preliminary reports showed the 56-year-old driver of the 2009 GMC Sierra that struck the pedestrian was not intoxicated, stayed at the scene and co-operated with police, Const. Ian MacDonald said. “[The victim] suffered a multitude of injuries, but the most serious is an injury to his head,” MacDonald said at the time.

Crash reconstruction experts had attended the scene, MacDonald said, and according to witnesses the driver was proceeding at, or close to, the posted speed limit.

Abbotsford police are reminding pedestrians and drivers to be vigilant and be extra-aware of their surroundings with the limited daylight and icy conditions common at this time of year.

There have been 14 vehicle-related deaths in the city year-to-date, compared to six in 2009 – a number too high to be disregarded, MacDonald said.

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de Jong . . . and the restless

Leadership hopeful pushes for younger voters while Times poll suggests he’s losing traction RAFE ARNOTT RArnott@abbotsfordtimes.com

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hile Abbotsford West MLA Mike de Jong attempted to bolster his Liberal leadership run by floating the idea of allowing 16-year-olds to vote, he failed to garner support in his own riding according to an Abbotsford-Mission Times poll published Tuesday.

The poll asked: With candidates coming out of the woodwork, who has the best

chance to take the Liberal leadership? The response put de Jong at the bottom of the heap.

The poll did not include former Liberal Deputy Premier Christy Clark, who hadn’t officially joined the race when the poll began.

De Jong, the former British Columbia attorney general was a distant third, garnering only 19 per cent support, according to poll results.

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De Jong seemed unruffled by the results.

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“I have a pretty good sense of what people in and around Abbotsford are thinking.”

When asked about the recent Global TV poll that put BC Liberal’s ahead of the BC NDP by five points, de Jong said it’s far too early in the race to be taking polls seriously.

“Anyone who is focusing on polls of any sort at this stage is making a big mistake,” de Jong said.

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Focusing instead on his voting initiative, de Jong said people would do well to note that in casting a vote for who should lead the BC Liberals, party members need only be 14 years old. A number, he said, that is higher than the NDP’s leadership voting age requirement of 12.

“You could argue on that basis that allowing Grade 12 students to vote in the provincial election isn’t nearly as revolutionary as some might argue,” he said. Abbotsford South MLA, and Abbott supporter, John van Dongen said he would not necessarily interpret the Times poll numbers as de Jong being in trouble in his own riding.

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Clayburn Village residents fill sandbags to help stem the floodwaters that threatened their properties Sunday.

Residents’ water worries realized Clayburn and McKee Road flooded again ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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esidents living in Clayburn Village and off McKee Road who worry proposed upland development schemes will aggravate their flooding problems plan to make their presence felt when Abbotsford city councillors vote on the projects.

Clayburn resident Neil Carson and his neighbours spent their Sunday sandbagging their properties to protect them from the floodwaters, the result of heavy rain the evening before. “ [ Su n d a y ] w a s o n e o f the lesser events since the flooding started in January 2005. This is the seventh in a series of floods, all which have entered the heritage school house and church,” said Carson.

Residents are tired of the city’s attitude that flooding in the village is nothing new, he said.

“There’s no history of Clayburn Village flooding every year previous to 2005, so what’s changed?”

C a r s o n s a i d h e’s n o t opposed to development per se, but wants council to delay the Sumas Mountain projects until the release of the Integrated Stormwater Management Plan (ISMP) for the Clayburn Creek watershed expected this spring or summer.

The plan will develop a Clayburn Watershed policy guiding development at upper elevations while promoting environmental and flood protection.

Homeowners whose properties on Castle Pine and Forest Oaks courts are adjacent to the proposed McKee area subdivision also had a worrisome and wet Sunday dealing with the “calf-high water” pouring into their yards, said resident Dereck Dirom.

His Forest Oaks home was badly flooded in 2003 by a creek diverted with previous developments in the area.

Residents from both communities had voiced their concerns to council about the proposed subdivision in the 35800 block of McKee Road south of the Ledgeview Golf Club, and for a 65-lot development at 4633 Sumas Mountain Rd. near Dawson Road less than a week before the latest floods.

Dirom said he’s approached city staff multiple times about watercourses that aren’t mapped above his subdivision and that appear every time heavy rain falls.

He’s written another letter to the city and councillors outlining the water problems in the area so they can take it into consideration when they vote on the projects.

“Over time no response leads me to believe they are not taking the problems seriously or they don’t care,” he said.

The city acts as a gatekeeper and needs to hold developers accountable for developing effective and sustainable methods for dealing with water issues on the mountain, he said.

“I’d like to think the city would be balancing the need of developers and people wanting houses with ensuring projects are sustainable and not causing damage downhill.”

Dirom believes his and Clayburn’s water problems are linked.

However, he’s in a better situation because perhaps his flooding can be solved by some engineered solutions.

“They can catch the water [up here], but this is where I feel for people down below.

My flood concerns pale in comparison to Clayburn.”

Council is expected to make a decision on the projects at a meeting scheduled Monday night after the Times’ press deadline. ◗ Check in at www.abbotsfordtimes.com for updates.

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A6 ❘ NEWS ❘ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 THE TIMES

A hero’s welcome for trio

Spring start for Hans murder trial

Incredible bravery in saving coworker from quarry swimming hole

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wo men charged with murder in the stabbing death of high school student Harvey Hans are headed to trial in the spring.

The accused, Shavinder “Shevy” Brar and Amrit Gill, are scheduled to appear May 2 in Chilliwack Supreme Court for jury selection and the start of the trial.

Hans, an 18-year-old Rick Hansen Secondary student just weeks away from graduating, was stabbed outside his home in the 31600 block of Ridgeview Drive in HARVEY HANS the early hours of May 24, 2008.

Police stated at the time the incident may have been linked to fight between two groups of men in their late teens and early 20s who had met in the parking lot of the Columbia Bible College earlier in the evening.

Investigators with the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) also expressed their frustration that individuals linked to incident were not cooperating with police and hampering the investigation.

After a 90 days, IHIT investigators and the Abbotsford Police Department’s serious crime section arrested Brar and Gill without incident.

Nu m e r o u s m e m o r i a l s a n d a p u b l i c outpouring of grief took place following Hans death, particularly among students.

JACK KEATING The Province

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n Abbotsford woman is among three Fraser Valley residents who saved the life of a friend and work colleague have been awarded a special Certificate of Commendation from the Governor General of Canada.

Scott Melenchuk, 37, of Chilliwack, Andrea Kellner, 33, of Abbotsford and Kevin Douglas, 21, of Langley received the award for saving the life of Bobby Yanciw, 37, from a rock quarry near Peace River, Alta. on July 26, 2009.

“I think it’s phenomenal,” said Herb Schmidt, PNR RailWorks Pacific Region m a n a g e r, w h o First reported @ nominated the abbotsfordtimes.com trio for the award.

“I was hoping they were going to be recognized for a very special deed.”

The four, who all work for Abbotsfordbased PNR RailWorks, were on an assignment for CN Rail in Alberta and on a day off went swimming in a nearby rock quarry when Yanciw went missing. “ We we re l o o k i n g f ra n t i c a l l y a n d couldn’t find him,” said Melenchuk. “And I thought he was in there, so I just kept going.”

Melenchuk dove to the bottom of the quarry six times. His persistence and tenacity paid off.

“On the sixth dive when I reached the

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Andrea Kellner, Kevin Douglas and Scott Melenchuk (left to right) are to be recognized by receiving Certificates of Commendation from the Governor General after the three workers from PNR Railworks saved co-worker Bobby Yanciw from drowning in a rock quarry. bottom to push off to come back up for air, I felt something and it was Bobby’s hand,” said Melenchuk.

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Kellner and Douglas helped pull the lifeless body out of the water and up a steep embankment.

“He had already turned colour, he was purple,” said Melenchuk, who estimates his friend was under the water anywhere from eight to 15 minutes.

Melenchuk began performing CPR with the help of Douglas while Kellner called 911, giving accurate instructions for the paramedics.

“I started performing CPR and I kept doing it until the paramedics showed up,” Melenchuk said. “I started to get shallow breathing.”

Yanciw was airlifted to hospital in Edmonton where he was kept for more than a month.

“His organs were shutting down and he had extreme damage to his lungs and they actually didn’t expect him to live,” said Schmidt.

But Yanciw has had a virtual full recovery and in June was back working with the others.

“He’s full of life again and a happy guy,” said Douglas.

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United Way working towards $750,000 goal Setting sights high to help make a difference

supports.

Now Sandhu and other volunteers are on an annual volunteer drive and workplace campaign to raise awareness about the growing need in the area.

“We talk [in businesses] about raising funds that we reinvest back into the community,” he said.

People can help by setting up a payroll deduction plan at their workplace, or making a one-time contribution, or provide some time in the form of volunteering.

There are 27 member agencies in the Fraser Valley helped financially by the United Way, from Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Peer Support for Seniors, to Community Services, Fraser Valley Child Development, St. John Ambulance and many more.

Any amount of contribution is welcome, regardless of the size.

“Everything helps,” added Sandhu. “We’re trying to provide a hand up, not a hand out.”

JEAN KONDA-WITTE JKonda-Witte@abbotsfordtimes.com

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he United Way of the Fraser Valley has set a lofty goal of $750,000 this year, but the money that will be doled out to help the 27 member agencies within the Valley is priceless. “[The money] stays in the community from Aldergrove to Boston Bar,” said Inderjeet Sandhu, a volunteer with United Way. UWFV is celebrating its 25th anniversary and they have three priority areas they are focusing on this year: ensuring children ages zero to six succeed (helping out kids from the ground level); poverty reduction (help working people who have trouble paying their bills and buying food and are basically living paycheque to paycheque); and homelessness and affordable housing (trying to help people stay in their homes and be responsible tenants).

“Abbotsford Community Kitchen, for example, teaches people how to budget,” Sandhu said of one of the groups that United Way

◗ So far the United Way of the Fraser Valley has achieved nearly 80 per cent of its goal, but time is running out. For more information or to find out how you can help, visit www.uwfv. bc.ca/why-give/.

Aboriginal rates still a concern T

he Abbotsford school district annual progress report on educating students was presented to the board of education on Monday.

There is continued improvement in some areas of student achievement, according to the report.

The graduation or Dogwood Diploma rates are steadily increasing, as is the transition rate from Grades 11 to 12.

Aboriginal students are getting better Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) scores in Grade 7 reading, and the aboriginal student school completion rate consistently exceeds the provincial average.

Concerns around student achievement focus around the fact aboriginal students aren’t reaching Abbotsford district targets,

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which are set above provincial goals.

Additionally, middle school writing scores across the district have declined slightly, and Grade 12 graduation and transition rates are below district targets.

The district has set out plans to address all the areas of concern.

“The Abbotsford School District continues to achieve a high level of success overall, and will continue to focus on improving programming and interventions for those students who are not yet achieving their potential,” the report concludes. ◗ To view the complete document visit www. sd34.bc.ca/about_us/district_reports/.

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s I write this, the website visa.com is down, the latest casualty of a guerilla online war. Mastercard went down earlier in the day, and websites belonging to people such as Sarah Palin and U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman have also come under co-ordinated attack.

On one side are some of the most wealthy, powerful and wellconnected people on the planet.

On the other side are the people who invented lolcats.

Anonymous, the group that declared war on Scientology a few years back, has a new target. Anyone who messes with WikiLeaks faces the wrath of an amorphous online community.

The key players are as follows: WikiLeaks, and its spokesperson Julian Assange. WikiLeaks is still dumping vast quantities of secret U.S. diplomatic correspondence onto the web.

Assange is currently in jail, awaiting possible extradition to Sweden on rape charges, which he and his supporters describe as part of a smear campaign.

The U.S. Government has been calling for Assange’s head. Some pundits and politicians have been doing so literally, accusing him of treason (tricky to enforce, since he’s Australian, not American) or calling for his assassination. They claim WikiLeaks has endangered lives. Apparently, it’s OK to blow up civilians when you screw up your Predator drone attack, but not OK to make diplomats and world leaders look bad.

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the painful truth Lately, the U.S. is suspected of leaning on a number of companies, such as PayPal and credit card firms, which formerly allowed donations to flow to WikiLeaks.

Anonymous is a collective of people that sprang from the /b/ board at the 4chan image sharing website. (Warning! Do not go to 4chan from your work computer! Maybe not even your home computer, unless you have a strong stomach). Anonymous is people from around the world who normally get together to trade porn and terrible jokes, and to start Internet memes.

But sometimes, Anonymous gets angry. Almost three years ago they got mad at the Church of Scientology, and gave the church a year of grief, with everything from online attacks on websites to demonstrations and protests outside of Scientology offices.

In fact, a big pile of secret documents made their way out of the church at that time. Where did those documents go? Why, WikiLeaks, of course.

So when the Americans suddenly started to call for the head of Assange on a platter,

the Anonymous community decided to get some revenge on his behalf. They started Operation Payback. Bye-bye, Visa and Mastercard sites.

Which leads us to a bizarre situation. A diffuse group with no leaders is waging a (somewhat successful) campaign to harm major corporate titans. They’re in open opposition to the U.S. government.

They’re probably impossible to stop.

This is unprecedented. Anonymous has no home base. They have no known leaders, and in fact can change leaders at a moment’s notice. If you managed to arrest a dozen people who’ve been the key organizers of Operation Payback (just trying to identify them should be fun) they’ll just find a dozen more.

At this point, I suspect that the sympathy WikiLeaks has accumulated will actually draw more people into Anonymous than any crackdown would scare off. People who’ve never heard of 4chan are involved by now.

And they’re learning techniques of Internet disruption that were pioneered by teenaged hackers.

The techniques of online insurgency are being spread like seeds on the wind. They’ll take root in places we can’t even imagine.

or the past few weeks, the word WikiLeaks has been inescapable in the news. Politicians and diplomats have been scrambling to either apologize for the information, or to vilify the leaker.

Recently, we had a major Canadian political operative, former advisor to PM Stephen Harper, call for Julian Assange, the public face of WikiLeaks, to be assassinated. On live television.

Tom Flanagan later apologized, and said he was joking.

While there is plenty in the WikiLeaks data trove to make us question institutions, one person has come off quite well. Canadian diplomat William Crosbie apparently vented his feelings about the government of Afghanistan in discussions with his U.S. counterpart. Crosbie called the Afghan elections rigged, said the international community shouldn’t go along with it, and said western nations must be “prepared for a confrontation” with Afghan President Hamid Karzai.

After this became public, Crosbie offered to resign.

Resign? Why should he resign for forcefully arguing for free and fair elections? For hoping that Canada and its allies will stand up to our supposed Afghan friends over corruption, nepotism, and tyranny?

Resign? We should promote this guy!

One of the best decisions Harper has made was to stand behind Crosbie.

A total of 153 Canadian soldiers have died in Afghanistan, along with a reporter and a diplomat. The Canadian Forces are in Afghanistan for the ostensible purpose of bringing democracy, stability, and freedom, especially for that country’s often-victimized women and girls.

That Crosbie worries about corruption is a good thing. That Canadian diplomats want to stand up for democracy is a good thing. Crosbie clearly wants the wretched mess that the Afghan war has been to count for something. If nothing else, WikiLeaks has shown that, behind the “diplomatic” language, at least one diplomat is guided by ethics.

■ To comment on this editorial, e-mail us at letters@abbotsfordtimes.com.

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Food For Thought A better eye on development Metaphysical Bookstore could save Clayburn Watershed On Dec. 20, 2010, Abbotsford city council will consider whether to approve development in the Clayburn Creek Watershed.

Experts emphasize the small comparative size of the development to the large watershed, but fail to recognize that the watercourse is broken; symptomatically, it has flooded six of seven years in a row, a total of eight times.

A study has been commissioned by the City of Abbotsford to investigate the sources of this flooding and make suggestions about how to solve it, but Abbotsford’s planners press ahead with ‘progress’ in a fundamentally flawed watershed, undermining results of the study they’ve commissioned.

The watershed is large, which helps developers justify their small contribution to its problems; however, uniquely, it has only one exit, whose flow is characteristic of flash floods caused by upland development.

Studies conducted by developers have caused expressions of concern about the role of development in this flooding. In 2006, and before then, cash was handed to the city for entire phases of developments in lieu of installing storm water-detention facilities designed to slow the exchange of water from impermeable surfaces to the downstream community.

These milestones of ‘progress’ coincide with the phenomenon of increased flooding in Clayburn Village. The city has damaged the watershed, clearly evidenced from statements of former city councilor and member of parliament, Ed Fast, who in 2009 said, “… most, if not all, of the problems Clayburn Village is encountering are due to upland development approved by the City of Abbotsford.”

Why should Abbotsford spend public resources on a watershed study it plans to invalidate before completion?

The study will conclude in late spring, and Mayor Peary posits that no promises have been made to the people of Clayburn Village in the meantime, a position which, he feels, warrants development approvals.

However, promises haven’t been made to care about the study results

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either. Placation is the city’s best attempt at conflict resolution while it recklessly stumbles sprawling and undisciplined.

That development is even a consideration right now betrays my confidence in this city’s leadership and competence to solve this problem; and still, there is time for Peary and others to be inspired by the virtue of informed stewardship and responsible city planning before yet another council falls victim to the ‘progress now for problems later’ development model Abbotsford has habituated.

Dustin G. Ellis Abbotsford

Growing problems in the city of Mission Editor, the Times:

Last Monday, many citizens gathered at council chamber in Mission to hear what lawyers and representatives for the B.C. Civil Liberties Association had to say about the ridiculous bylaw in Mission which (for those of you who are unaware) gives the city the power to enter your property without your permission and inspect for a grow-up operation.

Whether you are guilty or not, (oh and by the way, having potting soil makes you guilty of having a grow operation apparently) you are charged a horrendous $5,000 fee for a 10 minute inspection.

The delegation was eloquent in their speech and it was clear that the cash strapped city of Mission is ripe for a class action lawsuit for the way it has violated the rights of its citizens.

What was unclear and typical, was the reaction of council at the great amount of anger expressed by citizens that night and the looming threat of a lawsuit. Councilor Gidda supported by councilor Horne decided to close question period prematurely to the great anger expressed by the public and it was quite clear that the people wanted a chance to have their say.

To nobody’s surprise, none of the other councilors stood to let the people they supposedly

represent talk.

What is going on in Mission? What is this facade of democracy present in our chamber?

From the McBarge fiasco to the Walmart lie, the email muzzle and now this cash grab under the guise of security, democracy is being eroded in this town in the very chamber the residents of Mission paid for.

The mayor and councilors are remaining deaf and condescending in their attitude to their constituents.

The BCCLA commented that they never had so many complaints on a civil issue in such a small town and a lawsuit is very likely.

One angry resident stood up Monday and demanded that the councilors step down since they no longer represent Mission and the public; I second that motion.

Kevin Francis Mission

Harper not given a fair shake by media Editor, the Times:

My response will be short.

Referring to Harper being tired, and that other leaders follow suit to B.C.’s political leaders. I think that is the dumbest statement that anyone should make about Harper.

He and the Conservatives have done more for this country in a few years then other governments have in 13 years.

And they would have accomplished a lot more if the opposition wouldn’t fight against good legislation. Why does the leftist media constantly try to portray Harper and the government in a negative light?

Ike Klassen Abbotsford

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Operation Red Nose has been busier than ever before and because of the many new and returning volunteers we have been able to provide better service and

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We still have three nights to go, Dec 17,18 and 31. and we would really like to have more help.

Service to our clients who call in is free but we appreciate donations and half of the money collected goes to an athlete travel fund. The host organization for ORN in Abbotsford/Mission and MapleRidge is Pacific Sport Fraser Valley, assisting athletes and coaches in many ways to achieve excellence in their sport.

Information and application forms can be found on the website www.operationrednose.com and follow the directions to reach Abbotsford/Mission and the application form.

Thanks for volunteering, we hope you continue to enjoy your nights with “Rudy.”

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Many thanks to our fire department Editor, the Times:

The Strata Council at Carriage Lane Park would like to thank the Abbotsford Fire Department, the Abbotsford Police Department, paramedics and Victim Services for all their help during a recent fire in our complex.

Unfortunately we experienced a fire in two of our units on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010, a very windy day with gusts up to 30 kilometers per hour.

The Fire Department, police and ambulance service arrived within minutes, extinguishing the fire, immediately restricting the fire damage to the front of two units and the major smoke damage to four units.

Fortunately, no one was injured and all got out through the rear exits safely. Victim Services arrived and assisted the residents with accommodation, access to insurance adjusters, etc.

Again, we thank all those who participated in the emergency that day.

Special thanks to Lieutenant Ted Main and Fire Inspector Keith Dyck from the Fire Prevention Division for their participation in providing our complex with three fire-prevention seminars on Dec. 2, 2010 which allowed most, if not all, of our 288 homeowners to be brought up-to-date on fire prevention.

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Special Christmases steeped in tradition Doing things the ‘right’ way means different kinds of magic for everyone

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or most people, I think, Christmas is not really Christmas unless the right traditions are observed year after year with a dedication rivalling Santa Clauses’ devotion to cookies and mall appearances.

Of course by “right traditions” I don’t mean “right for everyone.”

Each person and family have their own traditions, twists on popular traditions, and traditions that make the rest of us wonder how much rum was in the egg nog.

Traditions get funny around the holidays. It is one thing to have your morning coffee tradition (or is it addiction?) and an entirely different thing to have a giant tree slowly dying inside your home.

One friend of mine decorates their family tree with sour soother candies. Given the choice, I’d decorate it with bottles of maple syrup, but that’s just me.

Perhaps one of my favourite Christmas traditions, providing many opportunities over the years, has been the mistletoe. It stands to reason that anything that stays green during winter and produces fruit, should be celebrated with a kiss!

And though I can’t prove it or find it anywhere in history, this might be the reason men started bringing trees inside the house.

The reasoning? The bigger the green plant, the bigger the kiss.

While the Christmas tree first shows up in 16th century literature, most believe its origins

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Faith that matters date back to 8th century Germany when a missionary with a chainsaw cut down a sacred oak on Christmas Eve. The outraged locals, understandably ticked, were eventually calmed by the planting of a young fir tree and disaster was averted.

Eventually, German settlers brought the Christmas tree to Pennsylvania where it sprang to life as a good ol’ AmeriCanadiana tradition.

Even earlier, in 4th century Britain, evergreens were given as gifts to each other during the week of Winter Solstice. Inter-

estingly, during this gift giving time, slaves and masters would exchange positions making speech free and, theoretically, unhindered. I imagine this to be like a modern day office Christmas party where cubicle dwellers tip a few back with the boss but can’t and shouldn’t say what they really think.

The great thing about traditions is that, while you and I may have the exact same tradition, each of us gets to inject our own meaning into the tradition.

We are free to adopt and borrow traditions from other ages and cultures and make them uniquely our own. Traditions act as symbols and guideposts that generally point people and communities to something larger.

Christians have been doing this for centuries, and it’s not wrong.

Traditions change, they morph, they pick up new meanings and discard old ones, and people

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Obviously, symbols and traditions mean different things to different people.

As Christians, our hope is that people would come to know the reason behind some of our kooky traditions.

Christmas is a celebration of the life of Jesus and we’ve adopted certain cultural things to be reminded of this. What will our Christmas traditions of the future look like?

Who knows, but for Christians, it will always include Jesus.

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od’s plan for us is that we would grow and mature. He doesn’t want us to stay as infants. He wants us to be responsible to make the most of our lives. With this in mind let’s make the coming year our best. Here are seven ways of enhancing your life and the lives of people around you.

1. Get into the habit of reading the Bible and praying. God enjoys the opportunity to talk and listen with us.

Putting Him first in everything you do will cause you to live a fulfilled life. Proverbs 3:6 says, “In all your ways put God first and He will crown your efforts with success.”

2. Hand out more compliments. Appreciate those around you. Notice when they do something good and tell them.

Leave people better than the way they were. Encourage others and lift them up.

Sometimes it can be a simple phone call or e-mail. Encouraging words are a powerful force that can give hope to others in their darkest hours.

Proverbs 15:23 says, “A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, and a word spo-

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3. Keep a calendar. Write down every event, appointment, phone call, and errand that you need to complete.

Proverbs 16: 9 tells us, “A man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps and makes them sure.”

Trying to keep all that information in your head will drain your energy. Write everything down and keep your mind more alert for creative thinking.

4. Plan ahead. Don’t wait till the last minute to get things done. Stay ahead of the game by preparing in advance for important projects and activities. This will save you time in the long run and cause you less stress.

Having things to look forward to gives you energy and builds excitement for your future. Habakkuk 2:2 “Write the vision and make it plain that he may run who reads it.”

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Pastor: Hans Kouwenberg Sunday School & Children Youth:. .Sarah Smith Adult Bible&Classes . . 10:30 am Evangelistical Service . . 11:30 am WORSHIP SERVICES Thursday Bible Study . . .7:00 pm 9:15 am D. & 11:00 am Pastor: Rideout Come as you are!

604-850-7579

Sunday School 10:00 am

(IN MISSION)

St. Pauls 8469 Cedar St. 604-826-8481

10:30 am

Worship & Children’s Church Interim Minister:

Rev. Bob Garvin

Youth Leader: Doug McKellan

http://pccweb.ca/stpauls-mission You are welcome!

Contemporary Worship Biblical Teaching A Great Community Join us

Sundays @ 10:00am

(Children’s programs during service)

Meeting at: Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts 36232 Lower Sumas Mtn. Rd.

604-855-0911 • www.mpcc.ca

MENNONITE BRETHREN

Abbotsford

Sunday Worship Services Traditional Service Liturgical Service Contemporary Service Learning Centre for all ages

2285 Clearbrook Road 604-859-4611

THE SALVATION ARMY

CASCADE

Community Church 35190 Delair Road Abbotsford, BC 604-556-7000 Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Kids Time for age 2½ to 11 Nursery for under age 2½ Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Evening Service 6:00 pm Everyone is welcome Everyone is welcome

www.cascadechurch.ca

“We preach Christ crucified and risen” 1 Cor. 2-3; 1 Cor. 15-20

BAPTIST

33393 Old Yale Rd., Abbotsford

Pastor Rida Hanna 572-9906 (Surrey) Serop Sarkis 859-2013 (Abbotsford)

COMMUNITY CHURCH

COMMUNITY CHURCH

COMMUNITY CHURCH

2719 Clearbrook Road

Wednesday service 7:00 pm

NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CENTRE Meeting at

Garden Park Tower (north side entrance) 2825 Clearbrook Road Phone: 604-852-8076

GRACE

EVANGELICAL BIBLE CHURCH 2087 McMillan Road

604-859-9937

Worship Service - 10:15 am & Children’s Ministry

Everyone Welcome

604-852-4746

There’s always a place for you!

contemporary worship excellent children’s program

Sunday Services 9:00 am & 11:00 am

Pastor: Dr. David Rathnam

Meeting at 2393 West Railway Street 604.864.ACTK www.actk.ca Senior Pastor - Justin Manzey

MENNONITE BRETHREN

NONDENOMINATIONAL

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Revival Service with Pastor/ Evangelist DAVE MARKS Saturday, Nov.20th @ 7pm

Sumas Way & 3rd Ave.

Sunday 10:30 am Praise & Worship Service Evening Service 7:00 pm

3160 Ross Road, Abbotsford (1 block north of Fraser Highway)

Phone: 604-856-2024 SUNDAY MORNING SERVICES 9:00 AM & 10:45 AM “KIDS PROGRAM DURING BOTH SERVICES” ALL ARE WELCOME!

The Potter’s House Church

@ The Potter’s House Church Elks Hall 33336 2nd Ave. Mission 604-302-2066

Prayer for the sick, and deliverance from addictions

10:00 am Service

10:00 am Service

10:00 am Service

Trinity Memorial United Church

St. Andrew’s United Church

Gladwin Heights United Church

33737 George Ferguson Way Abbotsford

7756 Grand Street at 10th Ave. Mission

3474 Gladwin Road Abbotsford

604-853-2591

Christmas Worship December 19th 9:00 & 10:45 am & Children’s Church Dec. 24th @ 6:00 pm Candlelight Worship

Weekly activities for students and children as scheduled.

Lead Pastor - Warren Schatz Associate Pastor - Adam Palesch Worship Director/Jr. High Youth - Andrew Jager

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Rev. Connie Thompson

BAPTIST

immanuelfellowship.ca 2950 Blue Jay Street, Abbotsford, BC

2719 Clearbrook Road

8:45 am 11:15 am 11:15 am 10:00 am

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(3 blocks east of White Spot) 604-850-3204 Traditional Services Sunday School. . . .10:00 am Morning Worship . .11:00 am Evening Worship . . 6:30 pm Wed. Bible Study & Childrens Club 7:00 pm

Arabic Church

(Corner of Clearbrook & Old Yale Roads)

Phone: 604-850-6607 9:45 am German Worship Service and Sunday School 11:00 am Family Worship Service 7:00 pm Evening Service 10:00 am Wednesday Bible Study German/English

who has began a good work in you.

“He will keep on helping you grow and He will continue to develop, perfect and bring His good work to full completion in you.”

7. Get out of your comfort zone. Take a risk. Expand your potential by getting out of the boat.

The only way you will discover that God has more for you, is by stepping out into the unknown. Be led by the Holy Spirit and when He leads you to do something, be willing to face the fear and overcome it.

Referring to enemies Deuteronomy 31:6 says, “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them.

For the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.”

Applying these steps to your life will prove to add to the quality of your life.

You will have more energy to take responsibility for your life and enjoy it to the fullest.

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Community Church

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Central Valley

Matsqui Lutheran Church-Matsqui Village

For information call 604-853-6083 Anglican Network in Canada

604-853-2416

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604-826-8296

Rev. Tim Bowman

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604-852-3984

Rev. Dorothy Jeffery

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Sunday Service: 10:00 AM Connections Groups: Wednesdays @ 7:30 PM Thursdays @ 7:00 PM Pastoral Team: Blake & Adrienne Joiner Sean & Jamie Sabourin 778-808-9684 www.connectchurch.ca connect with God | connect with people

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2455 W. Railway St. Abbotsford (Faith Bible Church)

A12 ❘ NEWS ❘ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 THE TIMES

ABBOTSFORD’S MOST WANTED The Abbotsford Police Department has warrants attached to these individuals that were outstanding as of 10 a.m. Thursday. If anyone has information on the whereabouts of these individuals, call the detachment at 604-859-5225 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Brandon Nywening

Jorge Nunez

Nyachol Solomon

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Students at the school found out they won a $20,000 technology grant from Best Buy Canada for its innovative entry to secure dollars from the Best in the Class Fund.

Each year Best Buy offers schools across the country the opportunity to submit a video proposal for the chance to win $20,000 to help incorporate technology into the classroom.

The Clayburn proposal, which won over judges, featured a creative video with an original rap song performed by students from the film club, who focused on how to reach youth by teaching with technology.

Students demonstrated how digital cameras and camcorders would allow young people to create digital film projects and better engage them in learning.

OFF

– PHOTO SUBMITTED/TIMES

Clayburn Middle School students carry a sign like the Stanley Cup after winning a Best Buy $20,000 technology grant.

Clayburn was one of 15 schools to share in $250,000 worth of grants.

The Geek Squad will also provide complimentary tech support to the school.

Clayburn principal Dexter Ho r t o n s a i d t h e s c h o o l has a technical education, digital visual-arts program, and film club, and as such, technology plays a big role in student learning. Students are responsible for visually documenting every school event, and student reporters do live broadcasts on Clayburn’s TV system every morning.

Te c h n o l o g y i s k e y t o engaging students, and they went through the roof when they found out they had won the contest, Horton said.

“The kids went a bit crazy. It was awesome. We didn’t tell the kids what [the assembly] was all about but the [managers] of the Best Buy in Abbotsford did a good job of pumping them up,” he said.

“The general manager had them convinced they had to do a cheer louder than any other school to win.”

The jumping up and down only increased when students actually found out they’d won, he said.

“They presented us with a giant gift card of $20,000. The kids were running around the gym with the gift card like it was the Stanley Cup shouting, ‘We’re number one!’ It was a very good day I have to say.”

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A14 ❘ COMMUNITY ❘ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 THE TIMES

COMMUNITY EVENTS Gift of time

Canadian Cancer Society, which is organizing the giftwrap service in Seven Oaks Shopping Centre this holiday season, needs supervisory volunteers. The society needs four people to assist in a leadership capacity for one day per week for three weeks. Duties include scheduling, opening and closing, money handling and training of new volunteers. We do provide training and will assist with volunteer recruitment. If you are interested call Tim Dixon at 852-1410 or e-mail tdixon@bc.cancer.ca.

Christmas Day dinner

New Heights Street Hope Ministries is seeking volunteers and donations for its Christmas Day dinner for Mission’s homeless, lonely or low-income families. There will be two sittings for dinner at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. as well as gifts and special entertainment at the Station X building, 33129 N. Railway Ave, Mission. Donations of food, gifts, hygiene products or warm clothes are much appreciated. To register for the dinner, come down to Station X or call Shelagh at 604-615-2451 or e-mail newheightsangels@ yahoo.ca.

Tots ‘n’ Tales storytimes.

A half hour of stories, songs, rhymes and finger plays.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to join in the fun for children ages two to five. MSA Centennial Library (33660 South Fraser Way) on Wednesdays, Dec.1 to March 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Clearbrook Library (32320 George Ferguson Way) on Thursdays, Dec. 2 to March 3 (Dec. 23 is Christmas storytime), from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Registration not required. Phone 604859-7814 ext. 229 for more information.

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Having trouble finding that special Christmas gift for that special person? How about an entry ticket to the Abbotsford Lions Club charity poker tournament on Saturday, Feb. 5. The event will help raise funds for The Law Enforcement Torch Run For Special Olympics. Order

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SANTA HO-HO-HOLY COW THAT’S A LOT OF DOGS!

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– SUBMITTED/TIMES

Talk about Christmas going to the dogs . . . these fine furry friends are owned by Vanda Gillon, Peter Mitrunen and Renee Hughes. Dogs from left to right top row: Orlando, Shiver & Poppet. Second row: Darwin, Dash, Sadie-May, Ryu, Carver, Jive and Edge. Their most common request for Santa was cookies and toys, but Carver wanted a little sister. For more great pictures of pets with the big red guy, visit us online at www.abbotsfordtimes.com.

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A16 ❘ NEWS ❘ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 THE TIMES GIFTS, from page A1

Kids thinking of their families

Staff, students’ families, volunteers and various community partners work hard each year to collect new and gently used items for presents appropriate for every member in a family.

“We have mountains of gifts,” says Danielsson.

“We put some volunteers on the floor to help the kids pick out gifts because they tend to get a little overwhelmed.”

Grade 2 student Billy Agular stares wonderingly at a collection of cellophanewrapped items on a table.

The seven-year-old gingerly fingers a bag containing a large egg-shaped object.

“What is it?” he asks quietly.

“It’s a Kinder Surprise egg!” says a blond girl suddenly popping up at his side before she makes off with that very item.

“I touched it first,” Billy says to her retreating back.

But in the spirit of the season, he gives up the egg without a fight and selects a silver-foiled chocolate Santa instead.

“I’ll take this for my sister,” he says.

Other kids stagger towards the gift-wrapping tables, struggling to keep their purchases from falling out of their arms.

Keaton Taekema strains to stack four silvery reindeer

ornaments onto a Harry Potter board game he has clutched to his chest.

“They’re for my mom so she can decorate the house,” says the Grade 3 student before heading to the toy department to shop for his six-year-old sister.

“I might get her a Teddy.”

At the gift-wrapping station, volunteer Ameliese Friesen experiments with the best way to decoratively package up a guitar for a little boy.

“My kids are grown up,” she says.

“So this brings back memories. [The students] remind me of my grandchildren.

They are so wrapped up in their shopping. It’s sweet.”

The Christmas store is one of the best-loved events of the year, for both students and staff, Danielsson says.

“It’s so exciting to watch [students] come in, think about the people they love, struggle to pick something and then be so proud of their gift.”

Approximately 370 students from kindergarten to Grade 5 and the school’s StrongStart program shop at the store.

They buy for everyone in their family and leave with an armful of goods, but the school has never been short of gifts, Danielsson says.

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Briefly

TRAGEDY, from page A1

Watch for a line of fire trucks to come rolling down South Fraser Way late Saturday morning, as members of the Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service join with Save-on-Foods and the Fraser Valley Auto Mall to deliver much needed food to the Abbotsford Food Bank.

The parade leaves the auto mall at 11 a.m. and heads down South Fraser Way to donate a semi-trailer full of food to the local food bank

A 1988 Toyota SUV driven by a 66-year-old man immediately struck the Civic, with the force of the impact tossing the Honda across both lanes.

MacDonald said the sound of the crash brought several witnesses to the scene and as people were attempting to help the injured woman, a 1989 Dodge pickup traveling westbound entered the crash scene and struck two of them – the 36-year-old female and the 50-year-old male – throwing them several meters into a ditch, before slamming into the Honda and pinning the woman inside.

“It was a mess,” MacDonald said.

The accident closed South Parallel Road in both directions between McDermott and No. 4 roads until around midnight Tuesday as crash reconstruction investigators poured over the accident scene.

The area had little to no illumination at the time of the crashes, and the entire Abbotsford area was suffering heavy rains at the time, MacDonald said.

The incident remains under investigation.

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My festive spirits have not changed.

For your knowledge, and to clear the air, the reason I didn’t disclose the personal details on the whereabouts of the party was because this would never bring closure to the issue.

It would drag on and on, and this is something I am not prepared to do during the holiday season.

The main concern and focus should be that these issues still exist. It’s time to move forward and there will be plenty of time in the New Year to hash out these concerns.

With the recent hiring of Abbotsford’s diversity coordinator Med Manzanal for a three-year, federallyfunded Building Connections Project, our future is in good hands.

Also, if you’re still searching for last-minute gifts don’t forget to try on a pair of Canada’s newest underwear line, Naked Boxer Brief (www.nakedboxerbrief.com).

Naked has a local twist that has captured the imaginations of international audiences.

CEO and founder Joel Primus, while filming a documentary for his charity, Project World Citizen (PWO) in South America in 2008, came across a new style of men’s underwear.

Primus took his underwear line to the Canadian reality TV show Dragon’s Den in 2009 and did not get what he wanted. But later, Abbotsford entrepreneur Rick Rake teamed him up with now-Naked chairperson Ross Brown of Altitude Consulting in Abbotsford.

KEN HERAR

On the edge Brown, former marketing manager for Abbotsford Airport, linked Primus with WestJet co-founder Tim Morgan and other major investors to prove the Dragons wrong.

And did they ever. Naked launched its men’s underwear line last September at a packed Boys Co. on Robson Street in Vancouver, in Toronto, and at Ronald Allan Clothiers on South Fraser Way in Abbotsford.

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to witness all three high schools in Mission in action, preparing for their second annual Dinner for the Less Fortunate at Heritage Park Secondary, organized by the Mission District Student Leadership Committee.

What an afternoon it was.

Seeing students and teachers put clothing, sleeping bags and other necessities in well equipped care packages, which were then handed out to approximately 150 people.

Heritage Park Secondary Principal Wade Peary spoke about the passion demonstrated by students’ efforts to work together and make this event a another huge success. Something he claims the entire district school staff are extremely proud of.

Mission Secondary student Alicia Setter said: “The Dec. 4 dinner was a great success, and a eye opener for many of today’s youth.”

■ Ken Herar is a columnist for the Abbotsford-Mission Times.

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HOT TICKETS Coffeehouse concerts

Join James Molnar and Andrew Marcus for an evening of acoustic folk rock and Christmas tunes at the House of James coffeehouse on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. There is a $7 suggested donation.

On Thursday, Dec. 23, Shane and Angela Wiebe will perform a wonderful Christmas concert in the intimacy of the coffee house at 7 p.m. ($7 donation). Phone 604-852-3701 more details.

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The Magic of Ireland dance troupe brings Irish and Celtic music to the Clarke Theatre in Mission on March 26. A full lineup of entertainment is coming in 2011.

Give the gift of music

Upcoming events at the Clarke are perfect for patrons of the arts

L

ooking for a unique Christmas gift? Then look no further than the stage at the Clarke Theatre in Mission.

The New Year brings a variety of live performances for even the most discerning tastes on your holiday gift list.

From the classic sounds of April Wine to the romance and mysticism of the Emerald Isle, the Clarke Theatre has it all.

The Magic of Ireland on March 26 showcases a young and talented group of dancers and musicians dedicated to re-creating the ambiance, moods and emotions associated with Irish and

Celtic music through the ages.

This troupe’s energy, enthusiasm and precision have drawn praise from audiences across North America and Europe. Every note, every lyric and every tap is performed live and presented without the use of recorded elements.

The producer has pre-released 200 tickets only for the holiday gift season. And, they are selling fast.

Tickets are available at Jazz Ma Tazz in Abbotsford and in Maple Ridge.

April Wine’s 40th Anniversary Tour hits the Clarke stage on April 15 and advance tickets are on sale now. April Wine is the iconic band with a stellar career and fans worldwide.

This band started in 1969 and there is still plenty of wine left for everybody with a live performance featuring hit after hit including Sign of the Gypsy Queen, Rock and Roll is a Vicious Game and Roller.

Tickets are on sale for this spectacular event at Ticketmaster.

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This club is for youth aged 8-13 who would like to learn about and excel at indoor rock climbing.

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Fraser Valley Stage Society brings Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol for one encore performance at the Clarke Theatre (33700 Prentis Ave.) in Mission on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m.

Call 604-853-4164 or check www.fraser valleystage.com for tickets details.

The Sweeney Singers will perform a Christmas benefit concert on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at Bakerview Church (2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford) at 7 p.m.

Proceeds will go to support Matthew’s House.

Kid’s Climbing Club Have you ever wanted to dance but not sure what style?

These classes are perfect as different styles will be taught over the next six months.

Christmas meaning

Arts Club Theatre brings its next two productions to Mission rounding out a fabulous season of live touring theatre.

Following up on the very successful A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline, the Arts Club brings Becky’s New Car on Feb. 7 and The Sea Horse on March 7.

There are tickets available for both productions and a special ‘mini-season’ featuring great savings is available.

Other great events include rock band Finger Eleven on Feb. 9, The Arrogant Worms on March 14 and the Vancouver Welshman’s Choir on April 16.

Gift certificates are available at the Clarke Theatre for those who can’t decide which one of these wonderful events would make the perfect stocking stuffer.

Check out the details on the Clarke Theatre web page at www.heritageparkcentre.com.

Kids on the Go New Classes Starting in January!

Enjoy a coffee and listen to upbeat funky blues/ jazz with Cinnamon Toast Funk on Friday, Dec 17 at the Gourmet Gallery, at 8 p.m. (300-3033 Immel St., Abbotsford).

Call 604-504-0899 for details.

• learn to belay.

• climbing technique.

• no experience necessary.

Next Session starts January 2011 and runs on Tuesdays and Fridays from 4:00 - 5:30pm.

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Gourmet Gallery

Enjoy a coffee and listen to upbeat funky blues/jazz with Cinnamon Toast Funk on Friday, Dec. 17 at the Gourmet Gallery, at 8 p.m. (300-3033 Immel St., Abbotsford). Call 604-504-0899 for details.

Smith’s Christmas

Michael W. Smith brings the It’s A Wonderful Christmas Tour to the Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre tonight, Dec. 17. Show includes a symphony orchestra and 30-voice choir, at the only B.C. date on the 16-city tour. Tickets $73 to $28, contact jkurtz@abbotsfordcentre.ca, 1-604-743-5030, or see abbotsfordcentre.ca.

House of James

Join James Molnar and

Andrew Marcus for an evening of acoustic folk rock and Christmas tunes on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. There is a $7 suggested donation. On Thursday, Dec. 23, Shane and Angela Wiebe will perform a wonderful Christmas concert in the intimacy of the coffee house at 7 p.m. ($7 suggested donation). The House of James coffeehouse is located at 2743 Emerson St., Abbotsford. Phone 604-8523701 for more details.

Rankins’ Christmas

Raylene, Cookie, Heather and Mairi Rankin perform a Christmas show on Saturday, Dec. 18 at the Abbey Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. Look for tickets at Ticketmaster.

Christmas Presence

Pacific Theatre brings an evening of holiday music and readings to the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (2315 South Fraser Way,

Abbotsford) on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $11.50 – 20.50 plus HST. Call 1-604-731-5518 or visit www.pacifictheatre. org for details.

Sweeney Singers benefit

The Sweeney Singers will be performing a Christmas benefit concert on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at Bakerview Church (2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford) at 7 p.m.

The concert will feature traditional holiday favourites.

Proceeds will go to support Matthew’s House.

Songs Strings and Steps

Songs Strings and Steps presents Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child on Dec. 20-22 at South Abbotsford Church (32424 Huntingdon Rd.).

The show, directed and produced by Calvin Dyck, will feature the Pacific Mennonite Children’s Choir and include Shane and Angela Wiebe, Andrea & Amaris, Mel Bowker, Johannes

Weber and the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra.

Tickets are $22, $20 for seniors, $12 for students and are available at King’s Music (604-853-5996) or House of James (604-852-3701).

Big B Saloon

The Brent Lee Band plays Dec. 17 and 18 and the Brent Lee Bare Bones Show is on Dec. 19 at the Big B Saloon in the Bellevue Hotel, 32998 First Ave., Mission. Sunday shows start at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday the band starts at 10 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Call 604-826-9814 for details.

Duke of Dublin

The Duke of Dublin Olde Irish Pub offers live music, from Celtic to contemporary, from local and regional performers every night.

The Duke is located at 33720 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford.

Theatre

Scrooge and Christmas

Fraser Valley Stage Society brings Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol for one encore performance at the Clarke Theatre (33700 Prentis Ave.) in Mission on Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas in this musical production.

Call 604-853-4164 or check www.fraservalleystage.com for tickets details.

Hercules, the Panto

Opening Nite Theatre’s fourth annual Christmas Pantomime - Hercules, the Panto is playing in Mission on weekends until Jan. 9 at 33227 Railway Ave. Join the fairies, Pan, Pandora, the gods, heroes and a geek chorus. The Friday and Saturday shows are at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets at Murdoch’s BookShoppe (33078 First Ave.), or reserve them via

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e-mail. ONT is located across from the West Coast Express station. E-mail openingnitetheatre@hotmail.com.

Social Dances

Friday night seniors

Ben Isaac performs Friday, Dec. 17 at the Abbotsford Seniors Association hall (33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford) from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost is $5.50 for members and $6 for non-members.

Seniors dinner/dance

Abbotsford Seniors Association is holding a New Year’s Eve dance with hot and cold buffet on Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets are $20. Sentimental Journey brings in the New Year.

Phone Jodie 604-850-2465 for details. ASA is located at 33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford.

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Christmas Worship All Saints Anglican Church 33077 Second Ave. at James St

Calvin Presbyterian Church A mainstream church with an evangelical heart 2597 Bourquin Crescent East, Abbotsford, BC V2S 1Y6 Phone: 604-859-6902 • www.calvinpresbyterian.ca Pastor: Hans Kouwenberg • Children & Youth: Sarah Smith

in Mission

Sunday Dec. 19th 8am Traditional Eucharist 10am Christmas Pageant as part of Family Eucharist Service Friday Dec. 24th 7:00 pm Christmas Eve Family Service 11:30 pm Midnight Mass

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19 9:15 am & 11 am - Two worship services

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24 CHRISTMAS EVE

Sunday Dec. 26th 8am Traditional Eucharist 10am Family Eucharist with Sunday School

6 pm - Family Service 7:30 pm - Lessons & Carols Service

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2010

Epiphany will be celebrated on Sunday January 9th.

10 am - One Worship Service

SUNDAY, JANUARY 2, 2011

“We welcome all people” Galatians 3:28 The Rev. Sharon Salomons * 604-826-2814

10 am - One Worship Service

SERVICE TIMES: Dec 5 9am & 11am Dec 12 9am & 11am Dec 19 9am & 11am Dec 24 6pm Dec 26 10am

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Christmas with us!

2393 West Railway St. Abbotsford, BC 604-864-ACTK www.actk.ca There’s always a place for you!

“Come join us for a Special Christmas Celebration Service with the North Shore Gospel Singers.

Singers . This wonderful journey of music and narration that will touch your heart and soul, with the real & everlasting gift that is Jesus Christ Lord and Saviour for all the world”

Sunday, December 19, 2:30 pm

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For more information call (604) 870-9770

Christmas Eve Services Friday, December 24th 5:00 pm Family Service 10:00 pm Lessons and Carols

Combined Service

Sunday, December 26th 10:30 am Bakerview Church

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Christmas Eve Friday, December 24th Candlelight Service 6:00 pm Sunday, January 2 New Year’s Worship 9:00 & 10:45 am Come Celebrate with us!

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Saint Matthew’s Anglican Church (corner of Marshall Rd. & Guilford Dr.)

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Celebrate the birth of Christ

Christmas Eve 7:00 pm Family Candlelight Communion 10:00 pm Musical Prelude 10:30 pm Christmas Eve Mass Christmas Day 10:00 am Special Family Service & Eucharist Epiphany Sunday (January 9) 7:00 pm Epiphany Candlelight Service

Happy Birthday dear Jesus!

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Reviewed: Alphabetically Abbotsford New book looks at Abbotsford’s history with a refreshing style and enthusiasm Alphabetically Abbotsford

A book review by Dave Kyle, owner of Hemingway’s Books in downtown Abbotsford.

L

ocal histories can be uncomfortable reads.

Often, one overlooks poor writing, self-serving family narratives and tedious old photos in the hopes of finding new history

revealed.

Thankfully, Alphabetically Abbotsford gracefully sidesteps these potholes and presents a fresh perspective on our community’s past. Using street names as starting points, the authors create an evenhanded and democratic retelling of all the component communities that now comprise the

metro Abbotsford area.

The writing is well crafted and the photos are engaging and unfamiliar.

The wealthy and modest, the prominent and the obscure share the pages equally and the end result is a most satisfying portrait of the people whose names are now relegated to street signs.

As Ron Dart points out in his introduction, the lack of First Nations and South Asian street names is telling.

Those left off our maps

need to be remembered. But those omissions are not the doing of the contributing writers.

They produced a fine city biography that will quickly become a collector’s item.

With barely 1,000 copies in print this first-rate history will soon be very hard to find.

■ There will be a book signing

at Hemingway’s Books (33756 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford) on Wednesday, Dec. 22 from 1 p.m.

- 4 p.m.

– JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

Christina Reid, collections manager with MSA Museum is confident the new book will be a good historical read.

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Joining him on his Abbotsford stop is multiple Juno and CCMA award winner George Canyon and Vancouver’s One More Girl.

Tickets go on sale Monday, Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. and are available at abbotsfordcentre.ca or by phone at 1-866-9772372 or at the arena box office. For more information visit abbotsfordcentre.ca.

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Christmas Presence is storytelling at its best with readings and music that mix the nostalgic with the contemporary, the heartfelt with the comedic.

Every night the mix of performers changes, but the result is always the same – an intimate and casual evening of music and readings that touches on the fun and meaningful moments of the season.

Abbotsford’s Sheree Plett, Jeremy Eisenhauer and Nelson Boschman will be part of the festivities.

The show is on Saturday, Dec. 18 at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (2315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford) at 8 p.m.

For tickets ($11.50-20.50 HST not incl.) call 1-604-731-5518 or visit www.pacifictheatre.org.

Rock.it Boy Entertainment presents Finger Eleven in concert with special guests on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2011 at the Clarke Theatre in Mission. Advance tickets are on sale for $34.50 (Plus Facility Fees & Service Charges) at all Ticketmaster locations or $40 at the door.

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layers and coaches of the Abbotsford Heat woke up Thursday morning tied for top spot in the AHL North Division standings with the perennial powerhouse Hamilton Bulldogs.

This after a hard fought, but unlucky, 2-1 overtime loss to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Wednesday night.

Keith Seabrook’s fourth goal of the season with less than two minutes remaining in the third period secured at least one point for the Heat.

It could have been more for the snake-bitten Heat, who fired 30 shots towards Penguins John Curry.

Matt Keetley took the loss, extending his winless streak to seven games on the season. He has also not won a game in a Heat uniform since Feb. 20 when he shut out the Bridgeport Sound Tigers.

Nick Johnson scored the winner at 1:50 of overtime on a goal set up by Abbotsford native Ryan Craig.

It’s an unfortunate trend, and most of Keetley’s teammates can probably relate given the Heat’s recent goal scoring troubles.

Wednesday’s loss marked the second time in as many games the Heat scored just one goal. It’s also the third game in the past six in which they failed to eclipse the two-goal plateau.

Stefan Meyer alluded to it six days ago, saying he and his teammates were “holding their sticks too tight.”

And yet, somehow, the Heat won two of the three games when they scored just once, and continue to remain prevalent in the North.

Scoring is not a specialty for the Heat. The 350man games lost to injury and a ragtag lineup last year attributed to that, and a similar case can be made for this year’s squad.

But, as it was in Tuesday’s 1-0 road win against Rochester, the Heat have relied on limiting the opposition to nearly nothing offensively, whether it’s through suffocating defence or goaltending.

Hawks’ linebacker honoured WJM players named all-stars CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

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Keith Seabrook, seen here in last Friday’s Heat game against the Chicago Wolves at AESC, scored his fourth goal of the season Wednesday night to send the game against the Penguins into overtime.

The Heat will look to break out of their goal scoring funk tonight in a rematch with the Penguins, the top team in the AHL, at 4:05 p.m. PST.

The Heat will conclude the road trip Saturday against the lowly Adirondack Phantoms, beginning at 4 p.m. PST.

h e W.J. Mouat Hawks are gaining a reputation for developing tough, young linebackers, and Grade 11 student athlete Jake Heathcote is no exception.

Heathcote was recently named a defensive all-star for B.C. High School Football Triple-A Varsity after an outstanding season with the Hawks.

He led the team in tackles and tied for first in sacks with three alongside defensive lineman Dustin Plett.

In a season where head coach Denis Kelly admitted at times the Hawks weren’t as big or physical as in years past, Heathcote provided the defensive muscle. see ALL-STARS, page A25

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Best on Canada’s U-17 rugby squad

He can come back next year as a Grade 12 with an opportunity to play college ball after high school.

“Jake has the full package,” said Kelly. “He’s got one more year left and he’s going to be one of the top players coming up in the 2011 season.

“He was one of the leading tacklers in the province and the heart and soul of our defence there.”

But the best thing Heathcote has going for him is his academics.

By all accounts, the 6’2”, 215 pound linebacker and fullback is an outstanding student, which acts as a bonus for someone who is proving to be a standout football player.

“He’s got a great gradepoint average in school, he’s a team captain and just a great guy . . . and he’s certainly deserved the recognition.”

Also named an all-star from the Mouat Hawks was Grade 12 receiver Desmond Bassi.

Bassi was the Hawks top receiver in 2010.

He finished the campaign with almost 150 yards more receiving then his next closest teammate, David Park.

Rick Hansen Hurricanes’ Grade 12 receiver Daniel McCutcheon was named as a Double-A All-Star.

Jorden Best of Robert Bateman Secondary has been selected to the Canada U-17 rugby team and will travel to Santa Barbara, Calf. for a two-game series against the U.S. high school All-Americans on Dec. 29 and 31.

All 17 of the B.C. players selected for the Santa Barbara tour have represented their province at the U-16 level.

Abbotsford’s Best and Comox Valley’s Connor Willis are two of the more experienced players who have represented B.C. at two national championships.

The end-goal of the U-17 setup is to send a competitive side to the Wellington Festival in UK next March to compete in a high-pressure environment against other national squads.

Taylor fourth in Canada

Nick Taylor of Abbotsford has been recognized as one of Canada’s top male amateur golfers as Golf Canada announced the final standings of the 2010 National Order of Merit.

Taylor finished fourth in the men’s Order of Merit behind Eugene Wong of North Vancouver, who was named top male amateur golfer in Canada.

Taylor received 717.5 points, behind third place finisher Albin Choi of Toronto with 777.5.

The National Order of Merit presented by Under Armour recognizes season-long achievements and was established to identify Canada’s top amateur golfers. For full standings and points breakdown, go to www.rcga.org/orderofmerit.

Icebreakers take two

The Mission Icebreakers won back-to-back games on the weekend in Junior B hockey, beating the North Delta Devils 6-5 in a shootout Saturday, and the Aldergrove Kodiaks 2-0 in overtime on Sunday. The Icebreakers are in fifth spot in the Harold Brittain Conference with 23 points, just three back of Aldergrove with 26. They battled Richmond last night but scores were not available by deadline.

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The Abbotsford Mariners PDL (Premier Development League) team enters their 10th season in 2011 as the oldest franchise in the Northwest Division with open tryouts being held in late February or early March 2011.

The Premier Development League has 65 teams across North America with nine teams in the Northwest Division that will challenge for the division title along with the Abbotsford Mariners. They include the Kitsap Pumas, Portland Timbers U23, Seawolves FC, Tacoma Tide FC, Vancouver Whitecaps Resindency, Victoria Highlanders and Washington Crossfire.

The Abbotsford Mariners is the flagship of the local men’s program. Many players have launched their careers with the Canadian National teams and Canadian and U.S. universities from this program.

The PDL Mariners play their home games at Bateman Park between May 13 and July

24. They are coached by Ian Knight. The 2011 season schedule will be posted soon.

For more information e-mail Brad Nicholl at president@abbotsfordsoccer.com.

Super Y League

Abbotsford Mariners will be having eight teams playing in the Super Y League from U13 to U16 boys and girls.

The Super Y League will run from mid May to mid August with the finals being held in November in Florida. League games are played in B.C. and all home games are at Abbotsford’s Bateman Park.

Tryouts are open, but players must register in their appropriate age group. All evaluations/tryouts to be announced early January 2011.

For more information regarding the Super Y League visit the official website at www. supery.uslsoccer.com.

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SAGANO SUSHI Japanese Restaurant

In Abbotsford, requires a Korean-style Japanese Chef (Cook) & Korean-style Cook.

Min. 3 yrs exp. Asian style food cook licence an asset.

Fluent in Korean with basic English. Duties include: Devloping menu, manage kitchen operation, train & supervise kitchen staff, plan & direct food prep. F/T, $3,000 $3,500/mo, 40 hours/wk. $18 $21.50/hr. 2 wks vacation.

Located at #105 - 32883 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford Fax resume: 604-746-0055 Email: luohongmin@live.ca

1250

A27

Hotel Restaurant

WOK BOX Fresh Asian Kitchen Opening soon in Clearbrook Plaza near Safeway.

Seeking all positions from cooks, cashiers, and dish washers. Full & part time required immediately.

Send resume to: wb63@wokbox.ca or contact 1-780-228-3135

1270

Office Personnel

F/T TEMPORARY RECEPTIONIST

Required for Langley Advance newspaper. Must have good computer skill, be able to manage a busy switchboard and have pleasant telephone manner.

Email resume to bswaby@langleyadvance.com

To advertise in Employment:

Toll Free 1-866-620-4529

EDUCATION FEATURED EMPLOYMENT ROAD SMART TRAINING INSTITUTE LTD. SALES PROFESSIONAL

Head Greenhouse Grower Required Canadian Valley Growers Ltd. is a greenhouse specializing in bedding plants and has four locations located in Aldergrove, Abbotsford and Maple Ridge. We require a Head Grower for our Maple Ridge location.

Duties would include: ● ● ● ● ●

Establishing and maintaining required environment for bedding plants.

Supervise planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying of bedding plants.

Removes substandard plants to maintain quality control and prunes plants to enhance development Explains and demonstrates care-taking techniques to coworkers and contract labor Supervising up to 60 employees and contract labor

Knowledge and Skills: ● ● ● ●

Experience working specifically with bedding plants and perennials 5+ years on the job horticultural training in a large greenhouse environment Supervisory experience essential Experience as a Head or Lead Grower

Salary Range: ● ●

$40 - 60K per year based on experience.

Benefit package available (dental, extended health, life insurance)

Canadian Valley Growers Ltd. Box 1330, Aldergrove, BC, V4W 2V1 Please fax resumes to 604 857 0666 clearly marked Greenhouse Grower

North Vancouver

Surrey

Burnaby

Job Description and Responsibilities:

FBC is the preferred alternative to the traditional accounting approach to taxation consulting and preparation. Rewarding opportunities exist for highly motivated, success oriented individuals to work as Sales Professionals.

As a Sales Professional and a key member of our Sales Team you will be responsible to do the following: • Ensure the successful presentation and sale of key products and services related to tax preparation and financial/tax planning for agricultural and small businesses; • Achieve set out goals and sales targets; • Ensure maximum market penetration, seeking out and developing new business opportunities that will enhance our high growth potential.

1403

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding Available.

1-866-399-3853 www.iheschool.com

1410 Education DGS CANADA 2-Day Forklift Weekend Course

Qualifications Required:

To ensure your success in this role, we require the following: • The ability to travel throughout the region, with some overnight stays required (a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are essential).

• The capability of motivating yourself and others • The ability to build trusting and solid relationships • The desire and motivation to be challenged and to achieve results • A keen interest in presenting ideas and plans while influencing the attitudes and opinions of others • Knowledge of taxation is not required for this position In return for your dedication and hard work we provide the following: • An excellent opportunity to learn and develop new skills.

• An intensive initial training program plus ongoing follow-up training.

• Superior bonus structure and attractive incentive programs • The opportunity to grow and develop your career in a fast paced, high growth organization To submit your application for this opportunity, please email your cover letter and resume to: sales@fbc.ca Thank you for your interest in FBC. The most qualified candidates will be asked to complete additional online forms.

Career Services/ Job Search

No Reservations Needed Report to: # 215 – 19358 - 96 Ave., Surrey Saturday, 8:30am www.dgscanada.ca

604-888-3008

Free Shuttle Service for Chilliwack & Abby.

Preferred by Canadian Employers

MARITIME DRILLING SCHOOL

Entry-level training for land and offshore oilrigs. Excellent wages, benefits and opportunities to travel the world. Oct 11-Oct 30 and Nov 8-Nov 27. Contact: 1-866-807-3960 www.mdslimited.ca

Personal Trainer Certification

Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer.

Government Financial Aid may be available.

604-930-8377 Hilltop Academy

Delta

Chilliwack Maple Ridge Vancouver

Langley

Abbotsford Coquitlam

New Westminster

We have jobs in every Lower Mainland community.

Position Available

Technical Sales

Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. (website iem.ca) designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The Company has been in operation since 1955 and is privately owned with an attractive employee ownership program available to all employees. We are located in Port Kells, Surrey.

We require a Technical Sales person to call on consulting engineers, prepare quotations and administer contracts. This is a senior sales function.

The successful candidate will have a technical background in engineering with sales experience.

At least five years of post education experience in a related field is required.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to a qualified candidate.

Reply by Email to jwurz@iem.ca or by fax to 604-513-9930.

Job Listings, From A-Z

From advertising executive or banker to x-ray technician or zookeeper, you'll find it in the Employment Section.

To advertise in Employment call 1-866-620-4529

1420

Tutoring Services

TUTORS One-on-one tutoring. All subjects -All levels. Tutor Doctor Fraser Valley 778.549.0750 www.smarterstudents.ca

Dreaming of a career in

Education?

Find it in the calssifieds!

2 Day comprehensive, standardized training curriculum for Traffic Control Persons, meeting the current WCB requirements.

Visit us at www.roadsmarttraining.com For further information or to register, contact 604-881-2111

Healthcare is a Rewarding Career Become a

Full Scope Practical Nurse

- Generic

Train to be a full scope practical nurse in one year and become a very important part of today’s healthcare.

48 WEEK PROGRAM 4 DAYS A WEEK

100,000

$

TUITION GIVEAWA Y

* *Call a Ca reer Advis or today for more details!

STARTS JANUARY IN MAPLE RIDGE HURRY CALL TODAY!

604-463-1174 www.discoverycommunitycollege.com

Your Career Starts Here

CHEF TRAINING a recipe for success

Learn the Fundamentals of Professional Cooking 3, 6 and 12-month programs

We offer

• apprenticeship qualification • work experience placement • Foodsafe certification Over 90% of our graduates find full-time employment.

CASCADE

Culinary Arts School Call !

Today

35190 Delair Road, Abbotsford Telephone: 604-556-7000

www.culinaryartsabbotsford.ca

A28 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 THE TIMES

GARAGE SALES ABBOTSFORD FLEA MARKET

MISSION MCC Thrift Shop

Indoor & Outdoor Sundays 6am - 4pm

★Fri Dec 17 & Sat Dec 18★ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 32608 Fraser Cres.

Mission ...604-826-1515

604-859-7540

2060

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality.

All Shapes & Colors Available.

Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca

Food Products

HHOWARD WONG FARMS

2070

Fuel

DRY SPLIT WOOD Pick Up load $140 delivered. Hardwood plus kilning.

Ph 604-823-4272

“The Valley’s premier farm market for 35 years”

Lots of European Christmas goodies and all your Fruit & Veggie needs.

FULL YEAR SEASONED Alder, Birch & Maple Firewood, Split & Delivered. 604-825-9264

2115

OPEN 6 Days a Week Mon-Sat – 8am to 6pm

3507 Adjustable Sealy Queen Bed with frame Frame rests on 4 wheels with breaks and comes with a head board mount. The head and foot part can be adjusted separately from each other and each part has a massage feature, easily controlled via included remote control. The bed comes with Primu dreamer memory foam mattress in a Tempurpedic breathable/waterproof mattress cover. The bed has never been in contact with smoke, pets and has no damage (spillage, burns etc.).

Similar models sell for $5000, paid $3800 6 months ago. Willing to part for $2900obo. Call 778-384-1210

2095

Lumber/Building Supplies

#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse or storage building. 6 different colors available! 40 year warranty!

FREE shipping for the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Plants & Trees

CEDAR HEDGING $1.00/foot& up. Dug in ready, installation & delivery avail 604-795-1999. Now is the best time for planting!

5486 Riverside St. (Corner of Harris & Riverside) MATSQUI VILLAGE

2055

For Sale Miscellaneous

Call Today to Place Your Ad in

Food Products

3508

Furniture

Seasonal Special Collectibles & Christmas items 50% off

Exhibition Park

2055

2075

Dogs

3508

Dogs

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $350+.

604-590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

ROTTWEILER PUPPIES, CKC Reg. Malti V-1 rated, top blood lines, Health Cert. 604-535-9994 CHIHUAHUA X YORKIE PUPPIES. Small size.

Vaccinated. $575. 604-588-5195

RAGDOLLS & Exotic X Kittens 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com AMERICAN COCKER spaniels cuddly, child friendly, 1st shots vet checked,$700 cash 604-823-4393

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

ENGLISH MASTIFF pups, M/F, p/b, papers, dewormed, 1st shots, 9 wks. $1,850. (1)-604-316-5644

AUSSIE DOODLE/LAB Doodles, from $350 - $900, yellow, silver & choc., non shed 604-302-3993

Cares!

The Abbotsford-Mission Times has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to finding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

ENGLISH SETTER, CKC Reg. puppies, M/F, Champion lines.

Great temperament. 1st shoots, tattooed. $900. 604-533-9310

GOLDEN DOODLE Pups great family pets, email pics avail, $750. 250-674-0091

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com

JACK RUSSELL pups smooth m/f, dewormed, 1 shots, tails docked, view parents, $450. 604-701-1587

PIT BULL puppies male & female 1st shots, dewormed $350. View parents. Phone 604-701-1587

604-850-9600

Christmas Calendar REAL ESTATE SCOTT CHRISTMAS TREES $20. Frasier Fir - Blue & Green Spruce. 33130 Old Riverside Rd (off Gladwin Rd)

You Cut & Pre-Cut Trees

❅

5 Varieties ❄ Open 9 - 5 daily 33833 Vye Rd. Abbotsford

604-854-5059

CLEAN HOG FUEL $250+/truckload, Delivered.

13 units. Call 604-307-4607

4060

Metaphysical

LOVE! MONEY! LIFE! #1 Psychics!

1-877-478-4410 CreditCards/Deposit $3.19/min 18+ 1-900-783-3800 www.mysticalconnections.ca

5005

LOTS OF YUKON GOLD POTATOES

YULETIDE CHRISTMAS TREE ❄ FARM ❅

Horses

KING CHARLES/COCKER X POODLE, Vaccinated, Dewormed, 604-812-8414

FRESH CHRISTMAS TREES

Decorations/ Trees

3520

BOSTON TERRIER Pups, CKC reg, vet chk’d, reputable breeder & exc pedigree. 1-604-794-3786

SERVING: Breakfast, Lunch, Fresh Coffee & Sandwiches

1635

TEACUP YORKSHIRE Terrier pup. female, 604-825-2001 www.fraservalleyyorkies.com

BERNESE MOUNTAIN Dog Pups, vet ✔. Ready for Xmas! $950. Chwk. 1-604-794-3561

Open: 8:00am-6:00pm • Mon.-Sat. Open: 8:00am-5:00pm • Sunday

Decorations/ Trees

★ TEACUP YORKIES PUPS ★ 1 male, 1 fem, 12 wks full tails on purpose. Smart & Adorable Ready to go!! 604 988 9601 www. northshoreyorkies.com

604-724-7652

MARKETPLACE

1635

Dogs

BOXERS, CKC reg. show champion lines, 3 flashy brindle males, 1 reverse, chipped, wormed & shots, ready now, 604-987-0020

Cats

604-850-9600 Open 7 Days a Week 1-877-852-0888 EXIT 104, off Hwy #1

3508

6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-28

Richmond

RICHMOND - $435,000, High ceiling, hardwood floor, fireplace, fenced yard & patio, SS appl. Free recorded msg 1-800-591-1037 ID# 7100 Mac Realty RICHMOND - $488,000, South view, Best layout, balcony, hardwood floor, S/S appls, 2 pkg. Free recorded msg 1-800-591-1037 ID# 7102 Mac Realty

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

● DIFFICULTY SELLING?●

High Pymts/Expired Listing/No Equity?

We Will Take Over Your Payment Until We Sell Your Property. No Fees.

Call Kristen today (604) 812-3718

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6035

14x66 – $56,000 Doublewide $77,500

— QUALITY HOMES —

❏WE BUY HOMES❏

1-800-339-5133

Call Kristen Today (604) 812-3718

MOBILE HOME pads available in Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Hope.

Call Chuck 604-830-1960

Any Price, Any Location Any Condition. No Fees! No Risk! www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6020-02

Abbotsford

RICK EDEN

uSELLaHOME.com

$99 can sell your home 574-5243 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $99,900 597-8361 id4714 Sry Sullivan Mews ground lvl 1200sf 2br 2ba tnhse, 55+complex $220K 834-6935 id5136 Sry E Newton 1 acre lot with 2600sf 6br 2.5ba bungalow $479,900 778-549-2056 id5198

* AT WE BUY HOMES *

We Offer Quick Cash For Your House

Damaged Home! Older Home!

Difficulty Selling! Call us first!

No Fees! No Risks! 604-626-9647 www.webuyhomesbc.com

Mobile Homes

— NEW — MANUFACTURED HOME FACTORY DIRECT

REPOSSESSED MOBILE homes, 1981 to 2009. free 20 x 40 to be moved. 604-830-1960 SRI HOMES 16 wide $ 75,950.

Special: Free painted gyproc until Dec 20th. 604-830-1960

6052

★ ALERT: WE BUY HOUSES ★ Foreclosure Help! Debt Relief!

No Equity! Don’t Delay!

Call us First! 604-657-9422

PIT BULL Pups. Blue Nose, Razors Edge/Gotti Lines. $800 1000. Call/text (1)-604-819-6006

Real Estate Investment

POMERANIAN TEACUP babies + Mom. 1st shoot, wormed, dew claws. $750 +. 604-581-2544 PUGS PUREBRED, no papers, 2 blk, 2 fawn, 2 fem, 2 male $850. ready Dec 29. 604-796-2227

SCHNOODLE PUPPIES ready for Christmas. $750-$850. There are 4 females avail. Call 604-850-2897 or KJKrs@shaw.ca. See Kijij ad 4 pix.

You Want It We’ve Got It

Find Whatever You’re Looking for in the Classifieds.

5035

Financial Services

Avoid Bankruptcy, Stops Creditor Calls. Much lower Payments at 0% Interest.

We work for You, not Your Creditors.

Call 1-866-690-3328

NEED CASH AND OWN A VEHICLE?

You keep your keys and drive away with cash.

Call Got Keys? Got Cash!

(604) 760-9629

http://www.gotkeysgotcash.com

Instant Cash!

Use your Car, Keep your Car No Credit Checks!

Borrow from to $1000 to $20,000 from our local office

604.628.2226 www.PITSTOPLOANS.com

Need a New Place?

5070

Money to Loan

Need Cash Today?

RICK EDEN 604-854-4888 FREE Property Evaluation

Landmark/Rick Eden Agencies

OFFERING FULL service bookkeeping out of my own office using the Simply Accounting Program. Reas. rates. P/U & delivery avail. Linda 604-866-6866

www.4pillars.ca

Call

25 yr. Gold Master Medallion Recipient

Bogged Down By Paperwork? Let me help simplify your life & free up your time. Provide acct receivables, payables, payroll, Gov’t remittances reconciliation & taxes. Call Kendra 604-302-5790.. Harder Bookkeeping & Tax Services

Cut Your Debt by up to 70% DEBT Forgiveness Program

★Less Than perfect credit OK★ Low down payment, I have a nice home for you! Rent To OWN! Call Kim 604-628-6598

Selling Your Home?

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Find one in the Classifieds To advertise call 604-850-9600

Check Out Our Website: http://classified.van.net

✔Do you Own a Car? ✔Borrow up to $10000.00 ✔No Credit Checks! ✔Cash same day, local office www.REALCARCASH.com

604.777.5046

5505

Legal/Public Notices

NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the estate of ELIZABETH BETTY J MAROCCHI, formerly of 5-32917 Amicus Place, Abbotsford, BC, Deceased, who died on April 21, 2010, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned executor, c/o Peter Nikolich Law Corporation, 202-1006 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K4 on or before January 07, 2011, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

Maureen Johnson, Executrix.

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

WELL-MAINTAINED, 960 sq ft, south facing, 2 bdrm Garden T/H on greenbelt with a large private deck. In suite laundry. Near UFV with easy hwy access. N/S. Dec 1 or sooner. $875/month plus util.

604-852-9383

6508

Apt/Condos

1 BR $650. Apt in Mission. carpet, coin wd, avail Dec. 1 Bob 604-302-8676 or 604-826-5147

ABBY Downtwn Tuscany Suites 1 BR & 2 BR Apts, fridge, stove, hot water. Avail now. $600/mo.

9am-9pm daily ★ 604-539-2533

7005

Body Work

ABBOTSFORD Jan $50/30 min. Full Body. Swedish Massage Karen 19 Jade 23. In/out (604) 854-0599

How to write a classified ad that works.

Writing an effective classified ad is easy when you know how. What follows is a step-by-step guide focusing on the time-tested principles of a successful ad.

• Use a keyword. Start your ad with the item for sale, service offered or the job title.

• Be descriptive. Give customers a reason to respond. Advertisers have found that the more information you provide, the better the response.

• Limit abbreviations.

Use only standard abbreviations to avoid confusion and misinterpretations.

• Include price. Always include price of the item for sale.

• How to respond. Always include a phone number (with area code) and/or street and email address.

To place your ad call:

604-850-9600

ABBY SPACIOUS 2 BR, 2 bath, 5 appls, Insuite laundry, gas f/p secure parking. Av now, 1 year lease. N/S N/P. Starting at $800.

Haven Properties: Sandy @ 604.538.3823.24, Assistant Brenda 604.657.3321 MISSION 2 bdrm 7696 Grand St., reno’d. top flr, renovated, on site Mgr. Avail Jan 1. $750 604-826-3665 or 778-552-1808

Apt/Condos

www.cedargreen.com

2441 Countess St 1 Bedroom from 620 $

1 Bdrm. & Den from $650

2 Bedroom

starting at $700 totally reno’d $790

604.850.5375 Seniors Incentive

3 Bdrm Homes! Rent TO OWN! Poor Credit Ok, Low Down.

Call Karyn 604-857-3597

Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Covered Parking,

3 BR +den, Totally Reno’d House & Yard, Gardeners Delight! Beautiful Views, near shops, hwy & schools, avail Jan. 1. ns, $1650, 32864 10 Ave, Mission. Call 1-604-657-0229 for viewing.

3 BR suite, 2 bath, $1300. Brand new, 5 appls, laminate/tile, secure garage, Mission, NS, no pet, avail now call 604-820-8664

Available for Immediate Occupancy

★Adjacent to green space Inquire about our rent incentives

Please call 604-534-9499

32101 Mt. Waddington Ave.

HOMESTEAD ESTATES

Abbotsford: Deluxe, large apts.

Newer, well maintained bldg.

1 Bedroom from $750 2 Baths in 2-bdrm. units from $895 Gas heat, F/P, D/W, inste.

W/D hookup, gated u/g prkg.

Cat OK.

33382 George Ferguson Way

BIRCHWOOD MANOR

3 BR home, Mission, private, mtn view, close to amen, 1/2 acre, gated & fenced, sm pet ok $1500.

Dec 1. 604-826-6559, 832-1483 4 BR, approx 2000 sq ft, West Abbotsford, near elem school & bus, $1000. ref’s req’d, ns, np.

Kathy 604-746-2208

Some with in-suite laundry, D/W, prkg. incl. Part of the Abbotsford Crime Free Housing Program

Call: 604-832-8909

Baywest Management Corp.

6522

Furnished Accommodation

1 BR, Mission, 1 bath, nr Cedar & Best, ns, np, prkg for small car, $400 incl utils, call 604-289-1955

Moving Out?

BACH, FURN, FARM, SHOP, prkg, W/D, hot tub, cable, ph, net $600 incl, MISSION. 604-826-3874

MISSION 2 Bdrm new suite, College Heights, np, avail now.

604-820-3497, 604-556-4056

ABBOTSFORD ROOMS $450.

604-854-1000

6602

6620

1 BR clean bright bsmt suite, Mission, Jan. 1 suits quiet prof N/S, non partier $600 incls heat, hydro, cable, w/d. 604-826-2096 1 BR new Bsmt ste, avail Dec 15. ns, np, $525 incl util, full kitch & living rm, 1 prkg, 604-852-0060

HOUSES – MISSION Waxberry – Desirable Hillside location! – 4bdrm+den+rec room – double garage + RV parking - $1650/mo Johnson Rd – large 2900 sq ft 3 bdrm + recroom in the country on 10 ACRES – pine hardwood floors - double garage - $1800/mo Bailey – super luxurious 3000 sq ft 4bdrm + den + large cozy family room - 4 bath - vaulted ceilings – culdesac – lower suite rented to quiet family – 6 appl - $1800/mo

ABBOTSFORD APARTMENTS

MISSION UPPER flr, 3 BR, all appls, own W/D, A/C, gas f/p, huge yard. Close to schools, shops. Pet negot. Avail now. $1300 + 1/2 utls. 604-765-3340

MISSION, 3 BR T/H, quiet family complex, rent geared to income, n/p, avail Now, 604 820-1715

Suites/Partial Houses

UPPER/LOWER SUITES – MISSION

MISSION, 2 br new bsmt, all utils incl’d. nr schools/bus, own entry.Immed n/s, n/p, 604-826-3164

6605

Rooms

Warehouse/ Commercial

COMMERCIAL STORE FRONTAGE FOR LEASE

Yale Road in Chilliwack 1400 sq.ft. with large bay door available Immediately M.Y. Mini Storage 604-703-1111

— TEMPO —

33545 Rainbow Ave., Abbotsford

Close to University, Hospital and freeway 6 appliances * secured parking

*#206R - jr 1 bdrm 634 sq ft $795/mo * *#212R - 2 bdrm+den 2 baths 933 sq ft south facing $1125/mo *

(Min. 6 month lease – $50 move in fee)

— LATITUDE —

2233 MacKenzie Rd., Abbotsford * #225 – 1bdrm+den – 686 sq ft – South Facing – $895/mo * * #401 – 2bdrm + den top floor – 954 sq ft 2 full baths – East Facing – $1325/mo * * #406 – 1bdrm + den top floor – 686 sq ft East Facing – $920/mo *

2 BDRM bsmt ABBY nr UFV newer home, ns, np. $800 util incl Digital tv, Dec 15 604-832-8555.

Check the Rental Section

2 BR suite, E. Abby, 1200sf, own wd, incl utils, cable, own patio, prkg, cat ok, no dogs please, avail now, $925, 604-615-4505

Cancer June 21-July 22: Avoid all new starts, especially in work and health zones. An ongoing “condition” in one of these might reach a climax Monday/Tuesday – after this,the atmosphere changes: fresh horizons, fresh new people and opportunities (and challenges and competitors) arrive. Still, start nothing new yourself, before Dec. 30. Lie low, rest, contemplate and be charitable Sunday/Monday.

(Being charitable when you’re “down” ensures a turn of luck later.) Practise safety. Your energy surges back midweek – Wednesday holds a lucky surprise, wise love! Chase money Thursday/Friday.

Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Start no important projects, buy nothing significant, before Dec. 30. An old flame might appear this week or next, but it’s almost too late, sort of “life’s afterthought.” Your home continues to be sweet, affectionate. The end of this month and early January will favour re-decorating or purchasing property. “Vaguely” schedule that now, put aside the time. Happiness and social delights visit Sunday/ Monday. You might receive a loving message. A prospective relationship offers good romance, bad marriage. Leave commitment decisions for 2011. A month of work and health issues begins Tuesday.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Start nothing new before Dec. 30, especially in real estate, domestic, childoriented and security arenas. A former opportunity might return in one of these zones now or next week. Your career, duties owed to higher-ups, and your reputation demand attention Sunday/Monday – erratic relationships might threaten your progress or bring a climax. Tuesday begins a month of romance, creative successes and speculative “wins!”

Optimism, social delights fill Tuesday/Wednesday: welcome a fine relationship Wednesday. Retreat Thursday/Friday. Your charisma attracts “deep stuff” Saturday.

Apt/Condos

Parker – brand new home 2bdrm LOWER suite – F/S D/W & rare to find private w/d - $850/mo +shared utils Wren – very nicely updated 3bdrm + 1.5 baths UPPER floor – huge deck & yard – wood f/p - $1000/mo + shared utils 6th – 3 bdrm UPPER – laminate & tile throughout – carport – shared w/d - $1100/mo incl utils Dunsmuir – 3bdrm UPPER - 2 baths – Mt Baker view – shared w/d – shared carport - Heritage/Windebank area - $1100/mo+shared utils Parker – brand new home 3bdrm + den UPPER – 2 full baths – private w/d - double garage – culdesac – new subdivision - $1400/mo + shared utils

MISSION, 2 BR, clean, suits 1 or 2, $800 incl utils, ns, np, sat tv, nr Lougheed, now, 604-826-9133

Townhouses Rent

A29

ASK ABOUT SPECIAL RENT INCENTIVES BEING OFFERED IN DECEMBER ONLY FOR SOME OF OUR PROPERTIES

MISSION 1 BR bsmt ste, jet tub, 1 pers only, f/p, w/d, $700 incl gas/hyd. Bfr 4pm, 604-715-5661

STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● COQUITLAM - 218 Allard St. 2 bdrm HANDY MAN SPECIAL!!!

HOUSE, bsmt/2 sheds....$888/M NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p,Long term finance, new roof, RT-1..$1,288/M SURREY- 6297 134 St. Solid 5 bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre lot with views... $1,688/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6590

6508

CLOVERDALE. Brand New 1 BR . Small pet neg. $700/mo incl hydro/’net. Immed. 604-574-2141

MISSION 1 br + den spacious above ground bsmt suite. Private entry, insuite w/d, n/s, n/p. $750 incl utils & cable. avail immed 604-557-3924

Abbotsford: Clean, spacious

2 Bdrm. Units from $695.

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: New projects and relationships will tend to go in circles – forever. So stay with the ongoing, finish up things that have sucked your energy for too long. Something from the past – a foreign contact, a legal, cultural or educational matter, a travel opportunity, perhaps a loved one, a wedding or divorce plan – returns now. You might as well tackle this, or more importantly, tackle the flaw that is preventing it from working. Intimacy, sex, investment and finances are mildly blessed all month: you could gain from another’s assets. Bosses, VIPs start to examine your performance.

Taurus April 20-May 20: Don’t start new relationships or projects before Dec. 30. Stick with the ongoing, or reprise past involvements and opportunities. Chase money Sunday/Monday, but DON’T buy important items, especially televisions, computers, etc. A former financial opportunity might reappear, but its initial flaw has not disappeared, so stay out. Love exists, your spouse shows affection, others treat you well. Be wary of legal hassles and international travel: avoid them all month. Paperwork, talk and errands are lucky Wednesday. Settle down Thursday/Friday. Romance, beauty, pleasure come Saturday!

Gemini May 21-June 20: Start nothing new, especially in contracts, agreements, marriage, partnerships,relocation,andpublicdealings.Something or someone from the past might appear in these zones: it’s probably more trouble than good. You might grow indecisive about a link. If you look deeply, you’ll see that your indecision is justified. Promise nothing, sign nothing. A month of mystery begins. Your energy perks up Sunday/Monday. Money and possessions meet barriers Tuesday, good luck Wednesday. Travel, communications go well Thursday/Friday. Home, family, security bless you Saturday.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Don’t start new projects or relationships before Dec. 30. You might hear/ read a significant message Sunday. Gentle love and understanding fill Sunday/Monday – but Monday holds a couple of surprises, or stress that could affect your health briefly. This stress/health link has been around for seven years. It will end by March 2011.

Gastro-intestinal irritations will ebb. The last year’s quiet cloud over your career will also end by March.

A “domestic month” begins Tuesday. Your career/job meets luck Wednesday. Optimism, happiness visit Thursday/Friday! Retreat Saturday.

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Avoid new starts before Dec. 30. Mysteries arise Sunday/Monday – good mysteries Sunday, leading to rewarding research, or sharing of intimacies, secrets. But take care Monday: don’t invest, borrow, or risk a romantic situation by being too “investigative.” Tuesday begins a month of details, errands, communications, paperwork and travel – be alert in all these, as mistakes are rife until late December. Wisdom, gentle love flow midweek, but are only lucky Wednesday, not Tuesday. Ambition, Thursday/Friday. Happiness, optimism, social joys arrive Saturday! A new life looms!

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Your energy remains high, but shy away from big new starts before Dec. 30.

You’ll be indecisive until then. A voice from the past might speak Sunday/Monday, or you can be reminded of old relationships, perhaps of old ambitions this week and next. Tuesday begins a month of money, possessions, memory and sensuality. Midweek brings mysteries, subconscious urgings, changes, investments, large finances and intimate bonds.

These are lucky Wednesday, not Tuesday. Wisdom, understanding, gentle love and international themes bless you Thursday/Friday. Your prestige rises Saturday.

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Dec. 19 - Dec. 25 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Start nothing before Dec. 30. Nostalgia about a more secure time fills this week and next – or you face unfinished obligations, probably involving the government, institutions or disadvantaged people. You could find “lost” receipts, documents that will prove valuable in future – save them. Chores and health issues fill Sunday (good) and Monday (difficult). Relationships irk you Tuesday, but flow with pleasant, happy luck Wednesday. Your energy and charisma surge upward now through January! Life’s depths “surface” Thursday/Friday: research, don’t commit. Gentle love Saturday.

Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Avoid big new projects or relationships before Dec. 30. A former “light lover” or happy friend might return now to late month.

Sunday/Monday are romantic, creative and pleasurefilled, but right after this you begin a month of quietude, moderate withdrawal, lowered energy and charisma. (Even Monday, though romantic, hits the turbulence of a “phase end.”) Tackle chores Tuesday (cautiously) and Wednesday (success, even money luck). Relationships confront you Thursday/Friday: all’s well, even a bit romantic. Pursue a mystery Saturday – a “gift” has good future implications.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Don’t start anything new before Dec. 30. A month of pressures and hard work ends Tuesday; four weeks of social delights, optimism, flirtations and happiness begin! But an incomplete career project overhangs this week and next – as long as it’s nothing new, try to finish it up now. Or, a former career role or employment opportunity might return, especially Thursday/Friday: sure, take it. Earlier, rest up, be domestic, Sunday/ Monday. Romance, creativity and pleasure meet barriers Tuesday, success and luck Wednesday.

Exciting meetings portend future joys Saturday! timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

A30 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 THE TIMES

AUTOMOTIVE Correction Notice 9125

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07 DODGE RAM 3500 MEGA CAB 5.9 diesel, 46km 10-146

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06 FLAGSTAFF Alum frame, narrow body with slide . $11,800

CARS/TRUCKS

93 JEEP CHEROKEE

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01 KIA SPORTAGE SUV 4x4, leather ...................... $5,000 99 VW BEETLE..... $3,900 08 PONTIAC WAVE 5 sp, 4 dr sedan........... $5,400 04 KIA SEDONA ... $4,000 03 KIA SEDONA ... $3,400 98 RANGE ROVER HSE SUV, 4x4, 123,000km ..... $6,000 00 DODGE NEON auto ........................ $2,400 03 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 5 speed .................... $3,000 98 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Auto, low miles............ $1,900 01 TOYOTA ECHO Auto$3,200 96 DODGE NEON .. $1,495 00 FORD EXPLORER LIMITED SUV ....... $4,800 98 FORD EXPLORER $3,000 06 HYUNDAI ACCENT 5 speed .................... $4,200 05 DODGE MAGNUM station wagon ............. $6,500 92 FORD TEMPO Auto, low k, Mechanic’s Special .......... $500 94 MAZDA MX3 5 sp, 98 FORD EXPLORER $3,000 91 JAGUAR ......... $1,500

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THE TIMES FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2010 ❘

COMMUNITY EVENTS EVENTS, from page A14 B, Room 121 at the University of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford Campus, 1661 McCallum Rd. With music

by Amy Stephen, cost is free and refreshments provided.

Rosen will sign his newly published book, Founders of Faith: The Parallel Lives of God’s Messengers.

Phone care

The Telecare Crisis and Caring Line will be holding training sessions for their winter intake of potential new volunteers. Classes begin on Thursday, Jan. 13 at 7 p.m. at Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Rd., Abbotsford. Those who are interested should be emotionally mature, empathetic and committed Christians.

The phone line answers over 2,000 calls a year from people facing a variety of conflicts. For more information visit www.telecarebc.com or call 604-852-4058.

New Year’s Eve

Enjoy live music close to home and ring in the New Year at Jubliee Hall, 7999 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford.

The Ken McCoy Band will perform as will a DJ from NW Entertainment. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are $35 each and include a full buffet dinner, top of the line party favours and champagne at midnight.

Tickets available at Wilway Lumber Sales, 28728 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove or by calling 604-856-4375. Get them early – last year was a sellout.

practise English. Training provided. The centre also hosts knitting classes on Fridays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 210-2580 Cedar Park Place, Abbotsford. Expert knitters and newcomers are welcome. Completed projects are donated to the needy. Call Chandra at 604854-8160.

Seniors fun

Matsqui Seniors Branch #69 hosts activities Monday to Friday at the Matsqui Recreation Centre, 3106 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford.

Come out and enjoy some bridge, bingo, whist, carpet bowling, potlucks and more.

For more information phone

Volunteer teachers

Community Services is looking for volunteers who are willing to help facilitate English conversation classes for newcomers. If you are interested in this unique opportunity, please contact Andrea at 604-217-3055, or e-mail host@abbotsfordcommunityservices.com.

Host immigrants

The HOST program at Gladwin Language Centre seeks volunteers to help newly arrived immigrants learn about Canadian culture and

Arthritis group

Abbotsford Mission Arthritis Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at Super Store (community room) 2855 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford. Next meeting is Jan. 6 at 6:30 p.m. Living with a chronic disease can be difficult. Share education, information and support with others. There is no cost. Call 604 853-8138 or e-mail koipond@telus.net for more information.

Blankets for Canada

The Abbotsford Chapter of Blankets For Canada will

have its monthly meeting on Thursday, Jan. 6 from 1p.m.

- 4 p.m. at Michael’s Arts and Crafts. All are welcome to help put knit and crochet blankets together for those in need in Abbotsford.

Donations of yarn always appreciated. All materials furnished. Call Nancy Gallagher 604-504-3713.

or listen. Volunteers to play piano, help organize are wanted. Phone Ed at 604853-8624 for details.

Reading buddies

Wanted: Volunteers 16 years and older for one hour a

Join the sing-a-long at the Abbotsford Seniors Association drop-in centre (Cyril Street between Essendene and Ferguson Way) on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., to sing old tunes with the A-Tones. Guests can sing, play acoustic instruments

Dr. Bill Chu DMD is pleased to invite & welcome new patients to

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257 2011 JEEP LIBERTY RENEGADE

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2006 BUICK ALLURE CXS Leather, loaded, $ #17045A ......................

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2007 VOLKSWAGON JETTA

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2008 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING SEDAN $

(15 and under)

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2003 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

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week, for Reading Buddies, with children in grades 1 – 4 who need extra help with reading, at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford. Call the children’s desk at 604859-7814, ext. 229.

To list an event hosted or sponsored by a non-profit group in Abbotsford or Mission in the Times community section, send an e-mail with a succinct, 75-word description of the event that includes the day, date, time and address to events@abbotsfordtimes.com, post directly to our website: www.abbotsfordtimes.com, or drop off at 30887 Peardonville Rd, Abbotsford.

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New Year’s at Bradner

Bradner Hall is again hosting a fabulous New Year’s Eve celebration. Say farewell to 2010, welcome in 2011, and party like it’s 1999. Bring some old friends and meet some new friends while you enjoy the excellent buffet dinner and dance the night away with DJ Phat Boyz.

Tickets are $30 and available at the Bradner Store. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dinner begins at 7:30 p.m. This is a very popular event so get your tickets early.

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2008 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB

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