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Now 73, Mavis Nielsen’s jingling bells still fetch the most money for Abbotsford’s Salvation Army fundraising drive. Exactly how much? “I don’t care,” she says, “as long as [the kettle] does well.” ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

donor, and wish him or her a Merry Christmas. Most respond by thanking her for her avis Nielsen may be the picture of work. joviality dressed as Mrs. Claus in She fascinates kids, and those who make her long red and white robe and donations get a candy cane treat. a Santa hat that flashes the words “Merry “They love the bells,” Mavis observes. Christmas,” but she’s all business when ringHer kettle is the top earner each year, but ing her jingle bells. Mavis has no idea how much money she The 73-year-old has been a collects. Salvation Army Christmas ket“I don’t know and I don’t care tle volunteer for a decade, and “I do it because how as long as [the kettle] does well,” has spent nine of those years she says. at “her spot” at the entrance to do I know in years However, she’s noticed donathe West Oaks Mall on South tions are harder to come by this Fraser Way. year. to come, I might not She works six days a week Times are tough, there aren’t from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., except need some help?” enough jobs and the unemployon Thursdays when she starts ment rate is high, says Mavis. at 1 p.m. because she volun“People are hurting. You take a teers in the morning at her – Mavis Nielsen volunteer look at the food bank.” church. The Salvation Army’s Christ“I’ve been doing this 10 years mas Kettle Campaign is the priand I love it,” says Mavis. mary source of funding for the services the “My husband passed away 11 years ago organization provides year round at its Cenand I’m on my own. I don’t like to stay at tre of Hope. home. I like to be where the people are. You’re The Sally Ann has set a fundraising goal of constantly talking so the time just flies.” $475,000 this year in order to meet increasing Most merchants and many donors know demand for its services such as the emergenher by name and stop to chat. cy shelter, meal centre, transition programs “People bring me coffees and something and advocacy and outreach workers. to eat,” says Mavis. “They do good work. I’m behind them 100 Shoppers of every age and background per cent,” says Nielsen. contribute to her kettle. “I do it because how do I know in years to Mavis takes care to thank every single come, I might not need some help?”

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Mavis Nielsen has been volunteering to staff the Salvation Army kettle at West Oaks Mall for many years, and likes interacting with people who stop to chat.

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“We’re so lucky it’s still here. The legacy of this rich heritage is on our shoulders, but we are prepared to maintain it,” Bains said. To honour the anniversary the temple’s Khalsa Diwan Society is organizing one event a month for the entire year. The celebration’s kick-off takes place at city hall on Jan. 10 with a proclamation by Mayor George Peary, and the unveiling of a historical exhibit about the temple.

he Abbotsford Police Department working in conjunction with BC Housing has certified buildings in all areas of the department’s jurisdiction as “Crime Free Multi-Housing” properties, a first for any city in British Columbia. The initiative is significant on many levels, Const. Ian MacDonald said, not the least of which is the sense of safety and well-being tenants feel when living in a safe apartment building. “Our objective is to make Abbotsford the safest city in B.C., but how can you [do that] when the communities and complexes within it aren’t safe?” MacDonald asked. Certifying these apartment and townhouse complexes affects hundreds of families throughout the city, and has a tremendous impact on human interaction. MacDonald said Const. Pat Patterson is mainly responsible for the turn around. When Patterson took over the portfolio two years ago, there were 20 housing units i n t h e p ro g ra m w i t h 1 1 being fully certified. Today, 83 housing units are in the program and 35 are fully certified. The numbers reflect a tremendous achievement according to MacDonald. “When you talk about the number of crime-free multihousing [developments in Abbotsford] that’s an environmental change,” MacDonald said. “It’s a change to [residents] lives, their safety and their personal environment.”

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– JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

Executive members of the Khalsa Diwan Society of the Gur Sikh Temple Mohinder Singh Gill (left) and Harkam Singh Gill (right) Gurdarshan Singh Sandhu and Bagi Brar (behind) are preparing to celebrate the gurdwara’s 100th anniversary. ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

his new year will be a particularly special one for Abbotsford when its Sikh population and the larger community unite to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the Gur Sikh Temple located on South Fraser Way. Satwinder Bains, director of the UFV Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies, said the historic temple, or gurdwara, is a testament to the pride, vision and

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abbotsfordtimes.com community commitment of early Sikh immigrants. A designated national historic monument, the temple was completed in 1911 by struggling pioneers. The oldest, and longest standing building of its kind in North America, it is the only gurdwara to have a national historic designation outside of India and Pakistan.

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Infighting leads to gangster arrests

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bbotsford Police Department’s gang suppression unit (GSU) has arrested four men who betrayed and split from the Duhre Group, a gang that recently filled the void in the city’s drug trade due to the decline of the Red Scorpions and UN Gang. The arrests disrupted a drug supply line and identified suspects in a violent home invasion from early November, said Const. Ian MacDonald. Brothers Aaron and Matthew Somerville are charged with trafficking cocaine. Matthew, 25, is facing four counts of trafficking while Aaron, 24, is charged with one count after the GSU gathered evidence against the suspects from late October to early this month. Two other men, Michael Lopeke, 22, and Jared Klade, 23, were arrested following a violent home invasion on Nov. 3, allegedly sparked by the need to secure cash to fund a drug line they’d snatched from the Duhre Group, said MacDonald. Both men have been

charged with two counts of robbery with a firearm, break and enter, unlawful confinement and assault with a weapon, and assault causing bodily harm. “Word on the street, as it were, was that an individual had some cash and they went there looking for it,” said MacDonald. “In the process [the suspects] brought firearms with them, held people there and assaulted them.”

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There were five to six occupants in the home in the 33200 block of Robertson Ave. when the invasion took place. Police were called after one of the victims jumped out a window and started yelling for help. A number of people in the home were beaten and needed medical treatment, said MacDonald. All four men are believed to be part of a splinter group of upwards of 10 members who have left the Duhre Group, he said. The group, named for brothers Sandip, Balraj and Paul Duhre, moved into

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Abby neighbourhood bands together Residents reclaim their space with help from Community Futures RAFE ARNOTT RArnott@abbotsfordtimes.com

group of Abbotsford residents took it upon themselves to make their neighbourhood great with some help from Community Futures. Capitalizing on solid relationships within the 42-lot east Abbotsford subdivision of Falcon Ridge Estates, residents banded together to implement a clean-up and renaming program. The idea came about after several residents expressed dissatisfaction with the way the development was left ‘unfinished,’ said Kevin Koopman of Community Futures, which works to foster economically vibrant, sustainable neighbourhoods. “They canvassed the neighbourhood

for some support and donations . . . they really wanted to make it their own neighbourhood, give it their own look and feel,” Koopman said. A large granite stone engraved with the name “Ridgeview Estates” now stands at the entrance to the subdivision. Some residents then for med a landscaping committee and planted shrubs and other plants to enhance the appearance of the sign. Koopman said Community Futures helped residents form the neighbourhood group along with ongoing support from Abbotsford Connected Neighbourhoods, which is funded by the Crime Reduction Taskforce and the City of Abbotsford. The goal of the programs is to bring residents together to reduce crime, Koopman said. “There is definitely some crime issues in the area, but that is secondary to galvanizing them.” Residents implemented “get to know your neighbour” events throughout

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Political drama far from over

he two coalition parties that have run this province for more than 50 years are at a political crossroads. Both the B.C. Liberals and the New Democratic Party face serious challenges when it comes to holding themselves together in order to have a real shot at either keeping power or gaining it. The two parties are now in the process of changing leaders, a situation that can create both positive and negative scenarios for political parties. It can be a chance for renewal, but also a threat to walk down a path of internal destruction. It must be remembered that both parties represent a coalition of interests. The B.C. Liberals inherited the Social Credit party’s “free enterprise” coalition, in which conservatives and liberals put their differences aside to achieve a mutual goal: obtaining, and keeping, political power. The NDP is a looser coalition that combines elements of classic trade unionism, social activism and socialism. The party has long been known for infighting (see: Kwan vs. James) yet has been able to maintain its status as the number two party in the province, always close to gaining power but rarely achieving that goal. The extraordinary events of the past few weeks (where, in unprecedented fashion, both parties took down their leaders at roughly the same time) suggest the leadership races them-

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From the Ledge selves may have a bigger impact on the parties than during a normal state of affairs. Let’s examine the B.C. Liberals first. Of the leadership candidates, only one – Kevin Falcon – is strongly identified on the conservative side of the spectrum. The rest are aligned on the liberal side, most notably Christy Clark, who has strong ties to the federal Liberal party. Both Falcon and Clark are considered the front-runners, yet both have the most potential of being a divisive force. They are both aggressive, brash politicians who can turn people off as easily as they attract them. It’s hard to imagine the party’s right-wing elements working under a Clark leadership with any great enthusiasm. It’s almost equally difficult to imagine the true liberals embracing a Falcon victory. Nevertheless, the free enterprise coalition’s historic ability to rally around a leader who can deliver power cannot be discounted. However, were Falcon or Clark to become the next premier, the party would be facing internal strains not felt since

the dying days of the old Socred regime (I’m discounting Gordon Wilson’s few years in power since the party never really became the free enterprise coalition until Gordon Campbell took over). On the NDP side, emotions will likely remain raw for some time and it’s hard to see the rift that now exists healing anytime soon. Throw in the simmering tensions between those who want to push the party further to the left and those wanting it to be more appealing to mainstream, middle-of-the-road voters, and it can be a toxic mess. As well, various factions have been fighting over control of the party for decades and it will likely continue . I wrote in this space a few weeks back that the time is ripe for some MLAs to become Independents or join together to create a new political party. The challenge for the two established coalitions is to keep that from happening. If the leadership races create a lot of infighting, it may be like a dam breaking, with MLAs suddenly leaving the parties that got them elected. The political events of the past six weeks have been crazy and unprecedented. But these extraordinary times are by no means over just yet. ■ Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC. Contact him at: KBaldrey@globaltv.com.

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Brother felt safer cycling in Vancouver Editor, the Times:

I agree with Mr. Ambrose that cyclists need to stay off the sidewalks. I think many cyclists use the sidewalks because they do not feel safe riding on the streets, with good reason. Abbotsford is not a bicycle-friendly city. I consider myself an experienced, year-round cyclist; its my main mode of transport. I ride as one should; with traffic, within two feet of the curb, with a helmet and running lights on all the time. A bicycle is a vehicle, unfortunately some drivers dont see it that way. I’ve been cursed at many times that I should get off the road or use the sidewalk. This past summer my brother (who lives and cycles in Vancouver), came out here to train for a charity ride. After, he told me how unsafe he felt here. In Vancouver there are many cyclists and therefore they are given more attention

and regard from drivers. I encourage all the sidewalk riders to ride as one should, we are entitled to a narrow strip of pavement by the curb. You will get to where you need to faster because there are no obstructions such as poles, trees, driveways and most importantly, people, to which the sidewalk belongs. John McNamee Abbotsford

Dunach’s fine final Christmas concert Editor, the Times:

Preparing for school closure is an awful process and in the midst of it all, the Dunach community is once again going to produce a spectacular Christmas concert. My wife, a Dunach teacher, comes home each day, full of excitement for the concert and saddened by the realization that this is the last Dunach Christmas concert. She tells me that it is like walking through a swamp – heavy and sad – but it is a walk that she is committed to because of the great love and respect she has for the kids, parents and teachers at her school. Dunach has chosen the theme “Shine On” for its last Christmas concert. This is truly an amazing community – Dunach students and parents will be singing at the Abbotsford hospital on

the same evening that the Board of Education will have all three readings to close their school. I know that the Board believes that it had to close Dunach in order to save money. I just wish they could see Mrs. JK as she sits in the Dunach gym at 11 p.m., after spending the evening working with parents, teachers, students and alumni, to put up the staging, backdrop and 500+ silver stars for the Christmas concert. I wish they could see Mr. Izatt on the scaffolding tying those stars to the gym rafters. I wish they could see Ms. Nowak and Mrs. Plank putting packing tape on the kids silhouettes that surround the gym walls. I wish they could see Mrs. VanEgmond coming back to school at 8:30 p.m. to put up mini-lights around the back drop. Most of all, I wish they could see my wife, as she works alongside her Dunach family to create a spectacular setting for their students, her tears marking the paper she is trying to cut. I am very proud of this courageous school community because I know they will do exactly what their concert theme says – they will “Shine On.” The Dunach legacy will continue long after the doors of the school are permanently locked and because of this, Dunach will never be closed. Brian Menagh Abbotsford

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A10 ❘ NEWS ❘ TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2010 THE TIMES CELEBRATION, from page A3 The centennial celebration is an opportunity for the whole community of Abbotsford to reflect. “We’re really looking back, but also looking forward,” Bains said. “If we don’t know where we came from, we won’t know where we are going.” Sikhs first arrived in the area in 1905, working primarily on farms and in the forest industry. Sikh pioneers managed to purchase a one-acre property; then they, and other men who worked at the lumber mill on Mill Lake carried timber, donated by the Trethewey family, on their backs from the lake up the hill to the temple site. Mayor George Peary said he was looking forward to the centennial. “I think the city has to join in this celebration. [The gurdwara] is our only national historical monument and one of which we can be extremely proud.” The temple speaks to the perseverance of the early Sikh pioneers, he said. “It was a huge undertaking to travel across the ocean, come out by train and find accommodation in a strange land with strange customs,” he said. “Early immigrants, especially those whose skin was a different colour [had much to endure], but today their descendents are a vibrant part of our community and economy and it’s hard to image our city without them.” Kabul Singh Hundal, president of the Khalsa Diwan Society, said the yearlong celebration has been in the works for a year and a half. In addition to the launch event, readers’, writers’ and film festivals are planned for the University of the Fraser Valley and a historical exhibit is being organized at the Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford. The Khalsa Diwan Society will also hold a three-day prayer, ending with a festival on the temple grounds the last weekend of August. Hundal said Stephen Harper has been invited to attend the August festivities and organizers want to apply for a commemorative stamp. “We want the community at large to celebrate with us,” said Hundal, who said the event helps people worldwide to learn more about the Sikh history and faith and how it contributes to society. “The Sikh faith shows all people are equal and nobody is

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upper or lower,” he said. “Our teachings are for human beings, not just for Sikhs.” For more information on the upcoming year’s celebrations visit www.ufv.ca/cics/centennial or phone the Khalsa Diwan Society at 604-850-7338.

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GARDENING

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Seasonal greenery means more than Christmas cactus

eople who love plants but haven’t had time for them all year often begin bringing branches, wreaths and flowers into their lives as Christmas approaches. Celebrating Christmas with plants can start at the front door with a winter container of colourful, hardy greenery. Container plants outside need to be one degree hardier than your zone. Unfortunately zone varies depending how near to the sea you are, whether you’re on a hill and how exposed you are to chilly winds. But it’s hard to go wrong with winter heathers, which flower white or pink for long periods, conifers with golden, blue or variegated foliage, wintergreen with its bright red berries or the purples and pinks of heuchera. Small-leaf ivy trails nicely down a pot and is easier to control than the big-leaf kinds. Grasses add a delicate touch and many can look absolutely stunning, even if a vicious winter has already killed them. When freezing makes planting impossible, bright branches can be placed at a house entrance in a winter vase. This should be heavy enough to resist wind, or stabilized inside by something heavy. Visitors can be greeted by evergreen boughs, contorted branches and perhaps spectacular white-painted branches. Gardeners who are craft-inclined sometimes collect

and paint cut branches or prunings. Some garden centres carry a range of conifer ANNE and other branches, MARRISON including manufactured Green branches with red berthumb ries that are almost invariably artificial. Real berries are gorgeous but tend to drop whether inside (drying out) or outside (eaten by birds). Wreaths can be made with all these materials. Gardeners can make their own wreaths with willow branches bent when they’re pliable and/or prunings from grapes or other vines, but most people start with a pre-formed base. After weaving conifer branches or other background items through the wreath spaces, it does help at each stage to tie them in unobtrusively. But do avoid nylon twine because these knots always undo themselves – sometimes very fast. Wreaths can be done with conifers alone if you can find different coloured foliage. But conifers are more often used as a background. Many add-ons are possible. These can include small branches with bright berries, variegated holly or big coloured bows. Cones can be also wiredin. The silver pods of the biennial lunaria (Money Plant) are so lovely in wreaths and other Christmas decorations, they’re worth growing for this purpose alone.

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Gardeners can make their own wreaths with willow branches bent when they’re pliable and/or prunings from grapes or other vines, but most people start with a pre-formed base. Christmas is also the time people buy seasonal plants for themselves or as gifts. Red poinsettias are hugely popular, but whites, pinks, bi-coloureds, dark foliage kinds and many others are also available. Poinsettias hate cold drafts, blasts of heat and soggy soil. They like bright, indirect light and watering when they feel dry. African violets and kalanchoes have similar hates and likes. Apartment dwellers in rooms with people-friendly temperatures and no colder places do very well with poinsettias, African violets, kalanchoes or chrysanthemums. The most adaptable to a range of

conditions are chrysanthemums. People blessed with some cool areas could make Christmas cactus and azaleas happy. These also like bright, indirect light. But both need frequent misting to increase humidity. Azaleas like constantly moist (not waterlogged) soil while Christmas cactus can dry out between waterings. ■ Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden

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Canadian Cancer Society, which is organizing the giftwrap service at 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 604-6152451 or e-mail newheight-

sangels@yahoo.ca.

Métis potluck

The Chilliwack Métis Association is hosting a Christmas potluck dinner tomorrow at 5 p.m. in the Kekinow Common Room, 45555 Knight Rd. behind Chilliwack Mall. Please bring a meal preparation of your choice, able to serve five, and a nonperishable item for the Food Bank. Draw prizes and entertainment provided. For more information contact Chilliwack Metis Association President Les Mitchell at 604-823-4533 or www.chilliwackmetisassociation.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 2 to 5. MSA Centennial Library (33660 South Fraser Way) on Wednesdays Dec.1 to March 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 11am; Clearbrook Library (32320 George Ferguson Way) on Thursdays, Dec. 2 to March 3 (Dec. 23 is Christmas storytime), from 10:30 a.m. to 11a.m. Registration not required. Phone 604-859-7814 ext. 229 for more information.

Phone care

The Telecare Crisis and Caring Line will be holding train-

ing 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. 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.

Network Christmas

The Abbotsford chapter of the Valley Women’s Network invites local women to their annual Christmas luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 11:30 a.m. at Cascades Community Church, 35190 Delair Road. Tickets are $15 for members and $17 for non-members. Reservations required by 12 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10. RSVP to vwnabbyreservations@ gmail.com or register online at www.valleywomensnetwork.com.

Gift exchange

A Christmas celebration and gift exchange by the AbbyMission Newcomer’s Club for Women is being held Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. at Milestones restaurant, 2070 Sumas Way, Abbotsford Please bring an unwrapped gift of less than $10. RSVP to Gayle at 604-870-4929.

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Santa Paws photos

Get your pet posing with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 18 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Bark & Fitz, 2649 Trethewey St., Abbotsford. Donations collected will go to SAINTS (Senior Animals in Need

Today Society) and there will be a free “barkery” treat for all the dogs. Pictures will be e-mailed free of charge or taken on people’s own cameras.

MAC Christmas Gift

The Mission Arts Council is having its annual Christmas gift shop until Dec. 18 at the MAC Art Centre and

Gallery, at 33529 First Ave. The shop is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday and Fridays from 1 p.m. to 7p.m. Take a break and recharge your shopping energy with a cup of tea or coffee and delicious baked treat from the tearoom too. Call 604-826-0029 for more information.

Help for all

The Hominum Fraser Valley chapter is a support and discussion group to help gay, bi-sexual or questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Its next meeting is Friday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. For information call Don at 604-329-9760 or Art at 604462-9813.

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New Year’s Eve party

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 pm, tickets are $35 each. Call 604-856-4375. Get them early; last year was a sellout.

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World Religion Day

Author and interfaith educator Mr. Harold Rosen is speaking to the topic, “If There Is Only One God Why Are There So Many Religions?” on Friday Jan. 14 at 7 p.m. in Building 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.

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The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting Insp. Pat Walsh of the Misson detachment RCMP as its speaker at its luncheon Thursday, Dec. 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rockwell’s Bar and Grill, Chapel Room, 32281 Lougheed Highway. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. For more information visit missionchamber.bc.ca.

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The whole family, young and old, is invited to the library to celebrate the holidays. Join in the warmth of the season with puppets, stories, crafts, holiday goodies and a sing-along at the Clearbrook Library (32320 George Ferguson Way) on Thursday, Dec. 16 from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Registration not required. Phone 604-859-7814 ext. 229 for more information.

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my Gough confessed there was a time shortly after the 2010 Winter Olympics when she thought her career as a Canadian skeleton athlete might be over. That’s how taxing last winter was for the 33-year-old pride of Abbotsford, who competed in her first Olympics last February. A feud earlier in the season with teammate Michelle Kelly, the personal and external expectations to win a medal on home soil, and a seventh place finish at the Whistler Sliding Centre despite leading after the first run were just some of the things that took a toll on Gough. “It was a definite ‘No’ after these Olympics were done, I was just so tired,” Gough recently told the Times about her future in the sport. “I was a little bit discouraged after coming home from Whistler. It is really stressful. I think that’s why people got so tired afterwards and really can’t even think about coming back in six months,” she said. “You come from such an emotional high to such an emotional drain.” Gough decided the best thing to do was to take some time away from the sport following the Olympics. She visited some wineries in the Okanagan with teammates after the skeleton competition ended and traveled to New Zealand later in the off-season. Admittedly, the extended time away from skeleton this summer briefly hindered her physical conditioning. But at the same time, it helped revive her passion for the sport almost instantaneously upon her return to Calgary’s Olympic Park this fall. Her newfound perspective helped capture a bronze medal at a World Cup skeleton event in Calgary on Dec. 2. “When we got back on the ice in Cal-

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tefan Meyer acknowledged two things on Saturday night: the Abbotsford Heat didn’t have their best game that night against the Chicago Wolves, and there’s no sense dwelling on it. The Heat were toppled by the Wolves 5-2 at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre Saturday night. While not outplayed by the Wolves, the Heat made more mistakes and paid for them. They took undisciplined penalties, left noted goal scorer Nigel Dawes all alone to the side of Leland Irving while killing a penalty.

And Irving, starting in his 11th straight game for the Heat, didn’t play poorly, but he was beaten by Wolves goalie Peter Mannino, who received a game ejection after Friday for going after referee David Banfield following Keith Seabrook’s overtime winner. The loss ended a four-game home stand in which the Heat did collect six out of a possible eight points to remain just three points back of the Hamilton Bulldogs for top spot in the North Division. However, there’s no need to panic, said Meyer, who scored a power play goal in Saturday’s loss. “We’re just going to have to get it in everybody’s head that it’s a long season,” said Meyer. “We’re in the hunt, things are OK, settle down and just don’t hold those sticks so tight and don’t force things.”

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HEAT, from page A26 “We have good people in this room and when you have good people good things happen, so we’ll be OK.” Meyer wasn’t the only one singing a positive tune Saturday. It’s one loss, and given how air-tight the Heat were for three-quarters of their fourgame stint at home, Saturday shouldn’t nearly be enough to sound the alarm. T h e He a t a r e g e t t i n g healthier. Cam Cunning is on his way back from injury and while they weren’t anything spectacular over the weekend, recently reassigned AHL veterans Meyer and Ryan Stone can only add to a team that is more on its way up than it is down. The Heat will take that approach into tonight’s road game against the Rochester Americans, the team Abbotsford knocked off in the

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Heat centre Matt Keith clears the puck from in front of goalie Leland Irving Friday night as the Heat beat the Wolves 4-3 in OT. opening round of the Calder Cup playoffs last spring. The Amerks sit at the bottom of the North Division, but just six points behind Abbotsford, which begins this trip with a 6-6-0-2 record on the road. “We’re a pretty good road team,” said Heat rookie for-

ward Greg Nemisz. “We’ve got a pretty good thing going right now, we’re getting guys back in the lineup and we’re excited to get back on the road.” Puck drop tonight is at 4:05 p.m. PST. They conclude their road trip Dec. 18 against the Adirondack Phantoms.

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The MEI Eagles met the Howe Middle School Bulldogs in the Grade 8 girls final of the Abbotsford Police Citywide Basketball Tournament Saturday at CBC. Howe’s River Johnson tries to keep the ball inbounds, guarded by MEI’s Laura Marazzi. The Eagles won the game 34-32. Howe Middle won the Grade 8 boys final while W.J. Mouat won all junior and senior boys and girls finals.

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But if Vancouver 2010 is to be her only Olympic appearance, Gough will forever remember that 16-day emotional roller coaster ride. “People were having a great time and that part was really great to experience,” she said. “The greatest moments were either standing on the start line and having all those people cheer or being able to walk into [B.C. Place Stadium] during the Opening Ceremonies. That was really special. “We were standing there two hours before and slowly getting closer and closer to the doors to actually walk into the stadium. “When you get closer, you can hear people cheering and clapping and when all of the Canadian athletes came out, the whole stadium just went into an uproar. I think I was in shock at just how intense it was. “I was just to so proud to be from here and to be Canadian.”

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kept away from sources of heat, like fireplaces or heat vents, and out of the way of traffic. ■ Check out your lights before placing them on the tree. Look for worn or frayed wires and broken bulbs. Make sure you do not overload extension cords. Remember to turn the tree lights off before leaving home or going to sleep.

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CHARLONG, Angelina (Lena, nee Gaglardi)

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Born October 14, 1907, Lena passed away into the presence of her Lord on December 9, 2010 at Mission BC. She was predeceased by her husband Charles (Bud) Charlong in 1956; her father and mother John and Dominica Gaglardi, brothers Tony, Frank, Joe, Phillip, Bert, Charlie and Jimmy; sister Annie and son-in-law Bill Friesen. Lena will be lovingly remembered by her children, Margaret (Bill), Frances, Chuck (Rose), Darlene (Monte), Anita (Keith), sister Helen Strohmaier, 17 grandchildren and their spouses, 46 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, her church family and many friends. Lena was a member of the Silverdale Community Centre, Mission Artist’s Association, Mission Garden Club, Mission Hospital Auxiliary and a founding member of Bethel Pentecostal Assembly. A service will be held on December 16, 2010 at 1:00 pm at Bethel Pentecostal Church 32729 - 7th Avenue, Mission, BC with Rev. Ken Critchley ofﬁciating. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made in Lena’s memory to “Seeds International” or “The Gideons”. Special thanks to the committed, caring staff at Pleasant View Care Home for their attentive care to Mom. You are the best. God bless you all. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.woodlawnfh-mission.com. Arrangements entrusted to Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home.

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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: ● ● ● ● ●

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General Labourers Nursery in Langley, BC is looking for 2 General Labourers. $9.28/hr. Seasonal F/T Feb. 15, 2011 - Sept. 15, 2011. Skils Needed: °Minimum of 2 years nursery experience °Some plant knowledge required. °Must be able to handle heavy loads Work Schedule: °Must be able to work 10hrs/day, 6 days/week Duties include: Potting, digging trees, fieldwork, plant moving and general nursery work To apply please fax to 604-856-1706 or e-mail at tg_nursery@yahoo.ca

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General Employment

24 HR respite work in group homes available. Great training & exerience. Males encouraged to apply. Fax 604-953-1236. Personal Trainer Certification Earn up to $70/hr as a Personal Trainer. Government Financial Aid may be avail. 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTORS We are now accepting applications for the position of part-time Warehouse Order Selector, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean, team-based environment.

Successful applicants will be available for day, afternoon and weekend shifts, have reliable transportation (no public transit available), possess proficient English communication skills, and enjoy repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80 lb cases of grocery products. Starting wage is $12.95/hr with regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. We offer flexible work schedules (will include a minimum of 1 weekend day), and an excellent training program is provided. As one of the largest employers in the Fraser Valley, EV Logistics operates two distinct facilities – a 380,000 sq ft refrigerated facility, and a 485,000 sq ft dry goods building – both facilities are located in the Gloucester Industrial Park (at the 264th St exit off Hwy #1). Apply on-line at www.evlogistics.com

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RIDGE MEADOWS Seniors Society

Is seeking a trained facilitator to be responsible for planning and implementing facilitator training sessions for seniors in a program developed with funding from the Gov’t of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Initiative. Position is temporary part-time (approx. 60 hours), day and some evening work. Prefer 3 or more years experience as facilitator for adult learners, knowledge about seniors, experience in lesson writing, teaching strategies, and strong leadership skills. Submit application to paddyrmssmanager@shaw.ca by Dec. 20, 2010.

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Auto Mechanics

Jayden Auto Services Ltd. an auto repair shop located at #102 - 2353, Peardonville Road, Abbotsford, B.C. requires fully qualified Auto Mechanics. Main duties include, inspect, diagnose faults, repair or replace parts of automobile engine including diesel. Also responsible for general maintenance and service of automotive systems i.e. brakes, steering, cooling etc. Should have 4 years experience including on the job training or industrial training course. Knowledge of Hindi or Punjabi an asset. Salary $26.00/hr.

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NORTHERN BC FORD DEALERSHP Seeking experienced Service Technician to join our team. New building, great pay and benefits. Relocation assistance available. Send resume to: servicemgr@capitalford.ca

TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Postmedia Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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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

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Dogs

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

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Apt/Condos

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Apt/Condos

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

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Houses - Rent

1 BR home, $700+utils, in Matsqui on Fore Rd. avail immed, on well, ns, np, 604-556-1180 1655 LEFEUVRE Rd. 3 br house, + 3br bsmt ste,on farm, lrg patio shops, $1500. ref’s 604-825-0455 3 Bdrm Homes! Rent TO OWN! Poor Credit Ok, Low Down. Call Karyn 604-857-3597 3 BR +den, Totally Reno’d House & Yard, Gardeners Delight! Beautiful Views, near shops, hwy & schools, avail Dec 15. ns, $1650, 32864 10 Ave, Mission. Call 1-604-657-0229 for viewing. 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 LANGLEY WILLOUGHBY 76/216 3 br house on 2.5 acres, w/d, horse barn, riding area. Suit for horse stabling, complete reno 4 yrs ago. 1 yr lease. Av now. $2,700. Doug 604-607-8888 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

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Suites/Partial Houses

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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 2 BDRM bsmt ABBY nr UFV newer home, ns, np. $800 util incl Digital tv, Dec 15 604-832-8555. 2 BR in triplex, corner unit, insuite wd, $800 incls heat/light, ns np Cedar/Egglestone, 604-556-1180 2 BR large, new, near school UFV & bus. np, ns. immed, Mission. 604-832-9120, 826-3120. 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

2BDR $995 high end beside park private entrance, patio fp ns all utilities inc. 604-626-4244

Electrical

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Handyperson

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Suites/Partial Houses

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 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

6605

Townhouses Rent

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

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

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

3 BR suite, 2 bath, $1300. Brand new, 5 applS, laminate/tile, secure garage, Mission, NS, no pet, avail now call 604-820-8664 3 BR Upper, avail Jan 1, wd hookup, fenced back yard, share hydro, $900, refs req’d, long term tenant, 604-287-4522 MISSION 1 BR bsmt ste, jet tub, 1 pers only, f/p, w/d, $700 incl gas/hyd. Bfr 4pm, 604-715-5661 MISSION, 2 BR, clean, suits 1 or 2, $800 incl utils, ns, np, sat tv, nr Lougheed, now, 604-826-9133

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Domestic

1998 EAGLE TALON ESI, 170k, 2.0 L, excellent condition, 5 spd, no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3900. 604-763-3223

9130

9145

Scrap Car Removal

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Vans

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Plumbing

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Rooms

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Rubbish Removal

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Interior & Exterior

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