Abbotsford Times February 15 2011

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T U E S D A Y

February 15, 2011

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Big-buzz provider banned 20 years ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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WebNet CEO pitched to mayor and MP

n Abbotsford man who opened a wireless and high-speed Internet business to great fanfare in 2007 has been banned from trading for 20 years.

The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) banned WebNet CEO Gregory Clark Carrington, who has admitted responsibly for four related companies that made illegal distributions to investors in Canada and the U.S.

Carrington, 64, was CEO First reported @ investors in various provinces, and president of WebNet Con- abbotsfordtimes.com including B.C., and the U. S. verged Wireless Networks Ltd., Carrington is prohibited from WebNet Broadcasting Corporation, WebNet trading in securities, and doing so for anyone Global Capital Partners Ltd., and 3dh Capital else. He can’t act as a manager or consultant Ltd. in connection with activities in the market, or Required documents detailing information engage in investor relations. on the securities had numerous deficiencies, The $100,000 fine that would normally be stated a BCSC press statement. applied in such a case has been waived, as It said $8.7 million was raised from 916 Carrington cannot pay it, stated the BCSC.

Carrington is subject to numerous outstanding debts and judgments.

He’s also facing orders under the Social Service Tax Act and the Employment Standards Act and Canada Labour Code around WebNet’s unpaid taxes and wages.

Carrington and his partners, directors John Bruder and Narinder Pal Soddy, pitched WebNet Global to local dignitaries at the launch of the Abbotsford store in September 2007.

The company stated among other things see WEBNET, page A5

Radiologist could have missed cancer

AHL HOCKEY HEAT SWEEP AWAY BABY LEAFS

FHA investigated misinterpreted CT scans CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

gists and peer review.

“I have to be very up front and say they could include missed canlmost a dozen patients who cers.” underwent CT scans at All of the errant CT scan results Abbotsford Regional Hospital were occurred between mid-August and originally misdiagnosed, and could mid-September. have potentially been suffering One of the 10 patients has since from cancer, according to the Fra- passed away, but Murray was ser Health Authority. unable to confirm if the patient had died I n a n i n t e r n a l First reported @ naturally, or because review, the FHA inves- abbotsfordtimes.com of a misdiagnosed illtigated the cases of ness.

1 7 0 p a t i e n t s f r o m “I have to be very “That is currently Abbotsford Regional under investigation,” and Chilliwack General up front and say he said. hospitals. they could include The review centered A total of 10 around a part-time A b b o t s f o r d h o s p i - missed cancers.” radiologist who had tal patients’ CT scan results were misinter– Dr. Nigel Murray CEO been working within the FHA. preted by a part-time A c c o rd i n g t o t h e practising radiologist, and “three or four” of those patients FHA’s investigation, the radiologist may have had cancer, said CEO Dr. was qualified, and it was his perforNigel Murray at a press conference mance that was being scrutinized.

He has since moved back to his Friday.

“There are . . . discrepancies that home province of Ontario, and is could potentially cause harm,” no longer practising in B.C. He also dealt with approximately Murray said.

“Just the nature of the diagnosis 200 cases in the Cranbrook area. was inconsistent [with] what was see SCANS, page A7 found on review by other radiolo-

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Local Roadshow Expert Examines Some Gold Jewellery

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jewellery she was never going to wear anyways.

Expert Elijah Gold explains, “We have noticed a substantial increase in the amount of precious metals such as gold and silver coming to the Roadshow, which makes sense considering how high it’s currently trading at. He added, “The Roadshow is great because it puts money in people’s pockets, especially during such hard times. Lots of items that are just sitting around collecting dust in basements and jewellery boxes can be exchanged for money, on the spot!”

During a show near Toronto, a woman came in with a jewellery box that she had just inherited from her late aunt. “I don’t wear jewellery,” explained Barbara Engles, “so it was an easy decision to come down to the Roadshow to sell it”. She was very excited when she was able to walk away with a cheque for over $2,100 for

At another Roadshow event, a woman, named Mira Kovalchek, walked in with a tin full of hundreds of old coins that were given to her as a young child by her grandfather.

She finally decided to come in to the Roadshow and see what he had given her. She was ecstatic to learn she had coins dating back to the late 1800’s, some of which were extremely rare.

Roadshow consultant Perry Bruce explains “We had uncovered an 1871 Queen Victoria 50 Cent piece, valued at over $2,000!! She had a nice assortment of coins that were not rare dates, but she was able to sell them for their silver content”.

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to renovate my kitchen”. Perry Bruce continued, “Canadian coins prior to 1967, and American coins prior to 1964 are all made with silver, and we have noticed a large increase of customers coming to the Roadshow with coins and cashing them in for their silver value”.

Experts at the Roadshow will evaluate and examine your items, FREE OF CHARGE, as well as educate you on them. The Roadshow sees hundreds of people during a one week event, and they have been travelling across Canada to different cities and towns, searching for your forgotten treasures.

Trains, dolls, toys, old advertising signs, pocket watches, porcelain and bisque dolls, pretty much everything can be sold at the Roadshow. Any early edition Barbie’s are sought after by the Roadshow collectors, as well as a variety of Dinky Toys and Matchbox cars. Lionel Trains and a

variety of tin toys can also fetch a price, especially if they are in their original box or in mint condition.

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A man brought in a 1950’s Marx Tin Toy Robot, in fairly good condition, still in its original box.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2011 THE TIMES

Upfront

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Looking for local connection to remains Body has ‘been there a while’ ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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omicide investigators are reviewing missing persons files from the Fraser Valley after skeletal remains were discovered in a wooded area around Ruby Creek outside of Agassiz.

The body is in an advanced state of decomposition, said Cpl. Dale Carr of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT).

The body has been at the site quite a while, said Carr.

Investigators first priorities are to identify the individual and review of missing persons’ reports, he added.

“There are certainly a number of families in [the Fraser Valley] with missing loved ones that are anxious to know if the [remains] are linked with them, and we’d like to let them know as soon as we can.”

A number of individuals have gone missing from the Abbotsford and Mission area in recent years, including two teenage boys and a mother of three.

Mission resident Jeff Surtel, 17, went missing on April 29, 2007. The Grade 11 Hatzic Secondary student disappeared on his mountain bike sometime during the night.

Abbotsford resident Munny Sikhu, also 17, went missing from his family home on March 30, 2006.

Also missing from the Abbotsford area are motherof-three Candace Shpeley and 52-year-old Wes Foulds.

Shpeley, 23, went missing on March 31, 2007 when she failed to pick up her three children.

Foulds disappeared on March 4, 2009 on his way to a medical appointment. His truck was later discovered abandoned near Stave Lake.

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Jennifer Holman of Chilliwack readies her infrared camera to hopefully record the actions of a ghost at Trethewey House in Abbotsford.

Mysterious woman in a white dress spotted at Trethewey House stakeout ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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t appears Abbotsford’s Trethewey undertaken at the historical home.

House on Mill Lake is housing as Members of the Fraser Valley much mystery as history.

Paranor mal Research Society Over the years, staff, neighbours (FVPRS) spent a night in the home and even visitors to the 1920s home with all their equipment and got built for timber baron J.O. Trethewey some interesting results. have seen, felt or heard things they “The place definitely has couldn’t explain: a paranormal activity sudden pressure or going on it, no doubt dizziness, flickering “The place definitely about that,” said FVPRS lights, and apparitions has paranormal member Jennifer in the windows and at Holman. the top of the polished activity going on it, “Whoever is in that wooden staircase. house thinks it’s their no doubt about that.” home and they want “Supposedly we have a ghost,” said Christina people to know it.”

Reid, collections Holman said four – Jennifer Holman FVPRS manager with MSA members of the group museum. spent the night in the “A couple of people have said home and worked in teams of two. they’ve seen them or taken photos Both teams had some interesting with a strange image.” experiences, she said.

As such, a project catering to the “All four of us saw a woman in a spirit of exploration was recently white dress . . . I was in the guest

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FVPRS used six video cameras to record paranormal data at Trethewey House. room upstairs looking out the window, and I saw something under the three large evergreens.”

She was unable to get a photo because it happened so quickly, but the group still has to go through close to 60 hours of videotape from a total of six cameras.

The FVPRS crew also employed an assortment of different equipment, including electromagnetic field readers, infrared night vision cameras, audio recorders and a Frank Box – a modified radio that

acts like a “ghost telephone.”

Holman and another investigators were in another room when they heard somebody audibly say the name William.

“At the exact same time the room filled with the smell of cigar smoke,” she said.

In another room while using the Frank Box, the members heard a child’s voice say the name Joey.

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A4 ❘ NEWS ❘ TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2011 THE TIMES

Severe mental disorder clears man of murder

Shot his wife and burned her body, believing she was possessed by the devil ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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n Abbotsford man who shot his wife three times and then burned her body was declared not criminally responsible in Chilliwack Supreme Court on Friday.

The man, who cannot be named due to a publication ban to protect the couple’s two children, killed his 41-year-old wife on Remembrance Day 2009.

Justice Brian Joyce determined the man was not criminally responsible on account of a mental disorder, and was incapable of determining that his actions were morally wrong.

“He had the delusional belief his wife was possessed by the devil or the Antichrist. He did not believe the form on the bed was his wife,” said Joyce.

“No other reason or motive from

the evidence arises for why [this man] would take the life of his wife whom he clearly loved,” said Joyce.

Court heard the man, who had no previous history of mental disorders, had been increasingly paranoid, delusional and depressed in the two months leading up to the murder.

He told family, friends and even reported to police on two occasions that the Hells Angels were after him and his family.

Police investigated his claims, but nothing could be found to support the allegations. At one point, he also drove his truck to Prince George and abandoned it there in an effort to lure the Hells Angels away from his family.

The man’s wife accompanied him to their family doctor on Oct. 19, 2009. The doctor found the husband paranoid and “frantic with anxiety,” and prescribed sleeping pills and anti-anxiety medication.

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Psalm 23 has been positively accepted in the recovery circle of AA meetings within 100 Mile. Psalm 23 will started AA meetings in January of 2011.Meetings will be held onWednesday evenings starting @ 7pm. The residents have come up with the meeting name and it is “Living Sober at 59 Mile Group”. The meeting will focus on a reading out of the Living Sober book and then sharing on the encouragement and insight of the topic reading. We also want to put a nice addition to our meeting. We would like men & women to come out early if they like as we will be providing a Chili and Bun meal with the meeting. “The men really wanted to focus on the fellowship and a meal is always a good start to this”. Over the past few weeks we have enjoyed the open arms support of the local churches we have attended. Our goal is to continue to attend various churches and pray that the men will

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her bedroom after hearing the noise to see her brother with his hands clapped to his ears.

The man fired a second shot and both kids ran to their rooms.

The daughter originally thought her stepfather was shooting towards the outside of the house because of his previous comments about people “being after them.”

She texted two friends on her cell that her stepfather was firing a gun.

Later the father retrieved the kids from their room and told them to get dressed and get into the car.

Once in the vehicle, the children heard a third shot ring out from inside the house.

After the father emerged and began driving away, the son noticed smoke or dust coming from the house. He then asked what was going on and asked about his stepmom. His dad told him she was sleeping. The father drove his son

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In a follow-up visit in early November, the doctor noted the medication had provided some measure of relief, and no further visits were scheduled.

In the early morning of Nov. 11, 2009 the man used a ladder to retrieve a rifle from the attic of the family home and placed it on a counter in the kitchen.

His 10-year-old son was in the living room while his wife and 15year-old stepdaughter were in their respective bedrooms at the time.

When the boy saw the shotgun, he asked his dad if he was going hunting. The father said yes.

He then went into the bedroom, talking briefly with his wife before coming out again and sitting down in silence. Asked by his son what he was doing, he replied, “Thinking.”

He suddenly got up, picked up the gun, walked to the bedroom, and fired the gun from the doorway.

The stepdaughter emerged from

to his mother’s house before dropping his stepdaughter off at her grandmother’s.

He eventually drove to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at 206 Avenue and Fraser Highway in Langley where he confessed to a priest and later surrendered himself to police.

When police entered the house, they found the victim on the bed badly burned.

The investigation and autopsy revealed the wife died from gunshot wounds – one to her head and two others to her torso.

The fire was started with an accelerant in a metal can that had been placed next to the victim’s body.

Convulsive sobs were heard from members of the victim’s family as the judge read out the details of the women’s injuries. The husband, hanging his head in the prisoner’s box, also wept openly.

Joyce ordered the man be immediately returned to the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital in Coquitlam where he’s been remanded since his arrest.

find the right connection for themselves. The men are to seek spiritual mentors and also look towards joining a church to call it home. We as an organization want to send an open prayer invitation to each church to see about partnering with Psalm 23.

We are looking to fill areas of bible studies, fellowship nights, worship nights, spiritual counseling, and devotional times. We really want to seek relationships with those who God is calling to help change one life! Psalm 23 also holds our monthly “Steps to Freedom Graduation Awards”. This is a special time we invite the community on the first Saturday of each month to witness and celebrate the miracles of change through the different levels being achieved by the residents. The Graduations start at 6:30 pm and guests are invited to come share in food & refreshments at 5:30 pm. We want this to be a family friendly time of great fellowship. Graduations end no later than 7:30 pm, giving families and supporters lots of time to make it home at a decent time.

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Mission mulling street meat

Vendors & buskers could be welcome if they don’t take away business CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

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Former mayor George Ferguson (left) poses with Gregory Carrington (centre) and MP Ed Fast (right) in September 2007 at the launch of the WebNet office in Abbotsford.

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he sidewalks of downtown Mission might have a new look in the future, and that may be because of council’s idea to allow street busking and vendors.

A recommendation put forth by the bylaw enforcement officer at a Feb. 7 Mission council meeting suggests that a group, involving several different departments, including planning, bylaw enforcement, engineering, RCMP and economic development, will get together to discuss the possibility of having street vendors in the downtown area.

Mission’s Downtown Business Association has already come forward, saying it is not opposed to the idea, but according to the report has “concerns regarding the quality of vending/busking and the location that would utilized for these activities.”

A representative of the MDBA was contacted by the Abbotsford-Mission Times, however was unavailable for comment prior to Monday’s afternoon deadline.

The report continued by saying that MDBA “stated that this would be an asset to the downtown community, if the vendors were properly licensed and

WebNet promised Internet hot zone WEBNET, from page A1 that it would create a wireless Internet “hot zone” across the city’s downtown core.

However, BCSC issued a cease-trade order to WebNet Global Capital Partners on Jan. 25, 2008, and the other three companies on June 25, 2008.

Those orders still stand.

More than 100 employees of WebNet found themselves out of work in July 2008 after the company’s technical office in Aldergrove closed, and it cancelled its highspeed Internet connection and phone services.

At the time, Carrington stated a “big creditor” had failed to pay up and the company was having “cash flow” problems.

The company was going

to reposition and reorganize, and continue to operate its Abbotsford office and offer products and services.

The cease orders by the BCSC were due to filing deficiencies that were being remedied, said Carrington.

At the end of July 2008, Carrington sent out letters to investors asking them to send $500 or more to WebNet bank accounts to float the company for a further 90 days when, “adequate revenues will kick in, fund [the company] and start the recovery process.”

He offered a 15 per cent return on a one-year promissory note.

He also said he would place a second mortgage on his home to meet the company’s financial obligations.

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The sidewalks in Mission’s downtown core, like this one along 1st Avenue, could host street vendors in the near future, pending approval from district council. didn’t compete with owners for the sale of merchandise [or service].”

In an e-mail to Kelly Ridley, deputy director of corporate administration for the District of Mission, MDBA executive committee member Rachel Murdoch wrote: “The business owners do not want competitive products or services being offered in the vicinities of their business, so the DBA would like to establish areas suitable for these products/services.”

Section 5.09 of the District of Mission’s Traffic Bylaw also prohibits people from obstructing vehicles and pedestrians, however the report said a focus group could look at ways at providing space for street vendors.

The idea of having street vendors in Mission’s downtown area isn’t all that recent.

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A6 ❘ NEWS ❘ TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2011 THE TIMES

New conservancy land Could help the rare Coastal Giant Salamander PAUL J. HENDERSON Chilliwack Times

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riverside property in the Chilliwack River Valley has been donated to the Abbotsford-based Fraser Valley Conservancy (FVC) by the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD).

T h e p ro p e r t y, a t 4 8 5 1 3 Auchenway Rd., will be used for conservation purposes in perpetuity and connects Crown land to provincial parkland.

“Through the restoration of both aquatic and terrestrial habitats, a very significant wildlife corridor connecting Crown land to provincial parkland will be created and maintained,” said Ashley Peters of the FVC. The FVC said the property and adjacent area is home to several species at risk, one of which may be the Coastal Giant Salamander.

Because of a mudslide two years ago, the Auchenway property had been deemed unsafe for residential use, according to FVRD Area E director David Lamson. “ T h e Fra s e r Va l l e y Conservancy has partnered with the Chilliwack River Action Committee to plan for remove several old sheds and

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A riverside property in the Chilliwack River Valley is home to the rare Coastal Giant Salamander.

alien plant species,” Lamson told the Chilliwack Times via e-mail. “Bioengineering m e t h o d s a re p l a n n e d t o restore natural habitat.”

Lamson said this work is intended to reduce sedimentation into Ryder Creek and degradation of downstream salmon spawning habitat.

■ The FVC has set up an Auchenway Habitat Management Fund, donations to which can be made at www. fraservalleyconservancy.ca.

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Crown: driver, 88, should be jailed

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Unlicensed Abbotsford man killed flag person

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unfit to drive by his doctors and did not renew his licence when it expired in 2001, had regularly gone out driving.

“He’d come to a misapprehension that somehow he was able to do this.

He was a ticking time bomb.”

Wilson said that, despite the fact Pool was an otherwise law-abiding citizen, he deserved to be incarcerated.

“If you commit a crime like this, you should go to jail. As difficult as it is to say about an 88-year-old man, it has to be said.”

Wilson did not say how long a jail term was warranted, but cited case law ranging up to 18 months. If sent to jail, Pool would be one of the oldest offenders in Canada to be incarcerated.

he Crown is seeking a jail term for an 88-year-old visually impaired man whose dangerous driving killed a flag person in Langley almost two years ago.

In November, Melle Grietinus Pool pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing the death of Terry Mitchell, 52, of Pitt Meadows.

Pool, an Abbotsford father of seven and a retired dairy farmer, was 87 years old and had no driver’s licence when he got behind the wheel of his truck on Feb. 25, 2008.

As he was driving along River Road near Fort Langley at about 30 km/h, he struck and killed Mitchell, who was working traffic control.

Prosecutor Don Wilson told B.C. Supreme Court Justice Catherine Bruce that Pool, who was deemed

GHOST, from page A3 play, the voice replied, “Ball,” said Holman.

EMF readings by the chimney were also really high, which is unusual as brick usually dampens any frequencies, she added.

Before the investigation started, Reid said she wasn’t aware of many tragedies taking place in the house.

However, the grandmother

of the Dumas family, who m ov e d i n t o t h e h o m e following the Thretheweys, died in an upper bedroom.

The house was also very close to “Mill Town,” which housed all the immigrant workers, she said.

While tragic accidents or deaths in the camp wouldn’t necessarily be recorded, they likely occurred.

In addition to the woman in the dress, all the members

Mitchell’s widow, Alison Stacey, read a victim impact statement, saying she was still struggling with the devastating loss of her “husband, lover, partner.”

Defence lawyer Jeffrey Campbell told the judge that there were “exceptional circumstances” that called for a probationary period rather than jail.

He noted that Pool, who owned one of the largest dairy farms in the Lower Mainland, had made many significant contributions to the community and was known as a hard-working, wellrespected man.

There is no geriatric unit in provincial jails and, as an elderly person, Pool would be in a vulnerable position and require segregation, he said.

The judge is expected to sentence Pool on March 3.

had the impression they weren’t welcome in the house, said Holman.

“I felt it necessary to end our session by apologizing to whoever is in the house for intruding and thanking them for allowing us to investigate.”

Members individually record their experiences and data, and only share and compile it after the exploration, so they can’t

influence one another, she said.

Holman knows her passion for the paranormal can be the subject of ridicule.

“Even some of my own family members rib me a lot,” she said. “They call me a ghost hunter, but I’m not. I’m a paranormal investigator and search for anything unusual or out of the ordinary.”

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“That doesn’t mean he’s not licensed or appropriately qualified” SCANS, from page A1 However, family doctors linked to those patients were immediately informed and an internal quality review performed by four experienced radiologists confirms patient care was not affected.

It wasn’t until the radiologist left for Ontario that the investigation into his qualifications and potential misdiagnosis in both the Fraser Valley and Cranbrook began.

Murray said the authority was notified by the B.C. College of Physicians and Surgeons about potential problems around his analysis in Cranbrook, and that it should investigate his cases in the Fraser Valley.

“That doesn’t mean he’s not licensed or appropriately qualified,” said Murray. The information was revealed during a press conference Friday when Health Services Minister Colin Hansen announced a larger umbrella investigation into CT scans and obstetrical ultrasound readings performed by two

“ . . . we thought that all of those processes would work and they did not work in this case.”

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radiologists – including the one who practiced at the ARH – after two health authorities reported issues concerning appropriate credentials or experience to analyze scans.

Hansen said the Vancouver Coastal Authority also reported problems.

A total of 3,400 patients in the province have been involved and notified, with 140 people requiring further tests, said Hansen.

Vancouver Coastal Health stated Friday at the same press conference that it was notifying more than 900 patients in the Powell River area who received CT scans and obstetrical ultrasound readings and analysis from a full-time radi-

ologist. Dr. Doug Cochrane, chair of the BC Patient Safety and Quality Council, is leading the independent investigation.

“Part of Dr. Cochrane’s review will be an immediate 30-day investigation to ensure all radiologists currently working in B.C. are properly credentialed,” said Hansen.

Dr. David Ostrow, president and CEO of Vancouver Coastal Health, said the screening process set up to hire qualified radiologists failed.

“We have a whole series of processes in place that we use to look at the credentialing, and then give people privileges to do certain things, and we thought that all of those processes would work and they did not work in this case,” said Ostrow.

Results of the Cochrane’s investigation will be made public once it has been completed.

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nce again, Trinity Western University in Langley is under attack by over-zealous bigots masquerading as academic bodies.

It was more than a decade ago that the BC College of Teachers (BCCT) fought all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada to prevent Trinity from being able to offer the final year of its teacher education program.

The BCCT made the ridiculous case that because students are required to sign a statement pledging to refrain from adultery, premarital and gay sex, graduates naturally would be intolerant in the classroom. It insisted they must take the final year of instruction at another institution to be adequately deprogrammed before being suitable to teach.

Trinity Western, a completely privately funded institution, was forced to defend itself at considerable expense, all the way to the top court in the country before the BCCT finally had to back off. At the end of the day it became obvious this was nothing more than a desperate act of anti-Christian bigotry by zealots who clearly demonstrated their own intolerance.

And now it seems another witch hunt is underway.

This time it’s being orchestrated by a different bunch of bigots: the Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT). The organization has

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Crime matters launched investigations into four Christian post-secondary institutions, including Trinity Western. The latest smear is that because their hiring practices include a faith-based component, the CAUT has a duty to warn parents and prospective students about the “realities of these institutions”. A Christian university hiring Christians – oh the horror!

Do you think for a second the CAUT would investigate and alert the public to the dangers of an Islamic post-secondary institution? They wouldn’t dare – even if there were credible complaints from the public.

No, this is clearly anti-Christian bigotry. And like all bigotry, it’s based on ignorance and hate. It is beyond the pale to think for a second that the students attending Trinity and other Christian institutions aren’t fully aware of the religious nature of these colleges and universities.

One of the targeted institutions, Redeemer University College in Ontario, has already thrown in the towel and won’t cooperate with the investiga-

tion. Good for them. Submitting to such a fraudulent probe only legitimizes the CAUT’s petty vindictiveness.

The CAUT is the largest university teachers’ federation representing 65,000 academics.

One would think with all the supposed tolerant and progressive scholars among its members, the organization would be weary of engaging in a religious witch hunt. Shouldn’t this crew be first in line to denounce such bigotry? But with a few notable exceptions, the membership is largely silent.

I’m reminded of the Soviet politician, Nikilai Bukharin, who wrote, “We asked for freedom of the press, thought, and civil liberties in the past because we were in opposition and needed these liberties to conquer. Now that we have conquered, there is no longer any need for such civil liberties.”

Trinity Western University eventually prevailed the last time they were victims of a mad witch hunt and the BC College of Teachers was roundly denounced for their misguided and reckless persecution. One can only hope history repeats itself this time around.

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here’s no excuse, is there?”

Those words from Maple Ridge SPCA manager Mark Vosper cut right to the heart of it.

Vosper was talking about a days-old puppy who stole the hearts of everyone who met her, who read about her, who put their faith fervently in a veterinarian’s first encouraging words that suggested Peanut might survive, despite the odds that had been stacked against her.

Vosper was talking about the heartless individual who had left the tiny puppy to die in a garbage bag. But he was also talking to the many others who have committed similar sins against defenceless animals.

Far too many such sins are committed far too often in our supposedly “civilized” society. Cases like Peanut’s grab tearful attention because it’s so easy for almost anyone to see that puppies are naturally so gosh-darned cute. And the 100 huskies killed in a post-Olympics economic down-sizing in Whistler capture headlines because of the obvious inhumanity involved.

But similar acts of violence and cruelty go on every day. One of the most obvious – and most common – is that of people who leave loyal friends behind in farmers’ fields in around Abbotsford and elsewhere, “trusting” that a kind farmer will take care of the “beloved” pet they can no longer take care of, for whatever reason.

In the real world, few such pets will survive. Some of the luckier cats or dogs will become coyote food, but many will die of starvation in an unfamiliar landscape, pining without understanding for the “friend” who abandoned them.

There is no excuse for any of it.

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Child safety is always a paramount concern Re: ‘Concern for kids goes to the dogs’, Times, Feb. 8, 2011 Anytime a child dies, it’s a tragedy. To suggest government does not take this seriously is inaccurate. When a child dies, the circumstances are examined by the ministry, the coroner, and we report all fatalities to the Representative for Children and Youth.

It’s important to note that none of the deaths occurred under suspicious circumstances – none involved criminal proceedings – and the representative could not determine whether the deaths were preventable.

In the case of dog slaughter, however, there is no overarching process to determine what happened, or how to prevent future incidents.

This is why a task force was appointed—to scrutinize the incident, the circumstances around the

cull, the regulations governing the dog-sled industry, and involvement of agencies like WorkSafeBC. Child safety is always our paramount concern.

It is addressed through our investigations, during which we assess every situation and consider what is in each child’s best interest.

If any risks to a child’s safety are identified, we take appropriate action.

Hon. Mary Polak Minister of Children and Family Development

Hardly in love with modern challenges Editor, the Times:

Valentine’s Day is here once again. From what I have observed on these special days, ‘loved ones’ are mainly digital toys such as cell phones that people insist on bringing with them to restaurants.

Many patrons compulsively fondle, caress, touch

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and engage these digital toys throughout dinner instead of engaging in meaningful conversation with loved ones.

Look around you. Watch distracted humans rudely multitasking, babbling and dabbling in a series of chatting, e-mailing, texting, keyboarding, game playing, iPoding, lap topping et al.

Lovers are all but ignored.

Valentine’s Day, or any other special day for that matter, has little or no meaning any longer.

Yesterday smoking was the evil of the day. Blowing smoke in your face with dying breath was habitual.

Eventually after millions of cancerous deaths, billions of dollars spent on cures, smoking was restricted to designated areas and

in all but useless smokefree zones in restaurants.

Personally, I turn off my cellphone when entering any restaurant or theatre.

But then I am old school and was taught manners and politeness.

Undisciplined use of cellphones and multipods today has created a decidedly rude and inconsiderate society. The word ignorance comes to mind.

Most people have a tendency to talk loudly and discuss personal matters into cell phones; as if talking to Uranus.

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Simple solutions to identity theft Editor, the Times:

I wonder if those 30 cars that were broken into recently while the owners were in church could have been prevented if the insurance papers were not left in their vehicles.

We are constantly reminded to hide every-

thing from plain view and never leave valuables inside the car. At what cost must we obey ICBC directive to have the insurance papers in the car at all times?

How much damage to the cars, the cost of resultant theft in the homes and the vehicles, inconvenience, car rentals, the trauma, and eventual increase in premiums happened to all of us in this one Sunday alone?

In some other provinces, wallet-sized cards are issued as proof of insurance and ownership, and carried by the driver at all times to be presented when required.

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The cold weather arrives, the furnaces kick in and their eczema symptoms flare up – the dry, scaly, flaky, red, inflamed and constantly itchy skin that is the hallmark of atopic dermatitis, the most common form of this hereditary allergic condition.

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“Your skin is dry, itchy, it can begin to crack and it’s painful. You don’t want to be out in the cold.”

But it’s her two young children who really suffer.

“When I send my two children out to play, their little faces are exposed and their cheeks start to get red, inflamed, itchy.

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Cresswell-Melville found help from the Eczema Society of Canada, a non-profit organization run by parents of eczema sufferers. Its website, eczemahelp.ca, is a wellspring of information.

“The charity saved us at a very bad time and that’s when I started volunteering to give back to others,” says CresswellMelville. She learned that, simply put, eczema-prone skin has a barrier defect and is unable to retain moisture.

“Think of it as brick and mortar. The mortar is damaged, so there’s cracks in the mortar through which our natural moisture escapes. And allergens from the environment get in through that impaired barrier,” she explains.

An allergen – and there are many, including harsh soaps, perfumed items, fabric softeners, wool clothing, dust mites and certain foods – triggers itching, and the scratching further damages the barrier.

The Eczema Society of Canada recommends a “triangle of control,” starting with the most important part: bathing and moisturizing.

Doctors used to tell eczema sufferers to limit their baths and showers, but it turns out that bathing – even two to three times a day – actually hydrates the skin, and removes dirt and allergens from the surface of the skin. The key is to follow

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Experts recommend an adequate intake for fibre for people aged 70 years and up is 21 grams per day for females and 30 grams per day for males. Foods rich in fibre include bran-based cereals and other whole grains, beans and legumes, berries and other fruits or veggies, and nuts and seeds.

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Here are your most important nutrition tips to help tackle those medical problems: Boost your fruit and vegetable intake. People over the age of 51 need seven servings per day. One serving is 1/2 cup (125 mL) of fresh, frozen or canned vegetables and fruit, 1 cup (250 mL) of leafy greens, 1/2 cup (125 mL) unsweetened juice or one piece of fruit.

Include more beans and legumes, as well as higher fibre grains, such as whole grain bread, barley, oats, brown or wild rice, bran-based cereals and whole wheat pasta.

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The Abbotsford Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m., at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford.

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Anthropologist Hugh Brody will share his experiences with the Khomani San of the Southern Kalahari, also known as Bushmen, at a lecture and film screening at UFV (Abbotsford campus lecture theatre (Room B101)) on Tuesday, Feb. 15 at 4:30 p.m. Admission is free and the public is welcome.

Word keepers

Mission’s writer’s group offers encouragement for all writers on Wednesday, Feb. 16, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave. Call 604-826-6610.

Womens social club

Mission Abbotsford Women’s Social Club holds its general meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.m., at the Mission Centennial Library, 33247 Second Ave. New members are welcome, guests $3, yearly membership $27.

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English practice groups

Practise your English and make new friends on Wednesday, Feb. 16 from 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call the library at 604-826-6610.

Métis flag raising

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Knitting Club

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Japanese support

Abbotsford Community Services is hosting an information session about the Immigrant Settlement Services in Japanese on Thursday, Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon at 2420 Montrose Ave. Call 604-859-7681 ext.

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The Mission Sumas Abbotsford Better Breathers Club meets Thursday, Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Cascade Community Church, 35190 Delair Rd., Abbotsford.

Come and share information, education and support with others who have breathing problems.

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Canada World Youth presents the cultural event of the season, Friday, Feb. 18 at All Saints Anglican Church, 33077 Second Ave., Mission. Come enjoy a traditional Ukrainian night full of surprises, scrumptious Ukrainian food, dance and songs.

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The Mission Library is hosting a Living Library event, where the books are actual people, from policitians, immigrants, aboriginal and more. You can hear their stories and ask questions. The event is from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave. Call 604-8266620 for more.

Dialogue on Appreciating You & I, sponsored by Abbotsford Community Services, is Saturday, Feb. 19 at the Matsqui Recreation Centre (Seniors Centre), 3106 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. You will have the chance to share your own skills and qualities while learning about those of others. The event

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THE TIMES TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2011 ❘

Sports

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Heat make Marlies pay Abby sweeps Toronto at home CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

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attle tested due to injuries and a group of wide-eyed rookies, the Abbotsford Heat proved two things this weekend in a twogame series sweep over the Toronto Marlies.

They can compete for a playoff spot, and won’t be pushed around in the process.

The Heat, as mentioned, swept the Marlies out of Abbotsford with a 4-1 win Friday night and an equally impressive 3-0 victory the following evening.

The pair of wins put the Heat, who were without Mitch Wahl, Carter Bancks, Kris Chucko, Josh Meyers, and John Negrin due to injury, into third place in the North Division for the moment, as the stretch drive begins to pick up pace.

They also now sit four points ahead of Toronto, which puts an exclamation point on this latest foray with the Maple Leafs farm team, especially after the Marlies tried their best in the late stages of both games to impose their will on the Heat with intimidation and questionable hits.

The first of such acts Saturday was Matt Lashoff’s elbow to the chops of Heat rookie Greg Nemisz, who had a tooth go into his lip and required stitches post-game.

Lashoff was given an elbowing major and a game misconduct. The Heat scored on the man advantage to put the contest out of reach.

It didn’t stop there, as for the second night in a row, Nazem Kadri, the Maple Leafs first-round draft pick in 2009, caught Heat captain Quintin

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– JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

Abbotsford Heat forward Matt Keith goes sprawling in front of Toronto Marlies goalie Ben Scrivens during the first period of Friday’s game at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre. The Heat won Friday 4-1, and 3-0 Saturday.

Laing with a high hit, this time with less than five second remaining in a game that had long since been over.

The hit sparked a melee, with Matt Pelech dropping the gloves with Marcel Mueller, and landing numerous shots to the Marlies forward before the two hit the ice.

Both were assessed double-minors for roughing, but the point was made.

The Heat, even without enforcer

Ryley Grantham in the lineup, will not be bullied.

“Obviously the Marlies are going to be frustrated after a game like that,” said Heat defenceman Chris Breen, who scored the game winner Saturday night.

“It just shows what kind of a team we are, just stepping up for each other and taking punches for one another.”

Beating the Marlies soundly on the scoreboard and standing up to their

machismo ways pleased head coach Jim Playfair.

“I think that’s a part of growing as a team, is managing that part of the game as well and I’ve been proud of the guys.”

The Heat have this week off before playing a home game Friday in Calgary, and returning home Saturday to complete a two-game mini series against the Oklahoma City Barons, AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers.

Cascades playoff bound T h e Un i v e r s i t y o f t h e Fraser Valley women’s basketball squad clinched a Canada West playoff berth after sweeping the University of Lethbridge by scores of 7754 Friday and 70-50 Saturday.

The Cascades, now tied with the University of Calgary for seventh spot, have a record of 10-12 with two games remaining.

“I am very proud of our team, they perservered all season and tonight they know they have accomplish the goal of going to the Canada West post season tournament,” said UFV head coach Al Tuchscherer.

In Friday’s win over Lethbridge, Courtney Bartel led with 22 points, Nicole Wierks added 15 and Tessa Klassen picked up 12 points.

On Saturday, UFV was led

by Aieisha Luyken with a team high 16 points. Klassen added 14 and Bartel chipped in with 13 points.

The Cascades return to the CIS Canada West playoffs for the third time in five years.

On the men’s side, the Cascades stay alive after posting a 90-85 win over the University of Lethbridge on Saturday. They’re now tied with Calgary for eighth in CW. The Cascades led from start to finish in the must-win game Saturday, with Zeon Gray and James Elliott each scoring 18 points, and Sam Freeman adding 17.

– STAFF REPORTER

Taking the long road as AHL’s only West Coast team T

here’s nothing in sports like getting out on the road with the boys, right?

Card games on the bus, listening to your iPod, sleeping in hotels and eating out at the finest restaurants in town; seems like just another three-week vacation in paradise.

That aspect of pro sports has been covered at length in certain motion pictures, like Slap Shot and Bull Durham. It seems glamorous enough. Beer, cards, money – but is it really all it’s cracked up to be?

Consider the Abbotsford Heat’s latest road trip, which officially lasted 21 days, and

CAM TUCKER

Inside sports covered 10 games – five of those in six days – nine different cities, and three time zones.

From Manitoba to Texas, back home for the All-Star break, then back up north to Illinois, east to Ohio, northeast to Hamilton, back down south to New York, and finally to Abbotsford.

Anyone getting dizzy?

Preface this by saying that spending time away from home, even for weeks on end, is part of the job description of a professional athlete.

Teams in every major sports league across the globe are subject to travel.

And while getting on a bus every now and again is still part of the norm in the NHL, it’s basically life in the American Hockey League.

“I’ll tell you what, the travel is lot easier in the National League, especially coming out of Abbotsford here,” said Heat forward Stefan Meyer, who has spent time with the Florida Panthers and Cal-

gary Flames.

“This is probably the most difficult travel I’ve had as a hockey player, and mentally as a group you have to really work together in staying focused and keeping your mind to keep sane sometimes. It’s a like a 24-hour job, basically.”

Meyer raises a noteworthy point. The Heat are the only AHL team on the West Coast, and their closest opponent is in Winnipeg, home of the Manitoba Moose.

Most of the league, including five of the seven teams in the North Division, is more or less centrally

located.

Perhaps down the road, Abbotsford will act as a precursor to expansion into other westerly markets like Seattle or Portland.

As of right now, however, there is no talk of plopping another AHL team out west.

From a logistical standpoint, it would make more sense for, say, NHL teams in California – the L.A. Kings and San Jose Sharks for example – to have their AHL affiliate in the same time zone as opposed to the other side of the U.S., as is currently the situation with the Worcester Sharks and Manchester Monarchs

– both of which are located in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, respectively.

Until the AHL expands out west, the Abbotsford Heat will continued to be the lone island isolated from the mainland, and travel will continue to be the most daunting task facing this team.

As if an increase in salary and Stanley Cups weren’t incentive enough to make it to the NHL. ■ Cam Tucker freelances for

the Abbotsford-Mission Times.

Follow him on Twitter at www. twitter.com/camabbytimes.

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It’s all about the JEAN KONDA-WITTE

CHEER

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The MEI boys curling team took the gold medal in the BC High School Sports Zone 4 Championship in Maple Ridge Feb. 9. The Eagles now head to the provincials in Richmond in March.

Eagles glide to gold

JEAN KONDA-WITTE

JKonda-Witte@abbotsfordtimes.com

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t was all rocks and brooms, but in the end, the MEI boy’s curling team cleaned up in the BC High School Sports Zone 4 Championship, dusting last year’s winner, Sardis, in the final to take the gold.

Skip Nick Parker led his team of Jordan Regier, Jon Schmuland, Jesse Kaufman and Nic Ens to the victory at Golden Ears Curling Club in

Maple Ridge on Wednesday, Feb. 9.

The Eagles took four straight going into the double knockout final, which they won 9-3 over Sardis.

“They’ve worked extraordinarily hard,” said coach of three years, Michelle Baratelli, who added the team did not even have ice to practise on until Nov. 29.

“They absolutely deserved to win.”

The boys now advance to

the provincial championships in Richmond on March 10-12.

Earlier this winter, Parker was one of the curlers taking part in the International Children’s Winter Games in Kelowna.

The two Abbotsford teams finished fourth (girls) and fifth (boys). The coaches are already planning to take two teams to the next winter international games in Europe in two years.

here was some high-flying stunts and plenty to cheer about at the 7th annual Cheer Fest hosted by the Valley Stars of Abbotsford.

More than 1,550 cheering and enthusiastic athletes filled the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on Feb. 5, with girls and boys ranging in age from three to 15 coming from throughout the Lower Mainland and B.C. “The spirit shown this year at our annual Cheer Fest has been by far the best,” said organizer Judy James, founder of Valley Stars.

“The spirit comes from within and this past weekend everyone was able to share that experience.”

Four teams also tried out for the world teams, and will represent Canada at the international event in late April.

T h e Va l l e y St a r s o f Abbotsford did their city proud, capturing first place in – JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES Tiny (ages 3-5), Youth 1A (ages 11 and under), Jr. 3 Elite (14 Valley Stars cheerleaders perform one of the required eleand under), Senior 2, Senior ments in the Youth 2 division at Cheer Fest recently at the 4, Senior 4.2, and Senior co- AESC. For more photos, look for the web photo gallery in ed Level 5. Overall the Val- multimedia at www.abbotsfordtimes.com. ley Stars were Level 4 Grand Champions, and also won the senior and very proud to be a part of such growing sport that gets more recognition each year,” junior divisional championships.

“I truly love the sport of cheer and am added James.

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COMMUNITY

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Refreshing contestant wants your support Mother of five has artistic vision for Pepsi prize money

CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

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bbotsford’s Carmen Brunsch thin k s sh e h a s a w i n n i n g idea, but now she needs the support of the community to see it through.

Brunsch entered the Canadian version of the Pepsi Refresh Everything project with her idea to open an Imagination Station – a kids store for arts and crafts that

is right now in the running for the $100,000 prize.

Ranked 80th and with less than a month before voting for the winner is announced, Brunsch is now relying on the support of friends, family and the community to make sure she has the best possible chance of seeing her dream idea come true.

“I have five children, and all of them are in some way artistically talented,” said Brunsch.

“I w a n t e d t o g i v e t h e m a n outlet, and that’s where the idea came from.”

The mother of five and grandmother of one has been working at the idea for six and a half years.

She considers herself blessed with artistic talent, and said all children should be encouraged to follow something they love.

“Kids are our future,” she said.

“Trying to find funding for this has been difficult though.”

“I have five children, and all of them are in some way artistically talented . . . I wanted to give them an outlet, and that’s where the idea came from.”

– Carmen Brunsch

It w a s f o r t h i s re a s o n t h a t she reached out to the Pepsi project.

She also believes that the capital people invest in her project will be returned to the community by not only helping children find their artistic side, but her store will help create jobs, as well.

Another Abbotsford business is also competing for votes.

T h e Fr a s e r Va l l e y Hu m a n e Society currently sits fourth in the running for the $25,000 prize. ◗ For more information on how to vote, visit www.refresheverything. ca. Voting ends on Feb. 28.

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CLEANERS NEEDED, full to part time, $10/hr to start for residential and new construction. Must have vehicle. stelnack20@hotmail.com Daytime Cleaning Person for Abbotsford. 4 hours daily, Mon, Wed, Fri. $11/hr 778-552-2246 HOMEWORKERS GET PAID DAILY! NOW ACCEPTING: Simple part time and full time Online Computer Work is available. No fees or charges to participate. Start Today, www.onwoc.com

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GREENHOUSE LABOURERS required for Canadian Valley Growers with locations in Aldergrove and Abbotsford.

Job involves picking, planting and harvesting annuals. Heavy lifting and standing for long periods of time is required. Hours are 40+ over 6 days per week.

Rate of pay is $9.28/hr.

This job would be suitable for those looking for regular seasonal employment.

Fax resumes to 604-857- 0666 or mail to Box 1330, Aldergrove, BC V4W 2V1

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months.

Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite.

Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours.

Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.ca

RAW DOG food Company in Mission requires F/T & P/T help for our production line. Must be organized, able to lift up to 60 lbs., good memory, fast worker. Experienced with vacuum pack machine & butcher shop equipment an asset. Must have own car.

Early hours and fax resume to: 604-814-2584

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ATTN: Local people to work from home on-line. $1500 - $4500 p/t or f/t. Training. Call 604-576-2485 SALES REP for local Mfg. Shop with Equipment & Machinery background. Fax Resume to 604-852-5614.

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Trades/Technical

BANNISTER GM in Edson, Alberta requires Journeyman Automotive and Collision/Painter Technicians. We offer Veteran Managers and Supervisors in a family owned operation. Signing bonuses, moving allowances, and top pay come with the right applicant. Apply in confidence to: dean@bannisteredson.com.

CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS needed for concrete work. Exp or willing to train. Call 250-307-7416 DRIVERS/OWNER OPERATORS Wanted. Truck contractors need drivers with log haul experience and clean driver’s abstract. Owner operators needed with 6, 7, 8 axle log trailers. Visit: www.alpac.ca or call 1-800-661-5210 (ext. 8173).

ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. - $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. - $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring!

Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-367-4460). Fax 780-955-6160. Email: hr@ensignenergy.com.

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Food Products

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Office Personnel

Busy Family Construction company requires experienced BOOKKEEPER to start immediately. This is a part time position with flexible hours.

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Duties incl: Acct’s payable, receivable and payroll. Fax resume with references to 604-792-5440

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604-930-8377

FULL-TIME WELDER

Simpson Strong-Tie Canada Ltd. in Maple Ridge is currently hiring a full-time Welder.

A minimum of 3 years of welding experience required. CWB Ticket would be an asset. Simpson offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package.

Please fax resume to Attn: Human Resources 604-460-4780 or email to jmclean@strongtie.com MS Word format with Resume as a subject.

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.

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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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Dogs

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BERNESE MOUNTAIN Puppies.

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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.

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Apt/Condos

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6540

Houses - Rent

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Langley

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Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM bsmt ste, d/w, f/s, Sumas Way/Costco, n/p, Mar.1, $550 incl utils. 604-835-2711 1BDRM SUITE, Mission, Brand new, bright, own W/D, NS, $800 utils incl, avail now, 604-826-8674

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Real Estate Services

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2 BR Bsmt, Abbts, close to Hwy 1 & McCallum Rd. $750 incl elec & gas, ns now/Mar 1, 604-319-8799

6020-01

MISSION 1 Br + office, new appl, gas fp, sep ent, own w/d, ns, np, Now, $675 incl util. 604-217-9286 MISSION, 2 BR, clean, suits 1 or 2, $800 incl utils, ns, np, sat tv, nr Lougheed, now, 604-826-9133 MISSION 3BR upper. deck, fncd yrd, sep w/d, nr schls, bus. ns $1150+util. Mar 1 604-217-9286 MISSION, College Hts. bright 1 BR, h/w flrs. NS/np. $575/mo incl hydro. Av now. 778-863-2186 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. $1245 + 1/2 utls. 604-765-3340

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OFFICE SPACE for rent, 1500sf, $2000/mo in high traffic area same bldg. as Greek Island Restuarant on 2686 Langdon St. 604-850-1613 or 604-819-2045

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Business Opps/ Franchises

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Office/Retail Rent

2 BR, W. Abbots, 1 yr old, own w/d, ns np, $800 incls utils & cable, avail now 604-856-4576 MISSION, 4th Ave. 3 BR house, f/bath, 5 appl. Pets ok. Smoking ok. $1,150/mo + util. March 1st.

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Feed & Hay

Financial Services

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GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies.

CKC registered German working line pups. Blk/tan or black. Taking reservations now! Ready to go Feb 28. For pedigree info, go to www.obedienceplus.com $1,000/each. Call 778-571-2990

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STANDARD POODLE pups, CKC reg. brown, black & cream, Chwk. 604-823-2467 ..302-1761

6 BR house, 2 full baths, Clearbrook. Feb 20th, Rent neg.

604-852-8367 or 604-613-6045

ABBY GLEN APARTMENTS 2959 Tims St. Reno’d 1 & 2 br suite avail, Call 778-880-0920

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Dogs

LAB PUPPIES Choc Black & yellows, males & females, view reg parents $550. 604-701-1587

Cares!

RENTALS Apartments & Condos

3508

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

GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups, PBFarm/Family, Rosedale, $600 Shots, March 1, 604-845-7434

6508

Dogs

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

6505

3508

Houses - Sale Real Estate

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www.bcforeclosures.com 5 BR home from $19,500 down $1,925/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-46

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Condos/ Townhouses

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Escort Services

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Houses - Sale

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Vancouver East Side

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BEST BUY on Oak St. Quality built 6 br, 4 bath, potential bsmt suite with sep entry, 2 f/p, 17 yrs old, $1,078,000. 604-727-7908

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IN THE matter of the warehousemans lien act Reliable Auto Towing has a claim against the following person(s) vehicle(s): Eric Williams/Westrock Financial Ltd. 1G2AJ55F277305498 2007 Pontiac G5 Tracy Venables WVWCA0155JK022540 1988 VW Golf Gia Hoang JHMBB2266NC801763 1987 Honda Prelude Paul Lesko 2BG209168u215065 2002 Yamaha R6 Gregory Eleming/The TorontoDominion Bank 1G1AJ12F757534581 2005 Chev. Cobalt Paul Verchere 2GTDG15Z1H4504775 1987 GMC Duravan Mick Murphy 2GCFK24H5J1241719 1988 Chev 2500 Hanaro Motors Inc. 2C3AD36591H513355 2001 Chrysler Concord Treen Luth WVWCE83A1SE024007 1995 VW Passat Vehicles to be sold on the 30th day of February, 2011.

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Sun Feb 20, 2-4pm, Quick Sale, 216 East 57th, Ave. 4BR duplex, 3 bath, central loc. Ask $655,000 Mala @ Sutton 778-859-4458

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Sell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243 Burnaby Highgate 2000sf 4br 3 1/2ba 1/2 duplex w/side suite $779K 418-1002 id5313 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $99,900 597-8361 id4714 Maple Ridge spotless 947sf 1br condo above snrs cent 55+ $219,900 466-1882 id5262 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 Sry Bear Creek Park Reduced 1440sf rancher, gated 45+ $279,900 597-0616 id5234

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North Delta

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Mobile Homes

COLLAPSED SALE New SRI 14 wide selling at dealer cost.

1152 sq ft double wide $77,900.

Glenbrook 604-830-1960 Mobile Home Restorations and Service Work No Job too small Chris 604-393-3087 NEW SRI 14 wide, $4000 down, Pmts $899 incls pad rent oac.

Glenbrook 604-830-1960 Repossessed mobile homes to be moved, 1974-2008, 12 wide to be moved, FREE. 604-830-1960.

ADULT PARK AVAILABLE New & Used Homes From 14,900 and 56,900 FOB Quality Homes

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1-800-339-5133

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Auto Miscellaneous

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Domestic

1998 EAGLE TALON ESI, 170k, 2.0 L, excellent condition, 5 spd, no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3500. 604-763-3223 2007 FORD Crown Victoria LX, grey, tan leather interior, traction control, A/C, power everything, no accidents, extended warranty, a great highway vehicle. Car Fax provided. 64,000kms. $12,500.

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The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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