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2025 Kia K4 Gt Line Turbo: Stellar Performance Sedan!
By Veeno Dewan.
ABBOTSFORD DENTAL CENTRE
The new 2025 Kia K4 sedan is the replacement for the popular Kia Forte compact sedan and has a complete redesign in terms of its exterior and cabin. For starters, the K4 has a dramatic fastback profile with a swooping low roofline rather like the now sadly missed Kia Stinger Sports sedan. The look is further enhanced with wide rear fenders that give the car an aggressive, sporty stance. It certainly is one of the better looking, more sporty compact sedans out there. The 2025 K4 has more standard, segment-busting technology, advanced driver assistance systems, refinement, and class-leading rear headroom and legroom. The K4 is slightly larger than the outgoing Forte.
The front-wheel-drive K4 offers two engine choices; a standard 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque mated to a CVT (Continuously Variable transmission.) The upgraded engine in the K4 is a 1.6L turbocharged L4 with horsepower at 190 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. This unit is paired with a conventional eight-speed automatic gearbox.
The K4 model range comprises five trim levels priced from 23,995$34,495. K4 interior cabins are chock full of the latest technology– the showpiece is the full digital cockpit
featuring a high tech 12.3-inch instrument display. AM/FM/MP3, HD radio, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.
As you move through the model lineup, the features increase- The GT-Line performance model as tested has a special front and rear fascia with exterior gloss black accents and 18-inch alloy wheels The GT-Line adds cube -style LED projector headlights, and LED fog lights. The GT-Line and GT-Line Turbo also arrive with an enhanced multi-link rear suspension, whereas all the other K4s come with a torsionbeam setup.
Our Kia 4 GT-Line Turbo with the 1 .6L T-GDI 4-cylinder engine was matched to the 8-Speed Automatic transmission. As standard equipment included: 18” Alloy Wheels, Wide Sunroof, Artificial Leather seats, Heated Seats & Steering wheel, and Ventilated Front Seats. Infotainment comprises: 12.3-inch Multimedia Interface, 12.3 TFT Supervision cluster display, Navigation system and a ,Harman Kardon Audio setup. There is also: Dual Zone Auto Climate Control, Smart Cruise Control, Kia Connect and Around View Cameras. Extras include the Digital Key 2.0 and a parking Assist system. Available digital features and services can also remotely update
the K4 over the air. GT trims have the advanced Connected Car Navigation Cockpit operating system with OTA (Over The Air Update) capability.
In term of the cabin design there are sporty comfortable front seats. Nice to see practical hard buttons for most often used features such as stereo audio and climate controls, and plenty of storage space. Rear-seat headroom is limited at least a little by the sloping roofline, but there’s still plenty of space for passengers to fit comfortably inside. The rear trunk allows for 413 litres of cargo capacity.
The K4 expands the standard and available ADAS suite of driver assistance systems includes standard intelligent speed limit assist, lane keeping assist and “smart” cruise control with stop & go. Higher trims offer available driver assistance technology such as Forward Collision Avoidance 1.5, that detects vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists in front of the car while driving, as well as oncoming vehicles while turning left at intersections. The Haptic steering wheel warnings add tactile alerts for the driver.
On the road, the GT-Line Turbo model, with 1.6L engine performs well. There is good handling and refinement. Acceleration is decent enough, the turbo spools up quickly with little lag, adding some spice to the k4’s acceleration. The steering feels light, precise and is well weighted, and the Kia offers a stable, positive handing with decent enough agility around corners with a multi-link suspension set up instead
of torsion beam. It is also quicker with a selectable drive mode button on the steering wheel able to switch from Normal to Sport mode. Braking is also up to par with firm stops and good pedal modulation.
Downsides are few, the engines performance won’t set the world on fire but is good for enjoyable everyday sporty driving. In everyday urban and suburban driving, fuel economy is rated at L/100 City- 8.2/ Highway – 6.6/ Combined – 8.0 which is not poor by any means+.
To sum up, the 2025 Kia K4 GTLine Turbo is the one to get for performance fans who like the look and specification of the K4. It looks great, has wonderful value for money and a refined cabin. It sets a new bar for design and as standard features in this class with typical Kia flair. Highly recommended.
2025 Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo - Priced from $34,4955 Plus taxes freight and PDE Price as tested - $36,695. More info at www.kia.ca
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The Government of Canada introduces citizenship by descent legislation for Canadians
Canadian citizenship lies at the heart of what it means to be Canadian, providing a sense of belonging and connection to a diverse, inclusive, and democratic nation. For many newcomers to Canada, citizenship is key to integration and we are committed to making the citizenship process as fair and transparent as possible.
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As a result of the first-generation limit to citizenship by descent for individuals born abroad, most Canadian citizens who are citizens by descent cannot pass on citizenship to their child born or adopted outside Canada. The current first-generation limit to citizenship no longer reflects how Canadian families live today—here at home and around the world—and the values that define our country.
Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, introduced legislation that would extend citizenship by descent beyond the first generation in a way that is inclusive and protects the value of Canadian citizenship.
Bill C-3 would:
automatically give Canadian citizenship to any person who would be a citizen today were it not for the firstgeneration limit or certain outdated provisions of previous citizenship legislation
establish a new framework for citizenship by descent going forward that would allow for access to citizenship beyond the first generation based on a Canadian parent’s substantial connection to Canada demonstrated by at least 1,095 cumulative days (i.e., three years) of physical presence in Canada prior to their child’s birth or adoption.
People who may be impacted by the changes proposed in Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025), will no doubt have questions about
what this means for them and their families. If the bill passes both Houses of Parliament and receives Royal Assent, we will work as quickly as possible to bring these changes into effect and will provide more information for eligible individuals on our website.
Quote:
“Citizenship is more than a legal status—it’s a profound connection to the values, history, and spirit of Canada. By requiring those who pass citizenship to their children born abroad beyond the first generation to have a substantial connection to our country we are honouring that bond. It reflects our belief that being Canadian means more than just a place of birth; it’s about belonging, shared experiences, and a commitment to the inclusive and diverse community we all call home.”
– The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
Quick facts:
The first Canadian Citizenship Act of 1947 contained several now-outdated provisions that caused many people to either lose their Canadian citizenship or not acquire it in the first place. Legislative changes in 2009 and 2015 restored or gave citizenship to the vast majority of “Lost Canadians” who had lost it or never received it due to outdated legislation. Approximately 20,000 people became citizens and were issued certificates of Canadian citizenship as a result of these changes.
Under the former section 8 of the Citizenship Act, some individuals lost citizenship at the age of 28. These were people born beyond the first generation abroad between February 15, 1977, and April 16, 1981, who turned 28 and failed to retain their citizenship before the first-generation limit was introduced in 2009.
Increased resident participation required to reduce contaminated recycling
The City of Abbotsford is reminding all residents to pitch in and reduce the amount of contaminated recycling collected through the residential curbside pickup program. Reducing contamination at the household level will help to minimize waste and support the City’s continued participation in the Recycle BC program
including higher recycling service rates, additional penalties for repeat offenders, and even suspension of curbside recycling services for households that continue to place incorrect materials in their carts.
Since 2023, the City has made significant efforts to support residents and businesses in decreasing their recycling contamination and meet the standards set out by Recycle BC, which provides incentive fees to the City in exchange for collecting curbside recycling on their behalf. This partnership helps keep the cost of curbside recycling service low, provided collected materials are able to be recycled. However, despite concerted efforts, including increased community education, waste sorting workshops, on-street cart inspections, and the use of automated truck technology to identify contaminants, Abbotsford has not met our recycling contamination reduction target.
Roughly 7.4 per cent of materials placed in curbside recycling carts are not accepted in the curbside program, often contaminating otherwise acceptable items or creating hazards to recycling collection and processing staff. Unless contamination rates improve, the City may face substantial fines from Recycle BC. These fines could result in increased costs to residents,
To keep the City of Abbotsford’s curbside recycling program affordable and sustainable, all residents must do their part to recycle correctly.
To further support residents in improving their recycling habits, the City will continue providing educational information and outreach in a variety of ways. Recycling ambassadors will inspect carts on collection days, attend community events, and share guidance on how to properly sort waste. Additional tips, resources and updates will be shared through the curbside collection app, utility notices and on the City’s social media channels.
Residents are strongly encouraged to review the City’s waste-sorting guide, use the Waste Wizard tool, and learn proper sorting practices to not only reduce household recycling contamination rates but help protect the City’s curbside recycling program for the future.
A waste-sorting guide, the City’s Waste wizard and additional recycling information and resources can be found at www.abbotsford.ca/waste.
Racist incident helpline making a difference
One year after its launch on May 30, 2024, the Province’s racist incident helpline is making a difference for people in B.C. experiencing racism, with approximately 94% of callers reporting their needs were met.
“Racism has no place in B.C., but we know it exists, and we are determined to continue to fight it in all its forms, through all the tools available at our disposal,” said Niki Sharma, Attorney General. “As part of that work, we are proud to provide this resource that is connecting so many people in need with services that can help them heal and reclaim their sense of safety and belonging. We will continue to strengthen and grow the helpline’s network so that nobody ever has to navigate the impact of a racist incident on their own.”
“Thank you for your time and for listening to me. I feel less pressured now. This has been really helpful.”
This caller accepted referrals to resources for tenant rights, legal assistance and mental-health supports.
The racist incident helpline is a tollfree, multilingual service for people who have been subjected to discrimination based on the colour of their skin, culture, ethnicity or place of origin. Callers receive support, guidance and referrals to local communitysupport services. One year after its launch, the helpline has received calls from 807 people seeking help dealing with racism, and has made more than 2,329 referrals to support services. This call volume is more than double the number of racism-specific calls reported by the state of California for the first year its hate helpline was operational (2023-24), despite California’s population being seven times the size of B.C.’s.
“I know this is a long process, but it makes me feel better to talk about everything,” said one caller to the helpline, whose family was experiencing harassment, racism, aggression, micro-aggressions and intimidation from their neighbour on a shared yard.
On average, each caller was directed to three support services, indicating people coping with racism require help on multiple fronts, such as legal advice, peer support and mental-health resources. To help strengthen the efficacy of these support networks, the Province invested $2.2 million in 32 community organizations in the 202324 fiscal year, for enhanced services and to better meet the urgent and diverse needs of those affected by racism in their communities.
“The racist incident helpline is a core pillar of government’s efforts to counter racism and discrimination in B.C.,” said Jessie Sunner, parliamentary secretary for anti-racism initiatives. “It bridges a gap between people dealing with the trauma of racism and the essential services they need to heal. We are committed to continuing to empower local advocates, communities and organizations so that we can together create a province where everyone feels safe, supported and valued.”
The toll-free helpline is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, at 1 833 457-5463 (1 833 HLP-LINE). Service is offered in more than 240 languages, and after-hours callers can request a call back during regular hours. For immediate assistance or in the case of an emergency, people should call 911.
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“af geI sdyhF hI koeI Kbr Cfpx.” JMzy dy GroN buwlHF ‘c muskrfeI.
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GrvflI ny jLor pf ky afpxI ingdI skIrI ivcoN rMzI ho ky bYTI nsIb kOr cMdy nUM ivafh ilaFdI. pMj ikwly nsIb kOr dy nfm lvfey gey. ijvyN aksr hI huMdf hY hOlI-hOlI cMdy dy ivafh dI gwl purfxI ho geI aqy lokF nUM cuMJ crcf leI hor gwlF iml geIaF. alokfr gwl ieh hoeI ik hux lok nsIb kOr dy nrm suBfa qy nyk-nIaq, BlmfxsI aqy qp qyjL dIaF bfqF pfAux lwgy. Auhny Gr df mUMh muhFdrf hI bdl ky rwK idwqf QoVHy smyN ivc. ijWQy cMdf aVb kOVy suBfa leI jfixaf jFdf, Auhdy Ault nsIb kOr nyk bKq gAU grIb dy kMm afAux vflI. Gr dy kMmF leI puwj ky sicafrI. Auh sUeIaF qoN PflLy bxfAuNdI. qy iPr nsIb kOr ny dhIN dy Puwt vrgf muMzf jMimaf. cMdf isAuN nUM lwigaf myrf puwq moVqf AuWpr vfly ny. rhI gwl nsIb kOr dI
AuhdI nykI nI cwkI jFdI ipMz ‘c. iksy dI ihMmq nhIN sI Auhdy vwl awK cwk ky Jfkx dI. ijvyN Auhny suBfa krky ipMz muwl lY ilaf hovy. Auh afpxy GrF dI mrYHlx sI. hryk vwzI CotI Aus qoN slfh lYNdI. puwj ky akl idwqI AuWpr vfly ny, suafxIaF kihMdIaF. cMdy
dI afpxy sky soDiVaF nfl kdy vI dfl nI glI sfrI Aumr. Auhdy awKV suBfa krky. koeI nyVy nf PVkdf GrF ‘coN Auhdy. nsIb kOr ny puwq jMmy qoN bfad sky soDVy swdy aqy mUhry rwKy. ijhVI AuhdI sOkx AuhnUM JolI pf ky ilafeI sI, muMzf AuhdI JolI pf idwqf aqy bolI lY BYxy awgf qyrf ipwCf myrf. qUM myrI vwzI BYx. cMdf vI nsIbo dI nMbrdfrI qy bfgo-bfg sI. hux Auh icwty KV-KV krdy lIVy pf dlfn ‘c mUhVy ‘qy bYTf rihMdf jF inafeIN vfly Kyq gyVf mfr afAuNdf. smF afpxI qor quiraf jFdf. nsIbo ny poqrIaF nUM skUlI ivwidaf qoN bfad kflj lf idwqf. kuVIaF nUM qF smJo mF hI iml geI sI. ijwdx dI nsIbo afeI nf kuVIaF ny mfVf pfieaf qy nf mfVf KfDf, muMzf vI skUl jfx lwgf. nsIb kOr dI iewjLq idno-idn lokF dy mnF ‘c vDdI geI. AuhdI inmrqf aqy Auhdy ikrdfr krky. cMdy df sky Gr nfl ipCly pMdrF vIh sflF qoN muwkdmf cldf sI, dovyN iDrF kcihrI ‘c Kwjl Kuafr huMdIaF iPrdIaF sI, pr koeI Jukx leI iqafr nhIN sI. acfnk nsIb kOr iek idn Aus guaFZI dy Gr jf KVHI. Auh sfrf twbr hYrfn. nsIb kOr ny JolI awz ky Gr dy muKI nUM ikhf, jo GrF ‘coN Aus df jyT lgdf sI. “vyK BfeI jI mYN nIvIN ho ky qyry Gr afeI hF, KflI nf moVIN. nfly vyKy nf mUhry pey nUM qF swp sINh vI nhIN KFdf, mYN kys df rfjInfmf krn afeI hF. qUM vwzI QF ‘qy hYgf qy asIN CotI QF. so sfzf hwk bxdf sI qyry kol afAux df, qYnUM sfrf eI cfnx hYgf ik sfzy vflf srdfr nwk ‘qy mwKI kihVf bihx idMdf. qUM vwzf idl idKf.” guaFZI twbr bfgo-bfg.
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cMdy dy muMzy df ivafh sI, sfry ipMz nUM swdf. sfk-skIrI dUr-nyVy dI swdI. Gr bfby dI dyh ilaFdI geI. Bog AuprMq pfTI isMG ny sfD sMgq df DMnvfd krdy ikhf, “cMdf isAuN dy Gr dI sPlqf dI kuMjI hY bIbI nsIb kOr. AuhdIaF isPqF krn nfloN mYN iek kQf krky smfpqI kr dyxI arQ qusIN BlI-BFq smJ jfvogy. bhuq smF pihlF dI gwl hY ik iek rfjy ny afpxy bhuq sUJ-bUJ vfly vjLIr nUM suafl kIqf ik “dunIaF ivc sB qoN KusLiksmq qy KusL mnuwK ikhVf hY.” vjLIr ny juafb idwqf, hy rfjn pihlf Auh suKI jIhdf Qvfk ‘c rhy pirvfr.
‘AuWpr vfly ny cMdf isAuN nUM iqMny dfqF bKsL idwqIaF ny. bfkI ijs Gr nsIb kOr vrgI kul-vMqI bIbI Gr dI mflkx hovy, AuhdIaF swqy kulF qr jFdIaF hn. ies qoN vwD mYN kuJ nhIN kihxf.”
Why Where When Who What
Fee
SUMMER GURMAT CAMP 2025
For children who completed Kindergarten to Gr. 5. Gr. 6 & older may volunteer.
A camp full of learning and excitement! Camp will include Gatka, Punjabi, Sikh Videos, Seva Time, Sakhi Time as well as Sports & Games!
Gurdwara Sahib Kalgidhar Darbar (30640 Blueridge Drive, Abbotsford, BC)
Time: 9:00 am - 2:45 pm
SESSION 1 (LIMITED SPOTS AVALIBLE)
Monday, July 7 - July 17, 2025 (9 Days)
SESSION 2 (LIMITED SPOTS AVALIBLE)
Monday, July 21 - July 31, 2025 (9 Days)
This camp will allow young Sikh children to grow emotionally, mentally, socially and spiritually. Other opportunities include making friends, interactions with positive role models, Gurmat & Sikh history education and lots of fun!
$20/Day
SESSION 1: $180 (9 days)
SESSION 2: $180 (9 days)
Important Notes
Campers are required to bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle If families would like to sponsor pizza for a specific day or special occasion like a child’s birthday, please contact the office.
Days
SESSION 1 - Saturday, June 21, 2025
SESSION 2 - Saturday, July 5, 2025
WHA T M A TTER S MO S T TO Y OU ?
SU R V EY OP E N UN TI L AU GUS T 3 1 ST , 202 5 quhfzy leI sB qoN vwD kI mfieny rwKdf hY?
To ensure the new Abbotsford Police Strategic Plan meets the needs of the community we serve, your input is crucial to our success. We kindly request that you take approximately 7 minutes to complete our Community Safety Survey.
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TO G ET H ER W E C A N BU IL D S TREN G T H I N COMMUN I T Y
Scan to complete the survey or visit abbypd.ca/community-safety-survey to learn more.
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kI aYbtsPorz puils nUM nOjvfnF aqy skUl pRogrfmF ivwc iswDy qOr 'qy Èfml krnf cfhIdf hY?
kI tRYiPk ienPorsmYNt quhfzy leI mhwqvpUrn hY?
Should Abbotsford Police be directly involved in youth and school programs? Is Tra c Enforcement important to you? Are the Abbotsford Police responding to urgent/emergency police service in a timely manner?
kI aYbtsPorz puils ËrUrI/aYmrjYNsI puils syvfvF df smyN isr jvfb dy rhI hY?
The survey will be open until August 31st, 2025. Learn more about our survey at www.abbypd.ca/community-safety-survey
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svyry 11:00 vjy qoN Èfm 4:00 vjy qwk syvnEks ÈfipMg sYNtr (przIË cfklyts dy nyVy)
dUjI vfrI sflfnf myar df lMcn, jo sQfnk hvfeI cfln df jÈn sI, 14 meI nUM kfskyz eyrospys 'qy mnfeI geI.
afpxy ibafn ivwc, myar sfeImns ny 2022-2026 dI
rxnIqI Xojnf nUM pUrf krn ivwc kONsl dI qrwkI 'qy icMqn kIqf aqy ipCly sfl dIaF muwK KuÈIaF qy iDafn kyNdirq kIqf, ijs ivwc inrmfx, bFD dy mukfbly, invfs aqy byGr hoxf Èfml hY. AunHF ny srkfrI smudfiek Xojnf dy apzyt, nvyN bfgF aqy KyzF, siBafcfr aqy mnorMjn sQfnF ivwc invyÈ dy BivwK bfry vI soicaf.
iblkul, Ausny hvfeI Xfqrf bfry hor gwl krn leI vI smF idwqf, ieh iËkr kridaF ik aYbtsPorz aMqrrfÈtr mfqf 1 imlIan XfqrIaF dy pwDr nUM dUjy sfl qoN imilaf, aqy sfzf hvfeI awzf 2,000 nOkrIaF df shfrf idMdf hY. Ausny ieh vI drsfieaf ik hvfeI awzf svY-ivwq hY, aqy ies dIaF afmdn dy sroqF ivwcoN iewk 325 iekV BUMmI rfËbyrI dy iksfnF nUM ikrfey 'qy dyxf hY.
ies sfl, pihlI vfr, mYar dy lMc ivwc sQfnk AudXog dy inpuxو df iewk pYnl Èfml kIqf igaf: icnUk hYlIkfptrF dI kYQI pRYs, RAD tfrk isstmF dy EpryÈn vfsqy VP pYt mYkPYzn, koneyr eyrIal PfierPfieitMg dy CFO sYNzI tRIgs aqy kYskyz eyrospys dy eyksYktIv VP aqy COO stU mYkieMtoÈ. pYnl dy mYNbrF ny aYbotsPrz ivc kMm krn dy afpxy anuBv, sfnUM jo kuJ smfj dyx dI smrwQf hY, eyrospys AudXog ny sfhmxf kIqIaF cuxOqIaF aqy Èihr AunHF nUM smrQn krn aqy ivkfs aqy qrwkI krn ivwc ikvyN mdd kr skdf hY, bfry crcf kIqI. pYnl Kqm hox qoN bfad, hfËrIn nUM kfskyz dI shUlq df dOrf krn dI suivDf idwqI geI. ies smfgm dy rfÈI $4,150 BC eyvIeyÈn kfnisl skflriÈp pRogrfm nUM dfn kIqI geI, jo ik hvfeI clfx aqy eyrospys ivwc awiDaYn krn vfly ividafrQIaF dI shfieqf krdf hY.
dy lMcn 'qy drÈkF nUM sMboDn krdy hn. kONsl ny iml lyk pfrk mfstr Xojnf leI afKrI pVfa dy jnqk slfh-mÈvry nUM hrI rMg dI svIkfrqf idwqI hY.
27 meI nUM hoeI sBf ivc, Èihr kounicl ny iml lyk pfrk mfstr Xojnf df msOdf mnËUr kIqf aqy stfP nUM aKIrly sfrvjink Èfmlqf dy dOr 'qy awgy vDx leI hukm idwqf. ieh pRojYkt lgBg 20 sflF dy avDI ivwc cfr pVfvF ivwc lfgU kIqf jfvygf, hr pVfa Èihr dy pMj sflI pUMjI kfrj kfrjkRm nfl sMkln kIqf jfvygf. slfh-mÈvry ny inmnilKq kuJ muwK qwqF leI jnqk rucI dI puÈtI kIqI hY, qF jo mfstr Xojnf afAux vfly keI dhfikaF leI pfrk dI smudfiek dI jrUrqF nUM pUrf kry.
kuwiqaF vfsqy PYNs kIqf hoieaf afP-lIsL eyrIaf sYNtynIal pUl Kfx pIx df pRbMD hr iksm dI vrqoN leI lyk lUp pfQvy pfrkF ivwc lfeItF lyk lUp borzvfk
kONsl ny stfP nUM OCP Èfimlfq df afÉrI cwkr krn dy leI hukm idwqf
13 meI nUM afpxI mIitMg ivwc, Èihr kounicl ny aOiÌÈIal kimAUintI Xojnf (OCP) dy crx 3 df zRfPt nIqI aqy inXm irport pRfpq kIqI aqy krmcfrIaF nUM zRfPt OCP aqy vÉrybMdI ivwc bdlfa leI afKrI crx dy smudfiek sihBfgI nUM krn dI idÈf-inrdyÈ idwqf.
ieNgyjmYNt lokI aqy ivrcualI dohF ZMgF nfl ho irhf hY. OCP irport aqy zrfPt apzyts nUM letstalkabbotsford.ca/ocp 'qy post kIqf igaf hY qF ik invfsIaF afpxy ivcfrF dI smIiKaf kr skx aqy suJfa dy skx. iesy smyN, vsqI ivwc Kuly Gr aqy popap smfgm Èihr dy kony-kony ivwc mnËr 'qy rwKy jf rhy hn qF ik
BfgIdfr afpxy PIzbYk sFJy krn aqy stfP nUM svfl puwCx leI iswDI qrHF Èfiml ho skx. afAux vfly Epn hfAUs aYbtsPorz kimAuintI lfeIbryrI 'qy 12 jUn, sYvn Eks sLOipMg sYNtr 'qy 14 jUn aqy hfeIstRIt sLOipMg sYNtr 'qy 20 jUn nUM hoxgy. OCP tIm lgBg ieNgyjmYNt imafd dy aMq nyVy Gwt sfÌ rihx vfly "koÌI cYt" vI krvfeygI.
stfÌ afpxy lIn-lfeIn Koj dy nqIjy ies hymMq ivwc kONsl nUM irport krygf qF jo suJfey gey sMÈoDnF df rUp ryKf pRdfn kIqf jf sky aqy vwD idÈf dI bynqI kIqI jf sky. pRikiraf ivwc afKrI kdmF ivwc iewk jnqk suxvfeI Èfml hY, ijQy kimAUintI dy mYNbrF kol koeI vI itwpxIaF jF icMqfvF pRsqfivq OCP bdlfvF bfry kONsl dy sfhmxy sIDy pyÈ krn df QoVf smF hovygf.
2 meI nUM, izptI myar vfrkyNitn ny aYbotsPorz ivwc afpxy eyjIaYm aqy kMPrMs leI bI sI kYnyzIan PYzryÈn afP XUnIvristI ivmYn dy mYNbrF df svfgq kIqf.
kONsl ny eyrInf syvfvF aqy shUlqF dI rxnIqI nUM mnËUrI idwqI, stfP nUM nvINaF eyrInfvF dI Koj krn leI idÈf-inrdyÈ idwqy
13 meI nUM, Èihr kONsl ny arInf syvfvF aqy suivDfvF dI rxnIqI dy aKIrly msOdy dI mnËUrI idwqI aqy krmcfrIaF nUM invyÈk pfrtIaF nfl ies sMBv ivkfs ivwc juVn df afdyÈ idwqf ik do jF do qoN vwD arInfvF abotsPorz ivwc inwjI ËmIn 'qy bxfeIaF jfx, ijs ivwc Èihr iewk muwK ikrfeydfr dy qOr 'qy kMm krdf hY. qurMq hukm, ijnHF ivwcoN bhuq sfry pihlF qoN hI cwl rhy hn, ivwc brP, suwky Plor dIaF jgHF aqy krilMg leI syvf tIikaF dI phcfx krny, smudfie leI brP dI AuplbDqf vDfAuxy, nvInqm aYlokyÈn nIqI dy pRBfv dI ingrfnI krny jo dwsdI hY ik Èihr ikvyN smudfiek sMgTnF nfl buwikMgF nUM vMzdf hY, aYbotsPorz krilMg klwb nfl Zolf dubfrf puÈtI krny aqy buVHy ho rhy sQfnF dI Xojnf bxfAuxy Èfml hn.
mwD-kfl dIaF idÈfvF ivwc smudfie leI suwky Plor QfvF dI AuplbDqf nUM vDfAuxf, nvyN kRilMg syvf dy pRdfn krn dy mfzlF dI jFc krnI, aqy nvIkrn jF punrivkfs kIqIaF eyrInfvF leI BfeIcfry dy mOkyaF dI Koj krnI Èfiml hY. kONsl df krmcfrIaF nUM jldI qoN jldI BfeIcfry dy mOikaF dI Koj krn df pRfQimkqf dyxf. lMmy smyN dI idÈf MSA aqy MRC eyrIinaF leI punrivkfs dy mOkyaF dI Koj krn leI hY.
5 meI nUM, kONslr rfs ny aYbotsPorz lfn boilMg klwb dy 90vyN sIËn dI ÈurUafq nUM Zosx leI smfroihk pihlI gyNd clfeI.
5 meI nUM, myar sImnjL ny PryjLr vYlI mYits aYsosIeysLn df sflfnF rYWz zrYWs zy eIvYNt ‘c hfjLr hoey.
8 meI nUM, istI dy ibjLns spOtlfeIt pRogrfm dy aDIn istI kONsl ny konyar eyrIal PfeIr
With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend who peacefully passed on to Waheguru’s embrace.
Please join us in celebrating her life
Fraser River Funeral Home
2061 Riverside Road, Abbotsford Sunday, June 15th, 2025 12:00 pm
Gurdwara Khalsa Diwan Society 33094 South Fraser Way Bhog of Sri Sehaj Paath Sahib & Antim Ardaas 2:00 pm
In Loving Memory of Gurbakhsh Singh Narang
Dhudike
August 11, 1931 – June 10, 2025
afp jI nUM bVy duKI ihrdy nfl sUicq kIqf jFdf hY ik sfzy ipafry aqy siqkfrXog bIjI 6 jUn nUM akfl clfxf kr gey hn.
AuhnF df aMqm sMskfr PryjLr irvr iPAUnrl hom 2061 irvrsfeIz roz qy 15 jUn 2025 nUM dupihr 12 vjy hovygf.
ies AuprMq AuhnF dI afqimk sLFqI leI rwKy gey sihj pfT df Bog aqy aMqm ardfs gurduafrf Kflsf dIvfn susfietI aYbtsPorz ivKy dupihr 2 vjy hovygI.
Please join us as we celebrate the life of an exceptional man, husband, father grandfather and great grandfather. Son or late Bhagat Singh Narang and Harnam Kaur Narang
Sunday June 15, 2025 at 3 pm Fraser River Funeral Home 2061 Riverside Road, Abbotsford, BC
Followed by Bhog and Antim Ardass at 4:30 at Khalsa Diwan Society Gurdwara 33094 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC
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• Casual evening to connect with the Abbotsford physician community.
• Build relationships and meet the next generation of physicians.
• Ideal for R1s, R2s, Preceptor & Medical Students!
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Annual Archway Charity Golf Tournament Tees Off June 24th to Support Vital Community Programs
The Archway Community Services Charity Golf Tournament returns for its 8th year on Tuesday, June 24th along with an outstanding fundraising auction and 50/50 raffle.
The annual event brings together community members and local businesses for a day of golf, giving, and goodwill all in support of vital programs and services that serve individuals and families across Abbotsford.
“Our community's generosity fuels our work at Archway. Over the past eight years we have raised more than $443,000 in support of the 90+ programs that Archway provides. Whether that be supporting newborn babies to seniors, helping those impacted by domestic violence or struggling with mental health issues, addressing food security and homelessness or helping refugees and newcomers settle and build a life in the Fraser Valley. This year, we intend to boost the total raised well past the half million-dollar mark!”
said Jacky Gill, Archway Board Member & Golf Committee Chair.
Funds raised through the tournament will support key programs such as Immigrant Youth Services, Meals on
Wheels and the Community Van. The Archway Food Bank, Family Centre and Foundry will be featured on course along with supporting hole sponsors.
Mike Gibson, a realtor with Sutton Group WestCoast Realty shared why they are returning as the title sponsor for the fifth year, "in our daily travels as Realtors, we see many diverse needs in the community. Archway gives us the opportunity and the means to help support the needed programs in the region. We are very pleased to give back to the Fraser Valley in this way."
The associated 50/50 raffle gives participants the opportunity to win up to $10,000 if all tickets are sold. The online auction offers participants the opportunity to win a unique array of items from local restaurants, businesses and retailers.
Raffle tickets can be found at Archway. ca/Raffle and auction items can be found at Archway.ca/Auction. Both will close after the tournament on June 24th at 7:30pm.
The event, presented by Sutton Group WestCoast Realty and supported by the Abbotsford Canucks, will take place at the Ledgeview Golf and Country Club.
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Environment and Climate Change
Canada (ECCC) has issued special weather statements for several parts of the province, including the Fraser Valley. This is not a Heat Warning or an Extreme Heat Emergency in the BC Heat Alert Response System, but we will experience the first stretch of high temperatures of the season.
Fraser Health encourages people to take steps to reduce heat-related risks, and emphasize water safety, as they seek to cool off in rivers and streams and at beaches throughout the region.
Now is a good time to begin preparing for possible heat warnings and extreme heat events this summer.
Preparing for hot weather
The first high temperatures of the season can lead to some people overheating because they are not yet accustomed to warmer weather. There are some basic steps you can take to ensure you and your family remain safe and healthy during warmer temperatures.
Keep a thermometer somewhere it is easy to monitor so you know when your home is getting too hot. Health risks due to heat can increase at indoor temperatures of 26°C and higher and sustained indoor temperatures over 31°C can be unsafe.
Identify a cooler space in your home and prepare it so you can stay there at night, if possible. You may need to change daily living arrangements; consider staying with friends or family. Use awnings, shutters, blinds, or curtains over your windows to keep the sun out during the day.
Shut windows and close curtains or blinds during the heat of the day to block the sun and to prevent hotter outdoor air from coming inside. Open doors and windows when it is cooler outside to move that cooler air indoors.
Remember that fans do not cool the air or your body and should not be used as the main source of cooling.
Preparing for Summer Weather
If you have an air conditioner, make sure it works and use it to cool your home.
If it is challenging to cool your home, find an air-conditioned space or shaded outdoor location close by where you can cool off. Consider places in your community to spend time such as libraries, community centres, movie theatres, shopping malls, or recreation spaces including the ocean, rivers or lakes. Stay for a long period of time to cool your core body temperature.
The BC Centre of Disease Control (BCCDC) also has a broad range of heat-related information on its website, including information on the different types of heat alerts, how to prepare for warmer temperatures, symptoms of heat-related illnesses, those most at risk during warmer weather, and ways to stay cool.
Who is most at risk?
It is important to monitor yourself and family members, and to consider developing a check-in system for neighbours and friends who are at higher risk during warmer weather. The most susceptible individuals include:
Older adults
people who live alone
people with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, depression, or anxiety
people with pre-existing health conditions (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disease)
people with substance use disorders
people with disabilities or limited mobility
people who are marginally housed people who work in hot environments
people who are pregnant infants and young children
Your health:
Stay in cool spaces as much as possible.
Spray your body down with water, wear a damp shirt, take a cool shower or bath, or sit with part of your body in water to cool down if you are feeling too hot.
Drink plenty of water and other liquids to stay hydrated, even if you are not feeling thirsty.
Take it easy, especially during the hottest hours of the day.
When outdoors, stay in the shade and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or more.
Signs of overheating include feeling unwell, headache, and dizziness. Take immediate action to cool down if you are overheating.
It is important to remember that overheating can quickly lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Signs of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, severe headache, muscle cramps, extreme thirst, and dark urine. If you are experiencing these symptoms, seek a cooler environment, drink plenty of water, rest, and use water to cool your body.
Signs of heat stroke include confusion, fainting or decreased consciousness, or high body temperatures that cannot be lowered.
Heat stroke is a medical emergency.
Water safety and beach water quality
The warmer weather will also cause rapid snow melt, leading to high rivers and streams throughout the province, so please keep water safety in mind.
Where to get care
In the event of a medical emergency, British Columbians are advised to call 9-1-1. However, it is also important to use these systems responsibly to avoid overwhelming the system. Ahead of the busy summer months, BC Emergency Health Services, in partnership with ECOMM, is reminding British Columbians to only dial 9-1-1 for serious or life-threatening injuries. When to call 9-1-1:
In general: when there is chest pain, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, severe burns, choking, convulsions that are not stopping, a drowning, a severe allergic reaction, a head injury, signs of a stroke, a major trauma.
More specifically related to hot weather: very hot and red skin, severe headache, confusion, unsteadiness, extreme thirst, nausea/vomiting, and dark or no urine are signs of dangerous heatrelated illness.
If you have a less urgent health issue:
You can call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 and speak with a nurse or go to an urgent care centre or clinic if you can do so safely. That way, emergency medical dispatch staff and paramedics will be available for people who need their services the most.
There are also online tools at healthlinkbc.ca, including a “Check Your Symptoms” tool.
In the Fraser Health region, call Fraser Health Virtual Care at 1-800-314-0999 to speak with a registered nurse from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. seven-daysa-week.
There are also online tools at healthlinkbc.ca including a “Check Your Symptoms” tool.
More information can be found in B.C.’s Extreme Heat Preparedness Guide and fraserhealth.ca/sunsafety.
About Fraser Health:
We recognize that Fraser Health provides care on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
Fraser Health is dedicated to serving all Indigenous people, and honours the unique cultures of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit living within the Fraser Salish region.
Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities.
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Be cautious about what you bring to an end or the way in which you go about winding something up, especially if you think it will open up more choices. The situation will have to be revisited mid April next year. Other things would have changed by then. It might be wiser to let things take their own course right now.
Something that started off as a small thing when it comes to helping out somebody else that seems to keep on growing would be best dealt with now, especially if it is turning into a habit or interfering with your regular routines. It has probably taught you to take more notice of what is important to you, rather than getting distracted..
New directions involving other people can be smooth running if things are done their way. While there might be a lot in common, their determination might clash with yours. If you have been attempting to come to an agreement, this might need to be left for now and revisited mid April as things will likely have changed by then.
Something is winding up on a personal level perhaps in ways you were not expecting that is generating thought of all sorts of possibilities in the long term. Someone can play a powerful role here. However it is to eventually settle will not become evident until January to April next year. Meanwhile just go with the flow.
You can have success in getting something out of the way that has been on your mind for a while but the energy just hasn’t been there. Not that you will feel overly energised just yet. It is more a realisation that time is running out. You know you will feel a lot better once this is done, especially if others have a good view of it.
Something needs to be put into place once and for all so that you know what needs to be spent rather than other things coming up all the time. Whatever you do now can create changes that may not be fully implemented until next year, between January and April. You need to be straightforward and practical with any discussions.
There can be a willingness to let something go that has been a personal priority but doesn’t fit well with someone else. It will be more important to establish underlying stability in situations involving others. This can be temporary as other opportunities to focus on your wishes will arise next year from January to April. Patience can pay off.
The New Moon this week occurs in your sign providing you with the opportunity to generate changed directions on a personal level. Anything that has not been heading in the direction you had hoped might be better let go right now. Becoming more practical can appeal to you, especially when it comes to stability with finances.
There can be new directions building up in the background that will provide the opportunity to put a stable foundation in place. This is likely tied into the decisions of somebody else and something may need to wind up so they can take the next step. There could be more than one stage of development attached to this as well.
Changes in somebody else’s life may make you realise things are moving on and it will not be the same for you. This is encouraging you to think about what is important to you. It can actually be freeing you up to do so. This is a first stage. New people can come into your life, especially from January to April next year.
It might be time to develop a new attitude when it comes to commitments or obligations in your life, especially if they affect your finances. If you have accepted things without thinking, you could recognise this has to stop. This can only happen when you take the time to analyse what you can realistically manage and follow through.
New possibilities in the long term can begin to feel more probable or realistic. This could leave behind a level of personal doubt or insecurity. This can be tied to you becoming more aware of what has been important for a long time but needs to be modified in some way for the future. The second stage can occur January to April next year.
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People urged to prepare as warming temperatures increase wildfire, drought risk
With warmer, drier conditions expected to increase across B.C., people are advised to stay prepared for climate-related emergencies.
“As temperatures rise, so does the risk of wildfire and prolonged drought throughout B.C.,” said Kelly Greene, Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness.
“The Province stands ready to support communities and people during an emergency, and I urge people to take action now to increase their household preparedness. Visit PreparedBC.ca for information on how to prepare for common hazards such as heat and wildfire.”
People are encouraged to prepare grab-and-go bags, create an emergency and evacuation plan, create an Emergency Support Services profile through their B.C. Services Card app and ensure they have renter’s or homeowner’s insurance for their property.
If you are placed under evacuation alert for any reason, you should immediately:
Get prepared to leave your home on short notice.
Get your grab-and-go bags ready (which should include several days of clothing, food, water, toiletries and medication), as well as your emergency plan, copies of important documents (including renters and home insurance) and important mementos.
Listen to local emergency officials for further information on the situation.
If you are placed under evacuation order for any reason, you must:
Leave the area immediately.
Follow the directions of local emergency officials and evacuate using the route(s) they have identified.
Do not return home until you have been advised that the evacuation order has been rescinded.
In the event of an evacuation, Emergency Support Services will be available to provide temporary support to people who don’t have resources to meet their basic needs, such as accommodation, clothing and food.
Wildfire preparedness
Warm and dry conditions are expected throughout the province this month, and with that comes an elevated risk of wildfire. Northeastern B.C. is continuing to experience prolonged drought and is expected to remain at high risk for wildfire this summer.
Regardless of where people live or travel in B.C., it’s critical that everyone does their part to reduce the risk of wildfire. People are urged to be aware of their local fire danger, including open burning prohibitions and report wildfires on the BC Wildfire app or by calling *5555.
“It has been an intense start to the wildfire season across Canada, but I am incredibly proud of our BC Wildfire Service. BCWS has been there for our neighbours while also keeping us safe here at home,” said Ravi Parmar, Minister of Forests. “Summer is nearly here, and with it will come wildfires. It’s a tough season ahead for communities here in B.C., but know that we will have your back. Your role is to stay informed, prepared and FireSmart.”
The Province is working to keep communities safe by focusing on all four phases of emergency management: prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. BC Wildfire Service is a year-round operation that enables: out of province deployment to assist partner agencies; improved firefighter recruitment, training and First Nations boot camps;
wildfire-prevention work including cultural and prescribed burning;
expanded BCWS contract opportunities for heavy equipment and aerial support; and,
incorporating new technologies to better support firefighting.
Drought preparedness
In addition to wildfire risk, the Province is also closely monitoring key indicators of drought risk, including snowpack. The River Forecast Centre’s latest snowpack survey, released on June 9, shows B.C.’s overall snowpack is at 44% of normal. Low snowpack, early snowmelt and warm seasonal weather forecasts point to the potential for elevated drought this summer. While these are important early indicators, rainfall in the coming weeks will also be a key factor in how drought conditions evolve throughout the province.
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Drought levels measure the severity of dryness and are updated weekly on the B.C. Drought Information Portal. This year, the drought portal features monitoring summaries, providing an overview of B.C.’s current drought conditions, impacts and outlook.
People, communities and businesses are encouraged to take steps to use water more efficiently and prepare for potential drought conditions.
“Drought affects the well-being of people, businesses, wildlife and ecosystems that rely on healthy watersheds,” said Randene Neill, Minister of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship. “By staying informed, planning ahead and conserving water, we can work together to safeguard both our communities and the environment.”
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We are happy to share that at W. A. Fraser Middle School grade 8 classes and Equity Leadership League, which includes students from grades 6-8, have launched the filming of our William A. Fraser Middle School Empowering Voices and Building Connections Community Video Project. The turnout was fantastic with over 300 submissions by our students and special guests joining us at W. A. Fraser Middle School over our two film days. Mr. Leinweber, Ms. Christian, Ms. Sidhu and Ms. Pestana’s Grade 8 classes are leading this Empowering Voices and Building Connections Community project with their teacher guidance. Each student was asked in October 2024 to select a teacher that made a difference in their life from kindergarten on. Each student was also asked to select a family connection that also made a difference in their life. Students discussed what someone having a positive difference in their life could look like. It may be everyday care or one moment during in their lives in which this person stood out and helped them. Students began to understand that each are equally important and should be honoured. Students also discussed and researched community members roles and contributions such as the role of a paramedics, police officers and many more. Students learned that they even if they had not yet personally met these community members it would be just as important to share with them how they have made a difference in the lives of students. This is how the uplifting others, building connections and empowering student voices community project began... Next student wrote paragraphs explaining how and why this educator, community member or family member made a difference in their life.
Mrs. Sidhu shared that, “Our goal as a school staff is to inspire and empower students to take positive actions to uplift others and build a stronger Abbotsford.” One of our grade 6 students who is interested in becoming a videographer also joined in to shadow the film crew to learn how it all works.
This project involved a lot of thought, care and self reflection for our students and special guest as it captured their voices and was rooted in their lived experiences. Special guests included Superintendent Nosek, Mayor Siemens, Board Chair Shirley Wilson, Constable Dixon from the Abby PD, Parents, Noon hour supervisors, Principal Ian Levings, W. A. Fraser Middle School staff, principals and teachers from across Abbotsford district
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including Mr. Colbert, Ms. Magis, Mr. Czander, Ms. Gordan, Ms. Sterrett, Ms. Arnold and many more guests. Our W. A. Fraser students that participated on film day included students who recorded their voices in both English, Farsi and Pashto.
By participating in this project the W. A. Fraser Middle School students have an opportunity to experience the importance of giving back to our community. By bringing community and schools closer together our hope is that our W. A. Fraser students inspire others students to get involved in creating projects like this. The students at W. A. Fraser Middle School view themselves as positive agents of change in our community. At W.A. Fraser Middle School, we focus in on students developing a strong sense of community and forging connections with community members in Abbotsford.
We as a school were humbled by the turnout and honored to celebrate the participation of community members. families and students. The William A. Fraser Empowering Student Voices and Building Connections Community Video Project allows students and community members to create bridges of understanding between people with different lived experiences.
A grade 8 student, Seerat, shared that, “This project is important to me because it allows us as students to take a moment to thank those that may not even know how they have made a difference in our lives. It also captures so many student voices saying thank you in so many different ways.”
A grade 7 student, Mirabella, shared that, “I am excited to let my former teacher know how she made a tremendous difference in my life. At Fraser Middle School we have learned a lot about the importance of uplifting others and giving gratitude. I will remember to do this for the rest of my life.”
The students are excited to plan a special day where they with their teachers help invite participants in for a Video Reveal Celebration Day this June. Stay tuned for the date. A tremendous thank you to W. A. Fraser Middle School staff and Principal Levings for planning and creating such an inspiring experiential learning project for students. A special thank you to Tim Horton’s for sponsoring the event. A special thanks to alumni from middle school Anshdeep and Angela Sharda for their leadership in this project.
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