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bans harm reduction measures such as needle exchanges, medical marijuana dispensaries or supervised injection sites. “As long as the bylaw is on the books, my clients rights are being infringed,” he said. “I don’t have the sense there is a lot of urgency on the city’s part to do this.”

group of Abbotsford youth who wants to reflect their community’s diversity of sexuality and gender will host the city’s first Fraser Valley Pride event this Saturday. John Kuipers, of the Fraser Valley Youth Society, said the Pride celebration was a natural evolution from the group’s previous annual event, Walk Away from Homophobia. The FVYS, which has held the walk for five years, now wants to fulfill the need for a full-scale event. “The message we received from our community and youth was that we don’t want to be labeled as victims,” said Kuipers. “We are celebrating Pride and recognizing the diversity within all us, rather than focusing on homophobia.” The aim of the day long event is to encourage a more inclusive community for LBGTQ (lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, queer) youth, their friends and supporters in a city often stereotyped as the Lower Mainland’s Bible Belt. “Abbotsford often gets a bad rap for being a narrow minded community but it’s not necessarily true,” said Kuipers. Since 2008, the FVYS has seen a growth in community support and fairly positive response by the general public to its efforts although there are exceptions. “Of course there are those who are vocal against what we’re doing,” he said. “As the years go along, it’s the

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The Pivot Legal Society and the BC/Yukon Association of Drug War Survivors gathered at city hall Tuesday to announce they are filing a human rights complaint and a civil lawsuit against Abbotsford for its anti-harm reduction bylaw. Barry Shantz, right, of Drug War Survivors said the bylaw endangers lives.

Drug users launch lawsuit ROCHELLE BAKER Abbotsford Times

Take aim at Abbotsford’s anti-harm reduction bylaw

plaint and a civil lawsuit against the municipality in B.C. Supreme Court. Pivot lawyer Scott Bernstein said legal proceedings would go forward despite Abbotsford city council’s recent decision to amend the controversial 2005 bylaw banning harm reduction services. Council directed staff on March 25 to remove language in the bylaw around harm reduction, following

Vancouver legal advocacy group is backing a lawsuit by drug users against the City of Abbotsford around its anti-harm reduction bylaw. Pivot Legal Society held a rally at Abbotsford city hall Tuesday afternoon to announce it’s helping three injection drug users and the BC/Yukon Association of Drug War Survivors file a human rights com-

years of pressure from the Fraser Health Authority and the Abbotsford chapter of the Drug War Survivors. However, the timeline for the bylaw change is vague and the city has dragged its feet for three years since receiving a written request from Fraser Health to review the matter in 2010, said Bernstein. Meanwhile, the Charter rights of illegal drug users to access health care are violated by the bylaw that

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ess than a week after fire tore through The Willows apartments in Mission on Friday, the majority of the 50 or so displaced low-income tenants already found new accommodations by Tuesday, in a large part due to the efforts of their landlord, Steve Yap. “As of Tuesday about 80 per cent had commitments by managers of other buildings” in Mission, said Yap. “Most of the managers also stepped up to fast track people through background checks. They usually take five business days, to do credit checks, criminal checks.” None of the tenants had fire insurance, and many are on social assistance. To help them get through the social assistance red tape faster,Yap provided security deposit cheques directly to about a dozen of the displaced tenants so they can get into their new homes. Several others asked him to direct the security deposits directly to the new landlords, “because they were afraid they might spend it, or buy alcohol,” he said Wednesday. Yap also rented the recently vacated NDP campaign office at 33128 First Avenue to be a staging area for people who wish to donate good quality used household items and furniture to the fire victims. Those who wish to donate items can make inquiries at Belle’s Sports on First Avenue, which is also owned by Yap. The cause of the early Friday morning fire “was human failure,” said Mission Fire Rescue deputy chief Larry

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Mission firefighters regroup after battling a blaze at The Willows last Friday. The community has stepped up to help the 50 or so low-come residents were left without homes, said deputy fire chief Larry Watkinson. Watkinson. There were reports of a small fire burning inside unit 16, in the southeast corner on the second floor, which was moved out to the balcony where the individual then lost control of the blaze. From there the fire moved quickly through the building, estimated to be 40 years and which had “a lot of void spaces,” Watkinson said. While there were reports the building didn’t have fire alarms, Watkinson said the building was inspected every six months and had passed the minimum fire code recently. “Steve (Yap) was working with fire inspectors to keep it up to code. At the time of the inspection, there were smoke alarms in the units and the fire alarms did function,” he said. “But that doesn’t mean that residents won’t go and take batteries out of alarms in their units.” He said on the night of the fire there were smoke alarms sounding, but as

the flames progress through a building, it was likely they were compromised. The complex was insured for $2.5 million but the total damage was still unknown on Wednesday. Watkinson estimated at least 60 per cent was damaged and in his opinion “was not inhabitable.” Yap expected some first-floor residents would be allowed back into the building this week to retrieve any salvageable belongings, but no one will be allowed to enter the second floor units for safety reasons. He planned to provide the returning tenants with flashlights and garbage bags. Watkinson noted that fire services and volunteers provided services to the fire victims “beyond the normal scope.” The emergency social services director, for example, managed to get an extra two days of emergency shelter paid for by the province, “which is unheard of,” said Watkinson.

He commended volunteers from ESS, (coordinated under the purview of the fire service), the Red Cross, Mission Victim Services, the Salvation Army and the firefighters. He calculated they had put in more than 357 hours of volunteer time in the last few days. Twenty-eight Red Cross and ESS volunteers used fire service vans to drive fire victims around the community on Monday to view apartments, and ferried them to and from Walmart to get some basic supplies. “I think they did a first-class job,” he said. “These volunteers left their families to spend the long weekend to help these people. Their hearts are huge.We could not do this work for the community without the volunteers.” Watkinson also commended Yap “He’s been very cooperative with the fire officials, and responsive to the needs of the victims. He has really stepped up here,” he said.

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till recuperating from a busy weekend tending to The Willows apartment fire victims, the Mission Fire Rescue Service faced another challenging fire outbreak Tuesday afternoon, as a fallen hydro line ignited an underground natural gas main, leaving 3,300 residents without power and forcing the evacuation of a neighbourhood. A report about downed power lines and a hydro pole on fire at the corner of Stave Lake Road and Parr Street came in to the MFRS at about 12:30 p.m. A branch had brought the power line down on the metal stop sign

Neighbourhood evacuated, 3,300 without power below, which became energized and that in turn energized the metal natural gas pipe buried several inches underground, said deputy fire chief Larry Watkinson. Eventually the energized gas pipe failed, and as the gas began to seep through the ground, it caught fire. “It was arcing and sparking, it was arcing underground. It was not a little fire. There were pockets of flames coming out at different locations (from the ground),” Watkinson said. When the flames wouldn’t be doused with water, crews realized there must be gas, and BC Hydro and gas utility Fortis were called in, he said.

Nineteen homes in the vicinity were evacuated at 5:30 p.m., a safety perimeter was established and an emergency response shelter was set up at Mission Leisure Centre for residents if it was needed. The MFRS set up a level one emergency operation at the main fire hall along with a unified command team that coordinated the various responders. Equipment had to brought in from other points in the Fraser Valley. At one point, RCMP also helped out to escort a flatbed truck with muchneeded equipment get through congested traffic in Coquitlam. While there were engine crews on

site, Watkinson said there were 25 firefighters on standby at the main hall. “We worked pretty seamlessly. In my experience it was a highly co-ordinated effort. We all worked together successfully to mitigate the serious damage that could have happened,” said Watkinson. “It was another exciting day.” Residents were allowed back into their homes by 11 p.m. BC Hydro reports about 3,300 customers were without power for several hours. Fortis crews were expected to replace the damaged gas pipeline on Wednesday.

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Looking for other victims ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

n Abbotsford man has been charged with a number of child pornography offences and police are looking to speak to possible victims. Sean Joshua LeBlanc, 22, is charged with the possession as well as the importation or distribution of child pornography and luring a child under the age of 16, said Const. Ian MacDonald. Investigators want to speak with anyone with information about the charges against

22-year-old Abbotsford man charged with child porn offences and luring

LeBlanc, said MacDonald. They also want to determine if there are any local victims among the images seized in the case, he said. “The best way to get to that information, other than painstakingly identifying all the youth in the photos, is to ask the question locally,” said MacDonald. “We cannot preclude the possibility of other victims; therefore, we are encourag-

ing anyone with information about other incidents and offences to come forward as well.” The charges against LeBlanc are the end result of an investigation that began in January 2013, said MacDonald. LeBlanc was red flagged by law enforcement officers conducting online investigations into child sexual abuse images on the Internet.

When it was determined LeBlanc hailed from Abbotsford, the APD was contacted to do the follow up investigation, said MacDonald. LeBlanc is scheduled to appear in Abbotsford provincial court on June 3. ■ To contact Abbotsford Police Department call 604859-5225 or text at abbypd (222973).

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Female warden broke barriers Former Mission warden Brenda Marshall fondly remembered

renda Marshall, the first female warden at the medium security Mission Institution, and at several other federal prisons, passed away May 20. She will be remembered on May 24 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Mission. Marshall’s career in corrections began in the 1970s with her studies at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, which led her to work with the John Howard Society, which had hired only males to that point. That was only the beginning of a number of firsts for Marshall, who was hired in a series of positions not previously held by women in corrections.

Marshall was the first woman to work inside Regina Provincial Correctional Centre, the first female parole officer hired to work in Saskatchewan, first female living unit development officer at Kent Institution, first female head living unit at Kent Institution, first female Warden at Kent, Mission, Elbow Lake and Mountain Institutions. Marshall was Mission-based LINC’s (Long-Term Inmates Now in The Community) first CSC Regional champion before she retired from the Correctional Service of Canada in 2005 and was the board chairperson of LINC until the time of her passing. Family, friends, colleagues will remember Marshall at a celebration of life at 11 a.m. on May 24 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Mission. Long-time friend and colleague, Gerwyn Mills, will emcee the celebration. – CHRISTINA TOTH

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n Abbotsford woman is in stable condition after being hit by a bus and airlifted to hospital on Tuesday afternoon. The woman was on the sidewalk in the 2300 block of McCallum at 4:45 p.m. when she somehow got in front of a transit bus headed northbound, said Const. Ian MacDonald. “Witnesses reported she was initially on the sidewalk,” he said, adding she wasn’t near a crosswalk. “But she either tripped or

stepped over the curb and ended up in front of the city bus.” Initially the woman, who appeared to have suffered head trauma and fractures to her limbs, was thought to have critical injuries. She was transported by ambulance to Abbotsford Regional Hospital before being airlifted to Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster. But hospital updates suggested her condition is improving, said MacDonald.

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Injured in possible hit & run ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

n Abbotsford man was found badly injured in a possible hit-andrun Monday evening and police are asking the public for information. The victim, a 39-year-old South Asian man, was sprawled on the east shoulder of the 1800 block Peardonville Road when he was spotted by a passing driver at 5:30 p.m., Const. Ian MacDonald said. “He has numerous fractures head to toe, with the bulk of his injuries in

the lower body and mid-torso,” said MacDonald. “They are substantial injuries but not life-threatening.” The man was found on Peardonville not far from the intersection with Marshall Road that borders an industrial and agricultural area and is close to the Abbotsford airport, MacDonald said. There’s a lot of truck traffic in the area and it’s possible the driver of a larger commercial vehicle might be unaware he/she struck someone, he said. Investigators also hope to hear from

other drivers that may have observed a vehicle stopped or slowed in the area within the timeframe of the incident. “If you were driving that stretch of road and remember seeing the pedestrian, we’d like to hear from you,” MacDonald said. The man, who lives in the area and was out for a walk, was wearing a white shirt and beige pants. ■ Anyone with information about this incident should call the APD at 604-8595225 or text 222973 (abbypd).

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Guilt cracks statistical confidence limits Mea culpa. I have no truly honourable choice other than to admit my guilt. Indeed, I have to admit that I’m probably guiltier than most, because, while I am not a fullblown professional statistician, by any stretch of the imagination, my personal background gives me — or at least, it should give me — a slight leg up on most other people as ordinary as myself. From childhood, I always had an interest in and better than average understanding of mathematical concepts. And my post-secondary education included courses in statistical analysis, so I do have a basic understanding of the language of statistics (although “basic” really is the operative word, university was a long, long time ago). Unlike most people, who could not care less about such things, terms like standard deviation, random sampling and variances are not entirely foreign to me. Especially, I am fully aware of margins of error (which most people think they understand, but either they don’t, or they ignore them when consuming statistical information) and a nasty concept, confidence limits, that appears in nearly every poll you’ve ever read or heard — but hardly anybody ever explains what it means. Because it means virtually any poll could be meaningless — and in fact, statistically speaking, a certain percentage of polls

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Odd thoughts MUST be meaningless. Add that to my awareness of the weird polling results out of the Alberta election just a little while back, and some statistical nonsense that appeared in polling results in Quebec not terribly long ago. The bottom line is this: we in the media – and I have to add myself, in particular – should have been more careful about reporting and speculating on the indications arising out of the pre-election polling that seemed to indicate that the NDP was heading for a landslide victory on May 14. And that the BC Liberals were plunging over the edge of a political cliff and into oblivion. In our defence, it is not uncommon for political parties to disappear into the kind of political abyss that we were all predicting was about to engulf Christy Clark — and she did lose her own seat. I’ll admit that’s a pretty weak defence, however, considering that, other than Clark herself (who will undoubtedly graciously accept a seat that will be given up for her by one of her more successful minions

— also undoubtedly in return for some pretty extensive favours — because that’s the way party politics works), the BC Liberals, as a whole, fared reasonably well on election night. OK! More than reasonably well: they kicked the NDP’s butts. It’s even weaker when I consider that the BC Deputy Premier told me — two weeks before the election, and without a hint of irony in his voice — that his reading of the situation indicated the BC Liberals would win. And they did – in part because, among the many political and personal mistakes he has made along the road to his current unsuccess, Adrian Dix spent too much time patting himself on the back instead of formulating a real message for voters. In short, he overreached his confidence limit. In statistics, that’s the line that reads something like, “These results can be considered accurate within stated margins of error 19 times out of 20.” (Nineteen out of 20 is a pretty standard 95 per cent confidence limit.) While a lot of people take that to mean the polls are 95 per cent accurate, it really means one of every 20 polls result in meaningless results — like the ones before the election. My confidence limit has a crack in it. ◗ Bob Groeneveld is the editor of the Langley Advance.

he images of devastation out of Moore, Oklahoma this week catch at the heart. Children pulled out of a collapsed school. Entire neighbourhoods flattened. A barren, empty space where a daycare used to be. It is impossible to truly imagine the fear, worry and chaos of such a situation. While there is some relief that the reported death toll has decreased — 24 reported deaths as of press time, down from 51 — each of those numbers still represents a person who will be mourned by their loved ones and their community. Students have mentioned how teachers hurried them to the safest places in the building and protected them at the two schools hit by the mile-wide tornado. Though they had only 16 minutes’ warning, it is encouraging to hear that those in charge were prepared and did everything they possibly could to keep the children safe. This can serve as an important reminder to us all – including those of us who live in earthquake country. As unpredictable as these disasters can be, if we prepare in advance, lives can be saved. Families, students and coworkers will all be safer if we think on these unpleasant possibilities and prepare plans to get us through. B.C. Emergency Preparedness Week passed earlier this month without much fanfare, as the provincial election was set for the following week. But perhaps now we can take a moment to consider how ready we are for an earthquake, a fire or any of the other potential threats to our safety. There are many resources to help us plan – in Abbotsford, the city offers personal planning guides and more. For more information, go to www. abbotsford. ca/residents/public_safety/ emergency_ preparedness. We cannot plan for every eventuality, but we can strive to make ourselves and our loved ones as safe as possible.

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

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Fear of ‘Frankenfoods’ leads to march against Monsanto CHRISTINA TOTH CToth@abbotsfordtimes.com

ocal residents will join an international march on Saturday at Mill Lake to protest the biotech and chemical giant Monsanto and its influence on food crops. The marchers are specifically concerned about the prevalence of genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, that have found their way into many of

many of the foods found on grocery store shelves in the last 20 years since gene splicing has been used. “GMOs are in 80 per cent of what we eat, practically anything in a box — canola, soy, corn, cotton or sugar,” said one of the local march organizers, Katie Siegrist. It’s also in sugar beets, squash. “We actually don’t know the effects on people, but it’s in almost everything we eat.”

The biotech industry says the modified crops, such as those with seeds treated to resist Monsanto’s weed-killer, Roundup, are more resistant to disease and pests and therefore more efficient to grow. But GMO opponents raise questions about the longterm effects on other plants in the environment, and on the animals that consume the products, like humans. Recent studies in France suggest a link

between cancers and organ damage and a long-term diet of GMO foods, said Siegrist. GMOs are in the local corn fed to dairy cattle as well as the popular local sweet corn grown for human consumption, she said. Despite the unknowns, genetically modified foods are increasingly prevalent in our diet without the consumers’ knowledge, Siegrist said. To date up 61 countries

Inter-city transit priority for de Jong CHRISTINA TOTH CToth@abbotsfordtimes.com

hile Abbotsford’s newest government representatives were elected just a week ago, they have some plans for their constituencies. During the election campaign, Abbotsford West MLA Mike de Jong pledged to pursue better public transit options, one that may include a light rail connection to the Abbotsford International Airport. “I see the Abbotsford airport as a sort of depot, for light rail that would connect to SkyTrain. That’s obviously a longer term project – that’s an idea that’s in a very early

conceptual stage,” he said Thursday. More immediately attainable possibilities could be improved inter-city transit service connecting eastern Fraser Valley communities to established links in the west. For those without a personal vehicle, it’s difficult and costly to travel between Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Agassiz in the east, and to connect to Aldergrove, Langley and the SkyTrain network to the west, he said. “I wanted to provide a particular focus on that,” said de Jong. One option would be a rapid bus along the freeway between the communities. “From the point of view of

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the university and of health care, people need to get back and forth efficiently and reliably,” he said. De Jong was most recently finance minister, but said he’s “willing and ready to do what the premier asks him to do.” Simon Gibson, the new Liberal MLA in AbbotsfordMission, said he hopes to get more funding for the University of the Fraser Valley, which has campuses in both communities. “There is a pent-up need for more student spaces – that’s an area I’d like to pursue within the constraints of the budget,” said Gibson,

who taught business communications at UFV for several years. And he’s already talked with Mission mayor Ted Adlem about diverting the provincially-managed Lougheed Highway off First Avenue as the district works to reinvigorate its downtown retail core. “I’ve agreed with the mayor I’d take on that project. It’s going to take some engineering,” Gibson said. In Abbotsford South, rookie Liberal MLA Darryl Plecas said he’s keen to get working on issues in agricultural and heath care. “I can’t wait to get started. I’m going to make s…. happen,” he said laughing.

around the globe have either banned GMO crops or require labels on foods containing them, as many European countries have done, but that is not required in Canada, she said. Siegrist said she’d like Canada to change its regulations to at least require GMOs foods to be listed on labels. Siegrist became interested in the issues surrounding genetically modified foods a year ago,

when her daughter was born. “I’m worried that she may die before I do, because of all the unknown effects of GMOs,” she said. As of Tuesday, more than 260 people said they would be at the march. It starts Saturday at 11 a.m., from the wooded area at Mill Lake Park, just south of the Sevenoaks Shopping Centre parking lot, along South Fraser Way to Abbotsford city hall.

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which residents argued was experiencing rapid population growth. Abbotsford Police Deputy Chief Rick Lucy said given modern technology and policing protocols, residents wouldn’t necessarily be better served by having a station in the community. The response time to calls was based on the urgency of the incident, rather than proximity to a station, he said. Fire Chief Don Beer said a new hall in the area would cost the city $700,000 to secure the required land and another $1.5 million to construct the building, not including the costs of staffing. However, response times by AFRS in Bradner and west Abbotsford have improved with the opening of the new fire hall on Blueridge Drive, said Beer.

One resident expressed outrage that the rail activity in the area already prevented his family from sleeping and it would only get worse if the application was successful. Other residents also noted that traffic along the rural roads, particularly by trucks, was already at maximum capacity. Residents quizzed Abbotsford Police about enforcement issues and what the city could do around signage to foster compliance with truck routes and speed limits. Some people suggested traffic calming measures for roadways approaching schools and playgrounds. They also asked the fire and police departments if they planned to establish new halls or precincts in the area,

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A brighter future ahead should we embrace the faith of our fathers W

e of the older generations do our children and grandchildren a great disservice by not recounting to them how things “used to be.” Without such knowledge they are almost bound to assume that the way life is today is the way it has always been and will probably continue to be. No wonder pessimism abounds among them. So how did it used to be in our fair land from the ’20s on to around the mid ’60s? Well for one thing, we were a much more lawabiding society then. Our forbears were God-fearing people who had been taught, and taught us the moral principles of the Bible, the Ten Commandments, as well as the teachings of Jesus. They also believed and taught us that we were not free to just live as we pleased because we were ultimately accountable to a higher authority, i.e. God. As a result, there was less crime. We never locked the doors of our house, even when no one was in. Later, when we had a car, we never locked it either, not at home nor downtown. Burglar alarms were unknown except in the bank and maybe the jewelry store. By and large children were taught to respect and obey their parents and to respect their elders, whether neighbours, teachers or the police. Most families were complete – father, mother and children. Single mothers were almost unknown, unless they were widows. Divorce was rare. That was something that only happened in Hollywood or high society Usually the only businesses that were open on Sunday were restaurants

BERT WARDEN

Faith that matters and the local hotel. Nobody complained about that because most everyone else had the day off. It was a family day. A lot of us also went to church and heard the Bible read, taught and sung about. Our cities were safer to live in also. My mother, sister and I lived for a year in Vancouver, then a city of 200,000-plus, and the streets there, with very few exceptions were safe, even at night. We kids walked five or six blocks to school every day with no concern. At 13 years of age I would take the streetcar and go downtown alone without a care.

“Usually the only businesses that were open on Sunday were restaurants and the local hotel. Nobody complained about that because most everyone else had the day off. It was a family day. A lot of us also went to church and heard the Bible read, taught and sung about.”

All the above is not to say that back then we were perfect. We were humans with all the accompanying faults and foibles. There was poverty, sickness and suffering. There were robberies and other crimes, even murders (but not many). There was

graft and corruption in government. But the scale of all these was so very much less than we see today. However, to the extent that we were obedient to God’s Word we experienced the blessing of His promise, “Blessed is that nation who’s God is the Lord.” As our society has become more and more rebellious to God’s moral commands we have more and more become what the Apostle Paul calls, “the slaves of sin,” and lawlessness has multiplied. Oh yes, we live much easier lives today that we did years ago. In general we are released from most backbreaking labour. We are richer, better housed and clothed, have better health care, paid vacations, more conveniences, more leisure and more entertainment. But, having lost our moral moorings we also live with more criminals and more crime – with street racing, road rage, home invasions, kidnappings, street gangs and school shootings – with pornography, promiscuous sex and rampant STDs – with broken families and myriad “divorce orphans.” Add to these, corporate corruption and political scandals at levels unheard of in our history and then tell me – is life really better now than it was then? This glimpse into how things “used to be” should teach us that obedience to the law of God and Jesus’ teachings are worth the effort, since it gave us a more tranquil society, fuller safer lives and more stable families. Isn’t it time we reembraced the faith of our fathers?

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The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth that has always been surrounded by religious myth and speculation. This lecture will offer an extended argument for the claim that the image on the Shroud of Turin depicts Jesus of Nazareth. Trinity Western University Professor of Philosophy, Phillip Wiebe is a noted Shroud of Turin expert and author of Religious Experience, Cognitive Science and the Future of Religion and Visions of Jesus Direct Encounters from the New Testament to Today.

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Thursday, May 16th, the MEI Chamber Choir performed three songs at the 24th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast presented by the Abbotsford Christian Leaders Network on May 16.

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Fraser Valley Youth Society’s Walk against Homophobia (above in 2012) has evolved into a Pride event. PRIDE, from page A1 positive experiences that stick with us and drive us to do the work. “But the more we can bring awareness in a positive light, the greater chance we have to bring visibility to those who are often invisible.” The FVYS hopes to see a large turnout from the community as well as the youths’ parents, family and community partners, said Kuipers. “It’s an open, community, family-friendly event and we hope everybody will come out with an open mind,” he said. People will have the opportunity to pose LAWSUIT, from page A1 When staff modifies the bylaw’s language, it still has to be presented again to council and undergo another public hearing, he added. Health care shouldn’t be subject to a “public vote” or influenced by the stigma against people who use drugs, he said. “Everyday [the bylaw] remains in place, people’s lives are at risk, and they risk catching deadly diseases and spreading those diseases to other people,” said Bernstein. Fraser Health data indicates Abbotsford has a high rate of hepatitis C infections, believed to be tied to addicts re-using dirty needles and crack pipes. The health authority has also argued harm reduction would decrease overdoses and allow outreach workers to connect with addicts and direct them to other programs, including detox and treatment. Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman has previously said he favours a change to the bylaw but that he wants more detox services from Fraser Health in exchange. Barry Shantz, of the B.C./Yukon Association of Drug War Survivors, questioned if the city actually intends to make changes to its antiharm reduction stance. “They won’t give us something without getting something in return. There’s no meaningful conversation with the city,” said Shantz. “It’s been three years since we first marched around here, and they have utterly failed to see they have caused unnecessary suffering and the spread of disease.” Along with amendments to the bylaw, staff

questions they might have to the FVYS. “We’ll do our best, based on our own knowledge to answer their questions, and hopefully eliminate stereotypes or myths about the LBGTQ community,” said Kuipers. ■ The Fraser Valley Pride starts with a parade leaving from Matsqui Recreation Centre, 3106 Clearbrook Rd. at 2:30 p.m. After arriving at Thunderbird Memorial Square at city hall, at 32315 South Fraser Way, a ceremony, speakers and a barbecue are set for 4 p.m. Later, a screening of the film She’s a Boy I Knew will be at 6 p.m. at MRC, to be followed by a panel discussion. For more information on the FraserValleyYouth Society visit fraseryouth.com. were directed to develop a good neighbour policy and agreement for needle exchange service providers to mitigate impacts on the community and address public nuisance, land use and law enforcement issues. Any organization distributing needles will also be required to provide other services. Abbotsford and other municipalities don’t have the right to limit or shape illicit drug users access to health care services, said Bernstein. “It is not up to the city to decide that people who use drugs are not entitled to health care that is readily available in other parts of the province,” he said. Other municipalities including Mission, Surrey and Coquitlam, have also enacted zoning bylaws to control the location of methadone dispensing sites. By pursuing the challenge, the society and plaintiffs hope to clarify harm reduction services are health care and outside of any municipality’s jurisdiction and zoning powers, said Bernstein. “A lot of these amendments are due to public outcry and NIMBYism, and we say that’s just wrong,” he said. “Health services should be decided by health care experts not by neighbours and politicians.” The amended bylaw and the good neighbour policy will be presented to council within the next few months, and the public hearing will be scheduled for the fall, according to city staff. No one from the City of Abbotsford was available to comment on the lawsuit.

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bbotsford’s warm-hearted mentor and women’s champion Pat Christie was named as the Myrtle Evertt Woman of the Year recipient on May 15. Christie has been successful in connecting immigrant women who are professionals with business leaders, who help mentor them in their fields. Her fearless to take risks and try new ideas, and relentless commitment to ensure the women maximize their opportunities for economic, social and political engagement, won over the independent judges. Christie was one of five women nominated this year for the Abbotsford Business and Professional Women’s annual award. Others included successful and supportive entrepreneurs Wendy McClelland and Wendy Neufeld, extraordinary volunteer Wendy Martin-Stroyan, and the executive director of the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, Vicki Raw. The award and ceremony was established in 1994 to recognize and honour local women for achievement in business or in a profession, for their positive influence on their community and as role models for other women. - STAFF REPORTER

he annual Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce annual Agriculture Bus Tour is a perennial favourite for the Fraser Valley business community, and is coming up next month on June 21. This is a chance for Chamber members and non-members to see how Abbotsford diverse agricultural sector contributes more than $1.8 billion for our city’s economy and generates more than 11,300 local jobs. Through the day, guest will find out what makes Abbotsford the agricultural capital of Canada by touring a variety of local agriculture businesses. In the morning, guests will climb aboard buses at Sevenoaks Shopping Centre, which

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Heppner lifts voice, and spirit

World-famous tenor praised for his sparkling dramatic sense CHRISTINA TOTH CToth@abbotsfordtimes.com

udiences in Abbotsford will soon have the rare opportunity to experience the voice of B.C.-born and raised Ben Heppner, recognized as the finest dramatic tenor before the public today. This gentle giant has performed on the great stages of the world, and now, on a tour through B.C., he will perform at the Abbotsford Arts Centre on May 27 at 7:30 p.m. Heppner excels in the most challenging roles, from Wagner’s Tristan and Lohengrin to Verdi’s Otello and Berlioz’ Aeneas. He is acclaimed in music capitals around the world for his beautiful voice, intelligent musicianship and sparkling dramatic sense. His performances on the opera stage, in concert with the world’s leading orchestras, in the most prestigious recital venues, and in recordings have set new standards in his demanding repertoire. Born in Murrayville, B.C., Heppner grew up in Dawson Creek, and began his musical education at the University of British Columbia, then later in Toronto.

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B.C.-born tenor superstar Ben Heppner will perform at the Abbotsford Arts Centre on May 27. Heppner has performed on some of the world’s great stages.

Gloria Dei Chorale – and ‘mirror-image’ twins perform bbotsford musician and conductor David Rushton will direct the 45-voice Gloria Dei Chorale, Canada West Chamber orchestra and soloists Andrea and Amaris in Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” as well as additional vocal duets with orchestra and joyful choral selections. Andrea and Amaris, identical twin sisters, reside and teach music in the Fraser Valley and have performed at numerous events in B.C., including 2010 Winter Olympics venues, as well as singing the national anthem at Vancouver Canucks and B.C. Lions’ games. Their sincere passion for the performance aspect of music led to university studies at Trinity Western University, where they received B.A. degrees in vocal performance. The fact that Andrea and Amaris are “mirror-image” identical twins (meaning that one is left-handed and the other right-handed)

enables them to blend their voices so perfectly that it is virtually impossible to distinguish one from the other. They enjoy exploring a diverse range of musical styles, and have succeeded in creating a one-of-a-kind sound through their incredible vocal flexibility, extensive ranges and beautiful harmonies. Their unique style combines a mix of pop, classical and gospel elements that appeals to audiences from many cultural backgrounds. The twins have released a total of four CDs including their latest, Live, recorded during a concert series at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. ■ This concluding concert of the Gloria Dei Chorale’s 2012-2013 season takes place May 24 at 8 p.m., at Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Rd., and May 25 at 8 p.m., New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 – 13th Ave., Burnaby. Tickets are $15, students/$10, children 11 and under free, at House of James, King’s Music, Bakerview Church and at the door.

As a young man, he first gained national attention in 1979 as the winner of the Canadian Broadcasting Company Talent Festival. In December 1998, CBC television’s Something Special featured Ben Heppner in an hour-long portrait of the artist. He is a 1988 winner of the Metropolitan Opera auditions and is both a Grammy award winner and a Juno award recipient. In 2002 Heppner was named an Officer of the Order of Canada. Today, Heppner performs at some of the most famous venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Berlin Philharmonic and Metropolitan Opera, alongside the opera world’s greatest singers. It is at The Met that Heppner will once again join with James Levine for a performance of Tristan and Isolde, which will be simulcast in movie theatres throughout North American and the United Kingdom. The current B.C. recital tour is part of Heppner’s annual commitment to perform in Canada’s smaller centres from coast to coast. He begins his tour immediately after his triumphant appearance in his signature role of Tristan in Wagner’s Tristan and Isolde at the Houston Grand Opera. The Valley Concert Society presents this special evening to celebrate 30 years of bringing fine music to the community. ■ A few tickets were still available for $50 at 604-859-5192, at Kings Music, the House of James or through the website.

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May 25, Corner Gas hero and Canadian comic Brent Butt is at the Clarke Foundation Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave., at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7, tickets at ticketmaster.ca.

Volunteers sought

The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society is in need of volunteers to help out in art classes at the centre. Contact ann@chilliwackculturalcentre. ca or call 604-392-8000, ext. 103.

Watercolour show

From May 21 – May 31, the Fraser Valley Watercolour Society has its spring show, with opening reception 7 p.m. May 22 at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford. Show features Anne White, Barry Morris and Gerry Thompson. Enter for a free draw for an original watercolour on May 31 at 3 p.m.

Dewdney Fun House

May 25 Fun House plays at the Dewdney Pub from 8: 30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m., at 8793 River Road S., five minutes east of Mission, off the Lougheed Hwy. Call 604-826-4762. Also Sunday afternoon blues jam.

Young voices, art show

Young Voice and a Youth Art Show opens May 25, from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Mission Art Gallery, at 33529 First Ave., Mission. Call 604-826-0029 or see missionartscouncil.ca for more information.

June 1, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Calvin Dyck directs the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra in a presentation of Carmen & other works, including Shchedrin’s tongue in cheek The Carmen Suite, with Fraser Valley Academy of Dance. The evening will also include Barrage’s Texas Swing Singing in the Rain, Maple Sugar Rag and a solo by AYO principal bass Elih B, at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, (city hall) 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. For wheelchair seating, call 604-855-9696. Tickets: $20, $18, $10 at House of James, King’s Music.

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Dewdney Pub

June 16, David “Hurricane” Hoerl will perform at the Dewdney Pub from 8: 30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m., at 8793 River Road S., five minutes east of Mission, off the Lougheed Hwy. Call 604-826-4762.

Dewdney weeknights

Roger Potter hosts acoustic open mike Thursday at 7:30 p.m., DJ Whiskey Jack spins the music Fridays, and there is a blues jam Sundays from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. The historic Dewdney Pub five minutes east of Mission, just off Hwy 7, watch for the signs. 604-826-4762 for more info. Just like the ‘Yale’, but a lot closer!

Rule, Britannia!

June 9, the Fraser Valley Symphony with Lindsay Mellor conducting present a Rule, Britannia! concert at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Tickets are $16, seniors and students/$13, children 12 and under $6, at King’s Music, Tourism Abbotsford, Murdoch’s Book Shoppe in Mission and Act1 Music in Langley.

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Mission Folk Music Fest

July 25-28 is the 26th annual Mission Folk Music Festival at Fraser River Heritage Park. Watch for early bird tickets. Festival music camp run July 22-26. See more at missionfolkmusicfestival.ca.

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Aug. 15-17, Emerson Drive joins the country music lineup at the Rockin River threeday music festival at Mission’s raceway. Tickets on sale now, more details at rockinriverfest. com.

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Blue heron photos

Through May, the 130-hectare Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve hosts an exhibit of Garth White photos at its interpretation centre at 5200 Sumas Prairie, Chilliwack. Learn more at chilliwackblueheron.com or call 604-8236603 for more information.

Mission Art Gallery

Sandra McMartin Photography is now showing at the Mission Art Gallery, at 33529 First Ave., Mission. Call 604-826-0029 or see missionartscouncil.ca for more. The Nasser Ghaderi exhibit will open on June 15 from 1 – 4 p.m.

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Merv Tremblay and friends offer country, rock and blues Sundays from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Captain’s Cabin pub, 33331 Harbour Ave., Mission. Meat draw to benefit the food bank.

Sing along or listen to the ATones on Mondays, 1– 3 p.m., at the Abbotsford Seniors Association drop-in centre on Cyril Street. Call Ed at 604853-8624.

Duke of Dublin

Soak up live Celtic music at The Duke of Dublin Olde Irish Pub on Thursdays and Fridays, club nights on Saturdays at 33720 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. See dukeofdublin.com or call 604-746-2000.

Harrison arts fest

July 6-14, the Harrison Festival of the Arts features music, visual and literary arts, theatre, dazzling outdoor arts, craft market, workshops, children’s day in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs. See more

Young Voice and a Youth Art Show opens May 25, from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Mission Art Gallery, at 33529 First Ave., Mission. Call 604-826-0029 or see missionartscouncil.ca for more information.

Until May 28 the Kariton Art Gallery, 2387 Ware St., Abbotsford, presents Earth Water Sky in mixed mediums by Central Fraser Valley Graphic Guild. See abbotsfordartscouncil.org for hours.

Barbara Boldt

May 25, 26, Glen Valley artist Barbara Boldt promotes her new book Place of the Her Heart: The Art and Life of Barbara Boldt, at her studio 25340 84th Ave., Fort Langley.

ONT thank you picnic

June 8, the Opening Nite Theatre is 20 years old and to thank their patrons, they will hold a party for members, volunteers and supporters at Fraser River Heritage Park,

Mission starting at 3 p.m. Watch for details at openingnitetheatresociety.tripod.com

Valley Voice auditions

June 29, Valley Voices Vocal auditions are on at DMG 33783 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford, open to singers seven to 18 years old. See valleyvoicesvocalcompetition.com.

The Reach exhibits

Until June 30, How I became a Ramblin’ Man, a touring exhibit from Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal, internationally recognized Abbotsford artist Rodney Graham; Observation of Wonder by Brenna Maag, a two-part collection of recovered handmade doilies featuring a 9’ high dome with 700 doilies; A Way of Seeing by Alfred Siemens, photography out of the open door of a small plane. Also, People of the Valley Mennonite and Japanese, our community our stories. Entry is free. See more at www.thereach.ca or call 604864-8087.

Insight Out at Kariton

May 31 to June 25, the Kariton Art Gallery presents local artist Kathleen Menges’ Insight Out, an exhibit of abstract ‘meditative’ paintings in cold wax and oil mediums, which reflects on how intuition moves people into the creative process. Opening reception is June 2 from 1 – 4 p.m. at the gallery, 2387 Ware St., Abbotsford. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. weekends. Call 604-852-9358 or see abbotsfordartscouncil.org.

ONT in the summer

July 2 – 12 Mission’s Opening Nite Theatre has Acting Classes for Kids taught by Tony Loyer and Camille Atebe. Classes run July 2 to 12, Tuesday to Friday, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., with a performance on the last day starting at 6 p.m. Open to ages 6 to 13. Cost is $65. Actors will perform short plays of The Three Little Pigs and Hansel & Gretel. Register, at openingnitetheatre@ hotmail.com, or call Tony at 604-826-6107.

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Fraser Valley Magic Circle will be using the Opening Nite Theatre to present their Monday Magic Shows. Support your local magicians – ONT is at 33135 North Railway Ave., Mission. See also openingnitetheatresociety.tripod.com.

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ission is in for a South American treat, as the Kat Wahamaa from the Railtown Cultural Eclective presents The Blue Tango Tour — a collaboration between the celebrated Argentine tango singer María Volonté and California harmonica player Kevin Carrel Footer, this Sunday at 3:30 p.m., at the Fraser River Interpretive Centre (Harbour Building), 33428 Harbour Ave. This globe-trotting duo celebrates the deep spiritual bond that joins tango and the blues, two musical genres born in desire and marginality, many times censored yet always resurgent and speaking directly to our hungry souls. While female tango players are still uncommon, Volonté conquered the world of

tango with numerous award-winning CDs. Her current projects explore the fusion of Argentine music with other Latin American rhythms, jazz and the blues. A singer who combines the “earthiness of Edith Piaf with the sassiness of Eartha Kitt” (Jazz Perspectives), Volonté is a musical innovator who is willing to experiment. Footer learned to play harmonica while hitchhiking across the United States during his own pilgrimage to the delta of the Mississippi, birthplace of the blues. Later, exploring tango in Argentina, he lost himself in the milongas and cafés of Buenos Aires. ■ Doors at 3 p.m., show at 3:30. Tickets $18/$12 students. At Murdoch’s Bookshoppe, northerntickets.com or at 778-322-1596.

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Carrie Underwood at AESC milestone

he Abbotsford Sports & Entertainment Centre expects to welcome its one millionth fan into the arena during the wrap-up concert of the sold-out Carrie Underwood Blown Away Tour tonight. Not only will the lucky fan be listening to one of the top country music powerhouses of the day, they will receive a special prize package, said Jason Blumenfeld, Global Spectrum’s general manager for AESC. The package includes two tickets for a future AESC event, dinner for two at Ovations Food Services, an Abbotsford Heat flex ticket package for the 2013-14 season, Sleeman’s Breweries package, an Andrew Peller gift basket, a $100 Sevenoaks Shopping Centre gift certificate and a $50 voucher for Greek Islands Restaurant. The AESC opened its doors four years ago, and has seen a long list of top-notch performances by big names talents, such as

KISS, Disney on Ice, John Fogerty, John Mellencamp, Eric Church, Cirque du Soleil and others. The AESC is also home to the AHL’s Abbotsford Heat, who confirmed they’ll be back for the 2013-14 season. An American Idol winner Underwood, is the only solo country artist to have a No. 1 hit on Billboard Hot 100 Songs, and is the female country artist with the most No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs from 1991 to present, after her 12th number one hit in June 2012 broke her own Guinness Book record of 11, a record which she shared with Reba McEntire. Hunter Hayes is promoting his first album with his No. 1 gold and now platinum song Wanted, making Hunter the youngest male ever to have a No. 1 country song. The doors open tonight at 7 p.m., and the show will start at 7:30 p.m.

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May 23, the Mission Genealogy Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Contact missiongen@gmail.com or phone 604-820-5523 for details.

SPCA open house

May 25 from noon – 3 p.m. come down to SPCA and meet the animals at their open house. There will also be a barbecue at 3 4 3 1 2 I n d u s t r i a l W a y. Abbotsford. Call 604-8501584 for details.

German sing-along

May 25, the German Singalong will take place from 2 – 4. p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, corner Ware & Marshall. Everyone welcome. Call 604-859-0822.

Garage sale & pancakes

May 25, garage sale and pancake breakfast at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, 8469 Cedar St. Mission from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. rain or shine. Collectables, books, toys, house wares, bake table and sports items. Breakfast till 10 a.m. All are welcome.

Canadian history

May 27 Lifetime Learning Centre presents Canadian History Films at Carrington House, 32700 Seventh Ave., Mission, from 1:30 – 3 p.m. Fee for non-members is $10.

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

Garden tour

May 27 Lifetime Learning Centre presents a bus tour to Dr. Sun Yat Sen Gardens with optional lunch in Chinatown, Vancouver. Bus departs from 32444 Seventh Ave., Mission at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $40, guests $45. Register early at 604-820-0220.

Gestational diabetes

Women aged 19 – 35 years old who have had gestational diabetes are invited to attend classes to prevent future diabetes. Participants must not be pregnant or have diabetes. Six sessions offered in English or in Punjabi starting June 18. Childcare provided. Call Marcia Foreman at 604-851- 4700, ext. 646250.

Retired BCGE meet

M a y 2 7 , F r a s e r Va l l e y branch of the B.C. Government Retired Employees Association meet for lunch, 1:30 p.m. at Trinity Memorial United Church, 33737

G e o r g e F e r g u s o n Wa y, Abbotsford. Guest speaker is Dorothy Vanderree from MSA Museum. Call Jan at 604-850-3515.

Philosophers’ Café

May 28 Lifetime Learning Centre Philosophers’ Café discusses Canada’s military role in the world. Cedarbrooke Chateau, 32331 Seventh Ave., Mission, from 7 – 9 p.m. Fee: $5.

Vintage Tag Sale

June 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 102-31234 Wheel Ave., Abbotsford (at WestCoast Prehung Doors, across from Bent Nail Warehouse). If you love vintage items like linens, silver with a patina, house wares, quilts and furniture come find unique, one of a kind items. Items for the garden and plants will also be offered. Free admission.

Mission Book Club

June 3, the Mission Book

Club 7– 8 p.m. at Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., call 604-826-6610.

Book a librarian

June 6 from 2 – 4 p.m., you can book an expert for oneon-one half hour sessions, at the Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., to celebrate Seniors Week. Sessions are by appointment. Get details at 604-826-6610.

Alzheimer workshop

June 7, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. meets 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Garden Park Tower, 214-2825 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, for a workshop for family caregivers of people with dementia. Preregister at 604-859-3889.

Dewdney bus tour

June 7 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Lifetime Learning Centre bus tour to the Orthodox Monastery in Dewdney with morning Russian tea, a stop at the Inch Creek Hatchery, lunch at the Schnitzel House (optional), afternoon blackberry wine tasting at Kermode Wines. Pre-register at 604-820-0220. Cost is $25 members/$30 nonmembers.

Summer book sale

June 7 from noon to 4:30 p.m. and June 8, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., the Mission Library at 33247 Second Ave. has a sale of gently used books. Call 604-826-6610.

Preschool stories

Until June 27, stories, songs and more for preschoolers Wednesdays 10:30 –11 a.m., Abbotsford library, 33355 Bevan Ave., Thursdays 10:30 –11 a.m., Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way. Call 604-859-7814.

Clayburn museum

Saturdays the Clayburn Village Schoolhouse Museum is open for summer at 4315 Wright St., Abbotsford on Saturday afternoons, from noon to 3 p.m. Learn about B.C.’s first company town. See more at clayburnvillage. com or call 604-854-3960.

Learn to meditate

Relax and learn the path to inner peace at Dorjechang Buddhist Centre’s weekly meditation classes. Tuesdays at 7 – 8:30 p.m., at 106 – 31581 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, or Thursdays at Legal Grounds Coffee House, 33775 Essendene Ave., 7 – 8:30 p.m. See more at dorjechang.ca or call 604853-3738.

Pearys’ talk travel

June 11, former Abbotsford mayor George Peary and wife Sylvia talk about their travels and teaching in India, from 10 a.m. to noon, 35444 Seventh Ave., Mission. Fee is $10 for non-members.

Walk for ALS

June 15, the Peoples Drug

Mart Walk for ALS starts at 10 a.m., Mill Lake Park, Bevan Ave. entrance, Abbotsford. Help raise funds to support people living with ALS and research to find the cure.Register at www.walkforals.ca. Call Tegan 604-837-1936, Emily at 604-837-3790 or fraservalleywalk@alsbc.ca.

Yard sale treasure

June 15, the Order of The Eastern Star is holding a yard sale on at the Masonic Hall, 33860 Pine St., Abbotsford from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

FV Watersheds

June 20, the Fraser Valley Watersheds Coalition meets at 7 p.m., Room A225, Abbotsford UFV campus, 33844 King Rd., Abbotsford. Instructor Cher King-Scobie will speak her research on ecosystems services. Free, RSVP to rachel@fvwc.ca or 604-791-2235. See www. fvwc.ca or them on Facebook.

Abbotsford Gogos party

June 22, the Abbotsford Gogos (grandmothers) and the Miradi Society host a Kenyan buffet family dinner and dance, from 5 – 8 p.m., St. Matthew’s Church, 2010 Guildford Dr., Abbotsford. Silent auction, sales tables. Tickets $20, teens $10, 12 & under free. All welcome. Call 604-856-4627, 604-6075035.

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Twisters capture medals

welve Twisters gymnasts competed at the Western Canadian Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Winnipeg recently. The competition was extremely stiff, but they managed to bring home 11 individual medals and two team gold medals. Team BC on both the women’s side and the men’s side took first place. The individual results are as follows: Tamara Skulstad (Prov. level 4 Tyro): gold on beam and floor, silver all-around; Justine Robinson (Prov. level 4 Open): gold all-around, gold on vault; Emily Moorthy (National Novice): silver on vault, 10th all-around; Ashlynn Skulstad (National Open): 8th on floor, qualified for finals, in which she placed 4th; 10th all-around; Andry Friesen (National open): silver on bars, qualified for finals, in which she placed 8th; 11th all-around; Elijah Horner (Level 4): gold on high bars, qualified for finals, in which he also placed 1st; 7th on vault, 15th all-around; Cohen Kiers (National Youth): 4th all-around and on floor; 5th on high bar and parallel bars, qualified for finals in all three disciplines and placed 5th in all of them; Curtis Olivier (National youth): 9th all-around; 8th on pommel horse, vault, and parallel bars; François Barnard (National Youth): all-around 13th; 5th on vault, qualified for finals, in which he also placed 5th Dawson Friesen (National Youth): 14th all-around; bronze on vault, qualified for finals in which he also placed 3rd; Kyle Machibroda-Ames (National Open): all-around 5th; 4th on parallel bars and high bar; 5th on pommel horse, 6th on floor. He qualified for finals on all four disciplines and placed 4th on parallel bars and high bar; Jeremy Gaspar (National Open): all-around 10th, bronze on rings and 5th on floor. He qualified for finals in both those disciplines, again placing 3rd on rings and 5th on floor. The athletes are from Abbotsford, Mission, Langley, and Chilliwack. Tamara and Ashlynn Skulstad and Justine Robinson are from Mission, Kyle Machibroda-Ames is from Langley, and Jeremy Gaspar is from Chilliwack. The seven other athletes are all from Abbotsford.

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Abbotsford native Nick Taylor has been ripping up the golf links lately.

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inning the last two Major series events certainly put a target on Abbotsford-native Nick Taylor’s back this week at VGT’s fourth Major of 2013 at the Chilliwack Golf Club. Through 18 holes, Taylor had yet again separated himself from the field with another low round of golf, shooting 64 (-7) on his home track. Through nine holes of the final round, Taylor had extended his lead over Bryn Parry from one to three shots, as he fired 3-under par 34 on the opening nine. However, the line-up of pros was piling up behind him at -7, including Chilliwack’s own assistant pro Brad Clapp, who had fired an opening nine of 33 (4-under) himself. And two holes later, Clapp had closed the gap down to one shot with birdies on 10 and 11. And after yet another birdie on 13, Clapp had caught Taylor at -10 for the event and he was now at -7 for the final round. While Clapp was chasing Taylor, Taylor was playing sure and steady golf, but

wasn’t making the same birdie run as his chasers that included Surrey’s Clark MacPherson who was two groups ahead playing with Clapp. MacPherson also had a great opening 9 score of 33 to get to -7 tied with Clapp. But a bogey on 12 delayed his chase momentarily until he came on strong with a string of three birdies-in-a-row on 13 to 15 to move him within one of Taylor and Clapp. Taylor’s short game saved him when he needed it the most, securing pars on 16 and 17 when he left himself in tough spots from the left side of the rough on 16 and a lengthy 2-putt on 17. Taylor’s win earned him a cheque for $2,300 and more importantly solidified his top position in the VGT Majors Order of Merit through four Majors events. He sits at 18,000 points and over 7,000 points ahead of his next challenger Darren Wallace with two events to decide the Majors Order of Merit Champion. The Majors champion will collect a bonus cheque of approximately $3,500.

uffers, you’re invited to sign up for Mission Mayor Ted Adlem’s second annual charity golf tournament. It’s set for June 30 at the Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Proceeds will go to the Mission International Cultural Association, which will host 30 people from Mission’s sister city Oyama, Japan, from June 28 to July

5. MICA organizes programs to foster intercultural understanding and friendship, and it co-ordinates the hosting of international and intercultural groups and individuals visiting Mission. Since its inception in 2011, MICA has hosted several fundraisers and events including a fundraiser for the Japan earthquake and tsunami relief, a din-

ner fundraiser with the Rotary Club of Mission and Dress & Dine for Diversity, both in support of the 2013 delegation from Oyama. This visit will return the hospitality offered to two earlier District of Mission delegations to Oyama in 2009 and 2012 to promote intercultural exchange. The upcoming visit of the Oyama

Athletic program at UFV set to celebrate 30 years

he University of the Fraser Valley’s athletic department turns 30 years old this September. The gym doors opened to the students of Fraser Valley College in the fall of 1983 with the forming of the men’s and women’s basketball programs. Over the 30 years the university started nine intercollegiate programs and quickly became a force to be reckoned within the BCCAA (now the PACWEST). UFV gained entrance into the Canadian Interuniversity Sport in men’s and women’s

basketball and soccer in the Fall of 2006. The Cascades are pleased to unveil a 30th anniversary logo, designed by Marie Tary, MARCOM, which the department will portray during the upcoming school year. UFV athletics will hold ceremonies all year at interuniversity games and matches to celebrate the alumnus that have paved the way for today’s 140 student-athletes and 30 coaches. During the school year, the Cascades will honour each program with its history which will include the pro-

gram’s head coaches, all-stars and team success stories. All are welcome to join the Cascades in this historic year. UFV’s current programs all have aspirations of qualifying for their respective conference post season championship tournaments and three programs men’s and women’s basketball and women’s volleyball were nationally ranked for most if not the entire regular season in 2012-13. ■ A schedule of events to celebrate the 30th anniversary will be published in August, 2013.

delegation will bring a friendship bell to be erected in Fraser River Heritage Park and unveiled as part of Mission’s 2013 Canada Day celebrations. ■ If you would like to register to golf or if you would like to become a sponsor of the event, contact event organizer Cory Cassel at 604-832-3130 or at corycassel@yahoo.com.

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65, of Abbotsford, BC, passed away peacefully at home on April 17, 2013 with his loving wife Karen at his side after a courageous battle with cancer. Originally from Nova Scotia, Allan was a very loving, giving honest person with a positive outlook on life. He loved submarines, cars, motorcycles, trains, drafting, reading and practicing inspirational messages. Allan was totally devoted to his Family. Allan is survived by his loving wife Karen, son Christopher (Kari) and grandsons Cale and Brayden, stepdaughter Kristy (Eric), brother David and sister Janice (Doug) both of Halifax, Aunt Muriel of Toronto, as well as numerous cousins and friends. Allan was predeceased by his parents Albert and Mary Henderson and his first wife Judy. Allan was employed for numerous years at the Halifax Dockyard and Seaspan International in Vancouver as an electrical draftsman, a profession he loved. His career took him to many different venues across Canada in a variety of jobs, with his last being at City Hall in Abbotsford as a Security Guard, a position he truly loved and where he met many wonderful people. Donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences can be forwarded to karenh50@shaw.ca. Thank you to all for your Love & Support. A Celebration of Allan’s Life will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 2029 Ware Street Abbotsford, BC on Saturday, June 29, 2013 at 2 pm with a reception to follow.

A late resident of Abbotsford formerly of Ashcroft passed away on May 15th, 2013 at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital at the age of 99 years. George is predeceased by his wife Sara in 2002 and he is survived by his loving family sons Gerald Robinsmith (June), George (Christina), daughter Wendie (Robert) 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Funeral Services for George will be held on Friday May 24th 2013 at 1:00 pm at the Sage Hills Evangelical Free Church 1244 Mesa Vista Dr. Ashcroft, B.C. with Pastor Graham Gore officiating followed by Burial in the Ashcroft Cemetery. Thompson Valley Funeral Home Ashcroft entrusted with arrangements.

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WOHLGEMUT, Albert Jan 23, 1916 - May 16, 2013 Albert passed into the presence of his Lord on May 16, 2013 at 97 years of age. He will be lovingly remembered by Helen, his wife of 72 years, children, Esther (Allen), Evie (Michael), Irene (Dan), Elma (Ron), Herb (Sue), 16 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. Memorial service to be held May 23, 2013 at 11:00 am at the Bakerview MB church. Thank you to the Menno Home staff for their wonderful care.

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Langley School District invites applications for our Casual Custodian spare board to work on an on-call basis. • Individuals must have Grade 10 education supplemented by a Building Service Worker course. • The ability to use sound judgement in applying clearly prescribed methods and procedures is required. • Individuals must be able to communicate effectively using courtesy and tact in the routine exchange or provision of information and must have the physical ability to perform the required duties of the position. The rate of pay is $19.90 per hour. Qualified individuals must submit an application (External Support Staff Application form available at www.sd35.bc.ca) with a complete resume (including names and contact information of 3 references), copy of BSW certificate, and proof of high school education by Friday, May 31, 2013 to:

recruitment@sd35.bc.ca

Please note that we accept electronic applications only.

We wish to thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful applicants will be subject to a criminal records check.

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Beauticians/ Barbers

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED Mission Locations

$1000 HIRING BONUS

Full & Part Time Positions. Guaranteed hourly rate of $10.50 to start Plus 25% profit sharing. No clientele required. Paid Birthday, Dental & Drug Benefits. Equipment supplied & maintained. Advanced annual upgrading training. Management oppportunities. Call:

604-826-5313 for an interview

AFFORDABLE, PROFESSIONAL HAIRCARE, GUARANTEED™

To advertise call

604-850-9600

HVAC-R TECHNICIANS WANTED

We are a full-service HVAC-R contractor located in Chilliwack, serving the Valley from Aldergrove to Boston Bar since 1989. We are looking for local Refrigeration & HVAC Technicians (minimum 3rd year completed.)Gas certification an asset. We offer an Employee Benefits Plan, companysponsored RRSP program, & paid BC Med. Please fax resume with cover letter to 604-792-6728.

Looking for a New Career Direction? Discover a World of Possibilities in the Classifieds!

Call 604.850.9600 to Advertise

Are you a proactive, forward thinking leader? The District of Mission is seeking a dynamic professional to join the senior management team as the Director of Corporate and Business Services. While providing leadership and strategic management to the legislative, legal, human resources, labour relations, financial, purchasing, information technology, and RCMP municipal support service areas, the Director ensures that best possible practices are in place to serve the residents of Mission. This position is designated as the District’s Corporate Officer under the Community Charter and acts as the Chief Election Officer. If you have the ability to think broadly and be proactive, we invite you to apply. You will find more information about this exciting career opportunity, the community and how to apply at www.mission.ca/careers. Competition No. 2013-E04 Deadline: June 10, 2013

Check out the current employment opportunities at the University of the Fraser Valley. Applications are being accepted for the following position:

MANAGER OF SECURITY UFV is a growing, exciting, and welcoming workplace. Come join 16,000 students and 1,000 employees in our innovative and comprehensive learning environment. For full details on these positions, visit

http://www.ufv.ca/hr/careers/

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Drivers

DRIVERS WANTED AZ, DZ, 3 or 1 with airbrakes: Terrific career opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects using nondestructive testing. Plus extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation and benefits pkg. Skills Needed Ability to travel 6 months at a time, Apply online at www.sperryrail.com under careers. Click here to apply, keyword: Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE. EOE

1235

Farm Workers

10 FARM LABOURERS REQUIRED AT RANDHAWA FARMS 5-6 days per week, 40-50 hours per week, $10.25/hr. Greenhouse work such as planting, picking, pruning, twisting & other misc. greehouse duties. Employment starts June 20th.

Fax resume to: 604 864-8858

Rocky Ridge Turkey Farm is hiring F/T Poultry Farm Workers for their Turkey Division. Duties includes: catching & moving poultry, heavy lifting in a fast pace environment. Must be able to work weekend & night shift. Hourly wage $11.50/hour. Fax Resume to: 604-336-1626, Attn: G.Heppell or email: integrityrecruitment@ dccnet.com

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General Employment

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

Sisto’s Liquor Store

is looking for a Part Time Clerk Must have ‘serving-it-right’, customer service experience, be flexible and reliable. Must be able to work weekends & holidays. Drop off resume with references in person to 33395 1st Ave, Mission, BC.

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General Employment

3508

Dogs

PURE BRED PRESA Canario Dewormed twice. 2nd shot complete, CCC Reg. 604-807-2813

• Must have reliable vehicle • Must be certified & experienced • Union Wages & Benefits Apply in person 9770 - 199A Street, Langley fax resume to 604-513-3661 or email: darlene@valleytraffic.ca LABOURERS WANTED for local fabrication shop. Fax resume to 604-852-5614. WELDER REQUIRED for steel fabrication shop. Fax resume to 604-852-5614.

1245

Health Care

SHARED Living Provider to adults with developmental disabilities. Please send an email to: sharedliving@milieu.ca or call (604) 582-1811 ext. 106/105

1250

Hotel Restaurant

GREEK ISLAND RESTAURANT III (S.F. WAY) Requires a F/T dishwasher, 40 hours/wk, $10.25/hr. No exp nec. Will train. Fax resume to: 604-859-1641

1293

Social Services

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 caregiving@plea.bc.ca

1310

Trades/Technical

SAVE A LIFE. Wonderful rescue dogs from Foreclosed Upon Pets. Spay/neutered, regular vaccinations & rabies, microchipped. $499 adoption fee, avail at your local Petcetera stores.

MALTESE X Puppies Jan 26. Brown Tri Color, White 2M 3F First Shots Dewormed Hypo Allergenic $600. Call: (604) 582-9911

Chocolate Lab Pincher Pups, bottle fed, 9wks,dewormed & all shots $400 ea, 604-287-5298

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Cares!

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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.

3508

LUXURY PET HOTEL @ YVR New customer special $27/ night restriction apply www.jetpetresort.com

SWIFT DOG SPORTS Training]Dog Walking]Pet Sitting www.swiftdogsports.com

PET’S STAIN, ODOUR, SCRATCH on THE FLOORS? Call FIN 778-889-7106, member BBB A+. WoodStoneTile.ca One Stop Floors Care Solutions

JACK RUSSELL X Border Collie 7yrs, 20lb, friendly to good home. NVan $negotiable 604-839-6113

2055

2080

Food Products

21ST CENTURY FLEA MARKET 175 tables of Bargains on Deluxe 20th Century Junque! SUN MAY 26 10-3 Croatian Cultural Center 3250 Commercial Drive, 604-980-3159 Adm: $5

HOWARD WONG FARMS

“Family owned and operated since 1975”

BEDDING PLANTS HANGING BASKETS

ABBY ANNUAL INDOOR Garage Sale Sat May 25th 8am - noon

MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH 3580 Clearbook Rd.

8AM TO 6PM

(Corner of Harris & Riverside) MATSQUI VILLAGE

2060

GARAGE SALE & PANCAKE BREAKFAST

For Sale Miscellaneous

St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church 8469 Cedar St., Mission SATURDAY, MAY 25 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Rain or Shine! Lots of great collectables books, toys, house wares, bake table & sports items. Breakfast only until 10:00am

2005 ROCKWOOD Tent Trailer model 1940 ltd, sleeps 6, exc cond, f/s, BBQ, furnace, heated matt. $5500 firm. 604-807-7337

2135

Wanted to Buy

FIREARMS

I will purchase Firearms & Ammunition. Call 604-290-1911 SPORTS CARDS Serious buyer will pay $$ for pre 1970 sports cards in good condition. Paul 604-514-3844

USED ELECTRICAL Crossover switch from Hydro to Auxiliary power $200 obo, 4 prong hydro metres with bases $100 for sub metering, lots of switch gear, 100-200 amp panels, large main switch from farm with shop, barn, 8 houses (make an offer) great collection of brakes incl rare ones cheap a shed full of electrical up for grabs . 604-793-7714

2020

Garage Sale

Sell it in the Classiﬁeds

604-850-9600

Auctions

PUBLIC AUCTION:

604-724-7652

Body Work

Krisi & Friend, Abbotsford 1980 Emerson, 30mins notice, $100 & up, in/out. 604-854-0599

Escort Services

June 22nd - 9 AM 6780 Glover Rd., Langley B.C. 80-100 CARS, LIGHT TRUCKS & RV’s Industrial, Construction, Forklifts, Farm & Turf Equip., Fleet Trucks & Trailers, Lumber, Boats, Tools

Industrial Smalls Welcome / Online Bidding Available Phone: 604-534-0901 www.canamauctions.com

Real Estate Services

6005

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6008

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Education

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S. Surrey/ White Rock

TOP FLR 762sf 1br condo, in-ste laundry, 45+ building Mt. Baker view $85,000. 778-822-7387 see uSELLaHOME.com id5553

6008-06

Chilliwack

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

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6020-02

Abbotsford

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1410

Education

SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING Classes avail in Abby. Full Job placement. 859-8860 to register.

GARRISON CROSSING 5 bdrm, 4 bath, 3385 sq ft executive Self-contained carriage-house suite. Only $694,500 Call 604-847-9459. PropertyGuys.com ID 76459

6008-14

Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

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6008-42

PARTIAL OCEAN view, 920sf 2br+den 2ba quiet condo, kids, pets ok. $309,000 778-294-2275 see uSELLaHOME.com id5575

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Condos/ Townhouses

Abbotsford

IMMACULATE TOP fl 963sf 2 br condo, insuite laundry, +55 building, $121,500 604-309-3947 see uSELLaHOME.com id5565

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6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-02

Business Opps/ Franchises

MARKETPLACE EDUCATION

POOL TABLE near new cond. 4x8 national, 1' slate, leather pockets, solid wood, 2 sets of balls, wall rack cues & access $875. Ph Jack 604-846-6274 or 1-604-240-6840

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

5040

5070

Dogs

5486 Riverside St.

PB RAG DOLL kittens, vet ✔ 1st shots, dewormed, health guar., $450 & up Cel # 604-477-9961

Pet Services

7005

7015

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

Ma p l e R i d g e R e d C e d ar Products requires Cubermen, Shake & Shingle Packers, Block Pilers & Trimmermen. P l e a se ca l l 6 0 4 - 46 2 - 7 335 between 7:00AM and 3:00PM weekdays and ask for Gary. After 4:00PM until 9:00PM. Please call Happy at 604-615-4997.

BENGAL KITTENS, vet ✔ 1st shots dewormed, sweet natured, $600. Mission 1-604-814-1235

Livestock/ Poultry

LAYING BROWN HENS Tame. Laying well. $6.00 each. Cloverdale ★ 604-541-0007

OPEN DAILY

Cats

Metaphysical

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CARPENTER & Carpt. Helpers Restoration Experience an asset. Email jlkprojects@hotmail.com

3507

4060

TRUE PSYCHICS For Answers CALL NOW 24/7 Toll FREE 1-877-342-3032

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REAL ESTATE

Dogs

Career Services/Job Search

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IMMACULATE 2446SF 4br 4ba t/h. Incredible view, huge master br $405,000, 604-466-3175 see uSELLaHOME.com id5226

6008-18

New Westminster

TOP FLOOR quiet side of bldg 650sf 1br+den condo nr Hosp, & Sky train $244K 778-241-4101 see uSELLaHOME.com id5580

6008-28

4 BD 2.5 bth 2087 sq ft energy efficient home, new appl., Great family home in Auguston Estates close to Auguston Traditional School. $440,000 604-746-0073. PropertyGuys.com 702659

5 BDRM home w/ new 2 bdrm inlaw suite. Secure priv backyard w/ 16.5’x12.5’ dble door shop. Pool, hot tub. Close to Mill Lake area. $424,000. Ph 778-960-7118 PropertyGuys.com 149839

Richmond

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6008-30

6 BDRM 3.5 bth newly reno’d 4,077 sq ft home w/ 2 bdrm legal suite located south central Abbotsford. $598,600. 604-852-1748. PropertyGuys.com id# 149267

Surrey

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A26 THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013 THE TIMES

REAL ESTATE 6020

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-06

Houses - Sale

6020-14

Chilliwack

Langley/ Aldergrove

8185

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-34

6050

Out Of Town Property

3 BDRM 2.5 bth 2475 sq ft custom built log home on priv 3 acres overlooking Sumas Prairie & Vedder Canal $639,000. 604-823-2183 PropertyGuys.com ID# 149834

AGASSIZ NEW 2350sf 3br 2.5 Bath, high end finishing, huge master $349,000 604-729-0186 see uSELLaHOME.com id5603

7683 210A St NEW 3550sf 6br 6ba w/2br legal basement suite HST incl $669,900 778-895-8620 see uSELLaHOME.com id5636

ALDERGROVE SXS DUPLEX 80K below assessment. $3K/mo rent $529,900 firm 604-807-6565 see uSELLaHOME.com id3428

GUILDFORD 1900SF 3br 2ba w/basement suite on huge 8640 sf lot, $479,000 604-613-1553 see uSELLaHOME.com id5608

GUILDFORD MAGNIFICENT 4952sf 10br 6.5ba back on creek, main floor master br, $729K 604-581-5541 see: uSELLaHOME.com id5506

6030

Lots & Acreage

6052

Real Estate Investment

LANGLEY RENOD sxs duplex +1/2ac lot, rental income $2,200 /month $489,900 604-807-6565 see uSELLaHOME.com id3186

6065

Recreation Property

C UL T US L A KE H OL I DA Y PARK, site #155, 60x35, storage shed, firepit, Bell dish, lawnmower, $77,900. 604-596-7060

FORT LANGLEY 2300sf 5br w/suite above 3 additional rental units $965K 604-882-6788 see uSELLaHOME.com id5533

6020-34

Surrey

8195

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8205

Paving/Seal Coating

ALLEN ASPHALT concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8220

Plumbing

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Recycling

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CULTUS LK gardener’s dream 1160 sf 2 br 1.5 ba rancher, a/c 55+ complex $63K 604-858-9301 see uSELLaHOME.com id5400

6035

FLEETWOOD RENO’D 2140sf 4br 3ba, large 7100sf lot, bsmt suite $539,000. 604-727-9240 see uSELLaHOME.com id5617

Mobile Homes

QUALITY MANUFACTURED HOMES Manufactured homes new and used Park spaces. Park models Service work 1- 800-339-5133

RENTALS 6508

Apt/Condos

2 BR Cntrl Abby, inste w/d, top flr w/balc, 2 u/g prkg, $800/mo + utils, ns, June 1, 604-812-5916 1 BR, $645, Mission. quiet bldg, coin laundry, avail Now, Bob 604-302-8676 or 604-826-5147

PARK TERRACE

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6540

Houses - Rent

MISSION, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 5 appl, includes Bachelor bsmt ste, walk to bus, school, shops, $1100/mo. Call 604-862-0487 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 2 level HOUSE, new fridge, Gas stove, hot water heater, with 10% down... $588/M Call 604-435-5555 for showing www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6605

6565

Office/Retail Rent

NEW BLDG downtown Mission avail soon 4,157 sf retail space & 1,570sf office space. 604-820-8664

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

LANGLEY NR town fully reno’d 2474sf home on 5ac ppty, bsmt suite $1,150,000 604-825-3966 see uSELLaHOME.com id5582

6035

HATZIC LAKE Swans Point, 1 hr from Vanc incl lot & 5th wheel ski, fish, $134,500. 604-209-8650 see uSELLaHOME.com id5491

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6605

Townhouses Rent

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NEWLY RENOVATED $990 per month + utilities

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OCEAN FRONT boat access only 2 yr old 1600sf 3br 2.5ba 30min from W Van $799K 778-998-9141 see uSELLaHOME.com id5424

Renovations & Home Improvement

TOP CALIBER CONTRACTING Renovations, home Improvements, general contractor, project management 604-309-9051

NEW MOBILE Home w/river view in Ruskin. Fam/pet ok. $89,900 w/ $505 pad rent. Chuck 604-830-1960

8080

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guar’d. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8105 NEW SRI 1152 sq ft, 3 BR, dbl wide $77,900. Full gyproc single wide $66,900. Repossessions 1974-2007. Call 604-830-1960

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9102

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PATIOS, DECKS, RAILINGS

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8240

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Mission 1 BR glvl ste, clean, quiet, June 1, $580 + utils, nr bus/ Mall/ shops, ns/np, 604-614-3234 Newer 2 BR glvl, 1000sf, gas f/p, w/d, lrg quiet cover’d outside bbq area, ns, July 1st, $850 incls utils, 2mins southside d/town Mission, near school/bus 604-287-7980

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Surrey CRANBROOK 2060SF 4br 3ba reno’d home w/side suite on 2 lots $239,900 778-887-4530 see uSELLaHOME.com id5304

2 BDRM 1.5 bth rancher fully reno’d on own property at Baker Trail Village. Mins to Chwk River, Garrison Crossing & UFV campus $209,900. PropertyGuys.com # 149276. Ph 604-824-8293

NOBODY

Moving & Storage

OWN THE land, Chilliwack, 1092sf, 2bdrm rancher style mobile home, kids OK, $179,900 604-824-7803 see uSELLaHOME.com id5541

6040

Okanagan/ Interior

MERRITT HERITAGE style 3070 sf 4br 5ba on 9.9ac lot detached shop, view $895K 250-378-8857 see uSELLaHOME.com id5592

8160

Lawn & Garden

Spring Services

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

FREE ESTIMATES

• Lawn Maintenance • Fertilizing • Yard Clean-ups • Aeration • Pruning/Hedges • Power Raking • Rubbish Removal • Odd jobs •Yearly Maintenance Programs •

310-JIMS (5467) BOOK A JOB AT

www.jimsmowing.ca

Advantage Aluminum Products Ltd. 143 - 14488 Knox Way, Richmond, B.C.

Tel: 604-276-2323 Fax: 604-276-2313 Toll Free: 1-877-440-2323 www.advantagealuminum.ca

To place your ad in “Call the Experts,” call 604-850-9600

THE TIMES THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013 A27

AUTOMOTIVE 9110

Collectibles & Classics

9145

Scrap Car Removal

9145

Scrap Car Removal

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

9155

9522

A loan that puts you in the DRIVER’S SEAT

RV’s/Trailers

THE SCRAPPER

Bad Credit - NO PROBLEM We can help with rebuilding your credit.

SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL 1956 OLDSMOBILE Sedan, excl cond 324/ Rocket 88 78,000 org miles. A must see $12,000. 604-795-3344

Has your vehicle reached the end of its useful life?

Have it recycled properly

1966 CADILLAC Coupe de ville a/c, pwr pkg, nr new tires, was $7500, now $6500 604-793-5520

9125

Domestic

Pick A Part is environmentally approved and meets all BC government standards for automotive recycling

HIGHEST PRICES PAID

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

9155

2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Duramax Diesel, Allison trans, long box, tow pkg, orig owner 151,500 km, $27,995. 604 854-0203

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

1987 NISSAN Pickup Automatic 232,000 kms Blue, Auto, new muffler and runs good, Good for work. Mission. $2,000. Call: (604) 855-6304 or email: yadvinder@mail.com.

9130

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

~ FREE TOWING ~ Pick A Part Used Auto Parts 43645 Industrial Way Chilliwack BC V2R 4L2

1-866-843-8955 604-792-1221

9145

Scrap Car Removal

Black with leather interior. Fully loaded, aircared, excellent condition.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

BEAUTIFUL 24’ trailer, lge fridge, big oven, a/c, queen bd, full bth. Must see $8500. 604-824-0850

9515

Boats

Asking $2250 obo 604-467-8914

To advertise call

Which SUV sips gas like a subcompact?

1989 19’ Bayliner Capri Blue, 2.3 litre IO Fresh water cooled, new windshield/canvas/swim grid, trailer. $8,375. 604-837-7564

9522

RV’s/Trailers

Research vehicles on driving.ca

Find your car at 1979 FORD M/H, 23 ft, cozy, bunk beds, fully equipped, low k, hi way usage, $5,500. 778-737-3890

FREE SCRAP car & truck removal. Top $$ paid for all. No wheels - no problem. 604-615-7175

604-850-9600

NOMAD AUTO SALES

after 7pm

2006 FORD F250 4x4, 8 cyl stnd, 170k’s, 5.4L EFI, tow pkge, alpine stereo, single cab $7900. 604-819-3610

604-615-7175

1-855-957-7755

1997 TOYOTA Camry LE. 4 drs, 4 cyl, auto, a/c. Well maintained. Aircared. $3700. 604-936-1270

2006 Volkswagen Jetta 67,000 kms tan leather interior. 5 spd/2.5L FL. No claims/ accidents. incl winter tires $12,500 Call: (604) 703-8323

Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca 2007 KAWASAKI Vulcan 900, new saddle bags/batt, w/shield, bike cover. $4,995. 604-209-1039

Sports & Imports

9160

No Credit - NO PROBLEM We offer a FIRST TIME BUYER PROGRAM.

95 CHEV BLAZER LT

for most complete vehicles

2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited Affordable Luxury 35,600 kms. 2.4L GDI DOHC. $19,999. Email: sjscot@shaw.ca (604) 794-3428.

1996 5TH wheel trailer, model 26RK, 26 ft, fridge, stove, sep bath 1995 CHEV 3/4 ton diesel, 200 k’s. $15,500 both. 604-794-7487

2444 W. Railway, Abbotsford DENNIS

853.1171

12 TOYOTA COROLLA NOW $14,970 12 TOYOTA MATRIX NOW $15,970 11 TOYOTA CAMRY NOW $15,970 09 TOYOTA MATRIX NOW $10,970 08 CHEV AVEO LS 37,000 km NOW $7,970 06 MERCEDES C230 Coupe Loaded NOW $13,970 06 MERCEDES C350 Performance NOW $15,970 03 NISSAN 350Z Performance NOW $9,970 TRUCKS 07 F150 LARIAT supercrew 4x4 NOW $18,970 06 RAM 1500 SLT 4x4 quad cab NOW $15,970 05 EXPLORER SPORTRAC XLT NOW $7,970 03 F150 LARIAT supercrew NOW $6,970 99 JEEP GRANDE CHEROKEE NOW $3,970 98 FORD EXPEDITION XLT NOW $2,970 nomadautosales.com Dealer #26135

WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD!! Bring us a quote in writing of any identically equipped vehicle, and we will beat any competitor's price... It's that simple. We have low overhead compared to our "big box" competition, and we have never lost a deal to price!

2013 DODGE RAM 1500ST • Best in class aerodynamics • Longest lasting • Best in class fuel economy

2013 JEEP WRANGLER

• Best in class capability • Ultimate 4x4 performance

2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

BRUCE

FINANCE OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE ON ALL VEHICLES

WE’RE B Listen to ACK us on at 8:15 am

2013 DODGE DART • Most award winning vehicle in its class • Class leading safety & security • 2013 IIHS safety pick • Up to 59MPG • Interior spaciousness of midsize sedan.

• Consumer Guide BEST BUY AWARD • Canada’s best selling minivan for 29 consecutive years • 2013 IIHS top safety pick •Long lasting minivan • Industry-exclusive super stow’n go • Best in class towing • 36 MPG

2013 DODGE JOURNEY • Most versatile & affordable crossover • 2013 IIHS top

2013 DODGE RAM SUPER DUTY

• Best in class towing and cargo versatility • Longest lasting • Best in class fuel economy

safety pick • Fastest growing crossover • Seven passenger seating • available in AWD

NEVER LOST A DEAL DUE TO PRICE

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Jeep 33320 First Ave Mission www.pioneerchryslerjeep.com • 1.888.903.7211 DL5224

Mon - Thurs 8:30-8 • Fri 8:30-6 • Sat 8:30-5 • Sun 11-4

MASON is our resident mascot!

A28 THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013 THE TIMES

CANADA’S BEST LEASE PAYMENTS

ARE HAPPENING NOW!! AT NO COMPARISON NO COMPROMISE

FORD NOTHINGCOMPARESTOGETTING EVERYTHING YOU WANT

2013 Focus SE Hatchback a/c,auto,tilt,cruise,speed control,sync™,alloy wheels,fog lamps,spoiler,easy fuel system,MyKey,pwr grp,#9156

SALE PRICE

20,998 $ $ 0 126

mpg hwy

2013 Fusion SE Sedan

1.6L, Eco-Boost, a/c, auto, keyless entry, pwr grp, tilt, speed control, Sirius with 6 mos prepaid, Sync, MyFord Touch, rear view camera, heated mirrors, #6726

SALE PRICE ....... $26,799 Costco Rebate....... $1000

25,799

mpg hwy

RED CARPET LEASE

BI-WEEKLY

DOWN

NO SECURITY DEPOSIT 0% APR

Includes Ford Navigation System

0 153

DOWN

BI-WEEKLY

NO SECURITY DEPOSIT 0% APR

2013 Escape SE - EcoBoost 2013 F150 Supercrew XTR 4x4

1.6L EcoBoost, a/c, auto, pwr grp, Sync, spoiler, Sirius with 6 mos prepaid, remote keyless entry, tilt, speed control, MyKey, CD, fog lamps, #3478

SALE PRICE ....... $26,999 Costco Rebate....... $1000

25,999

mpg hwy

$ RED CARPET LEASE

Not an S model

Shortbox, a/c, pwr grp, boxliner, tilt, speed control, Sirius sat radio w/6 mos prepaid, Sync, fog lamps, chrome step bars, 20” wheels, all terrain tires, MyFord, remote, keyless ent, trailer towing pkg, block heater, #5684 SALE PRICE ....... $34,100 LOWEST Costco Rebate....... $1000 LEASE RATE $ EVER

33,100

0 153

DOWN

RED CARPET LEASE

BI-WEEKLY

NO SECURITY DEPOSIT 1.49% APR

NO SECURITY DEPOSIT

999 185 $

DOWN

BI-WEEKLY

NO SECURITY DEPOSIT .99% APR

Allpaymentsandpricesareplustaxesandaleasefeeof$499.Startups&firstpaymentsarerequired+taxes.TheCostcomembersrebatemustbeusedtoreachpayment.Allleasesareultralowkmleasesover48monthsexceptfortheF150leasefor24months.Focus,totalpaid=$13,699+taxes,purchase option=$8476+tax.Fusion,totalpaid=$16,515+taxes,purchaseoption=$10,581+taxes.Escapetotalpaid=$16,515+taxes,purchaseoption=$11,705+taxes.F150totalpaid=$12,119+taxes,totalpurchaseoption=$23,709+taxes.KilometerallowanceontheF150is20,000peryear

OUR RENOVATION SALE IS ON Deal with our noise & dust and we will make it up to you with the Best Price and the Best Buying Experience

Somebody in your family will love this bike!

Buy a new or used vehicle from us in May and enter a draw to this custom pink 883 Sportster Harley Davidson

WIN

This draw is for vehicles sold between April 2 & Aug 31, 2013. Some of the proceeds from each sale will go to the Breast Cancer Society

All prices are plus taxes + a $399 doc fee. In-stock vehicles only. Some pictures may not be exact.

THE VALLEY’S HOME FOR PRICING

1.888.795.1876 OURREPUTATION

www.magnusonford.ca 32562 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC

DL#030937

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