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Abbotsford’s Reptile Guy Mike Hopcraft shows off an invasive turtle, the red eared slider, that’s putting serious pressure on the endangered native species at Mill Lake. The sliders, tossed into the lake as unwanted pets, are competing with the western painted turtle for food, nesting space and habitat.

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battle for survival is being waged in Abbotsford’s Mill Lake and a local reptile expert hopes to sway the odds in favour of the local champion. Abbotsford’s Reptile Guy, Mike Hopcraft, told city council Monday that the local lake’s small population of endangered western painted turtles is under threat from an invasive species. The red eared slider – which originates in the southern States and is typically sold by pet stores – is thriving in the lake and may completely displace its native cousin. Hopcraft, who runs a reptile rescue and education centre, asked council to consider implementing a sales ban on any sliders under four inches long. That way potential pet owners get a better understanding of the future size of their pur-

chase, he said. The turtles, known for the splash of red colour on their heads, are bought as “cute” babies when they are the size of a loonie. But new owners soon find themselves in possession of an animal that can grow to more than a foot in length and live for decades, Hopcraft said. “People are led to believe they can keep the turtles in a small tank and they’ll stay little but that’s not true,” said Hopcraft, noting an adult slider should be housed in a 200-gallon aquarium roughly six feet long. Most people aren’t aware of the costs, equipment and time needed to properly care for the reptile, he said. As a result, rescue operations like Hopcraft’s are swamped with surrendered turtles, or people simply turn them loose into local waterways, as is the case at Mill Lake. Of the 50 turtles currently sheltered at Hopcraft’s operation, 41 are red eared sliders.

Once in Mill Lake, a slider becomes a direct competitor with the indigenous painted turtle for food and nesting sites, said Hopcraft. “An adult slider will also eat other endangered frogs, salamanders and any eggs,” he said. “Basically, they’ll eat literally anything.” Aimee Mitchell, project manager with the Coastal Painted Turtle Project, said the conservation group has worked with the city to protect the endangered reptiles. A nesting beach was established at the lake in 2011 for the painted turtles, which lay their eggs in late May or June. However, nothing prevents the more populous sliders from encrouching on their habitat, said Mitchell. What’s more the sliders can also transmit disease and respiratory problems to the see TURTLES, page A4

former Matsqui Institution corrections officer who was convicted of date raping a 21-year-old woman is no longer trying to get his job back. Instead, Balkar Singh Basra, who appeared at a Public Service Labour Relations Board hearing in Abbotsford Tuesday to continue the grievance of his 2009 termination by the Correctional Service of Canada, is seeking other remedies. According to union lawyer James Baugh, one such remedy is compensation for lost wages. In 2004, Basra sexually assaulted a B.C. Institute of Technology student he met through an Internet chat room. Basra was suspended in 2006 after his employer was informed of the charges. Basra grieved his suspension to the Public Service Labour Relations Board and the adjudicator ordered that Basra be reinstated with more than a year of back pay and benefits, plus interest. In September 2007 Basra started work in the admissions and discharge area, where he had minimal contact with offenders. In June 2008, Basra was suspended once more after the Federal Court quashed the board’s decision. Basra was convicted of sexual assault a month later and sentenced to two years less a day in jail. He was terminated in June 2009. Glen Brown, who was Matsqui’s warden at the time of Basra’s suspension and termination, said he had a number of concerns about Basra’s continued employment. The most pressing concern was safety because of Basra’s reputation as a suspected sex offender. “There is this very steeped and historically strong antipathy toward sex offenders [among inmates],” Brown said at the hearing. “That creates some real risk in the corrections environment.” Trust was also an issue. Brown said he was surprised to find out that Basra had lied to police about knowing the victim or having sex with her. see GUARD, page A21

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Led by Life Cycles owner Harvey Bergen, Coun. Dave Loewen, Abbotsford Heat president Ryan Walter and others cruise down Marshall Road Wednesday morning for Bike to Work Week, before making a stop at the Celebration Station at the Abbotsford Hospital.

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group of Abbotsford cyclists put their rears into gear despite the rain to promote Bike to Work Week on Wednesday morning. Abbotsford Heat President Ryan Walter, Abbotsford city Coun. Dave Loewen, and Harv Bergen, owner of LifeCycles bike shop, led a dozen

riders through the city to encourage residents to try biking to work and school. Walter, a former NHL hockey player, is no slouch when it comes to getting physical. “I’m always up for exercise,” he said, adding pedal pushing improves air quality in the Fraser Valley and saves money on gas. Terri-Lynn Gifford, Bike to Work Week Fraser Valley

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Mission Secondary School’s Jesse Walker, favoured in the 110 metre hurdles, clips the second to last jump in the Upper Fraser Valley Track Meet at Rotary Stadium in Abbotsford on Wednesday and goes down. He was disqualified from the event despite getting up to finish first, but the next day won the 100m final in a time of 11.25, the fastest time of the meet. For more on the track meet, see page A22 and www.abbotsfordtimes.com for a photo gallery.

n Abbotsford teacher from Dan George Middle Schoo ing a series of sex offence c involving a female youth. Tanner Cervo, 36, is facing one of sexual assault, one count of interference and two counts of exploitation, said Abbotsford Const. Ian MacDonald. The APD launched an invest into allegations involving a femal in early August 2012, and charg sworn against the suspect on A said MacDonald. Police are releasing no other de protect the identity of the compl he added. Cervo is an employee with the but hasn’t worked at any school si start of the school year, wrote Abb superintendent Kevin Godden i mail on Monday. The school district responded when the allegations against Cer faced in the summer, and the ma referred to the APD and provincia er regulation branch, said Godde

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bbotsford police have identified the three youths who attacked a nesting goose, leaving it bloodied and injured last week. As a result, a conservation officer contacted the three teenage boys, two aged 16 and one 17, and their parents, said Const. Ian MacDonald, who described the attack as sickening. The main aggressor against the

bird has been issued a $345 fine for molesting or injuring a bird, said a spokesman from B.C. Conservation Officer Service on Monday. A security guard at the Sevenoaks Shopping Centre discovered the Canada goose – covered in blood but still sitting on her eggs – in the parkade on April 27, said MacDonald. The guard immediately called Elizabeth’s Wildlife Rescue Center and its members arrived shortly after to evaluate the animal. The goose was still caring for

its clutch of eggs, so the experts decided not to remove the animal for care. Sevenoaks security called police early last week and provided APD with surveillance video of the incident Wednesday. A preliminary viewing of the tape by the mall’s security reportedly showed one youth hitting the goose with a long object while two or three others threw things at the creature who wouldn’t abandon her nest, said MacDonald. Elizabeth Melnick, who runs the

wildlife rescue centre, said Monday the bird continued to care for her eggs despite her injuries, and Sunday afternoon yielded a happy ending. Some of the four eggs in the nest hatched, and the mall’s security team escorted the goose, her mate and their goslings by foot through traffic to Mill Lake, said Melnick. The geese make up one of about seven nesting pairs that return each year to the parkade. see GOOSE, page A18

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coordinator, said the annual event is a great way for new bike commuters to try cycling to work or school with friends and colleagues while learning rules of road. Cycling to work or school can drastically cut vehicle emissions, said Gifford. Last year, 20,000 Bike to Work participants in B.C. cut 209,610 kgs of greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere.

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Besides being good to the environment, biking is good for business, noted Gifford. “Biking to work also helps improve mental health and well-being, gets people energized for the day, and improves productivity at work,” she said. ■ Bike to Work Week runs May 27 – June 2. For more information visit biketowork. ca/fraservalley.

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Abbotsford Police will be collecting rifles, guns and other weapons in the provincial firearms amnesty program this June.

bbotsford Police Department is offering some key advice to residents who plan to take advantage of the provincial firearms amnesty program set for June. APD, along with departments across B.C., will collect any unauthorized or unwanted guns or weapons during the initiative to reduce the number of firearms in the community and the danger they might find their way into the criminal market, said Const. Ian MacDonald. However, MacDonald had some suggestions for people who want to hand over their

weapons to police. “Don’t transport weapons or ammunition in your vehicles,” he said. “That freaks us out if you do that.” Police officers arriving at someone’s house to collect unwanted guns also don’t like to be greeted at the door in the first instance by someone wielding said shotgun or weapon. “That also freaks us out,” said MacDonald. And thirdly, don’t bring any firearms or weapons directly to the police station unannounced, he added. “Because walking up to the see GUNS, page A21

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he man accused of hacking Mission-born pop star Carly Rae Jepsen’s computer pleaded guilty Monday in Abbotsford Provincial Court. Abbotsford’s Christopher David Long, 25, pleaded guilty to possession of stolen property and a mischief charge. His sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 6, said Crown spokeswoman Samantha Hulme. Long made headlines last December after he surrendered to police at the Abbotsford courthouse and was charged with fraudulently obtaining telecommunications services, unauthorized use of a computer, mischief to data, identity fraud, and possession of stolen property. Fake nude photos of the 26-year-old Call Me Maybe singer surfaced online last summer, as well as a sex tape the pop star was quick to deny involved her. “Cra z y m o r n i n g ,” s h e tweeted, when the video began to spread. “Discovered that someone put up a sex tape claiming to be me. Ridiculous. Obviously not me.” By then, however, Vancouver police were already months into an investigation after Jepsen told them she had been the victim of a real hacker, who had stolen nude photos from her computer and was attempting to sell them to various media outlets. Jepsen, who performed in Jakarta on the weekend, was unavailable for comment.


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Abbotsford Police are searching for a suspect who robbed a liquor store at gunpoint on Sunday. A man posing as a customer entered Whatcom Wine and Spirits in the 1900 block of North Parallel Road at 7:30 p.m., said Const. Ian MacDonald. He picked up a six-pack of beer and approached the cash register but then produced a handgun and ordered the store employee to put money into his backpack. The man fled the store and was last seen running southbound, said MacDonald. The suspect is a Caucasian male, possibly in his late 20s to 30s, five feet eight inches tall and weighing more than 200 pounds with a heavy build. He was wearing a dark coloured baseball cap, thick darkrimmed glasses and dark coloured clothing. Anyone with information concerning the robbery should call the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225, text APD at 222973 (abbypd) or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477.

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Two thefts last week have police concerned

Mobile jewelry thieves target elderly ROCHELLE BAKER Abbotsford Times

roving band of jewelry thieves targeting seniors has returned to the community warn Abbotsford Police. In two instances last week, two older men had their jewelry stolen after being approached on the street, said Const. Ian MacDonald. On May 22, an 85-year-old man was walking in the 30600 block of Blueridge Drive at 1:30 p.m. when a woman got out a vehicle to

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The new economy needs quick minds unny days are here once again and hope springs anew! The eternal optimism of the entrepreneur has been and will continue to be the key to business growth here in British Columbia, where in 2011 a staggering 98 per cent of all enterprises were considered small businesses, and 82 per cent of those had less than five employees. Taking nothing away from our potentially rich resource economy, micro entrepreneurship will drive the new economy in this millennium. There is so much opportunity in the myriad of applications that the digital world, bio-technology and the sciences has brought us. Even here in Abbotsford, where we tend to think about agriculture and aerospace as leading sectors, there is a burgeoning group of small businesses with humble beginnings feeding off of tech innovations in corners of these industries. New ideas and challenges lead to positive change. Anything remaining constant will become stale and out-of-date, much more quickly in the new economy. As my six-year-old son told me the other day, “The funny stuff you say is getting kind of boring.” I have to say, that was a bit of a shock to me. I knew it was coming but thought I had until

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Guest column he was 12 or so before I became that “old fashioned.” (However, a “friend” of mine wondered why it took my son as long as it did to figure that out; but I digress). The industrial age taught us to specialize and focus in very specific areas in order to attain job security. The new economy will require us to be nimble and agile; able to adapt quickly to the ever-increasing pace of change. There is a very real and growing need for innovators in even the most staid and conventional areas of business. Where members of the team that are naturally attracted to solving problems and enjoy an ever-changing set of tasks and projects will flourish. So how does this affect me as a father of six- and eight-yearold children, whom I am doing my best to groom into responsible, contributing members of our society? My goal is that they will be equipped with very fundamental life skills, like emotional and inter-personal intelligences, giving them the ability to lead other smart people by communicating and influencing effectively.

Beyond that, I want them to develop solid decision making and problem solving skills. Candidly, I don’t really care what course of study they choose beyond that, providing it brings them passion and excitement, and enthusiasm to learn more. By the way, some of you parents with kids labeled with an attention disorder, or some such seeming inability to focus on one thing for very long, might just be raising the next bright innovator, destined to create some startling product that solves a problem and advances an entire industry. If you don’t believe me, just do a Google search for some of the most famous entrepreneurs and other agents-of-change and you’ll be amazed at some of their stories. The worst thing we can do for our kids, in my view, is try to map out a full career path for them, telling them to focus on getting a degree as their one ticket to a long term secure job. A degree could very well be a great start, but it’s obvious the information age we are now in will require a penchant for lifelong learning. And as I plan on telling my six year old, that will make life anything but boring! ■ Patrick Giesbrecht is a senior partner with Giesbrecht Goodrich and Co, a media, marketing and communications firm in Abbotsford. E-mail your feedback to Patrick@ggandco.ca.

bbotsford reached an important milestone on Saturday when it hosted its first pride parade. The Fraser Valley Youth Society has held Walk Away from Homophobia events in previous years, but organizers wanted a more life-affirming public event to emphasize the idea that everyone, not matter how they identify themselves, are equally important citizens of Abbotsford. More than 500 people ignored rain clouds to walk together through the heart of our socially conservative community. But maybe it’s time to soften that hard image of ourselves. We are much more than that. The pride parade included people of all ages and orientations – parents, kids, friends, lesbians, gays, transgendered, queers and just plain regular folk. There was a small church presence from the United Church and the Lighthouse of Hope. Abbotsford Police officers – some on their day off – took part in the upbeat event, joining hands with hundreds of participants in a giant circle of friendship at the start of the walk. There were no ugly scenes on the way to city hall – passing motorists honked and spectators waved at the rainbow flag-carrying, bubble-blowing marchers. New Abbotsford South MLA Darryl Plecas was there, as well as Green Party rep Aird Flavelle. Mayor Bruce Banman, the sole member of the city council there, welcomed the marchers at the civic centre rally. Although he didn’t use the actual word ‘gay,’ he spoke of the city’s commitment to make it a safe, welcoming and inclusive home for all of its youth. While other council members were not seen, we are certain they must have had other previous obligations. Maybe they’ll be there next year. Participants included LGBTQ people who grew up here, but left when they were teens because they were rejected, bullied, disowned. They came back, with their families and their encouragement to support LGBTQ Abbotsford youth. There were parents, families and friends who came with a simple declaration – we love all our kids. That’s a message we are proud to repeat.

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We’re destroying our life supports Editor, the Times:

It was discouraging to hear a recent news report this month suggesting more coal could be shipped out of Delta Port and that the Fraser River could be used for more commercial shipping. In the same news report, we heard of higher levels of flooding in rivers, now happening every year, whereas the same area might flood once in a decade. The statistics are available but seem to be ignored, and there’s no official effort made to determine the cause. Many times it is human actions. If inhabitants of this planet do not stop intensive mining and deforestation of mountains and other areas, we will destroy nature’s way of absorbing rain and melting snows by the forest tree roots, as well as compromising solid underground areas with mining. We are hearing more and more reports about sink holes, landslides and floods, so it’s time to make some changes. These are only a few things intensified by humans, let alone oil, gas and pipelines, while some natural energy such as solar is basically ignored. Hopefully those entrusted with making the right decisions will do so before we reach the dreaded ‘point of no return.’ Lilah Rauh Mission

Media targeting the wrong subject Editor, the Times:

Rob Ford is not an attractive man, and media portrays him like a buffoon. He may be, but this current frenzy is a blot on the media more than it is on the mayor of Toronto. Christie Blatchford in the National Post quotes from a Charles Bogue, …”when someone’s personal reputation is at stake, simple human decency if not journalistic professionalism, ought to dictate particular care in sourcing any allega-

TO INCLUDE YOUR LETTER, use our online form at www.abbotsfordtimes.com or contact us by e-mail at letters@abbotsfordtimes.com. Letters must include first/ last names, hometown and be fewer than 200 words. tion, since informants may have many and diverse motives other than a pristine dedication to the truth for feeding a juicy story to a journalist . . . The (Toronto) Star has very conspicuously run, without any form of corroboration, a story it obtained from a couple of professional criminals . . . ” Where is the sustained media frenzy and fury over the $585 million that the past premier of Ontario, Dalton McGuinty cost the province over his crass, selfserving cancellation of two power plants. It all depends on bias, not on objective data. Rob Ford makes such an easy target. Gerda Peachey Abbotsford

Language provocative and uncalled for Editor, the Times: Re: Times, May 28 Kevin Francis, Approval & acceptance at Abbotsford’s Pride Parade By all accounts the recent Abbotsford gay pride parade was a success. The demonstration went well with no interruptions or opposition and everyone seemed to be pleased at least until the letter from Kevin Francis. Apparently there was no interference from those who hold opposing views, so I have to wonder why he found it necessary to stoop to name calling using provocative terms like “bigots,” “intolerants” and “religious zealots” when by his own admission they weren’t even there. I can see we have a long way to go. Jack Ellis Abbotsford

There’s plenty to do in Abbotsford Editor, the Times:

Re: The Province May 24,

Abbotsford being in the running for the “most boring city” I moved to Abbotsford four years ago from Vancouver. This city is far from boring. There are beautiful farms with fresh produce. Blueberries, strawberries and raspberries are everywhere in the summer. We even have a strawberry festival. There’s a lake in the middle of the city. There’s Sumas Mountain for your hiking and mountainbiking needs. Still bored? The Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre features lots of great entertainment; Carrie Underwood performed there last week. Still bored? Head 20 minutes east to Chilliwack, which has lots of mountains and lakes to explore. Still bored? You can’t be helped. Trisha van Diepen Abbotsford

Facebook & tweets posted this week FACEBOOK TOPIC: Drug users launch lawsuit against city for anti-harm reduction bylaw Angie Korkowski: “Drug use” endangers lives. . .period. Detox and recovery are the way of freedom . . . not safe injection sites. Carrie Besko: Of course [drug use endangers lives] but until then, any safety helps. Imagine if it was a member of your family going through a tough time? Everyone has a story and everyone suffers. Why not help where we can? Brittany Johnson: It’s

their sh***y life choice to do drugs, we shouldn’t have to be financially responsible for it. Whatever happened to everyone being responsible for their own selves? We should offer free drug rehab and nothing more! Diabetics don’t choose to have diabetes, yet they pay for their own needles. And a group of people who made the choice to do drugs, get them for free. Makes a lot of sense doesn’t it! Anne Graham: Tell them to go to some other city that has the services they are looking for or build a detox center so they can try and end their problems. I have already had a break in here and they got all our electronic gadgets, and I am constantly losing stuff like bicycles and my aluminum rimmed spare tire disappeared the night I took it out to make room for the grandparents’ luggage when I drove them to the airport. I don’t appreciate any funding that perpetrates the “criminal” lifestyle most drug addicts have. I hate to say it (because I am famous for being a crank!) but I agree with our city council on this one. Todd Vandenbroecke: Helping these people on the path to recovery is the answer, not outcasting them and shaming them. Not telling them to go away. You don’t understand what it’s like for a user, which I might point out I am not and never have been, but it’s not like you can just say, “Hey, today I am going to stop using!” Ask someone addicted to smoking just how hard that is, and that’s not even compared to a drug user! Take that and multiply it by 100, that might just come close. For some it wasn’t their choice. All these people want is the same access to help the rest of our country has given them as their basic human right. We are all human, it’s time we start helping one another.

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ale Secondary student Ji Sup Kim has made the cut and is off to his first National Chemistry Olympiad Training Camp. The talented Grade 12 scientist is invited to join an elite group of students from

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Yale Secondary’s Ji Sup Kim is headed to a national training camp for super elite science students hoping to make the cut to go to the World Chemistry Olympiad in Russia this summer.

at the World Chemistry Olympiad in Moscow, Russia. Ji Sup attended the training camp last year and just missed the cut-off for the final selection but he did get selected for the Canadian Physics Olympiad team. As part of his brain training, Ji Sup completed advanced placement chemistry, physics B, biology and calculus AB while still in Grade 11. This year, he is taking advanced placement calculus BC, physics C (electricity, magnetism and mechanics) and psychology. And in his spare time, Ji Sup even has attended some classes at the University of the Fraser Valley to give himself an additional edge over his rivals, said Cheri Smith, the head of Yale Secondary’s science department. “I’m quite hopeful auditing the university organic chemistry course will improve his chances of making the team for the international competition,” said Smith. Yale Secondary’s advanced placement chemistry program has produced a number of Olympiad camp members over the past two decades, including five Canadian team members who went on to help win a silver and two bronze medals.

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spring. This was possible, in part because the L.I.N.C Society has been contracted by the District of Mission to water the baskets for the entire community to enjoy; as they stroll, sip and shop in downtown Mission.

Kudos to the District for investing yet again in our community! A special thank you to Sharon Fletcher, Senior Planner and Michael Younie, Development Services, who stood up for the MDBA to request the financial support needed to cover the costs for the watering of these baskets. Without their personal staff support and appeal to City Council for financial aid, these beautiful baskets would not have been possible for the MDBA to maintain. “A huge thank you must also go to the self-sacrificing MDBA board members, like President, Dr. Lyndon Balisky, Vice President, Carlo Billinger and Kathi Liebe who volunteered their time to unload and hang the 64 moss flower baskets” said MDBA Executive Director,

Ronda Cushnie. Not to be overlooked, was all the hard work from Tami Klassen, owner of Magnolias on Main who not only spent her valuable time sourcing the best price for these flower baskets but also helped unload (despite having a bad back) and once again, as she has done in the past, will volunteer her time planting new flowers in the street planters. This hard working former board member is still very committed to her downtown and much appreciated by those who know her and her well established flower shop on First Avenue. “We are happy to contribute our time and energies with beautifying the downtown. These floral arrangements will delight everyone, especially as they will be in full bloom during the annual community event, Missionfest on August 10th, 2013 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.” said MDBA President, Dr. Lyndon Balisky. He added, “We are very grateful to Mayor Adlem and all the City Counselors at the District of Mission for taking ownership of the streets in downtown Mission and continuing to commit to the revitalization plan.”

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Mennonite history

June 1 at 7 p.m. at Level Ground Mennonite Church, 31216 King Road, Abbotsford, Dr. Royden Loewen, University of Winnipeg, will present a lecture: Old Colony Mennonites: Traveling with the Horse and Buggy Mennonites in Bolivia: Creating Cultures of Peace. Eric Dreger, Vancouver photojournalist, will present a photo essay entitled: What is a Mennonite? A Photo Essay of the Mennonites of Shipyard, Belize. All are welcome.

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, one of a kind items, 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.

Librarian for seniors

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 work-

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. shop 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, afternoon blackberry wine tasting. Pre-register at 604820-0220. $25 members/ $30 non-members.

Friends of the Reach and $44 for future Friends. Advance tickets only. Call The Reach at 604-864-8087 for details.

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.

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.

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.

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ake a passionate dash of Carmen by Bizet, blend in the perfect and fun-loving resonance of the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra strings, season with lots of rhythmic and timely percussion, and sprinkle with graceful yet powerful movements of the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance and you have the delicious makings of Carmen . . . and Other Works. Presented by Calvin Dyck and the AYO at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium June 1 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., this is Carmen with all the favourite well-known and wellloved tunes garnished in a way Bizet would never have imagined, and with a sly grin and twinkle in the eye. A fiery dish of fantastic music - The Carmen Suite, by living Russian composer Rodion Shchedrin, “is such an inspiring and tongue-incheek rendition of Bizet’s opera Carmen,” says Dyck, artistic director and conductor of the AYO.

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Calvin Dyck, left, will be conducting the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra for Carmen for two shows on June 1 at MCA. “It was in 1966, during the height of the Cold War, that Shchedrin wrote The Carmen Suite for his wife Maya Plisetskaya. “It’s a refreshing look at the opera, an ironic twist, com-

Showtime Events Festival of the Voice

May 31, Joy Vox Choir presents an amazing night of choral music at 7:30 p.m. at the Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave., Mission, featuring Joy Vox, Voce Destino, Coquitlam Celebration Choir, Serenata Singers and Tangerine Quartet. Tickets are $15 at the box office, children under 12 are free.

Strings Attached

June 7, Abbotsford pianist Mel Bowker and German pianist Johannes Weber will be performing a variety concert at Central Heights Church at 7 p.m. with Calvin Dyck, Lorin Friesen and Stan Gubiotti on violins. Mozart’s Sonata in D and Fugue (K448 & 426) will be featured along with light classics and hymn arrangements. Tickets ($15/adults, $12/seniors, $10/students/child) are available at House of James, King’s Music and at the door.

Dewdney Pub

June 1, Cory Lavigne 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. David “Hurricane” Hoerl “Canada’s top harp blower” and the Holligans perform June 16. Call 604-826-4762 for details.

Rule, Britannia

June 9, the Fraser Valley Symphony with Lindsay Mellor conducting present a Rule, Britannia Concert at the Matsqui Centen-

Family arts day

June 9, 1 – 3 p.m., families of all ages, sizes and abilities are invited to attend Sunday Family Arts at The Reach, 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford, to create art projects together, inspired by current exhibtions. Families will work as a team to promote sharing ideas, communication skills and growing everyone’s artistic confidence. Due to the dynamic nature of each session it’s important to arrive on time and with all family members dressed appropriately for messy projects. Call 604 864-8087 to register. It’s free.

Vacancy in Paradise

The actors of Abbotsford Christian School once again grace the stage in Vacancy in Paradise. When Wally Bigeloew stops in at the run down Paradise Glen, he falls head over heels for the owner’s daughter. Wally then begins a campaign to promote the romance of the Paradise Glen. Women flock from all over, and hilarity ensues. With a sailor, a hobo, a high strung teen, and an overprotective Russian, Vacancy in Paradise is sure to be fun for the entire family. Performed at Abbotsford Christian Secondary, 35011 Old Clayburn Rd., Abbotsford on May 31, June 1, 5, 7 & 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance (at the school), $10 at the door.

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program it for the AYO here in Abbotsford.” Audiences have come to know, from 12 years of Songs Strings & Steps shows, that Dyck loves a challenge, originality, creativity, adventure and surprises. “ T h i s y e a r,” h e s a y s , “instead of doing a Songs Strings & Steps production, the AYO went on tour to Vancouver Island. The highlight was a performance with the Vancouver Island Symphony. We want to give the kids with the AYO the challenge of this wonderful piece of music while offering the audience a concert filled with passion, humour, intimacy and beauty.”

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Inside Out at the Kariton Gallery Insight Out, featuring a collection of abstract paintings in cold wax and oil by local artist Kathleen Menges opens Friday at the Kariton Gallery. Insight Out reflects Menges’ focus on how intuition moves us in the creative process, allowing her to “tap into a subconscious level and express what comes.” “I approach painting in a meditative fashion,” says Menges, “preparing myself to be open and receptive, hence the name of this show: ‘Insight Out.’” Within each painting a story is revealed through countless layers of paint and wax. A resident of Abbotsford, Menges is a multiple disciplinary artist working mostly in abstract, from cold wax and oil, encaustics, mixed media, sculpting and Trompe-l’oeil. The show runs May 31 to June 25 at the Kariton Art Gallery in Mill Lake Park at 2387 Ware St. Hours are Tuesday to Friday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Menges will be present at a reception on Sunday at 2 p.m. Call 604-852-9358 or e-mail abbotsfordartscouncil@gmail. com for more details.

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MEI Elementary School held a Heart to Heart celebration May 24, after raising more than $41,000 to rebuild a school and orphanage in Haiti, above. Upper right, (from left) Coun. Henry Braun and Mayor Bruce Banman attend a ground breaking for a Habitat for Humanity project on Farmer Road on May 11. Below, MEI Grade 5 student Nicholas Foster, getting his head shaved, raised $2,820 for the school’s Heart to Heart Haiti project.

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MEI’s girl’s quartet, Olivia Moorehouse, left, Marie Siemens, Julie Bulawka and Krista Alexander sing with the Moonlighter’s Big Band, with proceeds going to the Run for Water.

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GUARD, from page A1 While Basra had the right to not answer police questions, “he does not have the right to mislead the police,” Brown said. He said the offence involved deception and deceit, which was also a concern. Brown said he would have expected Basra to tell a supervisor about the allegations before he was charged, but the information did not come to light until Brown received a letter from the Crown in 2006. “This was a man I had a lot of difficulty trusting,” he said. Other staff also had problems trusting Basra. Brown said some staff members reported feeling uncomfortable working with Basra, or believed that Basra’s presence could compromise their safety. Although there were no incidents during the 10 months that Basra was in admissions and discharge, Brown said he still had concerns. A plan was in place to manage risk, but anything could happen. Brown terminated Basra following an internal investigation that found Basra violated the standards of professional conduct and code of discipline. Brown said Canadians have high expectations of peace officers and such incidents reflect negatively on the Correctional Service of Canada. The hearing is expected to last until Friday.

Amnesty – a good way to get rid of firearms GUNS, from page A3 front counter at the department with any kind of weapon, that freaks everybody out.” Kidding aside, MacDonald said the amnesty period is a good way for people to get rid of firearms or any other weapon they may have in their possession that they feel uncomfortable having in the house. During a similar initiative in 2006, APD collected 200 plus firearms and assorted weapons, said MacDonald. However, he stressed people can contact APD anytime to safely dispose of weapons they don’t want. Even if it’s a rocket launcher. In 2011, a family turned over a cache of guns and the functional 1970s-era combat weapon after inheriting it following the death of a relative who collected firearms and military artifacts.

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Rick Hansen Secondary school faced Collingwood of West Vancouver in the High School Senior Boy’s Double-A Rugby Provincials Wednesday at Rotary Stadium in Abbotsford. Collingwood beat Hansen 41-17 to advance. Yale and Robert Bateman played in Triple-A late Wednesday. Details were not available at press deadline.

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Heritage Park Secondary in Mission, in green, battled Rockridge in Double-A boy’s rugby action Wednesday morning at Rotary Stadium. Rockridge of West Vancouver squeaked by Heritage Park 18-13 to advance.

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Taylor hot in Vcr. Shootout bbotsford’s Nick Taylor continued to prove he is head and shoulders above the rest of the field on the Vancouver Golf Tour Friday when he claimed the VGT – Golf West Vancouver Shootout title, his fifth straight win on the tour. The Shootout, now in its second year, featured 10 players teeing off together on the nine-hole Gleneagles Golf Course with one player eliminated after each hole either by picking up the high score or, to break ties, losing a closest-to-the-pin competition from a pre-determined location. Taylor’s win came just days after he claimed the VGT Sandpiper Open in Chilliwack, his third win in a row at

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wisters gymnast Steven Chaplin, of Mission, captured all-around gold in the Canadian National Gymnastics Championship last week in Ottawa. Chaplin competed at the junior level. Cohen Kiers and Dawson Friesen of Abbotsford (National Youth) placed 24th and 27th all-around respectively. Zachary Clay of Chilliwack and Ken Ikeda of Abbotsford competed at the senior level. Clay placed 12th all-around and Ikeda placed fifth on parallel bars (he did not compete all-around). On the girl’s side, Ashlynn

a VGT Major Series event. Two North Vancouver stars also teed it up at Gleneagles, falling just a little short of the championship finale. Eugene Wong was knocked out on the seventh hole, losing a putt-off that came after all four remaining golfers tied on the hole. Bryn Parry made his exit one hole later, losing a chip-off on Hole 8 that broke a three-way tie. The Shootout is a joint venture between the District of West Vancouver, Golf West Vancouver and the Vancouver Golf Tour. Taylor picked up $1,000 for his victory.

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SANDHU, Harcharan Singh Apr 05, 1954 - May 23, 2013 Harcharan Singh Sandhu was born on April 5, 1954 and passed away on May 23, 2013. He is greatly missed by his wife Jaspal, son Navi, daughter in law Jaime, granddaughter Kailyn, daughter Robin, son in law Hardeep, grandson Rhashawn, mother Mohinder Kaur, 2 brothers, 5 sisters and nieces & nephews. May he rest in peace with his father Mohinder Singh, best friend Barlaj Singh & aunt Rajinder Kaur. In our hearts always & forever. Funeral will be held on Saturday, June 1 at 10 am at Woodlawn Funeral Home in Abbotsford followed by a prayer at the Mission Sikh Temple. Thank you to all family and friends for their support.

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Abbotsford lost a pioneer with the peaceful passing of Jessie Rebecca Keys (nee Mathers) on May 23 after a valiant fight with cancer. She leaves to mourn her loving family: daughter Rita (Mike), sons George (Deborah), Robert (Linda), and Russell (Vivian). Also survived by her loving grandchildren, Kirsten (Burke), Spencer (Veronica), Shantel (Otumara), Bryn (Holly), Matthew (Jennifer), Jenine (Jeremy), Joshua and Amelia. Jessie also leaves behind her brother Charlie, sister Olive, sister in-law Eda and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jessie was predeceased by her devoted husband Herman in 2001, as well as sister Grace and brothers Art, Bob, and Don. Jessie was the youngest of seven children born to David and Jessie Mathers, on the family farm in Straiton on Sumas Mountain before the time of running water, indoor plumbing or central heat. She attended the one-room Straiton School, Matsqui Middle for grade nine, and graduated from Philip Sheffield High School in 1943. During the war years Jessie worked at the Abbotsford Hotel (next to the Elks), Nelson’s Hardware and Sporting Goods (Paliotti’s) and the Teddy Bear Café (beneath Bikrim’s Yoga), in old Abbotsford. She loved spending her free time with her friends and attending the many area dances. Jessie married Herman in 1947 and soon settled on their four-acre egg production farm on Marshall Road. Jessie was an exceptional homemaker while also being an active partner working the farm. She also found time to be active in community service, specifically, the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary. In her retirement years she enjoyed world travel, lawn and alley bowling, gardening, and keeping up an active social life with family and friends. Researching family history was a passion and she was a founding member of the MSA Museum Society. Trinity Memorial United Church remained a central focus throughout her life both as a member and contributor. A Celebration of Jessie’s life will be held at Trinity Memorial United at 33737 George Ferguson Way at 1 pm, Friday May 31. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Arthritis Society of Canada, Cyrus Centre, Abbotsford Hospice or the charity of your choice. The family extends special thanks to Dr. Cappon, the many Fraser Health Home Support workers and the Christine Morrison Hospice for their gentle, caring support in their mother’s final days. First Memorial Aldergrove 604.857.0111

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INTEGRATED MEDIA CONSULTANT The Abbotsford & Mission Times has an immediate opening for a full-time experienced Advertising Executive. Utilizing your strong outside sales experience you will be responsible for: • selling creative display advertising & new digital innovations to NEW clients in Abbotsford & Mission (newspaper, magazines, daily deals, print & deliver, & digital products) • developing successful advertising programs & new initiatives • prospecting and securing new business • meeting or exceeding client expectations & corporate objective This position requires great attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and the personality to excel in our deadline-driven environment. Strong communication skills are essential to your success. The ideal candidate will possess: • previous media sales experience, or recent sales / marketing diploma • passion for community involvement • proven track record of success • strong written and verbal communication skills • willingness to work as part of a winning sales team • valid B.C. drivers license and reliable vehicle • self-motivation and a desire to WIN If you are interested in this position; Please e-mail your resume and cover letter in confidence to: Shaulene Burkett, Sales Manager sburkett@abbotsfordtimes.com No later than Friday, June 14, 2013

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TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR STUDENTS Today's college students are busier than ever before. Tuition hikes and higher cost of living has forced many college students to work part-time jobs in addition to their full-time jobs as students. In addition to the need to work, college students are also embracing extracurricular activities in an attempt to make themselves stand out in an increasingly competitive post-college job market. While that ability to multi-task might one day prove attractive to prospective employers, it's an ability many students must learn. Time is often a commodity for college students, and managing time effectively can make the difference between a successful student and one who is overwhelmed by stress. • Learn to prioritize. For some college students, the weekend is the ultimate priority. Though this might be a recipe for fun, it's not a recipe for success. Prioritizing both academic and social commitments is a very important step for students looking to manage time more effectively. First and foremost, school should be a student's top priority. After studies, it's up to a student to choose what's the next most important priority. • Don't over-extend. Many students love college for the very reason that there is so much to do. In an effort to ensure all students make the most of their college experiences, colleges and universities provide many different avenues by which students can express themselves and become a part of the college community's fabric. However, with all those activities, it's easy for college kids to go overboard and overcommit themselves. Attempting to do too much can lead to feelings of stress and burnout, often resulting in poorer academic performance. When managing time, college students should schedule some daily time to relax and take a breather. • Keep a planner. Daily planners might seem very adult, but they're also very practical. Students with academic, extracurricular and social commitments should write things down in a daily planner to help keep their heads from spinning. • Stay as flexible as possible. While today's busy college students might scoff at the suggestion they stay flexible, flexibility is an important element of time management. Few plans ever go off without a hitch, no matter how well planned they are. Something unexpected tends to pop up around every corner. By remaining flexible with their time, students are putting themselves in positions to better handle these unexpected surprises, be it a sickness, a computer crash, car troubles, etc.

To advertise in Education call 604-850-9600


A24 THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013 THE TIMES

EMPLOYMENT 1210

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™

1232

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

Job Listings, From A-Z

1235

Farm Workers

1240

General Employment

MARKETPLACE 2055

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, twis ting & other misc. greehouse duties. Employment starts June 20th.

• 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

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

1240

General Employment

GRAPHIC DESIGNER required for printing press. Must be experienced in Corel 6 and Photoshop. Excellent customer service skills a must. Part time position will lead to full time. clearcraftprinter@gmail.com

LABOURERS WANTED for local fabrication shop. Fax resume to 604-852-5614. LABOURERS REQUIRED for roofing crew. Long hours & hard work. Lve mess 604-870-8890 Versa Home Reno. (Langley) seeks F/T Painter. High Sch Dipl. & min 3 yrs exp. req’d. $24/hr. E-Res: versahomereno2013@gmail.com WELDER REQUIRED for steel fabrication shop. Fax resume to 604-852-5614.

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

Place ads online @ classifieds.abbotsfordtimes.com

FEATURED EMPLOYMENT POSITIONS STILL AVAILABLE

APPLY TODAY Email: info@cultus.com Fax: 604-858-2934 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.

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.

1293

Social Services

DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT

(Box Office and Publicity), Theatre

SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST INTERNATIONAL RECRUITER AND EVENTS ASSISTANT 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/

2135

“Family owned and operated since 1975”

Wanted to Buy

SEED POTATOES

FARM EQUIPMENT WANTED. farm tractors, back hoe & equip, any cond. Call collect 1-604-794-7139 or 795-0412

OPEN DAILY

SPORTS CARDS Serious buyer will pay $$ for pre 1970 sports cards in good condition. Paul 604-514-3844

7 VARIETIES

8AM TO 6PM

5486 Riverside St.

To advertise call

(Corner of Harris & Riverside) MATSQUI VILLAGE

2020

604-850-9600 Auctions

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

1310

Trades/Technical

WELDER/INSTALLER Aluminum manufacturer has an opening for the welder/installer position. Competitive wage and growth opportunity. Construction experience is an asset. Email to info@ignsystems.ca

To advertise in the Classifieds call

PUBLIC AUCTION:

Pet Services

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

HIMALAYAN Show Cats 5+yrs M/F 250.00 Kittens 500.00 up Approved homes with NO cats Port Moody 604-939-1231

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

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION ! 604-724-7652

3508

Dogs

4060

Metaphysical

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

Mobile: #4486 www.truepsychics.ca

June 22nd - 9 AM 80-100 CARS, LIGHT TRUCKS & RV’s

6780 Glover Rd., Langley B.C.

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

EDUCATION 1410

1410

Education

FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES – ONLY $67!

Langley: June 15 or July 6 Surrey: Every Saturday Also M.Ridge • Bby • Van • Rcmd • Coq Health Inspector Instructors! ADVANCE Continuing Education BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice Since 2003!

www.foodsafe-courses.com

604-272-7213

1403

Education

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job Board! Funding options. Apply online, www.IHESchool.com 1-866-399-3853

PB KANE Corso ready, m/f, dew claws/tails, 1st/2nd shots, deworm, $1500, 604-802-8480 PB STD Apricot poodle avail for stud $400. 4lb pb fawn chihuahua for stud $500. 604-607-5003 PURE Bred Bull Terrier, with papers, female, blk/white, 11/mo, all shots $1800, 604-831-0631

a recipe for success

Learn the Fundamentals of Professional Cooking We offer

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

CASCADE

Culinary Arts School 35190 Delair Road, Abbotsford Telephone: 604-556-7000

www.culinaryartsabbotsford.ca

604-850-9600 604-630-4500

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5040

Business Opps/ Franchises

A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity

*Annual starting revenue of $12,000-$120,000 *Guaranteed cleaning contracts *Professional training provided *Financing available *Ongoing support *Low down payment required Contact Coverall of BC A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning!

604.434.7744 • info@coverallbc.com

www.coverallbc.com

5070

Money to Loan Need Cash Today? Own a Vehicle?

Borrow Up To $25,000

Career Services/Job Search

CHEF TRAINING

Call ! Today

GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups CKC reg, vet ck’d, ch parents, health tested. Ph 604-794-3786

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

Find great training courses in the Classifieds!

or fax

3507

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

3, 6 and 12-month programs

www.plea.ca caregiving@plea.bc.ca

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

Furniture

Vintage Dining tbl/6 chrs, buffet/ hutch, coffee tbl, dark cherry, like new, $700 obo, 604-702-1107

HOWARD WONG FARMS

Now Hiring

FLAGPERSONS & LANE CLOSURE TECHS

2075

Food Products

3540

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.

3520

Livestock/ Poultry

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

3540

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

Horses

ALLWEATHER COVER, fits custom horse trailer, with metal stall dividers, $200. 604-534-0575

3535

No Credit Checks! Cash same day, local office

Pet Services

7005

Body Work

KATHERINE 43 604-557-9890

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

7015

Escort Services

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

restriction apply

The Fox Den @ Metro Town 100 Vancouver Escorts online

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

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THE TIMES THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2013 A25

GARAGE SALES REAL ESTATE 2080

Garage Sale

3767 Lauren Court, Sat. June 1, 8 AM - 2 PM. Multi-family garage sale. Furniture, clothes and shoes, toys, housewares, decor, workshop items, light fixtures (new), coffee tables, couches, recliners, etc. No musical instruments. Rain or Shine.

ABBOTSFORD MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE 20 + Families ★Sat June 1st, 9-2★ 2767 Townline Rd (Indoor at the St.James/ St.Annes Elementry School) Household items, kids stuff

2080

Garage Sale

Abbotsford

4256 Old Clayburn Rd Garage Sale Saturday June 1 9 am to 12 noon Misc household items

CLEARBOOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YARD SALE Sunday, June 2 10am to 2pm 3614 Clearbrook Rd, Abbotsford

Many great items new, used and old!

Real Estate Services

6005

THINKING of Selling your Home? I have Great Ideas! Call Steve Peters 778-201-9146 RE/MAX.

6008

GARAGE SALE Sat June 1, 8am-3pm

6008-02

Unit 1 - 32777 Chilcotin Dr

Tons of kids indoor/outdoor toys, clothes, furniture, household items.

GARAGE SALE Empty your Garage Fill Your Wallet

MAKE IT A SUCCESS! Call 604-850-9600 Let everyone know when!

WEST ABBY VINTAGE TAG SALE Sat June 1st 9am - 4pm Unit # 102 - 31234 Wheel Ave

(Westcoast Prehung Doors across from Bent Nail Warehouse) Linens, furniture, quilts, antiques, items for the garden, crafts, plants and much more.

RENTALS 6505

Apartments & Condos

1BDRM/1BTH ABBOTSFORD Central, 5 appl, N/S,N/P, July 1st. $850. Call 604-755-8269

6508

Apt/Condos

1 BR, $645, Mission. quiet bldg, coin laundry, avail Now, Bob 604-302-8676 or 604-826-5147

PARK TERRACE

$50 off / month for the first year Spacious Reno’d Bach, 1, 2, 3 BR suites. Heat & hot water included. Walk Score = 75 Call 604-530-0030

6602

2 BR or as 1 BR Abby, near Townline Rd & Upper Maclure ns/ np, 604-852-3406, 807-2553 2 BR ste, Abbots, $650/mo, Now, nr schl & bus, ns/np, no w/d, ref. 604-308-5301, 778-240-4796

2BDRM / 1BTH 5155-256 St. Utilities included, 1300 sq ft. on acreage. $1,100 monthly. Call: (604) 308-2399 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

www.cycloneholdings.ca

6540

Houses - Rent

3BDRM/2BTH. 45438 Bernard Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C. Walking distance to hospital, Prospera Centre, elementary school. No Pets. $1,150 monthly. Email: batchison49@msn.com

6555

Suites/Partial Houses

6605

Townhouses Rent

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

Mobiles/Pads

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

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

6565

6008-06

Chilliwack

6020

6020-01

Real Estate

At WE BUY HOMES We CASH YOU OUT FAST! We Also Take Over Your Payments Until Your Home is Sold. No Fees! No Risk! Call us First! (604)- 626-9647 www.webuyhomesbc.com

6020-02

Abbotsford

RICK EDEN

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

3 BR = 11/2 Baths - 2 Levels 1,100 sq.ft. and a fenced back yard For more info call Mike at 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or Email: wb@raamco.ca WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES 9252 Hazel St. Chilliwack. BC Move-In Incentive! Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family-Oriented.

6052

Lots & Acreage

Real Estate Investment

Chilliwack

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

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

6035

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

6065

Mobile Homes

2 BR MOBILE HOME, Gardeners Dream! Pond, Creek, etc. Newly upgraded, South Surrey, $29,900. 604-996-5565

Recreation Property

For your manufactured homes

BEST LAKE FRONT FROM VAN only 1 hr, nr Bellingham, 2,900 sft, 5 br, 4.5 bath, 19 yr old home. Beautiful low bank waterfront, $679,000. Call 604-734-1300

42 yrs with display homes on site A+ rating from the BBB 3229 - 200th St. Langley, B.C.

CULTUS LAKE HOLIDAY PARK, site #155, 60x35, storage shed, firepit, Bell dish, lawnmower, $77,900. 604-596-7060

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

HATZIC LAKE 1 hr drive from Vanc, 2 vacant lots 1 is lakefront $65K is for both 604-302-3527 see uSELLaHOME.com id5588

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

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

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

LOT & Trailer. This little gem is located 120 miles from Van, pool - C.H, hiking, fishing, history of Caretaker, maint $775/yr, $30,000 obo. Lot 33 - 30860 Trans Canada Hwy Yale BC. Ph 1-604-792-6764

BROOKSWOOD HOMES LTD

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

6020-14

604-530-9566

Langley/ Aldergrove

6008-14

Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

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

6008-18

New Westminster

Selling Your Home? Call

RICK EDEN 604-854-4888 FREE Property Evaluation

Landmark/Rick Eden Agencies

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

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

6020-34

6040

Okanagan/ Interior

Surrey

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

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

6050

Out Of Town Property

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

Dreaming of a New Home?

Richmond

STEVESTON VERY large 1284 sf 2br 2ba top fl condo amazing mtn views, $455K 604-275-7986 see uSELLaHOME.com id5376

6008-30

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

25 yr. Gold Master Medallion Recipient

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

NEWTON 723SF 1br ground level w/private entry, insuite laundry $139,900 604-984-8891 see uSELLaHOME.com id5546

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

FULLY finished 4,000+sf in Desirable Creekside on the Park, Abbotsford, 6 brs, 3.5 bath. Granite/ ss appl, a/c. $579K. 604.852.6951

Place ads online @

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

6035 GUILDFORD MAGNIFICENT 4952sf 10br 6.5ba back on creek, main floor master br, $729K 604-581-5541 see: uSELLaHOME.com id5506

We have 7 Playgrounds for your kids! And are “Pet-Friendly”

NEWLY RENOVATED $990 per month + utilities

6030

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

To place your ad call

Townhouses - Rent

6020-06

1 BDRM 1 bth spacious condo w/ open flr plan in Creekside Estates. $121,500. 604-852-8778 PropertyGuys.com id# 149826

6008-28

604-850-9600

Houses - Sale

Houses - Sale

Office/Retail Rent

OFFICE Space For Rent McCallum Towers. 77 sf. Available July 1st. Contact Dr. Lyne Piche, Registered Psychologist at 778-5526747 or drpiche@shaw.ca

6605

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

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

2BDRM/1BTH MOBILE home in the country. Enjoy country living at its finest. Near new, freshly painted mobile home, appls incld, N/S, no pets. Utilities not included $1,200 Monthly, email: bonnieboes@yahoo.ca

S. Surrey/ White Rock

Abbotsford

MULTI FAMILY Cedarbrooke Estates June 1st & 2nd 9 am - 4 pm 32339 7th Ave Mission V2V6T7

6008-42

6020

Condos/ Townhouses

MISSION

Abbotsford

Condos/ Townhouses

6008

6030

Lots & Acreage

2.75 ACRE executive lot Chwk Mtn build your dream home View! View! $389K 604-316-7775 see uSELLaHOME.com id5641

Check the Real estate section.

To advertise call 604-850-9600

Mobile Homes

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

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3,995 2,195 97 Pontiac FireFly $ auto, 167,000k................ 2,195 02 Chrysler Sebring $ 185,000k........................ 2,695 05 Chrysler Sebring $ Touring, 170,000k.......... 3,995 08 Buick Allure $ 127,000k......................... 7,995 08 Chevy Malibu $ 4cyl,119,000k ................. 7,995 98 Pontiac Fire Fly $ 170,000k, auto................ 2,195 02 Mercedes C240 $ 135,000k........................ 6,995 96 Acura 3.2 TL $ ......................................... 1,995 04 Saturn L300 S/W $ 135,000k........................ 3,995 99 Infinity QX4 $ 155,000k........................ 6,995 06 VW Jetta 2.5 $ 150,000k........................ 6,995 01 VW Jetta Wolfsburg $ 130,000k, 1.8T ............... 4,995 00 Honda Accord $ 4 cyl, auto ...................... 3,695 99 Toyota Pasaeo $ 135,000k, 5 Speed......... 3,695 07 Pontiac Wave $ 142,000k........................ 4,695 02 Honda Civic $ 173,000k........................ 3,695 06 Nissan Sentra SE $ 97,000k, ........................ 6,495 06 Toyota Camry Solara $ 135,000k, ....................... 7,995 140,000k........................

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HOME SERVICES 8080

Electrical

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

8105

Flooring/ Refinishing

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Repairs & Staining Installation Free Estimates

Century Hardwood Floors 604-376-7224 www.centuryhardwood.com

8160

Lawn & Garden

Spring Services

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

FREE ESTIMATES

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