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More deaths tied to ecstasy Toxic ingredient PMMA found in five B.C. victims Jeff NAGEL Black Press

In the wake of yet another ecstasy-related death of a young person, the Abbotsford Police Department is reiterating its concerns about the use of illicit drugs. A 16-year-old Langley boy died on Jan. 15 after taking ecstasy along with other pharmaceutical drugs, becoming the fifth such casualty in the

Lower Mainland in less than two months. Const. Ian MacDonald said the recent cases highlight the dangers of ingesting illegally made drugs with no guarantee of the ingredients or how one’s body will handle the effects. He said Abbotsford Police are continuing to make it a priority to investigate the source and distribution of the ecstasy that resulted in

the deaths of Tyler Miller, 20, and Cheryl McCormack, 17, of Abbotsford. “It’s important and meaningful to us,” he said. Tests now show five ecstasy-related deaths in B.C. over the past six months occurred because the party drug was tainted by a much more lethal component. The B.C. Coroners Service Continued on A5

MOUNTAIN RESCUE A3 Emergency crews get help from civilians to reach man in medical distress

Snow slows Valley

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Winter has been blasting through the eastern portion of the Fraser Valley, forcing school closures and transit cancellations, and creating nightmares for commuters. Residents of the eastern Fraser Valley, including Abbotsford, got approximately 10 centimetres of new snow Tuesday on top of 30 to 40 cm that had already fallen since Jan. 13. Officials have been warning drivers to avoid Highway 1 if possible. Students enjoyed a day home on Tuesday, and the opportunity to take sleds to the hills. Meanwhile, city snowplows worked around the clock to keep key roads open. Continued on A5

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Seven-year-old Tyler Schmidtke took advantage of Tuesday’s school closures, and a healthy dose of new snow, to go sledding down the hills at Abbotsford’s Exhibition Park.

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Gravel company to the rescue Emergency crews couldn’t get to snowed-in property Vikki HOPES Abbotsford News

When emergency responders had difficulty getting to a man who was in medical distress on Monday morning, an Abbotsford gravel company came to the rescue. Doug Lukiv, an electrician with Mainland Sand and Gravel, said the situation began at about 9:30 a.m., when an employee spotted a firetruck sliding down Sumas Mountain Road near Page Road. Mainland is located nearby on Cox Road – off Sumas Mountain Road – along the Fraser River on the north side of Sumas Mountain. The truck was having difficulty navigating the steep, narrow road due to the snow and ice that had accumulated over the weekend. Insp. Martin Sunderland of Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service (AFRS) said the department was responding to a “sickness call” at a remote residence, but could not make it all the way, nor could an ambulance that was sent to the scene. “They (the vehicles) were all kind of littering the road but nobody could make it to the home,” Lukiv said. Some employees of Mainland helped guide the firetruck onto their site, and then foreman Louie Szlovicsak offered assis-

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NewsBytes BACON DECISION FEB. 3 A B.C. Supreme Court justice will rule Feb. 3 whether he believes Jarrod Bacon and Wayne Scott of Abbotsford are guilty of drug conspiracy charges. The trial for the pair concluded last week in Vancouver with dramatic testimony from Bacon, 28. He and Scott, 55, were charged in November 2009 in Abbotsford with conspiracy to traffic cocaine after an undercover operation by the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit. Bacon has been in custody since his arrest, while Scott has been out on bail.

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A pickup equipped with chains was used to transport emergency personnel to a remote residence on Sumas Mountain, and deliver a sick man to a waiting ambulance. tance to the crew. Mainland had already prepped some of its vehicles for the weather conditions and had a 4x4 standing by with chains on its tires. Szlovicsak used the vehicle to transport some of the emergency responders and a stretcher up the hill to the home, which had a long driveway deep in snow.

The man, in his 60s, was treated on the scene and then loaded on the stretcher, with assistance from Fraser Valley Search and Rescue volunteers who had been called for assistance before Mainland got involved. He was then taken in the 4x4 to a waiting ambulance down the hill, and transported to hospital.

“As far as we know, he’s doing all right,” Sutherland said. He applauded the efforts of everyone involved. “The complex rescue illustrates the excellent spirit of cooperation that exists between the different local emergency services. It also shows how, when emergencies occur, civilians, such as those from Mainland, rise to the occasion.”

Budget: Separating wants from needs Staff will present council with financial options Kevin MILLS Abbotsford News

Abbotsford’s new council wants to separate wants from needs in order to create a leaner budget. During a special executive meeting, local politicians and staff focused on capital projects and utilities in order to shape a new 2012 financial plan. Jim Gordon, Abbotsford’s general manager of engineering and regional utilities, presented a proposed $6.95-million road resurfacing plan for 2012 that would allow 50 lane kilometres to be repaired at a cost of approximately $139,000 per kilometre. “It’s very important that we maintain that infrastructure at the optimal time. If we let it deteriorate ... we are faced with total road reconstruction and our costs could be 10 times as much,” said Gordon. Other expected yearly capital expenditures include close to $7 million to replace city service vehicles (garbage trucks, mowers, tractor, sweepers, etc.) and the replacement of Fire Hall 6 on West Railway. The expectation

Abbotsford council and city staff discuss budget. is to spend $300,000 to prepare the site and plan the new building in 2012 and another $6 million to construct it in 2013. A proposed urban trail, community park and the completion of the new library at Abbotsford Collegiate are other examples of capital expenditures. “The problem that we have is, even though we may have money in the DCC (development cost charges) funds to go and develop parks or trails, we actually can’t afford to maintain them ... I see a similar pattern

everywhere. We are going to have to have a serious look on our expenditure side,” said Coun. Henry Braun. The urban trail, which was set to cost $3.3 million, was put on hold last week by councillors, who wanted to see if the funds could be used for more important priority projects. Water, sewer and solid waste fees will likely all rise in 2012. The proposed increases would see the average Abbotsford home pay $862 per year ($385 for water, $257 sewer and $220 waste) compared to the 2011 average of $810 ($349 water, $246 sewer and 215 waste). All of these proposals are preliminary budget discussions, none of which have been approved by council. City manager Frank Pizzuto suggested a percentage plan which would show council what could be accomplished with various different tax scenarios including no tax increase for 2012, a one per cent increase, two per cent or more. More discussion is being planned, and council hopes to finalize a 2012 budget by the beginning of March.

An Abbotsford police officer was awarded the $2,000 Paul Tinsley Scholarship at Monday’s police board meeting. Const. Leisa Shea was presented with the award in recognition of her studies at Trinity Western University towards her master’s degree in leadership. Shea has been with the Abbotsford Police Department since 2000 and has served with the traffic unit, the Integrated Road Safety Unit and the patrol division. In 2008, she was recognized as the officer with the most impaired driving arrests in the Lower Mainland. She has also presented seminars for municipal police and the RCMP on impaired driving.

WIRELESS IN CANYON Drivers heading through the Fraser Canyon on Highway 1 will soon have wireless Internet and cellphone access. Telus is activating new wireless sites in the Canyon, bringing 4G mobile access to the corridor through a partnership with the provincial government. The company invested $4 million in the project.

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The first paycheques of 2012 may look lighter to many employees, thanks to rising payroll taxes imposed by Ottawa and Victoria. A family with children will now pay $128 in monthly premiums to the Medical Services Plan (MSP), an increase of $7 a month or $84 a year. E m p l oy m e n t Insurance (EI) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) premiums are also going up by $306, with the employee covering $142 of that. MSP premiums are up 18.5 per cent in two years and the jump in EI/CPP premiums is the second biggest since 1994. Many families can also expect to pay more because of rate increases from BC Hydro and ICBC. BC Ferries has meanwhile increased its fuel surcharge last month and a twocent gas tax hike in Metro Vancouver for TransLink takes effect in April.

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“We had a fair amount of snow the last couple of nights and we have all of our equipment and all of the staff available on a 24-hour basis, working. So we’re trying to stay on top of it,” said city manager Frank Pizzuto on Tuesday. The temperature was forecast to hit a low of -8C last night, and -22C with wind chill added. Today (Thursday) is forecast to be the coldest day of the week, with a low of -10 C, a E of R O M LINE high ON om only -3 C, ws.c and more abbyne flurries expected. The snow and low temperatures have created a serious need for shelter for the homeless. Deb Lowell of the Abbotsford Salvation Army said they can provide shelter for about 40 people – men and women. “Typically we have

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reviewed 16 deaths of B.C. ecstasy users in 2011 and early 2012 and found three victims in the Lower Mainland and two more on Vancouver Island tested positive for paramethoxy-methamphetamine (PMMA), which police believe is being used as a cheaper ingredient. “It’s considerably more neurotoxic,” provincial health officer Dr. Perry Kendall said Thursday. The investigation was launched after five ecstasy users who died in Calgary and an initial one in the Lower Mainland tested positive for PMMA. Test results have not yet come back for at least two more recent B.C. deaths believed linked to ecstasy (MDMA). The B.C. victims in recent months included a 14-year-old boy and a 17-year-old girl. Health officials say PMMA is a rare drug that had not previously been tested for in

coroners’ investigations. toxins. Kendall said PMMA takes “These pills are made in effect much more slowly than the bathtub,” he added. “So expected by ecstasy users, there’s no guarantee that Pill who may be used to feeling A has exactly the same comthe effects within 45 minutes. position as Pill B.” He said users may think Kendall said he’s not able the pills aren’t working or to directly link the Calgary they’re weak and take a sec- PMMA deaths with the B.C. ond or a third one and then cases, but police believe most overdose. of the ecstasy sold in “They’re thinking Calgary comes from they have lower dose B.C. pills,” Kendall said. Tyler Miller, 20, and “In fact, they have Cheryl McCormack, 17, higher dose pills that died within the last two are a lot more toxic.” months after ingesting The result can be ecstasy in Abbotsford, elevated body temand a 24-year-old local perature and potenwoman is recovering KENDALL tial brain and organ in intensive care. damage. Two women from Asked why only one person Vancouver, both 22, have also in a group of friends that died in recent weeks, followed take the same drug might by the 16-year-old Langley have a negative reaction and boy. die, Kendall pointed to difDeaths due to ecstasy use ferent body weights, differ- are not a new phenomenon in ent medicine or other drug this province. and alcohol interactions, or B.C. recorded 20 deaths even different genetic predis- linked to ecstasy in 2010, 21 in positions for breaking down 2009 and 23 in 2008.

Kendall said the pills are typically contaminated with other drugs, including methamphetamine, ephedrine, caffeine, ketamine (an anaesthetic) and PCP, a horse tranquilizer. “Don’t take illicit pills,” he advised. “You don’t know what’s in them. They’re almost certainly going to be contaminated.” Anyone who does take ecstasy despite that warning, he said, should never take more than one and should have a sober person with them to seek immediate help at the first sign of medical distress. Of the 85 B.C. ecstasy-related deaths from 2006 to 2011, 41 were classified as mixed drug overdoses, 16 as motor vehicle incidents, 13 as MDMA (ecstasy) overdoses, eight were due to falls and seven were due to either drowning or other causes. An additional 14 cases are still under investigation.

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An Abbotsford man has been sentenced for a pepper-spray attack that occurred in November. Christopher William Baird, 30, received a six-month jail term and two years’ probation on Monday in Abbotsford provincial court. He was convicted of one count of assault with a weapon. A second count was stayed, as was a charge of uttering threats. The charges stemmed from a dispute that Baird had with a 20-year-old woman and 32-year-old man in a parking lot in the 30800 block of Peardonville Road on Nov. 14. At one point during the argument, Baird used pepper spray and then fled the scene. Police issued a warrant for his arrest and asked for the public’s help in trying to locate him. Baird was found five days later in an outbuilding on a Shore Crescent property after police received a tip. His criminal background includes convictions for assault, theft and drug possession, according to the provincial court database. In early November, Baird went on trial in Chilliwack and was convicted of possession of a firearm and carrying a weapon

said she is a credible spokesperson for the issue. “She is not a complainer, she’s a person with a legitimate issue.” He agreed to “go to bat” for the tenants. However, van Dongen has learned that they must each complain individually, rather than by petition. He is hoping to expedite the process, and is working to have a mandatory $50 adjudication fee waived for those residents on fixed incomes who qualify. “It’s a detailed, complicated process,” said van Dongen. “We’ve got some frustrating bureaucracy to go through.” He will be speaking with the minister responsible for the Residential Tenancy Branch, Rich Coleman, and has already dealt with Coleman’s staff. “I will do everything I can to help,” said van Dongen. “I’m just disgusted...”

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Residents of Villa Vista apartments have a new ally as they fight to get the heat restored in their building. Abbotsford South MLA John van Dongen has been dealing with property management company Mainstreet Equity Corp and the provincial Residential Tenancy Branch on behalf of the residents. They have been without heat since Dec. 10, and some units as far back as September. They complain that they have not been able to contact the property

management com- said the problem is pany. with circulation of “I’m extremely un- hot water from the happy with the man- boiler throughout agement company,” the building. said van Dongen. “I She said plumbphoned them yester- ers have been at the day, and they hung building regularly. up on me. In the meantime, “I admit, I actually she said the tenants lost it myself, be- have been given porcause I was so table heatangry,” said the ers, and they MLA. will be reimHe said the bursed for company have additional known about costs in their the heating ishydro bills. sues, and could “It’s not have dealt with like we’re the problem be- VAN DONGEN n e g l e c t i n g fore this week’s the tenants extreme weathat all,” Alano er arrived. said. Mainstreet regional There are about manager Tracy Alano 44 units in the did address the issue Robertson Avenue with The News, and apartments, but not all are occupied. The residents intended to submit a petition to the Residential Tenancy Branch, organized by former building aswith ammunition. sistant manager Pat He was sentenced to Beaulieu. 18 months’ probation Van Dongen met and a lifetime firearms with Beaulieu, and ban.

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The snow arrived on the weekend, and with it, a predictable blizzard of smug comments about the panic that strikes residents of Canada’s Pacific coast whenever the white stuff lands. However it is phrased, the message is the same. What’s the deal with those west coasters who get so worked up about a few little flakes? Much of the snark, it needs to be said, is coming from people who don’t fully understand the uniquely treacherous nature of Lower Mainland snow. It is wet, squishy stuff that is very different from the frozen, powdery precipitation that the rest of the country is crunching through or skiing down at this time of year. West coast snow, especially near the ocean, tends to come down moist, quickly freezing into ice. And then, just to make it really interesting, more snow will usually land on top of the ice, a nasty combination of a slippery surface and a damp topping that packs nicely to reduce

traction. All of this, by the way, spread over hills, some of the steep variety. It is a challenge, one that local motorists don’t face all that often. Some get anxious while others simply pretend nothing has changed. The first sort are the drivers who overcompensate by creeping along at a snail’s pace, terrified they might lose control on the slippery streets. In fairness, they may be so nervous because they’ve had an encounter with the other type of driver. Those would be the people who operate in a state of apparent denial, barreling along as though the laws of physics don’t apply to them, making sudden stops and turns as if they were maneuvering on dry pavement. Perhaps they need to be in denial, because they often appear to be skating along on worn or inappropriate tires. Maybe ICBC needs to consider a special “S” sticker for such motorists. – Black Press

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B.C. Views After following the opening phase of the National Energy Board’s hearings on the Northern Gateway oil pipeline proposal, I have a prediction. B.C. will never see this pipeline. And that’s probably the best outcome. The first reason is the nearly unanimous opposition of informed Kitimatarea residents, led by Haisla Nation Chief Councillor Ellis Ross and skilled local volunteers who described the marine environment of the Kitimat estuary. There was speculation that Ross, who was just appointed to chair Premier Christy Clark’s new Aboriginal Business and Investment Council, might bend on the oil proposal. His testimony put that notion to rest. The Haisla, Haida, Gitga’at and other members of the Coastal First Nations group put their marker down on managed logging and eco-tourism years before this

pipeline debate heated up. California dogooders may have coined the term “Great Bear Rainforest,” but make no mistake, these tribes run the place. Moving inland, the Northern Gateway pipeline route is a tangle of dozens of asserted traditional territories, some in the century-old Treaty 8 zone and others with no legal settlement. Our courts will require at least another generation of millionaire lawyers to untangle the territorial claims involved, no matter what the B.C., Canadian or Chinese governments may wish to do with this oil. The Haisla have embraced liquefied natural gas ships, plants and pipelines, which may be all the industrial development the region can handle. Condensate can continue to be shipped into Kitimat by tankers and sent by railcar to Alberta to dilute bitumen. Which brings me to the alternatives to Northern Gateway. CP Rail just announced a major investment in its U.S. main line south of Saskatchewan, to transport crude oil from the Bakken Formation, an emerging source of shale oil and gas under Saskatchewan, Alberta and North Dakota. CP shipments out of North Dakota went from 500 carloads in 2009 to more than

13,000 carloads in 2011. The new target is 70,000. B.C.’s likeliest alternative for oilsands crude is the existing Trans Mountain pipeline, which has been pumping Alberta oil and refined products to the West Coast at Burrard Inlet for nearly 60 years. Port

The Northern Gateway route is a tangle of dozens of asserted traditional territories. Moody’s Ioco refinery is gone, but Chevron’s Burnaby plant remains, and some crude goes out by tanker or pipeline to refineries south of B.C. The current owner of Trans Mountain, Kinder Morgan Canada, is naturally watching the Enbridge battle closely. A Kinder Morgan representative provided the following information about tanker traffic from their Westridge Marine Terminal in Burnaby.

In 2011, there were 32 tankers loaded at Westridge, down from 69 in 2010. Demand varies widely (there were no tankers in 2000) and current traffic is similar to what went out of Burrard Inlet in the 1970s. Contrary to popular belief, there is not yet a major surge to Asia. For every 10 ships that load at Westridge, on average eight sail to California, one to U.S. Gulf Coast refineries, and only one to Asia. Current Port Metro Vancouver rules allow Aframax-class tankers (80,000 to 119,000 dead weight tons) to pass under the Lions Gate and Second Narrows bridges, but they can’t take on a full load. That would require dredging in Second Narrows, which would increase general shipping safety as well as capacity. Kinder Morgan has not yet formally applied to twin the Trans Mountain line. If it does expand its priceless right of way, the capacity would be greater than the Enbridge proposal. One way or another, that oil will move. The professional environmentalist gong show over Enbridge is still to come. More on that next week. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

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For most of our married life we have had next door neighbours who were elderly, and when the snow came I usually cleared the driveway of my next door neighbour. They always appeared very grateful, while I thought it was no big deal. Things have changed! I am approaching 80, and have been given strict instructions that I am not to shovel snow. Now I realize why those neighbours were so grateful. This morning when I got up (albeit a trifle later than usual) my drive and my sidewalk were com-

pletely cleared. Of course this was done by one of my many thoughtful neighbours. Last year I did not shovel any snow, and as far as I know, there were about five different neighbours who did it for me. So this is to say thank you, and also to say how happy I am to live in such a wonderful neighbourhood. I think that’s a much better read than a lot of the crime and misery we so often see in the papers. Tony and Heather Martin

Province wasting tax dollars I was totally against taking the wrecking ball to the old MSA Hospital, and it has proven to be a bad idea, since patients are being cared for in hallways in the new hospital. The old building was equipped up to the date of demolition, and could have been used for seniors long-term care and many other uses. It looks to me like our tax money is being wasted by careless management by our elected representatives, and the people need to be more selective on election day. Another waste of taxes money is the smart meter program by BC Hydro. We could have paid for both the Golden Ears and the

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Abbotsford News Thursday, January 19, 2012

Sentenced for trafficking

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One of two Abbotsford brothers charged with a series of break-ins last year has been sentenced in another case. Dane Dorozan, 35, received 18 months’ probation and a $1,000 fine last Friday in Abbotsford provincial court. He was initially

charged with posses- and White Rock. sion for the purpose The pair were arrestof trafficking, but was ed Aug. 15 following convicted on the lesser a home break-in in charge of drug posses- South Surrey. Dane sion. was later charged Dane still with two counts faces charges of break-andwith his brothenter, and Darwin er Darwin, 36, was charged with for 21 break19 counts of ins allegedly break-and-enter, committed in one count of posSurrey, Langley DANE DOROZAN session of stolen

property, and one count of assault with a weapon. Dane has previously been convicted of possession for the purpose of trafficking, and break-and-enter. Darwin’s previous convictions include possession of stolen property, theft, possession for trafficking, and break-and-enter.

Dentist agrees to not practise A disciplinary hearing has been cancelled for an Abbotsford dentist who had his licence temporarily suspended by the College of Dental Surgeons of B.C. (CDSBC) early last year. The hearing was scheduled to begin Jan. 30 in Langley. According to the CDSBC website, it was cancelled because Dr. Clark Stelmaschuk, 69, agreed that he would not, in future, apply for registration to the CDSBC or the governing body for dentistry in another province or foreign jurisdiction. Without registration, Stelmaschuk is prohibited from practising dentistry. He has made no admissions of misconduct, according to the CDSBC.

The college temporarily suspended his licence in February 2011 after it received six complaints from patients from 2008 to 2010 involving dental work performed at his practice on Bourquin Crescent West. Stelmaschuk unsuccessfully fought in B.C. Supreme Court to have the suspension lifted. According to court documents from the case, the complaints related to “surgical techniques, diagnostic ability, radiographic interpretation, restorative treatment, implants, record-keeping, pain management protocols and patient relations.” A hearing had been scheduled to determine the validity of the complaints and whether Stelmaschuk should face any further disciplinary action, such as a permanent suspension or practising under certain conditions.

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under the same circumstances. The children live in Watoto Children’s Villages, in a holistic environment dedicated to nurturing their abilities and

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Abbotsford News Thursday, January 19, 2012

The Prom benefits upcoming musicians What’s

The Prom, an annual fundraiser for the Devon R. B. Clifford Memorial Foundation, is coming up. “You will enjoy amazing decor, appetizers, wine with a full course meal, dancing, silent auction, and fun events throughout the evening,” says a press release from organizers. The foundation is to provide music lessons for teens and young adults who are financially disadvantaged. It’s sponsoring lessons for eight students in a 10-week “Rock Camp.” The foundation will

provide continued private lessons for those students that show talent and commitment. Tickets cost $100. Phone 604-855-7237, email devonrbcliffordmemorial@gmail. com or purchase online at devonclifford. eventbrite.ca.

ART OF MARKETING The Abbotsford Arts Council presents part two in their Art of Marketing series: Email and Social Media Marketing, on Jan. 25 from 2 p.m.

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Society presents internationally acclaimed pianist Yael Weiss in concert on Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way. Single concert tickets are $25, available at the door or by phone 605-859-5192.

LOCAL FORESTS A collection of drawings and paintings inspired by walks through local forests will be on display as Thread of Line, by artist Anne O’Leary.

The Abbotsford Arts Council exhibit runs until Feb. 1 at the Kariton Gallery and Boutique, 2387 Ware Street.

CALL FOR MUSICIANS The Abbotsford Arts Council is calling on local musicians for the Envision Concert Series, running May through October of this year. Applications to perform must be submitted by Feb. 3, and can be found online at abbotsfordartscouncil. org.

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The intermediate group from the Yevshan Ukrainian Dancers perform for the more than 200 people who attended Malanka (Ukrainian New Year) celebrations in Aldergrove on Saturday. The event, hosted by the Ukrainian Club of Abbotsford, was held at St. Joachim and Ann’s Church.

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The Mission branch of the Canadian Cancer Society hosts a Robbie Burns’ Supper and Dance on Saturday, Jan. 21 at Cedarbrooke Chateau, 32331 Seventh Ave. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $40 and are available at the Mission office (33079 First Ave.) or by calling 604-820-3166 or 604820-9300.

BREATHERS CLUB The Mission Sumas Abbotsford Better Breathers Club meets Thursday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Cascade Community Church,

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An Introduction to Cohousing takes place Friday, Jan. 20 in room B101 (main lecture hall) at University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford, starting at 7 p.m. Learn how co-housing works and meet some people who have built their own custom neighbourhood in Yarrow. Info: yarrowecovillage.ca

A free employment readiness program for new immigrants runs every Friday from Jan. 20 to Feb. 24 at Abbotsford Community Services, 2420 Montrose Ave. Sessions are from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Info: Elise Marier at 604-866-5233 or elise.marier@abbotsfordcommunityservices. com

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The Fraser Valley branch of the B.C. Government Retired Employees Association meets Monday, Jan. 23 at Trinity Memorial United Church, 33737 George Ferguson Way, at 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker is David Giesbrecht. Info: 604-859-4492

The Abbotsford Prostate Cancer Support Group meets Thursday, Jan. 19 at Peace Lutheran Church (corner of Ware and Marshall) at 7:30 p.m. Info: Val Strijack at 604-856-5863 or Paul Lamarre at 604-8594650

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Sophie Schmidt, pictured above in action against China, is aiming to help her Canadian senior women’s soccer squad earn an Olympic berth at a CONCACAF qualifying tournament at B.C. Place Stadium.

Sophie Schmidt says that playing in the CONCACAF Olympic qualifying tournament in Vancouver is an amazing opportunity. And not just because of what’s at stake – the top two teams in the eight-nation women’s soccer tournament, which kicks off Thursday at B.C. Place Stadium, will earn berths to the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. The 23-year-old Abbotsford midfielder is also relishing the rare chance to wear the Maple Leaf in front of family and friends – the people who helped her become one of Canada’s elite players. “It’s the first time, really, that I’ve been able to play a tournament in Canada, let alone in my back yard,” Schmidt enthused during an interview Tuesday. “I’m excited about the whole thing. “It’s a good opportunity for my family and friends to come out, people who have supported me throughout the years. It’s kind of cool that they can come and support me live, and that I can give back for all the years

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the 16-team field. That substandard result led to the resignation of head coach Carolina Morace. She’s been replaced by John Herdman, and Schmidt said the new bench boss has done a tremendous job of helping the team move past the World Cup debacle. With Herdman at the helm, Canada won gold at the Pan American Games last October. “We’re trying to embody everything he wants us to do, and just move forward, without

the scars and whatnot of the World Cup,” Schmidt explained. “I think we’re just focused on the excitement of what’s happening now, and playing the way we’ve been playing under John Herdman. It’s exciting, being in the moment and trying to qualify for the Olympics.” Schmidt, who made her senior national team debut back in 2005 as a 16-year-old, is already one of Canada’s most accomplished players. She’s Continued on A18

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A quartet of Abbotsford athletes have been selected for the B.C. elite under-18 rugby sevens squad, which will travel to the Las Vegas Invitational Sevens in February. Jorden Best, a senior at Robert Bateman Secondary who played for Canada’s national sevens squad at the Youth Commonwealth Games in September, will be one of the leaders of the provincial team. He’s joined by J.D. Paul of W.J. Mouat Secondary, and a pair of Grade 11 athletes from Yale Secondary

– Spencer Loughlin and Spencer Miller. The Las Vegas tourney runs Feb. 9-11.

Q Online registration is now open for the Abbotsford Rugby Football Club’s mini rugby program. The program is open to kids ages 5-13. To register, visit abbotsfordrugby.com and click the Teams/Mini Rugby link for instructions. Registration day, where parents can sign forms and make payment, runs Saturday, Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

at the ARFC clubhouse at 31929 Mercantile Way. The first practice will be Sunday, Jan. 29 at 10 a.m. at McMillan Park, weather permitting. Q The Fraser Valley Bruins major midget hockey team dropped a pair of weekend games to the Okanagan Rockets. The Rockets blitzed the Bruins 8-1 in Saturday’s opener, then completed the

Heat fall to Rampage The San Antonio Rampage sent the Abbotsford Heat to a defeat at the tail end of a five-game road trip, winning 2-1 on Monday afternoon. The Heat, playing their fifth game in seven days and third in three nights, were playing one skater shy of a full roster – forward Jon Rheault sat out with an upper-body injury. The Rampage opened the scoring on a firstperiod power play, as James Wright tipped in a shot to snap the Heat's streak of 29 successful penalty kills. Abbotsford still leads the AHL in PK efficiency at 87.9 per cent. Akim Aliu knotted the score late in the first period with his fourth

goal as a member of the Heat, as a rebound caromed off his skate and into the net. The Heat were victims of a similar bounce on the game-winning goal, as the puck banked in off Rampage forward Mark Cullen’s skate at 7:12 of the third. Abby goalie Danny Taylor, starting his 16th straight game, stopped 29 of 31 shots. With the loss, the Heat (24-13-3-0, 51 points) remain two points back of the Oklahoma City Barons for top spot in the Western Conference. Q The Heat return home for a Friday-Saturday set against the Charlotte Checkers at the AESC (7 p.m. both nights).

sweep with a 4-3 win on Sunday. Abbotsford’s Matt Revel was a bright spot for the Fraser Valley squad – he was in on all four of the team’s scoring plays, with two goals and two assists. The Bruins (11-12-5) are in seventh place in the B.C. Major Midget League, three points back of the final playoff spot. Q The annual Curl For Care mini-bonspiel, former-

ly known as Curl For Kids, will be held on Jan. 29. The event has raised more than $100,000 for charity over the past 19 years, and this year the spiel is raising donations for the Dave Lede Campus of Care, being built adjacent to the Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Registration is $50 per person or $200 per fourmember team, and includes equipment, instruction, a buffet lunch, and a chance to win prizes. For more information, contact Barb Arthur at curlforcare@ yahoo.ca or 604-615-1632.

Q The softball academy at Yale Secondary is hosting an open house on Saturday, Jan. 28. The event runs from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Yale gymnasium, and is open to softball players in grades 8-11 and their parents. The open house will feature a sample training session for the athletes, along with a school tour and information sessions. Participants are asked to bring clean runners, water and their softball equipment. For more information, contact Jen Schreyer at jschreyer@sd34.bc.ca.

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suited up for two World Cups, as well as the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Her achievements in 2011 included setting a record for appearances in a season (24) with the national team. The Abbotsford Soccer Association product led the team in minutes played (1,944) and was a nominee for national player of the year. Schmidt also played for MagicJack, a now-defunct Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS) squad, and helped them reach the WPS semifinals. The

star-studded side featured several iconic American national team players, including goalie Hope Solo and striker Abby Wambach. “It was cool to learn from them,” Schmidt said. “On the field, it was amazing to play alongside those players, and off the field, some fantastic personalities as well.” At the Olympic qualifier, Canada plays group matches against Haiti (Jan. 19), Cuba (Jan. 21) and Costa Rica (Jan. 23). Semifinals run Jan. 27, with the winners punching their tickets to London. Canada is favoured to earn

one of those berths – they’re currently No. 7 in the world, with the No. 1 United States the only team ranked higher among CONCACAF teams. Given the tournament’s proximity to her hometown, Schmidt might have her own cheering section. “My church (King Road Mennonite Brethren) has coordinated a bus that’s going to come out to one of the games,” she noted. “I’m not sure how many will come, but I’m hoping for a lot. It’s kind of like having a 12th man on the field, when you have a big home crowd.”


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savings doesn’t start until your 50s. However, before you turn back to your student loan, car payment and household bills with relief, there is a caveat. Establishing sound saving habits in your 20s and 30s is the key to a comfortable retirement. “Pay yourself first,” says Grewal. “Every payday, make sure that a certain amount gets pulled out and goes into savings, instead of simply keeping whatever is left. There is never anything left.” Emphasis is placed at this age on maintaining positive monthly cash flow. In fact, the biggest favour you can do for your retirement future, is to

make sure you don’t do too much financial damage in your 20. If you find yourself at 30 with a massive student loan, a car loan for a vehicle that is rapidly depreciating and consumer credit card debt for vacations you’ve already taken and gadgets that are obsolete, you’ll need to work hard to reverse your habits and focus on spending within your income level. Currently, nation-wide, the average person’s debt load is 1.5 times that of their annual income. Grewal says that number isn’t necessarily a negative in itself – the problem is that the ratio is continued on pg B2

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Jan 26 Goya: The Disasters of War and Los Caprichos opening reception takes place at The Reach, 32388 Veterans Way, at 7 p.m.. This exhibition, organized by the National Gallery of Canada,

presents two bodies of work from one of the most important artist of the 19th century, whose social and political commentary at the time mirrors issues faced in contemporary society. The exhibition runs until March 25. For more information on this and other exhibits head to thereach.ca or call 604-864-8087.

Jan 26 Abbotsford Tradex is also the home of the Pacific Agriculture Show, running Jan. 26-28, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The show will showcase the latest and most innovative equipment and technology for the agriculture industry, featuring meetings and conferences from various sectors. Admission is $10 at the door, and more information can be found online at agricultureshow.net or by phone at 604-291-1553.

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Saving at 30, for Retirement continued from pg B1 increasing. It is easy to spend beyond your means and procrastinate on saving, but people who focus on developing healthy habits between ages of 25-35 are then in a solid position to begin investing when the time is right. The best indication that you’ll be investment ready? Your ability to withstand financial hardship without going off course or abandoning the effort altogether. Start with ensuring your emergency fund is full. A savings of between three to six months income should be set aside in case something happens,

so that you don’t go into debt dealing with life’s surprises. Additionally, your late 20s is typically when you have started firming your career, and it is important to pay attention to what retirement products your employer offers. Ultimately, by the time you are ready to retire, unless you have a good pension plan, the bulk of your savings will have to come from you. “In 15 years of doing this, I’ve never had someone say they regretted planning for retirement too early,” laughs Grewal. So while you are working two jobs to pay for

school, your cross-continent road trip and the latest camera to capture every moment of your travels, retirement savings shouldn’t necessarily be foremost on your mind. But everyone has to take that cruise eventually, and the first person on board gets the best spot when it sails.

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From ferreting out money laundering to … money management? Two years into her role as a service representative for Envision Financial in Abbotsford Village, Sandy Dhaliwal says she’s still having a blast. After graduating with her criminology degree from the University of the Fraser Valley, Dhaliwal says she initially approached Envision in 2009 with the goal of working in their corporate security department. Once she got her foot in the door however, she realized she enjoyed the branch side as well. “We’re a very vocal group,” she laughed. “Lots of joking around, maybe more than we’re supposed to. With the members as well, you get on a first-name basis with them and know a lot of their life events – weddings, holidays.” Dhaliwal relates that the Envision staff form long-lasting relationships with their clients, with some members staying with a representative for years. “Because we’re a credit union, working with people’s money and accounts, members get comfortable with one

person and you really get to know them.” She also says she enjoys the variety of her position, which doesn’t require a university degree, and the opportunity for growth within the company. “I’m cross-training right now to become a personal account rep, which allows me to work in a supervisor role and with new accounts.” She currently divides her days between the two roles. Her tasks involve a wide variety of banking services from processing bill payments to facilitating wire transfers, and Dhaliwal says the position is a great stepping stone into other areas within Envision, such as corporate citizenship, which involves more volunteering within the community, and credit recovery at the head office level. In addition to her work with the credit union, Dhaliwal also volunteers at National Training Centre, teaching kickboxing to children aged six to 12.

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Denturists are denture specialists; they specialize in the manufacturing of denture prosthetics. The word Denturist means: “A person licensed to fabricate and fit dentures to the public.” The scope of practice for this profession covers relining, rebasing, repairing, full and partial dentures, dentures over implants and partials over implants. You do not need a referral from another health professional to consult with a Denturist. A Denturist can refer you to other health care professionals. Some Denturists also attend to patients needs in home care situations or hospital visits. Denturists are proficient and time effective in the delivery of denture treatments. Most Denturists fabricate your prosthetics on premises, ensuring quality control and care. If your current dentures are five years or older they may need replacing. Ask your Denturist for an assessment of your current dentures. Quality replacement dentures can improve your health and appearance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How long will my dentures last? There is not a removable prosthesis made for the mouth that is permanent. The mouth is constantly changing. On average a partial or a denture may be expected to last about 5 years.

Why are my dentures becoming loose? If your dentures are over 5 years old and if they have not been relined every 2 years you probably will have some problems with the fit of your dentures. Your gum tissue and jaw bone shrink with time. This causes the denture to become loose resulting in a poor fit. A visit to your denturist for an oral health examination will determine the cause of your ill-fitting dentures.

How long will the implants for my (dentures over implants) last? Reports show many implants lasting 20 years or a life time with proper care and regular yearly check ups at your dental professional. These are the factors which could reduce the life expectancy of your implants:

Some parts of the implants may need replacing with time because of wear or deterioration. The dentures themselves should be replaced every 5 years and a relined every 2 years.

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Secrets to Whiter Wedding Day Smiles Although tradition states that no one else should wear white to awedding but the bride, the rule strictly applies to a person’s wardrobe, not his or her teeth. With this in mind, the search is often on to get a whiter smile in time for the trip down the aisle. Many brides- and grooms-to-be desire whiter teeth for theirwedding days, as do members of their bridal party. With all eyes on them, having white teeth can help couples feel more confident and attractive. A nice smile also translates well into weddingphotos -- memories that will last a lifetime. Today there are several different options when it comes to teeth whitening. There are stain precautions to follow leading up until the wedding. Also, there are methods to removing stains and polishing teeth so they can look their best.

Natural Home Remedies If stains are minimal and you just want to give teeth a boost in brightness, there are at-home, natural remedies that can help foster whiter teeth. Baking soda is often the go-to choice for removing stains and improving oral health. Peroxide can lighten hair, and it can also whiten teeth. Combining the two into a paste that is applied to the teeth can help whiten the teeth some,

but be careful not to do it too frequently as it can cause sensitivity. There is also evidence that malic acid, the acid that is found in strawberries and other tart foods, can help whiten teeth. Mixing crushed strawberries with baking soda and applying to teeth can remove some surface stains, according to Adina Carrel, a dentist in New York City. Preventing stains in the first place is key. Avoid foods and beverages that stain the teeth, including coffee, tea, red wine, cherries, and other deep-hued foods.

teeth for several minutes each day. Trays or guards may be filled with bleach and then worn on the teeth for up to 30 minutes.

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Keep in mind that those who have a lot of dental work, including crowns and veneers, may find that whitening doesn’t work on these artifical teeth. They may stand out against the whiter, natural teeth. In this case, consult a dentist for whitening options.

If natural remedies aren’t effective, individuals can turn to many of the products available at the pharmacy or even the supermarket. There are several different brands of whitening products that range from pastes to strips to trays that boast myriad whitening properties. These tooth-whitening products may contain a mild bleach, such as peroxide, to lighten yellow teeth. Some pastes contain chemicals and abrasives to wear away stains. While bleaches will change the color of teeth, abrasives will only strip away stains. Kits may range from gels that are brushed onto individual teeth, to preloaded thin strips that are applied to the

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Wedding colours & your bridesmaids Bridesmaids are an important part of the wedding party, and most brides opt to have a handful of close friends and family members play a special role in the wedding. Choosing a gown and a color that will flatter all of the bridesmaids typically takes a little work. An overwhelming majority of couples choose to have a formal wedding. The average number of bridesmaids for these formal weddings is four. Considering around two million weddings take place in North America every year, that’s a lot of bridesmaids for whom gowns and other attire must be planned. Many bridesmaids worry about the gowns they will wear come the big day. Horrible bridesmaid dresses have been the butt of jokes for years, and many people have their own stories of garish gowns they’ve been asked to don for a wedding. Some have said that brides intentionally choose ugly gowns for their bridesmaids to ensure they’re not outshined come the wedding day. Although this may be the case for some, most brides aspire to select gowns that will be flattering for all. And color scheme is integral in the choice of gown.

Every well-planned wedding carries a color scheme throughout. This includes the color a bride selects for her bridesmaids to wear. But not every color accentuates everyone’s features. Therefore, some experimentation might be necessary to find a color that is flattering to all and fits with the color scheme. Depending on hair color and skin shade, there are many flattering hues available for gowns. When making this decision, consider bridesmaids’ ethnicity and skin tone. African-American:Women with dark skin and hair may really shine in jewel-colored gowns, including silver, gold, purple and salmon. Very pale colors may be daring and conspicuous. Asian and olive-skinned women: Those with a slight yellow tone to their skin will look good in many colors, including red, navy, peach, and fuchsia. However, avoid colors in light yellow, aqua, gray, taupe, or mint, which may make the bridesmaid look washed out. Con’t page 28.

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my yCity Fair skin:Ladies with pale skin will benefit from richly colored gowns in jewel tones. Pastels may work, but be careful about those depending on hair color. Pink or red-hued gowns may clash with someone with auburn hair. Yellow and green may not work with a fair brunette. Gray and silver may wash out someone who is pale and blonde. Once a color is chosen, brides also need to consider the season. Certain colors may look out of place depending on the season. For example, an evergreen or deep blue may seem wintry during a summer wedding. Similarly, russet or brown may work for the autumn but not for a spring wedding. Many brides gravitate toward mid-level blues, greens, pinks and purples for their weddings, simply because those colors transcend the seasons. After colors are worked out, the style of the gown deserves consideration. Because not every bridesmaid has the same physical attributes, many brides are now open to selecting a color and length and allowing the bridesmaid herself to choose the exact style. This way someone who is busty won’t feel uncomfortable in strapless, and someone who is thin won’t be overwhelmed by a lot of ruffles. The intent is to have bridesmaids feel beautiful and comfortable, and different styles can help achieve this. Making the effort to choose a gown color and style that is flattering to all in the bridal party will help the ladies feel they are truly a special part of the wedding.

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Pet parents may resign themselves to the fact that hardwood floors aren’t practical. But that doesn’t have to be the case. It’s possible to have and maintain hardwood floors and still enable pooches to enjoy rooms with wood floors. * Keep dogs’ nails trimmed short so that they do not scratch or scuff wood floors. * Dogs that tend to grow long fur between the pads of their feet may need to have that fur trimmed as short as possible. This will help improve the traction the dog will have when walking on the wood floors. * If dog bowls are kept on the floor, use a mat that will protect against spills, drips and slobber. Something that will not allow moisture to bleed through onto the floor is ideal, as is a mat that will contain spills.

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Put these home improvements on your 2012 calendar With the deepfreeze factor at its annual high, the potential benefits of making energy saving improvements really hit home. Yet saving energy and money and adding comfort to your home should always be in season. Industry experts at Icynene (icynene. com) recommend you put these home improvement tips on your 2012 calendar:

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FUNK, Ronald Henry March 22, 1943 September 3, 2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved dad, brother, uncle and friend Ron Funk. After a long battle with Diabetes Ron passed away September 3, 2011. He is survived by his daughters; Rhonda Funk and Roberta Britten, sisters Gloria Pollard, Shirley McGarvey & nephew Steven Funk and his family. In lieu of flowers etc - donations to the Diabetes Assoc. would be appreciated. A donation box will be on site. A celebration of Ron’s life will be held at Character’s Pub 2509 Pauline St. Abbotsford, Sunday January 22nd at 1pm. For more info call 604-308-1288

Mr. Garnet G. Hayward late of Abbotsford, BC passed away on January 12, 2012 at the age of 63 at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. He is survived by his common-law spouse, Pearl; ex-wife, Lynne; children, Christie (Les) StantonCollins, Stacy (Bill) Trudgian, Tom McGeorge, Daniel (Sarah) McGeorge, and Laura (Mark) Schultz; grandchildren, Morgan, Mitchell, Michael, Miranda, Skyler, Shaya and Quinn; brothers, Clark (Shelly) and Ronnie (Anne); and sister, Debbie (Rick) Bender; and sister-in-law, Anne (Eddie) Lok. Garnet enjoyed camping and working as a machine operator for 38 years. He will be greatly missed by all. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Henderson’s Fraser Valley Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com

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SIMPSON April 29, 1921 ~ Jan. 12, 2012

Thomas Roderick Simpson passed away peacefully January 12, 2012 at the Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission, BC. He was 90 years old. He was predeceased by his parents, sister Kay Temple, and brothers John & Bob. He leaves behind his wife Florence, daughter Eleanor, son William (Marlene) and grandsons Alexander and Conner. Tom was born and raised in the R.M. of St. Andrews, joined the Canadian navy and returned to work for McColl Frontenac / Texaco in Moose Jaw, Regina and Prince Albert, SK. He then moved on to work for Imperial Oil as an agent in Thompson, Warren and the north perimeter highway in Winnipeg, MB. Upon his retirement he moved to Abbotsford, BC until his death. Tom was a life member of Khartum Temple, Scottish Rite and of the North West Mounted Police Lodge, Regina, SK. A celebration of Life will be held at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 2597 Bourquin Cr., Abbotsford, January 24th at 2:00 pm.

Jacob Gunther December 30, 1920 - January 15, 2012

Jacob passed away peacefully at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital at the age of 91. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 56 years, Lydia, son Jake (Colleen) Gunther and daughter Anne (Pat) McFadden, surrogate sons Steve (Carol) Daeschel and their children Lisa and Kayley and Peter Christiansen, grandchildren Brandi (Mike), Joel (Eva), Corbin, Daniel, Danielle (Julian), Natasha (Peter), Alisha, and Janelle, greatgrandchildren Makenna and Rowan, sisters Anna, Helen, Maria of Germany, surrogate brother Peter (Melanie) Gunther, and surrogate sister Helen (Willy) Schmidt. He was predeceased by his parents Abram & Anna, brothers Abe, David, Henry, John and Peter, great-granddaughter Brooklyn Sale, cousin but was like a brother, Jake (Annalee) Gunther, and surrogate grandson Robby Daeschel. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday, January 19, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Eben-Ezer Church Gymansium, 2051 Windsor Street, Abbotsford. Burial will take place at the Maclure Road Mennonite Cemetery. Woodlawn Funeral Home 604-853-2643

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Irena Maria Kostka at the age of 56. Born on March 8, 1955 in Poland, she was the daughter of Marcin and Stefania Kostka and one of three children. She passed away peacefully in the presence of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 14th 2012 at 9:23 am. She will be forever loved and remembered by her partner, Jerry Bateman, her daughter Marta Ratzlaff, her son-in-law Fred Ratzlaff, her grandchildren Sebastian and Jeremiah Ratzlaff, her son Marcin Mituta, his girlfriend Cassandra Hiebert, older brother Antoni Kostka and his wife Honorata, nephew Peter Kostka, niece Julia Kostka, brother Tadeusz Kostka (deceased), and step-daughter Andrea Wetteland. She will be greatly missed by her loving friends of the Polish Community and from Menno Home, where she worked as a Care Aid for many years. She loved and cherished these friends deeply. The family would like to thank the staff and volunteers at Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission for their tender care and her peaceful passing. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 3:00 pm, Thursday, January 19, 2012 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 33333 Mayfair Ave., Abbotsford. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be given at

STEVENSON, Doreen Marianne (nee Harpham) Born in Dauphin, Manitoba on March 20, 1923. Doreen passed away peacefully at home on January 14, 2012. After 67 years of marriage she lives on in the loving memory of her husband Donald and will be sorely & dearly missed by her children, Brian, Harold (Corrie), Barbara (Paul), Bruce (Jamie), Heather, James (Teresa) and Jennifer (Shayne). Also survived by 16 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her 7 siblings and son-in-law Fraser Ross. The Stevenson family moved to Abbotsford in 1971 from Stonewall, Manitoba. Doreen was actively involved for many years in Girl Guides as a Brown Owl and District Commissioner and was a member of the MSA Hospital Auxilary. She worshipped at St Matthews Anglican church. A celebration of life is planned for this coming spring when friends and family can gather together to celebrate the life of this dedicated, remarkable woman. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the BC Lung Association would be gratefully appreciated.

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FARM WORKERS WANTED for planting, weeding, harvesting & packing of vegetables & berries. Able to work outdoors & indoors. Starting pay $9.54 / hr. Start April 1st. Fax resumes to: 604-852-1092, Sandhu Produce Growers 3542 Marion Rd., Abbotsford, BC

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Mary Mrs. Mary Kostyniuk Newton, surrounded by her loving family, went Home peacefully to be with Jesus on Saturday, January 14, 2012 at the age of 84 at Christine Morrison Hospice, Mission, BC. She is survived by her 4 children, Nellie, Judy, Millie, Henry (Elaine); daughter-inlaw, Nydia; 20 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; along with her extended Newton family. She was predeceased by husbands, William “Bill” Kostyniuk, and Kenneth Newton; and 2 children, Jean and George. Mary was a very hard working, faithful and loving person who dedicated her life to God and family. She left a legacy of prayer and commitment to the Lord, selfless hospitality to all those around her and an immeasurable love to her family. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. A Celebration of Her Life will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 10:30 am at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. Interment will follow at Maclure Road Cemetery. Donations may be made to Christine Morrison Hospice Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com

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Bindery Workers Black Press has anticipated opportunities for Bindery Workers to assist with the mechanical insertion of advertising flyers into our Lower Mainland newspapers. Applicants must be available to work a variety of scheduled day, evening, night and weekend shifts. Additionally, successful applicants will need to be available on a call-in basis for our locations in Surrey and Abbotsford. Excellent remuneration. Experience an asset, but not a requirement. Reliable transportation is a pre-requisite. Please forward resumes to: Bindery Foreman Campbell Heights Distribution Centre Unit #113, 19130 24th Ave. Surrey, B.C. V3S 3S9 or Fax 604-538-4445

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HELP WANTED

ALBERTA earthmoving company requires a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will work in a modern shop and also have mechanics truck for field work. The job is at Edson, Alberta. We require that you have experience on Cat crawlers and or Deere excavators. Call Lloyd at (780)723-5051.

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HELP WANTED

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CRAFTING Subcontractors Wanted. Must be fluent in English and able to work with feathers, leather and fur. Free training provided. Call 604-826-4651. .

CASHIER with experience required for Weekend Nightshift

Please apply in person at

Esso Service Station, 2935 Bluejay Road, Abbotsford FAX: 604-850-7331 EMAIL: bluejayesso@telus.net

CHICKEN CATCHERS WANTED $13/hr. to start + bonuses. Transportation provided. GRAVE YARD SHIFT ONLY * MUST LIVE IN ABBTS AREA *

Call: 604-854-1976 Between 9 am & 5 pm or Fax: 604-854-1795 Saving time, money & steps Before you go anyplace else,take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains round.

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Looking for

Janitorial Staff Abbotsford area, for restaurant cleaning. Must have vehicle, be reliable and responsible and able to work independently. Also, must have good command of the English language. Serious callers only 1-604-792-3174 fax resume to: 604-792-3164 or email: viti@shaw.ca

HELP WANTED

NURSERY LABOURERS

Wanted farm workers for M&G Brothers Farms Ltd. $9.56/Hr. Must be hard working, energetic & willing to work in all weather conditions. Duties include: planting, weeding, harvesting and packing of berries, 50-60 hrs/wk starting in April. Send resumes to: 393 Ross Rd. Abbotsford, V4X 2M6

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Nursery Labourers required for the upcoming production season. Applicants must be in good physical condition and able to work in container and field production / harvesting. The ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs is mandatory. All work is in an outdoor enviro. Hours are Monday to Saturday with variable start and end times. Total hours per week range from 40 to 60 and weekend work will be required. Production season will begin late February and length of employment will vary from 6 weeks to 8 months. Rate of pay is $9.56/hr. Apply in person January 23, 2012 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Pickett’s Nurseries Ltd, 26940 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge BC, V2W 1N8 Interviews will take place at the time of application.

Knowledge in mat’ls mgnt & purchasing, read shop dwgs, min 3-5 yrs of buying exp in mfg (glazing) ind. Basic computer skills a must. Own vehicle. F: 604-525-0774, E: sales@phoenixglassinc.com, w/salary exp. No phone calls pls.

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HELP WANTED

WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTOR We are now accepting applications for the position of part-time Warehouse Order Selector, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean, team-based environment. Successful applicants will be available for day, afternoon and weekend shifts, have reliable transportation (no public transit available), possess proficient English communication skills, and enjoy repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80 lb cases of grocery products.

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Wild & Crazy Can’t Be Lazy Earn up to $20/hour. NO sales, NO commissions! Full training provided. Travel, dress sharp & have fun! Must be outgoing. Call Marcia 604-777-2195

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BANQUET HALL ASSISTANT Join our fantastic team at the

Best Western Regency Inn & Conference Centre FRIENDLY & ENERGETIC PERSONS required for our breakfast bar service as well as set up, clean up, and light service in our busy banquet hall. Hours are flexible days, evenings and weekends. Must be able to lift heavy items and have own transportation. Foodsafe an asset. Apply in person with resume to: 32110 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford or em: banquets@bwregency.bc.ca

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F/T BOOKKEEPER wanted ASAP in Richmond CGA firm. Min. 3-5 years exp in full-cycle bkkp and payroll. Simply & Quickbook knowledge, able to travel. Apply to careers @rhncga.com

SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby. Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

LABOURERS req. for M.B. Greenhouse Ltd. $9.56/hr. 50 - 60 hours week. Fax resume 604-864-4239.

• 10 month/1500 hour accredited diploma program • Advanced techniques and practical methodologies • Valuable hands-on experience • Learn with confidence from the leaders in the industry

Wanted for dump truck maintenance and repairs. For more information call 604-807-4040 or Fax resume 604-856-9172

Phone 604-853-2157

community papers!

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BUSY ALDERGROVE office requires experienced Admin Asst. Process orders, AP, inventory, Excel, AccPac a must. Resume & references to: floria@envirowaste.ca

HOME STAY FAMILIES

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TRY A bcclassified.com CLASSIFIED AD.

Starting wage is $12.95/hr with regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. We offer flexible work schedules (will include a minimum of 1 weekend day), and an excellent training program is provided. As one of the largest employers in the Fraser Valley, EV Logistics operates two distinct facilities - a 380,000 sq ft refrigerated facility, and a 485,000 sq ft dry goods building - both facilities are located in the Gloucester Industrial Park (at the 264th St exit off Hwy #1).

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

604-504-3323


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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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JOBS

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

1YR Seasoned Alder Birch Maple Clean, Split, DRY & Delivered. Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)825-9264

Call Chris 604-462-9009 356

Carrier Supervisor The Abbotsford News is looking for a part-time carrier supervisor in the Abbotsford area. Responsibilities are coordinating youth and adults to deliver The Abbotsford News in the eastern area of Abbotsford. The ideal candidate must be customer-oriented with strong supervisory skills, be an excellent problem-solver and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Three days per week: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 12-15 hours per week, some hours are flexible, earn a minimum of $780 monthly. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to supplement their income. Interested applicants should send a resume and covering letter by January 20, 2012 to: Circulation Department The Abbotsford News 35375 Gladys Ave. Abbotsford B.C. V2S 2H5 or e-mail: circulation@abbynews.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

~ 12 Point Exterior Inspection ~ Weather Stripping ~ Window & Door Caulking ~ Gutter Cleaning

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HELP WANTED

Advertising Sales Representative

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

DAVIES SAND & GRAVEL LTD 604-826-6736

* Some conditions apply.

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HOME REPAIRS

Complete Handyman/Reno services for your Home & Office. Mike’s got the best rates. 604-820-0012

300

SAWDUST

www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

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The successful candidate will be required to meet sales targets by deepening relationships with existing clients and developing new business with an aggressive face-to-face cold calling mandate. The ability to work independently in an extremely fast paced environment while adhering to deadlines is a must. Candidates considered for the position will be results oriented, strong communicators, and be willing to learn and adapt in an ever changing business environment. A vehicle and a valid driver’s license is required. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan along with a strong benefit package.

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

PIT - 11496 DEWDNEY TRUNK RD. MISSION Fax: 604-826-6716

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

MISC. FOR SALE

NEED YOUR PRE-ENGINEERED STEEL BUILDING ERECTED? Professional crews available. We service Western Canada. All Brands. Excl references. Call MSC at 1-800-979-2993

BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095

Classified Advertising An effective way to build your business. Phone 604-854-6397

MISC. FOR SALE

FIREWOOD ★ FREE ★

PALLETS Available Come & Help Yourself Also great for crafts etc

BACK PARKING LOT (by shed) ABBOTSFORD NEWS 34375 Gladys Ave. WE’RE ON THE WEB

www.bcclassified.com 604-854-6397 Toll-Free 1-866-575-5777

is ’s Abbotsford News h T ek e Carrier W Jesse has been delivering The Abbotsford News for 10 months. He enjoys going for soccer, video games and camping. Thank you very much Jesse for your hard work, dedication and and commitment! SPONSORED BY:

it's comic books, dirt bikes or video games you

To be part of our newspaper delivery team call: 604-870-4595

MISSION TOPSOIL ✦ Screened Topsoil

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Pick Up or Delivery 8590 SYLVESTER RD. 604-820-0808

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

Cartage Ltd.

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FEED & HAY

crave, you'll find something for the kid in you in the Classifieds!

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring, Carpet Cleaning & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com

Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by 5:00 pm Friday, January 27, 2012 to:

#1 PET SOURCE • Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 34633 Vye Rd. Abbotsford B.C. (just past Costco) 604-556-7477 www.buckerfields.org GOOD LOCAL HAY No rain. Exc. for horses $6/per bale. (No delivery). 604-855-1153

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PETS

9 am - 1 pm Downtown Abbotsford

OVER 25 VENDORS a broad selection of unique products!

BLOOD HOUND PUPS, CKC reg’d health chk, 2nd vac, micro chipped, 4 fem’s. Liver & Tan. Ready to go. $500. Call 604-574-5788.

INSIDE THE

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

Thank you to all who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Saturday

BENGAL CAT beautiful 3.5 year old male, neutered, fully vaccinated, indoor, very friendly, ok w/dogs, must find good home with no other cats and no kids $250 604-820-1603

Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442

Carly Ferguson, Advertising & Creative Services Manager Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News 22328 - 119th Avenue Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2Z3 or by email: admanager@mapleridgenews.com

THE NEWS

MATTRESSES staring at $99

560

SAND / GRAVEL TRUCKING / LOADING EXCAVATOR / CATS LOWBEDS

Whether The award-winning Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News has an immediate opening for a full time Advertising Sales Representative.

FUEL

FURNITURE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

LANDSCAPING

604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197

HELP WANTED

604.587.5865

www.recycleitcanada.ca

1-877-HOME-175 www.homeforcebc.ca

Available for Delivery Call for pricing

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On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

Winter Maintenance Program $299*

Hemlock, Fir & Cedar

www.abbynews.com

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses

We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.blackpress.ca

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT! 287

Steel Building Sale. Inventory Discount Sale. 30x40, 42x80, 100x100 Erection Available. Must Sell, Will Deal. 40 yr paint. Source #1LL 800-964-8335

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Asphalt roofs, Re & Re, Shake conversions *28yrs Exp. - Also Snow plow & Junk Removal

.Jim’s Moving Winter Service

BUILDING SUPPLIES

$38/HR!Clogged drains, drips garbs sinks, Reno’s, toilets. No job too small! Lic’d/insured. 604-217-2268

DRYWALL

Part-time

PLUMBING

ABACUS ROOFING

CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396

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560

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BCCLASSIFIED.COM

APPLIANCES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-854-6397

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

LAMINATE ~ HARDWOOD ~ TILE Installation. Baseboards, Trim. Exp. Fast, Reliable. Rick 604-798-4681

LEGAL SERVICES

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Whirlpool Washer $250 dryer $300 Frigidaire stove $250 New 3 pc dble bdrm suite $1200 (604)615-6747

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

UNITED CHURCH On Montrose Ave & George Ferguson Way

Redl’s Beef is a family operation located near Williams Lake in BC’s ranching heartland. They are committed to raising our cattle in an environment that is respectful of the land and of the animal.

Serving Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows since 1978

www.blackpress.com

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 604-854-6397

Swiss Mountain pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet chck, dewormed. Ready. 604-795-7662

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MISC. WANTED

Collecting Old Coins & Taxidermy Silver, $1, 50c, 25c, 10c, Olympic Please call Travis 604-796-0320

578

SPORTING GOODS

POOL TABLE oak clawed & accessories, racks, wall mount etc, great shape $1250 obo (604)820-1603

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REAL ESTATE 642

APARTMENT/CONDO

ABBOTSFORD 32040 Tims Ave. 2 bdrm, 1 bath condo. 2nd flr. facing north. U/G prkg Newly renov. 7 appls. As is monthly strata $248. Offers. For viewing call 604-8543690.

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS 706

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENT/CONDO 32101 Mt. Waddington Ave

HOMES WANTED

HOMESTEAD ESTATES

WE BUY HOMES BC The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 604.657.9422

Abbotsford, deluxe, large apts Newer, well maintained bldg. 2 Bths in 2 Bdr units from $925 Gas heat, f/p, d/w, inste w/d hookup, gated u/g prkg. Cat OK Call: 604-870-9797 www.apt4rent.ca

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

33382 George Ferguson Way

BIRCHWOOD MANOR

New SRI Manufactured Homes. Single Double Modulars on display. Repossessions 1974-2004. Chuck 604-830-1960.

Abbots. clean & spacious *2 Bdrm units from $750 & up Some w/insuite laundry hook-up, d/w, prkg. Part of the Abbotsford Crime Free Housing Program Cat OK . Call: 604-832-8909 ------------------------------------------Baywest Management Corp.

New SRI Single and double wides in Ruskin park with river view from $89,900. Chuck 604-830-1960 New SRI single wide in family park and another space in adult park. from $81,900. Chuck 604-830-1960

ABBOTSFORD 32120 Peardonville 1 bdrm. apt., F/S, D/W, gas f/p, NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Doreen @ 604-302-1229.

MORTGAGES

ABBOTSFORD,32120 Peardonville 2 bdrm, 2 bathrm. apt., F/S, D/W, gas f/p, A/C NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Doreen @ 604-302-1229.

Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Abbotsford Central Mountainview - Bakerview THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

LIGHT DUTY WOOD & METAL cutting & drilling machinery for sale. Call for details. 604-746-3005 Steve

636

706

www.dannyevans.ca

TOOLS

627

ABBOTSFORD

RENTALS

ABBOTSFORD, 33509 Marshall, 2 bdrm apt, quiet bldg, corner unit. $800/mo. Avail now. Call: 604-557-0411 or 604-807-3294. Abbotsford

33810 Fern St.

ABBOTSFORD 2 bdrm nr Super Store mtn view 5 appls incl W/D gas f/p gas & ht/water incl sec u/g prkg with remote $975mo. Avail now. 604-556-2599 refer to unit 433 TRY A bcclassified.com CLASSIFIED AD.

ABBOTSFORD - Abby Glen Apt’s 2959 Tims St. Reno’d 1 & 2 bdrm suites avail. Call 778-880-0920.

Plain milk is a healthy alternative to sugary drinks. Refer to Canada’s food guide to learn how much milk and milk alternatives your child needs each day.

Real, unsweetened fruit juice can be offered as an occasional treat. Be sure to limit juice to one small glass (125 ml).

Pack a reusable water bottle in your child’s lunch or sports bag.

Caffeine, energy and sports drinks are not recommended for children.

Apartment & Townhouse Complex

For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!

Under New Ownership For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!! Town & Country Apartments 1948 McCallum Road

Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.

1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

meadowood@ pacificquorum.com

Comfortable 3 storey low rise, convenient & affordable. 1 & 2 bedrm stes, balconies, lockers in & outdoor pkg, lndry rm. Close to schools & transit. Small pets ok. This property is a participant in the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program.

34313 Forrest Terrace

www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc

Large Landscaped Grounds Public Transit at the Front Door Small pets ok This property is a participant in the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program

For more info & viewing call

604-615-5382

604-615-5397 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets

3046 Clearbrook Road

Spacious Bachelor 1 & 2 bdrms avail

For more info & viewing call

Townhouses 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

Forest Terrace Apartments

Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

Conveniently located at Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!

Abbotsford’s Best Kept Secret Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership

2 Full Baths, In-Suite Storage, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Garburator, In-Suite Laundry Hook-ups, On-Site Mgmt Please call for Prices. Sorry no pets

For One Year Lease 13th Month FREE Rent!

1 Month FREE Rent On 1 Year Lease Early and Immediate Possession Available

Cozy 3 storey bldg, close to all amen. 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Close to transit, parks, schools; covered pkg, balconies, laundry room. Small pets ok.

Richard Court 33333 12th Avenue Cozy 5 story complex in quiet park like setting on Mission Hillside. 1 & 2 bdrm suites avail. Close to transit, parks, schools; pkg, balconies, laundry rm. Small pets ok. For more info & viewing call

Park Lane Manor 33331 Old Yale Road

Age 40 Senior & Adult Oriented Come See What You Have Been Missing!

This property is a participant in the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program.

Call Esther 604-853-0549

604-615-5402

778-788-1857

“ A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE “ www.AbbotsfordApartments.com SPACIOUS APT SUITES FOR RENT

1 bdrm *2 bdrm* corner suites Rent includes heat & hot water! Nice decor, clean, specifically designed for the needs of families, seniors, professionals & university students. Abbotsford Apt Resident Mgrs are Crime Free Multi-Housing certified Excellent location on bus route. Within walking distance to all amenities - post office, shopping, medical clinic, library & rec. centre. Call Marilyn to view (604)-855-3345

Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

CLEARBROOK Crime Free Living 31790 UNION AVENUE HURON COURT

For more info & viewing call Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 604-854-6397

$200 MOVE-IN ALLOWANCE (Ask For Details)

MISSION HILLS:

Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.

Call 604-852-7350 ABBOTSFORD

MAINSTREET EQUITY CORP.

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS!

✳ 1 Bdrm. from $625/mo. ✳ 2 Bdrms from $745/mo.

APARTMENTS

ABBOTSFORD

Available Now! 1 Bedroom - Also Bach & 2 Bdrms avail

Offer children water throughout the day. Try fresh slices of lemon or cucumber to add a refreshing flavour to water.

Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Ownership

Apartments

1 & 2 Bdrms Stes

APARTMENT/CONDO

MEADOWOOD

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

ABBOTSFORD

706

Abbotsford/Mission

ABBOTSFORD

Nelson Court

Phone 604-556-7705

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

33095 Old Yale Road

ABBOTSFORD, West. Mins to hwy & shopping. Newer 1 bdrm apt. Secure U/G prkg & storage. 5 S/S appls. $850/mo. N/P. N/S. 604-3082525 or 604-825-9628.

Avoid sugar-sweetened beverages, like pop and fruit punch. They provide little nutritional value and are packed with calories.

706

or Email

Great View

Get your calories from healthy foods and your liquids from water.

APARTMENT/CONDO

Phone 604-852-4696

ABBOTSFORD Near 5 Corners. 1 bdrm $625/mo (1 person) 2 bdrm $725/mo. Call (604)751-3885

Choose healthy – ZERO sugar-sweetened drinks

706

RENTALS

LET’S MAKE A DEAL NEW LOWER RENTS 1 MONTH FREE RENT SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

Avail Feb. 1st. 2 bdrm. 3 appl. Parking. Ns/np. $780/mo. 778-344-7654 ABBOTSFORD 1 bdrm. & den, avail. immed. W/D, u/g prkg. Near bus & shops. No dogs. Cat OK. 778-240-0232

RENTALS

MISSION, dwntown. Beautiful quiet spac bach $550, 1 bdrm $625. Secure bldg. Ref’s. N/P.604-814-2435 MISSION: immac 1 Bdrm, new, 5 appls, secure prkg, storage, balcony, avail Feb 1st. (604)820-8664

Large, Bright & Clean

Rent incl’s; Heat, H/wtr, U/G Pkg Quiet, Well Maint. Build. No Pets.

1 & 2 Bdrms Avail No Pets. Written ref’s required.

Call 604-826-7880

Seniors Discount $25

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RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

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ABBOTSFORD - Attractive office &/or Retail Spaces Available. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Ph Frank@ Noort Investments 604-835-6300.

ROOMMATE WANTED ~ Share hydro, gas & hydro. $325/mo. + utils. 2172 Vinewood St. 604-7465033 or 604-832-3306

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Pet Friendly Buildings!

GREENHOUSE FOR LEASE for flowering & bedding plants. Retail and wholesale. Fully computerized and automated system. 2.5 acres incl. greenhouse. Approx. 43,000 covered area. 1.5 acres set up for outside use. City water. High traffic area. 5498 Gladwin Rd., Abbts. Call 604-807-3910 for more info.

CHELSEA PARK GARDENS 33710 Marshall Road

RETAIL / OFFICE space for lease, 1800 & 3500 s.f. 2485 W. Railway, Abbotsford. 604-850-7731

STORE - IT

1 Bdrms ..... from $625/mo. 2 Bdrms ...... from $771/mo.

WAREHOUSE/OFFICE space available immed. 2337 Townline Rd. Abbotsford. Call 604-854-5405.

Individual Insulated Bays All Bays Alarmed

ABBOTSFORD

Under New Management

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease

Call 604-751-3619 Villa Vista 33292 Robertson Ave East Bachelors ........ from $521/mo. 1 Bdrms ........... from $625/mo. 2 Bdrms ........... from $771/mo. Villa Monaco 33263 Bourquin Crescent East

Bachelors .... from $521/mo. 1 Bdrms ...... from $625/mo. 2 Bdrms ...... from $771/mo. 33298 Robertson Ave.

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34595 2nd Ave House Heritage 1,177 Sq. ft. home, 2 bdrm, 1 bath. Near shopping, park and entertainment. Pets allowed. Recently renovated. Huntington area. Avail. Immediately $1,100/mo. Call 604-3098955.

33405 Bourquin Place

ABBOTSFORD, 3371 Sechelt Terrace, clean 2 bdrm. down, 3 up, close to schools, 3 baths, f/s up and down, ldry., 2 gar., $1550 mo. Feb. 1. (604)852-6516 or 778-344-5424

For leasing enquiries Call 604-751-2934 Mainstreet Equity Corp. Website: www.mainst.biz

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge Available Feb. 1 2 BDRMS. Great location for seniors!

Clean, quiet & affordable! Incl. heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance.

Refs & Credit check req. Sorry No Pets For more info. google us.

ABBOTSFORD. 3 bdrm + den, lovely rancher 1.5 ba, 1800 sf. Near hospital. Fcd b/yard, 1 car garage. Ns/np. Feb. 1. $1300.604-855-4312 ABBOTSFORD, 5 bdrm 2.5 bath clean house fncd yd, $1350 + utils. No growers. Feb 1. 604-807-9326 ABBOTSFORD, Aldergrove area, 4 bdrm. 2 baths, F/S, W/D, sep. 3 bay shop, large yard. Avail now, $1700. 604-302-4656 or 604-309-3908. ABBOTSFORD two 5 bdrm bsmt farmhouses. One $2300/mo & one $1700/mo. Both avail now. Call: 604-309-0234 or 604-302-0006.

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ABBOTSFORD 3667 Newcastle Dr Clbk. 2 bdrm. suite, newly reno’d. Nr schls & park. 1 bath. New appl. Now. 604-807-6749; 604-859-7094 ABBOTSFORD E. 1 / 2 bdrm legal ab/grd $750/850 incl ldry, hydro, cbl net. Ns/np. Immed. 604-857-3231 ABBOTSFORD. Lge 1 bdrm suite. McKee area, open design, gas f/p, ldry, patio, $700. incl. utils. N/s. 778-908-3439; lve msg 604-859-8281 ABBOTSFORD. Near UFV. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. $725/mo incl hydro. Avail now. NS/NP. 604-859-2137. ABBOTSFORD, new large 2 bdrm. Cardinal Ave. Close to shops, schools, bus. Asher 604-864-2312 ABBOTSFORD older 2 Bdrm, 2 bth, w/d, $750 incl elec/gas. Avail now. NS/NP. 604-828-2985 aft. 5pm.

BE THE ENVY OF YOUR FRIENDS

604-826-2538 Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $630 & 2 bds starting $750, 1.5 bth, h, h/w & prkg incl.Games rm Criminal Record check may be req. 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.

✯ Arlington Place ✯ 2487 Countess St., Abbts (Next to MCC) Very Competitive Rates Quiet, Clean, Well Managed.

NOW AVAILABLE LARGE 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat & hot water included. Fridge, stove, d/w, microwave. Senior’s Discount.

Resident Manager ~ LINDA

604-850-7050

✯ ASPEN COURT ✯

CARS - DOMESTIC

1997 Olds V6, 240km, 4dr, white, 2yr air care, very good cond. needs nothing, $1500 firm. 392-3950 2000 BUICK LESABRE LTD. Heat, memory, lumbar, HUD, good cond. Estate sale. $4900. 604-364-1554.

MISSION

UPPER / LOWER SUITES

McRae - 2bdrm +den lower level twn home, 2 bath, large w/d/strge area, back onto greenspace, sngle gar, gas f/p $1050/mo 2nd Ave - near Stave Lake Rd 3 bdrms 1.5 baths - 5 appli, deep carport, lrg storage shed, conv. to West Coast & dwntwn, Windebank & Heritage Park $1200/mo Waxberry - Desirable Hillside school catchment area, 4bdrm+ den, 2.5 baths, full double garage $1600/mo Tunbridge-Lovely well maint. 3 bdrm home in Tunbridge Station, 2.5 baths, det’d gar., fenced yrd, nice deck, $1650/mo + utils

ABBOTSFORD APARTMENTS

1993 GEO METRO wagon, auto, 163K, blue, Air Cared. Rebuilt eng., $1595. (604)826-0519 1993 MAZDA 323 Red 2dr auto 4 cyl, new tires, good brakes $800 obo. Leave message w/ phone number for call back (604)302-0985

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 604-854-6397

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

1999 CHEVY BLAZER, black, mags 2” lift 4x4, Air Cared, std. new clutch $4995 obo 604-826-0519

1997 MERCEDES E420, all options, mint, garage kept. 118,000 kms. $7200 firm. 604-805-4545.

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $8000 firm. Call 604-538-4883

2004 Honda Civic DX 4cyl 4dr auto a/c p/dl keyless entry,110,000K Great cond $8400. 604-626-8894

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TRUCKS & VANS

1990 F150 HEAVY 1/2, 4x4, new tires, gas tank & alt. auto, good condition $700 red/white 819-4857 1996 F350 dually, diesel, fully loaded, exc. cond. 273,000km, $8750, Alex 604-796-2316

RENITA PATRICIA SAWKINS by her solicitor, BRIAN J. LOUGHLIN ROBERTSON, DOWNE & MULLALLY Barristers & Solicitors 33695 South Fraser Way Abbotsford, BC V2S 2C1

When you need help in a hurry... rush on over to bcclassified.com We’re here for you. The answer to your problem can be as easy as picking up your paper. To place an ad call

604-854-6397

RECREATIONAL/SALE

2011 ADVENTURER 980RDS

Chris Robertson and Cosmos Brass Friday, October 14, 2011 Partially sponsored by Hub Motors, Legal Grounds & Cooperators Insurance

MISSION. CLEAN 3 BDRM, S/F, lndry rm, private yard, $850 + utils. Avail. now. N/S. 604-852-7124.

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Elec. happi-jac, ext. speakers, thermopane windows, awning, microwave. $24,483 (Stk.31050) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

SUITES, UPPER

MISSION, 3/bdrm, top floor, 1.5 baths, separate shared laundry. Pets neg. $1300/mo incl util. Avail immed. 778-241-5882

Yael Weiss, Pianist Friday, February 3, 2012 sponsored by IsabelPartially Bayrakdarian, Soprano Tom Lee Music & 18, BC Hydro Friday, November 2011 Partially sponsored by Best Western Regency Inn & Richard Friesen, Real Estate

2011 EVER-LITE 35RL-DS

W. ABBY updated upper lvl avail. now! 3 bd, 1 bth, stnless app Dis/w. lamin, W/D cable, net incl. NS,NP. $1100 + utils. 604-616-5496.

2011/2012

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-854-6397

Yael Weiss, Pianist Elmer Iseler Singers Friday, February 3, 2012

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Saturday, March 10, 2012 Partially sponsored by

TOWNHOUSES

#133 - 1bdrm+den - 666 sq ft north facing - $825/mo #217 - 1bdrm - 587 sq ft - west facing - $825/mo #321 - 1bdrm+den - 666 sq ft west facing -$895/mo #110 - 2bdrm - 885 sq ft - west facing - $1100/mo

TRANSPORTATION

Elmer Iseler Singers

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Saturday, March 10, 2012

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

FAST EASY REMOVAL OF UNWANTED VEHICLES Cash for all cars, trucks, vans, machines.

Partially sponsored by The Abbotsford News & Abbotsford Community Foundation

SERIES OF SIX CONCERTS:

SEASON TICKETS:

Regular: $110 | Seniors: $100 | Students: $35

AUTO FINANCING

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Partially sponsored by Tom Lee Music & BC Hydro The Abbotsford News & Abbotsford Community Foundation

Ext. shower, AM/FM/CD/DVD, power awning, power tongue jack, LCD TV, A/C. $34,483 (Stk.30968) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

ABBOTSFORD, 33499 Marshall, 3 bdrm, 3 level, 1.5 bath, 1800 sf $1100/mo. Avail Feb 1. Call 604-557-0411 or 604-807-3294. MISSION: 3 Bdrm Townhome, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. 604-820-1715

Regular: $110 | Seniors: $100 | Students: $35 Order Form in Brochure or Phone: 604.859.5192 or 604.854.3318 Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231

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(604)826-9076

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604-820-8888

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

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Auto Loans Approved!! Largest Dealer Group Huge Selection Cars Trucks Vans Suvs. Free delivery BC/AB Best Rates Always Approved. Apply online: autocredit911.com or call Tollfree-1-888-635-9911

GOLD SPONSORS SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

Karl Stobbe, Violinist; Joel Stobbe, Cello Friday, April 20, 2012 Partially sponsored by Karl Stobbe, Violinist; MusicCello & JoelKings Stobbe, Clearbrook Grain & Friday, April 20, 2012 Milling Co. Ltd.

Partially sponsored by Kings Music & Clearbrook Grain & Milling Co. Ltd.

email: valleyconcertsociety@telus.net

Clearbrook Grain & Milling Co. Ltd Best Western Regency Inn

Check out the transportation section (800’s) of the classifieds to find “Deals On Wheels”

Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Jan Schouten are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executrix on or before January 13, 2012, after which date the Executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entities to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executrix then has notice.

LRG one BR 900 sq suite in a culde-sack. Close to lake, mall, hosp., transit. W/D & D/W incl. N/S, sm pet negot., ph: Peter 7788367450

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BRAD WILLIS Executor c/o ANDERSON & THOMPSON Barristers & Solicitors 22311 - 119th Avenue Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 2Z2 Attn: Laurence W. Anderson

AND OTHERS

1996 TOYOTA Avalon XLS, loaded, auto, 175 K, new tires, batt., leather,3L V6, $5400 obo.604-812-1278

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NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of JOHN PETER SPERLING formerly of #334, 7436 Stave Lake Street, Mission, British Columbia, Deceased, who died on February 16, 2011, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned Executor at the address shown below, on or before February 10, 2012, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to claims that have been received.

RE: THE ESTATE OF JAN SCHOUTEN, deceased formerly of Abbotsford, BC

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2009 HONDA FIT- 4 dr hatch back, 50K, Auto p/w. p/s, red. Auto Start. $9700: (604)836-5931

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

1996 Honda Accord, auto, 4 dr, red, am/fm/cd, full load, newer tires, lady driven, 197K, $3200. 604-889-5356

The Scrapper

CALL 604-870-1118

Debra Murphy Take note that the furnishings & personal effects located at 719 Marion Rd., Abbotsford, BC, will be disposed of accordingly if storage fees are not paid in full by Feb. 10, 2012. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to The Manager, SaveOn Moving & Storage 2004 Ltd. 604-556-6889.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

TOYOTA YARIS 2007 Hatchback 5 Dr 74k auto, full service history $8500 Call 604-746-6639 after 6pm

LATITUDE - designer color scheme, open concept kitchen w/ granite & eating bar - 6 ST/ST appli, in-suite w/d, electric f/p spacious covered deck, gated u/g prkng. Billiards & exercise room, Hot Water Included

Time for a new car?

UTILITY TRAILERS

UTILITY TRAILER 5X10 4000LB Axle, removable sides, $1000 (604)820-0899 or 604-866-0546

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

2450 Center St. Abbotsford NEW BUILDING VERY COMPETITIVE RATES QUIET, CLEAN, WELL MANAGED NOW AVAILABLE BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES Heat & hot water incl. Fridge, stove, d/w, microwave. UNDERGROUND SECURE PARKING

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2003 Cadillac CTS. Black on black, leather, sunroof. Must see! $10,500, Mint. Phone 604 809 6235

2010 HONDA CRV 37,000 KMS, auto, 4 x 4, gray. Loaded. $19,800: (604)836-5931

Brand new one bedroom, above ground, can be furnished suite, in desirable subdivision. Tastefully appointed, super bright and spacious with private entrance. Utilities, wireless, cable, fireplace, full bath, beautiful kitchen with lots of space, shared laundry. Available February 1st. No smoking. No Pets. $800 per month 604-826-3734

MISSION Mobile Park. Adults only. 2 bdm trailer $650/mo. Avail. now. Phone 604-289-0158 - 9am to 6pm.

HOUSES

Quiet, well managed, on site manager. Close to Downtown & Westcoast Express. NO PETS. References Required.

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2006 FORD F350 FX4 Diesel Lariat, full load. Leather etc. Over $10,000 in recent repairs- with receipts - Tires, brakes, shocks etc. No acc. $18,900/obo. (778)3224593 or 778-893-4866

SUITES, LOWER

CLEARBROOK 4 bdrm, 4 appli’s, fenced backyard, small shed. Avail immed. $1300/mo. (604)302-9080.

MISSION

33366 2nd Ave. Mission

2005 CHEVROLET ASTRO VANall wheel, 8 pass. loaded, like new, $6250 Abby. 604-309-3135

In the matter of Warehouse Lien Act and Save-On Moving & Storage 2004 Ltd. located at 719 Marion Rd., Abbotsford, BC.

ABBOTSFORD, W. 2 bdrm, abv. grnd. W/D, Feb. 1. $750 incl. utils. Cls to schls. NP/NS. 604-859-0381

Charman - BRAND NEW 2bdrm higher end homes, pristinely manicured property, 1 full bath, private w/d $900/mo incl utils.

1 bdrms. from $630/mo.

1-800-910-6402

2002 OLDSMOBILE Intrique. Good running shape. (lost license) $1200. Good battery/tires. (604)746-2582

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. Old Clayburn Rd. area. Near amen. Avail. now or Feb. 1st. Ns/np. 604897-6585 or 604-853-9366.

Clearbrook 5 bdrm house 2½ bth Fecd yd Single garage. $1400+water. Avl. now. Refs. 604-897-9189

TRUCKS & VANS

2003 CHEV AVALANCHE, auto., 4x4, white, loaded with options. $10,000 firm (604)538-9257

2002 BUICK LESABRE Limited Edition, 115K, grey leather int, fully loaded, new front brakes, 6/cyl, 4/door. $5900. Call 604-807-3996.

ABBOTSFORD, W. 4 Bdrm, 2 bath house in the country, compl reno’d. N/S, N/P. $1500/mo. Avail now. Call: (604)308-6698

604-820-0128 HABITAT APARTMENTS

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ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. bsmt. suite. Near UFV & bus. Ns/np. Feb 1st. 604-852-3910; 604-614-3302

CEDARWOOD MANOR Friendly Management 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

604-854-4664 Located in Abbotsford

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HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm., duplex, clean, $700 mo. Avail. Feb. 1. N/S N/P. 604-302-9080

Call 604-751-2125

AUTO FINANCING

TRANSPORTATION

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

STORAGE

✦ CARS ✦ BOATS ✦ ✦ SUPPLIES ✦ 12’ x 40’ & 24’ x 40’ Ceiling height 8’

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

1 Bdrms ...... from $574/mo. 2 Bdrms ...... from $653/mo. 1 Bdrms ...... from $665/mo. 2 Bdrms ...... from $756/mo.

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Abbotsford - Large Barns for Rent, nr town! Suitable for storage. Almost 4000 sq ft, 160’ x 24’. Clean, cement flrs w/electricity. Quick highway access. Owner lives on site. Call 604-309-9023 after 6pm.

CHILLIWACK 3 bdrm, 3 bath, brand new appl, dbl grge, hrdwd flrs, fncd yrd. $1650. madaigle1@gmail.com

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ROOMS FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION

Abbotsford Printing Inc. Cooperators Insurance Richard Friesen, Seniors’ Real Estate Specialist HUB MOTOR SERVICE Tom Lee Music • Dhana Redman

SILVER SPONSORS

Abbotsford Inc. BRONZEPrinting SPONSORS Cooperators Insurance Legal Grounds Coffee House Inc. Vancity Credit Union Richard Friesen, Alicja Jaholkowski Seniors’ Real Estate Specialist Hub Motor Service Tom Lee Music Dhana Redman

BRONZE SPONSORS Clearbrook Grain & Milling Co. Ltd Best Western Regency Inn

Legal Grounds Coffee House Inc. Vancity Credit Union Alicja Jaholkowski

Sal Ferreras, Percussionist and the Southern Cross Trio Friday, May 4, 2012 Partially sponsored by Abbotsford Printing, Van CityFerreras, Credit Union & Sal Friends of the Valley Concert Society

Percussionist and the Southern Cross Trio Friday, May 4, 2012

Partially sponsored by Abbotsford Printing, Van City Credit Union & Friends of the Valley Concert Society


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