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An SFU biologist has found the fish farm production and decline in sockeye stocks is linked.

Students at Margaret Stenersen Elementary will be greeted by a new mural as classes resume. Jay Havens, a local First Nations artist, painted a scene showing the passing down of knowledge – a fisherman teaching his craft to two youngsters on the Fraser River. The lower portion of the painting is filled with salmon, and is bordered on both sides by blue herons. When it is finished, the sky will be filled with stars, each with four dots, representing the directions of the Sto:lo medicine wheel.

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An Abbotsford dad is still fighting to have his autistic daughter returned home, and anticipates it will be at least several more weeks before that happens. Derek Hoare appeared in family court last Thursday, when a presentation hearing was held in which the Ministry of Children and Family Development laid out its reasons for wanting to extend his daughter’s time in foster care. The hearing will continue on Sept. 26. Meanwhile, Hoare said he has been meeting weekly with ministry case workers, and hopes that mediation will result in the return of nineyear-old Ayn before the case proceeds through the lengthy court process. “I’m staring at least at another six weeks (through mediation), but it shouldn’t be another six minutes,” Hoare said. The girl was removed from Hoare’s care on June 16 – four days after she had wandered away from home, resulting in a police search. Ayn Continued on A6

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for four years. She decided to apply for an opening to give back to the Abbotsford school trustee Shirley Wilson has resigned community once her two children – a son and a daughter, from her position with the local Big Brothers Big Sisters now ages 14 and 16 respectively – didn’t need her at home (BBBS) organization to accept a job with the Langley as much. Wilson had a fond connection to BBBS, having been a Memorial Hospital Foundation (LMHF). Big Sister in the early 1990s in Williams Lake. Wilson’s last day as director of external rela“I felt really seriously inclined to apply (for the tions for BBBS of the Fraser Valley is Sept. 14, job opening) ... I can’t even begin to explain it, but and her new role as LHMF director of developI knew that was what I wanted to do.” ment begins Sept. 27. She said among the highlight of the time with Wilson said it was a tough choice to leave a job BBBS was the organization’s ability to raise funds that she loves, but she is looking forward to the for its capital campaign, while boosting its opera“learning opportunities” and the different chaltional funding – to an all-time high – through lenges she will face in her new position. events such as Bowl for Kids’ Sake and an annual “It was an opportunity, career-wise, that I golf tournament. couldn’t turn down,” she said. WILSON Wilson said she is pleased with the new path The LMHF is a non-profit organization that the organization is taking, in amalgamating with raises and designates funds for medical equipBBBS Upper Fraser Valley to become BBBS of the Fraser ment and programs for the hospital. Individuals and groups raise money for the foundation Valley. Services and operations are currently being re-orgaby hosting independent events, and the LMHF itself nized – including the role Wilson is leaving – and will holds an annual charity gala each year. make for a more efficient and sustainable service to Wilson has been with the organization that was formerAbbotsford News

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The Abbotsford branch of the Royal Canadian Legion has presented a $7,500 cheque to the Abbotsford Hospice Society for its capital campaign. The society will build Holmberg House – a resource centre and adult hospice – on the Campus of Care site adjacent to Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Also included on the site will be Canuck Place Children’s Hospice and Matthew’s House, a respite facility for children with severe disabilities. The two-storey adult hospice will consist of a homelike building which will offer medical care to accommodate the person who is ill, as well as family and friends. There will be 10 private patient suites, each opening onto a private balcony overlooking gardens and a patio.

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When full-day kindergarten was implemented at Sandy Hill elementary in Abbotsford a year ago, longtime teacher Sylvia Tuytel was skeptical. Now, she is one of its biggest proponents, as the remainder of schools throughout the province – including 10 in Abbotsford – move from half-day to full-day classes. Tuytel and her colleague, Shelley Portas, who both teach French immersion kindergarten at the school, rave about the advantages of having their young charges in the classroom for a full day, five days a week. “We’ve been calling it the gift of time,” Tuytel said. Tuytel, a teacher for 28 years, said she was initially concerned that kindergarten would become “too much of an academic experience,” but the ministry of education curriculum has not changed. Instead, the students have more opportunities for learning and socialization built into fun playtime sessions, she said. She said she was also worried that a full day would be too overwhelming and exhausting for the young students. “My expectation was that children weren’t ready, but (in the end) I was still running to keep up with them ... They were ready and they were happy to be here. They were a very enthusiastic group of learners.” Tuytel said parents who had reservations about fullContinued on A7

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Sandy Hill elementary kindergarten teacher Sylvia Tuytel initially had reservations about full-day classes but, one year later, is a strong proponent.

Middle schools get playground funds Six Abbotsford schools granted up to $50,000 Six Abbotsford middle schools are getting new playgrounds. The provincial government announced up to $50,000 in funding for each of: Abbotsford School of Integrated Arts (ASIA) – Sumas Mountain Campus, Colleen and Gordie Howe, Eugene Reimer, WA Fraser, Abbotsford and Clayburn middle schools. Middle schools have students in Grades 6, 7 and 8. At a press conference in Delta on Friday morning, Premier Christy Clark announced $8 million in funding over two years for 44 new playgrounds and playground upgrades across the province. “Learning continues outside the classroom and play-

grounds are a venue where kids come together and learn from each other through play,” said Clark. The province also announced a commitment to ensure that all of the public elementary schools in the province, and every middle school that wants one, will have a playground for their students. There are currently 1,347 of these schools in B.C. “Well-planned school playgrounds provide unique learning environments for our children and are an important part of their school experience,” said Education Minister George Abbott in the press release. “They are an extension of the classroom and help promote fun and healthy activity for kids at school.”

SCHOOL DISTRICT ENERGY EVALUATION FortisBC and the Abbotsford school district have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to evaluate how the district’s energy needs can be better met. The two organizations will be looking at options to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. This includes the use of thermal energy via equipment and facilities owned and operated by FortisBC. The MOU is for one year, during which time both parties agree to undertake engineering studies to determine which Abbotsford schools would make good candidates for the new energy systems.

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turned up safely in a neighbour’s backyard. But Hoare said the basis for the ministry’s concerns is Ayn’s behaviour in school, where she, at times, has been violent and aggressive to teachers and herself. Hoare said the ministry has then used these examples to conclude that Ayn also behaves this way at home, and she must be medicated in order to control her behaviour. He is adamantly opposed to this step. “You don’t drug your kids to make life easier for you,” he said, adding that he also

does not want to expose Ayn to the possible side effects of medication recommended for her and currently being used while she is in foster care. He said he would rather home-school Ayn because he knows how to re-direct any issues she is having, and she does not exhibit the same behaviour at home. Hoare is concerned about the impact the separation is having on his daughter and his two other children – both boys, including a 10-year-old with autism – who remain in his care. He said a report detailing two visits that his ex-

wife, Amie, had with Ayn described the girl’s turmoil. “She’s disconnected and she’s just sort of walking around saying she wants to see me. She keeps going, ‘Daddy’s coming. Daddy’s coming.’ ” He has declined to visit her, fearing he will trigger deeper trauma when he has to leave. Hoare’s Facebook page, “Help Bring Little Autistic Girl Back to her Daddy,” continues to draw supporters from around the world and currently has more than 3,600 members. An online petition demanding her return home has close to 3,500 signatures.

Record-breaking revenues From A4

children and families, she said. Operations in Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge were ceased earlier this year, due to cuts in government gaming grants. Offices in Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack remain open. Executive director David Sheach said Wilson will be greatly missed, and was instrumental in helping BBBS achieve record-breaking revenues from events, managing the renovation

of the building in Abbotsford, and building programs across the Fraser Valley. “Shirley has guided the organization with gusto and care for people and detail,” he said. Wilson said she will remain active in Abbotsford, including seeking another term on the board of education during November’s municipal election. “I’m still very, very committed to supporting the work that the community does for children and families in Abbotsford.”

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Projected enrolment 1,360 From A5

day sessions also grew to see the benefits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The general consensus by the end of the year is that they (the kids) were very happy ... and they were not fatigued.â&#x20AC;? She said the only thing she would change is to extend the â&#x20AC;&#x153;gradual entryâ&#x20AC;? period for kids at the start of the school year. Students begin with partial days and smaller groups, and must be integrated into full-day sessions by Wednesday, Sept. 14. Tuytel said she would prefer to see that period extended to the end of September. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The children need some extra time to build their confidence.â&#x20AC;? But not everyone has supported the move to full-day kindergarten. Kids First Parents Association of Canada, which supports parental care over daycare, has said there is no benefit to the longer sessions compared to the half-day ones. Full-day kindergarten can be viewed as babysitting rather than education, the group stated in a submission to the Early Childhood Learning Agency, which conducted a feasibility study on the issue in 2008. In that submission, Kids First cited a study that showed kids do better on academic tests when they start kindergarten later than age five. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finnish formal schooling begins at age seven, and Finland has the highest literacy

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rankings,â&#x20AC;? the Kids First report said. A total of 19 schools in Abbotsford offered full-day kindergarten in the 2010/11 school year. These sites were selected for the first phase because they could most easily accommodate the increased class time without having to add portables or undergo renovations. A total of 962 Abbotsford students were enrolled in full-day classes last year, while another 405 attended half-day sessions. The remaining 10 schools move to full-day kindergarten for the 2011/12 school year, which begins Tuesday, Sept. 6. School district spokesman Dave Stephen said the projected kindergarten enrolment is 1,360, although that number will become more exact when the official count is finalized at the end of September. Three of the remaining schools â&#x20AC;&#x201C; King, Mountain and South Poplar â&#x20AC;&#x201C; required the addition of portable classrooms at a cost of $212,00 each. Site preparation, renovations and materials at all the schools amounted to $620,000 in capital costs. This includes work such as re-plumbing, extra fire protection, painting and cleaning, and new shelves and storage units. The other seven schools moving to fulltime kindergarten are: Auguston, Bradner, Dr. T. A. Swift, McMillan, Mt. Lehman, ASIA/North Poplar and Prince Charles.

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Probe reports differ over salmon farm risk Disease, not sea lice, main threat: Inquiry researcher

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mercial salmon farms are seriously harming the Fraser River sockeye run. SFU biologist Dr. Larry Dill concluded the evidence suggests the growth in fish

farm production and the decline in sockeye stocks are linked, likely in concert with other marine factors. He found the spread of disease is the most likely factor – not

sea lice infestations, escaping farmed salmon or waste discharged from the farms, such as uneaten food or chemicals. The potential damage to juvenile sockeye from the large numbers of penned Atlantic salmon they pass in the Broughton Archipelago might seem like common sense, Dill testified

Monday before the commission into the decline of sockeye stocks, but stressed his findings are far from conclusive. “The evidence for that is there, but it’s fairly weak and uncertain,” he said. “Common sense is not always a good guide to science.” Dill said the aquaculture industry adds

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Sockeye openings have been curtailed in recent years, due to small runs.

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conceded the evidence so far does not suggest aquaculture is directly responsible. Dill, Noakes and two other researchers testifying Monday agreed that wild sockeye and the aquaculture industry should be able to safely co-exist, if the farms are managed properly and steps are taken to reduce any harmful interactions between them. Lawyers for the provincial government agreed Monday to release provincial audits of salmon farms, including data on dead and diseased fish. That was a reversal from last week, when the provincial representative at the inquiry argued the release would not be in the public interest and could have a chilling effect on voluntary disclosure of disease outbreaks – on livestock farms as well as fish farms. “I don’t think anybody bought that,” said Watershed Watch Salmon Society executive director Craig Orr, who said the provincial concession was a relief to many inquiry participants. “It’s really important to have the audited data to examine to see whether there are problems in the data submitted by the farmers.” Aquaculture remains the focus of the sockeye commission hearings until at least Sept. 8, before turning to issues such as water temperatures, cumulative impacts and the priorities of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. The judicial inquiry led by retired Judge Bruce Cohen was called by the federal government after less than 1.5 million sockeye returned in 2009, far fewer than the more than 10 million expected.

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Abbotsford Council will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. on September 12, 2011, in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., under the provisions of the Local Government Act to consider the following bylaws. At the Public Hearing, all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaws that are the subject of the hearing.

The following is a synopsis of the bylaws amending the Zoning Bylaw of the City of Abbotsford, and is not deemed to be an interpretation. A copy of each bylaw and relevant background documentation may be inspected in the Economic Development & Planning Services Department (Second Floor), Abbotsford City Hall, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., on August 29, 30, 31, September 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 12, 2011 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Planning Services Staff at 604-864-5510.

ABBOTSFORD ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW BYLAW NO. 2081-2011

ABBOTSFORD ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW BYLAW NO. 2099-2011

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LOCATION: A portion of 2010 Peardonville Road, 2028 Peardonville Road and a portion of 2046 Peardonville Road

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A portion of Parcel “C” (Reference Plan 10823) Lot 6 Section 13 Township 13 NWD Plan 7508 Except Plan BCP46823 and a portion of Lot “B” Section 13 Township 13 NWD Plan 10015 Except Plan BCP46823

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PROPOSED ZONING: General Industrial Zone – Low Impact (I2A) PURPOSE: If approved, this bylaw will create the General Industrial Zone - Low Impact (I2A), a new Zoning Bylaw de¿nition for “Farm Industrial Use” exclusively for use with the I2A Zone, and rezones the subject site from A1 to I2A.

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Agricultural One Zone (A1)

PROPOSED ZONING: General Industrial Zone - Low Impact Service Centre (I2B) PURPOSE: If approved, this bylaw will create the General Industrial Zone – Low Impact Service Centre (I2B) and rezones the subject site from A1 to I2B.

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Provocative tax proposal High home costs are increasingly pricing people out of the real estate market and raising questions about Metro Vancouver’s long-term affordability and sustainability. The market’s rise has been partly driven by an influx of foreign investment, including a steady parade of buyers from China. Meanwhile, the struggle continues to find new funding for TransLink for much-needed transit expansion without inflicting too much pain on already heavily taxed residents and motorists. Gas taxes, vehicle levies and tolls are all hugely unpopular. So here’s one provocative proposal that might help put a dent in both problems: Double TransLink’s current residential property tax rates. But at the same time, create a homeowner grant that rebates 50 per cent of the TransLink tax. Like the homeowner grant on municipal property tax, the TransLink version would exclude second vacation homes and disqualify owners who aren’t

Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. There’d be no change in the $230 a year in property tax the average resident homeowner now pays TransLink for a typical $650,000 house in Metro Vancouver. Most working folks would notice no difference. But the transportation authority would suck twice as much cash from foreign buyers, other non-resident owners and speculators. A $4-million luxury condo owned by a Shanghai business magnate or Alberta oil tycoon – who jets in once or twice a year – might bring $2,800 to TransLink each year instead of the current $1,400. And why shouldn’t they pay more? They come to enjoy Vancouver’s legendary livability yet make no permanent commitment to the region and use scarce housing inefﬁciently. And if a selective TransLink tax hike on non-residents or other owners of ritzy homes takes even a bit of the juice out of our overheated real estate market, so much the better. – Black Press

150 years of history awaits you Mark

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Other Hand Sitting as usual at a sunny little table on the corner of my deck reading the morning newspaper and enjoying a cup of coffee, I heard voices from a couple on the street, hidden from my view by the trees. It was 9:30 a.m. Sunday. Being in my usual state of morning deshabille (bathrobe and nothing else), I was a little taken aback when one voice remarked “yes, he’s out there drinking coffee.” Then up to my gate rolls an attractive blonde on a bicycle, followed by a male similarly attired in bike racing gear. I walked to the edge of the elevated deck closest to the gate, ensuring the robe was tightly cinched, hoping that the angle was such that no more than my knobby knees were exposed, and engaged in a conversation that was obviously with wellacquainted friends, yet I had no clue who they were. First of all, at my age not too many

people that I thought I knew ride bikes, fewer still are in the physical shape these people were, and lastly they were wearing helmets and sunglasses. Despite that, we had a protracted “how are ya, good to see ya, how far you ridden” conversation, all leading I hoped to some sort of identifying information. To no avail. After a few minutes of chitchat, they declared they had to be on their way, and while bidding farewell, said “see you later this afternoon” and then it dawned on me who they were. We were attending a retirement party for a friend that day, and I had just been talking to his younger brother and wife. Disguise in the form of cycling gear, rather than a failing memory, was my downfall. Then yesterday, out of the blue I received an email from someone who at ﬁrst glance also did not conjure any memories. She detailed our previous interaction, and thanked me for helping promote some years ago her start-up project – Abbotsford’s Circle Farm Tour – through Tourism Abbotsford. That drew another blank. But as I mulled over the message, the

memory banks churning away, I ﬁnally recalled who this person (now with a different surname) was. But recounting old times, and attempting to rekindle distant memories, was not the thrust of the email. What this person is doing, and was

Think about how many things in B.C. are a century and a half old, and yet Barkerville has a whole town full of them. soliciting my assistance to get the message out, is trying to generate interest in our province’s history, and promoting what has become the iconic example of the reasons for British Columbia’s birth. Her name was Donna Bernard, back when she worked for Tourism Abbotsford. Today she has a different name, but it is her nom de plume that really is the essence of what she is trying to accomplish.

Donna is the marketing manager for the historic recreation that is Barkerville, and she is touring the province – at least 10,000 km of it, in period costume, and as “Barkerville Bella” – promoting the Gold Rush town’s 150th anniversary next year. Think about how many things in B.C. are a century and a half old, and yet Barkerville has a whole town full of them. It is a place that, though I have visited only occasionally, is one of the most significant historic sites of British Columbia. The gold rush that created the town, with many original buildings, and many more that have been saved and moved to the site, is one of the reasons we became a province, became part of what was to become Canada, and saved ourselves from being another state of the American union. It may not be on your ‘bucket list’ but is most deﬁnitely worth visiting. Also try to take in the many other historic spots such as Yale in the Fraser Canyon that, in their day roughly 150 years ago, made B.C. the most populous place east of Chicago and north of San Francisco. You will come away with memories and images of people not soon forgotten. markrushton@abbynews.com

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Abby Collegiate’s Andreas Tan, Mouat’s Dairien Silva, Hansen’s Harjot Ghuman and Bateman’s Kent Hicks (from left) are among B.C.’s elite high school linemen.

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In football, it’s all guts and very little glory for the guys who battle in the trenches. In our high school football preview, we shine a light on four of Abbotsford’s top linemen. FTER starting at centre for the Abbotsford Collegiate Panthers last season, Andreas Tan is shifting over to left tackle this fall – perhaps the most crucial spot on the offensive line, because he’s protecting the quarterback’s blind side. The Grade 12 athlete is making the transition look easy, and head coach Jay Fujimura believes the fact Tan also plays basketball has been crucial. “Basketball has really helped his footwork,” Fujimura explained. “He’s done a really good job. I think he’ll be one of the better linemen in the province.” Tan is part of a senior class that is particularly special to Fujimura, the Panthers’

NALYZING Dairien Silva’s heady play as the fulcrum of the W.J. Mouat Hawks’ offensive line, head coach Denis Kelly points to the senior starter’s volunteer coaching gig with the Abbotsford Falcons. Silva serves as an assistant coach with the local community football program’s junior bantam squad, and Kelly, the Hawks’ veteran bench boss, believes the experience has served to hasten Silva’s own onfield development. “It helps his overall approach in terms of what’s involved to become an excellent player,” Kelly asserted. “He approaches the game from a very technical standpoint.”

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NE OF THE more interesting storylines to follow this season will be how the Rick Hansen Hurricanes fare with a Grade 10 quarterback, Alex Ho, leading the offence. Harjot Ghuman can relate to the pressure Ho is facing. The 6’3”, 260-pound right tackle was thrust into the starting lineup as a Grade 10, and he more than held his own against older opponents. “I understand what Alex is going through,” said Ghuman, who is heading into his Grade 11 year. “In the preseason, your first year of senior, everything seems to be moving way faster.” Ghuman got up to speed in a hurry last season, and based on his play, no one

O HEAR Robert Bateman Timberwolves head coach Rick MacDonald tell it, Kent Hicks is essentially a little man trapped in a big man’s body. It’s a compliment. Hicks has the size to line up at defensive end, but he’s also blessed with the type of athletic ability typically associated with smaller players. “He has the one thing no coach can teach him – he’s a big son of a gun,” MacDonald noted with a chuckle. “But he’s agile, coordinated, and has great hands and feet like a running back or quarterback. He really has skills that you don’t see in people who weigh 260 pounds.” Hicks, in fact, tips the scales at 280

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fourth-year head coach. “This will be the first group I’ve seen all the way through high school (since Grade 9),” said Fujimura. “I think they’re going to have some pretty good success this year.” Abby Collegiate is seeking its first senior AA playoff berth since the football program was resurrected after a hiatus, and Tan believes the goal is within reach. “I think we’ve improved exponentially,” the 6’3”,

205-pound lineman said. “A lot of us have been here since Grade 9, and we think we can go really far.” Other key Panthers include Team B.C. receiver Dallas Yassinsky, Grade 11 quarterback Carter Williams, and linebackers Tanner Storoshenko and Jesse Neufeld. Abby Collegiate opens its non-conference schedule with a stiff test at Rotary Stadium on Sept. 16, as they host John Barsby Bulldogs, B.C.’s No. 1-ranked AA squad. Kickoff is at 12 p.m.

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Silva took on the coaching role with the Falcons because his younger brother Lachlan is the team’s QB. He concurs with Kelly that it’s been beneficial to him. “I see the game from two different views,” the 6’2”, 245pound centre explained. “After coaching, I notice I can read the plays a lot better.” Silva is also a workout fiend – he’s been in the weight room at least once, often twice, per day since the 2010 season ended. That sweat investment yielded a spot on the provin-

cial under-18 squad, and Silva helped Team B.C. to a bronze medal at the Football Canada Cup in July. Silva was one of four Hawks on the B.C. squad, joining linebacker Jake Heathcote and defensive backs Nathan Henczel and Deion Bain. Those returnees, along with top running back Devin Logan and starting QB Daniel Markin, form the senior core of a Hawks squad that opens the season ranked No. 3 in AAA. The Hawks open on the road against the Mt. Douglas Rams of Victoria on Sept. 9.

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pounds. The 6’3” Grade 11 athlete is expected to make a major impact with the T-Wolves this season, after representing Team B.C. at the Football Canada Cup in July. The Bateman coaching staff got a sneak preview of Hicks’s abilities last fall. Called up from the T-Wolves’ junior squad for a game with the seniors against Moscrop, he racked up three sacks.

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would have guessed he was in Grade 10. Ghuman was one of the only Grade 11s invited to the B.C. U18 tryout, which is an impressive accomplishment even though he didn’t crack the roster. “We’re looking forward to him anchoring our o-line, which we think will be one of our strengths,” Hansen coach Paul Gill said. The Hurricanes missed the AA playoffs in 2010, but Ghuman believes his team his will catch people by surprise this season. “I think we’re underestimated, as far as the hype goes,” said Ghuman. “It kind of bothers me, but I know that the teams that are up there (in the rankings), they’re more relaxed. Teams like us . . . we’ve got to work harder.” Running back/linebacker Jordon Gmur and wideout/safety Harpreet Dhaliwal also figure to be impact players for the ’Canes, who open the exhibition schedule on Sept. 9 at Earl Marriott.

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CARETAKER or COUPLE Required for 31 unit building in Abbotsford. Successful applicants will be responsible for leasing, building maintenance and suite upgrades. Only those with matching skills should apply, stating salary expectations. Please fax resume to Baywest @ 604-592-3636.

AUTOMOTIVE

COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC, certiﬁcation required. Dynamic manufacturing & processing company in Vancouver is currently accepting resumes. Competitive wage and beneﬁts. Email resumes to rpretorius@wcrl.com

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OBITUARIES

AICHER Rev. Boniface, OSB Of Westminster Abbey, Mission, BC, died on August 30, 2011, aged 90. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 7, at 2:00pm at Westminster Abbey. Interment in the Abbey cemetery immediately after Mass. Reception to follow in the gymnasium. Celebrant will be Rt. Rev. John Braganza, OSB, Abbot. For more information call 604-826-8975.

JACOBSEN, Solveig (Norlin) It’s with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Solveig Jacobsen on August 30, 2011 at the age of 96. She is survived by her daughter, Turid Loewen, (Peter). Predeceased by daughter Djorg Bakke (Oivind). Grandchildren Rita, David, Linda and Sandra. Great grandchildren Jeremy, Samantha, Martin, Filip, Joakim. Nieces Annelise, Mari, Elisabeth, Annemarie, nephew predeceased Erik. She passed away peacefully with family by her side. She will be forever in our hearts. “You are my Sunshine”

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

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LOEWEN Walter Born February 8, 1921 in Rosenort, Ukraine went to be with his Lord September 1, 2011. He is survived by his loving family, Anna his wife of 68 years; children: Annie (Norm) Jago, Rudy (Darlene), Henry, Willie (Kathy) and Elsie (Gary) Simpson; 16 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Walter was predeceased by his daughter Louise Appledorn, sisters Marie Bank and Lusie Derksen and brother George. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 6 at 1:00 p.m. at Clearbrook Mennonite Church, 32027 Peardonville Road, Abbotsford. In lieu of ﬂowers donations to MCC would be appreciated. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com Wiebe and Jeske Funeral Services 604.859.5885

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Chilliwack area auto dealership has an immediate opening for a Service Advisor. Preference will be given to those with experience.

WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTOR

Applicants must possess a valid B.C. drivers license, be bondable and available to work Saturdays. Basic computer skills are mandatory.

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.

The successful applicant will posses strong organizational skills, a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and be able to work in a team environment. You will be working in a high volume, fast pace environment, where attention to detail is a must. Please email resumes to servicejob2011@hotmail.com. We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilﬁeld construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilﬁeld roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.

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.

DRIVER. HEAVY HAUL Co. Runs Western Canada & US. Looking for committed Class 1 driver with heavy haul low bed exp. Must be able to cross border & go into ports. Serious replies only. Email resume & abstract to: trish@sprucehollowheavyhaul.com

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AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualiﬁed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783 CLASSES Starting Sept. 12th. Register now for Natural Health Practitioner, Day Spa Practitioner, Holistic Practitioner. www.naturalhealthcollege.com. 604-682-7991

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Alana Green Manager, Creative Services The Abbotsford News 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 alana@abbynews.com Closing date: Friday, September 9, 2011

To join our team and start your career in logistics, apply on-line at www.evlogistics.com

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

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FORKLIFT DRIVER Abbotsford company is looking for a full time, experienced forklift driver. Must speak ﬂuent English. Work schedule is Monday to Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm. Email resume:

If you are a: positive, outgoing, enthusiastic, people person who is honest, reliable, pays attention to detail and is hard working. If you have: Retail experience & broad knowledge of equestrian products with horse experience. We offer: A fun, interesting place to work, great products, staff and customers, including a staff discount! Please submit resume highlighting retail and horse experience/ knowledge to:

tackshopjob@hotmail.com QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN The person will at least have completed high school – a Diploma or a B.S. in food technology, a plus, as well as experience in a food manufacturing facility & knowledge of HACCP and GMP. Tasks will include: • Pre-operational inspection • Routine checks of raw materials & ﬁnished product. • Monitoring of staff compliance to GMP & to procedures speciﬁed in production records • Regular calibration of instruments • Assisting in Research and Development projects • Assisting in development of HACCP Plan • Monitoring cleanliness and orderliness of production facilities. Please email your resume to Flor.Galvez@ apexfoodsource.com

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FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT Minimum 5 years experience in storm, sanitary & water services. Excellent wages and beneﬁts. Call 604-858-8618 • Fax 604-858-5447 marni45@telus.net

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CLASS 1 DRIVER with super B end dump exp req’d by L.A. Transport Ltd. Wheel loader exp would be of value. Competitive beneﬁt pkg. Fax resume to: 604-854-6176

If you’d like to be part of a great company, please send a resume with a portfolio showcasing your talent to:

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).

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EDUCATION

The Abbotsford News is looking for an outstanding Graphic Designer to work on an on-call basis. This opportunity would work well for a designer currently working freelance, with a ﬂexible schedule. The successful applicant will be a creative and highly-motivated team-player, able to work independently and effectively within deadlines. A comprehensive working knowledge is required of CS3 on Mac OS X.

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Outgoing Individuals Wanted

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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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Opportunity for outstanding

I.T. Service Tech An expanding Chilliwack based provider of I.T. Services seeks a Client-oriented, results focused Business IT professional, with at least two years’ experience. Work Overview: The primary focus will be as our In-shop Bench Technician, carrying out basic computer repairs, Virus removal, Computer upgrades and providing both small business and consumer Onsite support as required. You will also be our primary provider of remote support either by Telephone or remote control methodologies and will be involved with our Managed Services portfolio. This roll will expand as the company continues to grow. Mandatory General Skills/Background: • Formal training and/or Vendor certiﬁcation is preferred • Above average troubleshooting & repair skills. • Experience repairing PC’s, laptops, Printers, routers, wireless technologies & troubleshooting software issues • Familiarity with MS Small Business server & MS Exchange • Understanding of networking concepts, IP troubleshooting, VPN’s etc • Self-starter, self-managed, and always follows through - A “can do” attitude. • Ability to work in a team, or alone • Motivated, positive, focused, professional, friendly, and results-oriented • Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills • Professional appearance & demeanor • Must be bondable and/or submit to a criminal records check • Works with clients directly to create business solutions, for long-term relationships • Reliable Transportation & clean driving record. Additional desired skills: • Hands on experience with MS Small Business server 2003 – 2011, MS Exchange • Web design & programming skills would be a bonus • Ability to ﬁnd new clients, billable work, create quotes, and close sales is a bonus Application Process: If you are looking for full-time work for a business-focussed company, please submit your resume along with a covering letter via Fax @ 888-697-0576. No Phone calls or drop in please. We offer an open work environment that is friendly, challenging, and clientfocused. Not all applications will receive a response. 9-11T ET6

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RETAIL STORE MANAGER Looking to relocate to the Beautiful Okanagan? Silver Star Mountain Resort, Vernon BC, is looking for a Retail Store Manager. This position is responsible for the operations and proﬁtability of two retail locations. Daily operations will include staff management, scheduling and supervision, customer satisfaction, merchandise buying, inventory management and carrying out seasonal changes and promotional activities. This is a full time position. • Five years experience in a retail environment • Strong technical knowledge of both soft and hard goods as it relates to the ski / snowboard / bike industry. • Experience in all facets of retail, buying, merchandising, selling, inventory controls We offer a competitive salary and full beneﬁts package. Please email your resume to: hr@skisilverstar.com or call 250-558-6073. Closing date: September 9, 2011

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

COOK F/T, P/T 1-2 yrs exp. required

Apply within with resume: IHOP, Abbotsford, 33020 South Fraser Way

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FRASER VALLEY BASED asphalt milling company looking for Heavy equipment / Low bed operator. Class 1 drivers lic. preferred. Full beneﬁts after 3 months. Fax resume to: 604-534-2785.

CIVIL & PARK CONSTRUCTORS Seeks Laborers for project in Vancouver. Must have own vehicle. Min. 1 year experience in construction labor. Fulltime $17 - $20 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca

2054 Whatcom Road

STOREFRONT F/T Daytime 1255 Sumas Way, Abbotsford NOW HIRING Apply within Or apply online at timhortons.ca

136A JANITORIAL SERVICES IMMEDIATE PART-TIME evening cleaners wanted to work Mon - Fri from 9pm - 1am. Possibility of 3 - 5 days per week. Must speak ﬂuent English. Wage negotiable. Email resume to info@smfv.ca

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

Laborers F/T Morning & P/T Afternoon Positions

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

ROBOTIC TECHNICIAN www.westcoastrobotics.ca West Coast Robotics is a fast growing, successful Agricultural Automation Company. We service all of the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, and the Okanagan Valley. We are proud to be the current market leaders in robotic milking.

RESPONSIBILITIES: S Troubleshooting & repairing installed products S Installation of all products S Maintenance of installed products S On call 1-2 weeks per month S Small amounts Panel Building S Travel to the Okanagan Valley & Vancouver Island on occasion S Project Management

SKILLS REQUIRED: S Working Knowledge of Electricity S Excellent computer skills, including , Microsoft Ofﬁce S Proper use of power tools & hand tools S Excellent trouble shooter & fast learner S Self motivated and capable of managing daily tasks without continual direction

REQUIRED SKILLS and EDUCATION: Material Handling Assistant / Driver Due to growth, Knelson is looking for Material Handling Assistant / Driver to add to our material management team. This position is a fulltime, temporary position (2-3 months) with the potential to be permanent. You must have experience driving small forklifts and light trucks. A Class 5 license, clean driving record (driver’s abstract), and good geographical knowledge of the Lower Mainland is required. A current forklift license and previous TDG certiﬁcation are assets. Please sent resume to: careers@knelson.com or fax 604-888-4013 (Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.)

S Mechanical, Electrical, Robotic, or Mechatronix Engineering Diploma S PLC programming experience S AutoCAD experience

Tabor Village is a growing Campus of Care made up of Tabor Home, Tabor Court, and Tabor Manor. Our quality team provides our elderly with compassion and “Care from the Heart” in a Christian health care environment. We are currently recruiting for a Fulltime Music & Art Therapist at Tabor Home and invite you to visit our website at: www.taborvillage.org to view a detailed job description and instructions for submitting your application.

Truck & Trailer exp. an asset. Beneﬁts package. Competitive wages. Please email resume to: dscott@driveproducts.com or fax to: 604-888-2029

PARTS PERSON

Req. for Springman’s Langley. Candidate will require parts background, customer service and communication skills and basic computer knowledge.

Competitive Wage & Beneﬁts Package. Fax resume: 604.530.2865 or e-mail:dspringman@ springmans.com

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Ofﬁce Assistant

required for maternity leave position Front desk and customer service. The successful applicant will have a good working knowledge of Word & Excel as well as excellent phone etiquette. Please apply to:ofﬁce@twinmaple.com or fax resumes to: 604-823-4306

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BLUEBERRY PICKERS NEEDED NOW! Certiﬁed Organic Farm Phone 604-859-8918 151

PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

PAYROLL Specialist (Ceridian)/HR Gen., Hub Ins. ,604-727-3141, clifftang@zealotsconsulting.com

SECURITY GUARD TRAINING Classes in Abbotsford. 604-870-4731 First Career Institute

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for VANCOUVER AREA

S Valid Canadian driver’s license No DUIs in the past 5 years, no felonies in the last 10 years S Open to working overtime S Must live within 45 minutes of Harrison Mills, B.C.

Vehicle will be supplied. Pay will be decided according to both experience & education. Please send cover letter, resume & references to:

brodenburg@ westcoastrobotics.ca Want to advance your career? Drillers Assistants (labour) Entry level positions Job entails: Lift 25-100lbs, repetitive manual labor, working outdoors, long hours, travel in BC, strong work ethic, team player, multitasking, self-motivated. Ability to take direction, valid BC drivers license, clean abstract, reliable transportation. Mechanically inclined an asset. Provide resume and drivers abstract to: careers@mudbaydrilling.com or fax to 604-888-4206. No phone calls.

WELDER/FABRICATOR Min C Level. 5 yrs exp preferred. Truck & Trailer exp. an asset. Beneﬁts package. Competitive wages.

CIVIL & PARK CONSTRUCTORS Min. requirements: 5 years experience in either: • Park construction • Artiﬁcial & Sports ﬁeld construction • Civil & Roadwork construction Fulltime $23.00 - $28.00 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca

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Ducks Unlimited Canada is recruiting volunteers for its upcoming fundraising dinner and auction. Meet new people, gain experience and help a great cause. If interested contact:

Tyler Olson Cell: 604-341-0672 Email: t_olson@ducks.ca

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AMAZING WAVE MASSAGE Professional deep tissue massage. 113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby. 604-746-0099

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SPRING RELAX SPA Full body hot oil massage. Insuite showers. 10:00 am ~ 10:00 pm. HIRING. #102 - 2451 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

778-344-1069 Big jobs-Small jobs-We do it all! Serving the Fraser Valley WCB Insured - Bonded Visa & M/C accepted

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AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

TREE SERVICES

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS Tree removal done RIGHT!

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MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical ofﬁce & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-748-4126.

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HOTLOCKS SALON & LASH BAR EYELASH EXTENSIONS FIRST 50 CLIENTS RECEIVE A FULL SET $100 604 756 1381

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Landscaping, new lawns, rototilling, mowing, power raking, fences, ret. walls, hedging, pruning, maint. program.604-832-8304, 604-832-8305. LAWN CUTS & STUFF Residential & Commercial Maint. Quality Work @ a Great Price. Call 604-744-5435 MIRROR IMAGE YARD CARE For all your landscape needs. Pressure washing, pruning & yard care. Call Sean 604-807-0614

We go the (Xtra) mile to make you happy! Ask about our Specials! S Landscaping S Mowing S Liming S Aeration S Power Raking S Fertilizing S Pruning S Patios S Driveways / Walkways S Concrete Block Retaining Walls S Drainage S Rubbish / Stump Removal S Power Washing S Complete Excavating

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CARPET & VINYL INSTALLATIONS. Repairs and Re-stretching. Free est. Call Gary 604-850-3946

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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 Becky’s Interior Painting. 20yr exp Will match any written estimate, ref’s. Chwk 316-3349/Abb 755-4268

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582 TOM’S PAINTING & DECORATING 35 Years Exp. Tom Van Keulen 604-853-9429 ~ 778-982-2191

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Fraser Valley Line Marking Line painting, pressure washing, parking lot maintenance programs. www.fraservalleylinemarking.com 604-768-4811

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

356 HOME $ENSE - Reno’s / Repairs Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks etc. Call for an estimate. 604798-8480. Homesense@shaw.ca

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Courtney’s Cleaning & More

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Housecleaning & Running Errands Affordable & Reliable. Serving Abbotsford. 604-557-8570

CONCRETE & PLACING

ANDERSON’S CONCRETE Placing, ﬁnishing, forms, prep., re & re’s, sealing. 30 years exp. Steve 604-855-1791/604-996-1694

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WALTER’’S DRYWALL Taping - Texture - Repairs Over 40 yrs exp. 604-308-7943

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

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

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CK LAWN & TREE SERVICES Shrub / Hedge Trim, Tree Pruning & Removal. Free Est 604-217-2772

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#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Mini Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting at $30/hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488. SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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242 TRANS Carrier Ltd in Fort St John is looking for a 4th year apprentice or journeyman mechanic with transport experience. We encourage 2nd and 3rd year apprentices to apply as well. Contact James; jconway@tcltd.ca. Affordable housing is available. Supply resume & abstract. VERY BUSY Service Department. Frontier Peterbilt Sales Estevan SK.has immediate openings for truck and transport technicians, engine experience an asset. Top wages and beneﬁts. Please send resume’s attention John Murie.e-mail: jmurie@frontierpeterbilt.com. fax: 306-636-6321.

HEALTH PRODUCTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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REQUIREMENTS:

Mechanic Wanted TABOR VILLAGE

PERSONAL SERVICES

604.587.5865

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FEED & HAY

#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

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PETS

AMERICAN Bulldog PUPS NKC reg, vet checked, abpups@gmail.com 604-819-6249 BENGAL MANX KITTENS beautiful, 5 boys ready to go $150-$250 each Call 604-820-1603 Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Brindle. CKC reg. $1450. 604-782-3864. KITTENS, 7 wks, very affectionate & cuddly, litter trained, $50. Call 604-530-2829. LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217 MALTESE PUPPIES. 1st shots, vet ✔, health guarnt’d, all white. Can view mother. $650 (604)820-8513 MALTESE pups, 2M, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed, N/S $800. Also 3yr male Maltese. 604-464-5077 MASTIFF PUPS ready to go, shots, dewormed, tails docked, Call for details (604)615-2682 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 PITT BULL PUPS, 3 females, vet checked, 1st shots, 2 mo. $350/ea Call: 604-217-6551 RAG DOLL KITTENS for sale. Born July 9th, ready to go in 2 weeks. To view, (604)796-9935 YELLOW LAB PUPS. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts YORKIES 3M pure bred, n/p, ready for their forever homes, dewormed, shots, vet ✔ $650 (604)826-5252

A26 Abbotsford News Tuesday, September 6, 2011 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518

BUILDING SUPPLIES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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FIREWOOD ★ FREE ★

PALLETS Available Come & Help Yourself

FRUIT & VEGETABLES APPLES

Opening Sept. 1st U-Pick also available Frozen IQF raspberries, blackberries & blueberries. Fresh potatoes and squash. Willow View Farms Country Store Open Mon-Sat 9 - 5:30 ~ Sun 11- 5:30 288 McCallum Rd. 2 mi S of fwy 604-854-8710

www.willowviewfarms.com

GREEN VALLEY FARM MARKET 32982 Harris Rd. 604-820-9520 Open Daily 8am - 8pm Local Blueberries 10 lb $20 OK Nectarines 20 lbs $20 OK Apricots 20 lbs $25. OK Freestone Peaches 20 lb. $15 Prune Plums & Bartlett Pears 20 lbs. $16. Pickling cukes 20 lb. $25 OK Canning Tomatoes 20 lb. $15 Local green cabbage 29¢ lb. Local canning beets 20 lb $15 OK Sunrise Apples Local Corn Green beans & English peas

& much much more instore specials.

MISC. FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE 636

MORTGAGES

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

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Also great for crafts etc

Far Infrared Saunas ~ Whole Body Vibration Machines Alkaline Water Ionizers ~ Infrared Jade Massage Beds

Radiant Lives 2546 Montrose Ave. Abbotsford 778-552-0230 / 604-855-8519 THE BARGAIN STORE BUY/SELL USED FURNITURE 604-826-3810

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TOOLS

5486 Riverside Street Corner of Harris & Riverside Matsqui Village

545

FUEL

640

RECREATIONAL

RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, (70 Mile House) .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good ﬁshing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

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

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GARAGE SALES

DID you buy an large old stuffed dog for a loonie at my lawn sale on Best Ave. last Saturday 27th August? If so, my daughter is so very upset I sold her childhood stuffy. I will buy back :( BUYING OR SELLING? Use bcclassified.com - Merchandise for Sale 500’s

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 604-854-6397

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

4 WHEEL SHOPRIDER SCOOTER excellent cond $800.00. Phone (604)826-1652 DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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MISC. FOR SALE

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464 Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991 ELECTRIC BIKE. 2 years old. New batteries. In brand new condition. $900. Call 604-768-7039 SHOP RIDER SCOOTER, used, new battery & charger, $800 obo. Call: (604)826-8849

BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo. N/P ~ N/S. Hot water & cable included. Quiet, parklike setting.

604-853-0333 ABBOTSFORD

Forest Terrace Apartments 34313 Forrest Terrace Abbotsford’s Best Kept Secret

1 & 2 Bdrms Stes

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

When you need help in a hurry...

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

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

Call Esther 604-853-0549

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

ABBOTSFORD

Great View Available Now! 1 Bedroom - Also Bach & 2 Bdrms avail Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certiﬁed. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.

REAL ESTATE 603

ACREAGE

Call 604-852-7350

82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BUILDING SALE... “”ROCK BOTTOM PRICES”” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers DIRECT 1-800-668-5422. SUMAS, WA. 31 acres, has been a dairy farm, zoned light industrial, 4 bdrms., barns, shop has access to heavy haul Canadian weight road. $1,300 M. 1-360-988-4878

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HATZIC BENCH MISSION lovely home 19 yrs old. Large 3 bdrm., 3 baths. 3500 sq. ft. 10,000 sq. ft. lot. Excellent cond. View upon request $474,700. Call 604-855-5826.

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS DISTRESS SALE . Double wide in Aldergrove park needs TLC. Family okay, pad $560/mo. $19,900. Call 604-830-1960. NEW SRI Mobile, Modular and manufactured homes on display in Abbotsford. Chuck 604-830-1960. New SRI single wide in family park and another space in adult park. from $81,900. Chuck 604-830-1960 REPOSSESSED MOBILE HOMES to be moved, 1974-2008. Chuck 604-830-1960.

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APARTMENT/CONDO

ABBOTSFORD

MAINSTREET EQUITY CORP. RENTAL INCENTIVE AVAIL.

PET FRIENDLY BUILDING! 2485 Hilltout Street 1 Bedroom - $665.00 2 Bedrooms - $756.00

Call 604-751-2147

Call 604-751-2147 604-557-3592 or 604-751-5595 2814 Pratt Crescent 1 Bedroom from $725.00 2 Bdrms from $825.00

32101 Mt. Waddington Ave

Call 604-557-3592 33136 George Ferguson Way

1 Bedroom from $604.00 2 Bdrms from $708.00

HOMESTEAD ESTATES

1 BDRMS from $595/mo. 2 BDRMS from $750/mo. 3 BDRMS. from $1050/mo.

2 Bths in 2 Bdr units from $895 Gas heat, f/p, d/w, inste w/d hookup, gated u/g prkg. Cat OK Call: 604-870-9797 www.apt4rent.ca

1909 SALTON RD.

**SUMMER** Special

33382 George Ferguson Way

BIRCHWOOD MANOR 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 Call: 604-832-8909 ------------------------------------------Baywest Management Corp. ABBOTSFORD 2-bedroom, 2-bath apt on bus route. 5 appl, 1 parking stall and natural gas incl for $875.00 per month. Ref. required. Call 604-853-4148 ABBOTSFORD. 1 bdrm $700/mo., quiet bldg, new paint & ﬂrs. Nr malls 1 small pet. Oct 1st. 604-850-0015 ABBOTSFORD 2 Bdrm $875, quiet bldg, inste lndry, sec u/g prkg, lrg inste strg, Now. 604-850-0015 ABBOTSFORD, 2/bdrms condo. New lam ﬂoor, $800/mo incl util. 33758 Essendene. 604-807-1188 ABBOTSFORD - Abby Glen Apt’s 2959 Tims St. Reno’d 1 & 2 bdrm suites avail. Call 778-880-0920.

Abbotsford

604-853-6620

604-615-5397 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

ALDERGROVE. Condo, 5 years new. 2 bdrm. 2 bath, + den. Sec. parking. Near shops & schools. 6 high eff. appl., granite, mint. cond. $1300/mo. (778)879-9778

WWW.CEDARGREEN.COM

Open Saturday & Sunday For more info & viewing call

604-615-5382 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

2441 COUNTESS ST. Phone 604-850-5375 (Senior’s Discount & Dam. Dep. Reduced) Secure Undgrnd Prk & Elevator! 1 bdrm from .......................$620 1 bdrm + den from .............$650 2 bdrm from ......................$700 2 bdrm (totally reno’d)...... $790 Furn 2 bdrm .....$990 incl hydro

MISSION

ABBEY GLENN TOWNHOMES

ABBOTSFORD

Under New Management

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

Call 604-751-3619

Rental Bonus Available Family Friendly living Starting at $1150/mo. Includes: Washer / dryer, dishwasher, ﬁreplace, garage, yard. Block Watch neighbourhood

Rental ofﬁce: 604-820-1205 Website: aptrentals.net MISSION

33184 George Ferguson Way

Villa Monaco

1 bdrms. from $630/mo.

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

Call 604-751-2165 Mainstreet Equity apartments are well secured and safe homes for your peace of mind. Website:

www.mainst.biz ABBOTSFORD

MEADOWOOD Apartment & Townhouse Complex

Phone 604-852-4696 or Email

meadowood@ paciﬁcquorum.com Apartments 1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets Conveniently located at

3046 Clearbrook Road www.paciﬁcquorum.com Paciﬁc Quorum Properties Inc Abbotsford/Mission

Park Lane Manor 33331 Old Yale Road

Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

Abbotsford/Mission

Richard Court 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

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. For more info & viewing call

CEDAR GREEN APARTMENTS

HABITAT APARTMENTS

ABBOTSFORD: Maple Manor & Goldstone Court. 1 & 2 Bdrms from $600. Newly renovated buildings. Call 604-504-1587 (Maple) & 604-504-1758 (Goldstone).

Nelson Court

Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms available Indoor Swimming Pool Large Landscaped Grounds Public Transit at the Front Door Small pets ok

APARTMENT/CONDO

Villa Vista 33292 Robertson Ave East

33333 12th Avenue

33095 Old Yale Road

706

Call 604-557-3708

Forest Village Apartments

Abbotsford/Mission

RENTALS

Town & Country Apartments 1948 McCallum Road

CHELSEA PARK GARDENS 33710 Marshall Road

604-615-5402

Abbotsford, deluxe, large apts Newer, well maintained bldg. ************************************

Abbotsford/Mission

1 Bedroom from $665.00 2 Bdrms from $756.00

Heat & Hot Water Included Outdoor Pool Parking Extra Storage Renovated / No Pets

APARTMENT/CONDO

32030 George Ferguson Way

★★ 1 MONTH FREE ★★ On 1 Year Lease D D D D

706

Rental Incentive on 1 year Lease

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. For more info & viewing call

ABBOTSFORD

RENTALS

2525 Hilltout Street 1 Bedroom - $604.00 2 Bedrooms - $688.00

Townhouses

604-854-6397

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99

ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program

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

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

RENTALS

Call 604-557-6054

The Valley’s Premier Farm Market Family owned & operated since 1975

Open Daily 8am ~ 6pm

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

ABBOTSFORD. Charlotte Manor. 2 Bdrm - $750. Avail now. Incl hot water. Near rec ctr & bus. Refs req. On duty mgr. Call: 604-864-8565.

706

It’s canning time! Come see us at the farm.

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

Phone 604-556-7705

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS DRYWALL tools & equipment. Other tools; table saw, drill press, chop saw, skill saws, air drills, nailers & more. All good cond. 604-853-0780

APARTMENT/CONDO

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.

ABBOTSFORD NEWS 34375 Gladys Ave.

Super Summer Special Pricing

706

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

BACK PARKING LOT (by shed)

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1-888-4735407 SAVE ON HEATING! YUKON Warm Air Furnaces. Wood/Oil Wood/Electric - Wood only. Certiﬁed for Canada. Call for factory direct pricing & brochure. 1-800-3580060. www.yukon-eagle.com.

RENTALS

778-788-1857 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

33263 Bourquin Crescent East

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

1 Bdrms ...... from $604/mo. 1 Bdrms ...... from $688/mo. 33405 Bourquin Place

1 Bdrms ...... from $750/mo. 2 Bdrms ...... from $825/mo.

Call 604-751-2125 Mainstreet Equity Corp. Website: www.mainst.biz Abbotsford

VILLA CHRISTINA 2 Bedroom Secure u/g parking. Available Immediately Move-in discount for seniors Sorry no pets. Ref’s required. Please call 604-855-9697 for an appointment to view.

CENTURY 21 ACE AGENCIES LTD. Top Floor @ The Waddington – 2 units 1 bed + den, + 2 bed, 2 bath, all have 5 appli, walk-in closet, f/p, u/g park. Sm. pet MAY be considerd. N/S $875.00 or $1000.00 Arbor Court - 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appli, gas f/p, ground ﬂoor w/private patio, gas/hot water incl. U/G visitor prkg N/S N/P $900.00 Tempo Top Floor - 1 bd/1bath, 6 appli, urban ﬁnishes, some laminate, sec pkg. N/S N/P $850.00

CALL: (604)853-2718

CLEARBROOK $200 Move-In Allowance (Ask for Details). Crime Free Living 31790 UNION AVENUE HURON COURT ✳ 1 Bdrm. from $625/mo. ✳ 2 Bdrms from $745/mo. Rent incl’s; Heat, H/wtr, U/G Pkg Quiet, Well Maint. Build. No Pets.

Seniors Discount $25

604-850-2467 Baywest Mgmt Corp

FRASER RIDGE Condo Living at Apartment Prices! www.eryxproperties.com 1 Bdrms Starting @ $690. Bachelor @ $635.

ABBOTSFORD: Newer Building

Nicely Reno’d Concrete Bldg. Great Views of Mt. Baker Extra Large and Bright * Heat and Hot Water Incl * All suites sprinkler protected. Lrg patios, 2 elevators, lockers. Gated prk, Super Clean, N/P.

2 Bdrms, 2 baths. Top ﬂoor, quiet corner unit with view. 33960 Old Yale Rd, near downtown Abbots. 5 Appls, carpeted bedrooms, lino bath, lam ﬂoors throughout rest of unit, inste laundry, walk-thru closet to ensuite, U/G prkg. N/S, N/P. Available now. $925/mo. Ben (604) 859-9407 or 644-3824

Call Dave @ 604-859-0482

LAKE ERROCK 43740 Lougheed. 1 bdrm cabin, liv rm/kit/bath, $475. Now. 604-826-3462; 778-896-9705

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

33555 South Fraser Way Fraser Ridge is part of Abbotsford Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.

33366 2ND Ave. Mission

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

604-826-2538 Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division MISSION HILLS:

APARTMENTS Large, Bright & Clean 2 Bdrms Avail No Pets. Written ref’s required.

Call 604-826-7880 MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $650 & 2 bds starting $780, 1.5 bth, h, h/w & prkng incl. Criminal Record checked may be req’’d 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.

OAKMONT MANOR Member - Crime Free Program

Rental Incentives Available 1990’s Well Maintained Condo Secured & Quiet. No Pets Pls. Amenities nearby & bus at front

1 bdrm +den/strg +prkg $625 2 bdrm +den/strg +prkg $780 33370 George Ferguson Way

604-855-0883 WELTON TOWERS Now Accepting Applications for RENTAL. Age Restricted Building 55+. Amenities Included. First month rent FREE Please Call 604-826-2194

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL ABBOTSFORD. 33784 George Ferguson Way. 720 sq ft. $950/mo. + hst. 604-853-9974; 604-853-3790 ABBOTSFORD - Attractive ofﬁce &/or Retail Spaces Available. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Ph Frank@ Noort Investments 604-835-6300. ABBOTSFORD WAREHOUSE / WORKSHP ind. for lse. 3000/7500 sf. High ceiling, bay drs. 3 phase power. Reas. rate. 1653 Salton Rd. across from UFV. 604-859-4315. MISSION area. 800 SQ. FT. SHOP. Available immed. $450 + hst + hydro + gas. Security check and ref’’s. Call 604 820-8477, 604-820-0832 RETAIL / OFFICE space for lease, 1800 & 3500 s.f. 2485 W. Railway, Abbotsford. 604-850-7731 WAREHOUSE/OFFICE space available immed. 2337 Townline Rd. Abbotsford. Call 604-854-5405.

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HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD 2643 James St: Avl immed or Oct 1. Very clean 4 bdrm, $1150/mo. No pets. 4 Appls, fncd bckyrd. (604)583-6844 or 809-7796 ABBOTSFORD. 2 storey house, 5 bdrms. $1550/mo. Near schools & Rotary Stadium. Big fenced back yard. Np/ns. Avail. immed. 604-8257272 or 604-853-8670 Abbotsford, 32165 Astoria, 3 bdrm house, 2 baths, NP, nice yrd. Avail now $1275. Call 604-596-1333 ABBOTSFORD 33466 Marshall Rd Clean 4 bdrm., 2 baths. 2 level, laundry, fenced yard. Avail. immed. $1400/mo. 604-826-3665 or 778552-1808. ABBOTSFORD 4 bdrm newly renovated house on 2871 Crossley Dr. $1600/mo. Refs. 604-807-1188

Abbotsford A27 AbbotsfordNews NewsTuesday, Tuesday,September September6,6,2011 2011 A27 RENTALS 736

HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD, 3963 Clearbrook, 4/bdrms Executive Rancher with pool, on acreage. Across from MEI School. Sept 15/Oct. 1st. One year lease. $1900/mo. 604-807-3294. ABBOTSFORD.SPACIOUS 4 bdrm home, ﬁnished bsmt. Garage, huge yrd.$1450. 604-852-8160 after 6pm ALDERGROVE 3 bdrm, new carpets & kitch, 1.5, bth fncd yrd, NP. $1100. Sept 15. Drive by 26961 30 Ave, then call: 604-574-9813

CENTURY 21 ACE AGENCIES LTD. Excellent on Anora - Large family home 3 to 4 bed plus den and family, main bath 6 pieces, (3 bath) dbl garage, lots of tile, fenced yard. N/S N/P $1900.00 Immel Rancher – 3 bed, 1 bath, 5 appli, some laminate, sep. garage, corner lot, $1200.00 N/S sm. pet MAY be considered. Rockland Rancher- 3 bed, 2 bath, lg. yard, walk to Alexander school, some hardwood part finished basement, 5 appli., N/S N/P $1350.00 Beaver Rancher – 4 bed, 1.5 bath, Laminate and tile floors, part finished basement, 4 appli, N/P N/S $1350.00

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MISSION 7th/Herd, 2 bdrms, bright, reno’d, 5 appls., prkg, $875/mo, NS/NP. Avail. now. 604-263-0785

1990 Mercury Topaz, low miles, $1600; Kar Kaddy-hydr brakes, harness & light bar. $1400. 604819-6642

MISSION. Cedar area. Reno’d 1 bdrm & huge living area. F/p, shrd w/d. N/p, n/s. Suit 1. $700/mo incl. util. Avail now 604-826-5706.

1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE - Loaded. Certiﬁed. Showroom cond. $6500/obo. (778)565-4334

TOWNLINE 2 bdrm. D/W, walk-in closet, n/s n/p. sep lndry. rent nego. incls. cbl. utils. Now. 778-255-0076

751

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CHILLIWACK

BARN IS ALL EMPTY. 350’ Long X 46’ Wide X 12.9” High Call 604-850-8731 LOCKABLE STORAGE / WORKSHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in. Small sizes available. 6 am - 10 pm access. Chase Monday - Friday. 8 am - 5 pm. 604-826-2383

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SUITES, LOWER

ABBOTSFORD. 1 bdrm. bsmt. suite on Old Yale Rd. W/D. $650/mo. utils. incl. Call Joe @ 604-209-6604 ABBOTSFORD, 1 bdrm., priv. ent., w/d, Sept. 15. N/P, N/S, no drugs. $525 mo. Dale 604-864-9882 ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. Near amenities. Avail. Oct. 15 N/s, n/p. $750/mo. Suit long term renter. 604-897-6585 or 604-853-9366. ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. suite Bluejay area. Incl. util & cable. N/s n/p, no ldry. Immed. 604-866-7007 ABBOTSFORD 2 bdrm suite, clean, near schools & bus. $700. Oct. 1. Ns/Np 604-746-3525;778-241-3525 ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. suite. Near Superstore. $700/mo. Incl. cable & hydro. Avail now or Sept. 15. Ns /np. 604-855-4876; 604-832-7051 ABBOTSFORD (East)-Bright open space! $850/month incl utils. 1 bed + den, 1000sq ft. 5 appl. N/S, N/P. References required. Available immediately Contact 604-217-9015 ABBOTSFORD E. Bright, new, above ground 1 bdrm. w/den bsmt. suite. On bus route. N/s, n/p. Cbl utils & shd ldry incl. $750. Immed. Refs. 604-850-3023; 604-615-2756 ABBOTSFORD E.

Upper McKinley Area 2 bdrm. legal basement suite. Upscale cul-de-sac, bright, newly reno’d. Hydro, gas, full cable / internet incl. 5 appl., insuite ldry & insuite storage. Driveway parking, private entry. N/s, n/p. $950/mo. Available late Sept. 604-850-7587 for appt. to view ABBOTSFORD. Large clean, 2 bdrm. suite. Near stores & schools. Avail. immed. N/s, n/p, no laundry. 604-825-5261 ABBOTSFORD. Near Townline Rd. Legal 2 bdrm reno’d suite. Ns/np. Immed. $675 incl utils/cbl. 604-8539179; 360-305-4974; 778-245-0789 ABBOTSFORD. Topaz St. 2 bdrm ground level suite. No pets, avail now. 604-309-8705, 604-852-6156. ABBOTSFORD W. 2 bdrm. bsmt. suite, very quiet, level entry. No laundry. N/s, n/p. Ref’s. required. $650/mo. 604-807-5449 ALDERGROVE, 2/bdrm suite. 950 sf. 5/appli. Hydro, wiﬁ incl. $850/mo. Immed. (604)832-2035 MAPLE RIDGE - newer 1 bdrm bsmt suite, 5 app., sep entr. parking, n/s. 750 sf. Avail. Sept. 1st. $750/mo incl utils (604)790-1410

1997 FORD ESCORT wagon, 67,000 km, mint, garage kept, one owner. $4500. 604-869-3313 2000 Olds Bravada, full load, air, tilt cruise, heated seats, memory seats, p/w, p/l, white, moonroof, $5500. (604)302-9899/798-3647 2003 FORD FOCUS Wagon 4cyl 5 spd, Aircared, excel cond $1900.00 Call 778-997-4519 Mission

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2004 Chev Optra, 4 dr, htchbck, 5spd, cd, int. wiper, exc. cond. one owner, $3495.00 793-5520 (5961)

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1951 FORD Stock F1 P.U. 239 F.H. V8 new motor & more, 1 owner, see Craigslist $12,000 (604)768-9904 1954 FORD F100 P.U all stock 239 Y block V8 3spd, ﬂr shift, 2nd owner see Craigslist $8500 (604)768-9904 1968 Buick LeSabre, collector, very low mil., mint cond. great hwy car, $8000 obo, 604-858-7093 1968 VOLVO 144S, European model, 4 cyl., have original plates & reg. Good shape, runs well. $1500 obo. Willie (604)220-8969 1978 FORD PINTO wagon. 2.8L V6 very restorable, solid body, Not running. $400obo. 604-584-7968

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Super Modelquin to

foreign medicine Local woman reflects on whirlwind year of medical school in the Caribbean, after winning an Old Navy modelling contest

aking up in the middle of the night to the sound of a hurricane, with no power or electricity, took some getting used to for Maggi Gyuricska. So did the overwhelming heat, huge centipedes and wall-scaling crabs. But after a year at the Ross University School of Medicine, located on the island of the Dominicana in the Caribbean, the 26-year-old Abbotsford resident has adjusted. Gyuricska arrived on the island last August, after winning Old Navy’s SuperModelquin Super Search. The $100,000 prize afforded her the chance to attend the university and fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor. She had applied to numerous schools in Canada but wasn’t accepted due to limited spots, despite her high scores on her Medical College Admission Test and volunteer work at BC Children’s Hospital. While she was accepted to Ross University, the

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Maggi Gyuricska practises administering an intravenous injection during her medical training on the island of Dominicana in the Caribbean. She was able to study medicine after winning $100,000 in an Old Navy contest. Ashley WRAY Abbotsford News

tuition was $200,000 for the three-year accelerated medical program, plus one-year residency. Even though Gyuricska had worked two jobs since graduating from Yale Secondary in 2003, and had applied for numerous bursaries, the financial burden was still too much. In addition, getting a loan large enough was impossible because she was leaving the country, she didn’t have a co-signer, and her mother doesn’t own their home. So on a whim, she entered the Old Navy contest after her mom saw a commercial on TV. “Who can master the art of standing?” asked the Old Navy commercial. “Who will be the best at wearing clothes?” During the contest, she turned a picture of herself into a mannequin, added a punch line into a pre-made commercial and made a video highlighting Abbotsford.

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She eventually became a finalist and was sent to Hollywood, with her mom, to shoot an Old Navy commercial. After finding out she won the contest, Gyuricska was ecstatic to be able to fill out the acceptance forms for Ross University. But before leaving, she had second thoughts. She was worried she wouldn’t live up to the expectations created by the contest, or the letters of encouragement she had received from strangers. “My mom kept telling me I could do it – that it was my destiny.” As soon as she sat down in her first lecture, she realized she was meant to be there. Since then, it’s been all work for Gyuricska, who has spent 12 to 14 hours a day at lectures and study groups, seven days a week. “You have to have discipline,” she said. “The teachers explained the workload like a stack of pancakes. If you don’t eat them up, then they’ll keep on stacking Continued on B8

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practices. “Instead of asking a question like, ‘Do you eat fries daily?’ I have to ask, ‘Do you drink bush tea?’ I think it’s really helped me grow.” The difference in food, lifestyle and living conditions has been difficult to grasp. “It’s very different from travelling to the island and staying in a five-star hotel. We’re living amongst the poverty here,” said Gyuricska, emphasizing that she’s not complaining. “Even though it has been difficult to battle with those conditions on top of learning, this is the greatest experience.” When she does take the rare day off from studying, which typically happens following a large exam, Gyuricska gets to take in the island’s tropical activities. She’s snorkelled in a nearby reef, hiked through the jungle to remote waterfalls, and rented a catamaran boat only to be followed by a pod of dolphins and a sea turtle. “I look out of my window into the jungle wilderness, and sometimes it’s hard to believe I’m there,” she said. “It seems like yesterday I moved there, but it seems like a lifetime with how much I’ve learned.” Gyuricska recently flew home for two weeks to visit friends and family before returning to the island for four months. Around Christmas, she’ll be taking an exam she calls “the biggest test of her life,” which she has to pass before moving on to her clinical rotations in Miami. Her residency is next, at which point she will no longer be a student and will have her own patients. Somewhere in the process between now and her graduation in 2014, Gyuricska is hoping to transfer to a Canadian hospital. Her end goal is to return to B.C. and work locally. Until then, she’s known on campus as the girl from the Old Navy contest, filling her with gratitude for being where she is – amidst the hurricanes, bugs and all.