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Premier Christy Clark took a stroll downtown Agassiz on Thursday morning with Liberal by-election candidate Laurie Throness. They were in town for an announcement at Ty-Crop in Rosedale, and stopped in at businesses such as Tandoori Bites (pictured above with Manprit Gill), Lordco and Park Ave. Restaurant. Clark spoke to Gill about her recent trip to India during the stop. For more on this story, visit us at www.ahobserver.com. JESSICA PETERS / OBSERVER

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Some Agassiz farmers are refusing to take roles in an appointed drainage committee, following a heated debate in council chambers on Monday night. They say they don’t agree with the new terms of reference for the AgassizHarrison Mills Drainage Committee. That committee has been chaired by Andy Bodnar for the past several years, and has been a part of the District of Kent’s political framework since 1922. Bodnar spoke out against the changes to how the committee is appointed, during a question and answer period following the Feb. 13 regular council

meeting. Bodnar, along with others who “Why change anything?” he asked commented later during the Q&A Mayor John Van session, claimed that none of them were Laerhoven. “Someone in notified of impending “I guess we’re interested in seeing changes to the terms of if we can make it Agassiz isn’t going reference. Bodnar also work better,” the to appreciate the said he wasn’t consulted about a change in who mayor replied. But the discussion soon problem as much as would be chairing became argumentative, the AHMDC. The we do” with Bodner turning to new chair is newly elected Councillor the audience to call an impromptu meeting for Duane Post, who is Andy Bodnar also a District farmer the following day with last year’s committee and the past vicemembers, and the mayor becoming chair of the standing committee. His position as the committee’s new visibly rattled by the confrontation.

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chair was appointed by the mayor. The Community Charter states that the chair must be appointed by the mayor. The rest of the committee for 2012 was formed from a list of suggestions provided by Bodnar, according to District council minutes. That list was drawn up following the AHMDC’s Dec. 15 meeting, however, being an election year council is only now dealing with the committees (which includes the Kent Agricultural Advisory Committee). Bodnar voiced concerns that the committee would no longer be independent of council. CONTINUED ON 3

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Mayor. It also states that “Agriculture people are members of committees very independent people. must be appointed by And this is a kick in the the mayor. That was head to the agricultural something that was people in Agassiz,” he already happening, but wasn’t in the previous said. “Did you consider terms of reference, Mah discussing this (change) told The Observer. Files from July 2010 with your committees?” Bodnar asked Van andDecember2010show Laerhoven. “Did you that “council ratified the ask anyone on this Mayor’s appointments committee if he would to the AHMDC." Chair like his name to stand as in both cases was Andy appointed? … You didn’t Bodnar, and vice-chair even have the decency to was Duane Post. While Andy Bodnar tell me, as chair, that you stated he will not take were going to change part in the committee something.” now that When Van appointments Laerhoven are written and CAO into the terms Wallace Mah of reference, insisted that all a committee members of the of the whole committee had m e e t i n g been contacted was held on and invited to Tuesday this VAN LAERHOVEN a February 7, week. That 2012 meeting meeting, at the to discuss the committee’s future, District office, was held many of the farmers in shortly after a meeting the audience called out was held at Bodnar’s that they hadn't been residence to dissolve the previous committee. contacted. Several committee However, the District members attended of Kent has provided The the committee of the Observer with a copy of whole meeting, but not an email that was sent to Bodnar. the committee members When contacted on the morning of Thursday by The February 1, 2012. It Observer, Bodnar said invited nominees and the issue is with how the committee members to changes were made. a Feb. 7 committee of the "I'm not really thrilled whole meeting at Kent with the appointments, Municipal Hall, and was period," he said. "But the sent by District staff. big thing with me is the An internal memo way they did it." also lists the members He said that although that were contacted he still will contribute to by email, as well as by discussion, and provide phone, all on February feedback, he feels the 1, by a staff member. committee is being There is no doubt that changed from what it the terms of reference was originally meant to have changed, however. be. The upcoming changes "They want to go were discussed briefly with three (members) at a previous council from the general tax meeting, and the new base, which is totally terms were on the away from what the agenda for the February committee was originally 7 committee meeting of designed to be," he said. the whole. "It's been around since A memorandum from 1922 ... and typicially Mah to Kent council, it was the acreage levy dated Feb. 14, further payers that looked after explains the changes. It it, and orignally the states in the Community Hammersley prairie Charter that the chair farmers." must be appointed by the It's low lying farms,

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Farmlands in the District of Kent are susceptible to flooding, reducing the ability to farm. The issue is constantly in discussion between local farmers, the District, and the Provincial and Federal governments. Crops in Agassiz include corn, hazelnuts, cranberries (pictured) and beans, among others.

like Bodnar's and Ted Westlin's, that are most affected by flooding, a common occurrence that they say has gotten worse since hand cleaning was started in many areas of Kent. "Someone in Agassiz isn't going to appreciate the problem as much as we do, or see it as a problem as we do," he said. He's not walking away from the discussion, though. "I'll still participate," he said. "But I won't be a member. The meetings are open to the public." Now, the District will set out to contact all the members again to finalize which of them wish to continue with their appointments. If not enough people agree with the terms, the District says they may decide to advertise for new members. Alternatively, Mah said council may wish to

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reduce the size of the committee, or dissolve it entirely. Van Laerhoven said it’s time for the committee “to move forward in a positive way.” “Council is looking to be accountable to the taxpayer,” he said. With a council member as chair of the committee, information can travel between committee and council faster, and be acted on more efficiently. In the past, it could take months for a draft of the committee’s minutes to be passed onto council for approval. The Drainage Committee is an important one in the District, Van Laerhoven said, acting solely as an advisory committee. Its main focus in the past several years has been on attempting to get ditches maintained in a timely manner throughout the District. This is often a contentious issue,

involving many arms of government, including the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Lands, Forests and Natural Resources. Many of the ditches aren’t getting cleaned well enough, farmers claim, to allow for proper drainage. Van Laerhoven said council and staff are just as frustrated with the amount of red tape it now takes to get a ditch cleaned. “We are as frustrated as the people in the ditching area are,” he said. “But we have to work within the regulations.” And while it may seem like an issue only farmers need to worry about, Van Laerhoven said all residents should be aware of the issues with ditch maintenance. news@ahobserver.com

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The action plan for two endangered fish is still only a draft document, and public input is once again being invited from residents. Fisheries and Oceans is holding several public consultation meetings throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. They’ll be in Harrison Hot Springs on February 28 at the Ramada Hotel, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Species at Risk Act will be discussed, which outlines ways to protect the habitat of the Salish Sucker and the Nooksack Dace. Several District of Kent councillors and the mayor plan to attend one or more of the public consultations, they said during Monday’s council meeting. “I would encourage you all to get a copy (of the SARA) and read through it,” said Councilor Lorne Fisher. Both of the freshwater fish species are listed as endangered under the SARA. As the two species face similar threats, DFO has developed a draft action plan for both species that identifies actions to support their recovery. They said Nooksack Dace can be found in the Brunette River, Bertrand Creek, Fish-

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trap Creek and Pepin Brook watersheds in Canada. Salish Sucker can be found in the Salwein Creek/Hopedale Slough, Atchelitz / Chilliwack /Semmihault Creek, Elk Creek / Hope Slough, Bertrand Creek, Fishtrap Creek, Pepin Brook, Salmon River, Mountain Slough, Agassiz Slough and Miami Creek watersheds. DFO is required to develop a recovery strategy and then an action plan for all aquatic species listed as Endangered or Threatened under SARA. They posted a final Recovery Strategy for Nooksack Dace on the SARA Public Registry (www.sararegistry.gc.ca) in 2008. In January and February 2011, DFO held community meetings and workshops to consult on the draft Salish Sucker Recovery Strat-

egy and gather input for an action plan for Nooksack Dace and Salish Sucker. The meeting held in Harrison Hot Springs last year was at standing room only, and brought out the tempers of many farmers in the audience. DFO said input from that meeting, and others like it, were considered when developing the draft action plan “and incorporated where appropriate.” The draft action plan also includes an estimate of the socio-economic costs and benefits of the actions outlined in the plan and a description of the proposed measures to protect critical habitat that has been identified for Nooksack Dace and Salish Sucker in the recovery strategy for each species. “Under SARA, critical habitat for aquatic

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species must be legally protected from destruction once it is identified,” DFO said in an email announcing the upcoming meetings. “For Nooksack Dace and Salish Sucker, this will be accomplished through SARA orders, which will prohibit the destruction of the identified critical habitat. Destruction may be permitted by the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans if done in accordance with the conditions contained within SARA. The orders will provide additional protection for critical habitat areas that are already subject to the Fisheries Act, which prohibits the destruction of fish habitat.” For more information on SARA orders, visit www.pac.dfo-mpo. gc.ca/saraconsultations. A meeting will also be held at the Coast Hotel in Chilliwack on February 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 pm.

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Poverty not temporary Meeting the challenge raised by the Raise The Rates group, Surrey MLA Jagrup Brar spent the past several weeks trying to subsist on the $610 monthly welfare rate. And, as many have pointed out, the shoes he was wearing were not his: he had the luxury of being able to walk away from them; he isn’t poor, or unemployed; and he knew throughout his ordeal that he would return to his family, with the certainty of finding a roof over his head and knowing where his next meal is coming from. But, at the very least, Brar has had a taste, firsthand, of what it’s like to be poor and marginalized in our society. That’s more than can be said of many politicians from all levels, whose idea of getting their hands dirty is donning a hardhat and rolling up their sleeves for a photo op and a few well-scripted platitudes. If the NDP MLA’s journey was a self-serving publicity stunt, it is clearly one that cost him a little more in physical discomfort than many politicians have risked over the course

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of numerous terms in office. It can be argued that it is an exercise in futility with no practical outcome, serving to reinforce an entrenchment of political attitudes rather than promote a dialogue on possibilities. After all, say some, obviously the rate is too low for our needy to thrive – if not survive on. For others, it was never intended as a permanent income, and a higher rate will simply encourage more wastrels to apply for it rather than become self-reliant. The MLA claims his experience has made him a changed man. We can hope that change becomes manifest in more activism on behalf of the poor in his own riding and beyond. We can hope that his actions can motivate other leaders to provide policy alternatives to address the vicious cycle of poverty that exists on our streets. Unless there is meaningful followup by people of conscience, Brar’s experience – no matter how earnest and well-intended – will end up being considered just another photo-op. And that would be a shame. – Black Press

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electricity in the coming years, and burn some of its own abundant gas to generate new power up north. North America finds itself floating on a sea of shale gas. Campbell’s plan entailed using B.C.’s big dams to stabilize and store power from new intermittent sources of hydro and wind, building the Site C dam on the Peace River and exporting clean energy at a premium in a carbonpriced North American market. Both the carbon market and the export market have evaporated. While B.C. was developing run-of-river to sell to California, the U.S. west coast built new capacity, much of it gas fired, after an electricity crisis that caused brownouts more than a decade ago. Today, Washington state producers are actually paying BC Hydro to take their excess power because they need to move it into the grid, and B.C. is the only place that can store it using dam

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power would be profitable. He says independent power contracts are part of BC Hydro’s current financial problems, but political interference in planning is the bigger issue. Horgan would not endorse the Wilderness Committee’s call

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to cancel electricity purchase contracts BC Hydro has signed for more run-of-river developments. Additional projects are planned for the Upper Lillooet, Upper Toba and Harrison Rivers in southern B.C., and the Kokish River on northern Vancouver Island. Most are aboriginal partnerships. Energy Minister Rich Coleman told me no contracts will be cancelled, and he rejected my suggestion that BC Hydro could end up with too much power in the wrong places and at the wrong time of year. BC Hydro can move power around as well as store it, and that ability will improve when the smart grid is completed. Independent power doesn’t end there. It shifts to northern B.C., where three liquefied natural gas projects will need output equivalent to two and a half Site C dams to operate. Coleman confirmed that at

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Grooved lane markings could save lives The horrific, tragic vehicle crash that killed a family of five near Williams Lake last week has me wondering why more isn’t being done to improve the safety of lane markings on our major roads and highways? It used to be that lane markings were repainted with durable oil-based paints. But new environmental rules have apparently prohibited the use these paints. This is great for the environment (and I support that), but it’s not great for road safety because the waterbased paints being used instead of oil just aren’t standing up to B.C.’s road conditions.

Why can’t we have the lane markings inlaid into our highways just like they have on the Sea-to-Sky Highway? Grooved lane markings don’t wear away as easily as lines painted with water-based paint, and I’ve seen how they reflect back to the driver even on rainy nights with poor visibility. I don’t know how much it would cost to put grooved lane markings on all our roads and highways, but what is the real cost of safety? I’d say it’s worth far more than any short term expense that would make our roads and highways as safe as they can be. Donald Leung

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Women working to improve communities through institute Women’s Institute Week will be celebrated across Canada from Feb. 19 to 25, 2012. Here in B.C. women are active in branches of W.I. throughout the province, helping their members, communities, province, country and world. The organization at all levels is summed up in the words ‘Women interested, informed and involved in building a better tomorrow’. Women’s Institute started over 100 years ago in B.C. as a means to provide support and help to rural women, who were new not only to Canada and B.C. but to rural life. Most women were isolated and the monthly meetings

provided a social outlet, access to home and farm skills plus a means to discuss how their communities could be improved. The women worked to help provide amenities such as schools, halls, local libraries, travelling health nurses and dentists. The list was long and the women were persistent. Although society today reaps the benefits of the hard work of the early pioneers, Women‘s Institute does not rest on its laurels. Today communities still benefit from the interest and work of the members. As well, groups support BC Children’s Hospital, and Queen Alexandra Centre near Victoria. In step with

the provincial organization, branch members have initiated a letter writing campaign to provincial and federal governments regarding resolutions they recently passed on topics such as ‘no Site C dam in the Peace‘, the risk to B.C. of offshore drilling, and protecting our B.C. water supply. B.C. is proudly hosting the National Convention at Sidney, V.I. in June, 2012 and expects hundreds of members from across Canada. The past three years the national body has been focused, in part, on Heart health, by challenging members to ‘Walk Across Canada with Us’, recording

their steps every day during 2011. The winner was Susan Dioron of PEI, with Judy Watson, member of Rock Creek W.I. in B.C. placing 2nd. Because the winner is not able to attend the Convention, Judy will receive the free registration and be honoured at the banquet. Socially, members enjoy monthly get-togethers which also often offers learning experiences through discussion of a variety of topics and/or demonstrations. W.I. has also moved with the times. Check the provincial website at www. bcwi.ca , the national one at www.fwic.ca and the international at www.acww. org.uk

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Made from seven types of wood indigenous to B.C. and decorated with a jade carving by Tsimshian elder Clifford Bolton, the Black Rod will be brought into the legislative chamber whenever the Lieutenant Governor enters to read throne speeches or give royal assent to legislation. The rod contains a copper time capsule with messages from senior government officials of 2012, to be opened and read in 2072. The many intricate decorations include a coin made of B.C. silver, a tradition that dates back to 1871, the year B.C. joined confederation.

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see how an effective coach really operates,” she says. “The BC Games experience that we have for our apprentice coach is absolutely the best experience that we could ever offer someone.” The dedication and commitment of coaches around the province strengthens the overall sport system and contributes to communities and social development. For many, coaching is a way of life. Gary Ricks, a Level 3 certified coach at Key City Gymnastics in Cranbrook, reflects on the impact of coaching on his life. “Coaching helps you take stock of where you are now in all aspects of your life and how that compares to where you would like to be,” he says. Over his 31-year coaching career, Ricks has been no stranger to the BC Winter Games having attended over 12 times. It will be a family affair this year at the BC Winter Games in Vernon as Ricks coaches the Kootenays Zone 1 team; his wife Michelle is the Provincial Advisor for Gymnastics and his niece Madysen will be a competing athlete. The BC Games is an important step in the life of a coach, just as it is for the life of an athlete. These Games are a major springboard for coaches looking to move on up to the Canada Games and what they learn in this multi-sport environment will prepare them for future opportunities. 122 Head Coaches and 110 Assistant Coaches will lead 1,148 athletes at the 2012 BC Winter Games, which run February 23-26 in Greater Vernon. For more information about the BC Games visit www. bcgames.org.

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part of the BC Winter Games where youth coaches have the opportunity to work with a certified adult coach. Six coaches ranging in age from 15 to 18 years old will be part of the program at the 2012 BC Winter Games. “The BC Games is an ideal way of furthering (development of) our young athletes into future coaches,” says Fernando Correia, the Duncan-based Provincial Advisor for Karate BC. “I am excited about our new program and I know that our junior coaches are looking forward to attending the BC Winter Games

We gratefully acknowledge the ﬁnancial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Regional Economics and Skills Development and the Federal Government through the Ministry of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Coaches can sometimes be the unsung heroes of athletic success. The images we see in the media are of gold-medalwinning athletes standing on podiums with their coach nowhere to be seen. But almost without fail, athletes will credit their coach for their success ahead of anyone else. Coaches lead and inspire athletes from community programs to the Olympic and Paralympic podiums. At the BC Games, coach education and training is a priority with all coaches at the Games requiring certification from the National Coaching Certification Program. Coaches BC is the provincial organization responsible for coaching education programs and the ongoing support and development of coaches. “A coach’s preparation for the BC Games, or any other competitive environment, is just as important as an athlete’s preparation,” says Coaches BC Executive Director Gord May. “Every successful athlete has been trained by someone who has taken the time to learn about the technical aspects of their sport and how to prepare their athletes both mentally and physically. Excellence will come about when you have the right tools and use them the right way.” The Provincial Sport Organizations involved in the BC Winter and BC Summer Games have demonstrated that they are committed to coach development throughout the province. Many sports utilize the BC Games as a unique opportunity for coach mentorship and training. Karate BC developed a junior coach mentorship program as

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Chilliwack to hit the stage in benefit of Harrison Festival Society The number of tickets available for the special Chilliwack concert and fundraising event in Harrison is getting smaller by the day. Of the 200 tickets available, about two-thirds are now sold. The concert is to benefit the Harrison Festival Society, and will be Saturday, May 5, 7:30 p.m., at the Memorial Hall. Chilliwack and Bill Henderson are synonymous with the early days of west coast rock and roll. Rising out of the ashes of psychedelia in 1969, Canada’s

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he says as the song ends, telling himself: “You did that.” Young still plays everyday, and music has remained at the forefront of his life. That’s hardly a surprise for those who know Charlie Young, the saxophone player. For almost thirty years, Young was an integral part of the Jones Boyz, playing the Copper Room six nights a week. “When we first started, you could only fit 17 or 18 people in the place,” he said. His first day there was November 17, 1956, about a year after his wife Mary starting playing the piano there. Mary has since passed away, but the two shared “64 years of beautiful marriage,” starting way back in Glasgow. In Harrison Hot Springs, and beyond, the Youngs are best known for their time in the Copper Room. That room has history, and those who come regularly expect a certain standard. The beauty and elegance of the dance floor, the hot pools outside providing a steady ambience, glowing green and steamy in the dark night. And the music. Standards that everyone knows and loves, and an

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Music has a way of transporting the listener through time and space. And as 92-year-old Charlie Young listens to an old recording, he all but abandons a conversation with a reporter, in favour of his fond memories. His eyes focus on nothing but the past — as ghosts of the Big Band era produce a beautiful, jazz-infused symphony. He’s not just listening to the music, he’s reliving it. The lifelong musician is no longer in his small apartment at Chilliwack’s Hampton House, but back in the recording studio — sax in hand, and about to hit all the right notes for an improvised finale. “I keep my fingers crossed, because I know what’s coming at the end,” he says, remembering the moment with clarity. Sure enough, as the music comes to a unfaltering saxophone crescendo, Young clenches his fists and leans even further toward his CD player. His eyes are wide, bright, and smiling along with the rest of him. “You kinda get a nice feeling,”

amiable group of musicians providing the entertainment. But this week, long-time Jones Boyz Steve Perry and Read Smith will be retiring. Filling their shoes will be Trevor McDonald and Ernie Britton, joining Ian Putz and Jimm Taylor. In Young’s apartment, the elder musician wishes his younger counterpart well, and reminds him of the significance of the band. “Remember, the people who come to the Copper Room are a certain class of people,” Young tells McDonald, and have come to expect the best. But he has no doubt that this new incarnation of the Jones Boyz will continue to make beautiful music together. “You have all of this all in front of you,” he said. The first night of the new Jones Boyz is Tuesday, February 21. Hours vary throughout the week, with live music and dancing from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays, and 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Saturdays. A dress code is adhered to at the Copper Room.

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All Saints Anglican Church is hosting their second annual Spaghetti Dinner and Art Auction on Saturday, Feb. 25. The fundraiser will go toward the continuing renovation of the church hall, an Agassiz historical building. This year there will be several original pieces of art and attic treasures for auction. As well, a handmade quilt, $300 pearl necklace, original painting and several other prizes will be raffled. Fred Watson, a parishioner of All Saints, has donated two portraits from the 1700s. They were donated from his family estate and are of significant value. Canwest Art Services and Gallery of Harrison Hot Springs has appraised these paintings for the sale. All Saints invites everyone to join in this evening of fun and excitement. For tickets, phone Fran at 604-7012544 or Ginny 604-796-2206.

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Tomorrow is the Community Introduction to Physical Literacy session at the Hope Recreation Centre, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend and is open to anyone who lives or works with children — parents, grandparents, coaches, recreation staff, teachers, early childhood educators and volunteers. Come on out to see how we can all be “active for life”. For more information call

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Battle of Badges The Annual Battle of the Badges hockey game, between the Hope Fire Dept and the Hope RCMP Detachment, is at the Hope Ice Arena, at 2:30 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, Feb. 18. This is a fundraiser for the Cops for Cancer campaign.

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Community

Award-winning displays

Awards for the Harrison Hot Springs Christmas Light decorating contest were recently given out. The Commercial Award was given to Harrison Post Office decorated by Ruth, the postmistress and husband, Ivan Fedorkew. Ivan is known to enjoy adorning the Post Office seasonally to the enjoyment of the residents of Harrison. The Residence Award was given to Len and Sonja Paquette, 836 Ming in Harrison. Mayor Leo Facio presented the awards to the winners.

PLUS Left: Len and Sonja Paquette won first place for residential Christmas light displays this year. Above: Ruth and Ivan Fedorkew receive an award from Mayor Leo Facio for the post office Christmas light display.

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Sit down and have a laugh with Lunatics ‘Crazy-funny’ book follows antics right from first page Did you get it? Not the punch line to a joke, but I am referring to the Fraser Valley Regional Library Program Guide. Tucked nicely into the Observer is a booklet with all the interesting and fun stuff that your local library offers. You can, along with our local paper, have information on events at your local library, you can “branch” out (Ha! There it is; the

funny part take place that — a library might not be joke!) and listed there, so take in what to make sure is going on in you have ALL other libraries the info about in this wonyour library, derful system use the ‘Find of libraries Your Program’ TERRILL SCOTT that covers button on the our Valley. In the FVRL website. The guide can You can pick give you the Stacks the kind of low down on program, the what events are tak- date range, the place ing place, but there and ... voila! A list of are always events that awesome library activities right before your eyes. It is crazy-easy! And speaking of crazy, I just started a bit of a crazy-funny book, and who doesn’t like crazy-funny! It’s called, Lunatics and it is written by Dave Barry and Alan Zweibel. I love it when a book gets you on the first page of chapter one: “My name is Philip Horkman and I own 1st annual 3 km or 5 km a pet shop called The Wine Shop – a modest walk/run for heritage store I opened fifteen Agassiz Harrison Historical Society and Kilby years ago with money Historic Site, are excited to host the my in-laws, Lillian and 1st Annual Walk/Run for Heritage! The route Gerald Wine, loaned will follow beautiful country roads with me on the condition breathtaking mountain views. that I name the place SATURDAY MARCH 31, 2012 after them. Agassiz Fitness/Activity Centre “But won’t that be 6660 Pioneer Ave., Agassiz, BC confusing?” I asked at the time: SCHEDULE “Customers will think 8:00 – 8:30 am .................................Registration I sell liquor.” “Then sell 8:30 – 8:55 am ................ Fitness Lead Warm Up liquor,” they said. “But I 9:00 am ................................Walk/Run Begins want to sell pets.” 10:30 am ......................................Course Closed “Then borrow mon11:00 am ................................... Awards & Prizes ey from people named Pets.” Proceeds raised will be used by Agassiz Harrison And off it goes. PhilHistorical Society and Kilby Historic Site to support & preserve heritage initiatives within ip meets a guy named Agassiz, Harrison Mills & Harrison Hot Springs. Jeffrey, who considers himself the only sane HOW TO ENTER person in a world of Agassiz Harrison Museum • 604-796-3545 jerks, and works as www.agassizharrisonmuseum.org a forensic plumbing Kilby Historic Site • 604-796-9576 witness at court cases www.kilby.ca (who thought of that as www.runningroom.com a career?) Somehow they have Early Bird (by March 9) an adventure that in$25 - Individual | $75 - Family (max. 4) volves terrorists, bears, Regular (by March 31) politics, pirates and a $30 individual | $90 - Family (max. 4) run for their lives .... sounds like lunacy, ONLINE REGISTRATION right? This is a book www.runningroom.com that makes you chuckle as you sit and read, OUR SPONSORS which is a great reason to grab it. Now for a discovery. My household, in fact my family, are big readers of all books B.C. history. We found a new book on B.C. his-

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tory .... HUA! Newly printed, we are sharing this one at my place and its called The Pathfinder: A.C. Anderson’s Journeys in the West by Nancy Marguerite Anderson (yes, a relative, the great-granddaughter of A.C.). Before the Fraser River gold rush in 1858, a Hudson’s Bay Company clerk named Alexander Caulfield Anderson tramped his way through mountains and down white water rivers looking for a safe route from the Hudson’s Bay Company fort at Kamloops to Fort Langley on the Pacific coast. Anderson had lost the sense of adventure he thought that being part of the great HBC dynasty would offer, and so he fulfilled his dream, and kept his spirit of adventure alive by heading off exploring and mapping. He ended up finding four routes and gathered a wealth of information, but the book is a really good read by someone with lots to share and who knows more than just the work he did ... nothing like family to tell a story.

Upcoming events You know we have all kinds of surprises at your library, books and otherwise, so watch for our World of Words workshop, Saturday, March 3 at 1 p.m. and Open Mic Night coming up in the first week of March. World of Words is a joint program brought to you by the Kent-Harrison Arts Council and the Agassiz Library. Wendy Dewar-Hughes is this year’s writer in residence, and will get that book out of you! Become the writer you always wanted to be. (See page 16 for related story.) We always follow it with an Open Mic event, and this happens Continued on 16

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Meet the Pros February 2012

YO U R S O U R C E F O R QU A L I T Y LO CA L P R O F E S S I O N A L S

Kent Harrison Arts Council celebrates 40 years By Rebecca Schram

draft you started and make it into a real book? Join Wendy Dewar Hughes, Welcome to a brand new year of the author, artist and book coach, for the arts in your community. Fred Mauer Book Blueprint Workshop on Saturday, and Margaret McCrae started the Kent March 3 at the Agassiz Library from 1 Harrison Arts Council back in 1972, p.m. to 4 p.m. Wendy will help you get so that means your Arts Council is cel- started on a plan to move you toward ebrating 40 years of operation in Kent- finishing your book. “Without a plan, that book idea can Harrison. Currently, at the Ranger Station languish in the idea pile or at the back Art Gallery, members of the Monday of a drawer and never see the light of Painters are showing their work. The day,” says Dewar Hughes. “There is a exhibition will be on display until Feb. process of making a book happen.” The workshop will cover 26. Beginning March 3, a retsuch topics as how to deterrospective show of the works mine your reading audience of local artist Isa Taylor will and how to create a storyhighlight the KHAC’s 40th board. Participants will leave Anniversary. All are invited to with concrete steps to use the Open House on Sunday, toward the completion of a March 4 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., manuscript. The workshop to view the artwork, enjoy reis free, but please pre-register freshments, entertainment by by calling the library at 796local women’s acapella quartet, eViva, and a historical display. DEWAR HUGHES 9510. On Thursday, March 8 at 7 Gallery hours are as follows: p.m., join local writers for an Weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 evening of readings, music and fun at p.m., weekends from 1-5 p.m. On Feb. 24, join in the family fun at the library! Local writers of all ages and Winter Shake-up. The Ranger Station stages are invited to read five minutes of Art Gallery’s artist in residence Aaron their work. The audience is guaranteed Moran will be hosting an ‘art happen- to be friendly and refreshments will be ing’ for the event which will take place served. Would you like to have a say in the at Kent Elementary School. Also coming up, The Arts Council arts in your community, or show your in partnership with the Agassiz Public support for events the KHAC organizLibrary, presents the annual World of es to enrich the lives of all of us in the Words literary event, beginning with Agassiz-Harrison community? Consider becoming a member of your arts our workshop for writers. Do you have a book in you strug- council. Email kentharrisonartscoungling to get out? Not sure how to take cil@shaw.ca or call 796-8604 for more those random ideas or that 40-page information. FOR THE OBSERVER

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T ECHOES FROM THE PAST

Grads who trashed former school sentenced

50 Years Ago, 1962 • Two 17 year-old youths were given 10 month sentences each by Magistrate A.M. Naismith at Agassiz Court for wrecking Seabird Island School. Every desk was overturned, every drawer in the teachers’ residences emptied, medical supplies were smashed, windows broken, money and small items of jewelry were taken, and the back door of the church was

smashed. The boys were former pupils of the school and confessed they had been drunk. • Tree planting crews of the BC Forest Service were busy working around Harrison Lake and other parts of BC. • The third accident on Mount Woodside within a few weeks occurred when a car went out of control on the hill approaching from Harrison Mills. No one was badly hurt in this mishap.

• A teachers’ convention for secondary teachers was held at School District 75, a first for Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs. Discussions and events would be held in the secondary school. The elementary school teachers were meeting in Mission on the weekend. Echoes from the Past is compiled weekly for The Observer by The Agassiz Harrison Historical Society.

Library hosting Open Mic event From 14

on Thursday, March 8. It will be an evening of readings, refreshments and music by our local Eviva songstresses. Come read with us, share your words. For more information on this and all library programs, call

us ... 605-796-9510. You can always find something free, fun and enlightening in your library. That’s it for today .... see you in the stacks! Terrill Scott is Library Supervisor at the Agassiz Library

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YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR CLASSIFIEDS.

The Agassiz ❖ Harrison ❖ Hope

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INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . . . . . . 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . 9-57 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-76 CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-98 EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK . . . . . . . . . . . 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE . . . . . . 503-587 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603-696 RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-862 MARINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903-920

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FULL Time Certified HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC with Certified Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate with current MVI Inspector Certification, required for well established Logging Truck Company (Kurt LeRoy Trucking LTD.) on Vancouver Island. Good wages & benefits. Please fax your resume and drivers abstract to 250-287-9914. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!!! SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

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December 23, 1951-February 2, 2012 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Wayne, at Mission, BC, on February 2, 2012, at the age of 60 years. Left to mourn is his sister, Nora Sorensen, of Langley, BC, her husband, Ove, nephews; Curtis (Becca) and Adam (Bjauna) and great nephew Max, as well as numerous cousins and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Anne Thompson, of Harrison Mills, BC. Wayne was a great brother, brother-in-law, and Uncle. He will be missed. At Wayne’s request, no services are planned and his cremated remains will be honoured by his family at a time and place of their choosing. Henderson Funeral Home, Langley, is in charge of arrangements.

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PAID training. F/T Hours Beneﬁts after 6 months Must be outgoing!!! ERICA @ 604-777-2195 Welder/installer of equipment needed immediately for a full-time permanent position at Meinen Brothers Agri Services Inc., an agriculturalbased company serving the Fraser Valley. The successful applicant will have experience welding and an agricultural background will be considered an asset. Rate of pay is negotiable based on experience. We thank all applicants however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please submit resume by email to meinenbrothers@shaw.ca.

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THOMPSON, Wayne

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EDUCATION

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OBITUARIES

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HELP WANTED

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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In Loving Memory of Kristine Rosalyn Hatt May 21, 1985 February 22, 2004 The years may wipe out many things But this they’ll wipe out never, The memory of those happy days When we were all together. Just when her life was brightest, Just when her hopes were best, God called her from among us To a home of eternal rest.

LOST AND FOUND

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Lost Antique silver teardrop pendant, between Cheam & Pioneer. If found please call 604-796-1296

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 5

OBITUARIES

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Chef Required Must have strong leadership qualities, be creative and work well in a team setting. 3 years minimum experience a necessity.

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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED:

Qualiﬁed cook • apprentice • housekeeper Apply in person w/ resume after 3 pm Fri., Sat. & Sun. Black Forest Restaurant, 180 Esplanade Harrison Hot Springs

Please apply to: agillis@valleycare.info or fax 604.796.3844

18 Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer Friday, February 17, 2012 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

PERSONAL SERVICES

SALES

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INSIDE SALES PERSON

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GAS MECHANIC for busy logging company in the Fraser Valley Area. Must have valid BC drivers licence and good work ethic. Ticketed mechanicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are considered an asset.

HYDRAULIC Technician Trainees; Must have 3+ yrs as Mechanic; A Great Career; htihyd@gmail.com JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC - required at HMI Industries, a growing metal recycling company based in Red Deer. Please fax or email resumes to 403.346.3953 resumes@hazco.com

Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442/604-854-1978 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

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WELDER FABRICATOR ASSEMBLY LINE WORKERS A well established truck & trailer company has immediate openings for several experienced positions at their location in Surrey. These are permanent positions, wages are negotiable. Candidates who fulďŹ ll the requirement should: Fax resume 604-596-3106

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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

2002 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, senior driven, 89,000kms, $4500. Hope (604)869-7329

2005 Jeep Liberty, 3.7 auto, 4x4, loaded, tow pckg, clean, gd cond, 141k, $8700 obo. (604)795-5534

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

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TOWING

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TRUCKS & VANS

2006 BUICK ALLURE CX. 94,000 kms. No accdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Local. Exc. cond. $9,500. Abbotsford 604-855-1335

MODULAR HOMES

Harrison Mills - Large 2 bdrm modular home on private farm. On school bus route. 5 appl. Avail now. $675/m+ DD & ref. 604-796-2706

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1998 BUICK LESABRE LTD Loaded. Leather. Mint. Low kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $4900/obo. (778)565-4334

2006 FORD TAURUS SEL. Excellent condition, sun roof, full load, $4,995. (604)850-2846 2006 IMPALA LS, all options, original owner. $5500 obo. Call 604581-0589.

HOMES FOR RENT

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. 4400 SQ.FT. home with a beautiful view! off of Sumas Mountain. 5 Bdrm, 3 bath, two bay shop, horse barn. Avail Immed. Contact 604226-5959. $2650/month. References are a must!

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1995 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, AirCared, mint cond. $3500/obo. Ph 604-931-1236 1999 TOYOTA TERCEL, auto, 4 dr, CD, white, new tires, lady driven. Moving. $2500. 778-908-8650 2003 CHEVY MALIBU, 110,000 km., auto, V6, Air Cared, good tires, $4300 obo (604)531-3251 2004 HONDA CIVIC, brown metallic, 4 dr., 5 sp. manual trasm., p/L, A/C, CD, $5600. (604) 218-9795.

2005 PONTIAC G5, 4 dr. 4 cyl., auto, 87,000km. $5300 obo (604)746-2458

Rickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Computer Services

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Male/Female, shots, micro-chip, vet checked, health guarantee. $2400. Call 604-970-3807.

AGASSIZ. 5 appl., $1200/mo. workshop. Fullbrook, 0077

2009 HONDA FIT- 4 dr hatch back, 50K, Auto p/w. p/s, red. Auto Start. $8,800: (604) 218-9795.

General Repairs & Data Recovery, Trojanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Viruses removed. Same day service on all drop offs. Drop by 6438 Lougheed Hwy. (Corner of 7 & 9) 604-796-0538

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME $ENSE - Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s / Repairs Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks etc. Call for an estimate. 604799-3743. Homesense@shaw.ca

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GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827.

LANDSCAPING

MINI SCHNAUZER pups. 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked, vet â&#x153;&#x201C; $800/ea. Call 604-657-2915.

2010 HONDA CRV 38,000 KMS, auto, 4 x 4, gray. Loaded. $19,400: Phone (604) 218-9795.

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Yorkshire Terrier, 10 wks M&F Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $900. 778-708-7932

2008 TRAIL CRUISER 26QBS

TRANSPORTATION 810

A/C, microwave, slideout, DSI water heater, awning, $4000 in savings! $14,983 (stk.28226A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

AUTO FINANCING

AUCTIONS

Auction Water/Wine Bottling Line, Bottling Line, s/s tanks, ďŹ ltration system, restaurant equipment & more. Feb 25, 11AM, West Kelowna, BC, View photos at (Special Auction) doddsauction.com 1-866-545-3259

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MOVING & STORAGE

329 PAINTING & DECORATING Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, EfďŹ cient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069

Steel Building Sale. Inventory Discount Sale. 30x40, 42x80, 100x100 Erection Avail, 40 yr paint. Must Sell, Will Deal, Source# 1N4 800-964-8335 STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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2000 Suncruiser 35U

BUILDING SUPPLIES

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.

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

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HOMES WANTED

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Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

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

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

bradsjunkremoval.com

FERTILIZERS

Autos â&#x20AC;˘ Trucks â&#x20AC;˘ Equipment Removal

But Dead Bodies!! 604.

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RECYCLE-IT!

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PETS

AMERICAN Terrier Pitbulls purebred. $1,000. negot. Vet â&#x153;&#x201D;, 3 wks old. Reseve now. 604-217-2983

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

DreamCatcher Auto Loans â&#x20AC;&#x153;0â&#x20AC;? Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99

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MISC. FOR SALE

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

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REAL ESTATE 612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE BAKERY for sale in one of the larger & fastest growing areas in Kelowna BC. Well equipped & priced to sell. For more info call 250-763-5794

OTHER AREAS

HAWAII ON THE MAINLAND, where healthy low-cost living can be yours. Modern Arenal Maleku Condominiums, 24/7 secured Community, Costa Rica â&#x20AC;&#x153;the most friendly country on earthâ&#x20AC;?! 1-780952-0709; www.CanTico.ca.

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PEARL DRUM SET, $1000, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329

The Scrapper

1-800-910-6402

â&#x20AC;˘ Twins â&#x20AC;˘ Fulls â&#x20AC;˘ Queens â&#x20AC;˘ Kings 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box â&#x20AC;˘ 720 Coil 2.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Pillowtop â&#x20AC;˘ Brand New â&#x20AC;˘ 10 yr. warranty â&#x20AC;˘ Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

MORTGAGES

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO Agassiz

NEED A VEHICLE? EASY FINANCE!! Low Payments! $99 Delivers 24 Hour Approval. We Deliver! 3,000 Vehicles to choose. Call Now! Marty 1-800-916-1737 Big Discounts! www.eagleridgegmc.com WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in February, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888593-6095.

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AUTO SERVICES

FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery.

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CARS - DOMESTIC

Very large, bright 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartment located in clean safe building. No smoking, no pets. Damage deposit & ref. required.

1981 CHRYSLER CORDOBA, $1900. Call (604)869-0981

$850 per month. Call 604-860-3700

1994 CHRYSLER INTREPID 4 door, automatic. 130,000 kms. 3.3L, green. $3,000. Call (604)850-6976

1985 CORVETTE, RED, removable glass roof, orig 350 eng, collector plates, serious calls only, $10K/obo. 604-535-9609 or 604-613-4695

FREE PICK & REMOVAL of appliances, batteries, metals, etc. in the Agassiz-Harrison area. Please call (604)316-0760 or (604)796-8360

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

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STORAGE

1998 FORD WINDSTAR. 221,000 kms. Runs good. Very clean. Grey. $1350/obo. 604-832-9816. 1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:

1998 FORD CONTOUR 4dr sdn auto, load, ST#176 $995 1999 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr auto sdn Aircare ST#152 $1995 2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 2dr, auto AirCare ST#182 $2995 1996 ACURA TL 4dr auto, leather, fully loaded ST#177 $2995 1994 TOYOTA CAMRY 2dr auto, leather, full load, ST#174 $2995 2002 PONTIAC MONTANA 7 passenger, auto, Aircare ST#186 $3495 1995 MERCEDES E320 auto leather 4dr sdn ST#134 $3495 2002 FORD WINDSTAR sport 7 pass auto Aircare ST#108 $3495 1997 ACURA LE auto 4dr sdn leather full load ST#175 $3995 2000 HONDA CIVIC 4DR auto sdn st#169 $3995 1997 HONDA CRV Aircare auto only this week ST#97 $3995 2005 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr auto sdn full load ST#03 $5,900

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

Dual pane windows, awning, 6000 watt generator, heated tanks, fantastic fan and more! $47,983 (Stk.30951A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure. 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

SURREY; 5 Bdrm, 2 bathrm house w/carport, 2 kitchens. Fully fenced back yard. new Renod. Boliver Heights (132nd + King G). Skytrain & schools close. W/D incl. 2100 sqft $1700/mo Deepak @ 778-837-2348

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

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1747 Garden Pl. 4 bdrm, 2 f/p, avail March 1, + util., approx 10x20 Pets negot. Call Ross Royal Lepage. (604)792

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

HOUSE for rent, 2 Bdrm Rancher very clean with renos done newer appls,Central location,$925 + utils, pets wel. refs needed, call 604 996 0603

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

knoke trucking

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

AGASSI RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D 3 BDRM w/potential suite $296,000 owner will carry mtg w/low down pmnt. Monthly pmt approx $1500/mo 1(604)671-7498

HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated,$575/month includes utilities. Call 604-794-7132

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

Agassiz- 1/2 duplex for rent. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. N/P, N/S. DD + ref reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $950/mo + util. 604-845-2705

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

AGASSIZ. Very large, bright studio suite. Available now. N/S, N/P, DD & ref reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d $460/m. + util. Call 604-860-3700

CARS - DOMESTIC

Dble. yellow head Amazon parrot w/extra large cage. Exp. lrge bird keepers only.$1400. 604-823-6782.

Haul Anything...

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APARTMENT/CONDO

TRANSPORTATION

COMPUTER SERVICES

239

HERBAL MAGIC - With Herbal Magic lose up to 20 pounds in just 8 weeks and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Start today call 1-800854-5176.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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TRANSPORTATION

950 sq. ft. home. 2 bdrm, 1 bath. Near Shopping, park and entertainment. Large Lot for parking an RV. Available March 1 $950/mo. Pets Allowed. Call 604 309-8523

HEALTH PRODUCTS

FAST RELIEF the First Night!! Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramps Gone. Sleep Soundly, Safe with Medication, Proven Results. www.allcalm.com 1-800-765-8660.

Chilliwack restaurant available for quick sale! 20 years of established clientele. Owner moving - must sell! 604-799-5509, serious inquiries.

RENTALS

Chihuahua pups, born news years eve, dewclaws, deworm, 1st shots, 1 m/2 f, sable, $750. (604)796-8685

MAGIC WAND Will Clean Your House/OfďŹ ce to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sparkleâ&#x20AC;? NO HST. equipped supplied, bonded. Cell 1-604-685-1535

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612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

CLEANING SERVICES

Industry leader in the sales & servicing of steam & hot water boilers has an immediate opening for a Licensed Gas A Fitter. Role involves service to industrial clients in BC. Previous experience in servicing of industrial accounts required. Training, company vehicle and personal protective equipment provided.

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BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked with ďŹ rst shots and ready for new homes. $1,200. 778241-5504. Langley BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, Ready to go. Var. colors $800 Call 250-486-6773. sm.white@shaw.ca

Licensed Gas Technician

Applicants require a clean driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract and criminal background check. Forward resume and certiďŹ cations to:

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $400. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls

REAL ESTATE

RTA Accounting - Corporate & Personal Tax - Full Cycle Bookkeeping - Payroll, T4s. Call 604-889-0410

Competitive Wages & BeneďŹ ts After 3 mos. Please fax 604-796-0318 or e-mail: mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca

PETS

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com Phone 780-955-5537. EXPERIENCED HYDRAULIC Technical Salesperson; Great Wages & Co. htihyd@gmail.com

LEGAL SERVICES

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. ConďŹ dential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

TRADES, TECHNICAL

CVI CERTIFIED MECHANIC wanted for Langley Fleet Shop. F/T, Good wages & beneďŹ ts. Fax resume to: 604-513-8004 or email: tridem@telus.net

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CRIMINAL RECORD?

E-mail: shane@ prolineaquatics.com

BC Company accepting resumeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for: Journeyman Sheet Metal, Plumbers, Gas B or A Fitters, Welders, Millwrights & 4th yr plumbers. Comprehensive package. Forward resumes, certiďŹ cations with cover stating pay rate to: Box 694, C/O The Tribune, 188 - 1st Ave N, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1Y8.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

An est. pet industry leader is looking for a highly motivated salesperson with knowledge of Salt Water Aquarium equipment. Sales Experience is a must. Base salary plus commission Opportunity to grow.

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PETS

2002 GMC SONOMA EXT cab auto st#166 $4995 2005 FORD F150 XL 4X4 auto reg cab longbox ST#132 $7,900 2005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#125 $8,900 2005 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#134 $10,900 2001 FORD F350 crew cab XLT 7.3L pwrstrk diesel ST#130 $11,900 2006 CHEV 3500 CREW CAB DURAMAX diesel 4X4 auto ST#150 $12,900 2007 GMC SLE 3500 crew cab 4X4 auto longbox ST#167 $12,900 2007 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#128 $14,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW cab Lariat 4X4 auto long box diesel ST#118 $15,900 2008 GMC 2500 HD quad cab SLE 4x4 auto fully loaded ST#145 $16,900 2007 GMC 2500 CREW cab, Duramax diesel 4X4 auto ST#61 $16,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather 4X$ auto diesel ST#164 $17,995

33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038

604-855-0666

www.keytrackautosales.com

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STORAGE

Agassiz All Storage s Secured parking for recreational vehicles s Heated bays starting at $ 110 for 10'x8' 7651 Industrial Way Agassiz, BC Ph: 1.604.796.5577 info@agassiz-all-stoRAGE COM s WWW AGASSIz-all-storage.com

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Community

Life really does go on Time to move into the future of recreation in Harrison I think you will agree that the time has come for me to leave the past, surface to the present and let you know what is happening NOW. I am pleased to say that life goes on, even so the HHS Recreation Commission I wrote about during the last few weeks, does not exist in this form for the past three years, since it had become incorporated with the Parks and Recreation Committee. This Committee, however, was dissolved as of Dec. 12, 2011 and we have to see how things will be set-up in the future. I am happy to say that the hikers are still hiking, the choir is singing and cards and games are being played every Thursday morning at the HHS Social Club. There are some changes, however. All hiking teams, for instance, hike now according to their own rules and none of them operates under the Council anymore. The Multicultural Choir, too, has become a society in its own right and, while the individual choir members will hardly notice the difference, it does mean we are our own master of our wellbeing. While it is not surprising that these changes have come, it is surprising how long the former Recreation Commission did last -

RUTH ALTENDORF

Harrison Happenings over twenty years without fail. But back to the Social Club. I got a call from Jacquie Neville, one of the organizers, and she told me that they now also have a chess board and are looking for players. If you are interested, do drop in on a Thursday morning, 10 a.m. at the HHS Memorial Hall. Jacquie also wants me to let you know that they have cancelled their “Walk and Talk” program as well as “Line Dancing” due to lack of participation. Card games, however, are as popular as ever. Traditionally, this part of the year is a rather quiet time, a time for planning. I am sure, for instance, that discussions are happening among the hikers right now as to where to hike and what to explore this summer. And the Choir, besides practicing for their Spring Concert on June 3, is making plans for their 15th Anniverday celebra-

tions on Dec. 15, 2012. One of our anniversary projects is a cook book called “Multicultural Cuisine”. This will be a very delicious activity we all can indulge in since we intend to share some of the receipes with you, the readers. Watch out for the first one on Feb. 24! Feb. 5 was the opening day for the first art exhibit of this year at the Ranger Station Art Gallery. Put on by the “Monday Painters”, a long established group of artists, it will be on display throughout this month. We all should pay a visit as a tribute to our very talented local artists. I would like to conclude this update with a thank-you to The Observer. When we unexpectantly had a lot of snow in January, I was rather house-bound for a few days. I did not mind, I love it when the snow falls quietly, putting the world at ease, but not so much when it interferes with my daily life. So, on Friday of the snowstorm week, I was not happy because I thought I would have to miss The Observer. Just to check, however, I ventured downstairs, opened the door and there it was, glistening in the snow for everybody to see! How is this for small pleasures? Thanks again!

COMMUNITY CORNER FEBRUARY 2012 *(Due to space limitations, each week we will publish a different set of groups & activities from the community)

LOCAL EVENTS and Storytime with Crackle. Crackle the library crow and Terrill have stories in, fun for preschoolers and their families. Every Friday at 10:15 am. Drop free and a lot of fun. el 4. Play Lions TV Bingo! every Thursday 6-7 pm on Shaw Cable Chann or are” Hardw x “Ledou , z” Agassi in Tickets may be purchased at “That Store “Chehalis General Store”. thing ProD Day @ Agassiz Library Beautiful Ooops Art Day! There is no such things cted unexpe as a mess & we show you how great art comes from No at this program for school age kids, 7 & up. Friday, Feb. 17 at 1 pm. registration, free event. at Rock the Winter Blues Free Family Fun Night It’s Friday, February 24, 6:30 can Kent Elementary School. The weather might be less than great, but we old by music be will There t! tonigh make some noise & have us some fun just & ments refresh time rocker, Tony Prophet; there will be art a’happenin’, er a whole lot of fun. Spend the evening with family & friends at a get togeth at sponsored by a whole bunch of community partners. Leave your wallet home & just drop in! n All Saints Anglican Church - 2nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner & Art Auctio 1604-70 $20 Tickets Hwy. eed Saturday, February 25th 5:30 pm 6904 Lough 2544 or 604-796-2206

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GROUP 1 OF 4 Agassiz Al-Anon. Is someone’s drinking Agassiz-Harrison Lions meet at 7 pm affecting you? FMI call Shirley 604-796- on the 4th Wed of the month at the 9865 or Anne 604-793-3103 Lion’s Den in the Ag-Rec Hall, 6800 “Agassiz Comforters” get together at 9 Pioneer Ave. FMI call Mel at 604-795am every Thurs. morning at the United 0598 or Joey at 604-796-9951 Church. FMI call 604-796-2680

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Agassiz Elks Lounge – 1824 #9 Hwy, open daily 3pm till closing. Everyone welcome Agassiz Harrison Family Place. 7272 Morrow Road. Meet friends, old and new! Parents/caregivers with their children 0-6 are welcome. Mon, Wed and Thurs, 9:30am-12pm. Call Willena or Louisa 604-796-0313 Agassiz-Harrison Garden Club meets the second Wed of each month from Oct-July in the foyer of the Ag Hall at 7:30pm. FMI 604-796-3291 or 604-7962423

Agassiz-Harrison Senior Peer Counsellors Senior Peer Support Drop in 3rd Mon of each month, 2 pm in the Cheam Village conference room (upstairs). FMI call Betty Rajotte at 604796-0409 Agassiz Kids At The Cross – Thursdays at the Ag Recreation Centre in Agassiz. FMI call Ettie 604-819-6822 Cheam Village Books for Residence Library. Looking for spare books to stock our Library. To donate please drop off at Cheam Village.

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COMMUNITY NEWS COVERING FEBRUARY 2012 DOG LICENCE RENEWAL

UTILITY INVOICES

Every dog owner is required to hold a valid licence for their dog(s). Notices reminding dog owners to renew their pet’s dog licence for 2012 have been mailed out.

The District of Kent has mailed out the semi-annual utility invoices for the period January1 - June 30, 2012. The payment deadline is Friday, March 30, 2012. Invoices unpaid by the deadline will be subject to a 10% penalty.

If you have not licensed your dog with the District of Kent please attend at the Municipal Ofﬁce at 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz to register your pet(s). The annual licence fees areas follows: • every spayed or neutered dog $20.00 • every unspayed or unneutered dog $50.00 Dog owners are reminded of the regulations provided in the District of Kent Animal Control Bylaw No. 1396, 2008. Please visit our website at www.district.kent.bc.ca, the Municipal Hall or our local library to review the bylaw.

If you have recently purchased your property and have not received an invoice, please contact our office at 604-796-2235. As a new owner you are responsible for confirming the status of your account. Owners on our pre-payment plan will not receive an invoice. If payment is made at financial institutions, please ensure payment is made at least 5 business days prior to the due date to avoid any penalties. Bank or postmark date stamps are not accepted as a payment date.

IMPORTANT - SECTION 15 OF BYLAW No. 1396 STATES:

For any questions, please contact our ofﬁce at 604-796-2235.

“It is an offense for any owner to keep or harbour more than two (2) dogs and (2) cats on any premises in any zone, excluding property over 0.5 ha (1.2 acres) and zoned A (Agricultural), RR (Rural Residential) or MR (Resource Management).”

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For any questions, please contact the Animal Control Ofﬁcer at 604-796-2235.

AGASSIZ BOTTLE DEPOT

BC TRANSIT OPEN HOUSE

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Regarding Phase 2 of Public Transit.

BUSINESS LICENCE RENEWAL AND SIGN PERMITS

Will be held at the Kent Municipal Hall February 29th from 4 - 7 p.m. Agassiz Transit routes will be discussed.

Business owners are reminded that a business licence is required to operate in the District of Kent. Renewal notices have been mailed out to those businesses registered. If the business no longer operates within the District of Kent or there has been a mailing address change, please contact our ofﬁce at 604-796-2235. Business owners are encouraged to contact the Development Services Department prior to expanding or changing their current business use to ensure compliance with District requirements. ____________________________________________

Now accepting electronics such as: • Desktop Computers • Computer Monitors • Notebook Computers • Printers/Faxes• Televisions • Non-cellular phones • Vehicle audio & video • Home audio • Personal audio equipment

This is a drop in Open House. Six Days a Week

Summer hours as of March 1. Monday to Friday 9 to 6 Saturdays 9 to 5. Closed Sunday. 604-796-3653 7659 Industrial Way, Agassiz

SIGN PERMITS Business owners are reminded that a sign permit is required for new or amended signs including sandwich board signs. Please do not hesitate to contact Development Services staff prior to installing a sign so that we may help to ensure that your proposed sign meets all permit requirements. Please visit our website at www.district.kent.bc.ca, the Municipal Hall or our local library to review the District’s Sign Bylaw No. 1297.

Upcoming Council Meeting: February 27, 2012 (Monday) Municipal Hall - Centennial Centre at 7:00 p.m.

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RECREATION AT A GLANCE For parents who want the flexibility of a drop in program for their preschoolers: PRESCHOOL ADVENTURE IN PLAY Begins February 20 Monday, Wednesday and Saturday Mornings 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 3 – 5 years Drop in for crafts, songs, stories, circle time and good old fashioned play $4 drop in fee We will be offering fitness classes beginning in March to coincide with this program~ NEW FITNESS CLASSES Pay a drop in fee, use tickets, or your pass for admission. STROLLER FITNESS BEGINS MARCH 5 Babies and parents will both benefit from the fresh air experience of this exercise class with strollers. Parents are required to provide the baby and stroller. Join Nancy for an outdoor workout rain or shine. Level 2-3 Fitness/Activity Centre Monday/Wednesday 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Please note there will be no Stroller Fitness on Monday, April 9 for Easter Monday and Monday, May 21 for Victoria Day ABS/BUTT/THIGHS BEGINS MARCH 6 No sweat required - increase and balance muscle strength, particularly the abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and buttocks (the core muscles of the body). This is a Level 3 Fitness Program. Fitness Room Tuesday 5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Saturday class! 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. BOOT CAMP ON SATURDAYS! This hour-long action and power packed class is now being offered on Saturday mornings beginning March 10 from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. This outdoor class will build your cardiovascular and muscular endurance. Be prepared for any weather as this class will run rain or shine! CANADA DAY Planning is underway! If you have a great idea for how we should celebrate the day, our committee needs you! Contact the Fitness/Activity Centre at 604-796-8891 to leave your name and contact information.

Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz BC V0M 1A0 • Tel 604.796.2235 • www.district.kent. bc.ca