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Village ‘100 per cent’ behind councillor Harris Councillor’s job with municipal engineer not a conflict of interest Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER
The Village of Harrison is rallying around one of its councillors, who has been accused of a conÁict of interest by a member of the public. Village staff was alerted to the issue when someone Àled a Freedom of Information request regarding Councillor Dave Harris. The request asked for items relating to Harris' history of voting
on issues pertaining to his employer, Civic Consultants. Also requested were any mentions of Harris' income with Civic Consultants, and mentions of Harris excusing himself from council during voting procedures. Last week, council met in camera to discuss the issue, and decided to go public with the allegations. Mayor Ken Becotte provided the Observer with a letter from the Village's lawyer, Murdy &
McAllister, that states Dave Harris is not in a conÁict of interest by being a councillor and an employee of Civic Consutants. "Many years ago under the prior legislation there was a statutory prohibition against an elected ofÀcial having a contract or interest in a contract with the local government on which they served," the letter states. "That prohibition has long since been removed and there is no automatic restriction of this nature." However, it does recognize that there could be a perception of being in a conÁict, and outlines ways Harris can avoid that.
Harris, who has worked for Civic Consultants for almost eight years, and has been serving as a councillor for almost six COUNCILLOR DAVE years, says HARRIS he feels he's already done everything possible to avoid a conÁict of interest. "I spoke to Gerry Van der Wolf, (Harrison's then CAO) at the time to see if there was a conÁict of interest," Harris told the Observer.
He says he also spoke speciÀcally to the next CAO Larry Burke, and the current CAO Ted Tisdale. All told him the same thing. "As long as you don't vote on matters where Civic could receive some beneÀt, it's Àne," he says. "As long as you excuse yourself from council, and I've always done that." Civic Consultants is the Village's consulting company, however, and oftentimes council is asked to review Civic reports to make decisions on infrastructure. The lawyer has told the Village CONTINUED – ON PAGE 3
Snooper truck checks bridge Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER
So, just what was that machine wrapped around the Agassiz-Rosedale bridge earlier this week? An Emil Anderson manager tells The Observer it was a 'snooper truck,' looking for problems on the bridge. Workers stand in a bucket at the end of a double-jointed crane, while inspecting a bridge's underside. The snooper truck is brought out once a year, to all bridges
in the province, as part of an annual check up conducted by the provincial government's Department of Highways. The Agassiz-Rosedale bridge is the Àrst of the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver bridges to get its check up each year. The work caused short delays on the bridge on Monday and Tuesday. If the provincial work crew Ànds any deÀciencies, those will be reported to the local contractors. In Agassiz, that contractor is Emil Anderson.
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Breitenmoser places 5th in Montreal Agassiz-raised fashion student takes home $1000 scholarship from Telio Local resident and graduate of Agassiz Senior Secondary and a second-year University
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in this competition. Sabrina Breitenmoser placed 5th for her creative use of fabrics. The bustier dress was constructed out of silver foil and the jacket out of a cotton, spandex blend. The theme of the competition was the Great Canadian North and Sabrina called her outÀt “Angutualiqtue" which means “warming the Igloo.” It was inspired by the northern iconic structure. Padded, quilted treatments create shape and mass which imitates this renowned dome. Matte cool greys reÁect the seasonal light. Sabrina submitted drawings of her design to her school and was one of the seven selected to enter the contest from University of the Fraser Valley. The judges then shortlisted 25 designs from all those entered from across Canada and Sabrina made the cut. The top 25 were supplied with fabric from Telio Fabrics of Montreal and went to work on creating a unique and authentic creation that would identify their garment as the new “must-have” item for a high-end company while using intricate techniques to incorporate art in fashion. All 25 were Áown to Montreal where they showed
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that "in circumstances where Civic Consulting is simply acting in an advisory role in making recommendations and does not stand to beneÀt, there would seem to be no prohibition on Councillor Harris continuing to participate in his role as a member of council." Harris called the allegations "disappointing," because as a council member he generally loses income when attending daytime meetings instead of working. He also pointed out that is was his "election platform that made the public aware that our reservoir was inadequate at only 80,000 gallons." The reservoir has since been upgraded.
"I think that's what got me elected, my strength and knowledge around municipal infrastructure and utilities," he said. "We all have our strengths that we bring to council. Everyone has their own reason for doing this (being a politician)." When the decision to support Harris publicly was discussed in camera last week, Harris excused himself from the room. "I'm pleased that council aand staff got a legal opinion and brought that to light and it veriÀes what I thought," he said, eliminating that "nagging doubt." "I think the lawyer covered it really well and maybe once this is in print, and there's no basis for a legal claim, maybe they'll just let it go," he said. Mayor Becotte is certain the issue is a dead one.
"It's done," he told the Observer. "We have nothing more to do now. It's very easy for a person in the public to make accusations. Council and staff are 100 per cent in agreement that there is no basis for conÁict of interest regarding (Harris') employment with Civic Consultants. Going forward, if any person in the public feels otherwise, they need to pursue though the courts." One discrepancy was spotted due to the FOI request. While Harris believes he has always stated why he was leaving the room, the minutes haven't stated so. The lawyer's letter did state that from now on, a general reason needs to stated and recorded in the minutes. news@ahobserver.com
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Health researchers have come to another disturbing conclusion. They predict that the present generation will be the Ă&#x20AC;rst in human history with a shorter life expectancy than their parents. The main fear is that obese children and adolescents have a high risk of becoming obese adults and of exposure to a number of dangerous cardiovascular disease risk factors from a very early age. The body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC) measurement are two tools used by health professionals to help assess oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s risk of developing health problems associated with being overweight. The BMI is a ratio of weight-to-height classiĂ&#x20AC;ed into four categories. They are: underweight (less than 18.5), normal weight (between 18.5 and 24.9), overweight (between 25 and 29.9) and obese (30 CONTINUED â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ON A3
Echoes: Whorly stuck with corn 50 Years Ago, 1961 â&#x20AC;˘ A two-day ceremony to mark the completion of the Ruby Creek Road, the Ă&#x20AC;rst stage of the Haig Highway, and to place the plaque on the cairn at Port Douglas was planned for late March 1961 by the Agassiz Harrison Board of Trade. It was hoped that Minister of Highways Phil Gaglardi would attend the road ceremony. A social evening at the Harrison Hotel would be followed by a boat trip to the head of Harrison Lake for the cairn ceremony next day. â&#x20AC;˘ Some farmers in Agassiz decided to change to growing canner peas instead of corn. Peas were considered a more proĂ&#x20AC;table crop than corn but were also a
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mid-winter when there are fewer Ă ies.â&#x20AC;? This ad points out one of the annoyances of living in those days, when Ă ies were a problem most of the summer and fall, and in spite of screens on windows and doors they managed to get into homes, buzzing around at night, getting into food and spotting up woodwork and wallpaper. â&#x20AC;˘ The North Fraser Valley Auto Court operators of Harrison Hot Springs met at Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant in Harrison Hot Springs to discuss strategies for the upcoming tourist season. A discussion over whether the Village of Harrison Hot Springs should amalgamate with the Kent Municipality brought forth many ideas and opinions.
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ACES screens â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;chemtrailsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ACES Society has been screening some thought-provoking Ă&#x20AC;lms at the Harrison Mill Community Hall recently, and the next one is titled What in the World are They Spraying? It will be shown on Friday, March 18 at 7 p.m. (doors at 6:30). What in the World are They Spraying? is a recently-released full length documentary by G. Edward GrifĂ&#x20AC;n and Michael Murphy exposing hard evidence of environmental and human damage as the result of the ongoing geo-engineering project
A public hearing set for March 14, at Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall at 7 p.m. has been cancelled. The hearing was in
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known as chemtrails, ACES reps say. "By now most people are familiar with this peculiar phenomenon seen crisscrossing the skies worldwide and turning our once blue skies into a murky haze. We are grateful this message is being courageously spread broadly and loudly and are determined to pass on this information to as many people as possible in the hopes that it will help end this insanity," they write. As always admission is â&#x20AC;&#x153;pay what you canâ&#x20AC;? and refreshments are by donation.
Public hearing cancelled regards to parking at two properties along Esplanade. The regular council meeting for March 14 is still scheduled to be held.
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The Capilano University Blues Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team won the Provincial Championship title over the weekend in Abbotsford, qualifying them for the National Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball Championships in Niagara Falls March 17-19. Jennifer Bodnar, an alumni basketball star for the Agassiz Eagles, who now plays for the Blues, was chosen to be on the Allstar Team, which beat UBC Okanagan 68-67 in a nail biter. Assistant coach for UBCO is Kim Whelpton, also a former Agassiz Eagles Star. The Blues SUBMITTED PHOTO are ranked 4th in Canada.
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and over). The WC measurement is an indicator of health risk associated with abdominal obesity. Excess fat around the waist and upper body (also described as an â&#x20AC;&#x153;appleâ&#x20AC;? body shape) is associated with greater health risk than fat located more in the hip and thigh areas (described as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;pearâ&#x20AC;? body shape). A WC measurement of 102 cm (40 in.) or more for men,
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The Canadian Brandowner Residual Stewardship Corporation (CBRSC), on behalf of the Canadian Toy Association and its members, have developed a Stewardship Plan outlining how the brandowners intend to collect unwanted electronic toys from the public and ensure that they are properly recycled and not sent to landďŹ ll. Go to www.cbrsc.ca to review the draft. Public meetings to accept comments will be held in: } Prince George: Coast Inn of the North Wednesday, March 9, 1 to 4pm } Kelowna: Ramada North Kelowna, Friday, March 11, 1 to 4pm } Surrey: Sheraton Guildford Tuesday, March 15, 1 to 4pm } Victoria: Sheraton Four Points Langford Thursday, March 17, 1 to 4pm Webinar will be held on Wednesday, March 23. Pre-registration is requested through www.cbrsc.ca or (604) 831-7203. Comments on the draft plan for Electronic Toys are welcome until the close of business April 25, 2011.
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OBSERVER opinion Getting tough on growers T LOOKING BACK - MARCH 2010 It’s round two for the federal Conservatives’ goal of getting tough on pot growers. After having the Senate gut an earlier attempt at setting minimum sentences for growing marijuana, the Harper government will now try to push through Bill S-10, which features a mandatory six-month jail term for growing six pot plants. The Liberals, meanwhile, vow to block the bill, which critics say is heading in the opposite direction Canada has taken on the issue of marijuana over the past several years. There’s truth in that, particularly when viewed from the perspective of the Crown and courts, which have respectively been reluctant to aggressively pursue charges against growers, or upon conviction, hand down stiff sentences. There is also an element of public opposition to bringing down a larger hammer on marijuana cultivation, particularly on small amounts. Critics point across the border, where tougher marijuana sentences have Àlled jails, but done little to stem the green wave, or the demand for the product. Considerable doubt surrounds the premise that a minimum sentence for growing pot will dissuade the gangs which make billions from the industry in Canada. When there is that much proÀt to be gained – and tougher laws may actually increase the value of the drug – there will be a willingness to take the risks to reap the massive rewards. Far more effective in reducing the number of growops in this and other cities is the initiative based on safety inspections of suspected homes. Using that tactic, along with law enforcement efforts, Abbotsford has seen a dramatic drop in the number of grows over the past several years. Purely from a public cost perspective, it’s a far cheaper remedy than building and Àlling more prisons. Abbotsford News, Black Press
Treading on private property? David Urban and Jen Ness from the FVRD initially spoke to Kent council last March to talk about the Experience the Fraser project, which will attempt to connect Fraser River communities along the waterway. Local dikes, some of which are on private property, are mentioned in the Experience the Fraser plan. However, at a more recent council meeting, council and some members of the public informed Urban that landowners are hesitant to open their dikes to the public. Thoughts? Email us at news@ahobserver.com OBSERVER FILE PHOTO
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VICTORIA – A couple of readers responded indignantly to this column’s recent reference to the NDP “trumpeting distorted statistics” about child poverty. I was referring to the annual ritual that goes on here at the legislature, where an activist coalition named First Call issues its report that damns B.C. for the worst child poverty in Canada. The NDP pounds away for days, crying “shame” and demanding that the B.C. Liberal government produce a plan to eliminate child poverty, with annual goals. The “distorted statistics” I referred to are in a regular survey by Statistics Canada called the Low Income Cutoff, or LICO. This survey uses an arbitrary line, currently around $44,000 a year for a family of four, beneath which people are deemed to have “low income.” StatsCan points out in every LICO report that it is a relative measure and not a poverty line, but the activists ignore that. West Vancouver-Capilano B.C. Liberal MLA Ralph Sultan, a former bank economist, has taken this issue on. In November he published a math-heavy discussion paper called Child Poverty in West Vancouver: Fact or Fiction? When I spoke to Sultan last week, he said the weakness of LICO is easy to demonstrate. For one thing, StatsCan uses the same income level across Canada, without regard to the huge variations in cost of housing or other factors. The LICO ignores provincial services such as dental care for social assistance clients, because it’s not income. Sultan estimates that about 10 per cent of the B.C. budget is now spent on lowincome supports, including rent subsidies. Not surprisingly, Sultan found that low income correlates mainly with single mothers, immigrants and aboriginal people
on reserves. More surprising is that communities with higher levels of Employment Insurance and welfare recipients are not the communities with the most low-income people. Sultan says this suggests these programs are effective. Another surprise is that aboriginal people do just as well as other people once they are off reserve, despite the relatively low educational achievement we hear so much about. Sultan, who taught business at Harvard University for nine years, cites a recent book by Harvard historian Niall Ferguson called Civilization: The West and the Rest. Ferguson identiÀes six ingredients in what he calls “the secret sauce of Western civilization” and its economic success. They are competition, modern science, the rule of law and private property rights, modern medicine, the consumer society and the work ethic. Sultan says that list explains the difference between conditions on and off B.C. reserves. Sultan agrees that the political pressure to raise the minimum wage is irreversible. But like most economists, he says that will reduce the number of low-end jobs. And he is sarcastic about the NDP’s demands for government-imposed solutions: “All we need to do is pass a law and everybody will get richer overnight!” Helping single mothers get back to the workforce is his “personal cause at the moment,” and he says the new full-day kindergarten is a big step in the right direction. Subsidized daycare is another option B.C. has available. “I know in Quebec they have a very generous scheme, which apparently the rest of Canada pays for,” Sultan said. Readers who demand evidence that disputes the First Call Ànding might start with Sultan’s discussion paper. It’s posted on his website at www.ralphsultanmla.ca under “special studies.” It ends with a quote from another noted social activist, a fellow named Jesus Christ: “The poor shall always be with us.” No one has proven him wrong in the past 2,000 years or so. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tÁetcher@blackpress.ca
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HARRISON-AGASSIZ
Business xcellence E AWARDS
A winning evening Small business, new business, big business, old business. All of them were equally celebrated during the Second Annual Harrison Agassiz Business Excellence Awards on February 24. The lively and entertaining evening at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa included a well-known auctioneer, an up-and-coming Canadian comedian, fine dining, raffle prizes and of course, an outpouring of love and plenty of ‘high-fives’ for the winners and nominees. Remember, local business can only thrive with local customers. So the Observer would like to send out a big thank you to all of you who nominated a business for their excellence. Each nominee was truly deserving of your support. And as you’ll read in the following pages, each of them is incredibly thankful for all of you, their local customers. Non-Profit of the Year : Agassiz Harrison Community Services Excellence in Agriculture: Limbert Mountain Farm Excellence in Tourism: Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa Excellence in Retail: Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Excellence in Culinary Arts: Crazy Fish Bistro Excellence in Service: Holly Tree Florist & Gifts New Business of the Year: il Carpaccio Deli People’s Choice Award: Agassiz Library Chamber’s Choice Award: Hub Barton Insurance Kent Council Choice Award: Burden Propane Harrison Council Choice Award: BC Sportfishing Group - Eco Tours Green Excellence Award: Agassiz Bottle Depot
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Agassiz Harrison Community Services
Chantel Walker of Agassiz Harrison Community Services accepts the Non Profit of the Year Award from presenter Danny Crowell.
Serving locally for 38 years Chances are, if there's something you need, Agassiz-Harrison Community Services can help you get it. Their main purpose is to provide assistance to residents of this area, whatever their needs might be. Can't find a job? Their employment services and job placement programs will come in handy. Need a little camaraderie with other parents? The Family Place has been offering fun family programs for years, as well as being a place to for parents to bring their kids to play freely. Not enough to eat? Again, they can help. The Food Bank is widely-used by locals, as well as the Christmas Hamper Program. There's a wide range of other services, too, reaching all ages of residents, including the substance misuse program, the Youth Inclusion Program, English as a Second Language training, Seniors Peer Counselling, adult literacy and the ever popular Agassiz-Harrison Community Services' Thrift Store. What's now known as Community Services began as a child care center in March of 1973 with an initial grant of $12,000 from the provincial government. In the fall of 1975, the child care centre was extended to include other services and in early 1976 the Agassiz Social Services Society was incorporated. In January of 1978, the name was changed to Agassiz Community Services Society. In May 1979, the name was changed to once more to Agassiz-Harrison Community Services in order to include the Village of Harrison Hot Springs. Today, they are a multi-service agency that provides over 20 different services and programs to the people in our community. Gina Reimer, Community Services' director of finance, says being voted as the non-profit of the year means their many years of hard work is making a positive effect on people. To find out more about how Community Services can help you, visit them online at www.agassiz-harrison.org or call 604-796-2585.
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excellence in tourism
Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa
Stuart Hammond accepting the award on behalf of Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa, from a respresentative from the Harrison Poker Society.
A history of housing tourists Guests at Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa don’t just come for the great rooms, the divine hot pools and the gorgeous view. They come to town to take it all in. The golfing, the hiking, the historical sites, the dining, festivals and water sports. Ian Maw, the resort’s director of marketing and sales, says he includes the entire Village of Harrison Hot Springs, Agassiz, and the surrounding areas when drawing in guests. “We don’t just sell the hotel,” he says. And the more activities guests have to do in town, the longer they’ll stay. The majority of hotel guests, 80 per cent, are visiting from the lower mainland, he says. Others come from throughout B.C. and Washington, while only a small amount come from overseas. “People can jump in the car and drive here,” Maw says. “It’s an easy, no-muss-no-fuss getaway.” He’d like to see more businesses in town that drive tourism, to keep tourists in the area a little longer. The resort’s site, at the west end of the lakefront, has a long history of housing guests in town. In 1885, it was the St. Alice Hotel. When that burned down in the 1920s, a four story brick structure was built. That was the beginning of the hotel today, which is now the largest employer in town with more than 300 employees. Maw says they take their role in the Village’s economy very seriously. “I think we have a responsibility as a significant tourism entity, to be successful,” he says. “By our being successful, the Village is successful.” The same goes for every business in town, he adds. “We can all contribute to a sustainable tourism industry.” To find out more about the resort, visit www.harrisonresort.com.
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Limbert Mountain Farm Eat Fresh. Eat Local. That’s been the mantra of B.C. food growers over the past few years. And it seems small farms are hitting it big these days. One of those smaller farms, which very much bases it business on eating fresh, is Limbert Mountain Farm and Simply Fine Food, winner of the Excellence in Agriculture Award this year. The win was a surprise to owners Trudie and Claude Bouchard, who were on a winter holiday during the awards and heard about it through email. Like many other winners, they’re finding that even though the out-of-town customers help keep their businesses alive, it’s the loyal locals who are steadily supporting them. It seems the idea of buying locally grown, fresh food — how things were done so many years ago — is really catching on. “People are much more excited (about eating local),” Trudie Bouchard says. “Their food has only gone a short distance, it’s been picked when it’s supposed to be picked, and everything we make here is handmade and in small scale. All of that really matters.” What will you find at Limbert? Their commercial kitchen is the perfect place to cook up that local food for the Simply Fine Foods Bistro, They prepare meals with food they’ve grown or raised on the farm, including a wide variety of vegetables, herbs and fruit, laying chickens, Cornish game hens and turkeys. They also purchase Agassiz-grown items such as hazelnuts, cheese and coffee. As part of the Slow Food Cycle Tour, they support all their fellow food producers. To find out more about Limbert Mountain Farm phone 604-796-2619. award sponsored by:
March Specials: Sopressata a pera Sopres Salami 29
Garofolo Pasta $258ea.
Goat Cheese $229ea.
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Come & experience a little bit of Italy in Harrison Hot Springs! Take home selections from our fresh deli meats, cheeses, pastas, sauces, homemade lasagnas or paninis or sit & enjoy them in our cozy cafe. 160 LILLOOET AVENUE, HARRISON HOT SPRINGS 604.491.1010
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Winner of: New Business of the Year il Carpaccio would like to thank the Agassiz Harrison community for acknowledging us as: New Business of the Year! What an honor!
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AGASSIZ FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE Dr. Darren Paul, B.Sc., D.C. Trusted Family Chiropractor in the Community for over 12 years
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Brenda Bailey Sunset Holistic Therapist
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Proud Sponsor of: Excellence in Culinary Arts
Awarded to Crazy Fish Bistro
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il Carpaccio Deli
Rocco Iurlo smiles when presented with the New Business of the Year Award by presenters Audri Anderson and Sandra Yollande.
Excellence is all in the family Il Carpaccio Deli has only a few months of operations under its belt. But it’s quickly become a mainstay for local diners. The trio of Rocco Iurlo, his wife Lidia, and her sister Dina Caparusso have been busy brewing up Italian style coffees, and serving a wide selection of lovingly prepared snacks, meals and desserts since last October. It didn’t take long for word to get around about the fresh new deli. They stock their shelves with imported foods straight from Italy, including several gluten free pastas. In their cooler, they keep deli meats and cheese that they purchase direct from an Italian butcher in Vancouver. They bake their desserts, and supply a unique brand of ice cream treats packaged in glass, reusable dessert cups. If that’s not enough, one day a week, Dina is in the kitchen making pans of lasagne and other Italian cuisine. “For me, making a pan of lasagne is like painting a portrait,” she says. “You can make it in so many different ways.” They know their immediate success is with thanks to a supportive community — there’s been a crowd there most days throughout the winter. It all points to good things at il Carpaccio once the warmer weather hits, and the tourists find this little local hot spot. Il Carpaccio is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Friday they’re open until 6:30 p.m. and on Sunday, they’re open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and they are closed on Tuesdays.
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Recognition from the Chamber of Commerce The 2nd Annual Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards was once again a great success. Thank you to Chris, Sonja and Kim for your hard work and enthusiasm. Your efforts created a wonderful evening of networking, entertainment and honoring the excellence of local businesses. A BIG thank you to the following businesses. Your donations made it possible to hire the comedian, Christopher who brought chuckles and smiles to the evening…. Agassiz Harrison Observer Agassiz Museum Agassiz Speedway BC Sport Fishing Group - Eco Tours Community Futures North Fraser Cookin Kim’s Café District of Kent Farmhouse Natural Cheeses F.V. Regional Library – Agassiz Glencoe Motel Groundworks Landscaping/Lawncare Harrison Beach Hotel Harrison Festival Society Harrison Heritage House Harrison Hot Springs Preschool Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa Harrison Yacht Club
Holly Tree Florist & Gifts Kent Veterinary Clinic Len Davidiuk Tax Services Lordco Auto Parts Modern Tire & Towing Muddy Waters Espresso Bar & Café Oasis Coffee & Bistro Prospera Credit Union - Agassiz Branch Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Shoreline Tours South Garden B&B Subway - Agassiz Swiss Gourmet Restaurant Telus The Back Porch The Echoes Harrison River Retreat Tourism Harrison
Wishing all our businesses a healthy, successful and prosperous 2011!
AAGASSIZ PRODUCE
SENIORS’ DAY: Wednesdays, 10% off regular priced produce & grocery items
OPEN: Mon thru Sat 9am to 6pm
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AWARDS
Thank you for nominating us in the following categories: EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE - BUSINESS, PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD, & EXCELLENCE IN RETAIL
Business Excellence AWARDS
Thank you for nominating us in the following categories: EXCELLENCE IN AGRICULTURE
Experience our unique destination herb & specialty food farm. Thursday to Saturday 11am - 5pm 5493 Limbert Road, Agassiz (604) 796-2619 www.limbertmountainfarm.com
Sunday from 12 - 5 pm
Winner of: Non-Profit of the Year
Winner of: Excellence in Agriculture
The Board of Directors, Staff and Volunteers of Agassiz-Harrison Community Services are proud to have been able to assist you for the last 35 years. Thank you for this Award of Excellence.
Thank you for this honour.. we love what we do! NOW OPEN - Join us for our Spring Celebration Saturday, March 26th
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Proud Sponsor of: Excellence in Agriculture
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people’s choice award
Agassiz Library
Presenter Amber Major with People’s Choice Award winners, Nicole Gentworth and Jackie Macleod, representing Agassiz Library.
Branching out into community People just love the local library. That much was made clear by the overwhelming support shown by the community, through the 2011 Business Excellence Awards. “This comes from the public,” Terrill Scott, branch supervisor, says. While she’s one of the Agassiz Library’s most loyal fans — even writing a monthly column for this newspaper, reaching out to the community — she was pleasantly surprised that residents are devoted, too. “I think they would have voted because of their experiences with the library,” she says. “They come through the door, they get help, they get services — direct customer service.” The library, a branch of the Fraser Valley Regional Library system, is also an active participant in the community. From Scott’s handiwork at the infamous goat milking competitions at the Agassiz Fall Fair, to family storytimes, the Quiz Nights, and sponsoring events such as the Volunteer Recognition Awards, the library and its staff are definitely out and about, and serving the community. “The Quiz Night has become a fabulous thing,” she says. “It’s now on the map as a social event.” Best of all, the library is a great way to connect with another world — the literary one. Some people may not realize that the Agassiz library is connected to all of FVRL’s branches, with audio books, magazines, DVDs, CDs and even online services. That means getting your hands on your favourite author’s newest release is as easy as a quick walk. “You don’t have to leave town,” Scott says. “You don’t have to spend a fortune and that makes a difference. I love the things I don’t have to drive across the bridge for.” To find out more about the library, its catalogue, and its many programs and events, visit them online at www.fvrl.bc.ca.
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Wild Bill Henke entertained the audience while auctioning off a framed print of Trevor Linden.
Comedian Christopher Molineux kept the crowd laughing after dinner.
AGASSIZ BOTTLE DEPOT 100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs www.harrisonresort.com | 604.796.2244
Winner of: Excellence in Tourism As a proud sponsor & venue host of the Business Excellence Awards we are also honoured this year to be nominated for the Excellence in Tourism award. We strive to accomplish this daily which makes it all the more rewarding when appreciated by our clients & peers.
Spring hours 9:00 to 6:00 Monday to Saturday, March 1 to Sept. 30
Six Days a Week
Winner of: Green Excellence Award We are honoured to accept this award.
Holly Tree
Open 7 d days a week from 10:30 - 5:00
Located at the Beach across from the lagoon.
328 Esplanade Harrison Hot Springs
604.491.2010 Winner of: Excellence in Retail Thank you to all our customers. We are thrilled that we have received this award.
Florist & Gifts 7220 Pioneer Ave., Agassiz, BC 604.796.2596
Winner of: Excellence in Service - Business Thank you for recognizing our service standards that we work very hard at achieving each day. We appreciate your loyalty and patronage, as it is you the customer who motivates our actions and you are the best.
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chamber’s choice award
Hub Barton Insurance
Barb Janzen of Hub Barton Insurance with award presenter and Chamber president Robert Reyerse.
One-stop shopping at Hub By now, most locals know that Hub Barton Insurance can handle insurance needs with ease. But did you know that you can also renew your driver’s license there? Get your driver’s abstract? Change your legal name? And did you know, you can do all of that even on a Saturday? “Something that a lot of people don’t know is that we can renew driver’s licenses,” says Barb Janzen. “We’ve always done that.” Hub International Limited is a leading North American insurance brokerage that provides a broad array of property and casualty, life and health, employee benefits, reinsurance, investment and risk management products and services throughout offices located in the United States and Canada. Janzen says in Canada, the company is primarily focused on rural communities. And they’re also encouraged to be active corporate citizens. In Agassiz, many of the 11 employees are involved in numerous activities, including Adopt-A-Road and the Agassiz Fall Fair. “A number of us also do one night at the Olive Branch,” a community service that helps feed those in need. The insurance office has been in Agassiz for at least 50 years, operating previously as Kent Agencies. You can find them at 7072 Pioneer Ave., open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, phone 604-796-2232.
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excellence in retail
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Frank Peters with presenter Marcel van de Pol from Silver Leaf Gifts and More.
A passion for chocolate Every business owner wants to see their customers smiling. And what better way to make them smile than by serving them chocolates on a platter? That’s how most are greeted when they walk through the doors of the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory in Harrison Hot Springs. Frank Peters has owned the franchise for almost two years, since selling his previous business next door, Muddy Waters and Baskin Robbins. Since he was looking for a slower pace, he felt joining the growing RMCF franchise was a good fit. “My passion, other than coffee, is chocolate,” he says. Thankfully, chocolate is a passion shared by many. And when a fellow cocoa lover walks through the door, Peters knows he and wife Marcy made the right business decision. “This is fun because when people come to Harrison, they aren’t in a rush,” he says. “When they walk in they ‘ooh’ or they giggle. It’s fun, and it perks people up.” Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory stays open throughout the year, to catch the many holidays that fall in the winter season, from Halloween and Christmas, to Valentine’s and Easter. And when you’re open year round in Harrison, good local customer support is the key to survival. “We’ve had very good, loyal, local customer support,” he says. “You do have to have good chocolate, and we do. But the most important thing is service, give them the service they deserve, and they’ll recognize that.” Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory can be found on Esplanade in Harrison Hot Springs across from the lake.
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harrison council choice award
BC Sportfishing Group - Eco Tours
Tony Nootebos with Harrison Mayor Ken Becotte.
Guides reel in river tourism BC Sport Fishing Group Ltd. is the parent company of Harrison Bay Guided Services, Fred’s Fishing Adventures, BC Fly Fisher Guiding Company, and Kodiak Fishing Adventures. It was established 26 years ago and has grown from a one person operator base to a large guiding company that has 22 part and full-time fishing guides. Fred Helmer was the founder of Fred’s Fishing Adventures and throughout the years, Fred has been a leader in developing the guided sport fishing industry in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley. In 2002 Fred partnered up with one of our own, Tony Nootebos of Harrison Bay Guided Services and together they have grown and restructured the company to form BC Sport Fishing Group Ltd. The BC Sport Fishing Group office is located inside the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa, on the shores of Harrison Lake. This resort holiday destination offers world class salmon, steelhead, trout, and sturgeon fishing charters right from the adventure park marina located directly in front of the Resort. British Columbia’s Fraser Valley is a sport fisher’s paradise. The beautiful surroundings, endless rivers, streams and lakes along with the prolific wildlife, friendly people and great accommodation options attract anglers from around the globe every year. Being conveniently located in the middle of the valley, there are several rivers that are very productive and popular due to the tremendous returns of wild salmon, steelhead trout, and even the prehistoric white sturgeon. www.bcsportfishinggroup.com
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Presenter Michelle Mailhot and Darcy Striker (Councillor for District of Kent) accepting on behalf of the Agassiz Bottle Depot.
A green & clean business Agassiz Bottle Depot has been a place for locals to go in Agassiz, for dropping off their recyclable bottles, cans, even electronic equipment. Many of us know it as the cleanest, most friendly recycling spot around and that is all due to the Choes. It is always immaculate to the point that you almost feel badly when you spot a bottle in your own returnables that is not quite a rinsed out as you thought.. for shame! All their hard work and good service has come to fruition now with having recently been honoured with the Green Excellence Award, sponsored by Subway - Agassiz. While the bottle depot is privately run, Alex and Sofia Choe sell all of their bottles to Encorp. In July of 2008, they started collecting e-waste which is another way to reuse parts of outdated electronic equipment such as desktop and notebook computers, computer monitors, printers, fax machines and televisions to name a few. Agassiz Bottle Depot’s commitment to keeping green is that any containers or electronics going to Encorp will be processed, recycled, kept out of landfills and most importantly, not exported to developing nations to be dumped in their countries. The Choes are not just thinking green locally but globally.
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Sandy Lance with presenters Mel Dunster and Erin Goosen from Tourism Harrison.
Floral inspiration at Holly Tree There are a million reasons to walk into a florist’s shop. There are birthdays, weddings and funerals, and even simple ‘I love you’ bouquets, that all can brighten someone’s day. Then there are the flowers themselves — the roses, the tulips, the daisies and baby’s breath. And don’t forget the stargazer lilies, irises and aster. But the number one reason to walk into Holly Tree Florist and Gifts is for the customer service. Owner Sandy Lance delivers it well, and in spades. Whether a customer wants to come into her Pioneer Avenue shop, or search her thorough website for floral inspiration, Lance can provide the kind of knowledge needed for the situation. And it’s no secret that she’s a whiz at putting together bridal flower packages. Her website is filled with testimonials and photos from local weddings. And while she’d like to see more local brides coming through her door, she says she’s happy to be helping those who are using Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs as a destination wedding site. Lance helps each bride comb through the many possibilities they can choose from — and there are so many choices out there. “I’m pretty thorough,” she says. Through emails and hard copy folders, Lance is able to help brides bring their dreams to reality. But not all brides come with a full idea of what they want, and she can help with that, too. “A lot of it just having confidence in your florist,” she says. For more information, visit her online at www.agassizhollytree.com or phone her at 604-796-2596.
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Writing cookbooks is a lot of hard work, especially if the precise amounts of ingredients are given. Many writers do not do this anymore, they would rather write about the people and the places the various dishes come from. They would rather inspire than teach. Sue Style is such a writer. Though born in Yorkshire, England as a chef, she divided her time between her homeland and such culinary hot spots as Switzerland and Alsace. Thus her books became a labour of love. When I read them, I become
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More answers needed for manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death Dear Editor, The tragic death of Dallas Hardy, a 19 year old young man, at Rimex ten days ago brought up a wide range of emotions for me. The Ă&#x20AC;rst one, obviously, is one of great sadness for Dallasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; parents, relatives, co-workers and friends. In a small community like ours, we all get to be affected somehow by such a sudden and tragic accident. Then, there is incomprehension. I kept wondering how his death happened, and if this fatal accident could have been avoided. At the same time, I am also angry at Rimex. Finally, disappointment grew more and more as I read the story in the news. It seems after reading the Agassiz-Harrison Observer that the accident is no big deal. In that regard, I see the coverage of the story in our local paper pathetic and disrespectful. On average, there are 2 fatal workplace accidents in BC per year amongst workers aged 15 to 19 years. That data alone should have triggered some thorough journalist investigation into the deadly accident at Rimex. Instead, the news is put on page 5 of the newspaper. It is
difĂ&#x20AC;cult to understand how the AgassizHarrison Observer chose to bury the story so far down in the paper. Although, I would love a water park in Agassiz, I felt that it was not appropriate to make it the weekly front page given the traumatic event at Rimex. Also, there were so many questions to ask. I was also irritated by the lack of content of the article. I found it to be without much substance. It gave me the impression that I was reading no more than a press release from WCB and one from Rimex. As an example to illustrate my discontent, Jessica Peters wrote that WCB is investigating the accident. We knew that, we did not learn anything new here. WCB is legally mandated to conduct an investigation every time there is a fatality. The article is, with all due respect, so meaningless that it does not even report on the circumstances of the accident. If the family wanted to keep the matter private I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any issue with this, but, I would have thought that the article would have said so if that was the case. It is the best kept
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secret in town on how this accident occurred. We are such a knittight community that we all quickly learned of the tragic accident. Although, we all hear things â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;through the grapevineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, is it again unreasonable to expect our local journalist to investigate and report? It is not good enough for the company and the newspaper to mention that WCB is investigating. The death of a young man in a workplace is unacceptable and clearly not a normal occurrence. As such, I would have expected the Agassiz-Harrison Observer to question how did the accident occur but most, importantly, could it have been preventable? I am left with a sour taste and the impression that the journalism practiced at the Agassiz-Harrison Observer is one of complaisance. For instance, the article said that Rimex workers had the opportunity to talk to a grief counselor, made available by Rimex. However, one would have expected Ms. Peters to question the company, and perhaps ask them what they are doing for the family who lost their son so abruptly and unjustly.
Another good question the journalist should have asked is whether or not WCB interviewed Dallasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; co-workers. The article reports that WCB was at Rimex on Friday while the workers were given the day off. This raises suspicions. One could wonder if managers could be attempted to only share partial information with WCB in order to protect the company. That would have been an excellent question to ask. It is certainly what my neighbors and I wonder. If it was my child that died in similar circumstances, I would be outraged by the lack of concern and interest from our local newspaper. I would conclude
by saying two things. Again, I want to offer my deepest and most sincere condolences to the family. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t imagine the courage and force needed in such circumstances while a child is taken away so brutally and without warning. Secondly, April 28 is the National Day of Mourning (Workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Memorial Day). There are activities held at various workplaces in Agassiz. However, this year, we should all unite and gather together in memory of Dallas Hardy. No more workplace fatalities in Agassiz, no more avoidable deaths of our youth, no more killing. Corinne Blanchette Agassiz
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- Available to start May 2, 2011 and continue for 18 wks. - Work 18 hrs./ wk. @ $18/hr.; ďŹ&#x201A;exible work schedule - Must have experience working with children - Experience in program development preferred - Knowledge of and experience with grief and bereavement issues involving children - Excellent leadership and organizational skills - Comfortable with public speaking - Computer skills - Reliable vehicle for travel If you would like a copy of the Job Description, please send an email: hospice5@telus.net Subject: Camp Skylark Job Description If you are interested in applying for this position, send an email attaching your resume to the above email address or to: Camp Skylark Pat Besse, Hospice Personnel Committee Fraser Canyon Hospice Society 1275 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7th Ave. Hope BC V0X 1L4 Fax: (604) 869-9059 Closing date: March 25, 2011 **Applicants not contacted within 3 weeks from the closing date are thanked for their interest.Shortlisted applicants will be contacted and will need to provide 4 references for their interview. A criminal record check is required for this position.
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Outside Sales Representative for ACR GROUP-Western Canada’s leader in Rubber & Urethane Mfg. See website for details: www.acrgroup.ca/people SALESPERSON required for Langley Company. Blueprint reading & experience in overhead door sales would be an asset. Fax resume to: 604-888-8828.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
CUMMINS ISX ENGINE MECHANIC wanted for Langley Fleet Shop. P/T, F/T or weekend work. Fax resume to: 604-513-8004 or email: tridem@telus.net
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC F/T position available for heavy duty mechanic to maintain fleet of street sweepers. Hydraulic and welding experience preferred. Must have valid drivers license and own tools. Please email resume to: jobs@atlasg.net or fax to 604-294-5988.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160
PERSONAL SERVICES
TRADES, TECHNICAL
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ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER wanted to join our growing team with a local Vancouver Island progressive company. We are in the BC Industrial Power sector and are seeking the following: - Appropriate trade education in electrical engineering and/or construction - Min of 5 yrs exp electrical industrial power construction environment. Min 5 yrs proven first principles estimating exp. - High level of proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project and MS Word. Please submit resume & refs khorstmann@fminstallations.ca
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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JOURNEYMAN MAZAK CNC MACHINIST
Call 604-328-6409
Live, Work and Play in the Sunny Shuswap. Mazak exp. is an asset ( Mills and Lathes).
Origin Home Financial Partners Matt Sadler - www.mattsadler.ca
Competitive Wages & Full Benefits Package.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Fax: (1) 250-832-8950 Apply on-line at: www.accessprecision.com SHOP FOREMAN/Lead hand required for heavy-duty truck and trailer repair shop. Journeyman and CVIP experience preferred. Send resume to 780-452-3499 or service@northwestspring.com
SHOWER DOOR INSTALLERS BC’s Leading Glass & Shower Door Company Rahul Glass Ltd. is looking for experienced FullTime Shower Door, Mirror and Shelves installers, Wood Closet Organizer Installers and Glass Cutters. Positions available in the Lower Mainland area. Very exciting packages will be offered according to previous experience. Contact 604-710-1581. Candidates can also fax their resume at 604-592-2690.
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HEALTH PRODUCTS
ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE Talking Meter and diabetic supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking! Call 888449-1321
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COMPUTER SERVICES
Computer Services (604)491-3354 or (604)997-0554
A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs
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3 rooms for $269, 2 coats
PAINT SPECIAL
ELECTRICAL
J.H. ELECTRICAL. Licence #7474. New installations, repairs, service. No job too small. Jim 604-798-5742 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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A HELPFUL HANDYMAN Ltd. 778-808-7442. What can we do for you? Bonded and Insured! www.ahelpfulhandyman.com
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LANDSCAPING
ED’S LAWN & Garden Care Residential,Commercial & Strata maintenance Licensed Professional, Fully insured, Landscape Pesticide Certification, WorksafeBC covered. Quality commercial equipment to achieve the best results. Visit our website at www.edslawnandgardencare.com 604-796-1213 or 604845-5982 knoke trucking
EDUCATION/TUTORING
NEED A LOAN - BAD CREDIT? Has your credit prevented you from getting a loan? Buying a home or having your own business? We can help you get up to 1 million business or mortgage loan and up to 200K personal loan with interest rates starting at 2.9% APR. Bad credit ok. Apply now at: www.ontariolend.com or call 1-877-500-4030
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
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PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 ASAP PLUMBING & HEATING. Local cert. service plumber. H/w tanks, boilers, gas, plug drains. Fair rates. Mem.of BBB. 604-220-9228
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
SAVE ON ROOFING New Roofs, Re-Roof, Repairs. Free Est. Refs. * WCB * Fully Insured.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member $500 LOAN, NO CREDIT REFUSED. Fast, Easy and Secure. 1877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca 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 If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
(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 MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
HANDYPERSONS
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
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MISC SERVICES
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HEALTH PRODUCTS
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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PETS
AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS (2). Neutered. Brothers. Prefer to keep together & to large property. Free to good home. Christine (604)8501735 or t7473577@telus.net BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, males $500. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518
BUILDING SUPPLIES
CEDAR FENCE BOARDS, buy direct from mill & save. Full sawn or custom cut. 604-860-9515 SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. Build anything from furniture to homes. IN STOCK ready to ship. From $4190.00. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-661-7747 Ext:400OT.
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FARM EQUIPMENT
WANTED: used potato/carrot washer for market garden. Smaller model. 250-395-4042 Boston Terrier pups, 4 M, 2 F, vet checked, 1st shots, dewrmd, ready Mar. 18. $1,000. Call 604-868-0446 Burmese Mtn dog pup, 10wk, male, CKC reg., p/b, exc Euro lines. $1200. (604)819-3402. No sun calls CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CKC Reg. soft coated Wheaten terrier pups, hypo-allergenic. Guarntd. Vet ✓ $1200. 604-533-8992 DOBERMAN PUPPIES, M/F $650/ea. 1st shots, dewormed. Ready to go. 778-893-0255 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 1 male & 2 female. $800. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. HAVI-POO puppy. Male, cream color, 10 mo. old. Needs a good home. $400. Call 604-504-3082 LAB, PUPS pure bred, no papers. Family raised, vet chk, dewormed. Ready to go $350 (604)793-3307 MALTESE PUP: 1 female, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed, paper trained, $800 firm. 604-464-5077. MIN PIN puppy. Purebred. 1 female. $500. 1st shots. Born Nov 29. Brown & black. ( 604)467-0505 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 NEWFOUNDLANDER pup, P/B. Ready in Apr. $1,200 (604)8191466 No Sun calls PITBULL Terriers, Purebred looking for great homes. Asking $500. For more info. Andrew (604) 798-1616 POM POO, black & tan, 2 yr. old male. Needs fenced yard & loving adults. $275 obo 778-988-6591 PUGS, fawn, 3 male, 2 females. family raised, vet chk’d, shots. $550. (604)799-1611 Agassiz
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FURNITURE
BRAND NEW QUEEN SIZE PILLOW TOP MATTRESS SETS
560
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com WEDDING DRESS!!! STUNNING JADE DANIELS wedding gown from the 2010 collection. Purchased in April from Ivory Bridal in Langley The colour is ivory with a sweetheart top, is fitted to the waist, then flows away from the body. A bustle was added to the dress so the train can be buttoned up during the reception. It is a size 8 (fits a little small). Cost was $1400 plus $100 for the alterations, will sell for $875. Contact 604-768-9109 to see photos or jen_toor@hotmail.com
SOUND/DVD/TV
DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call Phone Factory Today! 1-877-3362274. www.phonefactory.ca
REAL ESTATE 603
ACREAGE
Own 20 AcresOnly $129/mo. $13,900. Near Growing El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Low down, no credit checks, owner financing. Free Map/Pictures. 866254-7755 www.sunsetranches.com
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ANTIQUES & VINTAGE
STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width & length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $7995.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800668-5422. STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about FREE DELIVERY! CALL FOR QUICK SALE QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
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GUN & ANTIQUE SHOW Sat. Mar 12; 9-5pm Sun. Mar. 13; 9-3pm Heritage Park, (off hwy 1) 44140 Luckakuck Way, CHILLIWACK. Admission, $5. Info/table rentals 604-880-4706 or www.HACSbc.ca We support the Canadian Cancer “Kids Camp” and CKNW Orphans Fund.
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AUCTIONS
RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT AUCTION - Sat., March 19, 11am. 455 - 2306 Hwy 6 Vernon. As new, only 8 months old. For complete list view photos at doddsauction.com 250-545-3259
INVENTORY CLEARANCE! New Quality Prefab Home Packages 50% OFF! 1030sf, Sacrifice only $13,975!! Originally $27,950 (other sizes) Factory Direct! Hundreds shipped! Spring/Summer delivery. 1-800-871-7089.
SPRING TIME HANDYMAN project for summer fun. 10’ camper needs TLC. $500. (778)344-7782
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AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288
WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. 877-976-3737 or 250814-3788 www.hbmodular.com
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MORTGAGES
HOMES FOR RENT
FOR SALE BY OWNER
BEAUTIFUL 2003 Doublewide Mobile Home 1500 sq ft. 3br, 2 full bath Mobile in Langley and must be moved off property. Asking $119,000. Pics available. Please email to starfi77@yahoo.ca
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HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOUSES
Older Home? Damaged Home? Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH! Call Us First! 604.657.9422
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LOTS
ARIZONA LAND LIQUIDATION Starting $99/mo., 1 & 2 1/2-Acre ranch lots 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport NO CREDIT CHECK. Guaranteed Financing, Money Back Guarantee. 1-800-631-8164 Code 4001 www.sunsiteslandrush.com
RECREATIONAL/SALE
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ABBOTSFORD: 3 Bdrm family home in quiet Woodstock/Orchard area. Recently reno’d in/out, 6 appls. Exceptional family area close to schools and rec facilities, N/S, N/P. $1500/mo. 604-856-2555.
WANTED TO RENT
Ag/Har -Wanted to Rent 1 BDRM, cabin/cottage for quiet responsible senior. Must be n/smoking unit. May 1st. Please call (604)997-0281
TRANSPORTATION 810
838
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2000 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Laredo 4L, good cond, New tires, New radiator, Aircare for 2 years asking $5000 (604)826-6256 Bill 2006 LAND ROVER LR3 SE, dark blue, 40K MLS/64K KMS, no accid, lady driven, new tires, batt & brakes, immaculate @ $27,900. 604-943-0210.
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660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
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OTHER AREAS
BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg. (800) 631-8164 code 4057 www.sunsiteslandrush.com OWN 20 ACRES Only $129/mo. ..$295/down near El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks, Owner Financing, Free map/pictures 1-800-343-9444 www.20acreranches.com REGISTER NOW Saskatoon 55Plus Active Adult Large Ground Level Townhomes www.diamondplace.ca
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
AGASSIZ- 1bdrm apartment close to downtown. Available now. Util incl. $550/m. Call 604-796-2939 AGASSIZ 2 bdrm gr flr corner unit in Woodside Terrace, clean, quite, well mngd bldg. Ref’s req’d. Immed. $750 + utils & D.D. (604)588-6665
Available Rentals 1 bedroom fully reno’d apartment in Woodside Terrace with view of Mt. Cheam. 2 appliances, laminate flooring, separate storage and 1 parking space. $600/mth + utilities.
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Auto Loans and Vehicles delivered to your door. Free Delivery BC/AB Best rates apply with us first. Always Approved Largest dealer group Apply online autocredit911.com or toll free 1-888-635-9911 INSTANT AUTO CREDIT Buying a used car is hard enough without having to worry about financing! Get APPROVED for your car loan in minutes: www.NanaimoCars.com
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1990 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, 165K, Air Cared. Very clean. Loaded. $2495 obo 604-589-5950 1994 FORD TAURAS, 4 dr., auto., Air Cared, runs very good. Asking $650. 604-504-0932 1998 BUICK LASABRE V6, new tires & brakes. Supreme cond. Low km. Private. $5700. 604-593-5072 1998 FORD ESCORT station wagon, auto, white, a/c, good cond, cracked windshield, $1500 obo. Linda (604)796-0577, (Agassiz). 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, only 84K, clean, auto, Air Cared, $6500 obo. 604-589-5950
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
HARRISON, Laguna Beach Condo 2 bdrm, 2 bath, in-suite laundry, secure u/grnd prkg, ns,np, balcony w/lake view, $1000.00/month call 604 864-7222 HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated,$550/month includes utilities. Call 604-794-7132
1990 TOYOTA TERCEL, 142K, no rust, AirCared til April, runs great, nice & clean, $1450. (604)751-0698 1997 VW GOLF 5 spd, anti theft, heated seats, a/c, power roof, white 240K $2995 1(604)826-2864 2001 ACURA EL 1.7, 4 dr. sedan, exc. cond. fully loaded w/all options, local, well maint, regular service, no acc. $6500. 604-807-9145. 2003 HONDA CIVIC SI, blue, new tires & brakes, complete fluid change,145K,$7000 (604)820-6827 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. Red,V6, 5spd, man. trans, black leather, sunroof, new stereo. Approx 150, 000km. Winter & high profile tires incld. $7000 OBO Call 604-7929694 or 604-819-8501 2005 HONDA Civic Special Edition. 4 door, 4 cyl., auto, runs great, low kms. All records. $8300. Must sell. 604-308-4594 or 604-852-4749 2006 HONDA CIVIC 2 door, 5 spd manual, 80K, red, $6000 firm. Call: 604-538-9257. 2009 TOYOTA MATRIX 4/dr auto p/w, p/l, AC, cd player, 88K, silver. $9800. Call 604-825-9477. 2010 TOYOTA Matrix, loaded, only 33,500 km. No accidents. Wholesale $14,800 (604)793-5520 DL5961
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
1992 Ford F150, 6cyl, 3.9L motor, new clutch, 4 new tires, radio/cd, $3000 obo. (604)824-9036
EMIL ANDERSON MAINTENANCE CO. LTD.
Notice of Public Tender Extension to Closing Date Contract EAM-078
AUTO FINANCING
MISC. FOR SALE
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 1-866-981-5991.
TRANSPORTATION
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
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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.
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RENTALS
• Leftover from Hotel Order • 800 Coil 3’’ Pillowtop • Original Plastic • Only 14 left • 10 year warranty Retail $1,499! Liquidation $560 incls. tax. Call: 604.807.5864
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
TRUCKS & VANS
1988 Chevy Cheyenne 1500 p/u, runs well, body good shape, new rad., $1000. Call 604-858-7609 1993 FORD F350, crew cab, white RWD, good condition. $1895 obo. Phone 604-854-5160. 1995 PROWLER 5TH WHEEL 25.ft, slide out, fully contained, with shed, large deck and holding tank at Lakeview RV site at Nicola Lake in Merrit BC $10,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill 1998 Chev 3500 Express van, 266,107k, 4 buckets, running boards, rubber mat, side barn doors, trailer brakes, hitch, manual boat loader. $6500 obo. 793-3014 1999 TOYOTA SIENNA CE. 7 pass van, 225K, tow pkg, cruise, ps/pb/pl Loaded! $5000. 604-556-9996. 2002 FORD F150 Lariat - 4x4, exc. cond. leather, new tires, local, 160K no accid., $8995obo / 778.861.8355 2004 FORD F150 XLT 4.6 Extend. cab, Low 73,500 KM. Exc. Cond, Warranty left, tonneau lid 7 mat. Also 23’ RV trailer (604)796-0172 Or (604)316-3742 2005 CHEVY UPLANDER LS - Ext. V-6, Air, tilt, cruise, pw, pdl, c/d & more. Mint. $5950. (604)556-4242 2006 FORD F250 super duty diesel, excellent cond, new tires, new brakes, tow pkg. Asking $20,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill 2008 FORD F150, pick up, 4x4, auto., V8, king cab. 26,000km. Gray. $13,000 firm. 604-538-4883
KEY TRACK AUTO SALES 2007 HONDA CIVIC 4dr sedan auto fully loaded st#51 $12,500 2006 FORD F350 crew cab xlt 4x4 auto diesel st#40 $17,900 2006 FORD F350 quad cab xlt 4x4 auto diesel st#25 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 quad cab xlt 4x4 auto diesel st#17 $17,900 2006 CHEVY UPLANDER van 7 pass auto st#1 $7,900 2006 DODGE CARAVAN 7 pass loaded st#57 $8,500 2006 HONDA CIVIC 4dr SDN auto fully loaded st#53 $11,900 2006 NISSAN Altima 4dr auto leather loaded st#55 $10,900 2006 CHEVY AVEO 4dr h/back 5 spd st#12 $3,995 2006 CHEVY OPTRA 4dr hatch back auto st#21 $6,900 2005 FORD F250 c/cab lariat 4x4 auto diesel st#58 $15,900 2005 DODGE 3500 crew cab auto 5.9 diesel st#48 $14,900 2005 CHEVY 1500 reg cab long box auto st#60 $5,900 2005 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr auto sedan fully loaded st#15 $5,900 2005 DODGE DAKOTA Ext cab auto 67km st#62 $8,900 2001 FORD c/cab Lariat auto dully 7.3 diesel st#42 $18,900 2001 FORD F350 c/cab Lariat 4x4 auto short box diesel 7.3 st#46 $14,900 1999 TOYOTA TERCEL 4dr auto sedan Aircare st#65 $2,900 1999 FORD F350 crew cab XLT 4X4 auto diesel st#68 $7,900
33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038
604-855-0666
www.keytrackautosales.com
Work: Landscaping Maintenance at Highway #1 of Hope Interchange, Hunter Creek Rest Area, Lake of the Woods Rest Area, Gardner Motors and Bolleman’s Creek and at Highway #7 of Johnson Slough Rest Area. Note: Contract to begin March 15, 2011. Tendering at this time is to enable proper viewing of the landscape areas. Closing: Closing for this contract has been extended to March 25, 2011, an Addendum to this contract will be available. For further information contact – Bob Hacking Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 604-794-7414 ext 102 Tender documents, including invitation to Tender, can be obtained on or after February 16, 2011 from the following address, upon payment of $20.00 per set (HST included), which is non-refundable.
Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 51160 Sache Street, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0
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EMIL ANDERSON MAINTENANCE CO. LTD.
Notice of Public Tender Extension to Closing Date Contract EAM-077 Work: Landscaping Maintenance of Bradner and Cole Rd. Rest Areas, Clearbrook and McCallum Interchanges. Note: Contract to begin March 15, 2011. Tendering at this time is to enable proper viewing of the landscape areas. Closing: Closing for this contract has been extended to March 25, 2011, an Addendum to this contract will be available. For further information contact – Bob Hacking Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 604-794-7414 ext 102 Tender documents, including invitation to Tender, can be obtained on or after February 16, 2011 from the following address, upon payment of $20.00 per set (HST included), which is non-refundable.
Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 51160 Sache Street, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0
3-11F_EAM4
AUTO SPECIAL w! Sell it No for only
Reach 192,000 Households
1000
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plus tax
Includes one week in the Abbotsford News, Agassiz Observer, Chilliwack Progress, Hope Standard, Mission City Record, Abbotsford Daily, and the Chilliwack Daily.
Includes:
TRUCKS, CARS, BOATS, TRAILERS, RV’S, VANS 3 lines in all listed publications for one week only $10 + tax. Includes a listing on bcclassified.com (private party ads only)
– or pay $25 + tax for one week – in all Lower Mainland publications 1.5 million households
604-575-5555
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Meet the Pros March
2011
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
Rick’s Computer Repair A+ Certified since 1982 Serving Agassiz Since 1997 Trojans, Viruses and Spyware Removed Saving your data & pics come first! Let’s Get You Back Online Today! Same Day Service on all Dropoffs! Open 8am to 6pm from Mon. to Sat. 6438 Lougheed Hwy. 604-796-0538
TELSTAR WINDOW SERVICE LTD.
DRISCOLL
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H E AT I N G & G A S
Glass & Window Replacement Installation of Custom Made: • Window Screens • Patio Screen Doors • Storm Doors • Retractable Door Screens 7663 Industrial Way, Agassiz, BC 604-796-2025
• Furnaces • Boilers • Water Heaters • Patio Heaters • Sheet Metal Installations • Pool Heaters • Plumbing
Licensed Bonded Insured
Call Marilyn @ 604.796.0960 3770 Wildwood Dr. Agassiz
R.C.E. APPLIANCE REPAIR
24 HOUR LICENSED SERVICE PLUMBING SERVICES
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• Houses • Patios
the comfort of clean the ease of organized
• Heavy Equipment
For FREE estimate call Phil
604-796-2705
Ser ving the Upper Fraser Valley
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Hot & Cold Pressure Washing & Interior/Exterior Painting Residential • Commercial • Agricultural
For all your Service, Repair & Installation Needs “One call does it all”
P: 604-796-0770
Baboth Bobcat & Backhoe Service
• Siding • Concrete • Gutters
Professional Groomer Drop in nail trim All breeds welcome Relaxing, friendly service
KENT PLUMBING & HEATING LTD.
Mark Baboth
604-796-0189 • 604-703-3319(cell)
604-796-2486
POWER WASHING PAINTING
BOBCAT SERVICES
604-796-2834 Service to all makes of washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers & refrigerators
For your
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