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"The little hills set me back a bit," he said. "But I run to keep in shape, and Joe Poulton, 83, has never missed keep fit, and for the challenge." a Terry Fox Run, and a little rain on This year's run saw a spike in Sunday morning certainly didn't stop participation, said organizer Eileen him from running again this year.

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"I've been running since they started Normally, about 20 people come out the run," he said, briefly after completing for the annual event. This year, about the 5 km course in Hope 40 people ran or walked this weekend. the course.

It's Fox's In total, the Hope “Terry Fox is my determination while Terry Fox Run raised fighting cancer that hero and if he could just over $1,200, inspires him to lace up Shepherd said do it, I can do it” each year.

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Tasha Enns "I do it to contribute, New to the race was but first of all, he was six-year-old Katerina an amazing person," Fisher, who ran the first Poulton said. "He went 25 miles a day half of the race with her mom Tasha and that's unbelievable. I think even Enns and the second half with her more people should come out and grandmother, Judy Enns. support this."

Katerina said she recently watched He came in from Sunshine Valley to the movie about Terry Fox, and was take part in this year's run. inspired to run this year.

But running is nothing new to But it's likely she was also inspired Poulton, who can be found running by her mother, who has never missed most days. a run.

"I try to run six days a week," he says, "I run every year in Hope," Enns said, mostly on flat ground. who had also run an unrelated 10km The hilly course mapped out from the race the day prior. "Terry Fox is my Hope Recreation Centre to Kawkawa hero and if he could do it, I can do it."

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Doctor following Terry Fox’s footsteps NORTH SHORE OUTLOOK

For many of us, Terry Fox’s name is synonymous with great running feats.

Before he died of cancer in 1981, Fox made himself a legend by taking on the challenge of running across country to raise awareness and money for cancer research. He covered 5,373 kilometres in 143 days on the road.

Now meet Dr. Riley Senft, who is in the midst of attempting that same unimaginable task — using two legs to conquer Canada and cancer. “Terry Fox was an incredible person. He essentially said, ‘What is the hardest thing for me to do? Run? Okay then I’ll run across Canada,’� Riley says in an email interview when he was resting in Wawa, Ontario, in preparation for his journey along Lake Superior ’s rugged shoreline. “Terry had one leg, he had cancer, and he didn’t have access to the GPS or social media or any of the other technology that has evolved since he ran that I have access to and yet he managed to

capture the heart of our nation and leave an incredible legacy.

I don’t have cancer, I have two legs, I have a bigger support vehicle, and I still find this a huge challenge.�

People run marathons all the time. And the 42.195 kilometres to cross the finish line is viewed as a huge test to how far the body and mind can be pushed. Riley is more than halfway through his run across Canada and is clocking roughly 60 kilometres a day, well over one marathon every 24 hours. His body is being beaten and the pavement gives no mercy. “I still have blisters all over my feet and I have given up on the idea that I’ll ever be blisterfree during this run. I’ve learned how to minimize them as much as possible but in the beginning I found myself in hospital in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, because of infected blisters that had me off my feet for two days. My legs have gotten used to the mileage but I had hamstring and calf issues in the beginning that I had to see physiologists for along the

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He’ll be stopping in Hope on Monday, October 3 in the late morning. “I’m doing this because I’m tired of prostate cancer having such a large impact in my life and I want to raise prostate cancer awareness so that men know when they should be getting checked and so that they don’t fear the digital rectal exam because it’s not a big deal at all. “My grandfather died of prostate cancer, my father currently has prostate cancer, a number of close family friends have prostate cancer, and odds are either myself or my brother will get prostate cancer. I hate prostate cancer and this is my way of going to war against it.�

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Streamkeepers focusing on Harrison beachfront Annual litter pickup needs volunteers Janne Perrin CONTRIBUTOR

It’s B.C. Rivers Day on Sunday, and this weekend, the Miami River Streamkeepers will once again host a Great Canadian Shoreline cleanup in Harrison Hot Springs. The public is invited to participate on Saturday, September 24.

Last year, 47027 Canadians cleaned 98,071 kilos of litter from 2,235 kilometres of shoreline. The top five 2010 litter items were cigarette butts (227,830), food wrappers (83,660), plastic bags (55,880), caps and lids (55,443) and disposable cutlery and dishes (28,755).

The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is a national program.

It is presented by Loblaw Companies Limited and is supported

by The Home Depot Canada Foundation and Molson Canadian Red Leaf Project as national The Miami River Streamkeepers are hosting clean-up event in Harrison Hot Springs on Saturday.

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his parole hearings since a disastrous appearance in 2003 when he was wrestled to the ground and handcuffed.

There are strict rules governing the behaviour of prisoners at hearings, and Oughton broke one of them when he stood up and turned towards the small gallery where five of his victims were seated.

It appeared that he was trying to make for the exit which would have brought him within feet of his victims.

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At the last minute, John Horace Oughton decided he didn't want a parole hearing.

The man known as the "paper bag rapist" cancelled on Monday, Sept. 19, the day before he was scheduled to appear at the hearing.

It isn't the first time he's had a last-minute change of mind.

At one previous Oughton parole hearing, victims and their representatives made the trip to the Mountain Institution in Agassiz, only to discover the hearing would not proceed minutes before the start time.

Oughton was declared a dan-

gerous offender in 1986, after he admitted to sexually assaulting more than 140 women and children during a 10-year rampage that included Burnaby, Langley and other Metro Vancouver communities.

Under Canadian law, a person declared a dangerous offender is jailed with no release date but is entitled to a review of parole eligibility every two years.

The 61-year-old former hot tub salesman was nicknamed the “paper bag rapist” for his habit of placing coverings over his face or the faces of his victims.

Two of them were 11-year-olds from Langley.

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Shoreline Cleanup, Saturday, September 24, from 10 a.m. to noon. No registration is required but participants sign a waiver on arrival. Meet at Spirit Square to help clean the beach from Rendall Park to the Hot Springs Source. Some gloves and bags are available but people are encouraged to bring their own. The Village of Harrison Hot Springs supplies tables, tents and large collection bags for the assembled garbage. Educational displays and refreshments will be on site.

The Miami River Streamkeepers are part of the Pacific Streamkeepers Federation, a non-profit society committed to supporting community groups involved in Streamkeeping activities. MRSk routinely monitor the Miami River shared greenway to remove invasive plants and litter New members are welcome. Call 604-796-9182 to join.

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The GCSC recently released a list of its most and least littered shorelines across Canada, based on results from the 2010 cleanup. Where are some of Canada’s cleanest and dirtiest shorelines?

Three shorelines in B.C. qualified amongst the five dirtiest.

Included are Kanaka Creek Regional Park in Maple Ridge, Tom Hopkins Ravine Park in Surrey and Brownsville Bar on the Fraser River. Harrison Hot Springs, thank goodness, did not make that list but it didn’t make the cleanest list either despite the efforts of many residents who routinely pick up garbage.

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Options for adult students Alt education free at Agassiz Centre for Education Jessica Peters

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There’s a lot of different reasons an adult would go back to school.

But there are also many perceived obstacles that keep people from returning to the classroom.

Agassiz Centre for Education’s administrator, Sandy Balascak, said that the most common question she hears from adults in the community is “how much is that course?”

The answer is always the same, she said. Free.

She’s hoping that message gets out to more adults in the community who may be tossing around the idea of getting their Grade 12, or even taking courses that could get them into post-secondary education.

There are courses like science and math, English and even First Nations studies.

“Every year, we encounter so many people who think they can not come to ACE or will have to pay large amounts for tuition,” she said.

There are other concerns she hears, too, including: “I graduated so I can’t go back to a public school.”

The Agassiz Centre for Education (ACE) is a ministry-funded public school, accepting both grads and non-grads.

“While some institutions will charge for upgrading, ACE is a public school and provides Minis-

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try funded courses, so there is no tuition,” Balascak said. “Adults can choose from a list of Adult Basic Education courses that include academics, computer studies, etc. As long as the residency requirements are met and the courses meet the Ministry standards, adults may qualify.”

Another common concern is finding time to attend classes, while juggling family responsibilities and working.

“We recognize that adults have busy lives and we can provide a flexible schedule,” Balascak said.

“We can provide direct instruction for those who need or want it, but can also accommodate doing much of the work at home. We individualize programs and schedules to meet the needs of the student.”

There are even online options for certain programs, she added.

Then there are those who feel they’ve gotten “too old” for education.

But ACE has students everywhere from 19 to 55, with most adults finding it easier than they thought.

And finally, there are people who studied outside of B.C., worried that their credits won’t transfer.

Most often, they will, Balascak said.

“You may be able to transfer some credits, and you can take the courses you need to make up the remainder of the credits,” she explained.

For more information on how to register, phone 604-796-9496 or email Balascak at ace@sd78.bc.ca.

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Bargain, but do it quietly

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Will you vote in the upcoming civic electioin?

Teachers’ contract bargaining should not be a spectator sport with zealots cheering on their combatants like teens at an after-school fist fight.

There are more adult ways to conduct negotiations than fear mongering, rabble rousing and putdowns.

With school now underway, both sides in the B.C. public school teachers dispute should loudly pronounce their intentions to bargain in good faith and then duck under the cover of silence until there’s something worthwhile to report — like a settlement.

The BC Teachers’ Federation and the BC Public School Employers’ Association have an opportunity to create a teachable moment for thousands of B.C. students by engaging in respectful negotiations.

No doubt there are extreme challenges facing both sides in this dispute because the teachers are expected to live within the same “zero net” deal accepted by other public sector unions.

With an arbitrator ruling that issues traditionally discussed at the provincial table should remain there, and class size and composition regulations left out of the discussion for now (the province has until next April to contemplate the implications of a Supreme Court ruling that struck down class size and composition regulations), both sides in the dispute have a very narrow range of concerns to deal with.

One option is for both sides to bear down on a few key non-monetary items to obtain a short-term deal or stall for a year or more until the way is clear for a possible return to bargaining of class size and composition, wages and benefits.

Complaints of unreasonable concessions or unrealistic demands are typical opening bargaining positions.

With these volleys out of the way, it’s time for some serious bargaining.

But, please, let’s do it quietly, and with the least disruption for students.

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B.C. imports American-style politics B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher The Americanization of Canadian and B.C. politics is gathering speed now that legislated four-year terms are finally settling in at the federal and provincial level.

Scheduled elections are an important reform, but the downside is that they seem to lead inexorably to constant campaigning. The latest example is the B.C. Liberal Party’s website and radio campaign directed at upstart B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins.

“Strange days indeed,” NDP leader Adrian Dix mused on his Facebook page. “The Liberals, after a week of nasty attacks on the NDP, launched an anti-John Cummins website. Absent a

policy agenda, the Liberals seem to want to blame others for their problems. This too will backfire as Ms. Clark is again misreading the public mood. People are demanding substance in politics these days, not photo ops and negative attacks.”

I see nothing strange in Dix rushing to the defence of Cummins, who represents the NDP’s best hope for a move into the legislature’s west wing. It is a bit odd for Dix to accuse others of lacking policy, as he leads a party that has been distinguished by little other than negative political tactics since its near-death experience in 2001.

This is almost as strange as the B.C. Liberals damning Cummins as a politician who “says one thing and does another.” Yeah, that can really come back to bite you.

There hasn’t been much of an anti-Dix effort yet, but you can be sure there is one sitting on

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the shelf, prepared for Clark’s recently-abandoned fall election plan. The “nasty attacks” Dix complained about were focused on his federal party’s sudden preference for Quebec seats in the House of Commons, and sniping about which Premier

“Absent a policy agenda, the Liberals seem to want to blame others for their problems” Clark hired more political staff – Christy or Glen?

And it was the NDP who started the negative cycle with their own TV ad, featuring “Campbell Crunch” and “Christy Crunch” cereals, both “loaded with HST.” (I can put to rest the ghastly

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rumour that the B.C. Liberal war room will soon unleash a gang of angry, unemployed HST stickmen.)

The U.S. tactic of going negative early, to define your rivals before they can define themselves, has worked spectacularly for Stephen Harper’s Conservatives. They scorched federal Liberal leaders Stéphane Dion and Michael Ignatieff, and public distaste for these methods does not seem to have hurt them.

The anti-Cummins campaign has a similar style, and there are indications that it may have been produced in Toronto.

The website, canttrustcummins.ca, uses a bug-eyed photo of the former fisherman-MP that makes him look like a ray gunwielding alien from the movie Mars Attacks.

In fact our whole political scene is starting to look like a rerun of a bad 1990s movie.

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Cummins defined himself as a Reform-Alliance-Conservative MP by railing against treaties, and that continues to be the core of his thin policy book. His other two main ideas are also pure rural populism. He vows to scrap the carbon tax and suggests that municipalities should cut their costs to fund transit.

Voters will have a better idea by the end of this week if Clark’s plan for “defending and creating jobs” is really new policy, or merely more photo ops.

B.C. has had its first taste of California-style tax revolt. Now we have two years ahead that will be dominated by relentlessly negative, continuous campaigning. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Mailbag

Good medical help on road to recovery Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

In the afternoon of Sunday Sept.

4, my husband, Gary who has always been strong, healthy and an avid walker, became severely disoriented after days of severe headaches and flu like symptoms.

At 5:30 p.m., we called 911 and within 15 minutes two paramedics arrived from Hope. They transported us to Chilliwack General Hospital where the Emergency Room staff performed some tests including a CT Scan. The CT Scan revealed two large pools of blood which had accumulated in the brain cavity, likely the result of a fall suffered two months earlier.

Realizing that Gary would require an evacuation of the subdural hematoma, they contacted a surgical team at the Royal Columbian hospital in New Westminster, who stood by, prepared to save Gary's life. Gary slipped into a coma as he was being rushed in for the surgery which took place immediately after his arrival at Royal Columbian.

An excellent surgical team led by Dr. Richard Chan were able to do the emergency repair work and by 3 a.m.

Gary had been moved to the intensive care unit where he spent four hours before being moved to a semi-private room. He was released from the Royal Columbian on Sept. 13 and is well on his way to a full and complete recovery.

He has begun going for short walks and is once more challenging the odd Sudoku puzzle.

We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to both paramedic teams for their quick and skilled response. All of the Chilliwack ER staff, Dr. Richard Chan and his top-notch surgical team, as well as the Royal Columbian ICU team and the excellent post-surgical nurses.

Words are inadequate to express our gratitude to our awesome God for hearing and answering our prayers and putting Gary on the road to recovery.

Thank you!

Laura Friesen Harrison Mills

Liberals' rhetoric 'deceitful'

I am tired of reading articles by journalists who, like the BC Liberals, use the defeat of the HST as a means to confuse and scare British Columbians.

Figures released by the BC Liberal Finance Ministry, and widely published in the press, suggest that the HST reversal means the province’s total debt is expected to reach $62.3 billion in the next three years.

I don’t believe anything the Liberals say about the HST, and here is why: Before the May 2009 election, the BC Liberal government said it would not impose a harmonized sales tax.

Upon implementation, former

Finance Minster Colin Hansen and ex-premier Gordon Campbell deflected criticism of the HST by claiming the tax would be "revenue neutral"; in other words, government revenue would not increase.

Now, according to Finance Minister Kevin Falcon, government revenue from the HST is critical to the health of the BC economy.

BC teachers are being told that the defeat of the HST means there is no extra money for the education system. We are simply asking for student learning conditions to be restored to previous levels: in 2002, the Liberals illegally stripped our contract of language that limited

the number of students, as well as the number of special needs students, in a class.

We are also asking for a reasonable salary increase, with the expectation that our salary will be in line with the majority of our colleagues across the country.

By hiding behind claims of an increased deficit, the BC Liberals are hoping to dupe the public. If we buy into the Liberal’s deceitful rhetoric, we allow them to undermine the funding of our social programs, all the time claiming to “put families first”.

Lynne Marvell, President Fraser-Cascade Teachers’ Association

Whale tale sparks interest Your excellent "50 years ago" feature has revived my interest in Harrison Lake's whale visitors.

I knew about the 1936

sightings but not the 1961 event. If anyone has more info or photos from 1961, I would be very grateful for them as

I'm really anxious to know if it was a grey whale or an Orca/ killer whale.

John Allen

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Agassiz Fall Fair & CornFestival For 107 years, the Agassiz Fall Fair has been the quintessential way to end the summer season.

Whether you go for the exquisite garden displays and impressive local talents on stage, or are intrigued by the crowning of the Corn King and hard-won 4H trophies, there is something for everyone at the fair. Enjoy the following pages as we take a look back at this year’s 107th Fall Fair and 63rd Corn Festival.

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The parade has become one of the community’s favourite events during the Agassiz Fall Fair, and this year was no different. Entries came in from all over the community, and from afar. Two of Agassiz’s oldest veterans (pictured above) showed up to celebrate the festivities.

The winners of this year’s parade were: Decorated Horse & Rider 1 st Katarina Von-Albedyhll 2 nd New Page Human Services Antique Tractor 1 st Neilson (1956 Cookshutt) 2 nd Keller (1954 John Deere) Commercial Float 1 st Modern Tire 2 nd Oxygen Tan 3 rd Lemon Tree Events Band 1 st Harrison Highlanders 2nd Fraser Cheam Regional Pipe Band

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Further to the money raised at the Golf Course the Hemlock Valley Fire Dept. and the Hemlock Valley Homeowners Association both kicked in $200 each in support of the program.

The money raised was presented Saturday evening during the Community Pot Luck Dinner to Area C Director Wendy Bales by Hemlock’s Fire Chief Marty McKinney, Homeowners Association President Brian Murphy and the golf organizer Warren Crick, for her to pass on to the Deroche school principal.

The Community Pot Luck Dinner was well attended by the community residents.

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The September 10th weekend was a busy one in Hemlock Valley, starting off with the Hemlock Valley Fire Department’s “nontournament” golf tournament.

Fire Chief Marty McKinney says the downturn in the economy seems to have affected the affordability of the annual Charity event as registration was down this year. The event was officially cancelled in August but those who had pre-registered asked for their tee-times to be held, as they wished to golf anyway.

Through the kindness of the hearts of those who showed up to golf at the Sandpiper Course in Harrison Mills on Saturday Sept. 10, $400 was raised to help support the Deroche elementary school breakfast program.

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Adele Hinkley, as seen in this self portrait, has been traveling for a year and will show her images throughout October at the Ranger Station Art Gallery in Harrison Hot Springs.

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Photographer brings year of travel to show

Adele Hinkley will be showing her latest work in a photography exhibit at Ranger Station next month.

The show, Travels with Adele - A Year Through Her Lens, opens with an artist’s reception on Oct. 2, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

In April 2010, Hinkley, a long time resident of the Fraser Valley, began pursuing photography professionally.

In October that year, she attended a National Geographic Ex-

Adele is presently studying Digital Arts and New Media at Selkirk College in Nelson.

For more information on the show, phone 604-796-2723. The Ranger Station Art Gallery is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at 98 Rockwell Drive in Harrison Hot Springs.

To see some of Hinkley’s work or read her blog, visit travelswithadele. blogspot.com.

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Upon returning to Canada, Adele explored Saskatchewan and Manitoba. She then moved to Invermere for the winter, where she worked as a photographer at Panorama Ski Resort. This past summer Adele worked in the same capacity for Fort Steele Heritage Town and lived in Kimberley.

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Hockey game benefits camp Fundraiser spurred on by death of Mission coach RCMP are hoping that a successful fundraising hockey game will become an annual event.

On Saturday, Aug. 27, the Mission Icebreakers Junior Hockey Club faced off against the RCMP at the Mission Leisure Centre.

The goal was to have a friendly game of hockey for a good cause, and in memory of Myron Berg.

Berg was a fastball coach in Mission who died in December last year as a result of a car crash near Mission.

Due to the success, the Icebreakers and the RCMP said they anticipate another game next year. The event was organized by Scott Kieler of the Mission Icebreakers, and James Klassen, Hopeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Staff Sergeant Suki Manj, Cst. Darren Rennie, and Cst. Matt Deschenes.

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tion, Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, North Vancouver, an Auxilliary member from Hope, a member from the Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Unit, and a spouse of a UFVRD member all participated.

More than 350 people attended, and the proceeds raised from the game are going to Camp Luther in Mission, a summer camp for children.

The score of the game was not important, said Cpl. Tammy Hollingsworth. And even though the Icebreakers may have had the upper hand advantage, it was a great community event.

The Icebreakers really enjoyed themselves and the members who played against them had a lot of fun too. It was a clean and friendly game with no rough play, however the coach of

the Icebreakers, Wayne Stripp, told the RCMP team after the second period not to be afraid to give his players a little â&#x20AC;&#x153;pushâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A big thank you to all those who participated,â&#x20AC;?

Hollingsworth said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The RCMP players were very happy to dust off their skates and give up their time for such a worthwhile cause and have some fun too.â&#x20AC;? news@ahobserver.com

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Friday, September 23, 2011 Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer 15

Community

Be prepared for election Community spirit Get to know the issues now, not November T ECHOES FROM THE PAST

There is no doubt, election time will soon be here.

Just read the newspaper; voices are getting louder and rhetoric more aggressive. In the olden days, people debated in the marketplace, after church or in the neighborhoods â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and it was not always peaceful. Nowadays, while debating is still being done in public places, it comes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; through newspapers, radio, television and computer transmissions â&#x20AC;&#x201D; into every household and to every person and it is more important than ever to stay cool. Likes or dislikes of the people who offer to serve inevitably play a part, though of course, they shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. To make intelligent decisions requires work. We have to educate ourselves and the sooner the better.

Municipal elections are three-year terms, not enough time, perhaps, to achieve all one wants to achieve. Besides, there are usually projects that have

been started by pole and beautithe former adful landscaping ministration all around speak just as there are well for our curprojects that rent adminiswill only be fintration. And I ished by the next have not even group in office. mentioned the Leo Facio, our Meama River former mayor, trails, the bridges RUTH ALTENDORF once told me and the hundreds Harrison that our new and hundreds of plaza will be his Happenings trees and bushes legacy. Our curplanted with the rent mayor, Ken help of local volBecotte, acknowledged it unteer groups to reinforce by asking him to cut the the river banks. ribbon when it was offiThe enlargement and cially opened. The beach, improvement of our waof course, is the truest ex- ter treatment plant, the ample of concessive work ongoing extension of the being done by the incum- municipal waterline, a bents of several terms. The new and better garbage most important part, per- and recycling system and haps, that fell to the cur- now a new bridge over rent administration was to the Meama River on Mcstop, or at least try to stop, Combs Road will make the ongoing sand erosion this administrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acand only time will tell tions a hard one to folhow effective those â&#x20AC;&#x153;sand- low. So, you might ask, catcher blocksâ&#x20AC;? are. But, what will our current the landscaping, new ce- mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legacy be? There ment platforms for the is no doubt in my mind memorial benches as well that it is the renovation as the cleaned-up benches of the Memorial Hall. themselves, a new flag This was a project that has

touched the hearts of the people. After many years of wishing and asking, the dream came true and it was in the nick of time. It was a dramatic decision with two councillors voting for it and two against it, so it was the mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote that sealed the deal.

I almost forgot: a new bridge has been finished across the Meama River and residents, especially school children who live on the east side of Harrison Hot Springs have now a faster, safer way to the other side and the school. The Fred Hardy Bridge has been repaired and the tennis court in Spring Park resurfaced. And, I should mention our new logo and the new information signs at the corner of Lillooet and Hot Springs Road.

Last, not least, two long-term bills have been paid off ten years ahead of time saving our community a lot of money in interest. Is there more? I will leave it up to you to find out.

AGASSIZ COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE

Local citizens took an active interest in clubs 50 Years Ago, 1961 â&#x20AC;˘ In the 1960â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local citizens took an active interest in running their community and participated in various clubs or organizations. And they took time for fun, too.

The Fireside Group of the United Church gathered one evening in September for a hayride, as guests of the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auxiliary of the All Saints Anglican Church, followed by refreshments at the Anglican Church Hall. Muriel Farrant was the tractor driver. â&#x20AC;˘ Over 60 people attended the PTA meeting in the high school library. â&#x20AC;˘ An unemployed Chilliwack man decided to serve a month in jail rather than pay fines of $20 plus $15 for having no muffler, no flags and no flares on his truck. Explaining to the court and Magistrate A.M. Naismith that he was not working and the money was needed for his two

children, he insisted on serving the time, even though his wife had brought the money to the hearing. He spent one night in the Agassiz lock-up but next day his wife arrived to pay the fine with money from the truckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owner. â&#x20AC;˘ Showing at the AGA Theatre in Agassiz was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Killers of Kilimanjaroâ&#x20AC;? starring Robert Taylor and Ann Aubrey. Price of admission was adults $.65, students $.50 and children $.25.

In current news, the Agassiz Harrison Museum closes for the winter season Thanksgiving weekend. So if you want to find some unique gifts for Christmas, drop by the gift shop before then for a wide variety of local crafts at good prices. After October 8, there will still be someone working in the office during weekdays but appointments must be arranged in advance by phoning the museum at 604-796-3545.

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TAKE NOTICE that the following property and improvements will be sold for taxes by public auction on Monday, September 26, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village OfĂ&#x20AC;ce, 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs B.C., unless the delinquent taxes with interest are sooner paid.

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Where there is no bid equal to the upset price, or no bid, the Municipality shall be declared the purchaser. Purchase of a Tax Sale property is subject to tax under the Property Purchase Tax Act on the fair market value of the property. When the Village notiĂ&#x20AC;es the Registrar of Titles to effect the transfer of title on the expiration of the redemption period, property purchase tax will be applicable. Payment must be made by cash, interac, certiĂ&#x20AC;ed cheque or money order and must be paid to the Collector upon acceptance of the bid.

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16 Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer Friday, September 23, 2011

Sports

Runners take on Cultus trails Solo or relay racing options available

Last year, runners traveled from 17 cities, two provinces and one state to circumnavigate Cultus Lake on foot.

This year, they’ll be back again for the Around The Lake Give’R Take 30 trail race, Saturday, Oct. 15.

This is the ninth year for the exhilarating race that offers runners an escape from civi-

lization. One’s overall strength and mental toughness is put to the test. The 30-km course covers a combination of challenging single track trail, short stretches of pavement and sections of beautifully groomed park trails. There are three major hills on the course that add up to a gut wrenching total of 1,110m elevation gain

(3641 ft). The toughest of the hills is the last. It is not the longest, but the 440m (1,444ft) elevation climb near the end of the race tests your hard earned fitness to the limits. Four aid-stations are strategically placed around the race course. These stations support the no frills atmosphere of the race in that they allow

the runners to be free to run unburdened. All aid-stations are manned by very capable volunteers ready to give food, drink or aid to the runners.

A few years ago the 16 km/14 km relay was added to the race. It has been very popular for those runners not interested in the longer solo 30 km and to those run-

ners in the development phase moving towards the longer trail runs.

Race director Heather Hibberson said that the refinement for this year is in the area of timing.

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by Race Headquarters will guarantee very accurate split times and finals times,” Hibberson says.

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The club's teams finished their season in strong positions at the Penticton Dragonboat Festival.

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The Pirates added to their treasure chest in Diamond division with silver medals. The Thunderstrokers stepped up their performance to Diamond B division.

The FVDBC Mavericks team competed last weekend in San Francisco to end the 2011 season.

All teams will be starting the hunt for new paddlers to add to their teams as well as the Fraser Valley Dragonboat Club in starting another new team. Whether it be womens, mixed or men, the club's media spokesperson Kathy Preuss says they're committed to growing the sport of dragonboating.

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additional runners coming from Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs. The support by runners for this local race is matched by the sponsorship of the race by local businesses.

Numerous prizes are donated by the businesses and are very much appreciated by the participants. Proceeds from the race are donated to Chilliwack Search & Rescue, Chilliwack Track & Field Club and the Vedder Mountain Trail Association.

More information is available at www. aroundthelakegivertake30.ca. Online registration, race map, past race results and photos may also be found on the web site.

Hope Recreation Services is offering a chance for swimmers to learn some new skills. The Discover Scuba Experience will introduce new divers to scuba diving in a fun and safe environment. Under the trained supervision of a P.A.D.I. professional, participants will experience the thrill of breathing underwater in the safe confines of the indoor pool.

The course runs Saturday, Nov. 12 from noon to 2 p.m. and is open to swimmers ages eight and up.

Cost is $60 per person.

For more information, phone 604-869-2304.

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COMMUNITY CORNER SEPTEMBER 2011 *(Due to space limitations, each week we will publish a different set of groups & activities from the community)

Meet the Pros September 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

LOCAL EVENTS Storytime with Crackle. Back after a summer of reading by the pool, Crackle the library crow and Terrill have a new season of stories and fun for preschoolers and their families. Starting Friday, October 7 at 10:15 and every Friday after that. Drop in, free and a lot of fun.

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Receive a $25 sig bonus for beco ning ming an Aggassiz Harris on Hope Observer new spaper carriier if you stay on yyour rouute for 1 full month PLUS earn an n addittional $2 5 bonuuss for anyone you reffer as anothe r carrier who stays on their route fo r 1 fuullll month too!

Delivery is do or to doooorr on Fridays. Pl ease ca 604-796-4300 allll for more info rmation or toll free at 1-866-865-44 60.

For your advertising needs: Call Chris @ 604-796-4301

SOFT TOUCH PAWS

~The Surrealist World of Leo Labelle ~

DOG GROOMING

Oct. 1st - 29th, 2011 Artist's reception: Oct. 1st from 7-10 pm

• Professional Groomer • Drop in nail trim • All breeds welcome • Relaxing, friendly service

Music & refreshments at Woodside Gallery 2226 Lougheed Hwy., Harrison Mills BC for info: Dehlia 604-615-7770 www.woodsidegallery.ca

Call Marilyn @ 604.796.0960 | 3770 Wildwood Dr. Agassiz GLEN TRAUN LANDSCAPING

BEST RATES! « Ch ris @ 60 4-7 96 -43 01 to be featured in community corner

Hot & Cold Pressure Washing & Interior/Exterior Painting • Siding • Concrete

• Houses • Patios

• Gutters

• Heavy Equipment

• Commercial & Residential Yard Maintenance • Hydro Seeding new lawns

Rosedale Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning Services ph. 604-794-7244

Residential • Commercial • Agricultural For FREE estimate call Phil

604-796-0189 • 604-703-3319(cell)

604.869.2767

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POWER WASHING PAINTING

CASTLE

GROUP 2 OF 4

CLEANING & ORGANIZATION

Agassiz Monday Painters est.1961.

Meet every Monday from 11am-3pm at Agassiz United Church. FMI call Linda 604-794-5554

Divorce Care Program presented by Mountainview Community Church.

FMI call Guy at 796-0244 or email agassizdivorcecare@hotmail.com

Better Beginnings: Pre/post natal education, nutrition and support. Lunch & childcare provided. Tues. 10:30am to 12:30pm. 7272 Morrow Road. FMI call Louisa at 604-796-0313

Green Legacy Society, concerned about the environment? New members welcome. FMI call Alice 604-796-9044 Harrison Community Social Club Dropin every Thurs at Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall, 10 am: cards, darts, games & coffee. Contact Jacquie 604796-3105 or Suzanne 604-796-1269

Bigfoot Toastmasters Club meets at 7pm every Monday evening at the Christian Reformed Church hall, 7452 Morrow Rd. Visitors always welcome.

Harrison Hikers Group offers 4 levels of Hope Contact: Sabine Keil 604-869hikes every Wed(easy, light, moderate, 5328. Agassiz contact: Shirlie Caruk strenuous) FMI call Ruth Altendorf 604-796-0677 604-796-2084 Bingo – TUESDAYS Hosted by Agassiz Agricultural & Horticultural Assocation, Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Monday at 1 pm, Tuesday Bridge at Doors open at 5pm. Agricultural 12:30 pm, Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Pavilion. Agassiz. 604-796-9075 Fit 10:30 am Monday and Friday, DropCoffee Break/Story Hour - a weekly in Floor Curling 7 pm Thursday Bible Study for ladies and children 0-5. Weds 9:30a.m. Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road.

FMI call 604-796-9474 Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604576-9734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca

WE DO WINDOWS!

Servicing Hope & Area since 1979

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❧ the ease of organized: comfort of clean: clutter busting! green cleaning products closet solutions regular cleaning pantry set ups spring/seasonal cleaning office/garage organization gift certificates up/down scale move move in/out

debra cornish 604.796.0406

KENT PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. For all your Service, Repair & Installation Needs “One call does it all”

service@castlecando.com www.castlecando.com

THE HE

Agassiz

RENOVATOR Dog Grooming COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

In my home - by appointment CLOSED FRIDAYS & SUNDAYS

Metal Roofs Vinyl Siding Concrete Additions Painting

KELLY AT

604.819.1936

604.796.8969

6850 Centennial Ave., Agassiz

R.C.E. APPLIANCE REPAIR

604-796-2705 24 HOUR LICENSED SERVICE

604-796-2834

PLUMBING SERVICES

Service to all makes of washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers & refrigerators

FINBACK CUSTOM WOODWORKS 604.796.1196 | 604.857.3375 (cell)

New Cabinetry, and Cabinet Refacing Counter Tops 6390 Pioneer Ave, Agassiz

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM CARPENTRY SERVICES

TELSTAR ELSTAR WINDOW SERVICE LTD.

DRISCOLL 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 P: 604-796-0770

Ser ving the Upper Fraser Valley

PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES

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YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR CLASSIFIEDS.

The Agassiz ❖ Harrison ❖ Hope

Phone: 604.796.4300 Toll Free: 1.866.865.4460 Fax: 604.796.2081 Email: kerry@bcclassified.com COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 33

INFORMATION

ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1877-988-1145 now. Free service!

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PERSONALS

DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, Free to Try!!! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #4011 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1 on 1. Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #4010.

Meet Local Single Ladies. 1-877804-5381. (18+).

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TIMESHARE

LOST AND FOUND

Found- Very affectionate / friendly black cat, found on Heath Rd. in Agassiz 604-819-9058

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AUTOMOTIVE

ASK YOURSELF, what is your TIMESHARE worth? We will find a buyer/renter for CA$H. NO GIMMICKS JUST RESULTS! w w w . B u y AT i m e s h a r e . c o m (888)879-7165

AVALON AUTO BODY in Slave Lake, Alberta requires a first, second, or third year auto body apprentice. Send resume including references to fax 780-849-6435 or email: avalon4@telus.net or phone Jim 780-849-3056.

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COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC position available in the West Kootenay’s. We Offer: A modern 5,000 sq/ft shop equipped with a 10 ton overhead crane, computer diagnostics and advanced tooling to support a stable client base. Equitable wage and extended benefits in a geographical area known for its quality of lifestyle, and moderate cost of living. We Require: Commercial Truck & Transport Mechanic Trade Certification, Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate. Resumes can be forwarded via fax 250-357-2009 or email: jim@summitrepair.ca for further information contact Jim @ 250-357-2800 Ext 228.

Come join our Team!

TRAVEL

Bring the family! Sizzling Summer Specials at Florida’s Best Beach!

New Smyrna Beach, FL. See it all t: www.nsbfla.com/bonjour or call 1800-214-0166

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ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK, full time, required for Metis Nation BC. For full position details go to: www.mnbc.ca click on Careers.

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area.

Call 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today HOME BASED BUSINESS - We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.wecare4wellness.com

In Memoriam

Anna Albina Maria Meyer May 29, 1934 - September 25, 2001

Though you are gone You are not really gone For the love we shared lives on

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Executive Director Career Opportunity Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services, a non-profit society headquartered in Nakusp, is a leader in providing community based solutions in the beautiful Kootenays. What started as a Home Support program 35 years ago has grown to provide Transit, Employment Assistance Services, Counseling, Food Bank, and many other services. With our staff of over 40 employees, we administer over 20 community based contracts. This is your opportunity to become part of the solutions we provide.

As our Executive Director you will help set the strategic direction that will align ASLCS and Halcyon Assisted Living Society with the Arrow and Slocan Lakes community. You will be responsible for overseeing budgetary goals and objectives and provide the inspirational leadership to staff to ensure our ongoing success.

As a seasoned professional you will have a related postsecondary education, an excellent understanding of contracts, and significant management experience.

ASLCS offers a flexible work environment and a competitive and flexible compensation package.

A complete job description is available on our website at aslcs.com. We appreciate your interest and only those chosen for an interview will receive a reply.

If you are interested in this dynamic opportunity please send your resume and cover letter

by October 5th, 2011 to: The Board Hiring Committee Executive Director Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services Box 100, Nakusp BC V0G1R0

bcclassified.com 604-796-4300

Though you’re not here You are still really here For our memories cannot disappear

Ten years have passed But missing you is Always present

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IN MEMORIAM

Vic & Joyce Dadswell 09.26.1996

Lee Nolan Brummet 1937-2009 Living forever in our hearts Gone but not forgotten We miss you every day We hope to be with you again on another day Love always Lorelyn, Patty, Jim, Zach, Chelsea, Merle, Elvin(Karen) & Marjorie 111A

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Harrison Hot Springs

Preschool Dad, Mum it's been 15 years since that fateful day on September 26, 1996 the day that lives on in our hearts and in our memories, You were so suddenly taken from us. you gave us life, Love and understanding; You cherished our secrets and held our sorrows deep within your hearts. you have been missed each and every day for the past 15 years.

From all your family we send our love.

Harrison Hot Springs Preschool and After School Care is looking for responsible adults (over 20) for our after school care and day camp programs.

Must have/take Community Care First Aid. Shift 2:00 - 6:30, Mon. & Wed. minimum $13 per hour.

Located at Harrison Hot Springs Elementary.

Join our team! Email resumes to: harrisonhotspringspreschool@shaw.ca or mail to PO Box 110, HHS, V0M1K0

EDUCATION

Courses Starting Now!

Get certified in 13 weeks

AREA MANAGER COASTAL REGION

12160 - 88th Ave Sry. BC

The Area Manager is a contributing member of the senior management team and is responsible for the daily operations of our community living programs in the CLBC Vancouver Coastal region. The Area Manager reports to the Director of Quality Services.

The successful applicant will have a combination of exp. and knowledge in the following areas: · Service Delivery - ensuring excellence in all programs for individuals with developmental disabilities; · Leadership providing direction and functioning as an exemplar; · Admin. - developing and maintaining organizational functioning; · Community - promoting awareness and building relationships w/stakeholders.

Visit: www.lovecars.ca

HOME MANAGER As a Home Manager, you will have extensive exp. as a Community Service Worker in residential settings and supervisory experience. You must have a sincere commitment to providing quality services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

As a team player you must be able to build relationships, be an excellent interpersonal communicator and be able to main. a flexible schedule as necessary. This position is based in North Vancouver.

We offer competitive wages with an excellent benefit package.

Please reply in writing

by October 7, 2011.

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

CMC OILFIELD SERVICES requires a Class 1 Driver for hauling crude oil and water in the Spirit River, Alberta, area. We will train the right candidate. Fax resume to 780-864-3047 or call Claude 780814-1933.

Though you have died You have not really died Because your spirit is still alive

Your loving family, Frank, Jenny, Laura, Francesca, Saverio and Ann

Thompson Community Services seeks skilled, exp. and self-directed individuals to fill the following positions.

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In Loving Memory of

Though you’re far away You are never far away For our thoughts turn to you every day

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Service, Commitment, Leadership

Thompson Community Services, Attn: Kristine DeMonte Unit #102 1450 Pearson Place Kamloops, V1S-1J9, E-mail: kdemonte@tcsinfo.ca

HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FERUS Inc. specializes in the production, storage, supply and transport of liquid nitrogen & liquid carbon dioxide for the energy industry. www.ferus.ca PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS WANTED Ferus requires experienced Professional Class 1 drivers with three years or more experience to operate a variety of late model liquid carbon dioxide and liquid nitrogen equipment out of our Blackfalds & Grande Prairie bases.

WE OFFER: - Industry competitive wages based on an hourly pay schedule - New Drivers can earn up to $82,000 in the first year - Automatic pay increases - Training Completion Bonus - Daily Meal Allowance - Recognition and incentive programs - Mechanic-maintained equipment Mileage Assistance to travel to and from work PLUS: Flexible Spending Account Group RSP Savings Plan Comprehensive Health/Dental Plan - Growing Company with Career Advancement Opportunities We offer a work rotation of 15 days on & 6 days off.

Preference will be given to applicants with off-road experience. If you are interested in working in a positive and dynamic environment please send resume & driver abstract to: humanresources@ferus.ca or by fax to 1-888-879-6125 Please Reference: Driver #BCDRV 1011

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EDUCATION

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 INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment.

Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

1.888.546.2886 MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available.

1-888-748-4126.

ONLINE, COLLEGE Accredited, Web Design Training, Administered by the Canadian Society for Social Development. Learn from the comfort of home! Starts October 24.

Apply today: www.ibde.ca PHARMACY TECH trainees needed! Retail Pharmacies & hospitals need certified techs & assistants!

No experience? Need training? Local training & job placement is available! 1-888-778-0461.

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HELP WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944 KODIAK WIRELINE SERVICES PARTNERSHIP is hiring experienced operators/drivers for Slave Lake, Edson, Morinville branches with a signing bonus up to $5000. (dependent on experience). Apply to: tboddez@kodiakservices.com or fax to 780-418-0834.

Outgoing Individuals Wanted

Up to $20 per/hr F/T, 18+.

Summer and permanent openings in all areas. Fun Promos. No Sales. No Experience, No Problem!

Call Rebecca 604-777-2194

Roofers and Labourers required immediately in Kamloops and Cranbrook, BC. Candidate will have 1-3 years of commercial flat roofing experience, driver’s licence and transportation. Send resume: shannon@westernroofing.ca SERVICE TECH & INSTALLER OVER HEAD DOOR CO. in Surrey is looking for an Industrial door service tech & Installer. Must have exp. & valid Drivers Lic. Fax resume to 604-888-8828 or email: calvin@valmartdoors.com We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

REPROCESSING/STERILIZATION Technician required immediately for a short 1 month contract in the beautiful Okanagan. Graduation from a recognized Reprocessing /Sterilization Technician Training program. One year recent related experience is also required. 1- 866355-8355 www.travelnurse.ca

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS ADMIN/COMMUNICATIONS Officer - The Food Innovation Centre of BC seeks a part-time administrator to manage the Chilliwack office. For information on this opportunity and application instructions visit www.foodinnovationcentre.ca.

EXECUTIVE Assistant needed for a forward-thinking company . Applicant should be competent with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Send resumes to ghuamane@gmail.com

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PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

COST ACCOUNTANT IMW INDUSTRIES in Chilliwack, BC is currently seeking a fulltime Cost/Project Accountant. This position will work closely with Engineering and Sales to develop and maintain standard costs and pricing, evaluate job profitability and assist with month end preparation. Candidates should be working towards or recently completed a CGA or CMA designation. Proficiency in MS-Excel is necessary and experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment is preferred. To learn more about this position please visit our website at www.imw.ca. E-mail resumes to: hr@imw.ca PHARMACY Technician required immediately for a beautiful coastal BC community. Graduation from a recognized Pharmacy Technician Training program. One year recent related experience is also required.

Effective verbal and written communication, effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to organize work. Call 1-866-355-8355 www.travelnurse.ca

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ALTERNATIVE FOREST Operations is a dynamic growing BC Forestry business, providing extraordinary performance for our customers and crew.

We have immediate openings for the following positions. .

Skyline Hooktender .

Rigging Slingers .

Chokermen .

Certified Fallers If you are a safe high level performer, experienced and work well with others contact us! Mail resume to AFO, 3818 Cowichan Lake Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 6K2. Email: admin@heli-log.com.

Website: www.heli-log.com BUSY Langley based Commercial Landscape Construction Company is currently seeking motivated individuals to join their team. The following positions are available: Hard Landscape Foreman Hard Landscape Labour General Labour Machine Operator General Landscape Foreman Competitive wages, benefits and incentives. Wages start from $16/hour and can exceed $30/hour based on experience/qualifications. Please fax resume to 604-882-0083 or email employment@canadianlawncare.ca Clearly mark what position you are applying for and wage expectations.

CONCRETE Coring. Const. exp. req. exp. w. Core drilling pref. but not req. Able to lift 50 lbs. Own trans. work all over the GVRD/FV. No drugs/booze. Presentable and reliable. Fax resume 604-824-7900

Flat Roofers

Metro Roofing requires exp. Flat Roofers, BUR, torch, single ply (TPO & PVC). Commercial and Industrial Projects.

Sheet Metal Applicators Must have previous experience installing roof flashing’s. All work to RCABC Standards & Specifications.

LABOURERS Also required.

Good Wages & Benefits

Call: 604.888.4856 Serious Enquiries Only!

HEAVY DUTY or Commercial Transport Mechanic required.

Competitive wages and benefits. Please email: reception@profabmanufacturing.net

fax (250-416-0232) or deliver resume to Profab Manufacturing Ltd. 3128 Hope Place, Chemainus BC. May consider 3rd year apprentice.

LEAD ROOF TECHNICIAN $28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience. Commercial roofing co. hiring lead roofers with extensive exp. in commercial roofing, including: two - ply torch, single ply, sloped and metal.

Offering Great Benefits Including: Company Vehicle, Paid Travel, Support Crews, Top Wages, Health/Dental, Pension & Company Uniforms.

Must have proven ability to install using RCABC roofing practices and follow WCB regulations.

Fax resume: 604-944-2916, Call Adam: 604-944-2977 or e-mail aknipfel@designroofing.ca Visit: www.designroofing.ca MACHINE OPERATORS PIPELAYERS GRADEMAN Required by Established Construction & Development Co The successful applicants must be experienced in all facets of single/multi family & subdivision utilities construction. We are looking only for individuals who are versatile, reliable and are able to work independently Min 3 years experience, valid class 5 licence and own transportation is required. Medical/Dental available Please fax a detailed resume with references and wage expectations to 604-5348469 or email to lisa@verconholdings.ca

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

VIBRANT HEALTH Do you have it?

Do you want it? If you do, call 800541-5983 24/7 CLASSIFIED A D S MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 604-796-4300

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story.

Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243 Joanna@mertontv.ca www.mertontv.ca

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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 can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.c SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS - start or grow your small business. Free to apply. Qualify for up to 100K. www.leadershipgrants.ca.

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ELECTRICAL

#1167 $25 service call, BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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HANDYPERSONS

DON’S HANDYMAN SERVICES $30 PER HR no job too small. small plumbing repairs, tile setting, drywall patched, painting, any household job. 604-200-0932

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

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LANDSCAPING

knoke trucking

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 332

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.

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PETS

3/4 NEO MASTIFF 1/4 American Bulldog PUPS ready to go, shots, dewormed, tails docked, family farm raised $750 (604)615-2682 BABY COCKATIELS for sale.

Hand fed. $50 each.

Phone (604)951-4660 (Surrey).

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600.

(604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BLUENOSE PITBULL PUPPIES. 2 boys, 2 girls, $800. obo. Call 604-783-8607.

Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786 BOXER PUPPIES, 4 Brindle males, tails docked, $650. (604)302-3707 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies & young adults. Big strong, exc. for protection. 604-856-8161.

GERMAN Shepherd pups. 8 wks. 3 left. Working line. Black & black/tan $650. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 LAB/CHOW cross 6yr/old male with sweet gentle temperament, has all shots. 604-340-3162, 604-541-2147 LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217 LAB PUPS, yellows & blacks, CKC reg p/b, shots, tattooed, exc temp, view parents, $800. 604-462-0774.

LABS, 2 fem black & 2 male yellow ready Oct 1st. 1st shots & dewomred, $650, ph: (604)803-9999 MALTESE pups, 2 Males, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed, N/S. $800.

Home raised. 604-464-5077 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 NEWFOUNDLAND pups, P/B. 2 males, 1 black/1 brown. $1000 (604)819-1466 No Sunday calls TOY POMERANIANS. 7 wks. M & F. Vet ✓, healthy, 1st shots, dewormed, $750 up. 778-839-8007 TOY POODLES, 6 weeks. Chocolate brown and black & brown. $650. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

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UNDER $100

Used treated 4 x 4’s and landscape ties $2 & cheaper, some free (604)796-6661 -----------------------------------------------Weathered lumber for bird houses and hobbies $0.25 & less per linear foot (604)796-6661 -----------------------------------------------Tinder dry wood for starting campfire or burning garbage, very cheap (604)796-6661

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FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure.

13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

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FUEL

548

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MOVING & STORAGE

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Mini Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting at $30/hr + gas.

(604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle.

Senior- Student Discount available.

604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488.

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AUCTIONS

Dairy Dispersal of

Eagle Lee Farms in Chilliwack.

Sale will be held at

McClary Stockyards 34559 McClary Ave,

Abbotsford, on Thurs, Sept. 29th starting at 12:00.

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

CAN’T GET UP your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591.

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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 1866-981-5991 **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program!

Don’t be without a home phone!

Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.

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

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MISC. WANTED

COLLECTING Old Canadian and American Coins Call Travis at 604796-0320

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS RUBY RIVER BABY GRAND - Ebony

603

ACREAGE

82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/ 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 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER

BEAUTIFUL Updated 3120sq ft 5 bdrm Rancher with basement on 1/4 acre $439,000. 34629 Ascott Ave Abbotsford 604-761-9341

630

LOTS

Amazing Okanagan Lake View lot priced to sell almost 1 acre, nicely treed. $229,000 well below appraised value.

(250)542-6167

636

MORTGAGES

145 head milking cows. mcclarystockyards.com A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring, Carpet Cleaning & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

518

642

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1988 PACE Arrow Motorhome Class A 38’, 83,000 miles, 4 new tires, solar panel, generator, adda-room, 2 single beds, large bath/shower. Asking $10,500 obo 604-287-5534 or 604-850-3732.

1991 FORD F250 4X4 for hunter /fisherman 8 1/2 ft camper, old but good, must see! (604)826-8257 1996 SEABREEZE tri axle 5th whl.

36’ deluxe model, lots extras, $22,000 obo. Phone (604)535-5693 2000 Slumber Queen 20’ Cl. C 81,000 km Nr new tire/brkes roof & dash air. $15,900. 604-864-0728.

ABBOTSFORD

$450,000 Must Sell/Job Relocation

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE www.dannyevans.ca Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

696

OTHER AREAS

SALTWATER Front 3 BD/2BA Home-Duplex. Bellingham WA. 20 minutes South of Border. Golf & Marina. $325,000. RE/MAX Keith Cook 360-739-5600 Rachael Wilson 360-319-2234

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 bedroom unit to rent above the Heritage Coffee shop in Agassiz.

Rental references are required.

This unit is for suitable for one nonsmoking person only and available on October 1, 2011. For further information call 604 591 5503.

AGASSIZ, 2 BDRM, corner unit, Woodside Terrace. $750/m.

Sm.pet negot. 604-847-0545 AGASSIZ: CLEAN 1 bdrm, apt. in Woodside Terrace, quiet well managed bldg in downtown. $570mth. + utils & D. D. Oct. 1st. Refs required. (604)588-6665 AGAZZIS no.9 hwy1 Bdrm apt,ground floor,secured building to single/couple w/ refs a must. min 6mo , looking for reliable tenant, $500mth + Util 604-617-0055 or miksam@telus.net HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated,$575/month includes utilities.

Call 604-794-7132 HHS- Furn. studio apt in lakefront building, skylight, A/C, cable incl.

N/S, N/P, $500/m 604-853-4273

707 APARTMENT FURNISHED BEAUTIFUL 2 bdrm Harrison Hot Springs Lake view furnished condo.

No smoking or pets. Must have references. 778-866-0443

736

HOMES FOR RENT

AGASSIZ 3br rancher, 1bath, 5 appls, central location w/large yard.

N/S, refs req’d, $1200/m.

Call 604.796.9347 AGASSIZ, newer 4 bdrm - 2 master, 3 L/R, 3 full bath, lg garage, deck. $1325/m. Avail Sept 1.

(604)751-0108 or 604-751-5096 AGASSIZ, private carriage house in the country. 2 bdrm, maple kit., ss appl., hrwd flrs, open concept, 10’ ceilings, a/c, w/d, priv deck, mtn views, n/s, n/p, $975/m + util. Oct. 15. Ref. (604)796-2733/703-6843 AGASSIZ, small 2 bdrm house available now. $800/m + 1/2 month DD Req. Phone 604-795-0189

ROOMS FOR RENT

AGASSIZ Room for rent- Furnished room, All util. incl. $325 p/mo. Text (778)918-7271 or 604-491-7756

750

BUILDING SUPPLIES

SUITES, LOWER

CULTUS LAKE - Brand new 1200 sqft bsmt suite, 9ft ceilings, 2 bdrm 1 bath. WD/FS/DW. $1,000 incl. utl. (no phone). Avail Oct 1 year round.

NS/NP. Refs req’d. 604- 991-1234.

TRANSPORTATION Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations.

Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

Happi-jacks, ext. speakers, thermopane windows, dinette slide, LCD TV, Awning. $25,995 (Stk.30389) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

Well-kept basement entry family home 2600 sq. ft. 4 bed/3bath, ss appli. in large kitchen & den, 2 f/p’s, 12000 sq. ft. lot, great neighborhood in cul-de-sac.

604-755-0635 pls leave message

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1959 OLDSMOBILE - 2 dr hardtop, Delta 88, exc cond. Running. Motor 394. $9000/obo. (604)854-1051

TRANSPORTATION 851

TRUCKS & VANS

1992 FORD 1 TON cube van. 350, gas, auto, rebuilt, 15’ alum. box.

Good motor & trans. Recent ABS brakes, exhaust, tires, tune up, extra leaf springs, Aircare exempt $3500. obo. Abbt. 604-217-9098

2011 ADVENTURER 86SBS

746

HUGE RESTAURANT AUCTION Deli & Food Services Equipment.

Consignment now being accepted.

June 4, 11am at Dodds Auction, 3311 - 28 Ave Vernon. View photos at doddsauction.com 250-545-3259

DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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.

AUTO FINANCING

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

625

329 PAINTING & DECORATING AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

810

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

FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599.

(Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

FURNITURE

REAL ESTATE

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 604-796-4300

RECREATIONAL

TRANSPORTATION

MATTRESSES staring at $99

(604)824-0107

YELLOW LAB PUPS. Ready to go.

Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $400. 604-852-6176 Abbts Yorkshire Terrier pups, CKC, 2M/1F, tails dock, dew claws, micro. Ready Nov. (604)858-9758

640

TRANSPORTATION

Firewood for sale- Fir $180/cord Hardwood $200/cord Call 604-378-7738

$15,000 value-will sell $8000/obo.

Pristine condition

VIZSLA PUPS, PB, shots, guaranteed. Champion lines, $750.

604-819-2115. vizsla@telus.net

REAL ESTATE

2011 SALEM T23FD

Auto Loans Approved Largest dealer Group Huge Selection Free Delivery to BC/AB Cars Trucks SUV’s Vans Apply online autocredit911.com Call toll-free 1-888-635-9911 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.

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in September, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888593-6095.

818

Pass through storage, DSI water heater, outside shower, enclosed / heated fresh water tank. $15,995 (Stk.30371) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644 Hunter Special Camper, 9.5’, bath , shower, fridge stove, hot water, roof redone, $1500. (604)858-2555

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

CARS - DOMESTIC

1979 MERCEDES 300D, AirCrd, runs great, reblt mtr/trans, $2,000.

Phone (604)945-1003 (Coquitlam).

1997 FORD ESCORT wagon, 67,000 km, mint, garage kept, one owner. $4500. 604-869-3313 2002 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. 144,000 kms. 4 door, auto. Very good cond. $2500. 604-825-0391 2002 CHRYSLER SEABRING LX 4 dr. 2.7L V-6, auto, Air, Tilt, Cruise, Pw, Pdl, c/d. $2850 (604)309.3135 CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855

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

2003 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser GT Turbo Hatchback, silver, black leather, heated p/seats, p/sunroof, traction gear, CD player, a/c. Have all receipts for timing belt, transmission, water pump.

Tilt steering, cruise, Aircared 2010. 1 owner; lady senior. $6,599. 604-855-7493 2004 Chev Optra, 4 dr, htchbck, 5spd, cd, int. wiper, exc. cond. one owner, $3495.00 793-5520 (5961) 2006 BUICK ALLURE CX. 92,000 kms. No accd’s. Local. Exc. cond. $11,500. Abbotsford 604-855-1335 2006 DODGE MAGNUM SXT auto A/C,f/load, Aircare runs good $6900 st#106 DL#31038 604-855-0666 2009 AVEO LT. Merlot Jewel color.

7,500 kms. A/c, sunroof, spoiler, $9,500. firm. Phone 604-859-5129

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

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 The Scrapper

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1997 NISSAN ALTIMA, fully loaded, 200,000 km, asking $2300. Call (604)869-2836 after 4 pm.

2003 TOYOTA COROLLA, silver, a/c, 5 spd, no accidents, exc cond, $5950. Call: (604)599-0170 OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotorproducts.com 250-545-2206

830

MOTORCYCLES

1980 KAWASAKI 750 LTD, best offer near $1000 Has collect plates, runs good 23Kkms (604)826-8257 2007 Yamaha C3 50cc motorscooter, 1600k, $1600. Fuel inject, liquid cooled. Mint cond (604)858-2255 MOTORCYCLE HAULER Holds 3 small or 2 full size motorcycles with large utility box. $1875: (778)8886805 or 778-837-6577

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1991 - 25’ Mallard Sport Class A $17,475: recent inspection & tuneup. New tires. Very low mileage 40,300 orig. kms. (778)888-6805 or 778-837-6577

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1997 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER SRS auto 4X4 loaded, sun roof, runs good Aircare $5500 ST#115 DL#31038 604-855-0666 2003 TRAIL BLAZER, 6 cyl. One owner 160 K. New tires, well maint. $8100. 604-596-0312 (Fleetwood) 2005 MT CRUISER, 93,000 kms. $6300. Call 604-816-1646.

851

TRUCKS & VANS

18’ SANGSTER BOAT 140 Merc., inboard on Roadrunner trailer with 1986 Ford 250 diesel 6.9 Lariat Pkg 149K, V.G. cond. $7000 for both or will sell sep $3500 each (604)8200899 778-908-3766 1976 INT’L SCOUT TERRA2, convertible, 4x4, 1 ton pick up truck.

Pontiac 400 big block, 375hp. Approx. 3000 mi. on power train. One of a kind. $13,800. (604)799-8533 1990 FORD 1 TON, DIESEL, 7.3L, flatdeck, $2200. Call (604)824-9908 1992 GMC pick up, V8-305, 235,891 km, very clean, well maintained. $3500 obo. 604-793-8107

1993 Chevy 1/2 ton with extended cab, 5 speed, $1800 obo.

604-869-7376 1993 DODGE DAKOTA LE 4x4, V8 extended cab, loaded, tow package $1900 Call 778-997-4519 Mission 1995 Dodge P/U single cab V6, auto, air, new winter tires, new starter + canopy. $3900 Only 85K Senior driven 604-855-0633 604-897-2718 1995 Ford F150 4.9L, 5spd, 198,km, 7’ box, fibreglass cap, aircare 2013. $1800. (604)751-0122 1997 GMC SAFARI VAN. Good condition, 225,000 kms. $1,800.

(604)852-8230 1997 SAFARI VAN. AWD. For parts. In great condition. $500. Call (604)852-9379 1999 DODGE Caravan auto 2 yr AirCare, 179K, fully loaded, p/w, p/l, good cond, $2050. (778)552-6300 1999 FORD F150, standard, short box, a/c, p/w, runs great, $2200 obo. MUST SELL 604-869-1894.

2001 DODGE RAM 1500 4x4 auto, pwr options, steps, canopy, extras AirCare $7000 obo (604)615-9080 2002 Chevy Venture, brown, seats 8, roof racks, air, auto, aircared to Jan 2013, 245,500km. Good cond, $2300 obo. Call (604)824-0563 2003 CHEV VENTURE VAN 7pgr f/load, a/c, rf rack, A/care runs good ST#116 DL#31038 604-855-0666 2005 Durango, 5.7L hemi Ltd edition, org owner, 54,000k, 7 pass, leather, loaded, sunroof, garage kept, many options, MINT. $16,900.

Dave (604)824-0962. No calls aft 8 2006 DODGE CARAVAN. 88K. 1 owner, loaded, immaculate cond.

Serviced regularly. New front brakes. $8,900. 604-852-4010 2007 FORD F150 s/crew auto, leather s/box, loaded, a/c, $17,900 ST#109 DL#31038 604-855-0666

MARINE 912

BOATS

1986 FORD 250 DIESEL 6.9 Lariat Pkg 149KK, V.G. cond. with 18’ Sangster boat 140 Merc., inboard on Roadrunner trailer $7000 for both or will sell sep $3500 each (604)820-0899 778-908-3766 19’ McGregor Power sailer & trailer, 40hp outboard, elec start, main sail plus fore sale in perfect shape. Slps 2 adults, 1 child, porta potti, VHS radio, 3 anchors, fenders, life jackets, extras. $6500. (604)858-2489

ACTION NO. S113491, VANCOUVER REGISTRY IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BETWEEN HSBC BANK CANADA, PLAINTIFF AND DANIEL RAY HOMENIUK, DEFENDANT ADVERTISEMENT TO Daniel Ray Homeniuk. TAKE NOTICE THAT on September 8, 2011 an Order was made for service upon you of a Notice of Civil Claim issued from the Vancouver Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number S113491 by way of this advertisement. In the proceeding, the Plaintiff claims the following relief against you: 1. Judgment in the amount of $12,316.22 plus interest of $16.53 to May 16, 2011 and ongoing interest thereafter plus costs; 2. Judgment in the amount of $4,157.37 plus interest of $3.19 to May 16, 2011 and ongoing interest thereafter plus costs; and 3. Judgment in the amount of $460.40 plus interest of $1.05 to May 16, 2011 and ongoing interest thereafter plus costs. You must file a responding pleading/Response to Civil Claim within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain, from the Vancouver Registry, at the Law Courts, 800 Smithe Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, a copy of the Notice of Civil Claim and the Order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by the Plaintiff whose address for service is c/o McLachlan Brown Anderson, Barristers and Solicitors of 10th Floor 938 Howe Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1N9. Telephone: 604-331-6000 Fax: 604331-6008.

20 Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer Friday, September 23, 2011

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