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parasites attach themselves to the roots of raspberries, A bounty of bursting reducing the yield in each blueberries and red subsequent year until the raspberries were plucked in entire crop has to be removed earnest from the displays by and replanted. visitors at the Pacific AgriAlthough in the past Food Research Centre open farmers have relied on house on Saturday. chemical warfare to deal with The displays of the Fraser these issues, scientists here Valley's luscious fruit is are looking at alter-natives. the product of 126 years of "One of the things we're s c i e nt i f i c researchresearch ing other “Sometimes when i n t o t h a n perfecting fumigants they see us they are farming is using surprised we’ve been techniques different in the mild m anu re s , and moist here 125 years and they composts, climate so andorganic didn’t even know it.” famous for soils," he producing said.

B . C . ' s Dr. Sankaran KrishnaRaj T h a t fruits and research is veggies. part of the Hundreds of people Integrated Pest Management pored over the laboratories, program, which is bundled greenhouses, and fields that with soil, water, and air make up the 310 hectares quality management into of one of Canada's 19 Environmental Health, a research centres dedicated national science program to agriculture and food within Agri-Food Canada. production.

A second national science In one display, visitors were program Agassiz tackles encouraged to look through is Sustainable Production powerful microscopes at Systems, which looks at the parasites that afflict fruit developing systems of crops crops, with a biologist on (such as the varieties of hand to explain how farmers blueberries and raspberries deal with the pests. on display) and livestock Tom Forge, a root system CONTINUED ON 3 microbiologist, said these BLACK PRESS

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The sixth annual Slow Food Cycle Farm Tour drew hundreds of cyclists from all over the Lower Mainland. Riders visited farming operations in the Agassiz area.

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Hundreds of cyclists from all over the Lower Mainland turned up in Agassiz last Saturday for the sixth annual Slow Food Cycle Farm Tour, peddling their feet to each tasty treat.

There was a wide variety of farms on the tour, from a hazelnut orchard featuring roasted nuts and specialty ice cream, to an organic free range chicken farm offering Vietnamese baguette sandwiches.

The entire circuit ran 25 kilometres with over a dozen stops of interest, and families were seen riding along the country roads, drinking in the vistas between refreshments at each farm.

Riders made their way through the town with the help of a map provided by Tourism Harrison and little signs affixed to posts with slow food snails on them and arrows helpfully pointing the way.

Though the sky was overcast in the morning, some cyclists said it provided a welcome relief from the sun, which nevertheless made its arrival in the afternoon as the Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre handed out ice cream to visitors.

Although the farms all offered samples, fare for fuel was affordable, with sandwiches selling for about $2.50 at Tasty Chicken Farm, or a slice of pie at Blackberry Lane B&B for $2.50.

Goat gouda cheese was a popular buy at Farm House Natural Cheeses, where sheep, cows, horses and even a donkey share the same roof.

The Slow Food Cycle Tour is a part of the Slow Food Vancouver movement, a sustainability organization which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions though smallscale farming food production.

Food tour a hit with visitors Bruce Heslop, Vancouver This is Heslop’s second year on the tour, after being drawn in by a similar tour in Pemberton.

"This gives you a reason to cycle and it's a pretty good reason. I'm a big fan of small farms."

Heslop says he doesn't like factory farming, and that the cycle tour shows sustainable farming is possible on little five-acre plots. What he likes most about the Slow Food tour is being able to talk to the farmers who actually work the land.

"It's like an adult lemonade stand," he said with a smile.

Coco Butler, Vancouver Butler was given the Slow Food tour as a birthday gift, and began by visiting the Holberg Dairy Farm.

Coco said she enjoyed learning about the processing of milk because people don't even think about what's involved while picking it up at their local grocery store.

"I think it's important to buy local and through that you get fresh food and it's better for the environment," she said.

Louise Webb, London, England Taking a vacation while London is immersed in the Olympics, Louise said she came on the tour with friends. Although she tried to eat locally grown food in London, it's difficult because it's quite expensive and doesn’t really guarantee the food is local.

She said it's nice to cycle around on the Slow Food tour because the food is fresh and "excellent."

"It also means you can eat as much as you like because you'll burn off the calories," she said with a delicious grin.

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The entire scientific branch here can be classified as peri-urban agriculture — essentially studying the impact of outlying urban areas on farming — according to Dr. Sankaran KrishnaRaj, director of operations since April 2011.

KrishnaRaj said the centre focuses on research important to growers associations — whether it be chemical, physical or biological — to compete in a global marketplace.

This year KrishnaRaj decided to coincide its open house with another food event, the Slow Food Agassiz Cycle Tour, in which cyclists visit a 25-kilometre circuit of local farms.

"It attracts not only the common people interested in the slow food cycle tour but also how the production of food works," he said, adding some people are surprised at the size and

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Six-year-old Tanner and 14-year-old Teren look at parasites on raspberry roots through a microscope at the Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre.

scope of the centre.

"Sometimes when they see us they are surprised we've been here 125 years and they didn't even know it."

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Some of the most popular wheat growing techniques and 40 per cent of the raspberry varieties found on supermarket shelves were developed in Agassiz, said KrishnaRaj. There are 22 research professionals and 21 technicians working on site, many on the cutting edge of agri-food research.

Dr. Dave Gillespie won the 2011 Gold Harvest Award from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for his breakthroughs in biological control agents.

As well as laboratories, greenhouses, and field crops, the centre hosts a poultry research facility, feedmill, insect rearing rooms, arboretum, a weather station that's been in operation since 1889, and a heritage barn from 1893.

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Thieves grab two trailers RCMP asking for public’s help in locating missing items The Agassiz RCMP are investigating the recent theft of two travel trailers.

The first one was stolen from the 7000 block of Elm Road on either late July 25 or early July 26.

The trailer is a 2010, 26-foot Arctic Fox with BC plate 291868.

The second trailer was stolen sometime overnight on July 29. The second trailer is

a 2007 Trail Bay white in colour. It is 27 feet long with BC plate 887355.

The RCMP is asking the public for any information they have regarding these thefts.

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the Agassiz RCMP. Anyone who may have noticed anything out of the ordinary, or realize now what you may have witnessed was actually a theft, is asked to call their local RCMP detachment.

The Agassiz RCMP (604-796-2211) is taking the thefts very seriously and the investigations are active.

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Grilled by Metro Vancouver politicians last Thursday, company reps called it misinformation in the media that diluted bitumen sinks in water, making a marine spill cleanup virtually impossible.

“The diluted bitumen and other products don’t sink,” said Mike Davis, Kinder Morgan Canada’s director of marine development and engineering.

“They’re less dense than sea water. They float.”

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If federal regulators approve the company’s plan to twin the 60-year-old pipeline and increase the capacity to 750,000 barrels, an estimated 300 tankers a year would go through Vancouver, up from about 70 now.

Kinder Morgan reps outlined tanker safety measures that include double hulls, segmented holds, two local pilots in command, the use of tethered tugs and a system to vet and inspect tankers for safety.

On land, Davis said staff fly the length of the pipeline in the Lower Mainland once a week and drive its length every two days in search of problems – and use of a leak detection system monitored in Edmonton.

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Communities prepare for Terry Fox Run Adrian MacNair THE OBSERVER

The annual Terry Fox Run is fast approaching, a day in which people across the country pick up the torch left by the iconic Canadian and run to raise money for cancer research.

Although June 28 marked the 31st year of his passing to cancer, Terry Fox remains a figure of enormous inspiration for his attempt to run across Canada and bring awareness to a disease that strikes roughly two of every five people.

This year, organizer Kim Richardson will be bringing the Marathon of Hope to the district of Hope.

Richardson said she has been involved in the run for the past six years and participates because most of the money raised actually goes to cancer research, and not the administration of the charity itself. “I’m also involved because it’s a good community event. It’s a nice way to bring community people together for a common cause. And, of course, we’ve all been touched by cancer,� she said.

The run starts at the Hope Recreation Centre and goes along Kawkawa Road to the lake, a roughly five kilometre route. Although not strictly wheelchair accessible, Richardson said it’s possible if the participant alters his or her route slightly. Don’t

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The Fox Run in Hope typically sees between 30 and 40 runners each year.

worry if you can’t run either, as most people actually jog or walk the route.

Although organizers are asking that dogs not be brought along, children in strollers or riding bicycles is fine.

Richardson said Hope typically sees between 30 and 40 runners bringing in about $1,500 for cancer research each year, though their banner year was in 2005 on the 25th Anniversary of the run when they had a turnout of 50

people. The run is led by Charlotte Rawlinson, a fitness instructor at the Rec Centre who will leave with a group, but Richardson said people are free to go at their own pace and a time of their own choosing.

Although Terry Fox passed away many years before some of the young people participating in the event were even born, Richardson says the message still resonates strongly. “It seems to be growing. And my hat goes off

The Terry Fox Run is set for Sept. 16 in communities across Canada.

to the schools. Because there’s not just the Terry Fox community run, there’s also the school run,� she said, adding her granddaughters, aged seven and six, have both learned about Fox in school and are excited to participate.

In Harrison Hot Springs, first-time volunteer Virginia Scarff is organizing the run after it was cancelled last year due to a family emergency by the organizer.

That disappointment spurred Scarff to action.

Although she’s not sure what the turnout will be like, she’s hoping for a strong response from the community.

For now, she’s still looking for donations or vendors in the community to put together a pancake breakfast or barbecue that might draw more people out.

The run itself begins at Harrison Plaza, heads down Lillooet Avenue to Eagle Street, continues along McCombs Drive, turning on Emerald Avenue, before returning along Hot Springs Road to the plaza. One circuit is five kilometres or you can do it twice for the 10 kilometre commitment.

Scarff, who has a spinal cord injury, says the route is wheelchair accessible and the roads are flat and level.

Scarff said it’s sad that Betty Fox, Terry’s mother, passed away last June, as she was one of the biggest supporters of the run and keeping her son’s legacy going in the minds of young people today.

“I think it’s just a matter of telling people who he was or showing people videos of what he accomplished and trying to give that inspiration to everybody,� she said.

The 32nd annual Terry Fox Run will be held across Canada on Sunday, Sept. 16. People in-

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To contact Richardson, call 604-869-2304 or email krichardson@ fvrd.bc.ca. To contact Scarff, call 604-4910996 or email ginger_ shayleen@yahoo.com.

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Opinion Uneven sentences Canada’s crime rate is at a 30-year low, but despite this good news story, people still feel the justice system is too lax on criminals.

Recent sentencings, like that of shamed senior RCMP officer Monty Robinson, give credence to people’s cries of foul.

For obstructing justice in the hitand-run death of Orion Hutchinson, he received a small conditional sentence and a temporary curfew.

This is in contrast to the sentencing of the Stanley Cup rioters.

Some young men being sentenced for taking part in the riot are receiving seven to nine months jail time for their part.

This may seem either harsh or just in the eyes of the public.

But in comparison, most child pornography convictions rarely receive jail time.

A conditional sentence is the most common sentence for the crime, even if the perpetrator is not just looking at child porn but distributing it.

Convicted pedophiles usually do see the inside of a jail cell, but sentences range and usually aren’t longer than two years — nothing in comparison

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to the lifetime conviction they have inflicted on their victims.

It is particularly troubling that in this study on crime rates, the offence which saw the largest increase was child pornography, which jumped 40 per cent in 2011 from 2010, say police.

Going hand-in-hand with this are sexual violations against children, which are on the rise as well.

The judicial system doesn’t appear to take sexual crimes against children as seriously as it does rioters or even tax evaders.

A recent sentencing of a Surrey man who went on a house robbing spree put him behind bars for eight years.

The provincial government wanted to send a strong message that those who riot will pay for the crime they committed. The message was heard loud and clear by our judges who by B.C. judicial standards, are handing down harsh sentences.

If our government can carry that kind of weight and influence with the provincial judicial system in sending a message of deterrence for rioting, can it not send an even stronger message to protect our children from predators?

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Help save people and get free cookies GUEST COLUMN Jenna Hauck On Saturday I saw one of my best friends. It wasn’t the typical visit of wine and movies on the couch. Instead, we sat on her kingsized bed and talked quietly about how lucky she was.

The day before, my friend was in a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 1 in Abbotsford. You may have seen it on the news, or read it in the paper, or online. There were at least eight vehicles involved.

She was the one extricated from her black Hyundai Accent after it was lodged under a dump truck.

Miraculously, she survived with no broken bones and was released from hospital the next day.

She did, however, receive three large lacerations to the back of head and lost four units of blood – nearly half the amount that’s in an

adult human body.

I found it strange that she wasn’t given blood at the hospital after losing so much, but the doctors told her she was healthy enough that her body could make new blood without much of a problem.

I’m also a healthy person and I too can make new blood without a problem. Mind you, I’ve never had to replenish four units of blood before, but I have lost one whole unit of blood before.

Twenty-five times.

See, I’m a blood donor. Recently I donated my 25th unit of blood – and afterwards while there I drank my 25th cup of tea and ate my 25th packet of cookies (because cookies and juice just don’t go well together, it has to be tea and cookies).

I was quite proud of myself that day. Geeky as it may sound, for a long time I was looking forward to receiving the small teardropshaped pin that us twenty-fivers get – a simple red pin with “25” on it.

And I was pleasantly surprised

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to open a letter a few weeks later to find a sparkly ‘bronze’ donor card with my name on it. I like to think of that card as something similar to a fancy platinum MasterCard that I can flash at people to show them how important I think I am.

But my 25th donation is nothing compared to many others.

“I was looking forward to receiving the small teardrop-shaped pin that us twenty-fivers get...”

Imagine donating 50 or 100 times.

My dear friend and former coworker, Penny Lett, told me that the next pin she’ll be getting is her 125th donation pin. Now that’s dedication!

But that’s the type of person Penny is — very caring and selfless. In fact, it was Penny who encouraged me to make my first

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donation about 10 years ago. I thought about it for a while, asking myself “why should I donate blood?”

Have I ever been a recipient of donated blood before? No. Has there ever been someone close to me who suddenly needed a blood donation? No. Was it because there was a sudden shortage of donated blood in Canada? No. I decided to do it because I can. Simple as that. Because I am eligible to donate blood.

I don’t know how many people I’ve helped by donating blood, but I do know that the process (about an hour to an hour and a half of answering questions, being tested, and waiting) is not that painful.

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I know many people who can’t donate blood for various reasons – they’ve lived in, or visited, foreign countries that are on the no-go list, they have medical issues, or (sad and discriminatory as it may be) they’re a homosexual male.

Someone I know won’t donate specifically because of the latter reason. I respect her choice, and I don’t agree with that restriction

by Canadian Blood Services either, but I still donate, and I do it for several reasons.

I donate because I know there is always a need for blood. I donate because I know my blood will in fact be used, never wasted. I donate blood because I want to.

But to me, the number one reason you should donate blood is if you’re eligible.

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If you are eligible, think about it. You could save many people’s lives.

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Development must be stopped "Enough is enough!" this should be the Village motto, not "Naturally Refreshed." Our Mayer and Council are selling us out. They are deliberately ignoring the wishes of the residents and addressing an agenda that appears all too suspicious.

Who is going to take a stand and stop the destruction of the Village?

A developer has somehow, although this is the worst kept secret in the Village, convinced our Mayor and Council to change the OCP to allow the destruction of forest and natural habitat so that a few can make a lot of money at our expense.

This is not about tax revenue or the need to grow. We don't have to lose our village status to appease a select few self-centered individuals (yes, you

know who you are).

No one in the populace of Harrison Hot Springs wants to see the destruction of the forest. No one wants more houses.

No one wants more traffic year round.

So, to our Mayor and Council…stop it now! Quit selling us out to a developer who has no interest in preserving our “Naturally Refreshed" location.

Why are we as citizens allowing this to happen? We need to voice our opinion and save our Village. Once development starts there will be no stopping it. This makes me sick, and I know I am not the only one who feels this way. You took an oath to protect the interests of the Village, Mayor and Council, so live up to it or leave office!

Bill Dietrich

Grant money must be spent on pump station The District of Kent would like to provide some clarification to a letter to the editor in the July 20, 2012 edition of the Observer regarding funding toward the Hammersley Pump Station upgrade.

Early this year we learned that the District was successful in achieving grant funding in the amount of $330,000. This money from the federal and provincial governments is provided to cover two-thirds of the cost of building a new floodbox and competing a detailed, shelf-ready design of a new pump station at the Hammersley site.

We are pleased this grant funding has been achieved. Without this federal and provincial tax money coming back into the community, the entire burden for this work would fall to the local taxpayer at the municipal level and; therefore, would simply not be feasible.

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The process for upgrading this aging infrastructure dates back to at least 1983. Since then there has also been a recognized need to increase pumping capacity. Grant funding was applied for based on recommendations from the drainage committee and with Council’s endorsement.

Senior government requirements are very specific when it comes to spending grant monies. Once received these dollars must be expended on the project applied for and cannot be diverted to other areas in spite of their merit. We all agree there are other areas in our community that may benefit from improvements to drainage.

As further clarification, the District at this point has not received grant funding in the amount of five to 15 million dollars.

John Van Laerhoven Mayor, District of Kent

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Bruce Busby, vice president of the Hang Gliding and Paragliding

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Busby stressed nobody from the HGPAC has seen any results from the investigation yet.

“I can only suspect they don’t want to prejudice the case for Jon Orders.”

Margit Nance, executive director of HGPAC in Vancouver, said even if the board received the report it wouldn’t be made public.

“We would not just willy nilly release that.

That would have to be determined whether that’s appropriate,” she said.

Nance said when the board receives the report the first person notified would likely be the lawyer for the pilot.

“We would be very careful and in fact we might very well hold the whole thing off until after the trial date as well, because for the same reason nobody wants inadvertently to affect in any way the proper carrying out of justice.”

Nance said that the HGPAC has an accident reporting system in place to learn from such incidents, though this circumstance is different because of the criminal charge.

“Every accident is definitely a learning opportunity for everyone and we take that very seriously,” she said.

The investigator in the accident is Martin Henry, a former president of the HGPAC, who has been working independently of the association in conjunction with the RCMP and the Coroner’s Office.

Henry is considered one of the pioneers of the sport. Over the past 40 years he has developed many of the safety protocols and aviation techniques used in the sport today.

“He has flown huge distances and yet he’s one of those finicky, particular pilots that always stays committed to safety,” said Nance, adding he really stresses the importance of the preflight check.

Although Busby said he knows people are curious to learn whether it was pilot error or equipment malfunction that was responsible for Godinez-Avila’s death, they’ll have to wait just a bit longer.

The trial for Orders is expected to get underway April 15, 2013.

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Hazelnut Cookies Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 2 baking sheets.

Beat ¾ c. sugar with ½ c. butter on medium speed for 5 minutes. Add 1 egg and beat until smooth.

Sift together 1¼ c. flour, ½ tsp baking soda and ½ tsp salt. Beat into butter mixture in 3 additions. Add 1 c. ground hazelnuts and ¾ tsp almond extract then mix until smooth.

Drop by tablespoon onto baking sheet. Brush with egg wash and press a whole hazelnut into each cookie.

Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Magpie’s Bakery Magpie’s Bakery started in 2010 when the McCurdy and Quintana families came together to produce and sell their handformed wholesome breads at the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market.

They believed in the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market’s “Make it, Bake it, Grow it” philosophy and wanted to contribute to the community where they live. In 2012 the Sohlberg’s joined the group and now the three families work together baking real breads made from basic and wholesome ingredients.

Magpie’s makes a wide range of breads from the traditional sandwich loaf, rustic artisan loaves, a dense Danish rye and chewy bagels. Other popular products include sourdoughs, whole wheat and multigrain loaves as well as several varieties of focaccia. A variety of sweet treats such as cinnamon rolls, buttery cookies and muffins are made fresh. Now in its third year, Magpie’s continues to bake old favourites, while adding new tasty treats using local ingredients like rhubarb, cranberry, or blackberry lime muffins and salmonberry jelly.

And don’t forget to try the famous Magpie Marshmallows homemade marshmallows made in a variety of flavours sure to suit everyone’s taste! Watch for Magpie’s Agassiz store opening this fall – supplying freshly baked goods to the area year round!

Still looking for local produce vendors, especially homegrown veggies & fruit. We will offer the Backyard Table again this year if there is interest (up to 3 people who have fresh garden products can pay $6 each to share a 10'x10' stall space for their extra veggies, for a maximum of 3 markets per grower. 1-2 days notice is required. Vendors are welcome to join any time during the summer and Junior vendors are also welcome. An application form can be printed from the Market website: www.agassizfarmersmarket.com as well as the contact information.

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What do you get when you cross a beautiful lakeside setting with some fabulous country music talent?

You get the 2nd Annual Harrison Hot Springs Bands on the Beach, that’s what!

This event was created to showcase local, upcoming, talented country music artists and give music lovers a gorgeous place to go to enjoy it.

While Labour Day weekend can be a busy one in Harrison Hot Springs, this event will ensure that visitors will leave with great memories and finish off the summer with a flourish.

As this is a two day event, it allows for visitors to enjoy just one day or to overnight at any of the local campsites, motels, B&Bs or hotels and enjoy the whole weekend.

Harrison Hot Springs is renowned for the Festival of the Arts and that means many people already know what a great spot this is for entertain-

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Todd Richard is one of the headliners at the annual Bands on the Beach.

ment and a toe tapping good time.

There are plenty of places to enjoy a delicious meal or a lighter snack, along with plenty of shopping venues. All you need to bring after that is a blanket or chair (or not, it’s not like you’ll be sitting down!)

Bands on the Beach is the brainchild of local country music star, Todd Richard and

local businesswoman and Village of Harrison Hot Springs Councillor, Sonja Reyerse.

They saw a niche for an event and knew they could tap into a lot of talent and wouldn’t have to look far to find it.

They’ve had incredible support from the local business community, despite times being a bit tight, as local businesses understand it takes spending

Check out Jecks at next Twilight concert Rock out at the Pioneer Park Twilight Concert Series this Wednes-

day, Aug. 8, from 6:30-8 p.m. with Dean Jecks.

The Vancouver-based

musician has been playing for over 25 years, or at least as far back as he

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money to make money and by helping bring about an event such as this, they will see more visitors to the community.

This year’s event is at the bandstand right on the beach, a stunning vista at this time of year, on Saturday, Sept. 1 and Sunday, Sept. 2. Performances begin at 2 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. both days. Headliners this year are none other than country recording artist Kenny Hess and Todd Richard and the TR Band.

Other bands performing are the Brent Lee Band, Ailsa Rose and the Band, Ken McCoy and the Snakeoil Band and Trevor Murray to name a few.

The BC Country Music Association (BCCMA) will be represented and will have cds as well as other merchandise of the bands’ for sale.

Other representatives you can expect to see are Curtis Pope from Country 107 radio, Star Fm radio and the Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer newspaper.

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Jecks covers numerous bands and popular songs spanning a wide range of genres, from country music to classic rock, and even blues.

His favourite songs to sing are the classics from the Beatles, but he’ll play songs from every era, from Tom Petty and John Mellencamp to Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn.

Jecks said he was privileged enough to see Vaughn play in Victoria a few years ago and later connected with him for a jam session.

He also counts Chuck Berry as an inpiration.

A frequent traveller all over Western Canada and the United States, Jecks has featured as

entertainment on cruise ships.

Although he’s mainly an electric guitar player, he can unplug and take it mellow, or switch to a banjo or a bass when the mood strikes.

You can watch videos about Dean Jecks at his website, www. deanjecks.8k.com, or on YouTube. His site also features a list of popular rock and country songs he performs.

The Pioneer Park Twilight Concert Series is presented by the District of Kent Community Services Department, and sponsored by the Agassiz Harrison Lions Club, Prospera Credit Union and Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer.

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Hit and run: What should you do?

ICBC requires people to do all they can to identify the unknown driver Being in a car accident is overwhelming at the best of times, but imagine how you would feel if the guy who crashed into you takes off and you have no idea who he is.

What are you supposed to do then?

Our Insurance (Vehicle) Act provides compensation for individuals injured in such a situation, but there are specific things you must do in order to protect your opportunity to

make that claim. people in the neighbourMost important of hood or in stores/coffee all, you must make all shops located close to “reasonable efthe scene who forts� to find may have seen the identity of something); the unknown driver and 2. Returning owner of the to the scene to vehicle he was post signs with driving. your contact Reasonable information efforts into locate witKIM BRISCOE clude: nesses;

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1. Talking to all witnesses at the scene (this includes

3. Running an advertisement in the local news-

papers looking for the name of the driver; 4. Providing written notice of the hit and run to ICBC as soon as possible, including details of why that person is at fault for the collision; and 5. Reporting the collision to the police.

The circumstances of each hit and run are different, so what is considered as “all reason-

able efforts� depends on the situation.

We know that if you had a chance to record the license plate number but never did, you unfortunately have probably not made reasonable efforts and that will be fatal to your claim.

The same is true if you did get the plate number but lost it.

ICBC has no duty to explain any of this to you. A personal injury lawyer will work with you to make sure you

Story time in the park continues Story Time in the Park is in full swing once again in the Fraser Cascade region. On Aug. 7, local credit union Envision Financial will be sponsoring and hosting the event being held in Hope.

Branch manager Cindy Helmer will be reading Robert Munsch’s “Up, Up, Down,� there will be popcorn for children and the financial institu-

tion will be distributing books to all families who attend. “The goal of Story Time in the Park is to make literacy accessible to everyone and to make reading fun for children,� said Helmer.

Story Time in the Park helps families discover the value of reading. All summer, parents are encouraged to meet at their local park between 11 a.m. and

1 p.m. to listen to a story with their child.

The schedule for Story Time in the Park is Mondays in Boston Bar at Family Place and Tuesdays in Hope at Memorial Park.

On Wednesdays in July, Story Time in the Park had been in Agassiz at Pioneer Park and on Wednesdays in August, the event will take place at Harri-

son Hot Springs.

The book list for the remainder of the season is: ¡ Week of August 15: Dancing Feet by Lindsey Craig and Marc Brown; ¡ Week of August 20: Hamsters Holding Hands by Kass Reich; ¡ Week of August 27: Doggy Walk Dance by Michelle Pelletier.

have made reasonable efforts to find the unknown driver. – Kim Briscoe is a personal injury lawyer

with the law firm of Waterstone Law Group LLP. She can be reached by e-mail at kim@ watertonelaw.com.

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A special THANK YOU to all of our participants, team captains, cancer survivors and caregivers, event day volunteers, sponsors and donors for giving their time and effort to the Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life event held at Lagoon and Beach on June 2, 2012.

A huge THANK YOU goes to our 2012 Relay For Life leadership team and planning subcommittees. Your hard work and dedication to the event is one of the key reasons we were so successful this year.

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

LOCAL EVENTS July United Church Services All Sundays throughout July, Rosedale and Agassiz United Churches will worship together at Rosedale United Church ( Old Yale Road) at 10:00 am Summer Reading Club Showtime @ Agassiz Library: Mad Science – Fire & Ice on Thursday, August 9 at 3:30 pm. Free, no registration needed. Bring a friend or 2 or 3!

Reading – Unbound! Learn how to use your eReader, iPhone, SmartPhone, iPad or tablet to access books NOT on paper. Book an appointment to learn how to access the library’s collection of free digital books. 604-796-9510

STORY TIME IN THE PARK SCHEDULE: Hope - August 7: Envision Financial will read “Up Up Down” & will do the entertainment Harrison - August 8: Terrill Scott will read “Up Up Down” & there’s entertainment!

Hope - August 14: Peter Bailey will read “Dancing Feet”, Theresa Williams will do a sing along Harrison - August 15: Allan Jackson will read “Dancing Feet” & there will be games!

Hope - August 21: Peter Flynn will read “Hamsters Holding Hands” & there will be a Talent Show Harrison - August 22: Ina Lanting will read “Hamsters Holding Hands” & there will be a Talent Show Hope - August 28: Parissa Aujl will read “Doggy Walk Dance” & there will be entertainment Harrison - August 29: Michelle Pelletier will read “Doggy Walk Dance” & there will be entertainment

GROUP 2 OF 4 Agassiz Monday Painters est.1961. Meet Harrison Community Social Club Dropevery Monday from 11am-3pm at Agassiz in every Thurs at Harrison Hot Springs United Church. FMI call Linda 604-794-5554 Memorial Hall, 10 am: cards, darts, games Better Beginnings: Pre/post natal education, & coffee. Contact Jacquie 604-796-3105 or nutrition and support. Lunch & childcare Suzanne 604-796-1269 provided. Tues. 10:30am to 12:30pm. 7272 Harrison Hikers Group offers 4 levels of hikes Morrow Road. FMI call Louisa at 604-796- every Wed(easy, light, moderate, strenuous) FMI call Ruth Altendorf 604-796-2084 0313 Bigfoot Toastmasters Club meets at 7pm every Monday evening at the Christian Reformed Church hall, 7452 Morrow Rd. Visitors always welcome. Agassiz contact: Sam Steenhuus 604-701-9068

Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Monday at 1 pm, Tuesday Bridge at 12:30 pm, Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Monday and Friday, Drop-in Floor Curling 7 pm Thursday

Kidz @ the Cross - Harrison Elementary - Thursdays 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 & 6 Registration & team leader - Carol Cartmell 604-793-0171 or gospelbrass@shaw.ca Coffee Break/Story Hour - a weekly Bible Crafts • Games • Lesson Study for ladies and children 0-5. Weds 9:30a.m. Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call 604-796-9474 Bingo – TUESDAYS Hosted by Agassiz Agricultural & Horticultural Association, Doors open at 5pm. Agricultural Pavilion.

Agassiz. 604-796-9075

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-5769734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca

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The Agassiz Harrison Senior Mens & Ladies Golf Clubs enjoyed a luncheon after their Texas Scramble Tournament. Thirty-six golfers took part in this year’s activities on July 24.

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Diet, exercise can improve mental fitness Good mental health is a vital part of which analyzed 500 research studies, overall good health and wellbeing. makes a persuasive a link between diet It is just as important to maintain good and mental health. It suggests that people mental health as it is to maintain good who eat a diet with too much sugar, too physical health. When we are mentally many trans-fats and not enough vitahealthy, we enjoy our life, our environ- mins, minerals and “healthy” fats seem to ment, and the people in it. We can be cre- be at higher risk for developing attention ative, learn, try new things, and take risks. deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), We are better able to cope with difficult Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and a times in our personal and professional range of depressive conditions. lives. We feel the sadness and anger that The message is not a new one but it is can come with the death of a loved one, perhaps the most forceful argument yet a job loss or relationship problems and for paying more attention to the nutriother difficult events but, in time, we are tion-mental health connection. What is able to get on with and enjoy our lives on the plate becomes the raw material for once again. the brain to manufacture hormones and According to the Canadian Health As- neurotransmitters that control our sleep, sociation (2011), three important ways mood and behaviour. If the brain is shortto improve your mental fitness are to get changed, intellectual and emotional pophysically active, eat right and take con- tential is also short-changed. trol of stress.

Stress can come from It is common knowlmajor events in life such edge that exercise enas getting married or “It is just as hances our physical changing jobs, or from important to condition and combats minor daily incidents, disease. But it has been such as job pressures or maintain good found that exercise also holiday planning. The has psychological ben- mental health as it things that cause you efits. may not be a probis to maintain good stress Exercise is increaslem for someone else. physical health” ingly becoming part of If you did not feel stress the prescription for treatof some sort, you would ment of depression and not be alive. anxiety. Exercise alone is not a cure but Good stress, such as winning a game it does have a positive impact. Therapists or going on vacation, can make you feel report that patients suffering from mild more involved and energized. But the to moderate depression who exercise reg- negative effects of too much stress associularly simply feel better and are less likely ated with being under pressure can affect to overeat or abuse alcohol and drugs. not only physical health but also mental Many studies show that people who ex- health. ercise report they feel less stressed or nerBecause everyone is different, there is vous even after as little as five minutes of no single way to cope with stress. The Caaerobic exercise such as walking or swim- nadian Mental Health Association webming. In fact, moods such as tension, fa- site has a wealth of resources on stress tigue and anger are all positively affected management and topics related to mental by exercise. health. Locally, there are health profesIt is known that eating a healthy bal- sionals who are available to advise you anced diet helps to reduce the risk of about any mental health matter. If you coronary heart disease, diabetes, certain or someone you know requires mental types of cancer and a range of other dis- health crisis intervention counselling, call eases and disorders. But, a 2005 study toll-free 1-877-820-7444. Available 24 – “Changing Diets, Changing Minds” hours/seven days a week.

– by the UK Mental Health Foundation, – submitted by Agassiz Community Health

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Mosquitos chased people out of Port Douglas 50 Years Ago, 1962 • Mount Woodside got a microwave relay tower in 1962. It was part of a CNR communication system, replacing their present telegraph facilities with 600 voice channels.

• In the second and final soccer match between the Copper Room team and the Kitchen, revenge was sweet. Both Kitchen goals came in the first five minutes of play. Copper Room answered with one goal in an evenly matched fast-moving game.

A. Cehea played for Gino Lanfranchi for the Cooper Room squad and R. Vaccani substituted for O. Annen on the Kitchen team.

• The news from Port Douglas was that the mosquitoes were so bad there everyone who could was leaving, now the logging camp was closed down.

• One of the Forestry speed boats had to limp down from Port Douglas with a badly bent shaft and a damaged propeller after driftwood damaged them. Logs and debris were a big problem in times of high water in early years, before steps were taken to catch it at the mouth of the Lilloett River and preventing it from reaching the lake.

– submitted by the Agassiz Harrison Historical Society

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with about two tablespoons vegetable oil and fry it, stirring continuously. After about five minutes add two cups of water, parsley, curry, paprika and salt to taste. Let it cook until all the water is gone. By then the lentils should be soft and the water gone. Mix both lentils and rice together and keep it on low heat. Cut the onions into small pieces and saute them in oil or butter – half and half is a good solution. Add them to the lentil/rice mixture. Add some more water if needed, salt, curry and paprika if desired.

Note: This can be eaten hot or lukewarm and can be prepared well ahead of time. It also can be frozen and reheated in the oven at 200 degrees, stirring occasionally.

And the iced buttermilk/lemon drink: Put one litre buttermilk, juice of one

lemon, sugar to taste and some ice cubes into the blender and blend. Tastes best served ice cold!

Naan bread: There is some excellent Naan bread available in most grocery stores and it is always good to have some in the freezer. Take it out when you need it and spread it on baking sheets. Sprinkle the bread with water and spread some melted butter on it. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and put the baking sheet on one of the uppermost racks. Bake for about four minutes or until light brown.

Fruit: Any fruit will do. I used grapes. Watermelons are very good in the summer and also help your digestion!

Salad dressings: For the sour cream/parsley dressing use oil, vinegar and salt as usual but add some sour cream and parsley. For the Mandarin orange/sesame dressing I cheated and used Kraft’s.

I also cheated with the barbecued chicken which I had bought all done – at the grocery store. When it is that hot we need all the help we can get! And, with the Dahl made ahead of time, this dinner is really easy on the cook!

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The other night we had friends over for a dinner with a Moroccan theme.

Far fetched, you think? Well, not really. It was a hot day here and most likely it was hot in Morocco, too. They like to eat healthy and so do we.

But, before I go on, I’ll let you know the menu: 1. Iced buttermilk/ lemon drink 2. Cucumber salad with sour cream/parsley dressing 3. Green leaf salad with orange/sesame dressing 4. Naan bread 5. Dahl and barbecued chicken 6. Fruit 7. Coffee and/or iced tea For the Dahl recipe, you need: 500 g. green or brown lentils.

One cup long grain red rice Parsley, dried Four large onions Salt, curry and paprika to taste Instructions: Put lentils and some salt in a large pot and cover with water.

Bring it to a boil, then turn it down to simmer until soft – about half an hour.

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WILSON PAULINE Pauline Wilson, born in the second week of February 1921 in Pine River Manitoba, went to be with the Lord on July 25, 2012. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Mary (Tom), Wanda (Larry), John and Carl (Kathryn), as well as her grandchildren Tommy (Taryn), Becky, Joseph (Elin) and Jennifer and great grandchildren Keagan, Macy and Charlee May. Pauline was predeceased by her husband Charles Wilson.

Pauline Wilson, known to most visitors at the Spring’s Cafe as Grandma Polly, arrived in Harrison as a young single woman. She fell in love with and married Charlie Wilson. Together they built the Spring’s Cafe and ran it as a team until Charlie died in a car accident in 1969. As a true sign of her ability to dig deep and work hard, Grandma managed to raise her children and successfully run the business for another three and a half decades. Grandma was so proud to have worked with all four of her children and all four of her grandchildren, until a fire destroyed the Cafe in 2005 and she was forced to retire at 84 years of age.

Grandma never stopped learning and playing. She carpet bowled, china painted, knitted, crocheted, quilted, gardened and cooked for her family.

Grandma loved her family and believed that memories were her most cherished possession.

Funeral Service was held on Thursday, August 2 at 1:00 pm at the Agassiz United Church, 6860 Lougheed Highway, with Reverend Mary Duncan officiating. Flowers gratefully declined. If you would like to make a donation in Pauline’s memory, please consider the Children’s Hearing and Speech Centre of BC (Children’s Hearing & Speech Centre of BC, 3575 Kaslo Street, Vancouver BC, Canada V5M 3H4). www.childrenshearing.ca/make_a_difference.

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Many thanks to all for the cards, flowers, hugs & best wishes on my retirement after 22 years at the Agassiz Dental office. I will miss greeting all of you from behind my desk & hope to see you out & about.

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PLUMBING

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 JACK RUSSELL pups 1F 1M. 9wks old Short legs, smooth coat. Dew claws done. $500. 778-883-6049 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

WG DRYWALL, renos, repairs, TBar ceiling & texture. 20 yrs exp.

Walter, (604)795-9074/604-997-9074

P/B Choc. lab puppies, 5M, 6F, born June 27, CKC reg. vet✓ $750.

604-217-6551 or 604-825-1730

300

PITBULL, female, 6 mth old, vet checked, 1st 3 shots done. Phone (604)864-2795

LANDSCAPING

PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx. 120 to 150 lbs. Call 778-552-1525.

knoke trucking

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt shingles, flat rfs. Cln Gutters $80. Liability Insur. 1-855-240-5362

356

SHELTIES SABLE COLOUR full white collars, selecting and caring for loveable precious puppies. Take pups home Aug 11 (604)826-6311

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RUBBISH REMOVAL 533

DISPOSAL BINS Residential & Commercial Services

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

542 320

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting, $45hr + gas.

(604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918

548

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable.

Rates. Different From the Rest.

604-721-4555.

• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage

GET THE BEST FOR YOUR MOVING From $40/Hr Licensed - Insured, 1 to 3 men. Free estimate/Senior discount. Residential & Commercial. 778-773-3737

We Recycle!

GO GREEN!

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733

Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Exterior Projects. Master Painters able, Efficient & Quality Paint.

374

TREE SERVICES

A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

PETS

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

GARAGE SALES

PETS

BOXER puppies ready Aug 12.

Choose early. Vet ✓ tails/dewclaws, 1st shots. $875. 604-882-7477.

551

GARAGE SALES

August 4th, 5th & 6th 10 am - 4 pm 988 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs

560

MISC. FOR SALE

YAR D SA LE

Agassiz, 2 bdrm available, $600/m + 1/2 DD, Aug. August 1. Call (604)798-7743 AGASSIZ: $625 1 bdrm, Mt. Cheam views, updated suite, elevator, new laundry facilities, storage locker, parking & walk to downtown Agassiz amenities. Discount for seniors & pet friendly. 604-367-8737.

AGASSIZ

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

851

1994 Cadillac Sedan Deville 188,000k. Aircared til Aug. 2013.

New tires. Good cond. $3450. 604607-5281.

1998-CHEV 3500 Dually, 7.6 L., 5 spd w/canopy. Low km, gd running cond, A/C $4800 obo 604-491-7759 1998 GMC SAFARI AWD, 8 passenger, 305,000 kms. Deluxe leather, trailer hitch. Aircared til Dec. ‘12. $2,800. obo. 604-856-2851

2005 HONDA CIVIC SE 4 dr auto a/c, c/w 4 new winter tires on rims, 2yr ext warr. $8000. 604-531-3562

2002 GMC 16ft Cube Van w/loading ramp. 6.5L Diesel, auto, 250k, asking $12,000: (604)289-2629

2006 JETTA 2.0T 73,000 kms. fully loaded, org owner. s/rf hid hd/lights, dsg auto. $14,900. 604-307-9159.

2008 Honda Civic, 2dr, auto, a/c, 95,000km, extended warranty installed halo HID and sub woofer, excellent condition. $16,000 firm.

604-796-2219 2011 NISSAN VERSA 4/dr h/back, auto, 25,000/km, red, many options, $8800/firm. 604-538-9257.

838

T. Marlowe Manor Spacious 1 bdrm available now.

RECREATIONAL/SALE

2008 FORD 350, diesel. Black. $27,000. Call 604-589-6032 or 604807-6022

604-796-8760

736

HOMES FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION 806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1974 VW BEETLE COVERTIBLE,4 spd.

Looks & runs good. May trade. $3,800 obo. 778-908-5164.

809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

CAR DOLLY - Excellent condition, fits 64.5” wide with magnetic lights. $575 obo. Call 604-869-6454

810

AUTO FINANCING

1991 SUNCREST, 34’ Sunliner M/H, basement mod, just like an apt. $8000 obo. Call (604)869-3355 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 1997 CHEV SILVERADO, 2500 long box, remote entry and engine start, air bags, very good condition and 1992 10’ Slumber Queen camper, stove, fridge, shower, all in working order. $8400. obo. Call (604)869-3594 1998 Immaculate SLUMBER QUEEN Adventure-8 ft camper, queen bed, sink, 3 burner stove, flush toilet, pull down table for 2nd bed. Furnace, 3-way fridge also comes with propane tank, rear steps, 12 v electrical cord. Ext. mirrors. Fits half ton truck. $6300: Call Tom after 6pm Mission (604)8264647 2009- Super Lite- 26 FT Grey Wolf Trailer - 1 slide out, sleeps 6, a/c, 3 piece bath, full kitchen. 15 ft awning. $16,000: (604)532-0726

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

REAL ESTATE 603

Metal Recycling Ltd. We Pay CA$H For •Auto •Scrap Metals •Batteries •Machinery •Lead

Scotty 604-313-1887 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

STEEL BUILDING - HUGE CLEARANCE SALE! 20X24 $4,658. 25X28 $5,295. 30X40 $7,790. 32X54 $10,600. 40X58 $14,895. 47X78 $19,838. One end wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

MORTGAGES

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

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

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

2003 Buick Century loaded, aircared private, perfect condition. $5900 obo. 778-565-4334 2003 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER special edition, sun roof, blk. on blk. leather $3650 / 604-309.3135

Saturday, August 4th from 8:30am - 1 pm 9857 Barber Drive, Chilliwack

2003 SUNFIRE, 2 door coupe. Aircared. 195 kms. 5 speed. $2,700 obo. Call 604-556-6889.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE www.dannyevans.ca

1997 Toyota 4Runner: Great family 4x4, 3.4 litre V6 with 260,331 km. Running boards, tow package, sunroof and windscreen add flexibility for hauling and holidaying. Air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, alloy wheels, dual front air bags/ABS brakes, newer timing belt, tires and service history. $6,000 OBO. Call 604-521-4932 and leave message.

1997 CHEV P/U EXT CAB 3 door auto fully loaded ST#256 $3,995 2005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab. Power stork diesel 4X4, auto, long box. ST#125 $6900 2007 FORD F150 reg cab V6 auto long box ST#205 $10,900 2005 GMC SLE CREW cab 4X4 auto diesel long box, loaded ST#218 $11,900 2001 FORD F350 Dually 4X4 crew cab XLT 7.3L pwrstrk diesel ST#130 $11,900 2008 FORD F150 REG CAB 4x4 auto long box ST#207 $11,900 2007 FORD RANGER 4X4 auto super cab st#193 $12,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel long box ST#238 $12,900 2005 FORD F250 CREW cab Lariat leather diesel 4X4 auto ST#246 $13,900 2007 CHEV 2500 HD quad cab 4X4 auto gas, shortbox, fully loaded ST#267 $15,900 2007 DODGE RAM 3500 crew cab 4X4 auto diesel Cummins long box ST#257 $16,900 2005 CHEV 2500 HD LS crew cab Duramax diesel leather 4X4 auto ST#190 $16,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather diesel 4X4 auto st#266 $17,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather 4X4 auto diesel ST#164 $17,995

33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038

604-855-0666

www.keytrackautosales.com

2009 Saturn Astra XE, 4 dr h/b.

Automatic. Options. Silver. 18,000 kms. $7800/firm. 604-538-4883

851

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1995 DODGE Caravan 208,000 kms. auto. Aircared, alarm. Runs good. $1300 obo. 604-556-6889.

912

1989 MERCEDES E300 soon to be collector status, 6 cyl auto, $1600 obo 604-302-0985

1997 Odyssey 333,750K 1 owner new timing belt, water pump gd brks & battery $2500 604-855-3603

19’ ALUMINUM JET RIVER BOAT. 60 hrs on new Mercury 6.2. Elec anchor winch. $30K. 778-855-4023

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

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in August $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

1987 CAMARO 2.8, just AirCared.

Looks excellent and runs excellent, $1295. Call: (604)866-6168.

bikes | bike parts & gear | furniture books | small appliances games & kids' stuff

469 Naismith Ave. Harrison Hot Springs Saturday, August 18 th

2002 KIA RIO RX-V 4dr auto, hatch back st#245 $2400 1995 HONDA ACCORD 4dr sdn, auto, fully loaded ST#247 $2495 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4dr sdn auto ST#242 $2500 1998 HONDA ACCORD 4dr auto leather sdn ST#215 $2900 2000 DODGE NEON 4DR auto sunroof, runs good ST#147 $2995 2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr auto st#195 $2995 2002 FORD WINDSTAR sport 7 pass auto Aircare ST#108 $3495 2002 CHEV CAVALIER 4dr auto sdn st#208 $3995 1999 HONDA ODYSSEY 7 Pgr van, auto, Aircare fully loaded ST#259 $4500 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4dr auto 4X4 runs good ST#221 $4900 2003 CADILLAC CTS 4dr sdn auto fully loaded ST#237 $4900 2002 BUICK GRANDVIEW 7 pass auto ST#214 $5900 2006 DODGE MAGNUM 4dr wagon auto fully loaded ST#106 $6900

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

Chilliwack restaurant for lease/sale, licensed. 20 years of established clientele. Price reduced - owner motivated! 604-799-5509

636

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:

ACREAGE

20 Acres - Only $99/mo. $0 Down, Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas, Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee! Free Color Brochure. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

627

2003 CHEV SUBURBAN Z71, black, rebuilt trans. w/warranty, used eng. new B.J. & brakes. Inspected $7995obo 604-826-0519 2006 GM Uplander. 7 seater van. $3200. Good condition. Gold.

180,000 kms. (778)241-2037

Ask about our seniors discount.

Pets upon prior approval.

MISSION. BEAUTIFUL 2 Bdr. & 1.5 Bth. Heritage home fully modernized to a high executive standard for rent. Two minutes from West Coast express, downtown shopping and dining. Energy efficient, minimal utilities. Grt. storage. Wsh/dyr., dshwr. Covered patio, fully fenced yard, wind. cov., parking, sm. pet ok, no smk. $1400/mth. email: wgswan2@hotmail.com Avail. Sept.

1/12.

TRUCKS & VANS

2000 HONDA ACCORD, black, executive driven, dealer maint. 240K, great cond $5950 604.826.8606

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

(across from the Holiday Park)

SALE

AGASSIZ- 1 BDRM APT. Ground floor unit, totally reno’d (fixtures, appl & paint, etc.) Quiet, well-maint, cls to amenities. $580/m DD & util.

Avail. Aug. (604)798-5557

TRANSPORTATION

BOXER PUPPIES! First shots, tails docked, ready to go! $700. 604302-3707

GARAGE & ESTATE SALE

GARAGE

2 b/r bsmt apt East-Abby $1050/mth. 5 full appliances. 1Yr Lease No Smoking No Pets.

Available immediately. Email for pics & more. robynraynault@gmail.com

MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

Tree removal done RIGHT!

(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

551

FURNITURE

A NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET Still in Original Plastic! Must Sell!

Only $125 - CALL: 604-484-0379

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk.

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

706

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

CHERRY JUBILEE Sour Cherries 2017 - 272nd St., Aldergrove.

Opening Sat. Aug. 4th - Fri. Aug. 10 8:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.

Call to Order: 604-856-5844

MOVING & STORAGE

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reli778.344.1069

FERTILIZERS

RENTALS

MARINE

TRUCKS & VANS

BOATS

.Canadian Bar Association Dial-A-Law Access free

IN the matter of dispostion of #243201 Lougheed Hwy, Deroche, BC, V0M 1G0 Leq’a:mel First Nation will accept sealed bids via in person or Canada post @Leq’a:mel First Nation-43101 Leq’a:mel Way, Deroche, BC, V0M 1G0. If bidder intends to apply for tenancy, please identify at the time of bid, as there are requirements to be fulfilled.

Tenancy does not permit sublets.

This mobile can be removed at the expense of the successful bidder if needed.

To confirm goods available, it is a single wide mobile with the Manufactured Home Registry #43133. Document number B98199. This sale is to recover costs incurred to date and minimum bid is set at $13,000. If you have any questions, please contact Leq’a:mel First Nation 604 8267976 or barb@leqamel.com Sealed bids will be accepted until August 31st, 2012. Full payment upon selection required. Certified check or bank draft only.

16 Agassiz Harrison Hope Observer Friday, August 3, 2012

Sutton Harrison Hot Springs Where Happy Memories Last Forever!

604.491.1060

marksL@sutton.com LOOKING FOR NEW OWNERS!

Experience true country living on these 8 acres .

The property comes with 2 homes, several outbuildings, a green house, barn and approximately 5 acres planted in mature hazelnuts.

McCallum Road, Agassiz/ MLS# H1202286 / $969,000 WATERFRONTS/HOUSES/CONDOS/APARTMENTS Anahim Lake, 3 bed/2bath on 3 acres, timber framed, southern exposure Reduced .......................... $89,900 Quesnel Lakefront Cottage, Likely, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, great setting, year round access ................. $99,000 Greven, Germany, River frontage, Nice weekender, close to Muenster SOLD ............................. $148,000 Clearwater, two new un¿nished cabins, 6 acres, lots of wildlife, close to park................................... $189,000 HorseÁy, almost new log home, guest cabin, work shop SOLD .................................................... $236,900 Harrison Hot Springs, 2 bedroom apartment with great lake views, motivated seller Reduced ....... $212,900 Waterfront Scum Lake, 4.07 acres, self-suf¿cient weekender, top notch, great buy......................... $269,000 HorseÁy, BC, big house with 8 bedrooms and great B&B potential ................................................... $329,000 Harrison Hot Springs, 4 bed, 2 bath, 2,324 sqft home, energy ef¿cient R-2000 Reduced ............... $289,000 Agassiz, 4 bedroom rancher, big lot, 1870 sqft. walking distance to all amenities ............................. $323,900 Clearwater, log home, 115 acres, not in ALR, beside Wells Grey Park, great weekender ................. $349,000 Waterfront Canim Lake, 17 acres, 200m to waterfront, 2900 sqft. off grid SOLD ........................ $589,000 Hope, Elegant riverfront rancher, 50 ft river frontage, 1700 sq.ft. ¿lled with luxury! ............................ $779,000

SAFE FOR CHILDREN & PETS AND ENERGY EFFICIENT!

This fully fenced home will give you peace of mind knowing that your kids and pets are safe. A home on a quiet cul-de-sac street with no major roads to pass for your children to reach school. This R 2000 home was one of the ¿rst energy saver homes in the valley.

Naismith Avenue, Harrison / MLS# H1200966 / $289,000 COMMERCIAL Clinton, Commercial Store and double lot (14,095 Square feet) Reduced .........................................$119,000 Fort St. James, Witch Lake ¿shing guiding territory .......................................................................... $125,000 Anahim Lake, Motel on 18 acres, separate Home, Restaurant building, subd. potential................... $325,000 Quesnel, Commercial building approximately 3800 sqft., exposure on Hwy 97 ................................. $360,000 Hunting OutÀtting Business Alberta, Rocky Mountain area Reduced ............................................ $399,000 Wells, White Cap Inn, 34 units, great income, growing mining village, motivated seller .................... $599,000 Hope, 2.5 acre commercial property with highway frontage ............................................................... $649,000 Oceanfront Bella Coola, 31 acres, huge warehouse, downtown, Marina possibility .......................... $680,000 Ashcroft River Inn, 33 room Hotel with Restaurant, Pub & Banquet rooms, CAP 12% ................ $1,500,000

SELL THE LAWN MOWER

But you will want plenty of Àowerpots for the sunny terrace of this light and bright 2BR Condo facing the beach!

Esplanade Avenue, Harrison/ MLS# H1101720 / $212,900 Reduced

FARMS & RANCHES Strouse Meadow Ranch, Creek front, Chilcotin, 160 acres, great retreat, wildlife & more................ $200,000 Spring Meadow Ranch, 160 acres, new un¿nished house, off grid, very private .............................. $249,900 Shell Lake, 437 acres with two homes and several outbuildings ....................................................... $439,000 Ross Meadow Ranch, Williams Lake, 485 acres, 3 titles, surrounded by crown, wildlife ................. $434,000 Nimpo Lake -160 acre farm with 3 homes/outbuildings/indoor swimming pool ................................. $459,000 Schuk Ranch, Chilcotin, 2 log homes, several outbuildings, 40 acres, picturesque setting .............. $549,000 Fraser River Serengeti, 70 acres, river access, set up as lodge, great guest ranch potential ......... $585,000 Black Sheep Ranch, 159 acres, Sawmill, wood lot, log home, guest house, studio building ............ $749,000 Marguerite Farm, Riverfront, Quesnel, 470 acres SOLD ............................................................... $875,000 School House Ranch, 100 Mile House, 2 log homes, 625 acres, ¿ve minutes to city, ..................... $849,900 Bar M7 Ranch, Williams Lake, 2267 acres, grazing lease, 19 titles, no buildings .......................... $2,700,000

PRIVACY AWAITS YOU! COUNTRY HOME ON 1.56 ACRES

The custom country home with its 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is situated on a quiet country road surrounded by a landscaped yard. A heated and insulated 40x54 ft shop is in place with 220 power and 3 bay doors.

Sweatman Road, Agassiz / MLS# H1201956 / $489,900

Freddy Marks & Linda Marks

LODGES / RESORTS AND BED & BREAKFASTS Fishing Guiding and Wildlife Viewing Business in Central BC, established client base ...............$125,000 Established Fishing Guiding Business in Quesnel BC, great client base .......................................$125,000 Thuya Lakes Lodge, Little Fort, surrounded by 30 lakes , ONLY resort in the area Reduced .........$599,000 Continental Divide Lodge in Canada’s Yukon, motel, restaurant , RV park & house ....................$750,000 Elysia Resort / Quesnel Lake, 18 motel rooms / cabins 60 seat restaurant .................................$1,275,000 Cougars Crag Extreme B&B Victoria, a real beauty with solid client base ..................................$1,550,000 Boulder Beach Glacier View Lakefront Resort, Kootenay Lake, superb B&B ............................$2,400,000

AIN`T WHAT IT SEEMS From the street. This 4 bedroom

rancher with basement looks like just another ¿ne home on a quiet street. It has been freshly painted, new Àooring has been put down and the roof is only 2 years old. Located on a spacious 0.34 acre lot.

Vimy Road, Agassiz/ MLS# H101955/ $323,900 Reduced LAND Quesnel, Nazko area, 26.68 acres holding property with easy hwy access, good hunting .................$59,900 Lakefront, Miner Lake, Cariboo, 40 acres, great hunting, easy access, Crown land ........................$65,000 Williams Lake, 0.69 acre building lot, golf course subdivision ............................................................$65,000 Moose Meadow Ranch, Williams Lake 68 acres, off grid, two titles, great hunting ...........................$70,000 Williams Lake, 80 acres of the grid, great outdoor property, lots of wildlife ........................................$75,000 Quesnel, Nazko Region, 280 acres, great buy with a VERY motivated seller ...................................$84,900 HorseÁy Bay, Semi Lakefront, 5 acres, very beautiful recreational property .....................................$89,000 150 Mile House 80 acres of good holding & hunting property, VERY motivated Seller .......................$99,000 Creek front, Williams Lake 40 cares, good timber and hay¿eld, rustic cabin, off grid SOLD .........$89,900

WISH NO MORE

For all your dreams come true in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath Fraser River front rancher. We`re not going to list its features because this 1,700 square foot home has them all and more. Call, look and see, we`re right.

Water Avenue, Hope/ MLX# H1201640 /$779,000 LAND HorseÁy 5 acre commercial lot right on main hwy., great investment. ................................................$95,000 Hope, Building Lot Thacker Mountain great mountain & town views, motivated seller Reduced .....$98,900 McLeese Lake, Lakefront lot, great building site, serviced, ..............................................................$129,000 Chilcotin, Semi Waterfront, One Eye Lake, 160 acres bargain!! SOLD ........................................$125,000 Oceanfront Lot Vancouver Island, Port Hardy / Coal Harbour.........................................................$129,900 Waterfront Lot 1 McLeese Lake great ¿shing, easy paved road access Reduced ..........................$140,000 Clearwater, 57.24 acres, not in ALR, subdivision & ranch potential, beside a provincial park ..........$150,000 Waterfront Lot 6 McLeese Lake great ¿shing, easy paved road access Reduced ..........................$150,000 Lytton, 67.9 acres high bank waterfront at Canada’s hot spot Reduced ...........................................$153,000 Lytton, 74.73 acre highway frontage at Canada’s hot spot Reduced ................................................$153,000 Big Lake 12.8 acre property with brand new 25x40 steel building, natural pond/lake ........................$195,000 Clearwater, 20.65 acres, Creek front, ideal recreational property, beside Wells Gray Park ..............$199,000 Waterfront Lot 10 McLeese Lake great ¿shing, easy paved road access Reduced ........................$150,000 Waterfront Lot 11 McLeese Lake great ¿shing, easy paved road access Reduced ........................$150,000 Monte Lake, River frontage, 21,57 acres, hobby ranch property, close to Kamloops .....................$269,000 Lakeview Property with great views over HorseÀy Lake, subdivision potential, 16 acres ................$425,000 Chilliwack River Frontage, 3.72 acres, with mobile home, picturesque setting on salmon habitat Reduced ...$649,000

A LOT TO LOVE

The perfect site for your future. This 0.146 acre in the estate section of Thacker Mountain has a view that must be experienced. Utilities, an engeneering report and house plans are available and it’s ready for you at $98,900.

Thacker Mountain, Hope/ MLS# H1201931/ $98,900 Reduced

STREET SMART?

2.5 acre Commercial property on Flood Hope Road. C-2 highway commercial zoned. A septic ¿eld/ tank and well are in place and servicing a 2 bedroom newly build home.

Flood Hope Road, Hope/ MLS# 3120144 / $649,000

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