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An erratic, alcoholfueled mountainside drive led to a crash that ended a life Saturday evening in Harrison Hot Springs. A 19-year-old Delta man was killed after the car he was riding in lost control and hit a parked SUV near the breakwater on Rockwell Drive. After hitting the SUV, the car hit a chain link fence and a hydro pole. Agassiz RCMP Sgt. McCarthy said alcohol and speed was definitely a factor. "There were several witnesses," he said, and ample evidence to proceed with drunk driver charges. The driver is also from Delta, and about 17 years old, he added. The driver and a second passenger, a 17 year old girl from Surrey, were injured seriously injured in the crash. The trio was in a black 2007 Honda Civic Coupe, driving southbound on Rockwell at about 7:30 p.m. when they crashed. A witness told the Observer that two helicopters, four ambulance, a dozen police cars along with several DAVID MORRISON / CONTRIBUTOR accident investigators were on scene. All three One of two air ambulances lands at Harrison Lake on Saturday night to transport three victims of an MVA on Rockwell Drive. were airlifted out to One man died after being airlifted. Royal Columbian in New Westminster. incidents and trouble with throwing parties in local and parents as informed as of young people got out of Power in that area of the police through the campgrounds. possible. So often the young control at a West Harrison Harrison was out until 4 summer, McCarthy said. "At this time of the year adults that are involved in camping area. a.m., and Rockwell Drive And many of those seeking much of the activity up the alcohol related incidents are Drinking near the lake was closed to public until to wreak havoc in Harrison's lake is graduation related, good kids that make bad also increases the chances of just after midnight, leaving backyard are teenagers from but the ages range from 17 choices with potentially fatal water-related deaths, as has residents in town longer the lower mainland. happened in several recent to mid 20s and beyond," consequences." than expected, and campers A letter that he circulates summers. To help cut down the he said. "Metro Vancouver in the West Harrison area number of visitors, he works school staff have limited around Vancouver warns Police are patrolling the stuck at their campsites and with school superintendents controls over where students of impending charges and area regularly, and turning recreational sites for hours. throughout the Vancouver travel in their off hours but impounded vehicles, such away campers and visitors Out of town visitors are area, giving out information we partner with schools to as was the case in April this once campgrounds are full, more likely to be in traffic of the dangers of try to make young adults year when a large group McCarthy said.

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Abby man deemed ‘long-term offender’ Sidney Robinson stabbed Holy McFadden to death in 2007

A 54-year-old Abbotsford man who stabbed a woman to death in the foyer of her Harrison Hot Springs home in 2007 fits the criteria of a dangerous offender, but was sentenced last Thursday

as a long-term offender instead. Sidney Andrew Robinson was sent to jail by a B.C. Supreme Court Justice for a total of 12 years - but will effectively serve only four years when

double credit for time already served in custody is factored in - followed by 10 years of “close supervision” under the long-term offender designation. Robinson was found

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guilty of manslaughter on March 18, 2011 for the slaying of Holly McFadden, a 54-yearold teacher, on June, 29, 2007. Robinson had met McFadden at a New Year’s Eve party that year, just after he’d been released from the psychiatric ward of the MSA hospital in Abbotsford where he was treated for a mental breakdown. But he was also under treatment for a brain-injury suffered in a motorcycle accident in 2000. McFadden befriended the man one forensic psychologist at trial described as a “ticking time bomb” with poor impulse control due to the brain injury. He also had a string of convictions for violent crimes against women, including sex assault and robbery. But on Thursday Justice Brian Joyce said he was satisfied, based on expert testimony at trial and by reports of Robinson’s behavior while in custody over the past four years, that there is a “reasonable possibility” Robinson will respond

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Holly McFadden was killed by Sidney Robinson, who has been declared a long-term offender.

to treatment programs in prison, and to others while under supervision, to gain the self-control needed to ensure the protection of the public. Crown counsel had argued at earlier hearings that only dangerous offender status – which would have kept Robinson in custody for an “indeterminate” time – could guarantee protec-

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tion of the public, in light of the permanent brain damage. But on Thursday Joyce said Robinson’s “remorse” for killing McFadden – one of his few friends – his conduct in custody over the past four years, especially his consistent use of medication prescribed for depression, gave him “optimism” that Robinson would do

well when released into the community, under “close” supervision. “He cannot be cured for his traumatic brain injury,” Joyce said. But he added that Robinson will likely live in a halfway house during the 10year supervision order, and there are treatment programs designed specially for brain-injured people. The justice also said that Robinson will be nearly 70 years old when the supervision order expires, and age is a factor in committing violent crimes. “I’m satisfied that (age) is something to be taken into account in this case,” he said. McFadden’s two sisters and a brother-inlaw, who have attended nearly every day of court hearings since 2007, were at the Chilliwack courthouse Thursday but chose not to comment immediately on the sentencing. A former commonlaw wife of Robinson’s has also attended court hearings, but she also chose not to comment on Thursday.

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Fraser not at risk of flooding yet Harrison watershed could cause trouble this spring Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Despite its murky brown colour and swelling banks, the Fraser is not at risk of flooding in the Agassiz area, says Roger Poulton. As the district emergency coordinator, he keeps daily tabs on the ebbs and flows of rivers, snow pack and weather forecasts. While flooding is on the minds of many locals, he says it’s not time to panic. In fact, his rule of thumb is that people should never panic. “People should always be prepared anyway,” he says, “for any contingency.” As of last Friday, the Fraser was actually dropping in levels. Like other flood monitors in the Fraser Valley, Poulton watches the Fraser levels in Prince George, which are a good indicator for Agassiz. While that area was at risk earlier this spring, as of early this week

the waters had receded. Poulton hopes that mild trend continues, and the snow in the mountains melts at a steady rate. The best case scenario, any spring, is that the weather stays consistently mild, allowing the river to fill to its top and drain the mountains out evenly. The time to worry is when we have several days of searing hot temperatures, he says — something that hasn’t been forecasted yet. “I’m just not that concerned yet,” he says, adding that spring is four weeks behind. “It’s coming off nicely right now.” What may be at more risk than the Fraser this year is the Harrison watershed, he says, including the Miami River. That water system comes from the Birkenhead region, which flows from Lillooet into Harrison Lake, and out through the rivers and streams. Harrison is

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The Miami River is filling up and widening to the reaches of homes along its banks, but hasn’t created any trouble yet.

also at a lower elevation than Agassiz. And there is a lot of snow up in those mountains still, Poulton says. “The floodgates at Harrison are at 13 metres,” he says, and last

Friday the water level was hovering just over 11 metres. Still, he urges people to remain calm and get familiar with their emergency plans. “My concern always

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is the number of people who think that masses of help will show up at their door,” he says. As has been shown in news coverage in the many disasters around the world in the past year, it could be three days or longer before residents receive assistance. Once a state of emergency is declared, an emergency centre is set up and the emergency task force creates a plan to methodically, and safely, help those in trouble. Here are a few things you can do now, to help get through the first few days of any emergency. T Have a plan to care for your pets. There is no shelter set up in the Agassiz Harrison area to handle pets in a wide-

spread emergency, and they will not be allowed to stay with you at an emergency shelter. T Have a family meeting place, and review it often with your children and other family members. T Learn first aid. However much you can help yourself, your family and even your neighbours, the sooner emer-

gency personnel can deal with major injuries and emergencies. T Learn the location of your gas and water shut off switches, floor drains, electrical panel and fire extinguisher (or purchase one). T Start building an emergency kit. For more information on what you’ll need, visit www. getprepared.gc.ca.

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Wanted man captured on logging road Blackberry Clean-up @ Teacup Corner Thursday, June 9 at 9 am Volunteers needed & appreciated. Wear appropriate clothing.

Police tracked sex offender via ATM use Vikki Hopes BLACK PRESS

A police search of Hope and the surrounding areas has turned

up an Abbotsford man wanted on a Canadawide warrant. James Douglas Campbell, 60, was arrested

without incident by Abbotsford Police just after 4 p.m. on Monday. He was located riding a bicycle on a logging road

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Agassiz/Harrison Early Childhood Development Committee would like to thank all of the families, presenters & sponsors of the 8th Annual Children's Development Service & Safety Fair on May 25th. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What you teach us early on will end up lasting all life long!â&#x20AC;?

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run out of cash and could rely on others for money, transportation and accommodation. Campbell was wanted for violating his parole conditions after failing to return home on May 27. He had been released from prison on May 11 after serving a 24-year sentence for sexual offences against three girls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ages 12, nine and seven. He abducted one of them while she was walking to school. His criminal history also includes theft, break-and-enter, forgery and illegal possession of a firearm. Upon his release, Campbell was living in Abbotsford with his 90-year-old wife. The Mission and Upper Fraser Valley RCMP assisted in the investigation.

Two-week break for 2012 Agassiz and Harrison students will get an extra week off at spring break again, as a cost saving measure for School District 78. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are going to continue with the two week spring break,â&#x20AC;? superintendent Dr. Karen Nelson told the Observer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a cost saving issue, and also a result of a survey of our students,â&#x20AC;? she said. The district had put a survey online before making the decision at the May 3 school board meeting in Hope. Spring break in 2012 will run from March 12 to 23. The decision is expected to save the district $61,000, and is in line with the majority of respondents to the survey. Almost 66 per cent said they still supported going to an alternate school calendar as a money saving initiative and 73.5 per cent support the continuation of the longer spring break. Only seven per cent responded not in favour of the two-week break.

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near Yale and the Fraser Canyon. Const. Ian MacDonald said several members of the public reported seeing Campbell in the area after police released information earlier today that he had used ATMs and purchased products at convenience stores in Deroche (east of Mission) and Hope. MacDonald said Campbell had been in Deroche last Wednesday. Police accessed banking information and obtained surveillance video of him using an ATM and buying items at a convenience store. Campbell was next tracked to Hope, where he visited a convenience store at about noon on Sunday. MacDonald said police were concerned because Campbell had

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This weekend is a great chance to get out and watch some live, local baseball action. Jimmyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Two-Pitch League is holding their midseason tournament at the Agassiz ball diamonds this Saturday and Sunday. Games start at 9 a.m. each day, and run until the evening, with a final Saturday game start of 7 p.m. and final Sunday game start of 5 p.m. Oasis Bistro will be set up with a barbecue concession, and refreshments will be available on site. The leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entire 13 team roster is set to play, with players from Agassiz, Harrison, Hope, Boston Bar, Chehalis and Seabird Island. The league normally plays throughout the week, Mondays through Thursday at the Agassiz ball diamonds. The season started May 9 and wraps up July 15. Get coverage of your local sports team by emailing news@ahobserver.com or by phoning us at 604-7964302.

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Another inmate Farm Fresh Market open for business stabbed at Kent Open to sellers who make, bake or grow their own products Staff Writer

There was an inmate assault at Kent Institution on May 30, resulting in a “modified routine” at the maximum security institution. Staff responded to a cell call at about 8:15 p.m. that night, where an inmate was discovered in his cell with stab wounds. The area was quickly secured, prison officials said, and first aid was administered to the victim. He was moved to the prison’s health care area, and then taken to an outside hospital. He is now in satisfactory condition, and no other staff or inmates were injured during the incident. Two weapons were retrieved from the scene, and two assailants have been identified and placed in segregation. RCMP and the security intelligence office are investigating. There was a similar incident just days prior, when an inmate was stabbed in the evening, and rushed to hospital for surgery. Three assailants were identified in that incident, on May 26. Both Kent and Mountain Institutions have undergone warden changes recently, with changing over ceremonies at both prisons happening today (Thursday). See next week’s paper for full coverage of the ceremonies. news@ahobserver.com

Don’t hang up on 911 call The RCMP is trying to reduce the number of accidental 911 calls it receives. The Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment 911 Operations Communications Center (OCC) received a total of 48,558 calls, of which 5,193 were abandoned. Over half (53 per cent) of those abandoned calls were generated from mobile devices, as more and more people are primarily using wireless technology as means of communication. This facility offers a centralized service to a combined population of 237,550 people in vast region with Boston Bar to the north, Manning Park to the east, 264th Avenue to the west and all of Chilliwack, Agassiz and Hope including Cultus Lake. The manager of the Upper Fraser Valley OCC civilian member (CM) Shelly Mercer says that the OCC members spend a significant amount of time tracking abandoned 911 calls. That time is exponentially longer for police officers on the road attempting to follow up on abandoned calls. Operators and officers alike are asking the public to please stay on the line if you accidentally call 911 and simply tell the operator there is no emergency. The operator will appreciate you saving them the time. Additionally, pick up the phone when you receive a call back after accidentally dialing the emergency line. This will avoid having a police officer knock on your door. Other very useful tips to eliminate accidental dialing of 911 include: Removing your mobile phones and wireless devices from your pockets while you are driving or in a car to avoid accidental “pocket dialing”. Removing 911 from your programmed speed dials whether on your mobile phone or land line. If you realize you have dialed 911 by accident, please call back to let an operator know there is no emergency. For more information on when to call for emergency assistance, visit www.bc.rcmp.ca.

The Agassiz Farm Fresh Market has started up again for the spring and summer. Every Thursday, vendors gather in the parking lot between Jack’s and The Observer on Pioneer Avenue. This is the second year of the farmers’ market, which is open solely to sellers who make, bake or grow their own products. The market is also open to junior vendors — those under 18 years of age whose products falls under the same guidelines as the regular vendors. Junior vendors under 12 must be accompanied by a parent, and all junior vendors are expected to handle customer service, sales and general marketing of their products. They must have either personally produced their product or have been significantly involved in production. One stall is available for junior vendors, free of charge, each week. That

stall can be shared by up to three junior vendors and is available on a first come, first served basis.

Hours are 3 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the market will operate each week until September 1. For more information

on how to be a vendor, contact the market’s coordinator Hillary Urquhart at 604-6156859 or by email at agas-

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A young girl sits among a plant display at the opening day of the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market last Thursday afternoon.

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Opinion Only a matter of time

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

I can drive home safely after one alcoholic drink.

We don't know if the young people careening around Harrison Hot Springs Saturday night were graduates, out celebrating and blowing off some year-end steam. We don't know their names, as of deadline. We only know they were young, from out of town, definitely drinking, and the driver was reported to be driving erratically. The result, quite tragicallly, was yet another death due to drinking and driving. It's a conclusion that's always only a matter of time for those who chose to drink and drive. It's only a matter of time before the road disappears from in front of you, you lose control of the wheel, you're distracted, or you pass out. Sure, you might have made it home after one or two drinks a couple of times. You may have even navigated your way home a few times after downing five or six drinks. Maybe you drive regularly after smoking pot, and have always made it home. Maybe you take a "road pop" with you, thinking you'll never get caught, and never cause an accident. If that sounds like you – even if you're ashamed to admit it – you've been lucky. But the thing about luck is that it always runs out, eventually. Two people are killed as a result of drunk driving each week in this province. And those are only the cases where a conviction was possible. Across Canada, that number jumps to four a day. Four deaths every day, due to a combination of poor planning, machismo and/or ignorance. It's a sad statistic. It's even more sad when the person who dies is not the drunk driver, but a passenger, pedestrian or someone in another vehicle, in the wrong place at the wrong time. But it is a changeable statistic. It just takes a willingness for each of us to be the change, one day at a time. Agassiz-Harrison Observer

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Yale treaty is the toughest yet

Tom Fletcher The treaty with the Yale First Nation in the Fraser Canyon was hastily approved as the B.C. legislature adjourned for the summer last week. This treaty was by far the most significant work of the legislature session, and it may make or break the hugely expensive B.C. treaty effort. Yet it received all of four hours of debate during the abbreviated spring legislature session and will probably get little attention when it reaches the House of Commons for final approval. A few eyebrows were raised when Chief Justice Lance Finch of the B.C. Court of Appeal entered the legislature to give royal assent to the treaty and a handful

of other bills. This would normally be the duty of Lt.-Gov. Steven Point, but he was on a four-day visit to promote literacy at reserves in the Quesnel and Williams Lake area. I’m advised by the lieutenantgovernor’s staff that this trip had been scheduled for some time, and his absence had nothing to do with the treaty awaiting his signature. It is purely a coincidence that Point is a former tribal chair of the Sto:lo Nation, which sent a delegation to the legislature to protest the Yale treaty just before it was tabled. The only substantive scrutiny of the treaty, and the only vote against it, came from independent Cariboo North MLA Bob Simpson. He stressed that he supports the Yale’s right to a treaty, but detailed the Sto:lo’s objections. Their central objection is that the 150-member Yale band is an

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arbitrary creation of the Indian Act, a splinter group of the larger Sto:lo Nation. The treaty formalizes the Yale’s control over key canyon fishing and rack drying sites that were vital to survival for

“Their central objection is that the 150-member Yale band is an arbitrary creation of the Indian Act.” thousands of years. Ottawa outlawed transfer of native hereditary property rights in its notorious potlatch law of 1884, and native fish sales in 1888. This disrupted whatever order had been imposed by Sto:lo clans on the fishing sites. Some Sto:lo people were moved south to reserves in the Fraser Valley, where they were expected to abandon their

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traditional ways and become farmers. Sto:lo Nation president Joe Hall put it to me this way: “I don’t want to be like Donald Trump and look at people’s birth certificates, but the Yale are a Sto:lo band. They would have been chased out of there a long time ago if they weren’t.” In the treaty debate, Simpson put it to Aboriginal Relations Minister Mary Polak that the federal and provincial governments have resorted to a “first-past-thepost” system to force progress on treaties. He said the tiny Yale community gets a huge advantage by completing a treaty, while some Sto:lo bands remain at an early stage of negotiations and still others aren’t in treaty talks. Polak cited a section that is now standard in modern treaties. It protects the constitutional

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rights of other aboriginals where a court upholds a claim to Yale territory, which they will soon own as fee-simple property. Polak insisted the Yale treaty will ease tensions in the disputed fishing sites, where violent incidents have taken place. She argued that exclusive access to the main areas of dispute was long ago included in the Yale’s original reserves. The treaty will provide a process for temporary access by other people, native and non-native. We will see if she is right, perhaps as early as this summer. There are two regions of B.C. where the encroachment of European settlers led to shooting wars with aboriginal people. One was the Cariboo-Chilcotin and the other was the Fraser Canyon. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

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Mailbag Need to export more energy There was a time back in the 1980s and early 1990s when B.C. was a solid exporter of electricity. Our dams could generate more than we could use, and exporting our surplus was very profitable for us. It brought big money into the province and helped pay for healthcare, education and all sorts of other government services we expect to have access to. However, we haven’t built any dams since the mid-1980s and now we’re importing electricity. Why have we stopped building dams and profiting from the electricity resources we have, including new

sources of electricity like wind energy, tidal power and run-of-the-river hydro? It makes no sense to me that we are not availing ourselves of these exportable resources. Healthcare and education aren’t getting any cheaper, and using our resources to help pay for the government services we want and expect makes complete sense to me. We need to get back to being a solid electricity exporter rather than being the importers we’ve become. It just makes sense. Sandra Robinson

Praying minister Lake makes wise choice I understand that the BC Minister of Environment, Terry Lake, will soon announce his decision on whether or not to allow a Waste To Energy (WTE) plant to be built either here on the lower mainland or at a Gold River or a Campbell River location. No matter where such a plant might be located, people and animals somewhere will have to inhale the minute but extremely toxic and uncapturable airborne particulates. Not only that, but these WTE facilities essentially burn or gasify recyclable materials and turn them into solid toxic and hazardous wastes,

namely flyash and bottom ash. It has been scientifically proven that these ashes cannot be made into or used for anything else so, no matter how any ‘spin doctor’ might try to convince us otherwise, these ashes are what they are, forever. Let us hope, no! Let us pray that our new environment minister makes the wise choice and says NO to WTE otherwise who knows how many deaths and or permanent disabilities may eventually be on his hands. Please write or email Minister Terry Lake and ask him not to approve WTE. Gary Huntbatch

Time has come to be greener Considering the reassessment of nuclear energy that has taken place globally following the Fukushima disaster in Japan, it comes as little surprise that Germany has announced plans to shut down all 17 of its nuclear reactors by 2022. In fact, Germany temporarily shut down 7 of its oldest reactors in March immediately after the earthquake and tsunami hit Japan. Fortunately for people of Germany, their country is a recognized leader in clean energy with a substantial amount of installed solar and wind energy, and more on the way. Germany is well-positioned to eliminate nuclear power while also reducing their dependence on coal power. Other

countries, of course, are not as fortunate and many of them are literally scrambling to find cleaner sources of energy. For some, nuclear power may even be the only viable clean energy source available to replace coal. Looking at the difficult energy choices faced by so many other countries, it makes one realize how fortunate we are here in B.C. to have such an incredible wealth of renewable clean energy resources. Roughly 93 percent of the electricity generated in this province comes from clean hydroelectric sources. And thanks to a growing number of wind energy projects, clean B.C. wind energy is now contributing to our electricity grid as well. In fact, as a

research report released by our group (B.C. Citizens for Green Energy) in March 2010 found, B.C.’s untapped potential for generating clean renewable electricity could easily be equal to the current generating capacity of BC Hydro‘s existing hydroelectric dams, and potentially two to three times as much or more. Clearly, with that much untapped clean energy potential, B.C. is not going to have to face any difficult nuclear energy questions any time soon. However, it also means we have the potential to export a considerable amount of clean energy to nearby jurisdictions which need it; for example, provinces like Alberta and Saskatchewan and states like

California. Exporting clean energy from our untapped abundance would generate substantial revenue for the people of B.C. through fees, licences and taxes, and we therefore invite everyone to consider the environmental and economic possibilities inherent in becoming a major clean energy exporter. For those who are interested, copies of our March 2010 research report, entitled “A Triple Legacy for Future Generations: British Columbia’s Potential as a Renewable Green Energy Powerhouse,” are available on our website at www.greenenergybc. ca. Bruce Sanderson, Co-spokesperson B.C. Citizens for Green Energy

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What is a will? A will is a document in which you explain what you want done with the assets that you own solely in your own name when you die. These assets typically consist of real estate, money, investments, and personal or household belongings that you own. A will doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deal with certain assets A will generally doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cover assets that you jointly own with another person, for example, a joint bank account or a house owned in joint tenancy. Also, a will may not apply to assets like life insurance or RRSPs, where you have already designated a beneďŹ ciary.

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tiary would erect buildings which had been prefabricated at the BC Pen. The Camp operated as a medium security camp for 17 years, eventually closing in 1978. T The Graduating Class of â&#x20AC;&#x2122;61 consisted of 20 students. Early June was a time for celebrating. However, the senior prom held on June 2 came to a tragic end when a car accident claimed the lives of two undergraduates, Dick Mellin and Alan McCallum. T Mrs. A. Parberry was chased by a bear at her home on Hot Springs Road. When Mrs. Parberry discovered the bear in her duck pen, she threw a rock at it and the animal gave chase. She managed to run into the house and phone for help. Eventually Keith Barton arrived and shot the bear and Rene Dahinden skinned it.

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50 Years Ago, 1961 T Fifty years ago Kilby Park was given to the District of Kent by Mr. and Mrs. Acton Kilby, a 7.12 acre strip of land about a mile long bordering the Harrison River, stretching outside the dyke from the flood gate to the CPR bridge. The land was given in memory of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kilby who came to Harrison Mills in 1902, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Barton, who were pioneers of the Cariboo. T The new Agassiz Correctional Work Camp on Chaplin Road near Seabird Island was taking shape. Eight prison camp trailers were to be brought from Burnaby in a giant trailer cavalcade escorted by the RCMP. The trip was estimated to take about five hours. Once in place, inmates from the BC Peniten-

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Seeing things with different eyes Observer columnist goes under the “crane” for eye surgery My friend, Renate, picked me up at 8 a.m. sharp scared to death. and off we went to the eye centre at the Chilliwack “No need for that,” he said, “there is really notHospital. We arrived at the prescribed hospital hing to it.” time: 8:45 am. The operation time was 10:15 preThough, for the next ten minutes I was treated cise. to a kind of physicadelic light show. All that was But, first things first — I had to assure the recep- missing was a matching sound track. At the end of tion people three times that I was who I claimed to the show the surgeon said, “all done” and without be and after that they took my blood pressure. It further delay took off the plastic sheet and put on was far too low - no good! So off to an easy chair I an eye shield. Then, it was back to the easy chair went with some medication to calm me down. where I had cranberry juice before my friend, who The waiting room was a busy place. Patihad been shopping in the meantime, ents arrived, nurses — male and female — came back to take me home. walked to and fro doing diffferent things. In Later in the afternoon I saw the sura way, it was a calming atmosphere. geon again, this time in his office. He But then, two patients made remarks gave me a list of drops I had to instill that really did wonders in my department in my eyes in a certain sequence, which of anxiety: One older lady remarked to a proved to be a full time job for the next nurse that she had really been looking fortwo weeks. When I returned, he menward to getting her second eye done. tioned that I now see better than what She obviously was glad that the day had is required when applying for a driver’s arrived. Another younger patient came license. RUTH ALTENDORF Wow! I have never been driving but back from the operating room and remar- Harrison perhaps this is the time to try it. ked to no one in particular, “that was a piHappenings First, however, the other eye has to be ece of cake!” done too. And, while I perhaps will not Then it was my turn to go there. What I be looking forward to this as bravely as saw when entering was the proverbial couch and a huge crane which at first glance seemed the lady in the waiting room, I will certainly not be more suitable to break ground then the tiny, little “scared to death” again. lens in my left eye. For today, however, my final thoughts are goNext, I was covered from head to toe with a ing to the many, many scientists, eye surgeons and white, plastic sheet with only a little slit for the doctors — including my son, Eric, who works as a eye. Then the surgeon appeared, looking through senior scientist in the field of optics — who work the pearly sheen of the plastic sheet more like St. dilligently and without fanfare, to make sure that Peter at the gate of heaven. we can see the world with “new eyes” when neeHe asked me how I was and I truthfully answe- ded. red – how could one lie to St. Peter? – that I was Thanks to all of them!

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Ill-fitting helmets do more harm than good Get your safety equipment checked at public info day

Now that spring has finally arrived, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and in-line skates are appearing everywhere. These wheeled activities are good ways for children, their families and friends to get outside, stay active and have fun. However, with these activities comes the potential for causing injury, particularly serious head injury. Many people have probably watched a child on a bicycle speeding down a street, helmet dangling off the side of the head. Statistically, the greater risk of head injury for this child comes not from getting involved in an accident with a motor vehicle but from taking a fall. This could be caused one or a combination of factors â&#x20AC;&#x201C;high speed, inexperience, loss of control, lack of proper safety skills, and the tendency to attempt stunts. A helmet, improperly secured, becomes a hazard during a fall. A helmet, incorrectly fitted, may actually contribute to the risk of head injury by as much as two times. (This finding results from research conducted by Dr. F. P. Rivara and others at the University of Washington in Seattle.) June has been designated as National Brain Injury Awareness Month in Canada. To support

and inform our community about the many issues relating to brain injury, the Agassiz Community Health Centre, along with the Fraser Valley Brain Injury Association, will be hosting a public information day on Thursday, 23 June from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Agassiz Public Library. If you bring along the helmet you use for wheeled activities, health professionals will be available to provide advice regarding suitability and proper fitting. You will also be able to take home to read printed information about many topics related to brain injury. If you are planning to purchase a bicycle helmet, consider the following. Bicycle helmets are cooler, more comfortable and easier to adjust than ever before. There are plenty of inexpensive choices for bikers of all ages. Just remember the ground rules. 1. Make sure the helmet is safe. It must meet one of the following standards or specifications set by the Canadian Standards Association, the Snell Memorial Foundation, the American Society for Testing and Materials or the American National Standards Institute. 2. Make sure it fits snugly. You shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to move the helmet more

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than one inch in any direction, front to back or side to side. The sizing pads included with every bicycle helmet can help make the fit more secure. If you have long hair, consider a helmet with a ponytail port. 3. Think about visibility. If the helmet straps block your vision â&#x20AC;&#x201D; even a little bit â&#x20AC;&#x201D; choose another helmet. Likewise, make sure motorists and other cyclists can see you. Choose a white or brightly colored helmet. Some helmets even come with lights. The rules for wearing a bicycle helmet are the same for kids and adults.

1. Wear the helmet flat on the top of your head. 2. Make sure it covers the top of your forehead without tilting forward or backward, and the straps form a V shape under each ear. 3. Fasten the chin strap below your chin â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not to the side or along your jaw. If the helmet rocks from side to side or front to back, use the sizing pads that came with it to get a better fit. Avoid making common helmet mistakes. If the bicycle helmet is tilted forward, the back of your head is more vulnerable to the force of a crash. To keep the helmet

flat on your head, tighten the chin strap. If the helmet still tips forward, you may need a smaller helmet. A helmet that tips backward is just as problematic. When this happens, the front and side of your head are vulnerable to the force of a crash. Again, tighten the chin strap. If the helmet still tips backward, you may need a smaller helmet. There are also other factors to be taken into consideration. Children should be taught to remove their bicycle helmets when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re playing, especially before climbing on playground equipment or climbing trees. The helmet and chin strap may snag and pose a choking hazard. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a biking accident, throw the helmet out and replace it with a new one. Even if the helmet looks undamaged, it may not be able to withstand the force of another blow. If you rent a bicycle and helmet for short-

term use, examine the helmet closely for signs of damage, such as dents, cracks, scrapes or asymmetry. If a rental helmet looks excessively worn or fits improperly, ask for a different one. Helmets designed specifically for bicycling can also be used for scooter riding and inline skating but skateboarding has its own kind of helmet. Skateboarding helmets cover more of the back of the head and will protect against more than one crash. Because falls are common in skateboarding, these helmets are made of material that is specially designed to withstand multiple impacts on the same spot whereas bicycle helmets use thin plastic that generally breaks immediately the first time you hit hard. In British Columbia, all cyclists are required by law to wear an approved helmet. Studies have shown that in the event of a crash, a hel-

met will greatly reduce the chances of a serious brain injury. The helmet should have CSA, ANSI, ASTM or SNELL standards approval clearly designated on it. Other types of sports helmets are not legal for cycling since they are designed and tested for other types of impacts. Damage to the brain and spinal cord can rarely be repaired and life after a brain or spinal cord injury is never the same. Thirty per cent of all traumatic brain injuries are sustained by children, many of them while participating in sports and recreational activities. But the good news is researchers estimate that 90 per cent of all injuries are predictable and preventable. Bike helmets can prevent up to 88 per cent of brain injuries when used properly. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth putting a lid on head injuries. Submitted by Agassiz Community Health

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Community

Are seniors a threat?

Inspired Reflections

“Apocalyptic Demography”– sounds scary, doesn’t it?

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LOCAL EVENTS Annual Rosedale Community Picnic Saturday, June 25th 11 am - 3 pm @ Rosedale Ball Park Bring a lunch, mug & lawn chair. Beverages & ice cream provided. Enjoy some music & community spirit!

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GROUP 2 OF 4 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 Bigfoot Toastmasters Club meets at 7pm every Monday evening at the Christian Reformed Church hall, 7452 Morrow Rd. VVisitors always welcome. Hope Contact: Sabine Keil 604-869-5328. Agassiz ccontact: Shirlie Caruk 604-796-0677 Bingo – TUESDAYS Hosted by Agassiz B Agricultural & Horticultural Assocation, Doors open at 5pm. Agricultural Pavilion. Agassiz. 604-796-9075 Bingo – THURSDAYS Hosted by Agassiz/ Harrison Lions Club. Doors open at 5pm. Agricultural Pavilion, Agassiz. 604-7969075 Coffee Break/Story Hour - a weekly Bible Study for ladies and children 0-5. Weds 9:30a.m. Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call 604796-9474 Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-5769734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca

creative policy decisions using facts to guide but not to pit one segment of society against another. Seniors need to stick up for ourselves. We can point out the number of active seniors involved in business, cultural and sporting events, service groups, travel, volunteerism and churches. Many young working people depend on grandparents for child care to free them up to work in the wage economy. Thanks to advances in medicine and better health care, seniors are healthy, contributing citizens. Our life experience and wisdom are vitally important for policy decisions in shaping a secure future for all ages of Canadians.

Divorce Care Program presented by Mountainview Community Church. FMI call Guy at 796-0244 or email agassizdivorcecare@hotmail.com Harrison Community Social Club Drop-in every Thurs at Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall, 10 am: cards, darts, games & coffee; 2:30 pm line dancing. Contact Jacquie 604-796-3105 or Suzanne 604796-1269 Harrison Hikers Group offers 4 levels of hikes every Wed(easy, light, moderate, strenuous) FMI call Ruth Altendorf 604796-2084 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

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Chilliwack farmer and artist Marie Anne Dic, featured artist at the Woodside Gallery this month, talks with visitors at the opening of her show last Friday. The show runs until June 27, at 2226 Lougheed Hwy.

Still room in science camps UFV’s Science Rocks! summer day camps, designed for students in Grades 4-6, are back. Each camp is structured to encourage the development of scientific problem-solving skills and to help campers learn fundamental scientific principles in a fun, hands-on way. The camps are led by current senior UFV science students or recent alumni, and are supervised by UFV science professors. In Chilliwack, a camp is being held from Aug 8 to 12. Registration forms are available online at www.ufv.ca/sciencerocks. For more information email sciencerocks@ufv. ca or leave a message at 604-851-6346.

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COMMUNITY CORNER JUNE 2011

community in all areas of life. Services and institutions must adapt to meet these changes and challenges. On the CBC radio program Age of Persuasion Terry O’Reilly’s topic “Ageism in Advertising” pointed out that people 55 + spend more money in almost all categories than any other age group although ads are aimed almost exclusively at people aged 18 – 49. More than 80 per cent of wealth in North American financial institutions is in the hands of people over 50 giving them 2.5 times the discretionary spending of the coveted 18 – 34 age group. They spend an estimated $2 trillion per year on products and services. The reality for the future can be influenced by

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and off-load govern- any age group. ment programs to the Articulate seniors and private for-profit sector. advocacy groups need Mr. Blakeborough went to speak out in answer on to challenge these as- to the doom and gloom sertions forecast. It is The quote, important to “Lies, damned examine the lies, and statisvested intertics” reminds ests of the us that facts studies to deand data can be termine who used to support is financing almost any posithe research. tion by employMany factors ing faulty cause impact on the BETTY RAJOTTE and effect reafuture. Unless soning. There is Plus Side a wider view a book “How to of 60 is taken, the Lie with Statisinevitability tics” by Darrell of a crisis can Huff that develops this be used to frighten the theme. Another prob- young and cause them lem with these dire pre- to resent seniors. Society dictions is the fallacy of must meet the needs of stereotyping, lumping all individuals. We don’t everyone over 65 into age in a vacuum but in a one mass, ignoring the social milieu interacting enormous diversity in with our families and

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Darren Blakeborough, speaking at the Elder College at the University of the Fraser Valley, used this term to explain how statistics on aging are being used to predict dire consequences for society. With higher life expectancy, lower birth rates and the bulge as Baby Boomers reach retirement age, statisticians predict that society will soon be facing an expensive burden. Lumped together, the stereotype of a feeble, ailing, noncontributing graying mass will be a drain on the future. Pension plans will falter; health care dollars and social services will bankrupt the nation. Taxpayers should balk at the cost of maintaining these services. Policies should be introduced to cut costs

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YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR CLASSIFIEDS.

Ag assiz ❖ Harr ison

Phone: 604.796.4300 Fax: 604.796.2081 Email: kerry@bcclassified.com After-Hours Call Centre: toll free: 1.866.575.5777 Monday to Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm Open Early. Open Late. Saturday: 9:00am-3:00pm COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

MAPLE Ridge Secondary Class of 1991. 20 Year Reunion. For info email: MRSS91@yahoo.ca

WE’RE ON THE WEB w w w.bcclassified.com

Show & Sale Sat June 11th 10 A.M - 5 P.M Sun June 12th. 10 AM - 4 PM Abby. Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Dr. in the Cadet Building • Adults $4 • Kids $2 • Children under 5 Free • Family $10 (2 adults & up to 3 kids)

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Happy 1st Birthday

Ava! Proud Parents Robbie Shelden & Mary Marsh

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Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-6873221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

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Sunny Spring Specials At Florida’s Best Beach-New Smyrna Beach Stay a week or longer Plan a beach wedding or family reunion. www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-5419621

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES COKE & CANDY Vending Route. Local Hi-Trafﬁc Locations. Earn $40+ per year. Fast & Safe Investment Return. Secure Your FutureBe the Boss! Factory Direct Pricing 1-888-570-0892 Must Sell Could YOU use a few hundred dollars a day? If you can read and speak, YOU’RE HIRED! No selling! 1-800-446-3268 www.babystepstoyourmoneytree.com GET FREE VENDING MACHINES ,Earn $100,000.00 + per year ,Retire in only 3 years. Need 2 Prime References per Province. For Details CALL 1-866-668-6629 Or Visit www.tcvend.com GET PAID DAILY! NOW ACCEPTING: Simple P/T & F/T Online Computer Related Work & Paid Surveys is available. No fees or charges to participate. Start Today, www.BCWOC.com GRAVEL TRUCKING COMPANY For Sale. Trucks, loaders, hoe, crusher, seven pits, two yards, 3bay shop, ofﬁce. Serious inquiries. Call Larry 780-333-4726, Swan Hills, Alberta. START TODAY FROM HOME, Company needs Both Men & Women, P/T & F/T, No Experience Needed. Your approval is instant and guaranteed. Get Details at: www.BasicOnlineWork.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Strata Manager/Strata Assistant

Due to ongoing expansion, Mountain Creek Properties Ltd. requires a licensed Strata Manager and a Strata Assistant for the Invermere, BC ofﬁce.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Drivers Wanted: Terriﬁc career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 weeks vacation & beneﬁts pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE

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ADMIN ASSISTANT trainees needed! Large & small ﬁrms seeking admin staff! No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-5127116. 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

DGS CANADA 2 DAY FORKLIFT WEEKEND COURSE Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey NO reservations: 604-888-3008 www.dgscanada.ca Ask about our other Courses... *Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift *Bobcat *WHMIS & much more. “Preferred by Employers DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, proﬁtable career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs. www.wonderdogs.bc.ca/career/ 1-800-961-6616 MEDICAL OFFICE trainees needed! Hospitals & doctors need medical ofﬁce & medical admin staff! No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-748-4126.

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CONTROLLER POSITION- DELTA We are seeking a hands on, detail oriented person for a small Delta business.Full cycle accounting experience , with a strong working knowledge of AR, AP, gov’t & payroll remittances, good Excel skills. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining and posting recurring journal entries, vendor AP, Client AR, bi-weekly payroll , expense reports and preparation of monthly financial statements. The position is full time and experience with Business Vision software would be beneficial. Please forward resume with a brief cover letter to elainew@can-aqua.com FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944

Classified Advertising An effective way to build your business. Phone 604-796-4300 HELP WANTED- Housekeeper required in HHS. Year round. 10 - 15 hrs per week Experienced, reliable, detail oriented. Casual hours, must be available weekends in summer. Pay dependant on experience, Please apply with resume to: info@bbharrison.com 604-796-9552

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The Lemare Group is currently seeking a heavy duty mechanic for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: ofﬁce@lemare.ca or fax to: 250-956-4888.

The Lemare Group is currently seeking a grapple yarder operator, hook tender, and chaser for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: ofﬁce@lemare.ca or fax 250-956-4888.

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MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Hospitals & Dr’s Need Medical Ofﬁce & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Avail. 1-888-778-0459

TRADES, TECHNICAL

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for Journeyman Welders, $31. $35. per hour. 2nd/3rd year apprentices, hourly rate based on experience. Full benefits after 90 days. Profit sharing semi-annual after 90 days. Fulltime career minded individuals preferred. Send resume to: joe@autotanks.ca or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an interview. CVI CERTIFIED MECHANIC wanted for Langley Fleet Shop. F/T, Good wages & benefits. Fax resume to: 604-513-8004 or email: tridem@telus.net

Diesel Engine Mechanics CULLEN DIESEL POWER LTD. Surrey B.C. requires experienced Diesel Engine mechanics with overhaul and repair experiences for the Surrey Truck Engine shop. Preference given to applicants with DDC & MBE engine exp.

E-mail resume: sep@cullendiesel.com or Fax to 604 888-4749

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for a certified Journeyman 40 ton crane operators ASAP. Excellent wages, full benefits after 90 days, profit sharing semi-annual after 90 days, full-time career minded individuals preferred. Please send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an interview.

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MOVIE EXTRAS !

CALL 604-558-2278

Marketing + promo company looking to hire + train a few outgoing people to work. No sales. F/T, 18+. Going back to school? Not a problem! Scholarship program available. Call Destiny at 604-777-2194

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EXPERIENCED UNDERGROUND DIAMOND DRILLERS.$$$ Earn big AUD $$$ Enjoy the Land Down Under AUSTRALIA Leave the Visa to US!! Swick Mining Services is one of Australia’s largest mineral drilling contractors providing underground and surface drilling services both nationally and internationally. Swick is a market leader in the development of innovative rig designs and drilling practices that deliver improved productivity, value, safety and versatility. To be considered for this position you will: Have proven experience in Boart Longyear rigs LM45/55/75/90, Atlas Copco’s Diamec, or similar; Hold a current Driver’s Licence; Pass a comprehensive medical including a drug and alcohol screen; Be physically fit and prepared for work in hot and remote locations; Provide a criminal background check. To Apply send your CV and a Cover Letter tochelsea.raffan@ swickmining.com.au You Will Be Offered: Top Dollars for your Experience with bonus incentives. Great Shifts …….2 x 1, 2 x 2. some 1 x 1 depends on site. Accommodation in a quality apartment near one of our many beautiful sandy beaches! Spend your R & R surfing, putting a shrimp on the barbie, seeing the country, or just having a cold beer! Return flights home to visit family and friends every six months paid for by Swick! The best site accommodation available. Proven State of the Art Equipment

SUMMER DOES NOT MEAN LABOUR $9 - 20/hr

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM Register Now for busy Film Season!!! All Ages, All Ethnicities

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS ALDERGROVE Ofﬁce requires admin. assistant, computer skills, multi tasking, phone etiquette, and positive attitude. Please e-mail info@mhltransport.com

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The Lemare Group in Port McNeill requires a payroll clerk/accounts payable to join our dynamic, fast paced environment. Your skill set should include strong organization, effective time management, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, computer literate and accounting knowledge. Please fax resumes to 250-956-4888 or email: jcornin@lemare.ca.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

LMS Reinforcing Steel Group Now hiring REBAR INSTALLERS For Abbots. West High St. Mall. Exp. an asset not mandatory Please visit: www.lmsgroup.ca & ﬁll out the on line application.

For information regarding these career opportunities please go to: mountaincreek.ca/career.htm.

Stepsister to Jamie & Carly

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HELP WANTED

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CELEBRATIONS EMIL ANDERSON MAINTENANCE CO. LTD.

Congrats Jessica! On to bigger & better adventures!! It's yours for the taking! Love your Biggest Fans! Mom, Dad, Kenzie & Tyler!

FIELD SERVICE FOREMAN We have a position available for a Field Service Foreman in our Surrey location. This position will deal directly with customers and schedule/supervise the work of field service technicians to repair and maintain construction equipment and attachments. Previous leadership and mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is considered an asset. Brandt Tractor is the world’s largest privately held John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment dealer and a Platinum member of the Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies Program. Find out more about our exciting career opportunities at www.brandttractor.com or by calling (306) 791-5979. Email resume indicating position title and location to hr@brandttractor.com or fax (306) 791-5986.

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant We are seeking an experienced and multi-talented individual to join our Highway and Road Maintenance Company. Excellent people and communication skills, a “can do” attitude and an aptitude for organization are necessary to excel at this important administrative support position. You also need to be detail oriented and experienced with using a computer in an office environment. Responsibilities are varied and interesting and include telephone reception duties, public relations and governmental communications, Accounts Payable processing and general office duties. If you have the experience we are looking for, please prepare a resume of your training and experience and include a brief cover letter in your own handwriting outlining why this position interests you, and drop off in person between 8:30 am and 5 pm at:

Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 51160 Sache Street, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X06-11H_EAM2

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

FRAMERS & Carpenters Needed. Min 2 yr exp pref. Particularly need worker’s exp in wall building. Send resume to: dimitri@fourthriteconstruction.com GRADUATING? The trades are a great career choice! Consider becoming an automotive service technician at Hanna Chrysler Ltd. in Hanna, Alberta. APPRENTICE OR LICENSED candidates considered. Competitive wages, bonus potential, beneﬁts. Clean, modern shop. Fax resume to 403-854-3141 or email: chrysler@telusplantet.net HEAVY equipment manufacturer in Agassiz requires a Welder/Fabricator for FT work Fax resume to 604 796 9227

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

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www.tripleﬁvequalitywood.com 604.290.2879 ~ 604.328.6355

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NEED CASH TODAY? ✓ Do you Own a Car? ✓ Borrow up to $20000.00 ✓ No Credit Checks! ✓ Cash same day, local ofﬁce www.REALCARCASH.com

604-777-5046

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FURNITURE

BRAND NEW QUEEN SIZE PILLOW TOP MATTRESS SETS

• Leftover from Hotel Order • 800 Coil 3’’ Pillowtop • Original Plastic • Only 14 Avail • 10 year warranty Retail $1,399! Liquidation $560 incls. taxes. Call: 604.807.5864

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PETS

5 ADORABLE, loveable kittens. 3 males, 2 females. Very cute. 1st shots. $50. ea. 604-855-3723 Abby Beautiful Golden Retriever Pups-1st shots. Dewormed. Farm Raised. Avail June 4th. $575: 604-463-9841 Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488.

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A-1 PAINTING CO.

604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting Exterior / Interior • Insured • WCB • Written Guarantee • Free Est. • 20 Years Exp. A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, ready to go now. $700. Call (604)794-7347 ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Bridle. CKC reg. Ready to go. $1500. 604-726-3934 English Springer Spaniels, ready June not reg., $850. (604)7984998. twbjmenges@gmail.com German Shepherd 12wk/old female good temper. black/tan, dewormed, 1st shots. $600. 604-466-2757. GERMAN Shepherd pups, ckc reg. parents German bloodlines with no slope, exc temperament. $750. (604)796-3026. No sun calls Kittens, 5, Orange tabby, 2 female, 3 male, $100/ea. Call (604)7031077 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 PRESA CANARIO pups, blk, fawn, brindle, 1st litter, very healthy, 1st shots, $800-$1200. 604-501-2626 PUPPIES FOR SALE, 8 wks old, Terrier X Chihuahua $300 Call 604-856-3855

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House on 2.7 Acres $749,900 HARRISON HOT SPRINGS in 15 Info @ www.kirkwoodteam.com

Shih-tzu/Pug pups, family raised, 2M, 1F- all black, 1st vet, shots, dewormed, $375. (604)393-7294 TOY POODLE puppies. 2 apricot, 1 white. Adorable. Ready to go July 1.$700. 778-240-2400 (Cloverdale)

3 rooms for $269, 2 coats (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

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ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582 MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

PAVING/SEAL COATING

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

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS .Own a home? Need Money? Origin Home Financial Partners

PERSONAL CARE

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Wanted: 1000 Saints All animals deserve to have hope for a better tomorrow. www.1000saints.ca Welsh/Terrier pups, p/b, born apr 17, 2F, 1M, vet chek, 1cst shots, dewormed, puppy pad train, parents ckc reg. champion bloodlines, ready mid-end June, $1200. To view call (604)852-4669 email: weiss33@telus.net

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BUILDING SALE... “Rock Bottom Prices!”. 25x40 $7995. 30x40 $9840. 35x50 $12,995. 40x80 $22,600. 47x100 $35,690. Ends included. Many others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers since 1980. Call 1800-668-5422. SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw SPRING SALE - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. MAKE MONEY and SAVE MONEY In stock ready to ship. Starting at $1,195.00. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext.400OT

523 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt shingles, ﬂat roofs BBB, WCB $2m Liability. Clean Gutters $80. 1-855-240-5362 or 604-832-1053

BUILDING SUPPLIES

UNDER $100

DOLLAR DEALS! Get a three line ad to sell you $100 or under item for just $2/ week! Call 604.796.4300 Table & chairs, coffee & end tables, Black w/ glass tops. 2 matching lamps, Exc Cond. $100 796-3658

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

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MISC. FOR SALE

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464 Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991

MISC. WANTED WANTED: Women’s Raleigh “SUPER B” bicycle. Please call (604)796-0830

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 40” High Piano, Henry Herbert by Mason Rich - needs tuning. $500/obo. 604-531-9842 COLLECTORS SAXOPHONES Soprano Buecher Silver 80 yrs old, excellent condition $2500. Baraton Conn $1900. Call 604-534-2997

OKANAGAN

4 bdrm South Facing Waterfront Vacation Home On Shuswap Lake!

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ACREAGE

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! Escape: Tornados, Floods, Hurricanes, Wildﬁre, Earthquake, Landslide and Crime. N.IDAHO PEACEFUL COUNTRY CABIN on 30 ac. Get more magic from life. www.MagicMountain83858.com

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Call 604-542-0865 or 250-955-6398 Email: dlklitch@telus.net For more details

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LOTS

LAND LIQUIDATION 20 Acres $0 Down, $99/mo. ONLY $12,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas (2nd safest U.S. City) Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Money Back Guarantee FREE Color Brochure 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq ft home including delivery and installation only US $109,950. Many other plans available. The Home Boys 877-976-3737, 509-481-9830 or www.hbmodular.com We will beat ANYONE’S price!!

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640A REVENUE PROPERTY 40 ACRE BLUEBERRY FARM FOR SALE!! 2055 Harrison Mills RD on HWY 7 (Lougheed) property has 3 main rd exp, tourist area, fruit stand, prop. has potential for rv parking, store, bed breakfast, kennel etc, 2 tractors, & all machinery incl. 3 modular homes, 2 green houses, 5 wells for blueberry irrigation,fully fenced prime loc. May also be sub divided into parcels. Very motivated seller for health reasons. asking $1,650,000.00 open to all offers

Call KEN 778-881-4644

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

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APARTMENT/CONDO

AGASSIZ

5052 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Celista, BC.

1735 #9 Hwy, Agassiz 1bdrm apt. fridge, stove, balcony, pets negot. avail June 1 $600 Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 792-0077

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

NEW PRICE: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good ﬁshing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-395-0599.

LAKESHORE

Perfect getaway for your family & all your friends!

TOWNHOUSES

1986 Chrysler Town Country Woody Wagon, will take saxophone as part trade. $2900. 604-534-2997

101 ft frontage by 88 ft.

ONLY $729,000:

ROOMS FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION

Lakeshore living At it’s Best!

BACKYARD: Storage shed, grassy play area & fenced kennel.

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AGASSIZ- Newly reno’d 1150 sq ft T/H. 2 BD/1.5BA. 5 appl., carport, N/P, N/S $ 865/m (604)796-3523

$550.00 Updated one bedroom,elevator,new laundry facilities,storage locker,parking & walking to downtown amenities.One month free & discount to seniors 65+. Pet friendly. 778-918-9062.

VACATION HOME 1-1/2 Story - 1200 sq. ft. Upper level - 3 bdrms Main level - 1 large bdrm Main bathrm, Open ﬂoor Plan - dining rm, kitchen and front room with dbl patio door access to Large deck - over 700 sq. ft. Large ﬂoating wharf - 660 sq. ft. 2 buoys, Firepit

RENTALS

Agassiz, room for rent in private home, n/drinker, n/s, Call Bob, (604)796-2739

*SPECTACULAR*

572 PLANTS/NURSERY STOCK WALKER POPLAR, plugs: $1.69/each for a box of 210 ($354.90). Full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca

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

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CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591.

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EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas ﬁreplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Vancouver Island. Even better, move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

RETRIEVER / LAB puppies, family raised, vet checked, ﬁrst shots, $475 each. Call (604)869-0424 **Shar Pei Puppies** First vaccinations, deworming, & dewclaws. Raised in our home w/lots of love. 604 798 2853 Victoria.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

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

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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HANDYPERSONS

A HELPFUL HANDYMAN Ltd. 778-808-7442. What can we do for you? Bonded and Insured! www.ahelpfulhandyman.com

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ELECTRICAL

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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T. Marlowe Manor Spacious 1 bdrm available now. Ask about our seniors discount. Pets upon prior approval.

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FREE CASH 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? We Fund Your Future Not Your Past. Want a Visa? Any Credit, All Accepted. 1-888593-6095

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CARS - DOMESTIC

Harrison Mills-2 Brdm, lrg modular home on priv. farm / acreage, 5 appl., on bus route, ref req. Avail. June 15, $675/m, 604-796-2706

1995 BUICK Regal Gransport, 2 dr, 178K, leather, new starter/battery, well maint. $1,500. 604-814-2474 2000 Buick Century Ltd. V-6, 4 dr. air, pdl. pw. pwr. seat, C/D, mags, great shape! $2650 (604)556-4242 2001 GRAND PRIX 2dr auto fully loaded aircared, runs very good, asking $1950. 604-504-0932 2003 BUICK LeSABRE Custom. 107,300 kms, 1 owner, no acc’d. Bronze mist metallic. Exceptionally well maintained, many power access. $5,495 obo. 604-859-5433

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604-796-8760 HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated,$550/month includes utilities. Call 604-794-7132

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MODULAR HOMES

GARAGE SALES

TrashtoTreasure Saturday, June 18, 2011 8 am - 4 pm

Local Hope residents will be placing their unwanted household items at the front of their properties where treasure hunters can help themselves.

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MORTGAGES

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

1998 VOLVO V70 Wagon, maint. up to date. All options you need. 187kms. $5198. (778)241-3315

2005 NISSAN SENTRA auto, dr sdn, full load, only 87Kms $6900 ST#3 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2006 TOYOTA Corolla 4dr sdn, auto, a/c, p/l, 88Km, runs good, ST#5 DL#31038 $9900 (604)855-0666 Check our Classifieds before buying a

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2000 HONDA S2000 Sports Car, new tires, new windshield, great cond! Most fun youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have on 4 wheels!! $12,900. 604-835-0463. 2004 CROSSFIRE Mercedes built, all options, new tires, 37,000 miles, like new, one owner. 778-232-3578

Autos â&#x20AC;˘ Trucks â&#x20AC;˘ Equipment Removal 2010 Dutchmen classic 27RLS, 17,900. Unit priced below market for quick sale. micro, 3 burner stove, oven, qu bed, blt-in tv, sat., lg elec awning, elec front jack, outside shwer, couch, 2 chairs, lg slide, whl covers, hoses & many extras, storage. Used only 30 days. Call (604)824-2880

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

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851 8.3 CUMMINS DIESEL Pusher 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 85,000 mi., W/D, rear camera, $27,900. (604)539-0506

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MOTORCYCLES

1988 1500 Honda Gold Wing.15,280k. Runs grt, must sell, garage kept, lots of extras $7000 obo (604)316 0528

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1989 Triple E Regency Class C 28ft, good condition, low mileage. Would make a great summer home. $10,900 If interested Call John at 604-796-8905 or 604-793-8593

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

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1990 CHEV SILVERADO, 6.2 diesel, broken starter mount, 164K km, auto, $600. Call (604)869-3355 1999 FORD 450, super duty 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; deck. $8,000. 604-719-1040. 2001 FORD 250 Lariat. 7.3 diesel, 4 dr, ďŹ&#x201A;at deck with sides that come down. New Ford trans, starter & batteries. $12,500. 1-250-378-8857 2001 FORD WINSTAR 7 psgr auto loaded runs good Aircared $2495 ST#83 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2002 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, A/C, 100K, interior like new AirCared, $8300/obo. Call 604-598-0405. 2005 DODGE RAM 1500 cr.cab 4X4 auto Hemi 153K sbox $15,900 ST#59 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2005 FORD F250 Lariat cr. cab prwstrk deisel 4X4 auto lthr $15,900 ST#58 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2006 FORD F350 XLT 4X4 auto pwrstrk diesel, cr/cab Lbox $17,900 ST#40 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2007 CHEV Crew cab duramax diesel 4X4 auto loaded s/box, $20,900 ST#87 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr auto, loaded, 63K v. clean $9,900 ST#77 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2007 FORD F250 XLT 4X4 auto pwrstrk diesel, qdcab s/box $15,900 ST#89 DL#31038 (604)855-0666

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14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; FIBERGLASS HURSTON DEEP V. 45 HP, Mercury Mainer. Full canopy, new seats, anchor, down riger, life jackets, (seen no salt water), good trailer. Very clean & maintained. $3,750. obo. 604997-3113 aft 5 pm. 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; OMC HD inďŹ&#x201A;atable, hard ďŹ&#x201A;oor, 4 HP Johnson, tanks, oars etc. Elec motor, fold-up/down wheels on trnsm, rod holders. Great for lakes. $1,650. 604-855-1893 (Abbts.)

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New or Used CAR or TRUCK 2007 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto sdn loaded v clean BC car 95K $11,900 ST#52 DL#31038 (604)855-0666 2009 Honda Civic, 36,000k, orig owner, mint cond., very nicely equip., $16,900. (604)858-6590 2010 Nissan Versa 4 dr H/B, full load, 38,100km, wholesale 11,995, exc. cond. (604)793-5520 (5961) 2010 SMART CAR - Passion model. 5000 kms. Black. Automatic. Asking $8500 ďŹ rm. 604-538-4883. 2010 TOYOTA MATRIX, red, 2000 km, 4 dr, auto, alloy whls, $13,780. Call 778-895-7570 or 604-836-5931 2011 KIA RIO 5, auto, 11, 000 km, black, Air, cruise, p/w, p/l, htd seats, $8,800 ďŹ rm. Call (604)538-9257. 2011 KIA RIO 5, h/b, auto, 11,000 kms. Black. Most options. $8500 ďŹ rm. 604-538-9257. OKANAGANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotorproducts.com 250-545-2206

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Baboth Bobcat & Backhoe Service

Notice To Creditors And Others Re: The estate of WILLIAM PEEBLES HARRISON, deceased, late of Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of William Peebles Harrison are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the attention of the Executors, Douglas Harrison and Dena Doolan, in care of Ronald Bogusz, Nasmyth Morrow & Bogusz, Barristers & Solicitors, #105-465 Ward Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 1S7, on or before July 15, 2011 after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

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Call Marilyn @ 604.796.0960 3770 Wildwood Dr. Agassiz

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Trish Taroni Tri REAL ESTATE AGENT ACCREDITED STAGING PROFESSIONAL

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Putting The Heart Back Into Real Estate! $259,900

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#2 46791 HUDSON ROAD

Wonderful Walker Creek townhome on Promontory. This home is a desirable unit plan “F” - only 6 built in the complex of 52 homes. This wonderful home is one of 4 homes that have cedar fencing instead of chain-link with a back gate to Hudson Road. The entry from the back garden into the home through the patio doors goes straight to the main ﬂoor - no stairs to carry your shopping or your babies. Fantastic. This home has neutral colours throughout, large entry way, basement rec room with closet and washroom. Open plan kitchen, with dining room and family room, with a den on the main ﬂ oor. Lovely views from both ends of the townhome, and not overlooked at all. Upstairs with good sized master bedroom with ensuite and walk in closet along with 2 further bedrooms. Kitchen includes stainless steel appliances. Come and see for yourself.

$385,000

7064 ROCHESTER AVENUE

Want to live in a lovely home on a lovely road, then look no further. This wonderful 4 bdrm., 3 bath, basement entry home is just what you’ve been looking for, it has everything you need for the modern family. This home has a nice ﬂoor plan, with hardwood ﬂ oors and ceramic tiles in most rooms, 3 bedrooms up and 1 in the basement. The kitchen has patio doors which lead onto the deck, where you can enjoy the very private, peaceful back yard, with lots of trees and an awesome sized garden, sit in the hot-tub and relax. Don’t wait too long!

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FREE HOME STAGING WITH EVERY LISTING When you walk into somewhere new, somewhere you have never been before, what do you notice? Do you notice the colour of the walls or the arrangement of the furniture? Most people decide whether or not they are comfortable in a home within the ﬁrst few seconds after entering; that is why it is crucial the impression made is a good and lasting one. This is where an “Accredited Staging Professional” takes on the very important role of displaying your home to encompass all potential Buyers. ASP’s work magic with your home so it will come alive and spark buyer’s interest, and give them a sense of connection with your home. This increases marketability, often resulting in higher offers and a speedy sale. Our staging services to all our clients is completely FREE of charge, you will be amazed at the results so why not give it a try, you know it makes sense!

Welcome to the neighbourhood, Freddy & Linda.

BC’s Recreational Real Estate Experts put down roots in Harrison Freddy and Linda Marks have now set up shop in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs under the Sutton Group – West Coast Realty banner. For over 30 years Freddy has been successfully connecting international real estate clients to their dream homes in British Columbia. Teaming up with daughter Linda Marks they bring their passion for extreme customer service to the area and look forward to meeting and serving their new neighbours in the Harrison Agassiz community. FREDDY & LINDA’S SPECIALTIES Harrison Residential Homes Farms & Ranches Recreational Properties Waterfront Luxury Estates ...and BC’s best kept real estate secrets. FOR LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE MARKETING RESULTS fmarks@sutton.com

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