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Horn has only been to the Tipella site, which is just to the west of Port Douglas, about a half dozen times. He's excited to return; excited to be showing off this project to the media. "As you can tell I'm pretty passionate about this," he says. In short, this is how run of river works. A creek with a grade of at least 10 per cent is found. "The higher the grade, the better," Horn adds. The area is also scouted for things like accessibility, potential hazards such as mudslides, water supply and whether there are landholds or First Nations bands in the immediate area. Many times, there are First Nation bands to negotiate with. The
Douglas Band is just one example. Negotiating is an art, Peters says, where "you can't be friends and you can't be enemies in this kind of process." And while ideally none of B.C.'s land would be developed on, Peters says the Douglas band understands that development, and business, are essential. And the area of Port Douglas and Tipella Creek "used to be a booming place," says Peters. That's when logging was going like gangbusters, he says. But that activity has all but died down now. Logging did a lot of damage to the area, he says. And while there are certainly environmental concerns with any development, Peters says when you compare the damage done by a run of river project, to what has
been in the past with logging, he'd take the water projects. "We need to be thinking outside the box," he says, and that's a sentiment straight from his elders. Currently, their small reserve trucks in about half a million dollars of diesel annually, and burns that fuel in generators. The band connects to the B.C. Hydro grid on November 12, but that's not entirely thanks to the Cloudworks project at Tipella. The Douglas band, of which Peters is a former chief, has been in talks with B.C. Hydro to connect to the grid for Ă&#x20AC;ve years. The power lines have been overhead for 30 years. The substation is now nearly ready. B.C. Hydro power meters are on the sides of all the houses. "We were 30 years
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Annette Martin receives her lifetime membership award for serving 20 years as a director of the Agassiz Agricultural and Horticultural Association, as awarded by president of the group, Victoria Brookes. The Ag Association handed out their annual awards as part of the 4H award ceremony on Saturday evening. For a full list of 4H winners, and photos from the eveJESSICA PETERS / OBSERVER ning, see next week’s Observer.
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Investigators are seeking fresh information to crack the case of the serial killer who murdered three Vancouver women 15 years ago and dumped their bodies in the Mission-Agassiz area. The remains of Tracy Olajide, Tammy Pipe and Victoria Younker – all from the Downtown Eastside – were found in a three-month span from August to October 1995 in separate remote wooded areas of the Fraser Valley. The three killings were Àrst thought the work of the same predator who ultimately turned out to be Robert Pickton, now behind bars for six murders and who claimed responsibility for killing 49 missing women. RCMP investigators now say one unknown man, likely with a 4x4 and knowledge of the back roads of the area, is responsible and they believe witnesses exist with information that could help unmask him. He must have had intimate knowledge of the crime scene areas and been comfortable in remote surroundings, possibly living or working in the area. Police say he may have hunted, Àshed or camped in the area, or worked there in logging or forestry operations or in corrections. "It's quite possible he killed them elsewhere and then dropped them there," said RCMP Cpl. Don Nicholson, of Project E-Valley, the team of 10 senior RCMP and Vancouver Police ofÀcers tackling the case. "We're hoping something might twig someone's mind and they might say 'We knew so-and-so at that time, he was involved in logging in that area' or 'he was an avid hiker in that area.'" Red vehicle paint chips and oil recovered from the sites may be linked to a 4x4 police think would have been needed to access the sites, and may have been scratched or damaged underneath. Yellow rubber Áecks were also recovered from the bodies and may have come from rain gear
or some type of material used to wrap them. Olajide, a 30-year-old mother of one, was found Aug. 10, 1995 on a trail near the Morris Valley logging road 15 kilometres north of the Lougheed Highway near Agassiz. The crack cocaine user had mostly stopped work in the sex trade and had last been seen near the Waldorf Hotel two days earlier. No attempt was made to conceal the body of Pipe, 24, found Sept. 2 in the middle of a side road 10 kilometres north of the Lougheed Highway, en route to the Woodside hang glider launch area. The sex trade worker and cocaine user known to give money and clothing to the poor had last been seen four days earlier at the Cobalt Hotel. Younker's partly decomposed body was found Oct. 21 36 kilometres north of Lougheed Highway on Sylvester Road near Mission, at the bottom of a 25foot embankment on a dead-end logging spur road. The 35-year-old's identiÀcation was later found in a dumpster near Vancouver's Vernon Rooms Hotel. She was last seen Sept. 11 of that year and police believe she was killed within 10 days. Investigators in the late 1990s thought a single killer was responsible for all women going missing and for a time discounted Pickton as a suspect because his DNA didn't match samples found on the three bodies dumped in the Valley, the only physical evidence that had surfaced to that point. The VPD's recently released Missing Women Investigation Review said excluding Pickton because he didn't kill Pipe, Olajide or Younker was a critical mistake. "It was an error to assume that only one serial killer could have operated in a geographical area as large as the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, over the span of time involved." Anyone with information can call the Project E-Valley tip line at 1-877-687-3377.
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From top: Tracy Fadola Olajide (aka Tracy Canfield), 30, Tammy Lee Pipe (aka Starr), 24, and Victoria Lynn Younker (aka Nicole Johnson or Nicole Joseph), 35, all vanished from Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside in the late summer of 1995 before their bodies were found in remote wooded areas of Mission and Agassiz.
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OBSERVER news Medical clinic opens in Harrison Jessica Peters
decision to be open more often than that. At long last, the Campbell also has an doctor is in. ofÀce in Mission, and Dr. Morgan told The Observer earlier Campbell, who has this year that making a been attempting to move to a smaller ofÀce open a private clinic in Harrison, working in Harrison Hot fewer hours, was a Springs for the past retirement goal. couple of years, will DR. MORGAN CAMPBELL A number of residents, start work here next including some council week. members, have been very Liz Campbell, the doctor's vocal about the need for a local wife, says they will start by being doctor. One of those residents is open Mondays. They will be real estate agent Marcel Juneau. gauging the demand in the small The doctor stated in a letter community before making any to this newspaper that Juneau THE OBSERVER
volunteered "his time, expertise and Ànancial help." Campbell's wife agrees. "Marcel is responsible for the clinic opening," says Liz Campbell. The doctor approached Harrison council for Ànancial support earlier this year, but his request was eventually turned down as a private medical practice is a privately-owned business. He'll be hosting on open house this Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., in his building across from the Harrison Hot Springs post ofÀce. news@ahobserver.com
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Council will hold a Public Hearing in
accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act, in the Centennial Centre, Municipal Hall, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC, on Monday, November 8, 2010 commencing at 6:00 pm to consider presentations from the public regarding “District of Kent Zoning Bylaw 1219, Amendment Bylaw No. 1466, 2010”. At the hearing, the public will be allowed to make representations to Council respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw and all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Written submissions received before 4:30 pm on November 8, 2010 will be presented for consideration. Purpose: In general terms, the proposed amendment bylaw is to improve the Personal Care Use definition and to permit Secondary Suite Use in the RS2 Zone. ZONING BYLAW TEXT AMENDMENT That District of Kent Zoning Bylaw No. 1219, 2001 hereby be amended as follows: a. Part 3 Definitions: to amend the definition for personal care use. b. Part 7 – General Regulations: to add the following Table under Section 7.17.6.10: Use
Two minute silence at cenotaph Remembrance Day this year will include bugling at Vimy Park in Agassiz. That will be around 11 a.m., when a twominute silence will be observed, conducted simultaneously along with a silence held in the AESS gymnasium. But the morning's service, which is a tribute to the men and women who have
served in war, begins at 10 a.m. At that time, the parade will line up at the Legion Hall. From there, they will march to AESS and into the gymnasium. A Remembrance Day service starts at about 10:30 a.m., including the two minute silence. At 11:15 a.m., the parade will move to the cenotaph for the
presentation of wreaths and crosses. By noon, the event will move to the Legion. Having a two-minute silence at both locations this year will allow more people to participate in the silent moment. Remember to
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c. Part 9 – Zones: to add the following to 9.5 Single-Dwelling Residential 2 Zone (RS2), under .1 Permitted Uses: .4 A secondary suite use This bylaw and any relevant documents to be considered by Council may be inspected between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays, from October 28, 2010 to November 8, 2010 inclusive, at the reception desk in the Municipal Office located at 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC. Enquiries may be directed to the undersigned at (604) 796-2235. Darcey Kohuch, Director of Development Services Dated this 28th day of October, 2010
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Monday, November 15, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs, B.C. TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs will hold a Public Hearing, pursuant to Section 890 of the Local Government Act of British Columbia, as noted above, on the following items. The purpose of this bylaw is to allow a mobile concession on commercially zoned property. 1. ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW No. 946, 2010
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OBSERVER opinion Cash back or re-investment? More than a few eyebrows went up last week with the news that British Columbians will see their provincial income tax bills trimmed by 15 per cent to make up for the HST. Whether you think Premier Gordon Campbell is buying votes or simply making good on his promise to deal with the discontent over the so-called Hated Sales Tax, it hardly matters. The real question is can the B.C. government afford the tax break or will we pay in other ways? After a diet of bad budget news and less than stellar economic predictions, it seems now isn't the best time for a tax break. Health care is struggling, the education system is strained and money is scarce for important transit improvements. Can these important government institutions be sustained when the treasury will bleed by $568 million next year? It's true that an extra $30 to $50 a month might help on the spending end for individuals whose household budgets are continuously being hit by higher costs. And the province says it can afford to give some cash back because corporate balance sheets are recovering, resulting in $2.1 billion in additional government revenue over program spending over the next three years. But even if government coffers do Àll up, is a quick refund for angry taxpayers the way to go? Perhaps enhanced investments in education, healthy care and transit might do more good. In education, for example, school districts are continuing to struggle to meet class size and composition regulations under Bill 33. There are doubts the basic education needs of students are being met at the same time as the province is rolling out full-day kindergarten, Strong Start programs and other initiatives that will require signiÀcant ongoing investments. Hospitals still struggle with waiting lists for elective surgery and have to fundraise constantly to keep up to date with technology. Cash back or re-investment? That's a question that deserves more discussion. – The Tri-City News (Black Press)
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B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – Like knights in a medieval re-enactment, B.C.’s political combatants strapped on their armour to take the ritual sword-swipes over Premier Gordon Campbell’s latest income tax cut. Public sector unions were quickest to rattle their chain mail. The teachers and nurses were outraged that $600 million wouldn’t be extracted from the paycheques of working people each year and added to the already swelling health and education budgets. CUPE president Barry O’Neill weighed in: “It’s almost comical to see Mr. Campbell descending to the point of trying to entice voters to support the HST with their own tax dollars.” Almost comical? This self-serving routine by the public sector elites with their deÀned-beneÀt pensions is downright hilarious. Private sector jobs ultimately support the entire apparatus of government, a fact that still seems to elude these ancient gladiators of the left. Campbell wasn’t much more convincing when I interviewed him the day after his $240,000 TV infomercial to unveil the 15-per-cent reduction of personal income tax, effective New Year’s Day. “The really important thing here is this is separate from the HST discussion,” Campbell said. “This is about leaving more money in people’s pockets.” Right. And the HST is about removing more money from people’s pockets. I had assumed that since the Àrst third of Campbell’s TV address was devoted to his now-familiar defence of the HST, as a lead-up to the income tax announcement, there was some connection between the two. But apparently I was wrong. The timing of the second-biggest
income tax cut in B.C. history has nothing to do with public outrage over the HST, or Campbell’s dismal popularity. It’s just the latest step in the master plan that began the day Campbell took ofÀce and slashed the personal income tax rate by 25 per cent. Regular readers will recall I predicted Campbell would use the TV address to announce a cut in the HST rate, as soon as the contract with Ottawa allows him to do it in July 2012. But reducing the HST rate to 11 per cent would likely have cost the government more revenue. The income tax cut also has the beneÀt of showing up before people vote in the HST referendum next fall. I suggested to Campbell that the average person would look at a sales tax that shifts about $2 billion annually from business to consumers, and an income tax cut that puts $600 million back in their pockets, and conclude that they are worse off. He replied that “the arithmetic doesn’t work like that.” From an individual taxpayer’s point of view, the premier is correct. But the combined effect of the HST and this income tax cut is middle class and wealthy individuals as a group paying more, and businesses paying less. Which brings us to another rusty old argument from the left: The income tax cut helps wealthier people more than poor ones. Yes it does. If you make $40,000 in 2011, you will save $236. If you make $80,000, you will save $616. You’ll probably spend those savings and more on consumption taxes, depending on how much you spend beyond necessities. I’ve been berated by readers for defending the idea that consumption taxes are better than income taxes. This would seem particularly true for B.C., where baby boomers will retire in droves in the coming years. We want people with money to move here and spend here. I assume that’s part of Campbell’s strategy, but maybe it’s too politically incorrect to say it out loud. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tÁetcher@blackpress.ca
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Government serious about receiving constructive community input? • Will the FVRD take this 99 per cent plus condemnation of the APP by the people, as proof positive that the APP needs to be reworked properly with the correct participants this time? • Will the FVRD directors (including Patricia Ross) denounce the APP in its current format as the constituents of the FVRD demand? • Will the directors of the FVRD ignore the wishes of the people, and just rubber stamp the APP? • Was this public input phase just an exercise in futility, solely aimed at fulÀlling the requirements of law? • Will the FVRD continue to only enforce bylaws they feel are easy targets, and ignore the real infractions that actually harm people? These are dangerous and serious questions that need to be answered honestly and with integrity, as the
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very foundations of democracy are at stake. David Lamson actually mentioned the word democracy at least four times whilst talking at the Chilliwack meeting, and what you have seen at the three meetings to date, is overwhelming democracy opposing something that is clearly, and morally wrong. Anyone with an open mind can clearly see that the current APP is aimed speciÀcally at undermining the people, and giving a huge advantage to the aggregate industry. I fear we are at a crossroads for the future of our valley and what it will become in future years. Will it be prudent sensible growth with sufÀcient farm land intact, or will it become an industrial wasteland of constant conÁict, anger, and hostility? The people who spoke out clearly understand that aggregate is a very important resource that is obviously required; all that has to be determined is what are the most
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Dear Editor, A review of the APP public hearing phase to date — October 26, 2010. On the eve of the Ànal public information input meeting in Hope B.C., I thought it a prudent idea to review the meetings that have taken place to date, in light of the fact that very few of the FVRD staff and directors have actually participated in more than one or two meetings. It is self evident that of the hundred plus speakers who participated in the proceedings so far, only one spoke in favour of the APP in its current format, that being a member of the aggregate industry who was one of the participants in its formulation. Of the other 99 plus percentage who spoke, it is obvious by their vehement opposition that they reject this current version of the APP, with its obvious loop holes and Áaws. The question now becomes where do we go from here? Below I list the questions that HAVE to be answered. • Were the FVRD and Provincial
environmentally beneÀcial ways of extracting it. I personally asked a gravel producer what constitutes “Primo Gravel” and without missing a beat, he answered “is it right next to a major highway?” There in a nutshell you have the crux of the problem, in the original Aggregate Producers’ Document, it clearly states that to maximize proÀts, gravel pits should be located as close as possible to existing highways, it goes on to state that dust mitigation, and health issues should be downplayed (as portrayed by Minister Hawes) whilst environmental issues should be as much as possible ignored. However the people do not see things this way, we tend to put the health and welfare of our children and families before the maximum proÀts of the aggregate industry, which also includes the streams, creeks, rivers, ponds, and lakes where we live and play. Now ladies and gentlemen, the ball is in your court, do you do
what you know is the right thing, even though it goes against a power hungry provincial government, or do you ignore the 99 per cent of the people who have urged you to take the APP back to the drawing board, include all interest groups that should have been included from the outset, and do some real good for our valley? Democracy as we know it and for the next 100 years is on the line. I urge you with all my heart to do the right thing and go down in posterity as directors who followed the truth of their convictions and voted with integrity on behalf of the people who elected you, and overwhelmingly demanded that you reject this Áawed document in its current state. Reg C Longmore Lake Errock BC
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The Ranger Station Art Gallery begins a new show this weekend. The Folk Art Show runs from Nov. 5 to 30. An opening reception is on Nov. 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Ranger Station Art
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It was an evening to be remembered: The Àrst annual Agassiz Harrison Volunteer Recognition event, and what a success it was! The Agricultural Hall was not only Àlled with the “Spirit of BC,” but also with over 350 kindred spirits: volunteers! The music by Marilee Jones was light and elegant, the speeches eloquent and the refreshments delicious. The prayer song by Chehalis Chief Willie Charlie added a special touch to the celebration. And so, I would like to say a very special thank-you to all the members of the Volunter Celebration Committee and sponsors who made this event happen. Throughout the evening, there was a lot of of reminiscing. I sat at a table with members of “Renate and Friends” and their story kept coming back to my mind. It happened about Àve years ago and though it was not the proudest moment of my volunteer career, it had long term consequences. I must have been tired, but that’s no excuse. I was scheduled to play piano with Beccie, my teacher, at the Logan Manor. I was also invited for a cup of coffee at a friend’s house and I totally forgot about the piano appointment until I got a call from Logan Manor: The
audience was seated and waiting for us! Luckily, Renate Schwanke was there and came to the rescue by starting a sing along with the residents instead. And guess what? She still does it, twice per month, Àve years later! Her group has been named, “Renate and Friends” by the residents who, by now, most likely know all the popular songs we sing! While Renate is almost always there, her friends drop in as they can. What a story! Volunteering is very fulÀlling. We give and take at the same time and often, as Mayor Ken Becotte pointed out, forget that we are volunteering. But, in spite of this, volunteers are a very precious resource that should not be taken for granted and an evening like this will go a long way to make sure the spirit will continue. And that reminds me that I should take this opportunity to thank Carol Hepnar for typing all my handwrittten articles and e-mailing them to The Observer. And it also just came to my mind that there would have been even more volunteers last night if some would not have had to follow the call of duty. Like some Lions for instance, who, just up the road attended the their Bingo Night, as they do each week, to raise money for worthwhile causes. And I am sure there are many others.
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Doug Sabourin, the executive director of Deltassist, provided a rousing speech to a packed room at the Volunteer Recognition Event, at the Agassiz Agricultural Hall last Thursday.
There were some really nice sayings about volunteers in the program and here is one of them: “The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.”
Legion’s weekly meat draws open to everyone Looking for something fun to do on a Sunday? The Legion holds their popular meat draws every Sunday, and the events are always open to guests. Entrance to the Legion hall is on the
At the end of another very successful season of hiking with students from SD#78 the Fraser-Cascade Mountain School would like to thank the 120 parents who made it all possible by accompanying us on excursions into the mountains. A total of 450 students from grades 7 to 12 spent a day hiking with us this September and October. The Mountain School program depends on parental support and we’re very grateful for that assistance. If you are a parent of one of our students and haven’t had an opportunity to accompany us for a day trip into the backcountry, think about joining us during our snowshoe season in April of 2011. Go to www.mountainschool.ca to choose an excursion and come hiking with us! (While you’re visiting our website, take a few moments to view our trip photo albums.) 10_10T_FCMS4 4631815
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Not all Christmas craft markets are created equal. Some are created just a little more closeto-the-heart. Such is the case with the Lions Christmas Craft and Gift Show,
being held December 4 at the Agassiz Agricultural Hall. It's a seven-year long tradition in this area, and for good reason. Almost all of the tables are Àlled with homemade and handmade items. From
freshly-made food products to handwoven clothes and hand carved toys, it would be hard to leave the show empty handed. And how much handmade product is out there, ready to be sold? Organizer Joey Ellis
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says there's plenty. There are already about 70 tables rented out. That's one full Ag Hall, but she says there is a little bit of room for a few more, if anyone is interested. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with vendors arriving two hours earlier. There will be a concession on site, and a 'cafe' area where people can sit and get away from the busy shopping scene. For more information, contact Joey at 604796-9951 or email her at joey9@telus.net.
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The Variety Play Children visited the Agassiz Community Gardens last Tuesday. Each child picked their own pumpkin to take home. The pumpkins are generously grown and donated by Don O’Neil with the support of the SUBMITTED PHOTO Community Gardens and other members.
Quilting show draws hundreds Nearly 100 quilts were on display recently at the Harrison Mills Community Hall. The Harrison Mills Community Club's Eighth Annual Quilt Show was held on October 16 and 17. Several hundred visitors came through the hall over that weekend, to view the spectacular work and vote for their favourite quilt. The winners of the People's Choice Awards are: First day, Grace Landrath (Agassiz) and Della VanderHoek (Agassiz). Second day was a three way tie between: Della VanderHoek (Agassiz), Audrey Peterson (Agassiz) and Laura Brayford (Chilliwack).
The Alice Curiston Award, for the most votes over the two day event, went to Della VanderHoek. The winners of the rafÁe tickets were: 1st - Handmade, reversible quilt: Jean Van Tryp (Alberta), 2nd - Fraser River Safari: Gordon Ball, 3rd - Kim’s Country Kitchen: certiÀcate: Irene Harvalias (Burnaby), 4th - Kilby Historic Site Pass: Mae Atkinson (Aldergrove), 5th - Kilby Christmas Cottage Gift: Elizabeth Regier (Aldergrove), 6th - Sasquatch Inn - certiÀcate: Ingrid Olthof (Abbotsford) and 7th - Chilliwack Fibre Arts Gift: Sandy Passenger (Chilliwack).
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How to handle caregiver crisis Betty Rajotte FOR THE OBSERVER
â&#x20AC;&#x153;What do you do when your outspoken, passionate and quick-witted mother starts fading into a forgetful, fearful woman?â&#x20AC;? In her memoir, Tangles: A Story About Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, My Mother and Me, Sarah Leavitt describes her attempts to deal with her motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease. Speaking to Shelagh Rogers on the CBC program The Next Chapter, she commented on the isolation experienced by families whose loved ones are suffering from mental distress. Ms. Leavitt feels that people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what to expect and may be afraid or embarrassed by unusual responses or behaviours. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know
what to say or do, so they make themselves scarce. As a society we are challenged to offer support to our neighbours. Family members are making an enormous contribution in caring for elderly and inĂ&#x20AC;rm relatives in their homes. Annual savings to the health care system are estimated by Statistics Canada (2002) to be $25 billion. But surveys warn of caregiver burnout and high stress levels resulting from this burden. How do we help the wife whose husband has become demanding and difĂ&#x20AC;cult, making it impossible for her to leave him for even a few hours? How do we support the husband whose wife stays awake all night or mistakes him for a
threatening stranger? How do we help the daughter keep her patience and sense of humour when she hears the same stories over and over again? Sometimes just having people who know what they are going through, who will listen with patience and understanding, can ease the stress. A friend or neighbor keeping in contact, even dropping in and sitting for a visit can make a huge difference. Donating to advocacy groups that work for education and more adequate services will raise awareness. Learning about available programs and health services is essential. Last Thursday, our community celebrated the Volunteer Spirit. Chief Willie Charlie spoke of growing up
in Agassiz. The community kept a watch on the children and teenagers. The sense of belonging and responsibility to live up to expectations had a huge inĂ uence on him. The two mayors and the guest speaker, Doug Sabourin, stressed the same theme of how communities are strengthened by how they care for all their members, especially those undergoing challenges. Everyone needs to be valued and included. Learn how you can be a resource to your neighbour. Want to learn more? Listen to a speaker from the Alzheimer Society discuss Caregiver Support, n Monday, November 15 at 2 p.m., in the boardroom at Cheam Village on McKay Crescent in Agassiz.
Echoes: Village pays off Memorial Hall 50 Years Ago, 1960 â&#x20AC;˘ The purchase of the Harrison Hot Springs Hall by the Village of Harrison was Ă&#x20AC;nally completed, debt-free in the fall of 1960. The money had been deposited in the Bank of Montreal in Agassiz and debenture holders were Ă&#x20AC;nally able to redeem their money and interest from the bank. â&#x20AC;˘ The winter works project of reinforcing the dyke at Harrison Hot Springs looked bleak after a letter came from the Provincial
Agriculture Minister stating they would not approve any more money for the work because the money allotted the previous year should have been enough. The Village would have to trim the winter works budget accordingly.
â&#x20AC;˘ In the â&#x20AC;&#x153;how things stay the sameâ&#x20AC;? theme, local citizens at a meeting learned that there would be aboveaverage growth for this area in coming years. It was predicted that completion of a freeway from Vancouver to Chilliwack would have
a big effect, bringing Chilliwack only 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver. But, the report predicted, even if cars could travel in excess of 100 miles per hour (160 kph), Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs would still be considered too far for
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs has received and will consider an application on the following item at the Regular Council meeting of November 15, 2010: 1. DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT (Folio 1640 52402) Location: Lot 44, Section 13, Township 4, Range 29, West of the Sixth Meridian New Westminster District Plan 37485, PID 003 569 462 Civic address: 298 Lillooet Avenue Owner: 0761036 BC LTD (Cascia Developments) Purpose: That the Zoning Bylaw is varied or supplemented as follows: a) That section 8.1 of Zoning Bylaw 672, 1996 Village Commercial Zone (C1) (.7 Maximum Building Height) be increased from 15 metres or 4 storeys, whichever is lesser, to allow for a 5th ďŹ&#x201A;oor and to a maximum of up to 17.5 metres. b) That section 4.11 of Zoning Bylaw 672, 1996 Amenity Area (.3 Common Amenity Area) be reduced from 200 square metres to 108 square metres. c) That section 5.10 of Zoning Bylaw 672, 1996 Off Street Loading be varied to allow for one commercial loading space and one enlarged residential parking space in lieu of additional residential loading space. This proposed Development Variance Permit may be inspected between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, inclusive, excluding holidays, in the Municipal OfďŹ ce at 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs, BC. Please direct your inquiries to the Chief Administrative OfďŹ cer at 604 796 2171. Debra Key Corporate OfďŹ cer
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Dear Editor, Oct. 17-23, was Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Awareness Week. Correctional Institutions across Canada recognize their CAC members, who are all volunteers from thelocal communities. These volunteers give generously of their time, providing the management teams of each correctional institution with impartial advice and recommendations regarding the federal corrections process. We, the members of Mountain CAC wish to inform the public of the Work Release Program at Mountain Institution which started in the 1990s. In particular, the Kent Cemetery Project has
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been under the care of Mountain Institution for approximately eight years. This year, the project was begun in late June and ended in mid-Sept, for a total of 11 days. Four correctional staff members, along with three inmates participated in the program. At the beginning, the focus was cutting down the three feet of grass that was hiding all of the grave markers. Once this was completed, all of the branches that had fallen during the winter were cut and put off to the side. The stairs that were built in 2007 were repaired and cleaned. Once the cemetery reached the maintenance stage, the grave plots and headstones were
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Storytime at Agassiz Library – for preschoolers & their grownups. Crackle & Terrill are reading with some new stories & fun! Fridays at 10:15 a.m. Drop in, no charge, all welcome. For more info call your library 604-796-9510.
Depending on space limitations, each week we will publish a different set of groups and activities from within the community.
Agassiz Harrison Family Place. 7272 Morrow Road. Meet friends, old and new! Parents/caregivers with their children 0-6 are welcome. Mon, Wed and Thurs, 9:30am-12pm. Call Willena or Louisa 604-796-0313 Agassiz-Harrison Garden Club meets the second Wed of each month from Oct-July in the foyer of the Ag Hall at 7:30pm. FMI 604-796-3291 or 604-796-2423 Agassiz-Harrison Lions meet at 7pm on the 2nd and 4th Wed of the month at the Lion’s Den in the Ag-Rec Hall, 6800 Pioneer Ave. FMI call Mel at 604-796-0598 or Zen at 604-796-9502 or Eleanor at 604-858-3389 Agassiz-Harrison Senior Peer Counsellors Meet with Caregivers 3rd Mon of each month, 2-4pm at Branch 32 Agassiz Legion. FMI call Betty Rajotte at 604-796-0409 Agassiz Kids At The Cross – Thursdays at the Ag Recreation Centre in Agassiz. FMI call Ettie 604-819-6822
Fall Bazaar at St. Anthony’s Church, Agassiz Saturday, November 6th from 1:30 pm to 3 pm Afternoon Tea, Crafts & Baking, Door Prizes & In-house Raffle
PS98(Psalm Ninety-Eight) Music Ministry’s Grace & Gratitude Concert at the Agassiz Christian School 7 pm on Saturday, November 27th. This Music Ministry was designed to Evangelize, Praise & Proclaim God’s words to help Youth develop LIONS AGASSIZ-HARRISON their time, talent & treasure in order to follow Christ & ensure an active living of faith in communion with the church. Net proceeds from this benefit concert will go towards St. Anthony’s & PS98 World Youth Day 2011 fund drive. This event is sponsored by the St. Anthony’s Pastoral Council & hosted by our Youth Group. Tickets $12 each. For more information call Emee 604-796-3116.
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Agassiz Al-Anon. Is someone’s drinking affecting you? FMI call Shirley 604-796-9865 or Anne 604-793-3103 “Agassiz Comforters” get together at 9am every Fri morning at the United Church. FMI call Anne 604-796-9705 Agassiz Elks Lounge – 1824 #9 Hwy, open daily 3pm till closing. Everyone welcome
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have accomplished in giving back to the community. Submitted by: Members of Mountain CAC
Wheelchair stolen from Cheam Village senior Dear Editor, During Halloween a wheelchair went missing from Cheam Village. This piece of equipment is extremely important to the resident that owns it. If anyone
knows anything about this incident please return to Cheam Village and no questions will be asked. Thank you. Mirjam Gregoire Cheam Village Care Centre
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Important NOTICE! Agassiz-Harrison Senior Citizens Housing Society
Annual General Meeting will be held
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over the years in support of the Fall Fair. The inmates that work on these various projects are proud of the work that they
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The fence at the front of the Kent Cemetery was put in place through a work release program.
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cleaned. Last year, a new fence and archway at the entrance to the cemetery were constructed. Mountain Institution plans to continue this project, with a focus next year on rebuilding the gazebo at the foot of the cemetery. As a joint venture between Mountain Institution and the District of Kent, it is hoped that this project will remain alive for many years. Previously, supervised inmates have helped rebuild the horse corral at the Agassiz Fairgrounds, and have contributed to numerous projects
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CHILDCARE AVAILABLE
Daycare available in my home 0-5 years of age. Reasonable rates will do weekends and shift hours. Call Sherry 604-845-0514 1 (604)796-0108, agassiz area
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BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. New franchise opportunities in your area. Call 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com today. Direct reach to BC Sportsmen and women...Advertise in the 2011 BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, amazing circulation 400,000 copies, year long impact for your business! Please call Annemarie at 1-250-480-3244 or email fish@mondaytourism.com Everything to start your own picture framing business. Machinery, supplies, prints & more. Owner retiring. $20,000 obo. (604)845-3220
Flower Store Franchise $65,000 (Victoria, B.C.) Own a part of the most successful group of flower stores in Canada. Existing 20 year old turnkey franchise available in Victoria, B.C. Serious inquiries only. Reply to: sellflowers@gmail.com
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
FAMILY ORIENTED trucking co. specializing in O/D freight. Must be able to cross border. Home most weekends. Min. 2 years exp. Fax resume & abstract to 604-852-4112
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the members of Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society (FVACFSS) will be held at The Falls Resort, located at 8341 Nixon Road, Chilliwack, BC on Monday, December 13, 2010 at 12:00 PM, PST.
GET IN THE GAME!!! Up to $20/hour. No phones. Work with people. 15 positions for our Promotional Dept. People skills an asset. No experience, no problem.
WORKING BEYOND (TIOW)
Training Opportunities
Call Shelley 604-777-2195 HEAVY DUTY Mechanic required for Lemare Lake Logging Ltd. Must be certified or have extensive mechanical experience. Union wages and benefits. Fax resume to 250956-4888.
Targeted Initiative for Older Workers
CLASSES START IN NOVEMBER! REGISTER AND CALL NOW! #209 – 33123 1st Avenue, Mission
1-866-986-WORK (9675) We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development and the Federal Government through the Ministry of Human Resources and Skills Development.
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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES DISTRICT MANAGER REQUIRED for Marquise Hospitality Services division. This exciting opportunity provides integrated support services including dining, laundry, maintenance and housekeeping services to Healthcare Facilities across Western Canada. The District Manager will oversee multiple healthcare facilities, managers and supervisors in the Fraser Valley area in BC, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer. The District Manager is also responsible for all activities, including staff, client relations and budgets, at all sites within the region. Applicant will be an excellent ambassador of the Marquise Group and liaison between Marquise and clients. Will be required to carry out related duties of the food services department in addition to housekeeping, laundry and maintenance. Other responsibilities include; scheduling of staff for the Food Service Department, understanding and implementing HACCP rules and rationale, orientation and training of new staff and ensuring OH&S practices in the workplace. To be successful in this role, you must be committed to excellent service and superior client relations. You must also be a motivating leader who is able to mentor and develop your employees. Relocation packages are available. Please send resumes directly to HS504.marquise@hiredesk.net.
The Working Beyond program is a targeted initiative program focusing on the issues that mature workers are facing. Its aim is to facilitate older workers to re-enter the workforce and maintain their employment or explore self employment options and start their own business.
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Medical Office Trainees Needed! Drs. & Hospitals need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement is also Available! 1-888-778-0459
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Winter Drivers Required for Hope area Minimum Requirement - Class 3 with Air Endorsement. Preference will be given to Drivers with Pup experience & Heavy Equipment Operators who possess a Class 1 License. Please mail/fax with driver’s abstract to: Emil Anderson Maintenance PO Box 96 51160 Sache Street Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0 Fax: (604) 794-3863 11-10F_EAM5
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 138
PERSONAL SERVICES 188
LABOURERS
Experienced Salvage Burners - Surrey BC, Cassidy BC and Out of Town work avail - Amix Salvage - We offer both seasonal or long term employment. We are stable and GROWING! Great benefits and competitive pay. Apply at www.amix.ca or fax 1-866812-2478
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
A progressive, multi-branch, full service hydraulic component re-manufacturing company located in SE BC, has a need for a Journeyman Machinist or equivalent experience. Consideration will be given to existing apprentices. We offer a competitive wage and benefit package. Fax: 250-425-7151 or email: dayk@cil.ab.ca. BUSY CANADIAN Fire Truck sales, service and repair facility is looking for service technicians. Should posses an automotive, diesel mechanics certificate or have EVT experience. Fire Truck service experience is an asset. Top wages and benefits paid to the right team orientated person. Fax or email resumes to 604-850-2397 or reception@profire.net. No phone calls. Continental Cartage a national flatdeck carrier has immediate openings for Class 1 lease ops & company drivers. A minimum of 2 years exp. required. Lots of miles. Contact Glenn @ 604 930 7999 ext.3
LEGAL SERVICES
#1 IN PARDONS Remove your criminal record. Express Pardons offers the FASTEST pardons, LOWEST prices, and it’s GUARANTEED. BBB Accredited. FREE Consultation Toll-free 1-866-416-6772 www.ExpressPardons.com
CARPENTRY
The Renovator: experienced local carpenter specializing in decks, laminate floors, framing, finishing, metal roofs, vinyl siding, concrete, additions & painting. Commercial & Residential. Kelly 604-819-1936
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ELECTRICAL
#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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HANDYPERSONS
A HELPFUL HANDYMAN Ltd. 778-808-7442. What can we do for you? Bonded and Insured! www.ahelpfulhandyman.com
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LANDSCAPING
knoke trucking
HD TECHNICIAN required for truck & trailer repair shop in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Fax or email resume: 780-532-6749 or service@qualitytruck.ca. PIPELAYER, 3 to 5 years experience with Residential Draintile for Trucking and Excavating Co. Must have transportation to job sites in the Lower Mainland. Fax resume to 604-460-7853
Wellons Canada, a leading Canadian manufacturer of lumber dry kilns, wood waste incinerators and thermal oil heating systems, has an immediate full-time opportunity in its drafting dept. for a
PIPING / MECHANICAL DRAFTSPERSON This opening is for an experienced drafting person with a background in process piping, Autocad, Inventor and materials handling skills. Steel fabrication and Autoplant experience would be an asset. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please apply to Wellons Canada Corp, Surrey, BC by email to:
administration@wellons.ca Attn: Chief Draftsperson or by fax: 604-888-2959
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ALLAN CONST. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. (604)618-2304 820-2187.
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PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! AMAN’S PLUMBING SERVICES Lic.gas fitter. Reas $. 778-895-2005
PETS
CHIHUAHUA, tiny, purebred, 2 M. Born July 24. Ready to go. All shots to date. $700. 604-218-6669 W.Rck DALMATION pups, 1M, born july 1, ckc reg., all shots, deworm, $900. (604)793-5130 DOBERMAN PUP, MALE, 10 wks old, brown, $800. Phone (604) 589-7477 (Surrey). ENGLISH BULLDOG, CKC reg. 10 wks old, shots, microchip, vet ✔. Healthy, happy, gorgeous. Health gurant’d. $2200. 778-895-8453. English Mastiff pups, M/F, p/b, papers, microchipped, dewormed, 1st shots. $1900. Call (604)316-7615 GERMAN Shepherd pups, ckc reg. parents German bloodlines with no slope, exc temperament. $1000. (604)796-3026. No sun calls GOLDEN RETRIEVER 3 male puppies, P.B. Mother golden retriever/golden lab. $400. 604-826-9543 Husky Wolf X pups, $500. 7 wks on Nov 1, blk w/markings, dewormed, view parents. chrisjo@telus.net (604)869-2772, Laidlaw, Hope JACK RUSSELL PUPS 2 males, tri colored, tails docked & dew claws. Vet ✔ , view parents. Ready Nov. 9 (10 weeks). $550. 604-820-4236 KITTENS; Manx X, 4f, 2m, 1 w/o tail, mouser family, 9 wks. Yarrow address. $45-$70. 1-604-997-6009 LABS, Chocolate, Parents reg’d, pups not. 1st shots, dewormed, vet ✔, M/F, $600/ea. (604)850-4945 MALTI SHIH TZU, 2 F, 2 M. Vet ✓, 1st. shots, tri-colored. Mother/father on site. $500 each. 778-574-2001 MALTI / SHIH-TZU / POODLE X. Pups & adults. Ador. choc. & colours. Reduced,$600. 604-820-9469 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! www.856-dogs.com or call: 604856-3647. Pomeranian pups, reg, adorable, orange/party colours, 1st shots, starting $500. Call (604)794-7345 PRESA CANARIO P/B. All black. Ready to go. Dad 150lbs, Mom 120lbs. $700 obo. 778-552-1525 VIZSLA PUPS, champion lines, shots, guaranteed. $750 email vizsla@telus.net or call 604 819 2115
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MOVING & STORAGE
AAA ADVANCE MOVING Experts in all kinds of moving/packing. Excellent Service. Reas. rates! Different from the rest. 604-861-8885 www.advancemovingbc.com
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UNDER $300
5 piece oak dining set, $300. 604796-2420
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
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COLLECTORS SAXOPHONES Baritone 1926 Silver, CM Conn Ltd, original with Case, good shape, $3500 Call 604-534-2997 DIGITAL Piano Keyboard, like new, 58”x13”. $400. Call (604)869-5576 to see.
Harrison Hot Springs, one bdrm apt, clean, part reno’d, very bright, across from lake, courtyard view, cable incl. n/s, n/p, (604)853-4273 HARRISON HS lg 1bdrm apt. W/D in suite, avail Dec 1st. N/S only, n/p, dd, RR. 604-793-5335 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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ACREAGE
20 Acres-$0 Down! $99/mo. Near Growing El Paso, Texas. Guaranteed Owner Financing, No Credit Checks. Money Back Guarantee. FreeMap/Pictures. 866254-7755 www.sunsetranches.com
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AGASSIZ-land and beautifully renovated 2 br mobile home new from the studs in to include all new windows, new insulation new oak hardwood floors, new drywall and much more. come and look $149,900. own your own land!! phone for pictures 604-798-1952 Mt Woodside, Agassiz
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HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOUSES
Older Home? Damaged Home? Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH! Call Us First! 604.657.9422
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LOTS
LARGE ARIZONA BUILDING LOTS FULL ACRES AND MORE! Guaranteed Owner Financing. No Credit check. $0 down - 0 interest. Starting @ just $89/mo. USD. Close to Tucson’s Intl. Airport. For Recorded Message 800-631-8164 Code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com. Offer ends 11/30/10!
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EDUCATION/TUTORING
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 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is rated #2 for at-home jobs. Train from home with the only industry approved school in Canada. Contact CanScribe today! 1-800466-1535. www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com. AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
373A TELEPHONE SERVICES 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. CHEAP TELEPHONE RECONNECT! Paying too much? Switch, save money, and keep your number! First month only $24.95 + connection fee. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca. **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.
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PETS
BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, $500. (604)7963026. No Sunday calls BEARDED DRAGON, 1 yr. old, cage, heat lamp, light, food dish, compl. package. Worth $500. Asking $150 obo 778-865-0104 BORDER COLLIE pups. 1st shots & worming. Ready to go. Both parents to view. $450. 604-534-1006 Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. 1(604)794-3786 BOXER PUPPIES, great temperament, family raised, stunning colors, vet ✓ dewormed, 1st shots $850 each. Call 604-607-7480 CATS & KITTENS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats.604-309-5388 / 856-4866 CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, 9 wks, vet ✓ 1st shot, 2M, black/white. $600. 604-526-3655.
HOMES FOR RENT
Agassiz, 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, on a farm, avail. immed., $1,000/m + DD, 604-796-9293 AGASSIZ, 4 BDRM farm house, 3 full bath, 2 master bdrms, new home, garage, RV parking n/s, n/p, $1975/m. Nov. 1 (604)751-5096 HARRISON Hot Springs,waterfront, 5 km fr. HHS, 2 bdrm, 5 appls, cbl TV, N/P. $1,000/mo.Avail. until June 2011. Call 1-604-937-5288.
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SUITES, LOWER
Mount Woodside, walkout bsmnt, lrg, clean, bright, kitch & liv rm. In ste laund. Avail., now, $650 + util., & dd. Pet negot. (604)845-0809
TRANSPORTATION 810
AUTO FINANCING
$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.
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1988 PORSCHE 911 Coupe. All original, only 125K, just inspected serviced. $26,800. 604-987-3876. 1995 HONDA ACCORD EXR. 2 dr. Load. Aircared. Auto. $2450. Runs good. 604-751-3833; 604-855-7081 1998 HONDA CIVIC, 2 dr, red. Aircared til March ‘12. 95K kms. Exc. cond. Auto. $3850. 604-226-4451 2001 HONDA ACCORD 4/dr 3L, exc cond, fully loaded, leather, power heated front seats, moon roof, 224K - highway. 604-314-8022. 2003 HYUNDAI Tiburon for Sale. Red, 5spd, V6, Black leather and sunroof. New Stereo system installed. Handles great in winter, 17in winter tires included as well as all seasons. Approx 150km. Asking $8000 OBO. Please contact 604792-9694 or 604-819-8501. 2007 Hyundai Sonata GLS, 3.3L auto, V6, leather seats, sunroof, 39,000k, $12,900. (604)858-4179 2010 Toyota Matrix, auto, 4 dr h/b, loaded. Grey, exc cond. Wholesale $13,995 DL5961 (604)793-5520
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660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
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VEHICLES WANTED
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1987 Ford 26’ motorhome, good condition. $5900. Call after 5pm, (604)795-2620 1993-5TH WHEEL 25 FT TRAV-LMATE SLPS 6 NO LEAKS NEW BATTERY/MICROWAVE LIKE NEW N/S HARRISON MILLS AREA $7900 604-491-7894 1998 23’ Prism trailer. Lite weight fiberglass, ex. cond. Must see! Kept undercover. $6300. 604-533-7833
2010 Laredo 297RL
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
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MISC. FOR SALE
AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses! BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES!” 25X30 $5449. 30X40 $7850. 32X60 $12,300. 32X80 $17,800. 35X60 $14,200. 40X70 $14,770. 40X100 $24,600. 46X140 $36,990. OTHERS. Front endwall optional. Pioneer MANUFACTURERS DIRECT 1-800-6685422. 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. CAN’T Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991. CAN’T Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com
New girl’s single bed & night table. All new bedding included. $200 604-796-2664 NEW Norwood SAWMILLS - LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cycle-sawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Incredible end-of-season factory discounts on various models/sizes. Plus FREE DELIVERY to most areas. CALL FOR CLEARANCE QUOTE AND BROCHURE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
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AGASSIZ 1735 #9 Hwy. 2 Bdrm apt $680/mo + utils. Sm pet neg. Avail Dec 1st. Call: (604)795-7366. AGASSIZ, 2 BDRM apt, beautiful view, 1 car garage, lg yard, avail. now. Call (604)613-2800 AGASSIZ, 2 BDRM apt, with view. Clean bright bldg, lg. kitchen, laundry in bldg, free parking. N/p, avail. now. $625/m. (604)614-6184 AGASSIZ $575.00 Mt. Cheam views in one bedroom, recent renovation, elevator, new laundry facilities, storage locker, parking & walking to downtown amenities.One month free & discount to seniors 65+. Pet friendly. 778-918-9062. AGASSIZ: CLEAN 1 bdrm, apt. in Woodside Terrace, quiet well managed bldg in downtown.$570/mth. + utils & D. D. Immed. (604)588-6665
Rear living room w/ two swivel rockers, dinette/sofa slide. $29,995 (stk.28121) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
2010 Travelstar 245RKS
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CARS - DOMESTIC
Harrison, furnished,studio apt, very bright, across from lake, courtyard view, a/c, skylight, cable incl. n/s, n/p, $500/m (604)853-4273
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T. Marlowe Manor Spacious 1 bdrm available now.
Ask about our seniors discount. Pets upon prior approval.
604-796-8760
HOMES FOR RENT
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $100 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
ALL VEHICLES WANTED
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604.408.2277
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1997 CHEVY BLAZER 4X4, sunroof, Air Cared, $2900. 604-8269279
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1954 FORD F100 p.u., V8 auto, no eng, new exh., brks, uph, lowered etc $3500. Call (604)860-0690 1983 GMC Sierra 1500, canopy, 6.2 diesel, Muncie 4sp trans, 227,500k, aircared on Sept 21/10. $3500 obo. (604)792-7640 2000 TOYOTA TACOMA ext cab a/c, tow pkg, excellent cond! 58K. $13,000/obo. Local. 604-792-5077 2002 Chev 1500HD Silverado crew cab, auto, 4x4, V8/6 litre, 4 dr, tow pkg, 230K, $6900. 778-240-4574 2007 FORD F150 ext’d cab, 4 dr suicide, V8, 4.6, magnum flr exhst, auto, white, blacked out, $17,500 obo. (604) 751-3162 or 820-0592. 2009 Dodge Journey 3000kms, incl Bruno conversion $3000 on Class 3 hitch $18,000 total (604)793-9658 2009 Ford Ranger FX4, super cab loaded. 29,000km. Take over payments at 0% fin. thru Ford Credit. $19,000 604-796-3056
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2009 MIRAGE white tandem axle closed in CAR TRAILER, 12000 lbs GVW, 24’ of storage, 29’ overall length. Like new! $10,500/obo. 604-820-6330 pager 604-632-7584.
NEED A VEHICLE? No Credit? Bad Credit. Cars - Trucks - SUVs. Good credit or bad credit. Guaranteed to Drive. 1-877-734-9242. Apply online www.Joanmasters.ca
1989 PONTIAC SUNBIRD, 4 dr., 1 lady owner, well maint. 133,000 mi. Good cond. $2500. 604-853-2600 1995 PONTIAC Grand Am, green, 170,000km, aircared, runs well $2400. Call Bob (604)617-3774 1998 FORD S/W, red, 1.6 L, auto, 270 km, well maint. $1600 obo. Phone (604)852-2167. 1999 SEABRING LXI, 2 dr. Loaded. Aircared. Very clean. Auto. $2600. V6. 604-751-3833; 604-855-7081 2000 MUSTANG, convertible, auto, runs good, AirCrd, full load, mint condition. $4,200 604-615-9981.
AGASSIZ
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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1988 300E Mercedes Benz, black, leather, $3000 obo. (604)858-0946
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CARS - DOMESTIC
2001 BUICK LE SABRE. Great ride, good cond. fabric uphols. Beige in/out. $4500. 604-850-8475 2002 BUICK REGAL LS. Like new, heated lthr seats, s/roof, low kms. prive sale $6900 obo 778-565-1097 2003 BUICK LASABRE LTD 3.8, V6, leather heated seats, spotless. $7900 obo. 604-593-5072 2003 FORD FOCUS sdn 109K, 5 spd, new battery & clutch, power doors /locks, cd, a/c excell cond., Aircared till March 2012, full set of winter tires on steel rims included $4850 obo (604)855-7841 2006 CHEVY MALIBU MAXX LT, V6 silver/grey, exc shape/well maint loaded, 96,000 kms. Moved to farm - bought a truck. $8750 obo. Call Ruth-Ann @ 604-309-4699. 2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA - V-6, local, all pwr. options, no accidents, sandstone metallic, alloys, low Km’s 58k $11,495 604-328-1883
CHRYSLER Intrepid WANTED ‘98 or newer Prefer ES model with 3.2L or 3.5L engine. 604.819.5156 gonetothelake@shaw.ca
BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095 FULLY SEASONED, Alder/Maple, Birch, split & delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime
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HARRISON HOT Springs - condo to share: ns, nd quiet female looking for a roommate to share condo. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, balcony overlooking miami river. very quiet building winter and summer. resident cat, no other pets please. $625 all inclusive. 604-860-3919
FUEL
Sofa Italia 604.580.2525
EAST WEST ROOFING & SIDING CO. Roofs & re-roofs. BBB & WCB. 10% Discount, Insured. Call 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB Ins. Clean Gutters $80. 24 hr. emer. serv. 7dys/wk. 604-240-5362 GL ROOFING & Repairs. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB Ins. Clean Gutters $80. 24 hr. emergency serv. 7days/wk. 1-877-257-5362
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BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
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HOMES FOR RENT
Top floor of house in Agassiz 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths, NS, NP Hydro & Gas included $900 a month. 1/2 mo. D.D. required. Refs. please.
Call 604-845-2705
Rear bath, large windows, electric awning, outside shower, lots more . $23,995 (stk.28220) www.fraserwayrv.com 1.800.806.1976 D.L. #30644
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Agassiz All Storage RVs, boats & mini storage
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2005 MAZDA TRIBUTE 4X4
2004 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 4WD
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