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Cancer survivor hopes for big Terry Fox Run turnout

Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Two-time cancer survivor Eileen Shepherd is counting on Hope residents to take part in this weekend's Terry Fox Run. "Most of us know the Terry Fox story, and he remains in the hearts of all of us," she says. "Most of us know someone who has had cancer, some of whom have succumbed to the dreaded disease."

Terry Fox began the Marathon of Hope 31 years ago, dipping his cial leg into the Atlantic Ocean at little dip in the water started his proposed run across Canada, a total of over 8,000 miles. His aim was to raise money for cancer research, and he was hoping

for $1 for each Canadian citizen.

Terry's cancer returned 143 days under Bay, Ont. He had run about 3,000 miles. He died in September, 1981.

More than $500 million has already been raised in the name of Terry Fox, with much support from Fox's mother Betty, who also passed away recently.

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While the run was eventually nished by another cancer amputee, Steve Fonyo, in Terry's Fox's honour, the run is held annually around the e run gives participants an opportunity to fundraise, while keeping Terry's spirit alive.

In Hope, as in over 50 other cities, the Terry Fox Run/Walk will take place on Sunday, Sept. 18 at the Hope Recreation Centre at 9 a.m. People can run, walk, cycle, push a baby stroller or use a walker, doing any distance cial run is 5 km. Registration is at 8:30 a.m.

Participants can bring in donations or pledges, if they prefer. Pledge forms are not mandatory, and anyone can join in. Route maps will be provided at registration.

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Myles shows courage as speaker Autism doesn’t slow him down

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Myles McKie spoke openly to Kent elementary students about his life with autism this week. McKie also speaks at business conferences, to health and education professionals, and non-profit organizations.

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When Myles McKie was in elementary school, his teachers couldn’t get him near a book.

He wanted nothing to do with them.

When he was in Grade 8, he still wouldn’t read.

Couldn’t read. He simply wasn’t interested. Then in Grade 9, he decided picking up a book wasn’t all that bad. Within a year, he was reading at a Grade 12 level.

Why? Because he was ready.

McKie told this story, with the help of his mother Anita McKie, to the students of Kent elementary school Tuesday afternoon. The duo travel around schools, talking about their experiences with autism. McKie has Asperger’s Syndrome, a higher functioning form of autism. But listening to his story opened the audience’s understanding of McKie’s abilities. “Who was your first friend?� one student asked. “Did you have an imaginary friend?� another one wanted to know.

Most wanted to know how he made it through school, and if people teased him.

No, he told them, he wasn’t teased.

His first friend? His mom set up a partnership with another kid, and that relationship is still strong.

Now, McKie has too many friends to count. “I don’t have enough fingers to count them!� he told the students, laughing.

And that imaginary friend? Not one his mom knew about.

McKie has been promoting autism awareness by speaking publicly for the past five years. As a person with a form of autism, speaking publicly doesn’t come naturally.

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Free shuttle to the fairgrounds sponsored by Prospera Credit Union.

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The Village of Harrison Hot Springs is inviting all local contractors interested in constructing an information kiosk for the Campbell Lake Trail Head, to contact Ian Gardner, Operations Manager at the Village OfÀce. Ian can be reached at 604-796-2171, Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. for all further details.

All interested contractors please contact Ian by no later than September 22, 2011.

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VILLAGE OF HARRISON HOT SPRINGS TAX SALE NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the following property and improvements will be sold for taxes by public auction on Monday, September 26, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers Village OfÀce, 495 Hot Springs Road, Hot Springs B.C., unless the delinquent taxes with interest are sooner paid.

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Lot ST41, Plan LMS787, Section 13, Township 4, Range 29, Meridian W6, New Westminster Land District PID# 018-197-591

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Lot ST8, Plan NWS2167, Section 13, Township 4, Range 29, Meridian W6, New Westminster Land District PID# 000-750-972

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Lot ST45, Plan LMS2460, Section 13, Township 4, Range 29, Meridian W6, New Westminster Land District PID# 023-477-555

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The highest bidder above the upset price or, if there is no bid above the upset price, the bidder at the upset price shall be declared the purchaser.

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

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The Village of Harrison Hot Springs, in cooperation with community partners, is working on “Sustainable Harrison,� an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) that will lead us to a socially, culturally, economically & environmentally sustainable future.

Come to the planning event & tell us what you think about the Draft ICSP & what needs to be done to create a successful & sustainable future for our community.

What is an ICSP? An ICSP is a document that is written by the community to guide the community toward a desirable & sustainable future.

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Now, he speaks to large groups and is getting plenty of media attention.

He graduated high school a few years ago, has a job as a merchandiser, and helps his mom with her business.

And when he’s not engrossed in a novel — he reads for hours a day — he’s attempting to write his own.

To find out more about Myles McKie, or see a documentary on his life, search for his name on Google. “Oh, my name will come up,� he said, smiling ear to ear. news@ahobserver.com

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Missing man found on gravel bar Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Police confirmed Saturday morning that Christopher Hannaford was the man who was found dead last Friday afternoon.

Hannaford, 27, was last seen on a gravel bar near Old Orchard Campground on Kennedy Road in Harrison Mills, just east of Agassiz. A body was found on a gravel bar in the same area at about 4 p.m. Friday afternoon.

The deceased’s brother Jonathan waited for about two hours on the riverbank Friday evening, as police, a coroner and Kent Harrison Search and Rescue retrieved a then-unidentified body from a gravel bar not far from the riverside campground.

It was a sombre wait as the sun set, as recreational boaters and fishermen came and went from the boat launch near the Harrison River bridge.

Hannaford’s body was brought to shore at about 7:20 p.m., and the brother was given the chance to identify the body aboard the SAR boat.

When the body was brought onto the dock, SAR members, RCMP, Hannaford and his friend all stood silently for a minute or two, before a visibly distraught Hannaford returned to his vehicle.

Hannaford and his friend had just arrived in the area from out of province.

RCMP media liaison Cst. Tracy Wolbeck confirmed with Black Press Saturday morning that the body was indeed Christopher Hannaford. “Although this is a very sad ending to a long and involved search, Chris’s family now has the closure

For the record The Agassiz high school reunion of 1951's meet and greet at the Friendship House today is not open to the public, as reported in last week's Observer.

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they need to move on,� said Cst. Wolbeck. She confirmed that Hannaford’s brother had arrived from Newfoundland on the day his brother’s body was discovered and was able to assist police in making a positive identification.

The cause of death will not be released until a full coroner’s examination has been completed.

Wolbeck thanked everyone who was involved in the search for Christopher Hannaford.

Last Friday, a man had called The Observer’s sister paper, The Chilliwack Progress, at about 4:15 p.m., saying that his brother had found the body. Police say the two brothers had been fishing in the area, not far from where Hannaford is thought to have fallen in the water.

Ironically, the search for Hannaford had been scaled back on Friday, after an RCMP

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Jonathan Hannaford receives news from RCMP that the body found on a gravel bar Friday night was most likely his brother.

dive team and Air 1 helicopter had not detected any sign of the missing man.

Search and rescue member member Neil Brewer said on scene that every conceivable area of the river was searched before the attempts were scaled down, including all

gravel bars, log sorts and all the river’s edges.

On Friday, police said they do not believe foul play was involved in Hannaford’s disappearance, but that drinking may have been involved. news@ahobserver.com

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Safe return a priority

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Kienan Hebert’s return home is as remarkable as it is fortunate.

But it seems more, beyond an unlocked door.

Twelve hours after the three-year-old boy’s family made an emotional plea to his captor, a 911 call was received at 3 a.m. Sunday that he was back in his home, where he was found sleeping with the three blankets that went missing with him four days before.

Questions remain how this occurred, how an abductor could return to the scene of the crime undetected and escape arrest.

The unfenced Sparwood property is in a new subdivision with only one road in and out.

Police, in response to criticism that the suspect, Randall Hopley, remains at large, are only admitting they “facilitated” the return.

The family had vacated the house and was staying with neighbours.

They left the doors unlocked. Police, who had previously been monitoring the area, were no where to be seen.

And that’s the way it had to be.

If the suspect felt in danger, he might have run, and maybe Kienan wouldn’t be back with his family right now.

The boy’s safety was all that mattered.

The fact he was returned and is safe after being abducted, as police have said, is rare.

And for that, police are due our greatest respect.

Revealing much more about how this was accomplished would only benefit other potential abductors.

What’s more important is the health and happiness of Kienan and his family. Their ordeal is not over.

And now that police have arrested their lone suspect – a convicted sex offender with a long list of break-and-enters, who admitted in court to trying to remove another child from a house in 2007 – we can look at fixing the justice system that allows people like him to roam free.

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Tom Fletcher B.C.’s private power producers held a news conference here in the capital last week, to plead with the B.C. government not to back down from its target of self-sufficiency in clean energy by 2016.

The review panel looking at BC Hydro rates recommended that one way the utility might save money would be to change the definition of self-sufficiency. Currently that means having enough domestic clean electricity supply even in low water years.

The B.C. Clean Energy Association was supported by University of Victoria climate scientist Andrew Weaver, who wants B.C. to continue to develop its unique clean energy resources. That will reduce BC

Hydro’s reliance on the open electricity market, and help to reduce demand for further coal and natural gas generation.

Weaver says people still skeptical about climate change should check out the current state of Arctic sea ice. It has retreated drastically again this summer and may reach an even smaller size than it did in 2007, which was the biggest melt since satellite records became available in 1979. The five greatest ice retreats have been in the past five years. The U.S. National Snow and Ice Data Centre reported Sept. 6 that both the Northwest Passage through Canada’s Arctic and the sea route north of Russia “appear to be open.”

Another supporter is Judith Sayers, a former chief from Nuu-Chah-Nulth territory on Vancouver Island, who now teaches aboriginal law at the University of Victoria.

She talked about how a small hydro power project near Port

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“...people still skeptical about climate change should check out the current state of Arctic sea ice. interest in a power project.

Association president Paul Kariya explained how critics, notably the NDP’s John Horgan, manipulate rate figures to create an impression that independent power is hugely overpriced.

One out of three proposals never makes it to production.

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Here’s an indication of how quickly the clean energy field is evolving: This year Plutonic merged with Magma Energy Corp., which has geothermal assets in Iceland and Nevada.

The merged company, Alterra Power Corp., has backed away from the vast Bute Inlet runof-river proposal on the B.C. coast, but its nearby East Toba and Montrose river generators and the Dokie wind farm have performed better than expected.

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Professional environmentalists claim rivers have been destroyed. Their favourite villain, Ashlu Creek near Squamish, has been running smoothly for nearly two years, its critics silenced. A new runof-river cluster around Harrison Lake has energized two remote native villages.

I’ve seen these things, from construction stage to mature operation. If that’s your idea of devastation, you should get out more, and acquaint yourself with the history of logging in particular.

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The 31st year of the Terry Fox Run/Walk is coming up soon in Hope. Terry had a dream in l980 to try to raise $1 for every Canadian citizen. To date, over $500 million has been raised in his name. We cannot let his dream to fight the dreaded cancer die. We all are touched by this disease in one way or another, and as Terry said in Toronto, "somewhere the hurting

has to stop!"

Please join with others here in Hope to walk, run, cycle or stroll to show your support. Bring a friend, a neighbour and a donation or a pledge. If you can't participate, drop by the recreation centre with a donation. Every dollar helps.

Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the "run" starts at 9 a.m. The official distance is 5 km, but you can go

just as far as you can or want to!

Incidentally, Terry ran about 3,000 miles, and had to stop as you know because cancer had returned. We must carry on with "Terry's dream" and help find a cure.

See you there!

Eileen Shepherd Volunteer & cancer survivor

Medical system does work when you need it Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

On the night of August 30/31, my husband Al, who has always been active and healthy, had severe groin and back pain.

We called 911 at about midnight and within 10 minutes two paramedics arrived from Agassiz.

Shortly after that an Advanced Life Support team arrived. They took him to Chilliwack General Hospital and by the time I arrived at the hospital the ER team in Chilliwack had done an ultrasound, found something, and were preparing to follow-up with a CT Scan.

The rest of the ER team were on the phone locating a hospital that could put together a surgical team to try to save my husband’s life. He was suffering an abdominal aortic aneurysm (the silent killer).

Abbotsford was our next destination. He was given less than a 50 per cent chance of surviving the trip to Abbotsford, as the artery had started dissecting but he did survive and was immediately taken into surgery (just before 3 a.m.).

At that point the nurses told me he had a 50/50 chance of making it through the surgery.

This wonderful surgical team lead by Dr. Lewis and Dr. Fry were able to do an EVAR to repair the artery, and shortly after 7 a.m. Al was in FEEDBACK, COMMENTS AND LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CAN BE SUBMITTED BY EMAIL: NEWS@AHOBSERVER. COM

ICU. We were warned that he was not out of the woods yet as the next 24 to 48 hours were critical.

Within 36 hours Al was moved from ICU to high acuity and then 48 hours later from high acuity to post surgical. He was released from hospital on Wednesday, September 7 and is expected to make a full recovery.

I have never had

much good to say about our medical system with long waits in emergency and friends waiting months and months for specialty tests but after this experience I can only praise this system because in an extreme emergency it is there for us.

I also would like to say a big thank you to the Agassiz paramedics, the

advanced life support paramedics, all the Chilliwack ER staff, the Abbottsford ER staff, Dr. Lewis, Dr. Fry and their surgical team, the ICU, high acuity and post surgical nurses that took such good care of Al during his seven-day stay in Abbotsford Hospital.

Sandi Cassidy Harrison Hot Springs

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 78 (FRASER-CASCADE) 2011 SCHOOL TRUSTEES ELECTION NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of School District No. 78 (Fraser-Cascade) that nominations for the offices of : Trustees (7 total) 3 - Agassiz-Harrison Electoral Area 3 - Hope Electoral Area 1 - Canyon Electoral Area for a 3-year term December 2011 to December 2014, will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: District Education Office 9:00 am - October 4, 2011 School District No. 78 (Fraser-Cascade) 4:00 pm - October 14, 2011 650 Kawkawa Lake Road Hope, B.C. V0X 1L4 Excluding Statutory Holidays and weekends Nomination documents are available during business hours at: District Education Office, 650 Kawkawa Lake Road, Hope, B.C. District of Kent Office, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, B.C. Harrison Hot Springs Village Office, 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs, B.C. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a School Trustee if they meet the following criteria: • is a Canadian citizen; • is 18 years of age or older, or will be on general voting day of the election; • has been a resident of British Columbia, as determined in accordance with Section 42 of the School Act, for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • is not disqualified by the School Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office, or otherwise disqualified by the law; • is not subject to any of the disqualifications set out in Section 33 or 34 of the School Act. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Natalie Lowe-Zucchet, Chief Election Officer at 604 869-2411 Eldie Smith, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 604 869-2411 Natalie Lowe-Zucchet Chief Election Officer

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Community T ECHOES FROM THE PAST

Green captured by sasquatch in â&#x20AC;&#x2122;61 parade

Agricultural Plastics Pilot Project

Free Round-Up Event

50 Years Ago, 1961 â&#x20AC;˘ The 1961 Fall Fair Parade was hailed as a great success.

A highlight of the parade was the capture of sasquatch hunter John Green by the sasquatch.

Numerous floats from neighbouring communities of Hope, Haney and Chilliwack added to the long and colourful parade. â&#x20AC;˘ The Harrison Hot Springs Council made the final payment on the $25,000 borrowed 10 years previously to build the dyke. The Village declared itself free of direct debt, owing no money other than the school

All dairy farmers in the District of Kent are welcome to participate in a recycling pilot project aimed at reducing the amount of agricultural plastics sent to the landfill or burned on-farm.

The next Round-Up events will be held at the municipal gravel pit on Cemetery Road on:

September 20 & 21, 2011 from 11 am - 2 pm.

Drop-off is free of charge!

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district debt. â&#x20AC;˘ The top dairy producers for the month of September were Jake Hoogendoorn for high herd average, Barrie Peterson for top cow, and Walter Bartel for high heifer. â&#x20AC;˘ The seven graduates of Agassiz High School were to be honoured at an awards ceremony in September, not June as is the present practice. Scholarship, sportsmanship and academic achievement awards were to be presented. Dorothy Quiring, Sharon Davies, Lynn Korstad, Diane Reambeault, and Jean

MacPherson attained university entrance standing and Sharon Striker and Victor Hryhirchuk graduated on the general program. â&#x20AC;˘ The Valley Dart League kicked off the season with a tournament at the Elkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall, featuring competitions between men and ladies singles, doubles and mixed doubles. At stake was the Labatts trophy. â&#x20AC;˘ In the â&#x20AC;&#x153;How things change departmentâ&#x20AC;?: In 1961, a large, three-bedroom home on West Pioneer was offered for rent at $65 a month.

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AGASSIZ COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE MEDICAL ACCESS CLINIC

In order to provide enhanced access to primary health care in our communities the Agassiz Community Health Centre is providing a Medical Access Clinic.

The clinic is open TUESDAY WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAYS 2:00PM-4:00PM LOCATED AT: 7040 CHEAM AVE, AGASSIZ The clinic will be on a drop-in basis only with no pre-booked appointments. We also continue to Welcome New Patients to Dr. Tseng into our clinic.

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Mayor Fisher milks a goat at the 2010 Agassiz Fall Fair.

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Best wishes to the Agassiz Agricultural Association, volunteers & participants for another successful event.

Cotton candy, the carnival and copious amounts of corn on the cob. Those are a few of our favourite things, and they'll all be a part of this year's Agassiz Fall Fair.

This will be the 107th Fall Fair and 63rd Corn Festival, reminding us all that there is a long agricultural history in this area.

So, in between all the rides, entertainment and delicious food, take some of your weekend to learn a little about the local farming community.

For example, the crowning of Corn King is not just about the crown. This is an honour handed out each year, and it's one based on science and thorough judging by a panel of professionals. The past list of Corn Kings is virtually a list of local corn royalty.

Then there are the farmers of the future — the kids in 4H. These kids have what it takes, and taking the time to talk to them during the fair could be the highlight of your trip to the fair. In addition to learning something new about farm animals, your support will be helping the kids boost their own scrapbooks, and help them earn awards and even scholarships.

But when you're ready to get

back out and enjoy the festivities, here are a few highlights of the Agassiz Fall Fair and Corn Festival.

Gates open at 4 p.m. today, along with the agricultural hall and midway. The beer garden opens at 5 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m.

Blendurz will perform on the outdoor stage at 6 p.m.

New this year is a continental breakfast instead of the pancake breakfast; that runs from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and is offered for free but donations are appreciated.

The parade makes its way through town at 10 a.m., and O' Canada will be sung at 11 a.m. at the fairgrounds.

The goat milking contest gets underway at 3 p.m. on the outdoor stage, and will feature dignitaries from the area.

Entertainment runs all day on stage, including Darryl Weyman's tribute to Johnny Cash and local singer/songwriter Adam Briscoe.

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Free shuttle offers rides to fairgrounds For the first time ever, a free shuttle is being offered to and from the Agassiz Fall Fair.

The shuttle will run between two churches on Morrow Road and the fairgrounds. Parking will be available at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and the Agassiz Christian Reformed Church.

Fair Director Ken Schwaerzle says he hopes people will use the shuttle, as it could help cut down on the traffic in town during the busiest times of the fair, between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. It

will also cut down on the number of vehicles trying to find parking along Pioneer Avenue at the train tracks.

“Some people, including myself, hate to park along the way when it’s so close,” Schwaerzle says.

For others, the walk to the fairgrounds may be too far from home.

“But grabbing a shuttle will be easier,” he says, with the added bonus of being dropped off right at the fair’s main entrance. “It will be easier for some people to just

walk out to Morrow Road and get on the shuttle there.”

The shuttle was an idea put forward by Sylvia Pranger, emcee for the fair’s entertainment on stage this year. She is also board director at Prospera Credit Union, who is sponsoring the shuttle.

“It was a very nice offer put forward by the Credit Union,” Schwaerzle says.

Pranger says the idea came up when a member had mentioned she had trouble getting her hus-

band, who can’t walk well, to and from the fair last year.

If the shuttle is popular, the committee in charge will consider offering it again in years to come.

There is no cost to ride the shuttle, which will be making its rounds between the Morrow Road churches and the fair on Saturday between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

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4:45 pm Music by Adam Briscoe (outdoor stage) 5:30 pm BMX bike show Music - D.A. Weyman as Johnny Cash (outdoor stage) 6:00 pm Beer garden music - Treble Hook sponsored by Timbro 7:30 pm Auction of exhibits from Agricultural Hall displays (Agricultural Hall)

1:15 pm Adam Briscoe (outdoor stage) 2:00 pm “The Rosie Ribbonstar Show” - Valley Toyota Kids Zone (Diamond #2) 2:30 pm Lawnmower races - finals Horses - Fall Frenzie Horse Games BMX bike show Korbitron Studio (outdoor stage) 4-H Goat Judging (outdoor ring) Logging demo 3:00 pm Afternoon Tea in the Lion’s Den (Agricultural Hall)

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From left to right: Trevor McDonald, Darryl Weyman, Adam Briscoe & the ferris wheel on the midway.

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Entries of every level can be seen at the Fall Fair, in the Agricultural Hall starting today at 4 p.m. Exhibitors are reminded to pick up their entries at the end of the day Saturday, along with any prize money. Exhibits not picked up will be auctioned off at 7:30 p.m. in the Ag. Hall.

Poultry on parade For the first time in recent memory, a poultry club will be included in the 4H competitions at the Agassiz Fall Fair.

There have been chickens and other poultry brought to the fair as pets in the annual exhibition, Fair Director Ken Schwaerzle says, but never a full club. The club is coming from Langley, and is the only one in the Fraser Valley, he says.

Agassiz is also home to the largest 4H rabbit show in B.C., and the largest 4H dog show.

This year, there are also three horse clubs coming out to compete. All 4H judging takes place on Saturday, starting in the morning.

To learn more about 4H, or any of the animals being shown this weekend, ask a competing 4H member. Speaking with the public and offering education to fairgoers is part of their mandate in showing at fairs around B.C. Exhibitors have brought in everything from pickled beets to model cars for the annual exhibition at the fall fair.

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Finding the perfect home doesn't happen in one day. There are a number of things you can do to simplify the process, including deďŹ ning ďŹ nancial parameters, potential neighbourhoods and the desired features in your next home.

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Then it's location, location, location. Location affects your day-to-day living and is one of the most signiďŹ cant inďŹ&#x201A;uences on value. Your choice of location may be limited somewhat by the price you can afford. Even so, make sure you consider such things as distance to work, schools, shopping and entertainment.

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On top of full ownership: â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy local ďŹ shing, biking, rafting, paragliding and snow sports â&#x20AC;˘ Take advantage of special privileges at Sandpiper Golf Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Escape into the stunning 13,000 sq. ft. Club House complete with luxurious spa, ďŹ tness centre, pools and mineral water hot tubs â&#x20AC;˘ Opt into RCI Points and/or Rental Management Programs The Ridge Resort IS the ultimate escape and recreational investment opportunity out there today.

DISCOVERY CENTRE (Open daily from noon to 4 pm) 2010 Lougheed Hwy, Agassiz, BC www.RidgeResort.ca | 1-887-98-RIDGE (74343)

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Meet the Pros September 2011

2011 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION ELECTORAL AREA DIRECTORS

YO U R S O U R C E F O R QU A L I T Y LO CA L P R O F E S S I O N A L S

NOTICE OF NOMINATION

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

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the Electors of the Fraser Valley Regional District that nominations for the offices of: 1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area A

Spuzzum, Yale, Dogwood Valley, Ruby Creek, Sunshine Valley, Laidlaw, Othello

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area C Lake Errock, Hemlock Valley, Harrison Mills, Morris Valley, Harrison Lake Watershed

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area D Popkum, Bridal Falls

1- Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area E Columbia Valley, Chilliwack River Valley, Lindell Beach, Cultus Lake, Post Creek

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area F McConnell Creek, Hatzic Prairie, Durieu

1- Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area G Hatzic Island, Nicomen Island, Dewdney, Deroche, portions of Sumas Mountain

will be received by the Chief Election Officer or designate during the Nomination Period as set out below: Nomination Period: The nomination period opens at 9:00 a.m. (PT) on October 4, 2011 and closes at 4:00 p.m. (PT) on October 14, 2011.

Nominations will be accepted: At the Fraser Valley Regional District Corporate Office: Attn: Chief Election Officer/Deputy Chief Election Officer 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 1N6 Office Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday, except statutory holidays and weekends.

Nomination Documents may be delivered by hand, mail, facsimile or other delivery service. Originals of faxed Nomination Documents must be received by October 21, 2011 at 4:00 p.m.

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Nomination Packages are available at: • http://www.fvrd.bc.ca/NewsEventsTopics/2011localgovernmetnelections/ Pages/NominationPackages.aspx

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NOMINATOR AND NOMINEE QUALIFICATIONS A Nominee must be nominated by two people (Nominators) who are qualified to vote, either as resident or non-resident property electors, in the jurisdiction where the Nominee is seeking election.

A Nominee is qualified to be nominated for office, and to be elected to hold office, as a member of the Fraser Valley Regional District Board of Directors on condition that the Nominee meets all of the following requirements: • Canadian Citizen; and • 18 years of age or older on or before November 19, 2011; and • A resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day Nomination Documents are filed; and • is not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

A Nominee is not required to be a resident of, or a non-resident property owner in the jurisdiction for which the Nominee is being nominated.

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FURTHER INFORMATION – PLEASE CONTACT JAN GIBSON, CHIEF ELECTION OFFICER Fraser Valley Regional District Telephone: 604-702-5029 (Direct) or 1-800-528-0061 (Toll free) Email: jgibson@fvrd.bc.ca Fax: 604-702-5462

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YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR CLASSIFIEDS.

The Agassiz ❖ Harrison ❖ Hope

Phone: 604.796.4300 Toll Free: 1.866.865.4460 Fax: 604.796.2081 Email: kerry@bcclassified.com INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . . . . . . 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . . 9-57 TRAVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-76 CHILDREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-98 EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK . . . . . . . . . . . 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE . . . . . . 503-587 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 603-696 RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-862 MARINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903-920

After-Hours Call Centre: toll free: 1.866.575.5777 Open Early. Open Late.

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AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN required in a very busy General Motors dealership. We offer a Health Benefits plan, modern wellequipped facility, great training& above average compensation! If interested call or email Jasyson Kowalchuk 306.331.7766 j.kowalchuk1@sasktel.net.

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Donald Brian Saunders

Sept. 12, 1945 - Sept. 10, 2011 Don passed away at Valleyhaven Care Home in Chilliwack, BC just before midnight on Sept. 10, 2011. Born and raised in Carman, Manitoba, Don served in the U.S. Military during the 1960's and worked for Cdn./Skeena Cellulose in Prince Rupert, BC before taking an early retirement following a severe stroke. Don was predeceased by his father Daniel G. Saunders and his mother Lucy Irene(Wood)Saunders of Carman, Manitoba. Don is survived by his sister Bonnie Irene(Wes)Maitland, nieces Monica(Shaun) Howell and Heather(Tom)Abele, plus several Wood & Saunders cousins. Interment will take place at the Wood-Saunders family plot in Carman, Manitoba on Sat., Oct. 8th, 2011 at 2:00 pm - the Rev. H. Kenyon officiating. A family/friends gathering will take place at the home of Roy & Mabel Wood, on the Wood family farm following the service.

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Brian & Linda Mattson and Rod & Annita Pidcock are pleased to announce the marriage of their children:

Lindsay Alyssa Mattson to Kyle Robert David Pidcock on August 6th, 2011 The Bride was attended by maid of honour Sara Cawsey, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids Jenn Lau & Amanda Bryant, friends of the bride, & Kimberly Van Dongen, cousin of the bride, & flower girl Chloe Ward, cousin of the bride.

The groom was attended

by Best man Nick Gauthier, Groomsman Corey Pidcock, brother of the groom, Duncan Mattson, brother of the bride & Kevin Sherwood, friend of the groom & ring bearer Russell Van Dongen, cousin of the bride.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES We are Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA) the aluminium product group of Rio Tinto (RT) - a leading international mining group (http://www.riotinto.com) and the global leader in the aluminium industry. We supply high quality bauxite, alumina and aluminium worldwide and our AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark. To sustain this enviable market position, we count on the driving force of our 24,000 employees in 27 countries, all sharing our passion for excellence in product innovation, global practices and standards and cutting -edge technology. In particular, our commitment to excellence in managing Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) responsibilities is the hallmark of our activities. Our ultimate goal is ZERO - zero injuries, zero occupational illnesses, and zero environmental harm.

Located in the Kitimat region of British Columbia, the Kitimat, Kemano and Watershed operations are part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America. Over the next four years, the Kitimat Smelter will convert from 1950s reduction technology to the most advanced version of AP40 technology. The new smelter will produce up to 420,000 tonnes of aluminium annually, primarily supplying the Asian markets.

Rio Tinto Alcan is seeking a qualified person to fill the role noted below: CRANE MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR – Ref no. KIT0001G Under Coordinator/Manager supervision, the Supervisor Crane Mtce/Shift Maintenance is responsible for managing production and/or maintenance teams in order to ensure optimum plant or business-unit operation. To this end and in order to meet predetermined business plan objectives, he/she controls operating, service and maintenance parameters and procedures, ensures that quality standards are met, favours the growth of coaching teams, and promotes continuous improvement and the integration of health, safety and environmental issues. The fields of expertise for this employment position are the health and safety, cost control, training and development, and employee relations.

To qualify for this position, the successful candidate should possess the following: - Interprovincial Trades Qualification - Millwright or Electrician - Minimum 3 years supervisor experience in an Industrial environment - Strong leadership and communication skills POWERLINE TECHNICIAN – Ref no. KIT0001F This job entails all aspects of the trade with a focus on transmission line maintenance. The hourly wage rate for power line technician is $40.639/hour. To qualify for this position, the successful candidate must possess: - Interprovincial journeyman lineman trades qualification - Industrial experience (3+ years is preferred but consideration will be given to recent graduates of powerline technician certification programs).

- Experience in utility distribution systems - A valid British Columbia driver’s license Employees are represented by the Canadian Autoworkers Local 2301.

We offer an attractive remuneration package and relocation assistance, a range of Rio Tinto benefits, as well as the sought after opportunity to develop and expand upon your knowledge and experience with a world leader in the industry. Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets.

To apply, please submit an online application (resume) directly at our website at www.riotinto.com/careers or send your resume to the following address: Rio Tinto Alcan, Recruitment Coordinator, PO Box 1800, Kitimat, B.C., V8C 2H2. Resumes must be received by Wednesday, September 28, 2011.

Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Class 1 City P&D Drivers required for Lower Mainland runs. Full-time opportunity. Start Now! Contact Carl 1-888-453-2813 or E-mail: Carl.constam@hrtrans.com DRIVER. HEAVY HAUL Co. Runs Western Canada & US. Looking for committed Class 1 driver with heavy haul low bed exp. Must be able to cross border & go into ports.

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HELP WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944

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We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.

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HOPE McDonalds Hiring permanent f/t for Sept. Provide training and offer group benefit. Apply in person or www.worksforme.ca

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HEAVY Duty Mechanic - Good Mechanical Aptitude - Welding an asset - Rate negotiable Benefits after 3 mths - Travel required - Email or fax resume to goatgroup@shawcable.com or Fax 604-485-6380 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIANS email:caribooindustrialelectric@gmail.com ph:250-983-2992

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Harrison Hot Springs

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

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

Located at Harrison Hot Springs Elementary.

Join our team! Email resumes to: harrisonhotspringspreschool@shaw.ca or mail to PO Box 110, HHS, V0M1K0 124

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FARM WORKER

Required for UBC Dairy Education & Research Centre in Agassiz, BC. Duties include: milking, feeding animals, assisting with research projects and field work.

Excellent benefit package & great team environment!

Please forward your resume & cover letter (quoting position title) to: email: dinn@shawbiz.ca or fax: 604-796-8413 Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of Merit, is committed to employment equity, and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HELP WANTED Journeyman or Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician, Kindersley, SK. Extremely busy independent shop. Wage based on education and experience. Benefits package. Fax 306463-4822 or email mid.plains@sasktel.net.

MCELHANNEY Consulting is hiring for the following positions in Smithers, BC: - Intermediate Geotechnical and/or Civil Engineer - Intermediate Materials Technician - BCLS or Geomatics Engineering Technologist - Experienced Survey Field Crew - Senior Water Quality Biologist or Environmental Technician View full postings and HR contact info at: www.mcelhanney.com/mcsl/careers or to inquire or apply please contact Smithers Manager Emily Davidson at 250-847-4040.

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

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LANDSCAPING

knoke trucking

A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs

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

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

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

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PAVING/SEAL COATING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865 www.recycle-it-now.com

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TREE SERVICES

Tree removal done RIGHT!

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

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 Info: www.treeworksonline.ca info@treeworksonline.ca 10% OFF with this AD

PETS MOVING & STORAGE

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

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

Senior- Student Discount available.

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

UNDER $100

Cedar 4x4 landscape ties $2 each 1x2 weathered cedar $0.50 Other lumber cheap (604)796-6661 -----------------------------------------------Near new twin tank air compressor or new commercial 3/4 high torque impact $100/choice (604)796-6661 Used treated 4 x 4’s and landscape ties $2 & cheaper, some free (604)796-6661 -----------------------------------------------Weathered lumber for bird houses and hobbies $0.25 & less per linear foot (604)796-6661 -----------------------------------------------Tinder dry wood for starting campfire or burning garbage, very cheap (604)796-6661

MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof.

Painters. Free Est. Written Guar.

Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

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PETS

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

(604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BENGAL CROSS KITTENS beautiful spotted and marbled, 4M ready $150-$250 each Call 604-820-1603

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GARAGE SALES

MOVING SALE!

15 - 1548 Mackay Crescent Fri., September 16th 1 pm - 5 pm & Sat., September 17th 8 am - 12 pm EVERYTHING MUST GO!

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MISC. WANTED

TRANSPORTATION 810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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

FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure.

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

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FUEL

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

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FURNITURE

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

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

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

FAST RELIEF the First Night!!

Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramps Gone. Sleep Soundly, Safe with Medication, Proven Results. www.allcalm.com 1-800-765-8660.

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

RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1-888-4735407 UNRESERVED Pizza Restaurant Auction, Kitchen Equipment, Ovens, Seating. ONLINE Bidding. www.bcauction.ca

OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

2008 SUZUKI LT-A450XK8 QUAD, green, low km’s, exc shape, orig, $5900. Call: (604)794-7912.

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

2011 HEMISPHERE T25S

ACREAGE

82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/ Slide out, rear kitchen, create a breeze fan, DSI water heater, and more! $19,995 (stk.30922) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg.

(800) 631-8164 code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com

BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES” 25x40x12 $7350.

30x60x15 $12,700.

35x70x16 $15,990.

40x80x16 $20,990.

47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers DIRECT 1-800-668-5422.

Slide out, awning, DSI hot water, A/C, stab jacks and more! $16,995 (stk.28226A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

MOBILE HOMES 1, 2 & 3 BDRM $46,900 - $74,900. Lorraine, Royal Lepage 604-889-4874.

MORTGAGES

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

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

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

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RECREATIONAL

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

FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599.

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

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE Buy a used car the easy way, get financed and Drive Home Now. We deliver to BC & Alberta www.DriveHomeNow.com FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.

Free Delivery.

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

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2003 31.5’ Citation 5th wheel R/L, 2 tip outs, bike hitch, loaded. $25,900. Call (604)796-9074 2003 NASH TRAILER (Mod #25R) Sleeps 4, A/C, microwave, shower, f/s, large awning, never smoked-in.

Like new! $17,500. 604-853-4062.

Email: gwpovey@gmail.com 2004 F350 CREW CAB, diesel, 03 24’ Salem 5th whl. trailer, both mint cond., too many things to list. Will sell separate. Trailer $7,900 or both for $25,000 obo.Call 604-812-1278.

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HOMES FOR RENT

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ROOMS FOR RENT

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

TRANSPORTATION 806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1968 VOLVO 144S, European model, 4 cyl., have original plates & reg. Good shape, runs well. $1500 obo. Willie (604)220-8969 2007 Yamaha C3 50cc motorscooter, 1600k, $1600. Fuel inject, liquid cooled. Mint cond (604)858-2255

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FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10.

Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 The Scrapper

CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER Chilkoot.

173,000 kms.

Excellent shape. $5,800. obo. 778-549-2418 2006 Chev Trailblazer, 4WD, 107kms, immac cond. sunroof, fully equip. $10,000 obo. 604-309-4001.

1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK 4 dr, 4X4 for parts $500 obo or trade (604)826-3327

MOTORCYCLES

2001 YAMAHA V/STAR CLASSIC. 1100A. 23,000 kms. Saddle bags, back rest. Cobra exhaust. Mint condition. Lost interest. Garage kept. $5,100. 604-855-2432 2009 SUZUKI LS650. only 1520 km’s, bought new, lady owner, exc cond, asking $5575, (604)597-8467 SCOOTER, 500 watt, 2 wheel, electric, 48 Volts, 30 km/hr, 50 mile range, $600. Call 604-308-0451.

2002 TRIUMPH TROPHY. Low k’s, new battery, runs good. $4,700.

Call 604-217-3479; 778-880-0233.

BOATS

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

05 ACURA RSX pristine condition.

44,000 km economical/dependable, sporty, lady driven, 5 spd. loaded. $14,700 obo. 604-538-2239. W. Rk. 1997 NISSAN ALTIMA, fully loaded, 200,000 km, asking $2300. Call (604)869-2836 after 4 pm.

1998 MERCEDES E320, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, 80K, local, no accid, $7800 obo. Call: (778)881-1216 2000 HONDA ACCORD, black executive driven, dealer maintained, great cond $6500 (604)826-8903 2001 HONDA ACCORD coupe, 4 cyl., V-tech eng., 95,000km. Very good cond. Well maint. Asking $8900 obo (604)850-0424 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA, silver, a/c, 5 spd, no accidents, exc cond, $6375. Call: (604)599-0170 2010 Toyota Corolla. 4 dr. sedan, auto, dark grey, options, 23,000 K. $11,500 firm. 604-538-9257.

MARINE 912

CARS - DOMESTIC

1997 CHRYSLER CONCORDE, in good shape, low miles, AirCared, all power opt, $2000, 604-319-7410 1997 FORD ESCORT wagon, 67,000 km, mint, garage kept, one owner. $4500. 604-869-3313 2000 FORD FOCUS Wagon 4cyl 5 spd, Aircared, good cond $1400.00 Call 778-997-4519 Mission 2002 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. 144,000 kms. 4 door, auto. Very good cond. $2500. 604-825-0391 2002 CHRYSLER SEABRING LX 4 dr. 2.7L V-6, auto, Air, Tilt, Cruise, Pw, Pdl, c/d. $2850 (604)309.3135 2003 LINCOLN CARTIER Towncar, only 127K, pristine, compl. records since new. $11,500. (604)535-5495 2004 Chev Optra, 4 dr, htchbck, 5spd, cd, int. wiper, exc. cond. one owner, $3495.00 793-5520 (5961)

1997 DODGE RAM 1500. Single cab, 8’ box. $2,200. For more info call 604-751-0698 1999 GMC SAVANA 1T cargo van 240K, all service records, runs good $4900. Call 778-808-6900.

1999 HINO FB box truck, diesel, auto, brakes 90%, new glass, great tires, 1600 lb. lift gate, 316K, $11,000. Call (604)869-3466 2002 Chevy Venture, brown, seats 8, roof racks, air, auto, aircared to Jan 2013, 245,500km. Good cond, $2300 obo. Call (604)824-0563 2004 GMC SLT 2500HD crew cab, duramax diesel, 82,000k. Immac. $35,000 in extras. Pictures avail. $25,500. Call 604-858-4878.

2005 Durango, 5.7L hemi edition, org owner, 54,000k, 7 pass, leather, loaded, sunroof, garage kept, many options, MINT. $16,900. Dave (604)824-0962. No calls after 8pm 2006 DODGE CARAVAN. 88K. 1 owner, loaded, immaculate cond.

Serviced regularly. New front brakes. $9,400. 604-852-4010

SEARS OUTBOARD Gamefisher 9.9. As new. $350. Call 604-8263315

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

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

TRUCKS & VANS

1981 FORD P/U, 302 V8 auto, runs very good, good tires & canopy $595 obo. 604-858-6740.

1983 TOYOTA 2.2L Diesel Truck.

Some rust, but runs nice. $1,200.

Call 604-853-1239 1990 FORD 1 TON, DIESEL, 7.3L, flatdeck, $2200. Call (604)824-9908 1992 FORD 1 TON cube van. 350 V8, gas, auto o/d, rebuilt at 250K, 15’ alum. box. Good motor & trans.

Recent ABS brakes, exhaust, tires, tune up, extra leap springs, Aircare exempt $3900. Abbt. 604-217-9098 1992 GMC pick up, V8-305, 235,891 km, very clean, well maintained. $3500 obo. 604-793-8701

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

RENTALS

AGASSIZ. 1 bdrm/ 1 den farm apt, 4K south of Harrison. 1400 s.f., large storage, f/s, w/d. & t.v. DD & Refs req’d. $500/m 604-268-1501 HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated,$575/month includes utilities.

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

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

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1994 ROADTREK, 190 Vesatile, Class B, Dodge Ram 350 1 ton chasis, 57,000 kms. No smoking or pets. Totally equipped incl.

Onan generator. Asking $18,000.

(604)859-6335

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TRANSPORTATION

2008 TRAIL CRUISER 26QBS

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

BUILDING SUPPLIES

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

GLULAM BEAMS - all new matrl 5 1/8” X 2’ natural finish 1 pc 9’, 3 pcs 12’, 1 pc 14’, 4 pcs 16’ FULL LENGTHS ONLY $28 PER FT. 604-789-1799 OR david@jdgconstruction.ca SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

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PETS

Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. Working line. Black and black & tan. $650. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217 MALTESE PUPPIES. 1st shots, vet ✔, health guarnt’d, all white. Can view mother. $650 (604)820-8513 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 PB, Golden Retriever pups, family farm raised, vet checked, shots, ready August 22. Males $450 Timbur6@telus.net. 604-845-7434 P.B. ROTTY PUPS, ready to go, $600-$800. 10 wks. All males. Vet ✔, all shots. (778)318-1069 Poochie, super fluffy, 10wks, tiny toy, vet check, 1st shot, m-$750, f-$850. 1(604)354-3003 lv message or email: dinkytoi@hotmail.ca

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt.

One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors.

Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: Itís That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.c

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Border Collie P/B puppies dob June 23 M-$400; F-$450. vet ✓ first shot.

604-250-4360 or 604-856-7975.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

604-860-0960

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AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

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

Need batteries for your electric scooter?

Call Silver Creek Electric Vehicles

604-869-0199

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Public Open House District of Kent Building Permits The District of Kent is pleased to extend an invitation to the public and building contractors to an Open House information session on the particulars of Building Permit requirements.

Representatives from the District of Kent will be available to provide information on the planned 2012 BC Building Code revisions and to discuss the District’s Building Permit process.

Come and join us to gain a better understanding of Building Permit requirements and to provide us with your ideas on how the District of Kent Building Department may improve our services.

The Public Open House will be held on: Thursday, October 6, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Centennial Centre at the Municipal Hall: 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz.

For further information please contact Darcey Kohuch, Director of Development Services at (604) 796-2235 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Monday to Friday.

Our Fall 2011/ Winter 2012 Leisure Guide is now available.

RECREATION AT A GLANCE Discount Days (Excluding Variety Play) are September 19- 21. Save 10% off posted rates during this time on program registration!

Music Together®

Begins September 21 For children birth to 5 years.

Experience music with your child in this interactive program.

10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. for 10 sessions.

Introduction to Digital Photography Local renowned photographer Stephan Baker is back to lead this popular class on Thursday nights.

September 22 – October 13 at 6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Register at the Fitness / Activity Centre in person at 12 noon, or call 604-796-8891 by 2:00 p.m. on September 19.

The Fitness / Activity Centre is Closed Saturday, September 17 for the Fall Fair!

CSI

Kent – Harrison

Sponsored by Agassiz RCMP An inside look into how the RCMP performs its duties every day.

For example: - Learn to take fingerprints - Compare real Canadian Currency against Counterfeit Currency - Take a closer look into the drug world Security Clearance required (no cost) 20 seats available Classes run Tuesday and Thursday evenings 7:00p.m. – 8:30p.m.

Starting November 15, 2011 5 sessions To apply, please contact: Sgt. Kevin Gibson Agassiz RCMP (604) 796-2211

The Great British Columbia ShakeOut Annual Province-Wide Earthquake Drill At 10:20 am on October 20, 2011, British Columbian will be joining California, Nevada, Utah, Oregon, Guam and the Yukon in a mass earthquake drill. Millions of people will be participating together, all practicing the drop, cover and hold on safely technique! To learn more about the different regions participating in ShakeOut, please visit www.shakeout.org/regions The ShakeOut drill is our chance to practice how to protect ourselves, and for everyone to become prepared. The goal is to prevent disasters from becoming catastrophes.

A great way to help your community, employer & others to get prepared, reduce injuries & speed up recovery is to encourage them to register to participate.

Join using facebook, twitter, hang posters, distribute flyers, even send out emails to encourage people to join. Be a part of the largest earthquake drill in Canadian history on October 20, 2011 at 10:20 a.m.

Register today at shakeoutbc.ca

AGASSIZ BOTTLE DEPOT

Upcoming Council Meetings:

Now accepting electronics such as: • Desktop Computers • Computer Monitors • Notebook Computers • Printers/Faxes• Televisions • Non-cellular phones • Vehicle audio & video • Home audio • Personal audio equipment

October 11, 2011 (Tuesday) October 24, 2011 (Monday) Municipal Hall - Centennial Centre at 7:00 p.m.

Agricultural Plastics Pilot Project

Free Round-Up Event All dairy farmers in the District of Kent are welcome to participate in a recycling pilot project aimed at reducing the amount of agricultural plastics sent to the landfill or burned on-farm.

The next Round-Up events will be held at the municipal gravel pit on Cemetery Road on:

September 20 & 21, 2011 from 11 am - 2 pm.

Drop-off is free of charge!

Winter hours starting October 3 to March 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday 604-796-3653 7659 Industrial Way, Agassiz

P Please call the Fraser Valley Regional District at 11-800-528-0061 or visit the District of Kent’s website aat www.district.kent.bc.ca for additional details.

Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz BC V0M 1A0 • Tel 604.796.2235 • www.district.kent. bc.ca