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Bill 22 an ‘insult’ says Chilliwack teachers union

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Mediation pointless, counters MLA John Les Katie Bartel The Progress Chilliwack teachers went from a day of action to a day of reckoning. The excitement from a successful protest on Monday, which had more than 250 teachers rallying along Vedder Road was sobered by legislation introduced on Tuesday by B.C. Education Minister George Abbott. K a t h a r i n Midzain, president of the Chilliwack T e a c h e r s ’ Association called It’s a sad day, Bill 22 an “insult” to all teachers and a very sad day an act of bullying by the provincial in B.C. government. “It’s a sad day, ~ Katharin a very sad day in B.C.,” said Midzain Midzain. “This is frightening stuff. It’s something everyone in our province needs to be afraid of.” Bill 22, entitled the Education Improvement Act, would suspend all strike action and could impose millions of dollars in fines per day if a strike persists. “This is not just a teacher fight, and it’s certainly not a fight for wages or benefits, it’s a fight for whether or not government should be interfering with contractual rights,” said Midzain. Midzain said mediation and arbitration should have been the next steps, not legislation. “We have well-established processes for solving labour disputes and this government does not need to be intervening,” said Midzain. “By not giving the processes a chance to work, or to even see if they would

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Firefighters responded to a fully engulfed house fire on Prest Road north of Chilliwack Central Road shortly after 11 p.m. Tuesday after receiving several 9-1-1 calls from passing motorists and neighbours. One neighbour said the house was at least 60 years old and had been abandoned for years. Fire crews completed a search of the house and found no one inside. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Abbott moves to stop teacher strike Tom Fletcher Black Press VICTORIA – As the Labour Relations Board gave B.C. teachers a green light to strike for up to three days next week, Education Minister George Abbott tabled legislation Tuesday that would suspend all strike action and could impose millions of dollars in fines per day if a strike persists. As the legislature debates the “Education Improvement Act,” the B.C. Teachers’ Federation could legally walk off the job as early as Monday. Teachers are to complete their own vote on that option Wednesday.

The LRB ruled Tuesday that teachers can legally strike for up to three consecutive days in one week after two days’ notice, and a further one day in each subsequent week with the same notice. That could continue until the new bill passes the legislature. Abbott said the legislation imposes a six-month “coolingoff period” and sets up appointment of a mediator to look at non-monetary issues such as class size and composition. A separate penalty provision would be enacted if necessary, Abbott said, imposing a fine of $1.3 million a day on the BCTF and up to $475 a day on indi-

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Lambert said. The legislation extends the current teacher contract terms until the end of August, imposing the government’s two-year “net zero” wage mandate that most other government unions have agreed to voluntarily. It gives a yet-to-be-named mediator until June 30 to seek agreement on issues other than pay and benefits, such as class size and composition. NDP leader Adrian Dix said the opposition will not support the legislation, and said Abbott missed an opportunity for “real mediation” of all issues, including monetary. Continued: FUNDING/ p9

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Calls for a byelection date heat up in Chilliwack-Hope Robert Freeman The Progress BC Conservative and NDP byelection candidates are putting the heat on Premier Christy Clark to give Chilliwack-Hope voters back their voice in the legislature. “We’ve got some serious needs pressing,” NDP candidate Gwen O’Mahony said Tuesday. Like court backlogs, a dialysis clinic for kidney patients, and all the other issues that a sitting MLA would handle, she said. “The Legislature has been sitting for two weeks, and people in our communities have not had a voice at the table,” O’Mahony said.

“It’s time for the Premier to call this byelection to make sure that we have a voice in the B.C. Legislature.” BC Conservative candidate John Martin said there is no reason for the delay. He said the BC Liberal government is cynically “manipulating the byelection date to such a time as is advantageous to them.” While it was the BC Liberals who enacted fixed dates for provincial elections to rule out such shenanigans, Martin said the same hasn’t held true for byelections. “It’s a fault in our system,” he said, as it means voters like those in Chilliwack-Hope are treated like second-class citizens if they need

to speak to their representative in government. “They deserve the right to go and see their MLA and seek assistance,” he said. But Martin believes polling by the BC Liberal party is telling them “now is not the time” to call a byelection, which are traditionally tough on governing parties. “They’re thinking about their own dismal election chances,” Martin said. But BC Liberal candidate Laurie Throness said he’s just as eager as the other candidates to get on with the byelection. “I hope it’s soon, but that’s up to the Premier,” he said, about calling a byelection date.

“It’s only been about 30 days since Barry Penner resigned,” Throness pointed out. “I think the Premier will get to it very soon.” The fact is the Premier has six whole months to call a byelection from the time a riding seat is vacated. That means in Chilliwack-Hope, the Premier could wait until July 30 to set a byelection date 28 days later in August. Penner officially resigned on Jan. 9. In Port Moody-Coquitlam, the other B.C. riding currently without a sitting MLA, the Premier could wait until April 7 to announce a byelection date.

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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress When your art is stamped onto a Canadian coin, it tends to last a lot longer than with other artistic mediums. A new 2012 silver dollar commemorating the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 was designed by artist Ardell Bourgeois of Chilliwack. It’s a little hard to describe what that honour feels like. “It’s obviously gratifying,” Bourgeois said. “It’s certainly going to be around a lot longer than my other works.” Bourgeois won a design competition for the new commemorative coin. Officials with Department of National Defence had been seeking people with an art background and an interest in military history to submit designs into the competition, and Bourgeois’ design was chosen by officials at the Canadian Mint last summer. His design commemorates the War of 2012 with examples of three combatants: an English sergeant, an Iroquois warrior and a Voltigeur Canadien. “The concept was to bring in the three main groups involved in the founding of Canada.” The pre-confederation conflict is considered significant in Canadian history, uniting English, French-Canadian and First Nations forces in defending the borders and values of a future Canada in what would become Windsor, Ontario, according to the details from Mint officials. “The Mint is proud to commemorate this turning point

Martin said it is “inexcusable” that the people in that riding have been waiting months for a byelection. “These people have been without a voice for almost five months,” he said. “It’s totally inexcusable.” O’Mahony said it’s her understanding that Premier Clark was going to call both byelections at the same time, “but she hasn’t called either one.” “If she’s trying to improve her image,” O’Mahony added, then Clark’s hesitancy to call the byelections isn’t helping. “She appears to be indecisive and prone to flip-flopping,” O’Mahony said.

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Ardell Bourgeois designed these three figures from the war of 1812 which are now on the silver dollar coin. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

in Canadian history with its annual Silver Dollar,” reads the announcement. The end of the 1812 skirmish also kicked off 200 years of peace between Canada and the United States, and as such there are 200 tiny beads of silver around the rim of the silver dollar. Bourgeois, an Emily Carr grad, was inexorably drawn to the world of military aviation from the time he was a very young boy. “It’s something about the wings,” he said. “I have been interested in aviation and military history for as long as I can remember.” He started drawing planes at four, and still has a copy of the first book he read at six,

about the war in the air over the Pacific, Outraged Skies, which might have been the catalyst for his passion. Born in Alberta, the Bourgeois family moved to B.C. after his dad retired from the Canadian Armed Forces. Over the years, the freelance artist has earned 14 awards at aviation art shows, and has seen his work displayed in museums, from the Canadian War Museum and Canadian Aviation Museum in Ottawa to features in magazines. Coin collectors from all over the world have been talking about the keepsake coin online. He said he hopes it will be as popular as the Year of the

Dragon coins released at the same time, which are “selling out like crazy.” The coin is made of 99.99 per cent pure silver and is available in both “proof” frosted highlights against a mirror-like background and “brilliant” or shiny finish. With a run of 40,000, the 1812-2012 proof coin is going for $59.95 and its brilliant version, with a mintage of 25,000, is retailing for $54.95.

The $10,000 tax credit for first-time new house buyers in the 2012 provincial budget should be good news for buyers and builders alike in Chilliwack, says Cynthia Admiraal. “I think we have enough new housing in Chilliwack that it would benefit,” she said, from the additional first-time buyers the tax credit is expected to encourage into the market. Coupled with already lower house prices in the Chilliwack area, and with continued low interest rates, the tax credit could have a “significant impact” on the housing market here, agreed Admiraal, president of the Chilliwack & District Real Estate board. “Our city has a lot to offer young families,” she said, including good schools, parks, recreational facilities — and gasoline prices lower than those in the Vancouver area. But another new housing measure in the budget, an increase in the HST rebate threshold to $850,000 from $525,000 is not expected to have much impact here because of those same low house prices. “There’s not a lot of those high-end houses” being built in Chilliwack, Admiraal said. The rebate — up to a maximum $42,500 from $26,250 — will now be available to buyers of more expensive homes, until the HST is finally phased out. The 2012 budget also contains a grant — equivalent to the HST rebate — on new housing that’s used as a second or recreational residence. Eligibility for the grant is limited to areas outside the Greater Vancouver and Victoria regional districts. All three budget items are “certainly welcome relief for many homebuilders and developers,” agreed Cameron Muir, chief economist at the B.C. Real Estate Association. He said the $10,000 tax credit “will likely push some potential first-time buyers off the fence and into the market” rather than waiting until the HST comes off new homes. Continued: HOME/ p4

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Liam Howlett has got to be the tallest, heftiest, chattiest two year old there ever was. At three and a half feet tall, 40 pounds, and an extensive vocabulary, this kid has surely got to be a boy wonder. Nope, but he is a leap year baby. Born on Feb. 29, 2004, young Liam has spent the last four birthdays announcing that he’s “still only one.” But yesterday, in front of his entire student body at Strathcona elementary, he was finally able to announce that he’d moved up a year. He’s two now. Liam’s slow-paced age turnover has been great amusement for family and friends over the last eight years. When he’s supposed to be 20 years old, he’ll actually be five. When he’s supposed to be 40 years old, he’ll be 10. When he’s supposed to be 60 years old, he still won’t be old enough to get a driver’s license at just 15. “He’s going to be a pretty old man by the time he can get his driver’s license,” laughed mom Rhonda Bridgeo. “He’ll be ready to retire by then.” Liam’s younger sister, at a whopping six years old, is technically older than him. And his grandmother, who mailed him a card earlier this week, noti-

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fied him that by the time she’s 70, he’ll only be three. His birthday is like a fountain of youth. But Liam wasn’t supposed to be born on Feb. 29. His due date was Feb. 26, the same day his mom’s water broke. The labour, however, proved to be a difficult one. “I kept going in and out of labour,” said Rhonda, who didn’t think once about the possibility of her son being born

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on the day that only comes around once every four years. “It was a really hard delivery; I was more worried about getting the baby out than the day he’d be born on.” When the nearly 10-pounder was finally born on Feb. 29, at 8:35 a.m., excitement filled his mom’s belly. “It’s a day that not many others are born on,” said Rhonda. “It makes it a little more special.”

about spending extra money on higher-end houses.” But Muir said it’s difficult to say when the housing market in B.C. will really turnaround

And for Liam, despite the years of ribbing he is sure to endure, he, too, loves that his birthday falls on a unique day. Without it, he wouldn’t have grand birthday celebrations when his real birthday does finally come around, and he wouldn’t have an entire school celebrating with him like Strathcona elementary did yesterday. Liam’s next birthday will be Feb. 29, 2016.

because of “headwinds” related to the “slower than optimum” economic growth seen in Europe and the U.S. Not until there is “strong” economic

growth in the U.S. in particular, Muir said, will B.C. see a “more well-rounded economic expansion” spurring house sales back to pre-recession levels.

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UFV dental education programs corner the local market on smiles W e all know the classic situation. You’re in the chair at the dental office, having a nice conversation with the friendly hygienist or the certified dental assistant, but it’s a little one-sided. While working on your teeth, she (or sometimes he) is asking you how you are, and about your hobbies and interests. You are unable to answer coherently or give much input into the conversation. If you were able to ask some questions, you might discover that she or he is a graduate of a dental program at the University of the Fraser Valley. UFV has had a Certified Dental Assistant program since 1979, and has produced more than 800 CDA graduates. More recently, UFV launched a Dental Hygiene program. Students and faculty from both programs work closely together, and will be moving to a new shared dental lab at the new Chilliwack campus at the Canada Education Park this spring. Both CDAs and registered dental hygienists play key roles in dental offices. The certified dental assistant acts as the ‘dentist’s right hand’, providing chair-side assistance during procedures, but also polishes teeth, prepares patients for procedures, and applies fissure sealants. They are often one of the first members of the dental team that a patient encounters, and are skilled at helping people to feel at ease in the dental office. “CDAs need to enjoy working with people, have a friendly disposition, have manual dexterity, be flexible, and be able to multi-task, among other things,” says Rosie Friesen, UFV’s CDA program coordinator. Dental hygienists are oral healthcare professionals who assess the risk of disease, and provide preventive educational, and therapeutic services, including the administration of local anesthetic. Dental hygiene focuses on health promotion, which has become increasingly important as the link between oral health and overall health becomes more apparent. Dental hygienists may provide care in private

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dental or dental hygiene offices, or in public or private healthcare facilities. Students in both of UFV’s dental programs get hands-on experience in the university dental labs, and practise their skills on members of the public who come in for clinics. After taking a one-year break in accepting new students, the Dental Hygiene program is once again accepting applications. UFV will now offer an intake to the program every two years, starting in September 2012. “We have since surveyed recent program graduates, and had in-depth talks and meetings with our advisory committee, including local dental hygienists, dentists, the College of Dental Hygienists of British Columbia, and the B.C. Dental Hygienists Association,” notes UFV interim Health Sciences Dean Diane Reed. “All of the graduates we were able to contact are working. Dental professionals and their professional organizations are all urging us to continue the program.” The market for dental hygienists is anticipated to grow because of the aging population, more healthcare focus on oral care in general, and anticipated new government initiatives focused on seniors’ and aboriginal oral health. Students need one year of university-level prerequisites before entering the program.

Students already enrolled in firstyear sciences at UFV may want to consider the program. Dental hygiene students end up with three years of postsecondary education. Their choices upon graduation include entering the workforce, or applying to enter the fourthyear of the dental hygiene degree program at the UBC or the Bachelor of Health Science program at Thompson Rivers

University. Like the rest of UFV Health Sciences programs, the Dental Hygiene and CDA programs will be moving to the new Canada Education Park campus this year. Classes entering the program in 2012 will be the first in the new location which will include brand new classroom, library, and dental clinic facilities.

The UFV community partner of the month is Summit View Dental Centre At Summit View Dental Centre: t

We are dedicated to our patients. They are the reason we are here and we create a friendly atmosphere for each one of them. Dental visits are not just about teeth, but about the person behind them.

We have a caring environment and provide quality dental care. Our team works with patients of all ages in the management of oral health care, providing personal assistance in achieving oral health goals.

We are open late one day a week and are open on Saturdays to serve our patients. Also, we provide an array of dental services, including implants.

We have a strong presence in the community and welcome new patients.

We are proud to have UFV alumni working with us and we welcome office visits from students in the UFV community.

We are excited for the UFV Cascades women’s basketball team, advancing this week to the Final Four of the Canada West championships. Cascade stars Nicole and Sarah Wierks are the daughters of Summit View Dental Centre hygienist Debbie Wierks.

Become a Certified Dental Assistant ENTR ANCE REQUIREMENTS Ǧ B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent Ǧ English 12 (or UFV English 091 or 099) Ǧ Biology 11 & 12 (or UFV Biology 083 & 093) Ǧ Chemistry 11 (or UFV Chemistry 083), with a C+ overall average in the four courses. See more at ufv.ca/health/Programs/Certiﬁed_Dental_ Assistant_Certiﬁcate.htm

Become a Dental Hygienist ENTR ANCE REQUIREMENTS Completion of ﬁrst-year university-transfer courses (30 credits minimum) with proof of a letter grade of C+ or higher in each of the following: Ǧ Human Anatomy and Physiology (with weekly labs), KPE 270* and KPE 370 or equivalent Ǧ CHEM 113 and CHEM 114 or equivalent (with weekly labs) Ǧ MATH 104 or MATH 106 or PSYC 110 Ǧ ENGL 105 Ǧ and one of ENGL 120 to 170 Ǧ PSYC 101 and PSYC 102 or equivalent Ǧ One elective, if necessary to reach 30 credits. See more at ufv.ca/health/programs/dentalhygiene.htm

For more information about how Dr. Jad Dhesi and his team can help with your dental health, please contact Summit View Dental Centre at 604-792-3324. Summit View Dental Centre Suite 105 – 9123 Mary St. Chilliwack, BC 604-792-3324 www.summitviewdental.ca

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School district eyes return to two-week spring break CUPE wants assurance its members won’t lose hours Katie Bartel The Progress

Paramedics care for a man whose scooter was struck in a crosswalk at Spadina and Yale on Monday morning. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Man injured after scooter hit Traffic at Spadina Avenue and Yale Road was rerouted after a man in a motorized scooter was hit by a pickup truck travelling westbound on Yale Road late Monday morning. Witnesses claimed the

driver of the truck ran a red light and struck the pedestrian crossing south in the crosswalk on Spadina Avenue. The man was cared for by witnesses and Good Samaritans while they wait-

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Chilliwack schools could be heading back to a two-week spring break next year. At Tuesday night’s school board meeting, district staff were directed by Chilliwack board of education to look into the feasibility of employing a two-week spring break. The recommendation was made due to spring break falling on the week prior to the Easter long weekend, which would mean students would return to school on the Monday, and be back on holidays for Good Friday four days later. “If we don’t fly in this direction, many students may be absent from school,” said trustee Walt Krahn. “It could have a number of ripple effects.” However, the last time the school district imposed a two-week spring break for the 2010-11 school year, it endured great amounts of backlash from several groups. Most notably from support staff in the district who lost a week’s worth of pay due to the extra week of spring break. Rod Isaac, president of CUPE Local 411, addressed trustees at Tuesday’s meeting stating that CUPE isn’t opposed to an

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capital costs for hospital equipment needs in 2011-2012. Those needs include an estimated $1.3 million to remedy “extensive envelope failures” that have “compromised the safety of the workplace environment” at Parkholm Lodge where a new $2.7-million, 20-bed mental health unit was opened by provincial and FHA officials last October. “These failures are due to systemic leaking problems and the existence of mold,” FHA financial systems director Brenda Ligett said in a letter to the FVRHD board. The funding request also includes an estimated $110,000 to replace an “obsolete and outdated” call system that connects patients to nurses at Chilliwack General Hospital.

The existing system is 18 years old and replacement parts are no longer available, Ligett said in the letter. The list of equipment needs also included a request for $350,000 to complete the third phase of electrical system upgrades at Mission Memorial Hospital, and a total $866,350 for equipment projects under $100,000. Director Dennis Adamson, who seconded Smith’s motion to table the request, asked Ligett when some “significant” funding would be spent at the Fraser Canyon hospital. She said some “bigger pieces of equipment” are coming to the hospital. “It’s on the list for 2013-14,” she said.

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this year and a general election next year. He said the proposal to raise general business taxes is a repeat of his effort to save the HST, and it won’t happen if the B.C. Liberals win in 2013. B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins made the bizarre claim that it’s an NDP-style “tax and spend” budget, and inaccurately accused Falcon of raising taxes on small business. He also joined the NDP chorus of outrage over ICBC, BC Hydro and medical premium increases. Some other hot topics in the budget: • Selling assets. The big one here is B.C.’s liquor wholesaling monopoly, run out of warehouses in Kamloops and Vancouver. Falcon insists the private sector does this kind of work more efficiently, and union contracts will be protected in a bidding

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A call for a mural on the Cultural Centre At our beautiful Cultural Centre on Sunday, my friends and I saw the Music and Dance Festival, presented by the Chilliwack Lions’ Club. It was wonderful, the dancers, music and costumes were superb. The centre is beautiful, but I would like to see a mural on the outside of the building, representing the arts, as it looks quite stark. Isobel Boylan

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as well as a way of life that is long gone, namely the great age of Hollywood Classical Cinema that so dramatically marked the first half of the 20th century. This year, Elizabeth Taylor, who made frequent appearances on the silver screen at the old Paramount, passed out of our lives for good and with her, the very last living embodiment of the classical Hollywood era. What Chilliwack now possesses is one of the world’s few remaining architectural monuments to this important historic moment of the past century, and the city owes it to future generations, not to mention film buffs, historians of cinema and just about everyone else, to preserve this important building. It is my sincere hope that the city can rally the necessary finances to save what could once again become a dynamic venue for the seventh lively art. As a venue that could serve both the purposes of entertainment and film studies, the Paramount Theatre is not just some old building or an eye sore that should happily succumb to the wrecking ball – it is an important signifier of our shared heritage and must be preserved. In closing, although I live an ocean away, this issue is so important to me that I will happily do whatever I can to help save the old Paramount Theatre...which is really everyone’s old Paramount Theatre!

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An 82-year-old Chilliwack woman was callously shoved aside when she interrupted two men ransacking her home last week. Although shaken up by the Feb. 23 incident, police said the woman gave a good description of the dark-green Jimmy/Blazer in which the two suspects fled, and even remembered part of the licence plate number. “Most people in that situation would not be that alert,” RCMP Const. Tracy Wolbeck said. “This is an 82-year-old woman who has never experienced anything like this before.” Police said the woman came

home at about 11:20 a.m. to find the two suspects already inside her house in the 9000-block Annis Road. “As she entered, the two males pushed past her and fled the residence,” Wolbeck said. Several items are missing from the home, but the most notable is a pair of earrings belonging to the victim’s mother. But Wolbeck said a crime like this goes “beyond the monetary value of belongings” and “thankfully” the elderly victim was not harmed. The suspect vehicle is described as a “very distinct looking” older model Jimmy/

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Missing Chilliwack man found, deceased A Chilliwack man missing for more than three weeks has been found, deceased, in the Chilliwack River Valley. Chilliwack RCMP say Douglas Sawatzky was found by a passerby several feet down an embankment near the Liumchen Creek Forest Service Road. Foul play is not sus-

pected. But it was not immediately clear whether Sawatzky, 40, was the victim of a backroads accident or from a fall. “It does not appear to be a motor vehicle accident at this time,” RCMP Const. Tracy Wolbeck said, because the 1994 black Jeep Cherokee he was driv-

ing when last seen on Feb. 5 was with him and did not appear damaged by an accident. Sawatzky told his family that he was going camping in the Chilliwack area, but when he did not return, police were called. Wolbeck said by the gear and the equipment Sawatzky had with him,

it appeared he was “prepared to spend some time in the woods.” Chilliwack Search and Rescue were called in by police to help with the recovery. Wolbeck said the RCMP also wanted to thank the public “for their vigilance and assistance in attempting to locate” the missing

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Soloist series features van Dijk on violin concertos, it is showy, virtuosic but also melodic. The composer has allowed both the soloist and the orchestra to share equal voices. The music is icy cold, bringing visions of the northern lights and snow to this listener. The last movement has been described as a Polonaise for Polar Bears. A very appropriate concerto to be premiered in Helsinki, Finland. The orchestra and Maestro Louwersheimer are pleased to be hosting guest artists from the teaching faculty of the Chilliwack Academy of Music. Academy players will be opening the concert, the evenings soloist is also a teacher at the academy.

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SATURDAY The Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Principal Soloist Series features violinist Alisa van Dijk tonight at the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 adult, $15 students, and can be purchased at the centre box office or by calling 604-391-SHOW (7469). www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. The Chilliwack Visual Artists Association presents its own group show, Something New, Something Special March 3 to April 12 at the Chambers Gallery in the Chilliwack Museum featuring artwork in a variety of media and styles. Opening reception is today, noon to 2 p.m. Museum hours are Mondays to Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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The Harrison Festival Society brings Gary Comeau and his Voodoo Allstars to the Memorial Hall in Harrison Hot Springs tonight at 8 p.m. Tickets $22. 604-796-3664. www.harrisonfestival.com.

SUNDAY Singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie performs at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre tonight at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $35 in advance ($40 at the door) and can be purchased at the centre box office or by calling 604-391-SHOW (7469).

MONDAY Balladeer and piper Evans Palmer will perform a selection of ballads and folk selections from the Maritimes, Scotland, and Ireland at the Chilliwack Library from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free. Samantha Savage Smith performs at Bozziniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tonight at 8 p.m. Her music is heavily influenced by blues, jazz, and indie-rock. Tickets $10 and available at Bozziniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurant. 604-792-0744.

The Chilliwack Senior Veterans Society (9233 Main St.) has crib at 1 p.m. every Tuesday. Call Joan at 604-7921705.

WEDNESDAY The annual Spring Film Series runs every Wednesday night at 7 p.m. from Feb. 29 to April 4 at the Cottonwood 4 Cinemas. Cost is $5. For more info call 604-392-8888, or visit www.chilliwackartscouncil.com. Tonightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movie is Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, a drama/ mystery/thriller; UK/France; rated R; 127 minutes.

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he Roadshow has been travelling the country in search of hidden treasures and is now in Chilliwack to see what surprises comes through the door! They will be appraising and buying everything from gold and silver jewellery and coins to antiques and collectibles. Now is the time to search through those old boxes containing the silverware you no longer want to polish, the jewellery you do not wear and the coin collections you would like to learn more about. The experts at the Roadshow will be more than happy to look through your old treasures, heirlooms and curiosities, free of charge. They will even make you an offer to buy anything their network of collectors are looking for. You could be in possession of something rare and sought after that could earn you a lot of money!!! At an event in Belleville, Ontario, a man named Larry Wilkes brought in an old jewellery box full of items he had inherited from family members, over the years. It contained gold and silver jewellery and even some costume jewellery that is desirable to collectors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was very pleased to see that there was this much value in that old box!â&#x20AC;? Larry commented. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have never been much for jewellery so I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what was in there all these years.â&#x20AC;? Larry traded in his jewellery box for $3,700! Expert appraiser Luc Bergevin explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There has never been a better time to sell gold or silver jewellery, flatware or coins. Many people are coming to realize that since the stock market prices of precious metals are now so high there is a lot of money to be made from things that are just collecting dust!â&#x20AC;? At an event, a woman named Lise Archambault arrived with a lot of silverware. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sorry I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t polish itâ&#x20AC;?, Lise said. It turned out that among her unpolished silverware was a rare and beautiful Victorian coffee and tea service made in Lon-

don, England, in 1852 by Charles and George Fox. This set is highly desirable to collectors! Lise also had an assortment of newer sterling silverware. She decided to sell it all and received $5,000 for her items! â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am very happy that someone else could enjoy my silverware...but even happier that I can now take an overdue vacation!â&#x20AC;? Lise Joked. At another Roadshow event in Calgary, Alberta, a man named Carlos Miller brought in a sizeable coin collection, which included a rare 1966 Small Bead Canadian silver dollar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were really pleased to see that coin, as it is very rare. We purchased it for $6,000. We also purchased an assortment of other coins from him for their silver content,â&#x20AC;? expert appraiser Lawrence Tyee explained. He went on to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;more and more people are cashing in their coins for their silver content, which is wise because of how much silver is worth these days!â&#x20AC;? Canadian coins from 1968 or older and American coins from 1964 or older contain silver. Many older foreign coins contain silver too. If you are not sure, the experts at the Roadshow can quickly let you know which ones contain silver and which ones are rare! The Roadshow buys and appraises all kinds of antiques and collectibles. Appraiser Sandy Johnstone recounts one of her more memorable experiences: â&#x20AC;&#x153;While working in White Rock, B.C. a gentleman came to my table with two boxes full of things. In the second box he had a large collection of cast-iron banks that our collectors love and several tin wind-up toys which are also collectible...especially his tin wind-up Popeye on a tricycle made by Linemar in the 1950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. It was still in its original box and in perfect condition. What a find! We wound up giving him over $2,000 for these gems! Everyone was super happy!â&#x20AC;?

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Chilliwack Chiefs survive Salmon Arm scare Eric J. Welsh, The Progress The Chilliwack Chiefs took care of business in ugly fashion Tuesday night, blowing a three goal lead to the visiting Salmon Arm Silverbacks before taking a 4-3 overtime decision at Prospera Centre. Ugly as it was, the win earned Chilliwack a valuable two points in their quest for an Interior conference playoff spot. The fourth place Chiefs moved five points ahead of the fifth place Vernon Vipers, and closed to within four points of the third place Prince George Spruce Kings. They still have one game in hand on both teams. “It’s kind of hard to not look at the standings, and you want to see how the other teams are doing,” Malcolm Gould admitted after the game. “But you can’t think too much about it. We know we can do it (make the playoffs), and if we don’t it will be our fault and no one elses.” Chilliwack got on the board first at the 11:17 mark on a shortanded goal by Gould. With Kit Sitterley serving a double minor for high sticking, Gould intercepted a pass at the Chilliwack blueline and took off. “When they go D to D, we want to apply pressure so they don’t have time to think about it,” Gould explained. “I saw them trying to make that pass, so I jumped it and got a step on them.” Speeding in on the Salmon Arm net, Gould went from backhand to forehand, sliding the puck past the outstretched skate of Salmon Arm keeper Kurt Williams. The North Vancouver native scored the first shorthanded goal for

the Chiefs since Oct. 22. Gould had that one too in a 7-5 loss to Victoria. His 26th of the year sent Chilliwack to the break up 1-0. The Silverbacks had a couple chances to knot it up early in the second period, but Chiefs keeper Mitch Gillam kept them off the board. The Ontario native made a couple bangbang saves off James Friedel and Garrett Hendrickson in tight. Later, he stretched post to post, getting his glove out to thwart Morgan Zulinick on a Salmon Arm power play. The Chiefs added to their lead at 12:35 of period two on another Gould goal. David Bondra set him up, cutting right to left across the goal mouth. The Maryland native slid a pass left to right across the blue paint to Gould, who had a tap-in for his 27th. “That was all on my linemates (Derek Huisman and Bondra), who made a couple nice passes,” Gould said. “I just stood at the side of the net and tapped it in. Pretty easy on my part.” Shots on goal through 40 minutes favoured Chilliwack 23-22. The Chiefs put the hammer down in the opening minute of the final frame, pushing their lead to 3-0 on a goal by Sitterley. Trevor Hills earned the assist with a hot shot from the slot. Sitterley cut across the goal-mouth and roofed the rebound for his 12th of the year. But the Silverbacks got that one back on a power play goal by Myles McCauley. Alex Perron-Fontaine was in the penalty box as the 20-year-old wired a short-side shot past Gillam at 11:07 for his 11th of the year. Salmon Arm got even closer with 4:15 left on

Chilliwack’s Anderson White (left) gives Salmon Arm’s Morgan Zulinick an earful during a BCHL clash Tuesday night between White’s Chilliwack Chiefs and Zulinick’s Silverbacks. Chilliwack won 4-3 in overtime. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

a controversial goal by Travis Stephens. Stephens and exChief Mike Berr y both barreled into the Chilliwack goal crease, taking Gillam and the puck into the net. After a brief staff meeting with linesmen Glen Bulger and Nick Bilko, referee Jason Cramer called it a good goal and pointed to center ice. “It’s hard to tell when a play like that happens,” Gould said. “You always hope it’s not going to count, but the goal judge and linesmen thought the puck went in before the net was knocked off. We didn’t catch a break on that one.” Williams came to the bench with 1:08 remaining and tied the game with 19.8 seconds left on a goal by Muller.

“We started off the game really well, doing all the little things. Then in the last 10 minutes or so we kind of laid back a little bit,” Gould said. “We took our foot off the gas pedal and got away from our game plan a little bit.” Forced to four-onfour overtime, the Chiefs finally put the Silverbacks away. Perron-Fontaine got the assist on Derek Huisman’s game winner as the Smithers native lazered a shot past Williams at 4:04. The three stars were Gould (first), Gillam (second) and Sitterley (third). The Chiefs are on the road this weekend with games in Westside on Friday and Penticton on Saturday. They’re home Tuesday versus Vernon.

Grizzly football hits the field G.W. Graham’s new football program is hosting a combine this Saturday at the school. Following registration from noon to 12:30 p.m., potential Grizzlies will go through a gamut of 10 drills that includes. The list includes the 40 yard dash, sumo contest, push-up contest,

t-test agility, vertical jump, linebacker agilities, receiver route running, quarterback passing, running back agilities and kicking/punting. A barbecue will follow. An estimated 80 athletes are expected at the first high school event in Chilliwack in over three decades.

Atoms aim for Final Four title Chilliwack’s A2 atoms are hosting the Final Four Championship tournament at Prospera Centre and Twin Rinks this weekend. Chilliwack faces South Delta, Coquitlam and Mission as they try to earn the title.

Chilliwack went 25-12-7 during the season, earning a spot in the Final Four with a 5-2 victory last Saturday over Langley. Team members are Lucas Arnold, Austin Bamford, Colyten, Boyarski, Dylan Brooks, Ryan Burgess,

Micah Causton, Mike Cecchi, Jacob Challman, Carson Hay, Jacob Klassen-Phillips, Gerrit Lindhout, Zacheray Muir, Graham Macaulay, Brayden Lehr, Kade Padgham, Liam Shearer and Kenjo Versavei.

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Six games to go The Vipers are the team in serious trouble, and need help to get to the postseason, writes Jacob Bestebroer

Former Western Hockey League Chilliwack Bruin Ryan Howse sports an ear-to-ear grin after scoring his first American Hockey League goal and point in a 4-1 win over the Houston Aeros Feb. 18. The Prince George native waited 20 games for the milestone tally, putting the puck behind Houston netminder Matt Hackett. Howse collected an assist the next night in a 4-3 loss to the Peoria Rivermen. ABBOTSFORD HEAT

Chilliwack shows well at B.C. Winter Games A small contingent of Chilliwackians travelled to Vernon last week for the B.C. Winter Games. They held their own against the best in the province, and brought home four individual medals (all bronze) and nine team medals (one gold, two silver and six bronze). Several of the locals competed in karate. Jacob Maud earned a bronze medal in the individual kata male division, then joined his Valley Shidokan teammate Zachary Charlton

on the bronze medal winning Fraser Valley Zone-3 kumite male team. Maud and Charleton joined forces once more, along with Damon McArthur, on the bronze-medal winning kata male team. Valley Shidokan’s Tammy Miller coached. Chilliwack’s Faith Walker and Jayden Lane were part of the silver-medal winning kumite female team, and Lane added individual bronze in the 44 kilogram kumite female division.

Sardis Flier speed-skaters turned in outstanding results. Individually, Dallas Hawkes and Rebekah Clemons both earned bronze medals. Hawkes got hers in the T2T B 400 metre race, clocking a time of 43.16 seconds. Clemons got hers in the T2T B 1500m race with a time of 2:55.28. Clemons won a team gold medal as well, competing with Justin Cross (Coquitlam), Connor Meeks (Surrey) and Madison Karpes (Abbotsford) in the T2T B 200m mixed pur-

suit. Chilliwack’s Nathan Stothers competed in midget boys cross-country skiing, placing 11th in the individual sprint 400m final standings, and 17th in the individual long distance 3.5 kilometre race. One the whole, the Fraser Valley finished third with 72 medals (26 gold, 16 silver and 30 bronze). The Vancouver-Squamish collected 81 medals to finish first, followed by the Thompson-Okanagan zone with 80.

U-16 Strikers wait for word on quarter-final opponent Chilliwack’s U-16 Strikers took on West Vancouver in a quarterfinal playoff game last weekend. West Van hadn’t lost a game all season, but Chilliwack ended that with a 1-0 win. West Van’s speed and high scoring had

been their trademark through the season. But this time, they found themselves up against a tougher and more determined team in Chilliwack. The game’s only goal came 35 minutes into the first half. Kristy Ricard cleared

a centering pass from her own 18 that found forward Emily Finley at center. Finley headed the ball past the last defender and had a clear path to the West Van net. Though her first shot was stopped, she chipped the rebound

up and over the fallen keeper. West Van moved to a 4-3-3 formation to try to get the equalizer in the second half, but Chilliwack’s strong defensive play kept them at bay. Keeper Samantha Chand made two game

saving stops to preserve the win. The Strikers now take home field advantage into a semi-final game on Sunday. They must wait for the result of the other quarter-final before they will know who their opposition will be.

After Tuesday night’s 4-3 overtime win over Salmon Arm, things are looking good for the Chiefs in their chase for a playoff spot. The Chiefs can punch their ticket to the dance by earning six points in their final six games. They could even get in with less if Vernon loses any of their final games. But strange things happen in the world of sports. It’s unlikely, but certainly not impossible, that Vernon wins all five of their remaining games and it’s certainly not impossible for the Chiefs to not earn six points in their final six games. It’s not impossible for the Chiefs to grab third place either. The Penticton Vees (49-3-0-2) are obviously locked into top spot and the second place Merritt Centennials (30-17-2-6) have clinched a playoff berth. With five games remaining against Trail (three times), Penticton and Salmon Arm, the Cents seem to be in good shape. But Merritt could still stumble all the way down to fourth place. The Prince George Spruce Kings (30-19-24) hold third place with five games remaining against Trail (twice), Vernon and Penticton (twice). The Spruce Kings need just two points to clinch a playoff position, but they should get them sooner rather than later as their final two games are against the Vees. Chilliwack’s position is clear. They have six games left against Westside (twice), Penticton, Coquitlam and Trail. Six points gets them into the playoffs and if PG stumbles at all, the Chiefs can still overtake them for third. The Vipers, three time defending league champions, are the team in serious trouble, and will need help to get to the post season. They will likely have to win all five of their games (certainly no less than four) to have a chance to get in. Two wins by Vernon this weekend will make next Tuesday’s Vipers versus Chiefs game in Chilliwack very interesting. A reminder that the final Chiefs home game on March 11 against the Trail Smoke Eaters is Fan Appreciation Night. More details will be coming out over the next week. The relationship between the Chiefs and the city of Chilliwack has been awesome this year. Chilliwack hockey fans have been great in their support and the Chiefs have done an awesome job of reciprocating that support to local organizations including Chilliwack Minor Hockey. March 11 will be a chance for both sides to say thank you to each other for their loyalty and support. Feedback can be sent to jb@chilliwackchiefs.net.

Can Strikers finally find what they’ve been searching for? Chilliwack’s U-15 Storm continue their searching for an elusive prize this weekend, taking on GEU Panthers in a Coastal Cup semifinal. A core group of girls have been together for several years, winning their league several

times, but never taking a Coastal Cup title. The Storm won all of their league games this year, and coach Cheryl Hagen believes they finally have the right mix to get it done. “This is an extremely dedicated group of athletes who all have other

physical activities such as basketball, volleyball, hockey, barrel racing and acting,” the coach noted. “But they come together for the love of soccer, devoting time and energy to practices even when the fields are closed. They laugh together, cry together

and most of all have fun together in a team sport they all love.” The players are Taylor Antle, Brittany Cerne, Holly Cherniwchan, Hannah Clark, Jade Contois, Brianna Crowe, Brianna Ens, Alicia George Bailey, Cheyenne Hagen, Erin

Harmatuik, Teagan James, Kaitlyn Lindhout, Alexandria Robertson, Simran Sundhu, Michelle Sommer, Hailey Thomson, Emilia Tschetter and Chanelle Urquhart. Their semi-final game is noon Saturday on the turf at Townsend Park.

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Chilliwack FC’s U-13 silver select Strikers defeated Semiahmoo 2-0 last Sunday to move into the District Cup semi-finals. Sierra Brown scored in the first half and Carley Murrayy added the insurance in the second half, capping off an excellent team effort in windy and cold conditions. Chilliwack hosts Maple Ridge on Sunday.

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✞ Obituaries BARRE Richard David

It is with very deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Rick on Friday, FebruBARRE ary 24 at age 52. He was born in Burgeo, Newfoundland and currently lived life in Yarrow, BC. He will be deeply missed by his wife Karen and his cats Spike and Lulu, his mother Libby and her husband Patrick, brothers Terry and Larry, and sisters Wendy and Janet and families, as well as all his good friends. He was predeceased by Gordon Barre, his loving stepfather. A celebration of Rick’s life will be held at the Yarrow Community Centre, 4670 Community St., on Friday, March 2, 2012 at 1 pm. In lieu of ﬂowers, etc., please feel free to contribute to the Canadian Diabetes Association or charity of your choice.

LOPEZ-PEREZ David

Jan. 28, 1935 - Feb. 24, 2012 Passed away peacefully at Cascade Hospice, Chilliwack, BC after a three year battle MUTSCHMANN with cancer. He will be dearly missed by family and friends. A Viewing will be held on Sunday, March 4 from 3-6 pm at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 11:00 am at the Chilliwack Church of God, 45814 Lewis Ave. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to the Chilliwack Church of God, “Building Fund”, 45814 Lewis Ave., Chilliwack, BC V2P 3C4.

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Beyond those mountains there’s a soft glow; It’s gettin’ brighter the closer I go. It’s like the beginning of a new day, And the trail I’m followin’ leads the way. I feel sure there’s friends and family ahead, And they’ve set up camp on a brand new spread. Yes, I can hear the voices callin’ my name, sayin’, “Welcome Reg, sure glad you came, This new range is special, you’ll like it here, There’s grass for your horses, the streams are clear, The cattle are gentle and never stampede, And in every direction there’s plenty of feed. If you’re thinkin’ it sounds too good to be true, it’s not—’cause the Boss made a promise to you. If you’d ride for his brand, be honest and square, He’d relive all your pain, and remove every care. He was mighty pleased with your life on earth, That you did your best, and proved your worth. So step off your horse, and tied on up, Your friends are all waiting to pour you a cup. We’ll talk about old days, as time allows, ‘cause startin’ tomorrow you’ll be workin’ cows!”

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(nee: Janzen) Feb. 18, 1943 - Feb 24, 2012 “Peggy” passed away in Chilliwack at the age of 69 years. Her friend Yvonne Levesque was REECE by her side the ﬁrst 24 hours and Debbie Hughes was with Peggy when she passed away. She leaves behind other dear friends, Levi Hughes, Randy Hill, Paul Evenden and Marion Clarke of Chilliwack; and Kathy and Miles McCarthy of Abbotsford; brother, Winston of Williams Lake; a brother in Agassiz; and a sister in Powell River; grandchildren and greatgrandchildren whom she loved very much. Cremation – no service by Peggy’s request. Rest in peace, Peggy, you’ll always be remembered for your kindhearted ways and your generosity.

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(nee Dickout) Oct. 23, 1919 - Feb. 16, 2012 Joy was born on October 23, 1919 in Chinook, Alberta. She grew up on a farm in Alsask, BATTY Saskatchewan with an older brother and sister and two younger brothers. The family moved to an 18 acre farm in the Fraser Valley (Cheam) in 1934. She was predeceased by her husband, Ted Batty in 1996, her brother, Dr. Jack Dickout in 2005, her brother Quentin Dickout in 2006, and her brother Les Dickout in 2010. She is survived by her sister, Shirley Bathgate, her eight nieces and nephews, and their children and grandchildren. During her life Joy was a much loved daughter, Sister, sister-inlaw, aunt, wife, teacher, colleague, mentor, and friend. Her teaching career in the Valley spanned five decades. She had a zest for life, a great sense of humour, and a ready smile and laugh. Her many interests included walking, biking, reading, classical music, board games, carpet bowling, quilting, knitting, crocheting, and community volunteer work. She will be missed. There will be a Memorial Service for Joy officiated by Rev. Dianne Astle at Carman United Church, 7258 Vedder Road, Sardis, BC on Saturday, March 3 at 2:30pm. Henderson’s Funeral Home has assisted the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, if friends and family wish, a donation can be made in Joy’s name to Carman United Church or to The Canadian Red Cross.

MUTSCHMANN Edward

D a v i d L o p e z - P e re z passed away peacefully on February 26, 2012 at Cascade Hospice LOPEZ-PEREZ in Chilliwack, BC at the age of 55. Born and raised in Mexico City, he moved his life to Canada to be with his children. A man with a heart of gold, he was selﬂess in all his actions. Loving father, caring friend, and amazing man – he will be truly missed by all. David is lovingly remembered by his sons David (Sonya) and Brian, daughters Monsy and Gabrielle, Gaby (ex-wife) and Don (good friend). A celebration of his life will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack.

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Sat., March 10 from 9am-5pm at G.W. Graham School, Thomas Rd., and The Salvation Army Church, Brooks Ave.

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ACROSS 1. Heidi’s mountain 4. Eye woe 8. “Tell ____ About It” 11. Make waterproof 15. Caesar’s twelve 16. Munch 17. Dark brew 18. Doing nothing 19. Mischievous tyke 20. Starlet’s quest 21. Lived 22. Thailand, formerly 23. Overweight 25. Magician’s word 27. To and ____ 28. Human 30. Forest beast 31. Sunday song 32. Beginner 35. “Takin’ Care of Business” gp. 37. Indian title 39. Grayish green mineral 40. Honey badger 44. Fancy light 47. Matador 48. Jar covering 49. Dill herb 50. Yodeling sound 52. Seed holder 53. Position 55. Business venture 58. Arrogant 59. White-tailed flier 60. Poetic work 61. Blended whiskey 63. Acrobat’s garment 65. Reject, as a bill from Congress 68. Came in feet first 70. Fuel type 74. Terrible anger 75. Deep valley 78. Person who receives gifts 79. Guitar device 81. Dismiss 82. Shipment 84. Before, to bards 85. Offshore

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CROSSWORD 86. Swee’____ 87. Hush, as a child 88. “____ America” (Gibson film) 89. Smell 90. Be wrong 91. Pot filler 92. Legend DOWN 1. Self-evident truth 2. In-between state 3. Hamelin rat catcher 4. Campbell film 5. Yet, briefly 6. Squeal 7. Large jug 8. Anchor’s rope 9. Delight 10. Soak up again

11. Female sibling, for short 12. Enlighten 13. Dream interrupter 14. Defective car 24. Dry-cleaner’s concern 26. Elicit 29. Potential 31. Rime 33. Fictional account 34. Type type 36. TV’s “F ____” 37. Bake eggs 38. Ham operator’s item 41. Slightly warm 42. Notched 43. Ore deposit 44. Sound of a horse’s hoof 45. Fine and ____

ANIS CLUB OF

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answers in Classifieds 46. 47. 51. 54. 56. 57. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 69. 71. 72. 73. 76. 77. 80. 83.

Of an earlier time Spool content Lincoln coin Continental currency Destitute Western show Flee ____ algebra Conundrum Church deputy Delete Wigwam’s relative Not as strict Move stealthily Chilling Suspiciously alert Earthen vessel Verb’s counterpart Hardwood High, in music

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Class 1 Drivers & Owner Operators BC & Alberta Runs Local O/O’s require TLS COMPETITIVE WAGES! Send resume & “N” print abstract Fax: 1-888-778-3563 or E-mail: jobs@bstmanagement.net or Call: 604-214-3161 CLASS 1 DRIVERS WANTED! Sign bonus $2000 for Owner/op ph: 604-598-3498/fax: 604-598-3497

CLASS 1 DRIVER

To Surrey - Seattle pin to pin. Mon. - Fri. 8:00p.m. departure. Must hold valid Fast Pass and have 2 years experience. Please e-mail resume: ovrss@nethop.net or Fax or Call: 1.250.295.6449 CLASS 1 DRIVER with super B end dump exp req’d by L.A. Transport Ltd. Wheel loader exp would be of value. Competitive benefit pkg. Fax resume to: 604-854-6176 Exp’d TRUCK DRIVER wanted for BC runs. Exc wages, benefits & equipment + weekends home. Fax or email resume & drivers abstract 604-513-8004 or tridem@telus.net TransX hiring O/OPS BC-AB Excellent Rates + Lease Program PH: 1 877-914-0001

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EDUCATION

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING Get Practical Skills That Get Jobs Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment TRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

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An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051 ASPHALT PAVING Personnel Required: Paving contractor in the beautiful BC Interior requires paving personnel for all aspects of Asphalt Laydown. Applicants should have minimum 1 years’ experience in Highway, Commercial and Residential Paving, although candidates with construction experience will be considered for training. Please forward resume to paverswanted@yahoo.ca.

Carpenter-Joiner

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER req’d, Chilliwack area. $15-$20 per hr. depending on skill level. Must be able to handle heights, siding, framing and concrete a plus. Own trans, tool belt and steel toed boots req’d. Please send resume to email: bradhoogendoorn356@hotmail.com SERVICE MANAGER - Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta). Opportunity in a perfect family environment. Strong team, competitive wages, benefits, growth potential. Fax resume: 403-854-2845. Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

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HELP WANTED

Cheam Village, a care facility located siz, just 15 mins. Chilliwack has the position available:

complex in Agaseast of following

Casual Recreation Therapist: The successful candidate will be energetic, outgoing and able to work with a flexible schedule. Must to able to work weekends and have related experience in activities and/or training preferred. Please fax your resume to 604.796.1863 or email jklody@valleycare.info

Abbotsford dairy farm req F/T milker/herds person. (Accommodation avail.) Contact 1-604-852-2455.

needed for Westeck Windows Mfg. Inc. $ 22.00 -25.00 hourly - 40 hrs. per week. Send resumes to 8104 Evans Parkway Chilliwack, British Columbia V2R 5R8, apply by email at westeckjobs@hotmail.com or by fax at (604) 792-6714.

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Delivery Driver/ Service Rep Local Laundry accepting applications for delivery driver/service representative. Sales experience an asset but not essential. Position can be physically challenging. Applicants must be physically fit and service oriented. Please submit resume to box 040 The Chilliwack Progress, 45860 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack, BC, V2R 5L1 DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca EZE Rent It Centre is looking for a part time bookkeeper. The successful applicant should have extensive experience in all aspects of accounting up to year end trial balance, and be able to work efficiently and independently. Resumes can be faxed to 604-792-9323.

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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HELP WANTED

Experienced Service Advisor required in our Service department in Salmon Arm. Must possess strong customer satisfaction skills as well as above average paper work skills. The ability to work in a fast paced environment is essential. Excellent wage/benefit package available to the right individual. Please fax resume 1250-832-4545 or email to pat@brabymotors.com QUICKSHOT LOGISTICS LTD. Hot Tub & Gazebo Installers/Service Company. *NOW HIRING* Do you have great customer relation skills and want to help build a fast growing company? Do you have a clean cut appearance, are a nonsmoker, and are able-bodied (heavy lifting required)? We are looking for you (hot tub experience preferred), and are willing to train. This position is based out of Chilliwack. Please fax resume to: 604-393-0671 or orders@quickshotlogistics.com

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F/T LINE COOK & P/T DISHWASHER Required for busy pub in Sardis. Must be available nights and weekends. Apply with resume to:

Jolly Miller Liquor Store, Vedder Rd. Sardis CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

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INSURANCE

INSURANCE Looking for a personable and energetic P/T - F/T member for our team. Must have minimum Level 1 and ICBC experience. Please call Todd 604-864-7699

UP TO $20/HR

CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

We need 12 CSR reps now!

PAID training. F/T Hours Benefits after 6 months Must be outgoing!!!

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset 1st & 2nd Pressmen. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com.

EXPERIENCED Emergency Medical Technician/Level III First Responder willing to also work as Camp Attendant/Cook’s Help/Laborer, June-August, 25-man trailer camp, pay DOE. Serious inquiries only. linda@ethosgeo.com

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ERICA @ 604-777-2195

HELP WANTED

MEAT CUTTER SUPER MARKET POSITION UPPER FRASER VALLEY Accepting applications for a qualiﬁed meat cutter. Full-time or part-time position available. Senior or retired meat cutter applications welcomed. Please call Heinz, Pauline or Brenda at

PH: 604.869.5318

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS LOGISTICS & INVENTORY ADMINISTRATOR ~ ABBOTSFORD This full time position offers exciting and challenging career opportunities with an established, highly successful manufacturing company. This position requires coordinating the movement of multiple rail cars and trucks on a daily basis to ensure supplies for our manufacturing facilities. The candidate should possess the following attributes / skills: S Proficiency with MS Office including the ability to create reports using Excel, Word and Power Point S Attention to detail S Innovative, assertive, decision maker S Ability to multi-task & prioritize duties and responsibilities S Excellent interpersonal and communication skills S Experience in an administrative environment S Post Secondary education is an asset S Available for interventions and calls outside of normal business hours. We offer a competitive wage & benefit package. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume, including references to:

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PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

HOLIDAY Retirement is seeking pairs of motivated managers for our Independent Senior Living communities. You’ll have the chance to work alongside your partner, receive a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The ideal duo is team-oriented, with sales experience. Please apply on-line at www.holidaytouch.com or send resumes for both to myfuture@holidaytouch.com.

logisticsa4@gmail.com

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Production Worker Meadow Valley Meats (formerly Fraser Valley Meats Wholesale) has an immediate opening for a production worker. Job will include packing and processing meat orders, and will include some heavy lifting. Hours from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please send resumes in confidence by email to hr@meadowvalleymeats.com. No phone calls please.

3-12H FVM1

RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE Looking to fulfill your creative needs?

Classic on Alexander is currently adding to their creative team by hiring a flexible part time retail associate. Applicant must have experience in retail sales and be comfortable in all aspects of social media. A love of paper crafting, scrapbooking and/or card making is a must. Bring in samples of your original work to:

CLASSIC

45933 Alexander Ave., Chilliwack

ON ALEXANDER Scrapbooking & so much more (All work will be returned.)

Warehouse/Logistics

www.morescrapbooking.com

Meadow Valley Meats (formerly Fraser Valley Meats Wholesale) is accepting applications for a Warehouse/ Logistics team member. We are a well-established, growing processing and distribution company. We are looking for the best – hardworking, dependable, ambitious people – to join our strong existing team. The warehouse/logistic team member, reporting directly to the Plant Manager, will be responsible for shipping and receiving, as well as maintaining accurate & organized inventories. The successful applicant will be a motivated, organized self-starter who is familiar with computerized accounting and inventory systems and able to lift up to approx. 100 lbs. Hours from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. Opportunity for advancement.

02/12T_CA21

SOME SHOES

NEED FILLING KIDS & ADULTS

Please send resumes in confidence by email to hr@meadowvalleymeats.com. No phone calls please.

WE WANT YOU! to deliver

3-12H FVM1

THE CHILLIWACK PROGRESS Route

Boundaries

# of Papers

CHILLIWACK 902-18 Anderson, Elliott, Gilbert, Gladys, Grant, Seaholm

SARDIS 920-14 Dorell, Elwood, Maitland, Paige, Rochester, Spruce

AGASSIZ 970-06 Beechwood, Caroline, Hawthorne, Kalyna, Mulberry, Oakwood

604-702-5558 3-12H_CN1

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

IN-HOME SALES PROFESSIONALS

AUTOMOTIVE SALES CAREER Interested in starting a career in automotive sales, but not sure if you can do it?

The time couldn’t be any better for you to try! At the Honda Way in Abby, we’re looking for hard working and motivated people to join our evolving and growing sales team. Our training program is second to none and our last addition is thriving and on their way for a successful career. The training we provide will give you the necessary foundation to succeed in this fast paced position. We are investing in our people. Let us invest in you. Don’t miss out! No experience necessary. Please contact Brian Choo E-mail: brian@hondaway.com Fax: 604.857.9146

This Is A Real Opportunity to make over $100,000/year

North Delta based international basement waterproofing and crawlspace repair company Basement Systems Vancouver Inc. is GROWING! You will run self-generated and COMPANY PROVIDED high quality leads and close sales. Must have home sales exp. OR come from the residential real estate, window / siding / roofing industries, home inspection, or home improvement industries. Must be able to access confined spaces to do your inspections for quotes. 100% commission based income, offering the highest commissions in the industry. We provide the BEST training, systems, products, and services in the business. We are the biggest and best. A valid Passport is required for travel to training facilities. Reply with Resume as a word or PDF document to

careers@bsv.ca NO CALLS, please!!!

SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby. Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS! bcclassified.com 1-866-575-5777

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WORK local! You could commute hours per day to work in the city or, you could work locally at IMW. Make $30-35 per hour plus shift premium as a CNC MACHINIST and $20-25 per hour plus premiums as a OPERATOR, spend more time with your family and earn while you would be driving. Send your resume and cover letter to hr@imw.ca. Only expereinced applicants need apply.

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CNC MACHINIST Trades qualified manual machining background an asset. Afternoon shifts available.

MANUAL MACHINIST Trades qualified with good skills. Boring mill experience an asset.

GRINDER Capable of precision grinding. Experience on internal, external and universal grinders.

HARD CHROMED PLATER Prefer experience in the hard chrome plating industry.

TOOL ROOM ATTENDANT Knowledge of tools relating to a machine shop. Inventory management, purchasing & computer skills. Knowledge of SAP software is an asset. Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts Package including RRSP Plan. Wartsila Canada supports the Federal Contractors Program as it relates to Employment Equity for Women, Aboriginals, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities. Send/email resume to: Bob.boudreau@wartsila.com 1771 Savage Rd, Richmond, B.C V6V 1R1 Fax: 604-244-1181 www.wartsila.com

Required Immediately! Journeyman RV Technician for Kamloops largest RV Dealership. Jubilee RV Centre offers excellent wage compensation, medical & dental benefits, ongoing industry training and year round employment. Come join our team in sunny and warm Kamloops, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities! Please forward your resume to service@jubileerv.com Attention Steve Joyce - Service Manager

PERSONAL SERVICES

TRAVEL/TOURISM 170

FRED’S

Hot Deals

URSULA’S SEWING, alterations and tailoring. (604)824-4031

onboard Royal Caribbean’s beautiful and refurbished “Radiance of the Seas” May 4, 2012. Escorted by Fred and Cora Dehaas. From $879 CAD per person. Includes all taxes and fees.

#1 in the Fraser Valley

SPRING RELAX SPA

604-859-9686 2451 Clearbrook Rd. Abbotsford (Hiring)

12 NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN GREEK ISLES CRUISE, $

3-12H CC1

roundtrip from Rome, Italy, May 27, 2012. 2769 CAD per person. Price includes roundtrip air from Vancouver, transfers in Rome and all taxes and fees. No hidden charges.

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story.Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca. www.mertontv.ca. HERBAL MAGIC - With Herbal Magic lose up to 20 pounds in just 8 weeks and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Start today call 1-800-854-5176.

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MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660. WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED

ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in March, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.

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HOME CARE

Home care services for seniors available. Call Vanessa for help. (604)799-8400

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LANDSCAPING

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(604)792-8055

Available for Delivery Call for pricing 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

PETS 320

MOVING & STORAGE

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Mini Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting at $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. .PAUL’S MOVING 5 Ton truck, will beat any other mover’s price! BC/Alta/Ont. Packing. Family O/O 1-888-507-2857 604-792-5901 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 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

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

PETS

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

GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827. 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

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

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BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked with first shots and ready for new homes. $1,200. 778241-5504. Langley

CHIHUAHUA / MALTESE PUPS. $425-450. Vet checked, 1st shots. 2F, 2M. Abbotsford 604-866-8727.

A Master Painters, SPECIAL - 3 rooms, $289 - walls only. Free estimates. Call (604)702-1872

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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UNDER $100

Burning barrel $30, water barrels (food grade) 15x4.5gal, $15&$30 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------New toilet c/w tank $20, dble stnless sink $40, logging block $35, 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Vice /anvil combo on stand, also bench grinder $100 total 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Temp. glass 34”x76” @ $30ea, for greenhouses, deck, pool etc 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Used roofing tin example 12’x20’ for $100 also lengths 16’ plus 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------4”x4”x6’-7’ treated or 8’-10’ or treated pointed posts $3 or less 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Free standing gas f/p w/asbestos logs, $100, glass & brass 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Herford cow hide with hair, velvet moose horns $50 choice, 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Used tires and wheels for utility & boat trailer $100 & up 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------6’ chainlink fencing with rails, posts, $5 lineal. ft. gates avail. 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Deluxe windup garden hose cart $100, good 150’ hose incl. 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Rabbit or pet cages $10 - $30, dog taxis s.m.L $10 - $40, 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Gorgeous 42” hight water fountain w/pump, angel, child & dog 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Cast iron bathtub for garden centre piece $100 feet avail. 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Outboard motor tanks $20 & $30, alum. step ladder $50, 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Real iron wrought iron railings 6’ - 10’ sections $6 lin. ft. u-paint 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Large pond pump $60, sump pump $40 both in great shape 793-7714

PITBULLS ~ PUREBRED. Ready for sale. $500. Vet ✔, 6 weeks old. Call 604-217-2983

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TIBETAN MASTIFF puppies. P.B. 8 wks old. Ready to go. Good health. 604-302-5914 or 604-440-3650

OAK WALL unit/bookcase, 6’h x5’w, Oak hutch, 6.5’h x4’w, $200 ea. Call (604)847-0780

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Table with 6 chairs, maple, china cabinet, 2 leaves, $135, Call (604)824-0332

UNDER $200

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069

Bookkeeping Services. A/P, A/R, payroll, gov’t remittance, financial statments. My home or yours. Call (604)703-0414 or 308-5883

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2011 Personal Income Tax Preparations • • •

Reasonable rates Seniors discount We pick up and deliver in the Chilliwack area (604)792-0177 montysincometax@hotmail.com

Paisley Tax Service (since 1988)

Mobile Tax Service for shut-ins

Small ad = Small fee! and no hst. Contact John Zillwood Chilliwack - 604-792-7635

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Date: March 3 , 2012 Time: 12:00 Noon Auction PAINTING of vacant interiors, apts, duplexes etc. Can include repairs. Call Brian, (604)793-9185

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PLUMBING

LES THE FRIENDLY PLUMBER. Specializing in bathroom renovatons, including ceramic wall and floor tile. In with the new, out with the old. Call 604-858-8842.

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

CLEANING SERVICES

A-1 home and condo cleaning. Reliable, thorough, trustworthy and courteous. Satisfaction guaranteed. Karen, (604)791-1941 Lena Rose Cleaning, weekly/bi weekly, 20 yr experience, excellent references. Lena, 604-702-9579

COMPUTER SERVICES

ANY LAPTOP / PC REPAIR, $25 Plus parts if required. Call (604)391-1138

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DRYWALL

Boarding, taping, spraying, drywall repairs. No job too small. Call Les, (604)703-4549/866-4594

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ELECTRICAL

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

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

the TOP TEN reasons to choose 1. Wow! It works! 2. One word: Value. Flexibility. Economy. Performance. Price. 3. Putting posters on all those utility poles just takes too much time. 4. Did we mention it works? 5. You're not afraid to admit you like making money. 6. Come on, we dare you just to try to get better results anywhere else 7. It's faster than a speeding bullet. (Haven't we heard that before?) 8. Three words: Results. Results. Results 9. It sells stuff. Even weird stuff. 10. You're just plain smart. Period.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378 362

HOME $ENSE - Reno’s / Repairs Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks etc. Call for an estimate. 604799-3743. Homesense@shaw.ca

PARTIAL LIST ONLY Auction Details: As NEW Mac Tool Macsimizer Tool Series Chest (25k AS NEW) HUGE Snap-On Tools Tool Chest, John DEERE Skid Steer bobcat #317, Natural Gas Gensets, 3 large semi truck engines, Pipe Bender w/shoes 1.5”-2.5” , Honda Diesel Genset EX13D, Heavy Duty Truck Parts, 2 4500 w diesel gensets, 6 as new tool boxes full of tools, Gasket and Hollow Punch, Flaring Tools, Oil Filter Wrench Sets, Torpedo Heaters, Workshop Presses, Miller Welder, Ingersoll Rand Impact Guns, 2004 F-350 Crew Cab, rebuilt engine, with new chip, Hyster 50 Forklift, Hyster 2500, 4000 Clark Electric forklift, Toyota 2500lb Electric, Mac Tool Air Conditioner recharging unit, Landa 3500 psi pressure washer, pallet jacks, HYSTER 3000 Forklift, Pipe bender w/shoes 1.5?-2.5?, As New 2 5hp 3ph full size compressors, 3 large air dryers- 1 gates pc707 hose machine with dies 1ph - 2 , 1=2 miller 300 acdc 1ph wire feed machine with gantry feeder. - 1 miller 625 plasma assorted jacks - grinders floor jacks, hero airless paint sprayers with new lines and guns.- Snap on Mac torque wrenchs. - 1 10hp honda pressure washer. - asst Snap-On Mac wrenches sets. - 1 blue star miller 13 hp mobile welder. - 1 ph 100 amp high frequency welder. 1- professional grade pipe. - misc torches - safety equipment.). 1 peca 9 camera surveillance system with cameras. - 2 h beam trolleys. - misc parts bins. - various hand port-apowers, jack stands, jacks ETC.

SO MUCH MUCH too mention!!! (Subject to additions & deletions. Terms: VISA, M/C, AMEX, CASH 15% buyers premium)

SYSTEMS

604-294-2331 www.directliquidation.ca

CUSTOM HOMES

Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

Viewing Dates: March 2nd 1:00p.m.-6:00p.m. March 3rd 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Address: 14730 66th Ave. Surrey, BC (AROUND BACK)

SECURITY/

ALARM

High Caliber Construction Repair, Replace, Remodel... • Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More

AUCTIONS

On Site Truck Equipment & Tool Auction rd

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In order to fulﬁll the requirements of this position, candidates must be self motivated and have excellent organizational, mechanical, welding, fabricating and time management skills. You will have a minimum of 5 years experience working in a production or manufacturing environment as Maintenance Mechanic installing, trouble-shooting and repairing such equipment as: conveyors, pumps and compressors, fans and blowers, hydraulic, pneumatic and power transmission systems. Excellent trouble shooting skills and the ability to effectively set up and service high speed packaging equipment and material handling equipment are a must. If your skills and qualiﬁcations match the requirements of this role, please submit your resume to: hr@premiertech.com

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(by the new roundabout)

This dual functioning role will be responsible for the overall general and preventative maintenance of the plant and equipment. In the absence of the Plant Manager, this position will be required to oversee the supervision of the production team. Duties and Responsibilities: • Establish Maintenance Planning • Establish and ensure compliance with work schedules – preventative and corrective maintenance • Update the speciﬁcations, technical sheets, blueprints and other documents to support equipment maintenance according to the speciﬁed changes • Manage the premises and production equipment • Evaluate and analyze opportunity to improve equipment reliability and performance • Ensure the maintenance of production equipment and see to the repairs required • Fabricate/develop, if necessary, machinery and equipment and participate in the acquisition of new equipment/parts • Solve problems related to production and suggest improvements to increase productivity, safety and ensure quality products

Manufacturer and installer of vacuums & accessories. Repairs to all makes and models.

SAWDUST

RESIDENTIAL CLEANING. Wkly, bi-wkly, monthly. Exc. ref’s. Call 604-795-5925 Cell 604-316-2894

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

VACUUMS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Old metal farm wheels, $30 & up, cr cans $50, new toilet $20, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Attr. old Canadiana garden bench, 4’ fountain, $50 choice, 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------

Hemlock, Fir & Cedar

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LAWN Sharks offers a variety of lawn maintenance options Please contact Ron 604 798-3565

LEGAL SERVICES

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

WG Drywall - new construction, renos, repairs, steel stud framing, TBar ceiling & texture. 20 yrs exp. Walter, (604)795-9074/604-997-9074

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

All aspects of Personal Tax

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Auto Financing FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-7920599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery. DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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7 NIGHT ALASKA CRUISE, roundtrip from Vancouver

160

ALTERATIONS/ DRESSMAKING

PERSONAL SERVICES

518 • • • •

Free Alarm w/monitoring Mobile Rapid Response Service to all Makes Plus, Medical & Fire

(604)792-8055

BUILDING SUPPLIES

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on selloff models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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

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FERTILIZERS

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $100 fresh or well rotted. 10 yards - $120. Free delivery in Chilliwack. 604-856-8877

548

FURNITURE

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

551

GARAGE SALES

Chilliwack

9754 Heather St

(between Riverside & Portage)

Mar 3; 8:30 - 12:30

household items, antique singer, clocks, collectible golf clubs, electronics, pinwheel crystal, sports card boxes, pictures. No early birds CHILLIWACK,

MOVING SALE Sat Mar 3 ~ 9am-2pm Sun Mar 4 ~ 11am-2pm 5189 CRIMSON RIDGE

ESTATE SALE Sun 4th, 9am-2pm, 9625 Carleton. Furniture, kitchenware, TVs and more. Lots of bargains! Also partially restored 1957 MGA car - open to offers.

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

Orion II tilt wheelchair, rounded back/head support, used 2 mos, pd $3300 sell $2300. (604)795-5748

Shoprider Scooter, new, with accessories, $1700. New walker, $100. (604)793-0799

560

MISC. FOR SALE

BAR, 6’ high, will hold 100 bottles, many glasses, paid $10,000 sell $3000. (604)799-7717

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

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 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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MISC. WANTED

Collecting Old Coins: Can + USA $1, 50c, 25c, 10c, Olympic, Gold Call Travis 604-796-0320

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Chilliwack BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS Local Businesses Ready to serve! 604-702-5552

Almost Everything

Plus

Handyman Services

• Home Repairs • Yard & House Cleanup • Painting/Carpentry • Pressure Washing • Junk Removal • Decking & • Gutters LICENSED • IN BUSINESS OVER 10 YEARS Contact Rick or Betty Today

604-792-3018

Tell people about your business in this valuable space Phone Classifieds

FOR T N E R

Quality & Experience

K-One Painting Commercial - Residential Interior & Exterior WCB Coverage For Free Estimate Call

604.997.1674

konepainting@yahoo.com

LAWN CUTS $20 & • Hedge Trimming • Pruning • Fertilizer Programs • Moss Control RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

CALL STEVE, 604.845.LAWN (5296)

• Power Scrubbing • Power Washing

BIG & SMALL, WE DO IT ALL!

Tell people about your business in this valuable space Phone Classifieds

www.scholsconcrete.ca

604-702-5552

Concrete Needs

Daniel Mueller

604-316-4324

• Stamped • Breaking & Removal • Concrete Cutting AND MORE... CALL TODAY! 604.792.7733 604.793.7480

General repair and maintenance to alternate fuels, major repairs and rebuilding.

• All Home Improvements & Additions • Fences, Decks, Bathrooms & Basements • New Construction • Shop & Barns

Ron, 604.823.6191 or 604.819.0150

604-793-9310

FULLY INSURED. OWNER/OPERATOR

GOVERNMENT INSPECTION FACILITY

604-858-4513 604-997-2007

Sewer & Water Hookups, Drainage Repair, Hydro Seeding, Mountainside Landscaping, Rock/Retaining Walls

FOR RENT

44344 Yale Rd., Chilliwack

Mr. Fix it

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FOR T N E R

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WE DO IT ALL!

Cree-Ative Home Improvements

SOLID SURFACE & LAMINATE COUNTER TOPS CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE!

Hank Van Dyk

604-795-3163 A1-44915 Yale Rd., Chilliwack

LICENSED - BONDED INSURED - WCB

24 Hour Service

• Licensed Electrical & Plumbing Repairs • Drywall Repairs • Interior Painting • Cabinet Repairs • Cabinet Replacement • Countertops • General Construction • Flood Repairs • Moldings • Door/Window • Exterior Painting • Decks • Gutter Cleaning • Power Washing

Plumbing HK & Heating ☛ Furnace Service & Repair ☛ New Furnace Installations ☛ Air Conditioning Install & Repair ☛ Heat Pumps & Boilers ☛ Hot water tanks & fireplaces ☛ Duct Cleaning ☛ All plumbing services

24-HOUR SERVICE

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FOR T N E R

LANDSCAPE AWAY BOOK EARLY FOR SPRING PRUNING, TRIMMING & LAWNCUTTING SPECIALS!

• Complete Lawn Care • Turf Installations • Pruning & Gardening • Landscape Design & Upgrade • Retaining Walls

FREE ESTIMATES!

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

REAL ESTATE 636

MORTGAGES

RENTALS 706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

ONE OWNER END unit, like new. Seconds from hwy, dbl garage, oak kitchen, crown mouldings. Part of 6 units, backs onto green space. Close to new shopping centre. $308,000. (604)504-0630

Bradshaw Strata Mgmt. Ltd

626

Clean & quiet 1 & 2 bedroom, 3 appl., no pets

APARTMENTS FOR RENT:

HOUSES FOR SALE

Hazelwood Manor 9282 Hazel St. On bus route.

Applewood Court 45744 Spadina Ave. Ideal for seniors.

Chilliwack Gardens 45749 Spadina Ave. Ideal for seniors

Mcintosh Manor

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

45598 McIntosh Dr. Bright and spacious.

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

ARCADIA ARMS Deluxe 2 bdrm unit • • • • • •

Convenient location Gas ﬁreplace 4 appliances Hot water & gas incl., $600 & $625/mo. Avail., now. 604-799-0259 46160 Princess Ave Stratatech Property Management stratatechconsulting.ca

Broadway Maples Apts 9473 Broadway St. 604-819-6229 $650 55+ condo Nowell 2bdrm elev lndry ugpk bal stor new app NSNP avail now Barry 792-5770 $725 - 2 BR/1BTH 2nd flr w/ blcny, incl w/d, ht/hw, sst appliance, No pets Ask for unit #9 McIntosh Dr 604-793-5055

1 bedrooms suites, upmarket quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hook-ups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p. Suits available now.

LANAI Apartments 9462 Cook St. 627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 778.707.9647 TRY A bcclassified.com CLASSIFIED AD.

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS *****WHOLESALE Factory Direct***** Modular Homes, Manufactured Homes, and Park Model Homes. New Homes Starting @ $37,209, 16 wides $49,183, double wides $70,829. www.hbmodular.com or 877-976-3737 The Home Boys

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

(certiﬁed crime-free multi-housing complex)

Cheam View Apts Clean, quiet building • • • •

Insuite storage Laundry on every floor Heat & hot water incl Secure underground prkg

1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $575/m Ref’s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message

Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!

Chilliwack: 1 bedroom, $580/m; Avail. Mar 1. incl. heat & hot water. Call (604)703-9076

1 bedrooms, - $650/m. CHILLIWACK, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms, family building in good area. Close to shopping, transportation and schools. Parking, laundry hook/up included. available now or Aug 1. Rob 604-316-5404. No Sun. calls or after 7pm. CHILLIWACK. 1 bdrm. near hospital, Mary St. N/S. N/P. Avail. mar 1 $550 + hydro & sec dep. Ref’s req. 604-792-5642 or 604-819-8987

Chilliwack, 2 yr old 1 bdrm at “The Newmark”, mtn view. 6 SS appli., , in-suite laundry, new laminate flrs, lg bright windows, downtown, close to amenities/bus, u/g parking. Brian Browne, Homelife Property Management, 604-858-RENT (7368) CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $525 + util., Fridge & stove. Avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077 Chilliwack, 46053 Chilliwack Central Rd. 2bdrm, 25+, 2 bath, sec. prking, 3 appl., patio, n/p avail now $800/m. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

Chilliwack, 2bd, country setting, 4 appl. incl w/d, crim check, $800+hydro. 604-793-9000/604-799-2818 CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm, 1000sf; 1 bdrm, 750sf, clean, quiet, 5 app., near bus, shop & hospital, 55+, first month 1/2 off, n/p, 604-795-9949 CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm, 850sf, W/D, mature & family-oriented, $750/m. Avail now. 604-792-0749 Chilliwack 2 bd @ The Parkside top flr, adult/senior, 3appl, w/d h/up $775, across city hall 604-701-8910

Enjoy the Excitement of Village Living

706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

Clean & Spacious

45645 Lark Rd.

(off Vedder Rd, South.) 1&2 bdrm, $660 & $750/m 3 appl., avail. now. • •

Close to amenities, Free laundry & heat & hot water, bus route No pets or BBQ’s, Adult/family & seniors oriented On-site manager

• • •

(604)858-9832

706

Multi-housing crime-free building.

Heather Ridge 45530 McIntosh Dr Ph: Pearl, 604-793-7099 (in house manager)

Camelot Apartments

Royal Oak

9197 Mary St. • • • • • • •

Ph: Kelly Young 45562 McIntosh Dr. 604-793-9993

1 Bdrm 2 Brms Avail. Heat & water included Adult oriented Gated underground pkng. Close to amenities Indoor pool No pets

(in house manager)

Call Jerry or Fern 604-795-3159 CHILLIWACK

DRIFTWOOD APTS. 9474 Cook St

Luxury Suites

1/2 Month Free Rent!

• • •

1 & 2 Bdrms & den

•

Adult oriented, 5 appl’s Secure underground pkng Across from hospital, close to all amenities. CRIME-FREE CERTIFIED

8977/9003 Edward St Diana, 604-792-4191

1/2 Month Free Rent!!

Chilliwack

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CHILLIWACK - 1st Ave/Windsor. 2 Bdrm duplex, newly renovated. w/d, huge yard, carport, storage rm, ns/np, $850/mo. Avail. March 1st. 604-928-2663 (Pt Coq).

45810 First Ave., West

McIntosh Village

Up 1040sf. Includes hot water & heat, elevator, walking distance to hospital, near college & bus route, in-suite laundry hook-ups for W/D & coin laundry, full-sz stove and fridge. No pets, seniors welcome! References req’d.

715

604-792-1503 for details

Newly updated lg 1 bdrm, 2 bdrm, 2 bath condos in secure and well maintained building. Secure parking, elevator with wheel chair access. Walk across the street for shopping, next to library, park. Includes 3 appliances, window coverings, insuite storage, laundry on every floor. Onsite manager. Available now. 604-792-1506 for details

No Sunday calls.

Apartments 7451 Shaw Ave. 1 bdrm, $670/m 2 appl., n/p, n/s, elec bbq, storage available, bus route, walk to amenities, crime-free building. On-site manager. We cater to seniors. Avail now.

CALL 604-858-2513 CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 1-604-575-5777

1 bdrm......$550 2 bdrm......$650 3 bdrm......$725

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS East Chilliwack. RV pad rental, all hook-ups, rural setting. $350/m. Call (604)819-7231

736

Shaw Ave

45669 McIntosh Dr.

E Chilliwack. 3 bdrm, good neighbourhood, some renovations, $975/m. Avail mar 1. 604-302-7090

ROSEDALE, clean 2 bdrm mobile, W/D, F/S, cat ok, no dogs. Avail Apr 1, 2 people only. $725. Call (604)795-3398

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 1-604-575-5777

New carpet, lino and paint. Includes fridge, stove, Insuite w/d. Close to amen. Contact 604-799-0259 Stratatech Consulting Ltd. Full service property mngt www.stratatechconsulting.ca

HOMES FOR RENT

ROSEDALE, share home. private bath. Suit working person. ref. n/s, non-drinkers. $450/m incl. util., Avail now. Call 604-794-3930

749

STORAGE

EAST CHILLIWACK Storage/Work Shop. hydro incl, secure. Call 604819-7231. Mon-Sat.

Mini Storage Ltd 45648 Storey Ave (behind 7/11 in Sardis)

50% off

(on selected units.)

1st calendar month. www.accessministorage.ca

SUITES, LOWER

Chilliwack, 1 bdrm/flex room walkout bsmt ste, W/D, D/W, a/c. Refs req’d, n/s, no partiers, $750/m. Avail Apr 1. (604)794-0136

Chilliwack 1 bdrm grnd flr. utilities extra, shared laundry, cover patio. Avail. now., $550/m (604)793 6192

Chilliwack, as new cute small studio, util incl. Smoking outside, no drugs. $525/m, sm pet negotiable. Call 604-316-7775 lv mess

ROSEDALE AREA. 2 BDRM, basement suite. 5 appl., all utilities included. No pets, no smoking. Refs req’d. Avail now. Great price! 604793-6452

VEDDER - Ground entry one bedroom lower suite. F, S, W, D, and F/P. Shared garage and parking. Available mar 1. $700/mo., DD $350 required, includes hydro and gas. Refs required and may ask for a credit check. Call 604-997-9500

Agassiz- Stylish & Freshly updated 3+ BDRM, central location, 5 appl, fenced yard. N/P, N/S. Avail. April 1, $1350 + DD Call (604)796-3769

604-864-6400

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SUITES, UPPER

Chilliwack. Cora Ave. Great 3 Bdrm. Quiet neighbourhood, backing park, fncd bckyrd, deck, locked shed for storage. New bath/shower unit, gas f/p, cherry laminate throughout. Shared w/d. Prkg for 2 vehicles. Ref’s req’d. n/s, n/p, Avail. Mar 15. $900/mo + util & dd, incl. water & garb. 604-798-6766

Chilliwack. The Vibe, 1 bdrm + den $875 & $800/m avail immed., 1 week early move in no charge. Call Collin, Stratatech Property Management (604)703-6209

736

• No pets, no smoking, no BBQ’s • Restaurants & coffee shop • 6 Appliances

Chilliwack. Working person to share 4 bd furn heritage home, fenced yard, close to amen./bus, avail now, Must see. $500/m. (604)2941678

34583 2nd Ave. House 1950’s, 900 Sq. ft, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 2 story home. Near shopping, park and entertainment. Pets allowed. Huntington area. Avail. Immed. $950/mo. Call 604-309-3423.

(1)-604-728-7860

• Bright, modern design • Close to Vedder River, walking and biking trails • Steps away from Cooper’s Market & shopping

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

2BDRM + den on 1/4 acre lot, fenced yard, Agassiz, 5appl., no cats, pet neg., $1300/mo. util. not incl., avail immed., ref’s a must, (604)226-4797

Toll Free: 1-877-864-6424 www.strataschoice.com

CHILLIWACK. Spacious 1 bdrm, huge balcony, FREE heat, h/w & parking, elevator. Great Mary St. location. $625/mo. 604-702-0722

• On-site manager • Camera surveillance • Adult oriented • Secure underground parking • In-suite laundry with washer/dryer

Promontory, 3 yr old, awesome view of valley, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, fenced, level driveway. $1350/m. avail Mar 15. Harv, 604-793-5708

Creekside – Spacious 2 Bed/2 Bath Top Floor, Corner Apartment with view. 3 appliances, insuite washer/dryer, gas f/p, 1 parking space. $875.00 per month + Utilities Available March 1st.

CHILLIWACK

• Corner of Garrison Blvd. and Keith Wilson Rd. EXECUTIVE STYLE SUITES • 2 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS + DEN

HOMES FOR RENT

Available Rentals

Available now.

Newer 2 bdrm, 2 bath approx. 900s.f. nr. hospital & university. Top floor, great views, patio, lrg. kitchen w/ dark wood cabinets, 6 new S.S. appli’s, hardwood flrs. walk-in closet, insuite laundry, gated prkg, 9’ ceilings, sec. sys., N/S, N/P avail. immed. $875/mo.

Garrison Village Rentals

736

Chilliwack - Newer beautiful 3 bd. 3 levels, 3 bath, 2000 sq ft, sec. syst, panrty, 6 s/s appl., a/c, f/p, 2 patios, small yrd, garage. Cat ok, No dogs. $1195/mo. Avail immed., Wayne, Stratatech Consulting Ltd. 604 799 0259

750

2 bedroom fridge, stove, window coverings, hot water heat incl., Adult oriented. wheelchair access, elevator, laundry on every floor.

CHILLIWACK

RENTALS

1 & 2 bdrm apartments

Starting at $650.00/mo.

Chilliwack. Huge 2 Bd condo in-ste laund, D/W, great loc. strge rm. $750/m. One month FREE. Call for details. (604)393-3519

APARTMENT/CONDO

Spacious & Bright Suites

CHILLIWACK

LAKESIDE COURT

Heat/hot water * On-site Mgr. Adult Oriented * Elevator Large Storage Area * No pets Wheelchair access * Onsite laundry * Digital cable * Security cameras * Parking

Call Verna, 604-703-1089

APARTMENT/CONDO

Chilliwack: 2 bedroom, $680/m; Avail. Mar 1. incl. laundry hook-up. Call (604)703-9076

604-792-1872/604-316-5363

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

706

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

CHILLIWACK, 2 BD rancher, 4 appl., grt area, clse to all levels schools, walk to town. Mar 1st. $900/mo. Wayne, Stratatech Consulting (604)799 0259

Chilliwack, spacious 2 bd suites, top flr, 9038 Garden Dr. clean, avail now, n/p, ref’s req’d. $970. incl. util. (604)942-9691/604-818-6937.

CHILLIWACK, 45744 Princess Ave, 3 bdrm + bsmt home, 4 appl., close to amen, fenced, small pet ok, avail now. Call (604)824-0264

Promontory lrg 1 bd, top flr, 5 appl., 3 patios, priv ent., gas f/p, shared bk yrd, jacuzzi tub, hrdwd flrs $850, Avail apr 1st. (604)518-3417

Promontory, 5 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, dbl gar, fenced, hrdwd flr, view, avail apr 1, $1600 (604)518-3417

736

HOMES FOR RENT

Chilliwack Rentals HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES

MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com 604.858.RENT (7368)

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TRANSPORTATION

TOWNHOUSES

809

Chilliwack. 3 bd, 2 level. 5 appl., cls to hospital, covered carport, cat ok. $950/m. Avail now. (604)824-0264

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

TRANSPORTATION 818

CARS - DOMESTIC

2006 BUICK Allure CX. 94K kms. No accd’s, local, garage kept. Exc. cond. $9,300. Abbts 604-855-1335

TRANSPORTATION

2007 CHEVROLET Aveo. 1.6 4 cyl. Auto, 100,000kms. Runs well. Good int/ext. $6,200. obo. 604-858-4430

809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

810

AUTO FINANCING

838

2005 PONTIAC G5, 4 dr. 4 cyl., auto, 87,000km. $5300 obo (604)746-2458

BUY, RENT OR SELL USE CLASSIFIED 1-604-575-5777

Organize your tools, welder, gas tanks, etc. white fibreglass boxes, electric locks, lights. Not on truck. 604-833-2577 or 604-916-3994

TRANSPORTATION RECREATIONAL/SALE

2009 Montana 3400RL

NEED A VEHICLE? EASY FINANCE!! Low Payments! $99 Delivers 24 Hour Approval. We Deliver! 3,000 Vehicles to choose. Call Now! Marty 1-888-414-8042. Big Discounts! www.eagleridgegmc.com.

Microwave, washer/dryer combo, 3 burner stove, 2 recliners, and free standing dinette. $54,983 (Stk.32434) www.fraserwayrv.com

New & Used Vehicles

845

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00 pm 7 days a week www.pickapart.ca

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1994 OLDSMOBILE 88, 4 door, 167,290 kms. P/w, p/l, p/s, p/b, a/c, Aircared, good solid car. Reason for selling - bought new car. Runs well, $1000. (604)864-6082 1998 CHEV MALIBU V6. 168,000 kms. Runs good, no accidents or rust, original paint. A/c, p/l, p/w. $4,000. obo. 604-308-9397

2011 HONDA CRV 4 wd, Auto, silver. Loaded. Local car. $22,500: 9000kms. (778) 895-7570 New & Used Vehicles

www.chilliwacksuzuki.ca

830

Now That’s a Deal! 792-1221

2002 OLDSMOBILE Intrigue, 4 dr sedan (lost license). Runs excellent, good tires & battery. AirCare expired. $1500/obo. (604)746-2582

MOTORCYCLES

2005 POLARIS Sportsman ATV, 700 twin, EFI, mossy oak camel, warn winch, front & rear bumpers, Easy-Off windshield, exc. cond. 1538km. $5500 firm. Chilliwack 1 (604)799-8533

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1997 ALPENLITE. 26’ 5th wheel. Like new. $11,900. obo. Call 604853-6639

1998 DODGE NEON, 2 dr, 161K, runs well, good rubber, $800 obo. Call: (604)826-4918 (Mission area) 1998 FORD CONTOUR. Only 62,000 kms. Senior driver. A/c, am/fm, auto, $2750. (604)859-6335

43645 Industrial Way, Chilliwack

3-12H PP1

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

2000 Suncruiser 35U

2000 CHRYSLER INTREPID, clean, auto, 4 dr. 125,000km. Great shape. $2900. (604)583-1366

2003 Pontiac Sunfire, 2dr, auto, 170,km, good cond. 1 owner. $3499. Call (604)792-0246

2000 FORD Windstar S.E.L. Limited Edition, rebuilt transmission, new tires, Aircared to 2013. $1600. obo. 604-302-0985

2004 GMC Jimmy ZR2 4x4, 1 owner, 139,km, auto, gd cond. $6250. Call (604)792-0246 FOR SALE: Excavating Company including excavators, dump trucks and skid steers. $250,000 O.B.O FOR SALE: Septic Pumping Company includes 2 trucks (one hydrovac, one pump truck) 250,000 O.B.O Email: jaydensunfire@yahoo.ca for more details.

1998 FORD CONTOUR 4dr sdn auto, load, ST#176 $995 1999 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr auto sdn Aircare ST#152 $1995 2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 2dr, auto AirCare ST#182 $2995 1996 ACURA TL 4dr auto, leather, fully loaded ST#177 $2995 2002 PONTIAC MONTANA 7 passenger, auto, Aircare ST#186 $3495 2002 FORD WINDSTAR sport 7 pass auto Aircare ST#108 $3495 1997 ACURA LE auto 4dr sdn leather full load ST#175 $3995 2000 HONDA CIVIC 4DR auto sdn st#169 $3995 1997 HONDA CRV Aircare auto only this week ST#97 $3995 2000 SUZUKI ESTEEM 4dr auto sdn ST#88 $4500 2005 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr auto sdn full load ST#03 ST#89 $5,900 2003 BUICK GRANDVUE 7 pass auto ST#189 $6900 2004 NISSAN ALTIMA 4dr auto sdn ST#168 $7900

2004 Honda Civic DX 4cyl 4dr auto a/c p/dl keyless entry,110,000K Great cond $8400. 604-626-8894

MAR. 3-9, 2012

TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS:

2001 NISSAN ALTIMA,103,000 km. No accidents. Local. auto. New brakes & tires.$4400. 778-241-6086

WEEKLY SPECIALS Engines - Gas........ $13995 Transmissions ......... $4995 Starters ..................... $1795 Alternators ............... $1795 Heater Motors ......... $1095 Heater Cores ............ $1095 Throttle Body Assys$2495 Elec. Distributors .. $2495

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

1990 VOLVO 740 SW. Needs TLC. Aircared. $800. obo. Call (604)9961082

OVER A THOUSAND VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM

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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper

2002 GMC SONOMA EXT cab auto st#166 $4995 2005 FORD F150 XL 4X4 auto reg cab longbox ST#132 $7,900 2005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#125 $8,900 2005 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#134 $10,900 2001 FORD F350 Dually 4X4 crew cab XLT 7.3L pwrstrk diesel ST#130 $11,900 2001 FORD F350 Crew cab Lariat 7.3L power stroke diesel 4x4 ST#46 $12,900 2007 FORD F350 XLT crew cab 4X4 auto diesel ST#128 $14,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW cab Lariat 4X4 auto long box diesel ST#118 $15,900 2008 GMC 2500 HD quad cab SLE 4x4 auto fully loaded ST#145 $16,900 2006 FORD F350 QUAD CAB 4X4 auto diesel ST# 17 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather 4X$ auto diesel ST#164 $17,995

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHER Re: The Estate of ELEANOR GRACE EBDON, Deceased formerly of #106-46374 Margaret Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2H1. Notice is hereby given to Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of ELEANOR GRACE EBDON, deceased who died on October 30, 2011 are hereby required to send full particulars of such claims to the Executor c/o KAYE THOME TOEWS & HANSFORD, 9202 Young Road, Box 372, Chilliwack, British Columbia V2P 6J4 on or before March 30, 2012 after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. ARTHUR LORNE EBDON Executor

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of Francis James Tinnion, deceased, formerly of 48685 Chilliwack Lake Rd., Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A6. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Francis James Tinnion are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to F. Clayton Loewen, Integra Law Group, #101 - 2776 Bourquin Cr. W., Abbotsford, BC V2S 6A4 on or before March 27, 2012 after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executor then has notice.

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NOTICE OF ELECTION The Chief and Council of Squiala First Nation have called an election to Àll a vacancy for the position of Councillor for a three-year term. The nomination meeting will be held at the Squiala Band OfÀce on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 from 6 pm to 8 pm. Candidates are reminded that unless they bring a current Criminal Records Check to the nomination meeting, they will not be eligible to stand for election. The election will be held at the Squiala Band OfÀce on Tuesday, March 27, 2012. Voting hours are from 9 am to 6 pm. Copies of the Election Regulations and Procedures and the Voter’s List are available upon request at the Band OfÀce. 3-12H SFN1

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289

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179*

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183

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