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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Employees at Liquidation World in Chilliwack face an uncertain new year after the firm that bought the store two years ago announced plans last week to shut it down. The announcement comes just two weeks before Christmas. And while the Chilliwack location is expected to remain open until at least January, the news is hitting employees hard. “It’s brutal,” said one staff member who asked his name not be used. It’s not clear how many jobs will be affected by the closure. A spokesperson for Liquidation World did not return calls in time for The Progress’ deadline. However, across Canada the closure could affect 1,500 workers. The local discount retailer was rebranded from a Liquidation World to a Big Lots store after the struggling LW brand was purchased by Big Lots in 2011. The lease of the local building is up at the end of January and it’s not clear if the store will remain open until then. Big Lots is North America’s largest closeout retailer and officials have decided to cut their losses in Canada. Lower than expected profits and competition were named as the primary reasons. Company officials said the publicly traded Big Lots was not able to “gain the necessary traction” in the Canadian market since the purchase, citing expected losses of more than $50 million for 2013. The wind-down is starting now and all 78 stores are expected to close by April 2014, including the headquarters in Brampton. Big Lots is the parent company of Liquidation World stores, which it also owns.

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Mail box thefts prompt call for action Eric Welsh The Progress Ryder Lake residents are dealing with a rash of mailbox thefts, and a crown corporation that doesn’t seem to care. Barry Smith, who’s lived in the area for 33 years, says the first break-in occurred sometime around Dec. 1 and another break-in happened a few days later. He had just returned from a trip to Hawaii. His neighbors had been collecting his mail while he was away, and when

he went to fetch it they told him about the problem. The first break-ins were noticed at a bank of mailboxes on the corner of Parsons Road and Ryder Lake Road, but those weren’t the only ones invaded. A bank of boxes on Elk View Road, was also targeted, along with boxes further up the hill. “And those are only the ones we know about,” Smith said. “I have never received anything from Canada Post to tell me my box has been broken into.” Smith’s neighbors phoned the

post office, and reported the breakins in a voicemail message. Smith tried to do the same, dialing up the Sardis post office and asking for someone to call him back. No one did, so he dropped by for a face-to-face chat. “I talked to the postmaster, and he informed me the Chilliwack post office on Yale Road takes care of that sort of thing,” Smith said. “But they don’t have a phone number.” Well technically they do. Google Canada Post Yale Road and you’ll get 604-795-1604, a num-

ber that feeds you into an automated system. Choosing the ‘customer service’ option gets you a 1-800 number. Hitting zero in hopes of getting a human gets ‘the operator isn’t available’ message. Playing by the rules, Smith dialed the 1-800 number. He spoke to a woman who promised to take care of the problem and get back to him. She never did, leaving Smith thoroughly unimpressed. “I didn’t like the cavalier attitude that Canada Post displayed,” he said. Continued: MAILBOX/ p12

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Cheam band rejects concerns over riverside landfill Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Environmental concerns about a proposed waste recycling plant near the Fraser River are not going away. The matter was a sore spot for some residents and river stewards at last Tuesday’s rezoning hearing, but the rezoning received unanimous approval by city council. At the same time hearing the spectre of river pollution was raised by Mayor Sharon Gaetz who said she was interested in talking about the leachate potential of a former landfill operation on Cheam First Nations land.

The Aevitas plant will be monitored by both the city and the Ministr y of Environment, but unregulated facilities are not. Some called that an attempt to deflect concern away from any risks posed by the waste facility proposal by Aevitas for Cannor Road. It came up when Cheam band councillor-elect Ernie Crey stood up in council chambers at the public hearing and asked Chilliwack to hold off on rezoning the property on the Cattermole Lands until local First Nations could consider the implications, citing fishery concerns. Mayor Sharon Gaetz later explained that consultation with

First Nations are required for OCP amendment hearings, not rezonings. “While I’ve got you here. You referenced the Fraser River, sometime I’d like to talk to you about the landfill and the potential for leachate going into the river,” said Mayor Gaetz to Crey about the Cheam site, adding later on social media that “unregulated” landfills were more of a concern than the Aevitas proposal. “My offer to talk was genuine. It’s in all of our best interests to ensure there’s no damage to our waterways. “I’m proud of Chilliwack’s environmental record.” The landfill has been a source

of great concern for the communities around it including Chilliwack and Agassiz-Harrison, Gaetz said. “I hope they do have a leachate system in place. We value the chance to talk frankly and ask questions of our neighbours and I’m looking forward to continued positive relations with Cheam.” But the concerns about the old landfill are not founded, or may have been out of date, as it has received a clean bill of health, according to Cheam officials. “The landfill has been closed for over two years now,” said Cheam Chief Sidney Douglas, in a phone interview from Ottawa where he’s attending a national chiefs’ meeting.

“We still monitor it and it’s been sealed off. “We check the water quality to make sure it’s safe, and even have wells near the Hope Slough.” Monitoring wells also went in around the landfill and a “reputable” environmental consultant firm was engaged by Cheam to monitor the water quality on an ongoing basis. Chief Douglas would not name the consulting firm. “We don’t have to report to anyone but we keep our records,” he said, in response to the question about the old landfill being “unregulated.” jfeinberg@theprogress.com Twitter.com/chwkjourno

Educational know-how exported to Belize On-line ad leads to assault and robbery

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Fraser Valley Distance Education is becoming part of history. Belize’s history. Three teaching delegates from Belize were recently at FVDES learning all about Chilliwack’s distance learning (DL) programs to take back to their country – a first for the developing nation. “The experience we gain here is definitely going to help our students,” said Dr. Lorna McKay, principal of Gwen Lizarrage high school in Belize City. Last August, Gwen Lizarrage launched the country’s first open learning school for its night division students – mostly females, young moms, 16 years and older, struggling in the conventional face-to-face style of learning. For many of them, attending classes four days a week, on top of other responsibilities, proved too difficult. But with online learning, education can be broadened beyond the walls of the school. “This will help bring a greater awareness for our students in low-socioeconomic backgrounds,” said Maxine McKay, a professor at the University of Belize. “It will give them a brighter future in education, they won’t have to live in poverty anymore, but will live to see a future.” Fraser Valley Distance Education is playing a significant role in that transformation. Last spring, Dave Manuel, principal of FVDES, was contacted by Commonwealth of Learning, an intergovernmen-

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Anne Mummery (left) and Inder Kauldher (second from right) with Fraser Valley Distance Education School speak with Belizean deligates Louis Mortis, Maxine Mckay and Lorna Mckay about FVDES’s teaching system. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

tal organization that helps developing nations, like Belize, improve access to quality education and training through distance education knowledge, resources and technologies. And because of the extensive history FVDES has in DL, it was seen by Commonwealth of Learning as a leading force. “Some countries are not interested in open learning,” because of the believed stigma that it’s a lesser model of education, said Frances Ferreira, education specialist with Commonwealth of Learning. “But if we come to them with examples like Fraser Valley Distance Education and show their successes, then we’ll get the buy in.” Through Commonwealth of

Learning, Manuel was introduced to Maxine McKay. The two put their heads together and developed a partnership they hope will soon put Belize on the map for DL. Last May, FVDES vice principal Sharon Bernard went to Gwen Lizarrage high school to help streamline it for online learning. And two weeks ago, the Belizean teachers were in Chilliwack job shadowing FVDES teachers, learning online policies and regulations, reviewing the various courses, gaining insight into the tricks of the trade – sponging up any bit of knowledge they could take back home with them. “These teachers have pedagogy, they have tons of classroom experience, but

they don’t have any reference points for DL,” said Bernard. “Whereas we have a huge background.” Teachers from both schools have also committed to an ongoing mentoring relationship, with the goal of helping Gwen Lizarrage smoothly transition into DL without the hiccups and stumbling blocks FVDES has already overcome. Belize is just the beginning, said Manuel. With 71 million children around the world not being educated, according to the 2012 UNESCO report, Fraser Valley Distance Education, and DL specifically, could play a huge role in improving those statistics. kbartel@theprogress.com twitter.com/schoolscribe33

A good deal turned bad for a Chilliwack man Thursday. What he thought was a conclusion to a successful sale ended in an assault and armed robbery. The victim had posted several items for sale on a popular free classified website. On Dec. 5 at about 10:45 p.m. he went to a Yale Road coffee shop to complete the deal. As he waited in the parking lot, he was grabbed from behind by two men wearing balaclavas. The first man grabbed and held the victim while the second man produced a knife and demanded the victim’s wallet. The first man grabbed the victim’s wallet and took the money in it. The victim was then punched in the face and stomach. The two men then left the area. The second man, who produced a knife, is described as 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds. The victim had advertised his items on Craigslist, but RCMP spokesman Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen said any social media site deserves caution. “We are cautioning the general public to use care when arranging to sell items privately through social media websites,” said vanNieuwenhuizen. “The victim had thought that this was a legitimate transaction”. He suggested some personal safety strategies for both buyer and seller when using social media sales, like confirming the identity of the other party, and ensuring no transactions are done alone, but in a safe and known environment. The Chilliwack RCMP are asking the assistance of the general public in resolving this investigation. Anyone having information are asked to contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604792-4611 or, if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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The recent snowfall and Saturday’s Christmas Parade has certainly added to the holiday feeling in Chilliwack. Lights are twinkling on local homes, and Santas are now all ensconced at malls and shops. The hype for seasonal sales is building. It’s hard to escape the commercial trappings of Christmas. Nor should we. Livelihoods depend on it. But amidst the hustle and bustle in this final two weeks, it’s important to take some time out to think about, and reach out to, those who don’t have the means to indulge, who can’t afford to get their kids the latest toy sensation, who don’t have proper winter coats in their closets, who can’t put a holiday feast on their dinner table, who may not even have a home to keep them warm. There’s no shortage of groups and organizations who work hard all year to help make life a little easier for people who are struggling. Those struggles are magnified in the holiday season, and all the expectations it brings. For those of us hustling from store to store, fulfilling wish lists, it takes but a moment to drop some spare change into the Salvation Army red kettle at the front door, or to drop a winter coat, mittens or hats at a business holding a coat drive, or to place a few cans of hearty soup in the Food Bank box at the grocery store. Better yet, pitch in by volunteering some time and energy to those worthy groups. They’re busy this time of year, and would likely appreciate the help. Or pledge to make an effort to help out through the year. Need doesn’t go by the dates on the calendar. They’re small gestures but for those on the receiving end, they’re blessings. And isn’t that what Christmas is all about? ~ Black Press

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Ottawa puts on pipeline push to the coast VICTORIA – The federal government stepped up its sales pitch for new pipelines to the B.C. coast last week, as it prepares for the imminent release of the federal review panel’s report on the feasibility of the Enbridge Northern Gateway project. Transport Minister Lisa Raitt and Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver arrived in Vancouver to release an expert panel’s report on the current state of tanker safety on the West Coast. It was the first of two reports that tell the Stephen Harper government in blunt terms how steep a hill it must climb to enable energy exports to Asia. Oliver gave a speech to the Vancouver Board of Trade the following morning, where he vowed to implement one of the panel’s key recommendations. Legislation is coming to ensure that polluters, not taxpayers, must pay for any environmental damage from

resource development and transport. The panel was chaired by Gordon Houston, a former Prince Rupert harbourmaster and CEO of Port Metro Vancouver. Its report details the little-noticed fact that coastal waters around Victoria and Vancouver are Tom already congestFLETCHER ed with shipping traffic, including Alaska oil tankers, and are at “very high risk” of an incident. Of course that “very high risk” should be seen in the B.C. context, where there has never been a serious oil spill at sea in a century of continuous petroleum shipping. The report calls for potential polluters to show they are prepared

for a “worst case” discharge like the 1989 Exxon Valdez grounding in Alaska. It tells Ottawa the Canadian Coast Guard must be properly funded to serve as incident command. Oliver recounted efforts made so far, including annual tanker inspections, increased aerial surveillance and marine markers. And he reminded his audience that Canada’s only energy export customer, the U.S., is about to surpass Saudi Arabia as the world’s largest petroleum producer. The second federal report was from Doug Eyford, a lawyer who has been meeting for months with aboriginal communities in northern B.C. and Alberta. He found, as Enbridge has reported, that many aboriginal communities are working with energy producers to get the economic activity they so desperately need. (Most urban people

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How to save taxpayers $50,000 A vacancy occurred [because of the resignation of trustee Louise Piper] on the Chilliwack School District No. 33 board of trustees which precipitated a by-election. The city clerk of Chilliwack informed school board chairman Walter Krahn that a byelection would cost the school district approximately $50,000. Chairman Krahn wrote the B.C. minister of education, asking that there be an exception to a byelection, however the minister of education stated

that, according to the School Act and B.C. Elections Act, a byelection was required, and he was powerless to alter it. Perhaps it is time for the provincial government to rewrite those Acts to allow for flexibility and variations. In this 2013 byelection for the Chilliwack School Board, the final results were identical to that of the general 2011 election for the board: Coulter - Schmidt. A change could be made so that in

the event of a needed replacement, the runner-up in the previous election automatically would fill the vacancy. Their views, work and opinions were made known in the main election, and they were next in line. Either way, Coulter would be the seventh member of the board. This would avoid a costly byelection. The same process could be implemented for all municipal positions when they are vacant.” Harold Schmidt

Higher speed limits will mean more deaths Re: the article in the Chilliwack Progress - Dec. 6 (Driveway) regarding highway speed limits. It is my belief that if the provincial highway speed limits are raised from the current limits then the drivers in this province will be in a world of hurt and there will be more carnage on our roads. If this is the case then the people of British Columbia will be paying higher rates for auto insurance. The following is my perception of the above

statement. After driving on our provincial highways for many years especially the Trans Canada Highway between Chilliwack and Vancouver I have taken note of the following: 1. The right curb lane has a speed limit of 100 km/h. Except for the few, the average vehicle now is driven at or close to 110km/h. This being the case I would suggest that if the speed limit is increased to 110 km/h then the average driver will be traveling at or

close to 120km/h. 2. The left passing/ travel lane also has the speed limit set at 100 km/h. But I believe that the Motor Vehicle Act states that you can increase your speed when passing another vehicle. I have found that the average driver traveling in this lane at present is driving at a steady 120-plus km/h. As this is the case then they will increase their speed up to 130 km/h. 3. In considering adverse weather condi-

tions and how close vehicles travel behind each other and also the people who have to weave in and out to gain a few car lengths ahead. Then if the speed limits are changed I would suggest that the average driver will be traveling at or close to 12 km/h and 130 km/h, respectively. Can you imagine what the loss of live and damage would be at these increased speeds?

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when your private text message is shared with someone else. My point: what you mark as private might not stay private forever. What you say, what you post, what you say to each other in emails it can all be shared, today, tomorrow, in 60 years. Not only are you opening yourself to a possibility of giving yourself a bad name when you accuse people of things in emails or when you post inappropriate things in Facebook groups, messages or your wall, or when you post on Pinterest, Twitter, anywhere, you also give a bad name to those involved and to the groups and associations of which you are a member. I feel like I’m back in my fourth grade classroom, but this needs to be said: Stop and think before taking action. Stop before you send someone a nasty email. Stop before you post something that has nothing to do with business in a business-related group. Stop

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RCMP renew appeal for info on missing Chilliwack woman The Chilliwack RCMP Serious Crime Unit is asking for the public’s help to find a woman who’s been missing for over a year. Laverne Hazel Vetters was last seen Nov. 7 of last year, at

9:30 p.m. in the Watson Road/Vedder Road area. She was reported missing seven days later. The 53 year old had failed to show up

for some health care appointments and was not taking prescribed mediation when she vanished. The RCMP had up

to eight investigators tracking down leads, but they’ve hit a wall at every turn. “We are reaching out to the community and

to Vetters’ friends to assist us in solving this disappearance,” said Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen. Vetters is described

as five-feet-nine and 150 pounds, with long grey hair and blue eyes. She did not have a vehicle, and often rode a bicycle around the south side of

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Cherished Christmas music and harps Saturday Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The delicate sound of the harp will be front and centre during A Christmas You Can Handel, on Dec. 14 at the Cultural Centre, presented by the Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. A spectacular variety of both eclectic and traditional Christmas music is in store for Chilliwack music fans on Saturday night. There will be 65 voices in the chorus, and another 25 CSO players performing in the symphony this year. “I’m really excited about this concert, as I think it will offer the best of both worlds,” says resident conductor Paula DeWit. “From the eclectic first

half with harp, piano and choir, to the second half that is devoted to Handel’s Messiah, these are some of my favourite elements.” Here are some of the program highlights, with a few sparkling gifts being kept under wraps until the night of the concert. CSO resident harpist Miya Otake will be on concert harp, while harpist Joanne Hankey will be performing on the Celtic harp, and together they will perform the Winter Harp arrangements of I Wonder as I Wander, Huron Carol, and In the Bleak Midwinter. Sarah Dyck will play flute, bass flute and penny whistle. The sound of harp strings being plucked has been likened to the sound of someone’s voice.

“It’s the closest sound I know to the human voice, and just looking at the instrument itself is beautiful. There are so many different sizes and shapes.” Incredibly, a total of 10 harps will be performed on stage during the first half, and one of those will be the CSO’s concert harp. “Thanks have to go out to the Chilliwack Foundation, as the CSO is most fortunate to own a concert harp of its own,” says DeWit. It’s a dream come true for the CSO to have acquired its own harp, and the wisp of that dream was first ignited by the late CSO Maestro John Van Liempt. “Now we have several harp players and we’re talking about creating a harp ensemble here in Chilliwack.”

The other compelling reason for featuring the harp is their association with angels. “People also connect angels with Christmas so it’s fitting.” The concert harp will be played throughout the evening in both the lobby and on the stage. The Christmas concert is another opportunity to be delighted by the gorgeous piano stylings of Chilliwack’s own Debbie Fortnum. “As Debbie plays the carol, I Saw Three Ships, she’ll be joined by Scottish dancers from the Aberdeen Dance Studio,” says DeWit. The chorus will sing favourites like Away in a Manger, The Little Drummer Boy, Silent Night, and also a new selection entitled O My Babe, written by

Lori Pappajohn of Winter Harp. Following the intermission, the orchestra and chorus will present Part One of Handel’s glorious Messiah. The popular Part One of Messiah is sometimes known as the ‘Christmas’ portion, because in concert it is traditionally performed during the Advent, sometimes in singalong. Celebrated soloists of the evening include soprano Michelle Koebke, Soprano; mezzo soprano Fabiana Katz, tenor Jonathan Michel, and bass Tony Funk who will sing Messiah. • The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus at the Cultural Centre, Dec. 14, Tickets $25/$15 students, at the Cultural Centre, or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca or phone 604-391-SHOW(7469).

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Surprises await at the Button Box Boutique If you’re looking for a special gift this Christmas, you might want to dip into The Button Box. Not the real box, but the boutique, recently relocated to a new home on Mill Street. The Button Box Boutique has been surprising customers with its eclectic mix for more than eight years. But just last month it moved into a new location that offers nearly twice the room, in a bright and newly renovated space. Owner Jeannie Blecker is thrilled.

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Jeannie Blecker is the owner of The Button Box located on Mill Street. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

is hats. Not only will you find styles that come from New York, Toronto and Montreal, you’ll find prices to fit every budget. In fact, that remains one of her goals, she insists, to provide customers with a mix of fine products at a range of prices.

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Seven Days A selection of entertaining events for the week ahead: December 12 to 18

THURSDAY Dickens’ 15th annual Animated Doll Christmas Village is now open at Dickens Sweets & British Museum (45945 Alexander Ave.). Walk through scenes of Santa’s workshop, the forest, Disney friends, the pet shop, and more. Admission is free with a donation to the Salvation Army Food Bank or to the Rotary Wheelchair Foundation. Go to www.dickenssweets.com or call 604-7931981 for times of Santa’s visits. The village is wheelchair friendly but no strollers or car seats are allowed due to fire department regulations. The Golden Palette Art Club presents its show Potpourri: The Spice of Life at the Art Gallery in the Cultural Centre until Dec. 14. Gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays to Saturdays.

FRIDAY Gary Haggquist has his work on display and for sale at the WaterWealth Project Office (45668 Storey Ave.) for Gallery Fridays from 4 to 7 p.m. today. 604-798-8990.

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The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus present A Christmas You Can Handel 2013 at the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25/general, $15/students and available at the Cultural Centre’s box office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469), or online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. The Chilliwack Academy of Music presents Christmas Café in the Rotary Hall Studio Theatre at the Cultural Centre at 1 p.m. Admission by donation. Saturday afternoon live band at the Anavets (46268 Yale Rd.) from 3 to 5 p.m. Also, live band Saturday night from 8 p.m. to midnight. 604-792-6370.

Cultus Lake Christmas is a free event running Dec. 16 to 22 for families to enjoy the spirit of Christmas at Cultus Lake Park. The event features a home and business decorating contest, Christmas music, carolling, a nativity scene, Santa visits and more. For more info, go to www.cultuslakechristmas.ca. Winter Harp is at the Cultural Centre on Dec. 17. For more info, see Tuesday’s listing at left.

TUESDAY Festive concert Winter Harp returns to the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $35/adults, $32/seniors, and $30/students and available at the Cultural Centre’s box office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469), or online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

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Last Leaf Theatre brings Hercules and the Golden Apple to the Cultural Centre at 2 p.m. Tickets $10 and available at the Cultural Centre’s box office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469), or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

Theatre Junkies Anonymous presents The Gift of the Magi at the Cultural Centre Dec. 18 to 21 at Canada Education Park Studio Theatre (45190 Caen Ave.). Tickets $10 and available at the Cultural Centre. 604-391-SHOW(7469).

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Coming Up The Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra brings its Celebration of Christmas to the Cultural Centre on Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Ralph Jones will be narrating the Dylan Thomas poem complete with Welsh carols by soprano Madison Mailey and harp by Miya Otake. The Chilliwack Festival Chorus will also be performing. Tickets $25/adults and $15/ students and available at the Cultural Centre’s box office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469), or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

Seven Days is a free A&E listing published every Wednesday. For more information, phone 604-702-5576 or email all information, including a contact phone number, to photo@theprogress.com.

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Lawn new ED for arts council Chilliwack Community Arts Council is pleased to announce the recent hiring of its new executive director, Patti Lawn. After 18 years at the helm of the arts council, Rod Hudson is retiring at the end of the year. An exhaustive executive search was conducted and now the arts council is pleased to announce that long time school teacher/principal Patti Lawn will be taking over the reins in the new year. Lawn has a long association with the arts council as both an employee as well as a board mem-

ber in the late 80s. She is known in recent years for being an enthusiastic and active member of the Chilliwack Players Guild. Lawn will be retiring from her role as principal of F.G. Leary elementary school where she was responsible for creating the only fine arts elementary school in the Chilliwack school district. “We are pleased with the board’s decision and look forward to developing new programs and activities for the community to enjoy,” said Arts Council President Maureen Covey.

The pure voice of Belle Voci Chilliwack’s celebrated a cappella singing group, Belle Voci, has prepared a special holiday repertoire for an engaging set of performances. The beautiful St. Thomas Anglican Church will be filled with the stunning and pure sound of unaccompanied voices On Dec. 21 and 22. Seasonal favourites on the program include Lo How a Rose E’er Blooming, Silent Night and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas in addition to a number of traditional pieces, a few jazz-style tunes and some fun, crowd-pleasing numbers. Harpist Joanne Hankey, a member of the singing ensemble, will be featured on Celtic Harp. Belle Voci, St. Thomas Anglican Church (46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack,

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Falcons flying in early action The Sardis Falcons invaded the gym of their biggest rival last week, and came away with a tournament win. For only the second time in their history, the Falcons took top spot at the Chilliwack secondary school tourney. They beat a top-20 team to do it, slaughtering the Semiahmoo Totems, 95-62, in the final. Sardis also downed the LA Matheson Mustangs (Surrey), Sa-Hali Sabres (Kamloops) and GP Vanier Towhees (Courtenay). Tournament mostvaluable player Cam Servatius led Sardis with 27 points against Semiahmoo, with Hayden Lejeune adding 21 and Eric Rogers adding 14. Lejeune and Rogers were named first-team all-stars. The Falcons are 8-0 to start the season, and they play three home games this week. Sardis

hosts Charles Best tomorrow (Tuesday) night at 7:30 p.m. Fraser Heights pays a visit Wednesday night, with a 6:45 p.m. tipoff, and Kelowna’s in town Saturday for a 3 p.m. start. ● The Unity Christian Flames finished fourth at the CSS tourney, battling through injuries to go 2-2. Ian Herfst and Br yce Ypma were injured, and Jon Vugteveen was visiting Reemeer University in Ontario. Minus those three, the Flames beat CSS and the Sardis B team. They lost to Semiahmoo and GP Vanier. ● Storm star Brandon Isaac was named a second-team all-star alongside Unity Christian’s Clay Driesen. Follow senior boys hoops online at bcboysbasketball.com

Colin Kellington (right) of the Sardis Falcons keeps the ball away from an L.A. Matheson player of Surrey during the Storm Classic Tournament at Chilliwack secondary on Thursday. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Peewees hoping to score big bucks in hockey contest A Chilliwack Minor Hockey team hopes to score big bucks in the Stagg Chili Saves for Success contest. Chilliwack’s peewee A1 Bruins have thrown their hats into the ring, taking on teams from across

the country in a race to get the most online votes. Chilliwack is competing in the Western conference, and currently sits fifth out of 10 teams. As of Monday morning, they’ve collected 369 votes.

The midget Port Coquitlam Raiders lead with 608 votes. The Surrey Penguins (hockey 4) are second with 588 votes. The Rat River Saints (atom A) are third with 480 votes and the BC Bears (Ridge Meadows, atom) are

fourth with 406 votes. The contest closes March 7. The team with the most votes will win $5,000. The second through fifth place teams will each claim $2,000 and two more prizes will be awarded by

random draw. Prize money is to be earmarked to offset team expenses such as ice-time and equipment. The link for online voting can be found at www.staggchili.ca/2013vote/

Losing skid hits seven as slumping Chiefs suffer sweep

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Another tough weekend saw the BCHL Chilliwack Chiefs go 0-3 against Vancouver Island opponents. The Chiefs hit the road Friday, taking on the Powell River Kings at the Hap Parker Arena. The Kings got two goals from Curtis McCarrick and singles from Kyle

Chatham, Ryan Scarfo and Jarid Lukosevicius in a 5-1 win. Austin Plevy sniped the lone Chilliwack goal in the game’s final minute. Spencer Tremblay was the goalie of note, stopping 39 of the 44 shots sent his way. Josh Halpenny got the start

Saturday as the Chiefs faced Nanaimo. He played well, stopping 26 of 27 shots. Devin Brosseau snuck a puck past him in the second period, and Brendan Taylor had an empty netter as the Clippers won 2-0. Halpenny’s good work earned him a second straight start Sunday,

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Chilliwack’s league-worst record (tied with Trail) sits at 7-22-1-2. The Penticton Vees are in Chilliwack for a Friday night game at Prospera Centre (7 p.m. start). The Chiefs hit the road for Saturday and Sunday games against the Spruce Kings of Prince George.

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Huskers hire general manager

The Progress The offseason makeover of the Valley Huskers continues with the naming of Moe Agagnier as the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s general manager. Agagnier joins Adam Smith to form the new brain trust of the BC Football Conference team. Smith, who just won a provincial title as offensive coordinator of the GW Graham junior football squad, was recently hired as the Huskers head coach. He replaces Tyson St. James, who resigned at seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end due to personal reasons. Agagnierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary job will be to make it easier for Smith to do his. Agagnier will act as a liaison between Smith, his coaching and training staff and the Huskers board of directors. Agagnier will oversee everything the coach shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be bothered with, from billeting to marketing, registration to player employment. His involvement will

mulate a player recruitment plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have started already, and it is a tough sell getting commitments to a team that hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t won a lot of games,â&#x20AC;? Agagnier admitted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bring a new philosophy to it.â&#x20AC;? The sales pitch to Husker recruits in recent years has basically been, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never see the field with Nanaimo or Langley. Come to Chilliwack and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll play.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want players coming here because they can make the team easier,â&#x20AC;? Agagnier said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to attract players who want to be part of a

winning tradition. This team has been rebuilding for 10 years and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enough. We want to win now.â&#x20AC;? Agagnierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stated goal is to make the playoffs in 2014, and he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think the team is too far off. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had some losses come in last minutes, and when you have a young team, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whoever makes a mistake or takes advantage of a mistake that wins,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal is to help the players believe in themselves and have confidence in the system. Adam (Smith) has the belief that he can do well, and I hope that he can transfer that to his players.â&#x20AC;?

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Vipers make a move A third BCHL team has climbed into the CJHLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top 20 rankings. The latest list was released Monday, with the Vernon Vipers joining the mix for the first time this season. The Vipers, who will host this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s RBC Cup tournament, moved from not-ranked to 17th overall, one spot ahead of the Penticton Vees. Penticton moved back onto the list after settling for honourable mention status last week. The top BCHL team remains the Powell River Kings, slotting in at No. 5, two spots higher than last week. The AJHL Spruce Grove Saints are No. 1. Get the full rankings online at cjhlhockey.com.

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Former Chilliwack Chiefs defenceman Alex Perron-Fontaine picked up his first NCAA point in a weekend win over the American International Yellow Jackets. Perron-Fontaine and his Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers won 3-2 on home ice Friday. In the Saturday rematch, Perron-Fontaineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second period tally helped the Tigers to a 5-2 final and their fifth straight win. Perron-Fontaine has one point in 11 games this year. Follow US collegiate hockey online at uscho.com.

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Team Canada roller derby tryouts were held last Saturday at Heritage Park, with 75 players from the western region vying for spots. Canadian citizens from as far away as Hawaii came to compete. Chilliwack’s NWO Roller Girls hosted the event — the third and final tryout after previous stops in Saskatoon and New Hamburg (Ontario). NWO was represented by Pohlverine, Steddie Blurcury, Maul E Mayhem and SofaKing-Wright. Coaches evaluated skills (balance, agility, strength and skating) in the morning. The list was cut to 28 women for the afternoon. They were divided into two teams for a bout, with coaches evaluating their in-game skills. Pohlverine made the cut and impressed

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Keely Fairly (aka Steddie Blurcury), left, of Chilliwack’s NWO Roller Girls and Vancouver-born Sarah Gray (aka Sarassassin) of Maui Roller Girls work on a lateral-skating drill together during tryouts for Team Canada at Chilliwack Heritage Park. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

in the bout, crashing, jamming and blocking with the best of the best. Her ultimate fate will be revealed in two weeks time when Team

Canada reveals its roster. Team Canada will compete in the Roller Derby World Cup, taking place in Dallas,

Texas Dec. 4-7, 2014. Team Canada placed second in the inaugural Roller Derby World Cup, held in Toronto two years ago.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

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CASUAL RN’S

Bayshore Home Health is currently seeking casual RN’s in the Chilliwack areas for home support clients.

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921-04 Casabello, Collins, Lorne, Salish, School, Stevenson

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EXCAVATOR Operator with experience in Residential Exc. for Lower Mainland job sites. Good wages, benefits. E-mail: wmader@telus.net or fax 604-460-7853.

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604-702-5558

45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack

GPRC, Fairview Campus, Alberta needs Power Engineering Instructors. No teaching experience, no problem. Please contact Brian Carreau at 780-835-6631 and/or visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca.

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HD MECHANIC. Noble Tractor & Equip. is seeking a Journeyman or 4th year apprentice Service Technician for our Armstrong location. A self-starter with Ag tech background is desired. Interested candidates send resume to: nobletractor@telus.net, or mail: Noble Tractor & Equip, 4193 Noble Rd, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B4, fax: 250-546-3165

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Clear up your debts before New Years.

Strong IV starts and skills is a must. Flexible casual shifts available. Must have a vehicle and licensed to practice with CRNBC.

SARDIS 920-04 Dogwood, Eden, Spruce, Stevenson, Vedder

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OBITUARIES

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required for our Langley location - Rollins Machinery Ltd. This position would give a mechanic the opportunity to work on agricultural equipment, golf & turf equipment, waste/recycling trucks, hydro excavating trucks as well as other equipment as required. Please submit e-mail peter@rollinsmachinery.ca or drop resume off at our Langley Location - 2186956th Avenue, Langley/Chilliwack Location - 44725 Yale Road West, Chilliwack.

CHILLIWACK 902-12 Elliott, Emerald, Hope River, Kent, Manor

Licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic

LABOURERS

FARM LABOURERS req’d, seasonal full-time, March - October 2014 Must be physically fit for pruning, planting, hand weeding, harvesting, general farm work, heavy lifting and be able to work in all weather conditions. Wage is $10.33/hr. Must apply in person at Brackhaus Farms Ltd, 600 Kosikar Rd, Lindell Beach. (604)824-1708

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED!

Route

GKS Enterprises Inc. o/a Tim Hortons, 27-6014 Vedder Rd, Chilliwack; 7670 Vedder Road, Chilliwack; unit B-43791 Industrial Way, Chilliwack & 45837 Yale Rd., Chilliwack. Food Counter Attendant (NOC:6641). Permanent /Full-time /Part-time /shift work /Weekends /Day /Evenings /Nights. $10.25 per hour plus benefits (dental & medical) Start date - ASAP. 40 vacancies available. No experience or education necessary. A list of detailed job duties is available in store. Please apply in person at one of the above store locations or email: tim_jobs@hotmail.com

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Haines Leonard Richard

Leonard Richard Haines passed away Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013 at Chilliwack at the age of 71. He was born March 30, 1942 in New Westminster, B.C. Len is survived by his wife Evelyn. Children Thomas, Sheri, Brenda (Gary), Dwayne & Robert; grandchildren Tristan, Keira, Jordan, Kristen and great-grandson Connor. Len was predeceased by his father Fred, mother Jean and sister Merle. Len took a terrible fall which he did not recover from. He has finished his life’s’ journey and is now at rest and in peace. A family gathering will be held Sunday, Dec. 15th in the clubhouse at 7600 Chilliwack River Road, Chilliwack between 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Len’s name to Canadian Diabetes Foundation or the Vancouver Children’s Hospital. Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 604-792-1344. On line condolences may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com

Celebrating Lives With Dignity Dignity, Respect and Caring for each member of your family and loved ones. We understand your needs and we will honour your traditions and values. Richard Kobes Pre-Need Funeral & Cemetery Consultant cell 604.378.9122 richard.kobes@dignitymemorial.com

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DIRECTORY MENNONITE

ALLIANCE

SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH 45625 South Sumas Rd.

9:15 am - Sunday d School for all ages 10:30 am - Celebration Service Sanctuary & Video Cafe 8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church

CHILLIWACK CHINESE ALLIANCE CHURCH

COMMUNITY

CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY CHURCH ®

“Come discover the Heart behind the Shield”

ANGLICAN

46420 Brooks Ave.

Ph. 604-792-0311

www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca attend our Sunday Service: 10:00 am

'Where all are welcome' Sunday Services: 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM Wednesday Service: 9:30 AM Now offering Stephen Ministry 'one-to-one' Crisis Care

St. Thomas’ Anglican Church

Gospel Hymns & Christ-Centered Sermons Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. New Life Christian Church Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.

SUNDAY SERVICES 8:00am BCP Communion 10:15am BAS Family Service, Music and Communion 46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young 604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

604-703-1863

BAPTIST

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700 SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11 a.m. Evening Service - 6 p.m. Wednesday Service - 6:30 p.m.

45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack

604-795-5725

Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.

www.sardiscommunitychurch.com 604-858-7191 scc@shawcable.com

EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH 604-792-6013

Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central

Pastor: Rob Brown

Classes - 9:30 am Worship Service – 10:50 am Sunday School – 9:30 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda

Advertise YOUR LISTING HERE! CALL TODAY

604-702-5552

Advertise YOUR LISTING HERE! CALL TODAY

604-702-5552

REFORMED

CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack

Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

BAHÁ'Í FAITH “Do not look at your weakness, nay, rely upon the confirmation of the Holy Spirit. Verily, it maketh the weak strong, the lowly mighty, the child grown... and the small great.” -Abdu’l-Bahá

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

EVERYONE WELCOME! SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694

LIVE VIDEO STREAMING ON... www.chilliwackhrc.com or sermonaudio.com/chilliwackhrc

Advertise YOUR LISTING HERE! CALL TODAY

604-702-5552

FULL GOSPEL Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International Meet every Saturday at 12 noon at Homer’s Restaurant, for more info: 604-824-0185 cell: 604-316-4540 marghamm@shaw.ca www.chilliwackfgbmfi.com

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Mavis’ Homecare, exp. cert. C.A. personal care, caregiver relief & D.V.A welcomed call 604-391-1236

ROMAN CATHOLIC CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S

8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 Weekday Mass - 8 a.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday - 8 a.m. , 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.

UNITED CHURCH

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CONCRETE & PLACING

LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187

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COUNTERTOPS

Cheam Countertops. Solid and laminate surfaces. Free estimates. call Hank, (604)795-3163

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ELECTRICAL

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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS NEW Manufactured home on SELF OWNED pad in Abbotsford. $263,888. Financing available. Chuck 604-830-1960

HOME REPAIRS

SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER avail. to fix things around your house or business. Call John for an estimate at (604)792-9199

LANDSCAPING

RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150

MOVING & STORAGE

1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607 MOUNTAIN MOVERS- Your trusted choice for residential moving services. (778)378-6683 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

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 & Maid Services.

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

1920’s screen door & cooking pot, from Empress, $100; 1947 Evinrude outboard motor, 90cc, $60; Antique watches, $20&up. 604-846-5439

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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

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TREE SERVICES

TREE PRUNING Best done in Dec. or Jan. while dormant for optimal health!

• Tree Trimming • Christmas Lights Installation • Snow Removal

604-787-5915

FOREST Lawn, West summit. $16,000. Selling 1 Dbl depth Ground Burial Plot, (holds 2 coffins & 2 urns) Includes 1 Open/close fee ($1600) 604-789-3999 hounds21@shaw.ca

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MISC. FOR SALE

Mattress Sets Twin........$99 Double......$249 Queen.......$299 Plus, 50% off select furniture items.

Save On Furniture STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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 CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cups, ready to go now, 2 males. $650. Call 604794-7347 GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161.

MORTGAGES

UNDER $100

PETS 477

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RADIAL TIRE CHAINS, 2 sets of 2, Sierra cable link, stock #1930, both like new. $30 & $40. (604)858-7781

#2-45676 Yale Rd, Chilliwack. 604-392-9200

Blue Italian Mastiff & Matiff/Boxer X pups, ready for good homes, view parents, vet checked/1st shots, $500. Text to view (604)819-2697

New SRI *1404 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

BURIAL PLOTS

www.treeworksonline.ca

HANDYPERSONS

ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

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SURREY

VIAGRA 100mg or CIALIS 20mg. Generic. 40 tabs + 10 FREE all for $99 including FREE SHIPPING. Discreet, Fast Shipping. 888-8360780 or metromeds.net

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR SALE. My Piano accordion collection of 16 piano accordions. Priced from $190. to $1500. (604)853-7773

7326 MARBLE HILL Rd. 6000 sq.ft. home on 1.23 view acres, includes 2 bldg lots. $649K. David @ Re/Max (604)328-8250

‘‘Best ‘B B Of Chilliwack’ wack’

Christmas lighting TOUR

ACCURATE PAINTING Holiday Interior Special

• Quality Guaranteed • Bondable • Ref’s Randall 604.353.8042

Have you seen a spectacular residential Christmas light display? Or have you decorated your home in a light display that you’d like others to see? 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

The friendly place at Yale & Quarry!

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TOY POODLE PUP 7 weeks old. Male, white with black markings $700. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

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

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PETS

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

P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS 3 female pups. Vet ✓. Ready to go. $500/each. 778-899-3326

DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins Starting from $99.00 604.586.5865

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Need loving home for Bijou a female, 3.5yr old fluffy cat. Spayed and well loved. Call (604)824-1903

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MEDICAL HEALTH

QUALIFIED QA MANAGER/SCIENTIST FOR YOUR MEDICAL CANNABIS COMPANY Outsource to ST Lund Project Consulting for professional cost-effective quality assurance (QA) services. Save on lab setup and ongoing QA costs. Contact us to set up a free consultation on how we can work together to save you money. Visit our website, www.herbassure.com, for contact details.

Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 am

46875 Yale Road East

RUBBISH REMOVAL

CRUSH YOUR JUNK Garbage / Yard Waste Removal. Construction Clean Up. $85/load. Senior Discount. Call 604-798-8201

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Rev. Heather Anderson

Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am

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LEGAL SERVICES

CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH

MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service • Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811

Once again for the Christmas Season, the Chilliwack & District Real Estate Board is collecting the addresses of the most festively decorated homes for the enjoyment of everyone in our community. If you know of a home that should be on that list, call the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board oɉce at 604-792-0912 on or before December the 13th, and submit the full street address. Addresses for the ‘Best of Chilliwack’ Christmas Lighting Tour will be published on the front page of the December 20th Real Estate Review, delivered inside The Chilliwack Progress or visit the City of Chilliwack’s website, www.chilliwack.com and select ‘Discover Chilliwack’, select ‘Events’, select ‘December 2013’ and scroll down for the ‘Best of Chilliwack’ Christmas Lighting Tour. 12-13w CLT4

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO

1 Month FREE Rent

Cedar Apartments Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

1 bdrm. from $575 2 bdrm. from $735

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Chilliwack quiet sec spac 1 bdrm $575/mo. Deck. Avail now Bob 604-703-1401

RENTALS

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Spacious 2 bdrm apt from $800/m •

CHILLIWACK. spacious & bright 1 bdrm, balcony, FREE heat, h/w, parking, elevator, great Mary St. location, from $625. 604-702-0722

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CHILLIWACK, The Newmark, 1 bdrm. + den, 5 appl., patio, u/grnd prkg. $725/m Avail. Now . Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077

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(604)858-9832 17 suites -1&2 bdrms

modern, well-maintained quiet, adult oriented building hot water & parking included lg kitchen with double sink 3 appliances, elevator insuite storage with W/D hookup Located next to bus

Heat included, some with balcony views, laminate flrs, quiet, bath bars, free share laundry included, near bus route, close to amenities, n/p, n/s no BBQ’s. Starting at $660/mo

8537 Young Rd., Chilliwack

CALL 604.701.8910

COTTONWOOD Apts. 1 Bdrm avail now. Near Cottonwood Mall, on quiet street. N/S, N/P. Hot water, 3 appl, balcony, elevator. 55+ ﬁrm

fairview & fairhaven

$100 Move-in Allowance

Leisure center, hospital & downtown minutes away. No Smoking, no pets, on premises coined laundry starting @ $570 mo.

Call Verna, 604-819-0445

Bole Apartments

715

604-819-6229

604-845-0044

Luxury Suites

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CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm avail now. Laundry Hook/ups, $700/m. Call (604)703-9076

Chilliwack, 9372 Fletcher St, 1 bdrm, heat & hot water incl. F/S, newly reno’d, move-in special $650/m, avail. now Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077 Chilliwack, 9425 Nowell St, 2bdrm, 1 bath, covered parking, laundry & heat incl. sm. pet negot. $800/m, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604792-0077 CHILLIWACK AREA, 1 & 2 bedrooms, family building close to schools, shopping and bus. Parking, laundry incl. small pet ok, avail now. Rob, 604-997-4206

HOMES FOR RENT

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HOMES FOR RENT

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Mail or bring in a photo along with your payment of $27.30 to The Chilliwack Progress 45860 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 6H9

Promontory, working person to share furnished executive home. 3 bd, 3 bath, 3 bay garage. Gym, i/net, lrg TV, util. incl., avail now. $600/m. (604)858-1937/791-1937

8977/9003 Edward St Diana, 604-792-4191 No Sunday calls.

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Rosedale. RV pads available. $400/month + hydro. Cable & Wifi avail. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $70/mo available. call 604-794-7361

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Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt. Ref’s req’d. 604-799-1472 to view

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The Chilliwack

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PROMONTORY, 3 bdrm, 3 baths, 5 appls, lrg fncd yrd. NS/NP. $1400 + utils. Avail now. (604) 991-0333.

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

CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $550 + util., fridge & stove. Avail now. Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077

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CALL THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO RESERVE YOUR TICKET: 604-793-4323

CHILLIWACK. 2 level, 2 bdrm, 2 bath home, lg yard, unfinished bsmt, ref’s req’d. Avail dec 15. $1050/m +dd. Call 1(604)853-0622

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Dress code: Formal Black and White Music by: Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra Prices: $80 each or 2 for $150. Table of 8: $550

CARRIAGE house for rent on beautiful Old Orchard Rd. Open concept, 1350 sqf, includes 2 full bath and drive-in garage/wokshop. Newly renovated. Gated property. Beautiful view. $950, includes utilities. Call 778-873-5450 or email reid@bullmooseproducts.com.

CHILLIWACK. 1 bdrm, $580/m; Heat & hot water incl. Ref’s, avail now. Senior discount. Call (604)7039076

CHILLIWACK; 1 Bdrm apt incl F/S, curtains, prkg & deck, $600. 2 Bdrm $700. Both have new carpets/lino. Close to bus, shops, Landing Rec Ctr & hospital. N/P. 604-792-2695

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Sardis, Chilliwack Lake Rd., 2 bdrm mobile. small pet neg, n/s, water, sewer, garbage & sat TV. $675/m. Avail now. (604)858-9687/819-0249

(no Sunday calls)

1 & 2 bedrooms suites, upmarket quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hookups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p.

5:00pm-6:30pm: Reception with local wineries and breweries paired with local meats and cheeses 7:00pm: Buffet Dinner 8:00pm-10:00pm: Awards Program

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

royal oak

1 & 2 bedroom

Broadway Maples Apts

COTTAGES

FAIRFIELD ISLAND; 1 bdrm ste attached garage & bsmt. Newly reno’d. Appls & lndry incl. $700mo + utils. Nov. 1. Ed (604) 818-3444

LOGAN PLACE/ LOGAN MANOR 9245 EDWARD ST. luxury apartments in an adult oriented bldg. 5 appliances, u/g parking, no pets. Certified crime free. On site Resident Managers

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR OUR AWARDS CEREMONY

Chilliwack, 9642 Coote St. 1/2 duplex, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, F/S, garage, workshop, fenced yard, pet negot. $1100/m Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

Certified crime-free multi housing.

1 bdrms start...$550/m 2 bdrms start...$670/m includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d (604)792-8974

Nominations for this year’s awards are now closed and we are thankful for the overwhelming reponse.

Chilliwack 2bdrm ranch dup in quiet area. Lrg yard. Nr schl/bus. Quiet. NS/NP $800. Immed. 604-454-4747

Call Trudi for an appt. 604-392-5684 No Sunday calls FOR Rent Jan. 1st 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom and 2 heated parking for rent at the “Vibe” in Chilliwack. In suite laundry and an open concept gives over 900 sq ft with a view of the mountains and green space from your balcony. $850 mth + uts (604) 617-2584 andrew@iaff18.org

JANUARY 25, 2014 TZEACHTEN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Vedder River. $600/m util incl, n/s, small, well-kept cottage, suit 1 person, lg. priv. yard, owner on site, near Vedder River for walks or fishing, cls. to Garrison shops, library, Cheam pool. Sec. deposit req’d, available Dec 15. (604)858-8161

Beautiful, crime-free certified, 55+

Heat/hot water * On-site Mgr. Adult Oriented * Elevator Large Storage Area * No pets Wheelchair access * Onsite laundry * Digital cable * Security cameras * Parking, apt. ins. required. 1 bdrms available now! $670/month Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!

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Apartments

Certiﬁed crime-free multi-housing residence complex.

BLACK AND WHITE GALA

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AVAILABLE Jan 1st! Bright and Cheery Fully Renovated office on 2nd floor of building on Airport Road. Main office approx. 360 sq ft with room for 3 people to work comfortably. Separate private front office approx 130 sq ft can be used for reception or? Pvt. bathroom and use of kitchen. Lots of parking for this secure building accross from RCMP. Will rent offices together or separately. $550/month plus GST for both offices. Call Chris at 1-866936-1858 ext 1 or email chris@loans2go.ca to view or for more info.

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

9462 Cook St.

presents

(off Vedder Rd South)

Call Mgr: 604-791-9488

LANAI Apartments

APARTMENT/CONDO

Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd

NOW RENTING

Chilliwack, senior building 55+, bachelor ste, $520/m & 1 bdrm, $560/m cls to shopping & amenities. Now. (604)703-9076

Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit. To Arrange a Viewing Call

RENTALS

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RENTALS

Birthdate: 45860 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 6H9

Babies of 2013

The Chilliwack Progress Wednesday, December 11, 2013 RENTALS 749

STORAGE

RENTALS 752

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TRANSPORTATION

TOWNHOUSES

810

AUTO FINANCING

LEWIS COURT

TRANSPORTATION 845

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

2 Bdrms $750/mo

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

For all your storage needs!

www.accessministorage.ca Call (604)824-0030

Quiet place. Seniors Discount. No pets.

CKING AND FILL A LITT O T S LE HE LL A

Call The Manager @

(604)316-5523

We Have 2 Playgrounds for your kids And are “Pet Friendly”

SUITES, LOWER

CHILLIWACK Yarrow. 2 Bdrm on acreage own w/d, d/w, suit mature tenants Ns/np. $700 incl water/hydro. 604-823-4118, 604-819-8498 CHWK: Bachelor suites & 1 Bdrm suites available. 55+ Laminate flrs, N/S, N/P. Incl heat/water. Call: 604997-7337, 604-792-5173

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TOWNHOUSES

3 BR + 1.5 BA & fenced back yrd For more info call Mike @ 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or email: wb@raamco.ca

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TRUCKS & VANS

The holiday season can be a difficult time of the year for families who are struggling to provide the necessities and have little or nothing extra for their children at Christmas.

1997 CHEVY 14 ft Cube Van. Gas & propane. Shop maintained. $3500. Please call (604)792-5151

WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES Part of the Multi-Housing Crime Free Program 9252 Hazel ST, Chilliwack, BC Move-In Incentive Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family Oriented.

Abandonment of Property Warehouse Lien Act

Chilliwack, 45185 Wolfe Rd, 2 level, 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, new paint, new floor, f/s, w/d, 2 cats allowed, no dogs, avail. now $1100/m. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-7920077

Estate of John Dean Clifford

RE/MAX Nyda Realty 20th Annual

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AUTO SERVICES

West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class. Premium and comfort package includes - navigation, voice command, heated and cooled seats, power rear shades and blinds, premium sound system, panoramic roofs both front and rear. Absolutely has it all. Very clean inside and out. No accidents. 150,000 km. Asking $29,500 OBO. Contact me via email for further information at:

December 14

jsarowa@shaw.ca or 604-897-1546

10:00AM - 3:00PM IHOP Restaurant 45466 Yale Rd. W.

A R T W I T H J OY

Stockings are fun to fill and so much fun for children to open!

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

Saturday,

R E A LT Y

Christmas Stocking Drive

NEWLY RENOVATED $990 PER MONTH + UTILS

750

L E PAG E W H E E L E R C H E A M 4th Annual

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

Join the REALTORS® of ROYAL LEPAGE WHEELER CHEAM REALTY to help fill stockings this holiday season.

The following will be disposed of by Selomas Mobile Court on or after January 6, 2014 for none payment of rent/storage for $350.00 plus all cost incurred by this action.

Wheeler Cheam Realty I N D E P E N D E N T LY O W N E D A N D O P E R A T E D

604-792-0077

1973 Paramount Mobile Pad 18,#GCSCFYMP60X123491 along with all contents, 2003 Suzuki Alto JS2RC41HX3521637

Stop by our office at #8 - 8337 Young Rd. to choose your child’s age category from 1-17. Stockings are provided (at cost) for $2. Return stockings with unwrapped items to our office by Dec. 13th,

Selomas Mobile Court Inquires: 604 798 9653

OR: No time to shop? Not sure what to buy? Drop off your cash donation and we will fill a stocking for you!

In The Matter of the Rent Distress Act & Surelock Mini Storage Park.

THE FILLED STOCKINGS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED BY CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY SERVICES.

Plumber John (John Johnnie) Fawcett, Marion Kemp, Glen Take notice that furnishings and personal effects located at 43903 Industrial Way, Chilliwack, B.C., V2R 4L2, if not claimed by December 20, 2013, will be disposed of accordingly. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to: The Manager, SureLock Mini Storage Park. (604)795-2424

HELP GIVE A CHILD A REASON TO SMILE THIS CHRISTMAS! 11-13 SD14

Songs, Strings & Steps eps presents

Notice To Creditors And Others Re: The Estate Of Anne Susan Bond aka Ann Susan Bond, Deceased Date of Death: July 16, 2013 Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of the late Anne Susan Bond aka Ann Susan Bond, formerly of Coquitlam, British Columbia, are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act (British Columbia) that particulars of their claims must be sent to the undersigned Executor, c/o Baker Newby LLP, 9259 Main Street, Box 390, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6K2 to the attention of Todd C. Harvey, Lawyer, on or before January 12, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the said Estate amongst the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which he then has notice. Karen Elizabeth Lockyer, Executor c/o Baker Newby LLP, Lawyers 9259 Main Street, Box 390 Chilliwack, BC V2P 6K2

FREE photo with Santa Claus

Bring A Toy... Share The Joy! Collecting new, unwrapped toys to assist Chilliwack Community Services’ Christmas Sharing Program for lessfortunate children in our community. Drop off your gift, stay for a visit, enjoy Christmas refreshments & enter to win one of our great door prizes. For the kids we have face painting, tattoos, goodies & treat bags! A professional photographer will be taking photos & you’ll receive a FREE framed photo with Santa, courtesy of RE/MAX Nyda Realty.

Featuring: Calvin Dyck & the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra Jubilate! directed by Larry Nickel Friday, December 20th, 7pm Saturday, December 21st 2pm and 7pm Central Heights Church, Abbotsford

Tickets: House of James; King’s Music - Abbotsford & Chilliwack Wheelchair seating please call 604.855.9696

pick a part

CASH FOR X-MAS CASH for all Vehicles FREE Towing QUICK Service ALWAYS Available 778-865-5454

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

C ABI NE T S-C OU NT E R T OPS

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Wednesday, December 11, 2013 The Chilliwack Progress

Tis the season for great deals Decorative Glass Plates

Christmas Last Chance!

Paderno Factory Sale

Remote Control Helicopter from

Got extremely dry hands well not anymore with O’Keefe’s Dry hands cream

9.95 Headphones d h & Ear Buds

Great Selection of

Wild Hats

Travel Bra Carrier

TOYS

.00

Portable Infrared Heater

Cheese Slicer

Blocks

heats up to 1150 sq. ft and uses replaceable hepa Àlter 3836-046

Chillsner Beer Chill Stick

Espresso Makers

Compatible with other brick brands

Jewellry ry ers Holders

(made by Corkcicle)

Rhinestone Jewellery

Leather Chang C Change Purses

14.95 1

$34.99

$7.99

12.00 Novelty Banks

GREAT STOCKING STUFFER FOR THAT BEER LOVER.

5.95

Bells

5.95

25% OFF Sesame Street WafÁe Maker

$22.49

Sesame Street Sandwich Maker

$18.75

Freezers F Freezer Fr r

Furniture Fu Fur urn e

Bedrails rails

Fuller 3 pack tape measures now only

Chest

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395.00

195.00 from

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Company coming? Share holiday cheer with a new

Mattress

Last truck of the year is on Dec. 16, 2013 so get your orders in this week to make it for Christmas, next truck is Jan. 6, 2014. www.fortins.com

up to

offf of 80% off APPLIANCES

Sizes Available

Twin from 98 Double from 19 5 Queen from 195 K

ing from 2 95 Boxsprin g from

Delivery Available

75 local same day

up to

65% off

Unit 116 - 44981 Commercial ercial i l Co Court, rt Chil Chilliwack, li ack BC PH: 604-393-7242

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from

$22.99

PARTS

5674 Vedder Road • 604-858-5289

27.95

Mortar Pestle

2 pack now only

4670-090 Was $9.49

from

Marble

$169.96 While supplies last.

24.00

www.canadianliquidation.com Store Hours: Mon - Sat 9am - 6pm Sun 11am - 5pm

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