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Grave robbers leave without the goods Chilliwack RCMP are asking for public help to find thieves involved in a disturbing graverobbing incident at a Chilliwack cemetery. Family visiting a grave April 20 found the plot was partially dug up. The would-be thieves weren’t able to access the coffin, which was encased in cement. They may have left in a hurry, abandoning several shovels at the scene. The deceased was buried there 20 years ago, along with some family heirlooms, including jewelry. Police believe the grave was dug up well before the family discovered it. “This is a disturbing occurrence,” said RCMP Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen. “We are taking this very seriously, but the cemetery is in a rural and remote area so we are asking the assistance of the general public in solving this.” Anyone who may have info is asked to call the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611 or Crime Stoppers (anonymously) at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS).

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Five-year-old James Simpson, a kindergarten student at Chilliwack Landing Preschool and Kindergarten, gently releases a couple of coho smolts into a stream along Chilliwack River Road during a visit to Skowkale Hatchery on Wednesday. The kids were celebrating Earth Day and got to release some of the 2,000 smolts into the stream that day. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Worst measles outbreak in 30 years: FHA Katie Bartel The Progress Nearly two months after the first case was reported, Fraser Health announced Monday the measles outbreak had finally been contained. The outbreak, which originated in East Chilliwack, was the worst Fraser Health has seen in almost 30 years. In a four week span, from March to April, more than 400 cases were reported; some patients requiring

hospitalization. “We haven’t had this large an outbreak since 1986,” said Dr. Michelle Murti, medical health officer for Fraser Health. The rapid spread is concerning. Even though measles has been eliminated in Canada, it’s still common in other countries. In fact, the recent outbreak, which started in a community notorious for low immunization rates, is suspected to have stemmed from a Chilliwack family visiting the Netherlands, a coun-

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try that’s been battling a yearlong measles outbreak. “When we have lower rates of immunization, that does put us at risk of having this type of an outbreak that can spread quite quickly,” said Murti. “The significance of this outbreak and how large and rapidly spreading it was is a good reminder for people to keep up to date on their immunizations.” Fraser Health has taken actions to help make it more convenient for families. The health authority recently started offering evening and

weekend times for parents to bring their children in for vaccinations. It’s also researching ways to make booking appointments easier. As well, Fraser Health is promoting online tools that remind parents when their child is due for an immunization, including ImmunizeBC.ca and Immunize. ca. ImmunizeBC.ca will send parents free text messages one month and one week before their child is due for immunization. Immunize.ca allows parents to keep track of their whole family’s

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Value of Metro waste incinerator power disputed Jeff Nagel Black Press Critics say Metro Vancouver’s updated business case to build a new waste incinerator depends on BC Hydro paying an artificially high price for its electricity by declaring garbage to be a green power source. The business case shows Metro has estimated the potential price BC Hydro will pay for the new plant’s electricity at $100 per megawatt-hour, which regional district officials say is in line with Hydro’s cost of generating new power with its planned Site C dam. But Belkorp Environmental, which operates the Cache Creek landfill, says the estimate amounts to a huge public subsidy of Metro’s incineration plan.

BC Hydro is asking regulators to approve a renewed power purchase agreement with Metro’s existing Burnaby incinerator that would pay $43 per megawatt-hour to operator Covanta Energy. Hydro’s submission indicates the market price of B.C. power exported to the U.S. is $24 per megawatt hour. Belkorp vice-president Russ Black says that’s the price Metro would have to accept for the new incinerator if its electricity isn’t counted as clean or renewable, as Hydro can buy only green power under provincial law. He said that means Metro has pencilled in electricity prices that are four times too high in determining a new incinerator is viable and would cost less in life cycle costs compared to using a B.C.

landfill. “The only justification for the incinerator today is if BC Hydro rate payers subsidize it to the tune of $200 to $300 million,” Black said, referring to the difference in prices over the plant’s life. Belkorp has challenged the proposed $43 price for the existing incinerator, arguing before the B.C. Utilities Commission that Hydro should pay only $24. Port Moody Coun. Rick Glumac said he doesn’t see how a new Metro incinerator can count as green energy or how the region can expect $100 per megawatthour. “I don’t think you can consider waste-to-energy to be clean energy by any stretch of the imagination because more than half of the energy derived from there is

from the burning of plastics,” said Glumac, who voted Monday with Coquitlam Coun. Neal Nicholson against accepting the revised business plan. Eight other Metro directors voted to accept it. Metro solid waste manager Paul Henderson said he’s confident $100 is “an absolutely reasonable” price based on Hydro’s investments in its own projects and because Metro would take on project risk. He said the power price for the existing incinerator reflects the fact it’s an old plant that’s fully paid off – any new capacity would come at a much higher price to reflect the actual cost of generating new power. Metro has just begun negotiations with BC Hydro on power

pricing for a new waste-to-energy plant. Henderson also noted the business case didn’t quantify the potential to sell energy into a district heating system, potentially at better value than electricity, because that depends on which site is selected. The updated business case, completed by consultants CDM Smith, concludes a new incinerator is “cost-effective” with costs marginally lower than landfilling at a capacity of 250,000 tonnes per year, and significantly lower if the new plant is 370,000 tonnes per year. Metro estimates it needs the larger burner if it can’t get beyond a 70 per cent recycling rate, up from 58 per cent now. Continued: POWER/ p4

Lawn bowling: ‘Chess on grass’ For nearly a century in, folks have gathered to test their skills at the oldest sports facility in Chilliwack Jenna Hauck The Progress One hundred years ago, the wealthy people of Chilliwack — local doctors, dentists, and prosperous merchants — would gather on pharmacist Harry J. Barber’s lawn, on Yale Road east of Victor Street, for a game of lawn bowling. It was quite an exclusive club. In 1922, about 10 years later, the Chilliwack Lawn Bowling Club was formed. The club is much more inclusive, and welcomes people of all ages and walks of life to join its club. The members are warm and friendly. “You have the time on the green to socialize with others,” says Carol Bell, club president. “It’s very pleasant, probably because it’s played in the summer months.” A sport that’s very gentle on the body, lawn bowling can be played by just about anyone. There is no strenuous physical activity involved, but it does keep one limber. “I’ve heard it described as being similar to chess on grass. It isn’t the rough and tumble sport of alley bowling,” says Bell.

The club is at about 20 members, mostly in their 70s and 80s. They would love to see their numbers increase. At $160 a year for membership, it’s a fairly inexpensive way to stay active and social, says Bell. For those wanting to give it a try before committing to a membership, there’s also the option of a $5 drop-in fee. Lawn bowling season runs from May to October and the club is open seven days a week. Bowling takes place at 9:30 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays; 6:45 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays; 10 a.m. on Saturdays; and 2 p.m. on Sundays. The Chilliwack Lawn Bowling Club is located at 9350 Edward Street (corner of Princess Avenue). There is no club phone number, but guests are welcome to drop in during the abovementioned times. The terms:

Bowls - The biased balls used in lawn bowling are called ‘bowls’. The bowls are weighted on one side, so instead of rolling in a straight line, they curl towards the weighted side. They come in dif-

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ferent sizes, from double zero (116mm in diameter, and 1.31kg) to size seven (131mm, and 1.56kg), to fit a player’s hand accordingly. Jack - Also known as a ‘kitty’. A smaller white ball which acts as the target. Green - The 110x110-foot play area. The length of grass is similar to that of a putting green. The grass is cut on an angle so as to not affect the line of the bowls when they are rolled. Rink - The green is made up of eight rinks across, each about 14-feet wide. End - A segment of play in which both teams or players roll or ‘deliver’ all of their bowls to the other end of the green. Normally, 12 ends make up a game.

Hog line - A line indicating the minimum distance which the jack must be rolled for the end to be valid. Runner - When a player throws a bowl to scatter several opponents’ bowls. It’s similar to a break shot in a game of pool. Four types of games can be played: Singles - Each player delivers four bowls, for a total of eight bowls rolled per end. Doubles - Each player delivers four bowls, for a total of 16 bowls rolled per end between the two teams. Triples - Each player delivers three bowls, for a total of 18 bowls rolled. Fours - Each player deliv-

ers two bowls, for a total of 16 bowls rolled. The game:

Lawn bowling is similar to curling. The objective of the game is to get your bowl as close to the jack as possible. At the beginning of the game a coin is flipped to determine which team starts by delivering the jack. Once in play, the jack may be knocked by a bowl to a new position. Once the jack has been rolled (by Team A), it is centred within the 14-foot rink. A mat is placed on the green, opposite the jack. Standing with one foot on the mat, Team A bowls first. The bowl is delivered with the weighted side on the

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CCS to sell Mary Street building The Progress A building on Mary Street owned by Chilliwack Community Services to provide immigrant services and more went up for sale this month. But the services from ESL instruction, to immigrant settlement or the Better at Home program will all stay in place at the downtown location, said James Challman, executive director of CCS.

“We are committed to carrying on business as usual, despite proposed changes in ownership,” he said. They’ll continue to use the Mary Street location in the foreseeable future by virtue of a new five-year lease agreement. The goal of selling the asset is to gain better flexibility for the organization. Ownership of the building “no longer fits the organization’s operating model,” said Challman, and increased cash

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Metro Vancouver is delaying its plans to unveil more potential sites for a new waste-to-energy incinerator and hold public meetings to gauge local support for them. Instead, it’s keeping as many as six sites proposed by various land owners under wraps until later this year. Metro solid waste manager Paul Henderson said it’s taking longer than anticipated for Metro’s board to choose a short list of the undisclosed sites and then obtain options to purchase them. Public consultations that had been tentatively planned for May in Nanaimo and on the Sunshine Coast for two other previously identified sites have also been shelved. Nanaimo council voted April 14 to oppose a proposed incinerator site at Duke Point, with the mayor saying his city won’t be known as Metro Vancouver’s garbage dump. Consultations had also been

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It estimates it would need to burn 250,000 tonnes of garbage if the diversion rate reaches 80 per cent and there’s no net increase in garbage generated. Henderson called the targets “very aggressive.” The capital costs are estimated at $424 to $517 million in 2018 dollars, depending on the size of the plant. Glumac and others on Metro’s zero waste

committee were critical the business case didn’t consider the potential for highly automated mixed-waste material recovery plants to pull more recyclables from garbage before it’s incinerated. Some waste-to-energy opponents say such plants could make a new incinerator redundant. Belkorp has proposed to build one in Coquitlam. Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan said

the justification for a new incinerator is solid. Others said Metro could – if recycling in the future proves better than expected – scale down the use of the older less efficient incinerator. Metro directors would not openly discuss the BC Hydro price point at which a new incinerator is no longer viable. Debate related to that continued behind closed doors.


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School carnival in time for Mother’s Day In need of a one-of-akind Mother’s Day gift? Robertson elementary could be your answer. The Chilliwack school is hosting its annual spring craft fair and carnival on May 3 – just in time for Mother’s Day. There will be more than 30 tables to peruse, featuring a wide range of gift ideas and other such funds. But it’s not just shopping. There’s also going to be several family fun activities on the carnival side: Games, face painting, cake walk, prizes and more. Admission is free with a canned food donation. There will be door prizes, concession and free parking. The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Roberston elementary located at 46106 Southlands Crescent.


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Local business owners surveyed on water issues Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The economy doesn’t have to be pitted against the environment. The Chilliwack-based WaterWealth Project is surveying Fraser Valley businesses to get their perspectives on the region’s waterways until May 22. “All too often, conversations about the economy and the environment are pitted against one another,” said Natalie Jones, Community Organizer with WaterWealth. “From our perspective at WaterWealth, the environment and economy walk hand-inhand – we can’t have one without the other. So we need to better

Josh Pretty, a Grade 12 G.W. Graham student, thanks Eleanor Meldrum for her work organizing the school’s Honda Civic raffle on Thursday. The annual car raffle brings in thousands of dollars for the school’s grad class, and because of the raffle expenses for the grad dinner and dance are now covered. The winner of the grand prize — a brand new 2013 Civic (valued at $25,000) — was Kandace Anderson. R. Nelson won the second-place prize of a $1,000 Roblin Travel voucher and a $500 Contiki Holidays voucher, and Kirby Dale Hourie won $500 in gas gift certificates from Shell as the thrid-place prize. Students sold $41,390 in raffle tickets. G.W. Graham’s grad takes place on June 26. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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Tom Fletcher BC Hydro customers who refuse to part with their mechanical power meters will continue to pay $32.40 a month for manual meter readings, with a refund on the balance of the $35 they’ve been paying since December. The B.C. Utilities Commission ruled on BC Hydro’s smart meter opt-out fees Friday, after an order from the B.C. government required the regulator to approve fees covering all of BC Hydro’s costs. A $20 a month charge will continue for BC Hydro customers who accept a digital meter with the radio transmission function turned off. The commission cut the one-time fee for disabling the meter radio to $22.60, far below BC Hydro’s proposed $100. Most of BC Hydro’s nearly two million customers now have fully functioning smart meters, which send daily readings to a collection network and signal when power goes out and comes back on. A few customers cling to theories that the meters present a health hazard, despite evidence that their signals are weaker than the natural background of radio frequency signals even in remote areas. BC Hydro’s meter upgrade was exempted from review, but the commission ruled last year on similar equipment for FortisBC’s electrical grid in the Okanagan and Kootenay regions. Commissioners rejected testimony from smart meter opponents, noting that their spokesmen were unqualified and in most cases repeating false or exaggerated claims in order to sell solutions to the purported hazards. The commission also reduced fees for customers who move and request a radio-off meter at their new address. To switch from a mechanical meter to a radio-off meter will cost $77.60, reduced from the BC Hydro’s proposed $100. Going from one radiooff meter to another will cost $132.60, down from the proposed $155 that includes activating the meter in the former residence.

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off the vast volume of natural gas that comes up with the more valuable light crude, while the U.S. environment lobby obsesses over the Keystone XL pipeline. Here’s another one that may upset people indoctrinated by our school system, media and our supposedly green B.C. Liberal Tom government. FLETCHER B.C.’s recent pine beetle epidemic was caused by human carbon emissions, right? Everybody knows that. Gordon Campbell hammered the point home in speeches for years. In 2012 I participated in a B.C. forests ministry tour of facilities where hardy seedlings are grown for reforestation. Test plantings

were also underway to see if the range of southern tree species is shifting northward due to climate change. During the bus ride, I asked the province’s top forest scientists if Campbell was right. The answer? We don’t have enough evidence to conclude that. As for shifting tree habitat, those decades-long experiments are continuing. The scientists confirmed what I already knew, which is that the most recent bark beetle epidemic is the latest of many. It’s the largest “on record,” but the record goes back less than a century. In 2008 I interviewed Lorne Swanell on the occasion of his 100th birthday. A graduate of UBC’s school of forest engineering, Swanell began his career with the forests ministry in 1930. After a year as a ranger, he was

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with personal experience. I can hear the rebuttals already. It takes long periods of extreme cold to kill the pine beetle. How long? Longer than those ones, of course. Similarly flexible theories are being advanced to explain the 17-year “pause” in Earth’s average surface temperature rise, the growing Antarctic ice sheet, and this past winter’s “polar vortex.” If anyone has substantial evidence that CO2 from human activity was the trigger mechanism for the latest beetle outbreak in B.C., I’d like to see it. But please, spare me the affirmations of quasi-religious faith that often pass for climate change arguments today. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Spill response called misleading Re: Chilliwack Progress “Kinder Morgan holds spill drill Thursday on Cheam beach” emergency response drill to oil spills on the Fraser River was a misleading feel good story about something that will not even apply to the Kinder Morgan pipelines. Those pipelines will not be carrying oil! The pipelines will carry diluted bitumen also know as dilbit which sinks in the event of a spill on water. A few floating containment booms such as those used in this exercise would be useless, given the historic track record of response times to spills that have happened recently. Dilbit is much more difficult to remove from waterways than the typical light crude oil. Bitumen extracted from tar sands has the consistency of peanut butter and must be diluted with chemicals to flow through

pipelines. Claims made by Enbridge where the company was promoting a page on its website saying that “crude oils, including diluted bitumen,” floats in water, was disproven when 3.3 million litres was spilled in Michigan’s Kalamazoo River on July 26, 2010. The company is still cleaning up and learning lessons about the way diluted bitumen behaves in fresh water. The biggest lesson, simply put, is that bitumen sinks. The Environmental Protection Agency in the US believes there is at least 684,000 litres of bitumen still in the river. When emergency responders rushed to the spill, they found that the Kalamazoo River had been blackened by oil. They didn’t discover until more than a week later that the ruptured pipeline

had been carrying dilbit from Canada’s tar sands region. While most conventional oils float on water, much of the dilbit sank beneath the surface. Cleaning it up would challenge them in ways they had never imagined. Instead of taking a couple of months as they originally expected, today the job still isn’t complete. Submerged oil is significantly harder to clean up than floating oil: A large amount of dilbit and oil remains in the Kalamazoo riverbed and that river will likely never fully recover. To summarize, it’s clear that if there is a spill on any of our waterways, we can say goodbye to having salmon, or any other living thing spawn in or near that water ever again. Robbin Yager Chilliwack

Build the oil refineries in Fort McMurray I found David Black’s opinion editorial on the eventual destruction of the North Pacific most interesting and timely, considering the federal Conservative government’s commitment on making a decision on the Northern Gateway Pipeline in June of this year. (‘Greatest environmental threat of our lifetime’, Progress, April 25). The idea of building a refinery in Prince Rupert has already

been proposed by BC Green party MLA Andrew Weaver. At the same time the honorable MLA knows this is still a tragic consequence, and does nothing to answer the real problem of global warming and environmental destruction. Opting for the lesser of two evils, Dr. Weaver is hoping the powers that be, see that the enormity of the investment involved and the public disdain for pipelining and tanker-

ing bitumen will deter them from increasing oil sands production altogether. Personally, and with all due respect, I think the answer lies in Fort McMurray itself. Why not build the refinery right there, then the bitumen never leaves the tar sands. This would also increase the safety of our rivers and pristine wilderness. For t McMurray could then become the distribution and

recycling return center. They could then build pipelines for distributing refined product, far safer and many times more lucrative. The money you save not building pipelines for bitumen and the cost of not having to tanker oil back and forth across the ocean, could be used towards refinery construction, which would be around $7 billion dollars. Art Green, Hope, BC

Broken glass no way to stop cars In the last couple of weeks there have been several young people using the previous Cultus Lake go-cart track as a meeting place with their cars. Drifting is a fairly new sport that can be done on a race track but unlike oval track racing the sport is more about a driving technique where there is a controlled slide on corners. The young people that have been using this track at Cultus have asked and received permission to do so. My son enjoys this sport and has had the opportunity to take part in an event at Kent Raceway. It is unfortunate because though he

drives very responsibly on the road he will often get stopped by the RCMP based on the appearance of his car. He and many of his friends who also enjoy the sport of drifting are responsible, hardworking, respectful members of the community. Unfortunately,someone who is opposed to the activity at the previous go-cart track at Cultus Lake has decided it would be a mature thing to do when placing hundreds of nails and broken fluorescent lamps on the track. If this is a way of trying to communicate disapproval, it was not well thought out. The fluorescent

lamps broken and on the track contain mercury which is very toxic for the environment. It only takes a single gram of mercury to contaminate a two acre pond. I am ashamed to say that I believe that an adult is most likely responsible for placing the broken lamps and nails all over the track! Whoever did this should have thought of a more mature way to express their complaints or concerns. I work for the school system and am proud to be an advocate for our young people when they act responsibly. Sometimes, it is the older adults that I question. Joy Bax

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Fraser Health Authority halts planned fecal transplants Jeff Nagel Black Press Fraser Health has halted plans for an unusual treatment of implanting feces into patients threatened by potentially deadly infections after the federal government objected. Fecal transplants are thought to be a way to introduce healthy gut bacteria that can crowd out and replace dangerous bacteria such as C. difficile. Stool from healthy patients can be added via enema or a tube down the throat. Doctors at Burnaby and Ridge Meadows hospitals were to provide the therapy to patients whose recurring C. difficile infections haven’t been cured by antibiotics and have battled chronic diarrhea. The physicians have argued fecal transplants are effective and could have saved the lives of multiple patients who died of C. difficile infections at Lower Mainland hospitals in recent years. Health Canada, which considers the treatment investigational, recently stated it can only be performed within clinical trials, which it has authorized in other provinces but not in B.C. Dr. Elizabeth Brodkin, medical director of infection prevention and control at Fraser Health, said Fraser has put the pilot project

on hold in response but she still strongly supports the concept. “We are fully committed to bringing this procedure to our patients in the near future as we know it can save lives,” Brodkin said in an emailed statement. Fraser didn’t believe fecal transplants would be considered an experimental drug limited to clinical trials until it got notification from Ottawa. “We aren’t considering a clinical trial for this procedure, as we feel there have been sufficient clinical trials to show that this treatment is safe and effective,” Brodkin said. She said the health authority first confirmed that the College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C. had no objection to physicians using the treatment. Brodkin points to a European trial that was halted early after it cured 94 per cent of C. difficile diarrhea sufferers compared to 27 per cent for the powerful antibiotic vancomycin. The findings, reported in early 2013 in the New England Journal of Medicine, concluded it was significantly more effective than antibiotics – three to four times more likely to cure the infection. Fraser Health’s first fecal transplant was performed in 2010 at Burnaby Hospital by Dr. Jeanne Keegan-Henry.

Fraser Health’s own newsletter hailed Keegan-Henry for pioneering the procedure in an article titled “The S**t Disturber.” It recounted how she bought a blender, labelled it ‘Don’t use for food’ and churned up a diluted mix of a healthy donor’s feces that she then implanted via colonoscopy into a C. difficile patient who was near death. A second implant was performed a year later by Maple Ridge Dr. Ed Auersperg but officials ordered a halt as they hadn’t been approved. The health authority reconsidered the issue last year and decided to pursue the new pilot. Keegan-Henry told the newsletter the “ewww” factor is the main objection, but not usually from patients. “By the time you’ve had diarrhea for two to three months, if someone says ‘I’m going to do something absolutely disgusting to you and within an hour you will stop having diarrhea and you may never have it again’ you’d be surprised how little resistance there is.” She described the fecal implants as a “cheap and easy” fix to an awful “heartbreaking” disease that incapacitates victims for months and kills some of them. “I don’t have any doubts this will save lives.”

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‘Living wage’ climbs 4% WAGE from page 9 Homer said 28 per cent of families with two children fall below the living wage threshold, and one out of three poor children live in families where at least one adult has a fulltime job. Businesses can become certified “living wage employers.” Currently, Vancity is the only such employer in the Fraser

Valley, although Homer says there are many other businesses who also pay a living wage. Catherine Ludgate, Vancity manager of community investment, said the company, which has 56 branches and 2,600 employees in B.C., began in 2010 ensuring that all its employees and people it contracts – for services such as security and janitorial – receive the living wage.

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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress It’s federal funding that will provide relocating or expanding companies with a better way to assess Chilliwack’s economic profile. Chilliwack Economic Partners Corporation will be receiving $20,000 “to attract, retain and expand foreign direct investment,” said ChilliwackFraser Canyon MP Chuck Strahl in a release. The funding is from the Invest Canada – Community Initiatives (ICCI) program. “Partnering with local communities, the Conservative government is working to attract foreign investment and the opportunities they bring,” said Strahl. One of the ways the funding will be used locally is to update CEPCO’s online community profile for Chilliwack by adding a foreign investment component, said Nettie Tam, manager of business development for CEPCO. “It a great marketing tool in that it gives us a competitive advantage,” she said. Chilliwack’s community profile contains info from the last census, with everything from demographics, to climate, to infrastructure. It allows relocating companies to look at Chilliwack, and do their due diligence, and “look at the community in a comprehensive way,” Tam said. Attracting foreign investment is

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Irene Wesenberg: Offering that second chance she said. Her brother continues to live in Winnipeg and Irene admits that she enjoys a close relationship with him, visiting him often during the summers. Irene was an active child and teenager and enjoyed participating in a variety of sports including swimming, tennis, basketball, baseball and volleyball. She played for the school Ana rep basMACEDO ketball and volleyball teams as well as being a member of the cheerleading squad. As an avid writer, she was editor of her high school’s newspaper in addition to being co-editor of the school’s yearbook. Irene also had a passion for music, singing in various choirs and taking piano lessons for eight years. “I actually enjoyed singing better so I started taking private voice lessons at the age of 18 and continued on for about nine years, on and off. I’ve performed in festivals, won awards and also did some work as a wedding singer. My dream was to become a professional singer but my goal now is to keep singing in choirs and performing solos when possible. Hopefully, when I

retire, I can audition and be accepted for musicals,” she offered. For the most part, Irene enjoyed school. “I just did not like math. I’m surprised that I didn’t end up bald because I literally felt like tearing my hair out during most of my math classes! In fact, in order to pass Math 11 and 12, my parents had to hire a tutor, which was not cheap in those days. Being immigrants, my parents always encouraged me to further my education and attend university as a way to gain further knowledge, as well as a better job and lifestyle,” she explained. On their advice and after graduating from high school in 1973, Irene enrolled at the University of Manitoba. After graduating from university with a Bachelor of Social Work and a Minor in Criminal Justice, she began working for Manitoba Community Corrections in 1979 as a Probation Officer for adults and youth in Winnipeg. Three years later, she was promoted to Regional Program Manager where she developed and implemented a provincial program allowing youth and adults to choose to work off the cost of their fines in the same places where people were doing their community service work (Fine Option Program). “This is

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where my love for community development work started. I enjoy helping offenders become more community-oriented and connected back to their roots. I also enjoyed helping community members see that offenders are really just people like themselves and that giving them a chance to be successful members of society is worthwhile.” In 1992, Irene and her family moved to BC. When the Ministry of Children and Families was formed in 1998, she was working with the Ministry of the Attorney General as an adult and youth probation officer. “We were asked to choose between family justice work, adult or youth probation. I chose to work exclusively with youth and joined MCF as a youth probation officer,” she said. Today, Irene is a Restorative Youth Justice Conferencing Specialist. “Youth Justice Conferencing is a voluntary process

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Bye Bye Birdie looks at rock and roll impact Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Imagine a simpler time. One that reigned before the rock and roll phenomenon swept North America. Bye Bye Birdie opens this week at G.W. Graham Theatre, directed by Randy Newbury, produced by Damon Fultz, with choreography by Karry Kozak. “It’s a show for all ages, with recognizable music and lots of energy,” says Newbury, who is

acting in, as well as directing, the musical satire. It’s 1958 and the advent of rock music is about to take America by storm. “Bye Bye Birdie captures the essence of that time,” Newbury says. “It looks at the impact of rock and roll and its impact on kids and adults alike.” It was the start of the generation gap. Kids felt like they weren’t being understood by their parents, and vice-versa. Bye Bye Birdie runs April

30 to May 10 at G.W. Graham Theatre, and the production is a partnership between G.W. Graham Theatre and Newbury Arts Concepts. A cast of 36 actors from age 10 to 80 is ready to entertain Chilliwack audiences with their singing, dancing and acting chops. The story of Bye Bye Birdie is loosely based on the star power of the likes of Elvis Presley or Conway Twitty. It follows the career of fiction-

al crooner and pop star Conrad Birdie who they learn is being drafted into military service. His legion of growing teenaged fans are crushed. That is until someone devises a plan for a new song, and staged kiss from Birdie’s number-one fan. They decide to release it live on the Ed Sullivan Show, before Birdie gets shipped out overseas. “It’s going to be very funny, and it’s a cheap night out,” Newbury says. Musical direction is by Paula

Quick, orchestra direction by Adam Van Loo, and stage managing by Steffi Munshaw. The show combines the talent of G.W. Graham students as well as community members. “It’s a joint collaboration between school and community to create an educational experience for students with both professional and amateur role models, all of whom are passionately dedicated to theatre,” he says. Continued: GRAHAM/ p29

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dd a taste of spring to this simple dinner with seasonal asparagus. Enjoy the sweet hint of honey and fresh thyme in this easy salmon grill. Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes • 15 mL (1 tbsp) sodium reduced soy sauce • 10 mL (2 tsp) canola oil • 10 mL (2 tsp) liquid honey • 10 mL (2 tsp) packed brown sugar • 5 mL (1 tsp) chopped fresh thyme or 2 mL (1/2 tsp) dried thyme leaves • 2 mL (1/2 tsp) fresh ground pepper, divided • 4 salmon fillets, about 150 g/5 oz each • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed • Half a fresh lemon The start of a healthier lifestyle begins in the kitchen. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. Health Canada has easy-toaccess resources that can help Chilliwack families take that first step toward better health. Here are some quick and simple ideas; for more go to healthycanadians.gc.ca

In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, oil, honey, sugar, thyme and half of the pepper. Place salmon in a shallow dish. Pour marinade over top of salmon, spreading evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes, turning once if possible. Lightly spray asparagus with cooking spray and place on preheated and oiled grill on medium high heat. Grill, turning

a couple of times until tender crisp. Add salmon fillets and grill for 5 minutes. Discard marinade. Turn salmon over and grill for about 5 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily when tested*. Serve with asparagus. Squeeze lemon over asparagus just prior to serving. *Use a digital food thermometer to check that salmon has reached an internal temperature of 70°C (158°F). Makes 4 servings. Just snap it! To get rid of the woody ends, bend each asparagus stalk near the bottom end and it will break off at the right spot. • Little chefs can help to whisk the marinade together and snap the ends off the asparagus. • Pick the perfect asparagus. Look for asparagus that are crisp and have bright green spears with tightly closed tips. To store, stand spears in 2.5 cm (1”) of water or wrap ends with damp paper towel. Cover, refrigerate for up to four days. • Transform this meal into tomorrow’s lunch salad. Make extra salmon and serve it on a bed of greens.

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Getting serious on the journey to healing Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Sto:lo Grand Chief Doug Kelly has spent 18 months getting fitter and healthier than he’s been in years. He did it by waging a determined battle to make some major lifestyle changes. The catalyst was the poor results from a health assessment that he’d taken at a conference. “When I failed that assessment — and I failed it miserably — I knew I had to make changes,” says Kelly, 53, who is chair of the First Nations Health Council. He couldn’t escape. He had to exercise more. Transform the diet. Ditch the salt. Balance his sugars. Bring down the blood pressure. He had to get serious. But he also knew himself well enough to grasp that he had to reduce the weight gradually, or it would all be gained back, “with interest.” Now he’s crediting stalwart support from his doctor, and his wife, his family, and fellow FHNC members, for helping him get this far. Kelly’s healing journey started about two years ago, when he was challenged by the CEO of the First Nations Health Authority, Joe Gallagher, to become a health “champion” along

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with other members of FNHC. “He put it as kindly and diplomatically as possible that he needed role models to step up and model healthy behaviour. That starts with everybody

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“What a beautiful day for a run, with thousands of folks from all races and many places,” Kelly posted on his Facebook page after the event. He was pleased to finish it without walking, and within his goal of an hour and 10 minutes. That’s a long way away from where he was at not too long ago, huffing and puffing at 325 pounds, trying to kickstart his fitness regime. It’s one thing to accept the idea of a healing journey in your head, he says. But it’s another to really accept it in your heart. Grand Chief Kelly and his wife, Sherry, cleaned up their diet dramatically last year by cutting out most simple carbs and going gluten-free. He loves red meat, but these days he opts for chicken or fish, and more vegetables now. “We eliminated processed food, junk food, and fast food to concentrate on fresh, healthy food,” Kelly says. “When I think about going on a diet, it feels like I’m being punished. “If I think, ‘I’m eating healthy food,’ it helps me make that attitude adjustment. I make choices every day about eating healthier.” The job requires him to travel across the province, meaning he’s eating out in restaurants a lot of the time. continued on page 24

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“I order lots of salads, with chicken, fish, or shrimp.� He is walking the walk, as well as talking the talk. “I’m open about what I’m doing and what I’m going through,� he says. Kelly has about 1,000 friends on Facebook, and many have messaged him to say how much his journey has inspired them to commit to their own health plans. “I didn’t fully appreciate until then what possible impact that role models could have on people.� Losing his parents while they were still young had a profound effect on him. “I never believed I’d make it to 50,� he says. “Every day since then has been a bonus. Now I’m asking what kind of shape I will be in as a greatgrandfather.� He has lost a whopping 80 pounds over the 18 months. “If you would have told me two years ago that I’d be here, having lost all that weight, I would have said, ‘No way.’� He did it with dietary changes

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How to help your kids grab a few digital free days Smartphones and tablets appear to have staying power. The Pew Research Center confirms that smartphone penetration has surpassed the 50 percent mark among mobile subscribers. Many others are routinely using tablets to access books, television shows, movies, and magazines. In multiscreen homes, televisions are still king. According to a 2012 Nielsen report, the average person over the age of two spends more than 34 hours a week, or more than four hours per day, watching live television. Those findings should raise an eyebrow, as health experts warn that excessive screen time can be hazardous to one’s health. A sedentary lifestyle spent in front of computers and video game consoles contributes to poor health. Of the leading industrialized countries, the United States has the highest obesity statistics, and Canada is not far behind. Obesity can impact cholesterol, cardiovascular health, risk for type 2 diabetes, and risk for stroke. Excessive screen time can lead to sleep and eating disorders, interfere with a person’s ability to focus and negatively affect a person’s perfor-

mance at school or work. Getting a family active and reducing time spent in front of a screen can have profound effects, and reducing screen time doesn’t have to be difficult. • Gradually implement changes. Families immersed in electronic devices can cut down on screen time slowly and over the course of several weeks rather than tuning out cold turkey. Start by reducing time spent watching television or playing video games by one hour per week, and gradually reduce time spent devoted to such activities in the ensuing weeks. • Hide devices. The mantra, “out of sight, out of mind” can work with respect to digital devices. If tablets or smartphones are tucked away, family members may feel less inclined to reach for them at any given time. Just as you wouldn’t stock your pantry full of fattening foods while trying to lose weight, don’t make digital devices readily available throughout the day. • Keep televisions out of the bedroom. Children who have televisions in their bedrooms tend to Continued: SCREEN/ p27

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Keep your kids on the MEND MEND from page 25 the MEND friendly and MEND unfriendly ingredients. They learn how to read nutrition labels, how to pick out unrefined foods versus refined ones, as well as healthy fats and sugars versus unhealthy ones. “We’re not telling them they can’t eat MEND unfriendly ingredients, we just want them to be more aware and eat more of the MEND friendly ingredients,” said Gieselman. “We’re asking families to make small changes and we’re equipping them with the information and tools to make those changes manageable.” The physical activity component is based, again, on fun, not

competition. Games like RockPaper-Scissors Olympics get the children’s heart rates pumping and breathing intensified, all the while uproariously laughing. “A lot of these kids really lack confidence in a physical setting,” said Gieselman. “The MEND physical activity component really helps build their confidence.” Even though MEND is geared for kids, it requires parent support. At least one parent or guardian must attend the sessions, where they will also be given tips on how to eat healthy on a budget, and how to incorporate MEND principles into a busy lifestyle, or at a restaurant. “Role modeling is so important,” said Gieselman.

“Getting kids to change their habits at an early age sets them up for longterm success.” MEND uses the Body Mass Index scale to determine healthy weight. The program starts on May 1 at Chilliwack secondary and runs on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participating families will be provided with a three-month family membership to the YMCA during the program, and those that complete will receive an additional three-month pass. For more information, contact Andrea Gieselman at 604-7993732 or agieselmanymca@ gmail.com.

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• Plan more family activities. Boredom can easily give way to time spent fooling around on the Internet or channel surfing. Parents should have a cache of ideas at the ready that promote active family time. Neighborhood walks or tossing around a baseball in the yard are enjoyable activities that cut back on time spent being sedentary. • Be steadfast. Do not throw in the towel too soon. Families should stand their ground when attempting to decrease their screen time in favor of healthier activities.

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Framed by a health promotion message that is used around the world, Live 5-2-1-0 is solution oriented (we have tips on how to follow it!) and evidenced-based (it works!). Led by the Chilliwack Division of Family Practice, in partnership with SCOPE, a project of the UBC Department of Pediatrics, BC Children’s Hospital and the Childhood Obesity Foundation, we are working with community partners to make the healthy choice, the easy choice for children in the community. One way we are doing this is working with local family doctors to make the discussion of healthy living, using the Live 5-2-1-0 message a regular part of family practice with children 2 to 18 years. In partnership with SCOPE we developed a Physician Toolkit, as well as resources for families, to help them Live 5-2-1-0 every day. Visit our website to access those resources today!

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better support the needs of vulnerable patients, enable patients that want a family doctor to find one, and increase the capacity and improve the delivery of primary health care in our community. When we conducted a community survey in Fall 2013, over 3000 community members shared their voice as partners in their health care. We listened, and are working on initiatives to improve your access to primary health care, including the Chilliwack Primary Care Clinic.

Chilliwack Primary Care Clinic In the CPCC, Nurse Practitioners work with Family Doctors in a multidisciplinary setting to support unattached patients and provide ongoing primary care for complex patients, including those with mental health and addiction problems. We also aim to get you attached to a primary health care provider in the community. If you are currently unattached and looking for a primary health care provider, please call the CPCC at 604-702-2850 or visit our website for more information and a registration form for unattached patients.

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The honky-tonking Juno winner is on a Spring Thaw Tour. From rockabilly to western swing, ballads to country-rock with an occasional yodel thrown in, Corb Lund and his three piece band Hurtin’ Albertans are coming to Chilliwack next week. Countr y 107.1 and Rock.It Boy Entertainment present Corb Lund with guests Harlan Pepper on Thursday May 8 at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. The Juno-winning songcraft of Corb Lund runs from goth girls to survivalists, bovines to bibles and antique pistols to vintage motorcycles; exactly what you would expect form a native son of Alberta. Their latest album Cabin Fever, screamed to Canada’s number one album in its first week. The album also made the Polaris Prize long-list in addition to receiving rave reviews across the globe from the likes of NPR, Uncut (9 out of 10) and the New York Times who described it as “an album of pithy mischief and roguish charm.” From the regretful ballad “The One I Left in the Chamber”, the twangy paean to survival “(You Ain’t a Cowboy) If You Don’t Get Bucked Off”, the yearning “September”, the raucous “Drink It Like You Mean It” and the apocalyptic “Gettin’ Down on the Mountain” to the bluesy “Dig Gravedigger Dig”, the wily road tale “Bible on the Dash” and the Betty Page-inspired “The Gothest Girl I Can” and more Cabin Fever delivers a dozen ass-kicking songs. Tickets are $37.50 (+ sc) at the Centre Box Office or at 604-391-7469 or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

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The entire theatre, from the lobby to the seats will be decked out in 50s memorabilia to help the crowd get in the mood, with interactive activities in the lobby. The musical features classic tunes such as Put On a Happy Face, Rosie, and many more. Bye Bye Birdie, in the Graham Theatre, April 29-May 10 at G.W. Graham Middle Secondary School at 45955 Thomas Road, 604-847-0772. Special Preview is on April 29, 7:30 p.m. by donation to the Patrick O’Brien Scholarship Fund, most shows at 7:30 p.m. but 2 p.m. Sunday matinee is on May 4. Tickets are $15/$10 at GW Graham Middle Secondary School 694-847-0772 or the Dogfather (9701 Menzies St) 604-392-4364.

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Art of Wine Festival May 10

The Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society is presenting a spring benefit event specifically designed to support the arts and craft programs at The Centre. Gather up your friends for Chilliwack’s first Art of Wine Festival to be held on May 10 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. as over 50 wines are being poured for tasting. This evening will be a celebration of British Columbia’s fabulous wines including representation from more than 25 British Columbia wineries. Music from The Stuart Young Trio will set the scene along with foods chosen to complement the various wines. A silent auction will also take place with some of British Columbia’s wines to bid on. There will also be a selection of items donated to the event in support of the society. Proceeds from this fun event will be used towards supporting The Cultural Centre’s increasingly popular arts and crafts programs. With an ever expanding variety of classes, ranging from painting and drawing, photography, acting, glass bead making to pottery and kids classes, there is a class for everyone wanting to explore their creativity at all levels. Call the Centre Box Office today to secure your place, 604.391.SHOW (7469), visit www.chilliwackculturalcentre. ca, or in person at 9201 Corbould Street.

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High Time radio release Friday at Echo Room Jennifer Feinberg The Progress It’s high time for local country rock artist Todd Richard to put out a hot new single. Join him for a special “radio release” night at the Echo Room Night Club on May 2. The singer backed by the six-piece TR Band will be playing tunes from the new album, High Time, including the title track as the evening’s exciting finale. “We’re hoping everyone loves it,” Richard says about his new song. “It’s totally different. This one has way more of a rock edge that will blow the roof off.”

High Time, which he describes as a “working man’s summer anthem” is being released on iTunes Canada on May 2. “We want to have all our ‘frands’ hear it live and loud in Chilliwack’s exclusive Echo Room on Friday,” Richard says. He likes to call his fans “frands” since they’re more like friends, he says. Expect a mix of rock tunes, country rock, with originals from his last album and the new album that he hopes will be out by next fall. Richard has been keeping busy, making it to the Top 25 artists in the Vancouver region for the CBC Searchlight contest. He’s also got a new look to go with

his new song. “Yep, the goat is gone,” he laughs. “I went for a cleaner look. The goatee will be missed, but not forgotten.” On drums for the TR Band on Friday will be Jerry Adolphe, who lays down the percussive rhythm with Bill Henderson of the band Chilliwack. Curtis Pope from Country 107.1 will be emceeing the night. Check out more including a clip of the new tune, High Time, at ToddRichard.ca. Todd Richard and the TR Band, May 2, Echo Room, doors at 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 at 604703-4450 or 604-793-8824. Or catch him May 22 at the Hard Rock Casino in Vancouver on the Asylum Sound stage.

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What a night! Thank you to everyone who contributed to the 22nd Annual Salute to Spring Gala.

We raised just over $30,000! Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: TD Bank; Gold Sponsors: Baker Newby, Chances, Odlum Brown; Silver Sponsors: Mertin and MNP; Bronze Sponsors: Envision, Heritage Chiropractic, KPMG, Murray Honda and O'Connor RV. Thanks to our official beer sponsor: Old Yale Brewing Company; Decor Sponsor: Minter Gardens and Media Sponsors: Star 98.3 and the Chilliwack Progress. Thank you to all the Auction donors for helping to make this event such a success. And thank you to the guests who helped support this fundraising event. Thanks to our Emcee Cari Moore and Auctioneer Jennifer Forbes for making it such a fun night! Thanks to our wonderful entertainers The Golden Spike Can Can Dancers and the Brothers Arntzen Brass Band, plus DJ Dave Kelly of DKX Entertainment. Thanks to Mehdi, Lance and the rest of the staff at Chances for the superb food and service. Thank you to our speakers - Executive Director James Challman, Board President Luke Zacharias, Early Years Program Director Jackie Ayer and Tamara Holdal from our Sardis Family Place. Thanks to our Committee members Leanne Adderley, Desmond Devnich, Leah Dickey, Debbie Fletcher, Jessica Jones, Teresa Laynes, Corinne McCabe, Cari Moore, Heather Perdue and Shirley Triemstra. Thanks to our Volunteers - James Challman, Kyla Dove, Steve Dove, Lisa Gustafson, Leah Hargreaves, Jessica Jones, Lenni Kennedy, Mark Massar, Abbey Massar, Gail Tolsma and Terry Triemstra. Special thanks to Terry and Shirley Triemstra for all the work that you did with the decor, it was amazing! And thanks to Shirley and Leah Dickey for all their help putting together everything for this event. All proceeds from the Gala help support Better Beginnings, Family Literacy programs and Family Place. Your support is greatly appreciated!

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Pricing policies Many mechanics offer free estimates, but that should not be taken for granted. When bringing a car in for an estimate, drivers should confirm with the mechanic who will conduct the examination if the estimate is free or if they will be charged an inspection fee. In addition to any fees regarding estimates, drivers should also inquire about labor costs and the payment policies at the facility. Labor can be quite expensive, so it's best that you know these rates in advance of any repairs being conducted on your vehicle. It's also important to get a rundown of the company payment policies, especially if your vehicle is in need of potentially costly repairs. You don't want the bill to shock you once the work has been completed, so

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Few decisions weigh as heavily on automobile owners as their choice of mechanic. A good mechanic goes a long way toward ensuring drivers and their passengers stay safe on the road and that those drivers' vehicles perform at their peak for years to come. That's an important role to play, and it's why many drivers acknowledge that choosing a mechanic is a decision that should not be taken lightly. Rest assured you don't need to be a car guy or gal to find a trustworthy and talented mechanic. You might just need to open a dialogue with a prospective mechanic, discussing a handful of topics that can help you feel more comfortable and know you have made the right choice in automotive service provider once a final decision has been made.

Parts Replacing parts on a vehicle is a cause for concern for many drivers, and rightfully so. Consumer advocacy groups have exposed many mechanics who pass off used auto parts as new parts, charging their customers new part prices along the way. While there's no way drivers can guarantee they won't fall victim to such criminal behavior, they can inquire about company policies regarding vehicle parts. Does the garage even install used parts? If so, do they let drivers choose either new or used parts before any work is done? If the garage only uses new parts, ask for parts with solid warranties, so if the part must be replaced, you won't have to pay for it again.

Documentation The preowned vehicle market is thriving, and drivers who take care of their vehicles have earned the right to reap their rewards for being good owners when it comes time to sell the car. When interviewing prospective mechanics, ask if they are willing to provide detailed documentation of any work they do on your vehicle. Such documentation can then be shared with prospective buyers when you want to sell the car, and it also serves as a way to keep the garage accountable for all the work they have done on the car throughout your relationship.

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in rainy conditions Rain is blamed for many accidents, but many of these situations are largely preventable among drivers who adapt to the weather and roadway conditions. Here are some things to consider. • Reduced visibility occurs from wiper blades, glare (particularly at night) and heavy downpours. When you are unable to see the road ahead, including other vehicles, reduce your speed. If the rain is coming down in torrents, pull over to the side of the road and wait for a respite. Turn on your lights to ensure you are visible to other cars on the road. • Recognize that rain can cause slick conditions. A film of water develops on the roadways, and that can affect the performance of your vehicle's tires. Less traction means the car can slip and slide. Hydroplaning, or coasting on the surface of the water, is common. Another, lesserknown condition is slickness caused by grease and oil in the asphalt. During a long dry spell, these substances build up on the roads. When it rains, the oil and water doesn't mix, bringing the oils to the surface and exacerbating slick conditions. The first few hours of a rainstorm can be quite dangerous until heavier rains wash the oils away. • Water spraying up onto tires and brakes can compromise braking ability. That means it could take longer to stop under wet conditions. Do not

tailgate and leave extra room between vehicles. If you drive through a puddle of water, pump the brakes and test them out to be sure you can stop. Brake earlier so that other drivers understand your intentions and can react accordingly.

• Avoid extremely large puddles. First of all, you cannot judge the depth of the puddle and you may end up getting stuck, especially in the event of roadway flooding. Water splashing into the engine compartment may damage electrical components. Steer around puddles to be on the safe side. • Use extra care watching out for pedestrians. A normally observant person may be distracted by the rain, puddles and wrangling an umbrella and veer into the path of cars. Be mindful of the side of the roads and where pedestrians may be, such as around parked cars. • Change wiper blades twice per year. You do not want to be caught with shoddy wiper blades in poor conditions. Without an effective wiper blade, rain cannot be cleared effectively from the windshield. • Limit distractions inside of the car to focus even more of your attention on the road. While some have become accustomed to answering phone calls or fielding questions from the backseat while driving, avoid such distractions when driving in the rain. Turn down the radio if you must and encourage passengers to remain quiet until safely home. • Leave extra time to get to your destination. Rain causes slowing down of traffic. Rushing may increase your risk of being in an accident, so always leave extra travel time when driving in wet conditions. • Make way for emergency personnel. Accidents and bad weather are

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However, on short trips, that condensation often does not have enough time to evaporate, and over time too many short trips will lead to an accumulation of water in the muffler that can lead to rust and rust holes on the muffler. Short trips also can negatively affect gas mileage. When possible, leave your car at home on trips into town when you can just as easily walk or ride a bicycle. Over time, reducing the amount of short trips you take in your car will greatly reduce wear and tear on your vehicle and improve your fuel efficiency as well. • Stick to the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule. Adhering to your vehicle's maintenance schedule serves many purposes, including improving the its durability and protecting various components, including its cooling system and drivetrain.

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Art 33, the annual Chilliwack District 33 high school art exhibition, runs May 1 to June 7 at the Chilliwack Art Gallery. Opening reception is set for Saturday, May 3 from 1 to 3 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesdays to Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m.

Theatre Junkies Anonymous presents Alice in Wonderland at the Cultural Centre at 2 p.m. today. Tickets $10 and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

FRIDAY Chilliwack country musician, Todd Richard, has recently been voted one of the top 25 artists in the Vancouver region for the CBC Spotlight contest. He performs tonight at Echo Room. Tickets are $10.

MONDAY

Chilliwack Senior Veterans Society brings Jeff ‘Elvis’ Bodner to the stage at 9233 Main St. Doors open at 1 p.m., and show is at 2 p.m. Tickets $20. 604792-5850.

SATURDAY

Christ Lutheran Church choir presents An Afternoon in Song at 2:30 p.m. at the church (9460 Charles St.). Tickets $10 available at the door or call 604-8584814. Children 12 and under are free.

Urban X Events presents Evening of Comedy at 9 p.m. (doors at 8 p.m.) at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel featuring some of Vancouver’s top stand up comedians. Tickets $20 online at www.urbanxevents. com, or $25 at door. Ages 19+.

Chilliwack Festival Chorus presents Hard Times - Come No More, at the Cultural Centre May 3 (at 7:30 p.m.) and May 4 at 2:30 p.m. in the Rotary Hall Studio Theatre. Tickets: $20/adults, $17/ seniors, $8/students. 604-391-7469.

The Chilliwack Harmony Chorus meets Monday evenings from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church (9460 Charles St.). Men and women are all welcome.

TUESDAY Trevor McDonald and The Jones Boys perform five nights a week (Tuesday to Saturday) in the Copper Room at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort.

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The last film of the Chilliwack International Film Series is tonight at 7 p.m. at Cottonwood 4 Cinemas. Tickets $6 at the door. Tonight’s movie is Le Week-end; UK; English; 93 min.; 14A; comedy, drama.

The Art of Wine Festival is a benefit event, featuring music from The Stuart Young Trio, at the Cultural Centre at 7 p.m. on May 10. There will be selections from more than 25 different B.C. wineries Proceeds go to support the Cultural Centre’s arts and crafts programs. Tickets $45 and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

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Evaluating competing offers when selling your home When you are faced with multiple offers on your home, how do you choose the right one? Your Realtor can help you compare and contrast the terms of each offer. First and foremost, there is the price offered for your home. However, even if the price seems reasonable be sure that you understand any other terms in the offer that might reduce your net profit. Can you work out a mutually agreeable date for you to move out and for the buyers to move in? How ‘clean’ is each offer? Do the buyers have another property to sell before they can close on yours? Can you get reasonable assurances that the buyers will be able to qualify for the financing they will need? Your Realtor can help you weigh the relative merits of each offer, so that you can accept – or counter – the best one, and line up one as an alternative. ‘Clean’ is a term that is often used to describe an offer on a house. A ‘clean’ offer does not refer to the price of the house, but to the terms of the agreement. If a buyer wants a particular house, the ‘cleaner’ the offer, the better.

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Date Book to our online calendar at www.theprogress.com/ calendar. Four Directions Martial Arts is bringing Warpath Fighting Championships, an MMA event, to Tzeachten Hall on May 2 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $35

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5 to 11. Adult Mental Health Day is May 10. Why not wear a green ribbon to mark mental health week? Green ribbons will be available at the main entrance of the Chilliwack General Hospital. Wear one to help raise awareness about mental health. One thousand ribbons will be assembled by members of the Early Risers Community Inclusion Service, a program run by the Chilliwack Society for Community Living. For more information, contact Sabine Mendez, Chilliwack Healthier Community coordinator at coordinator@ healthierchilliwack.ca, or 604-703-8096.

eral colourful varieties including giants and the shorter dwarfs and teddy bears which are ideal for patio planters. While you are choosing your sunflowers you can enjoy the music, coffee, tea and homebaked goodies and there is a lot of room for kids to play. www. turntothesun.org. The Gogos raise funds on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation which provides support and assistance to African grandmothers — raising their grandchildren who have been orphaned by the HIV/AIDS pandemic — through grassroots, community based organizations.

The West Coast Kart Club presents its annual Parts for Karts Swap Meet on May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Greg Moore Raceway (136 Dyke Rd.). The event runs rain or shine and is open to the public. Free admission. www. westcoastkartclub.com

The Chilliwack Lions Club is hosting its Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on Sunday, May 11 at their hall (47130 Hope River Rd.) from 8 a.m. to noon. Breakfast is by donation, plus there will be gifts for all the mothers. For more information on this or other Chilliwack Lions events, contact club president, Bernie, at 604-392-5862 or email thelonepostman@yahoo.ca.

The Chilliwacky Gogos is holding its annual Turn to the Sun - Sunflower Seedling Sale on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gwynne Vaughan Park. There will be sev-

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chips, popcorn, cotton candy and ice cream. Admission is free. Everyone welcome.

Ongoing Events: The Chilliwack Common Threads knitting circle welcomes new and experienced knitters to join them Tuesday nights at Carman United Church (7258 Vedder Rd.). This is a non-religious knitting group. They meet upstairs in the Heritage Room above the church office. Share your skills and passion, knit along with our charity plans, or just come to share the good company. For more information, check out our group on Ravelry.com or email loriangela@telus.net Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship luncheons are held every Saturday at 12 p.m. at Homer Restaurant (46090 Yale Rd.). Come and hear exciting testimonies. Everyone welcome. For more info call 604-3164540, or 604-824-0185. www.fgbmfi.ca Are you gay, bisexual or just not sure? Hominum Fraser Valley is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. They meet on the last Friday of every month. For information and meeting location, call Art at 604-462-9813 or Don at 604-329-9760. The Nar-Anon Family Groups are a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. The local group meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at 9800 McNaught Rd.

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Studying soccer in new phys-ed course Eric J. Welsh, The Progress Shane Mummery sees all the academies popping up at schools around town and thinks they’re a great idea. A soccer academy at Mt. Slesse middle school. Hockey academies at Chilliwack middle school and Sardis secondar y school. Sardis has a golf academy as well. In Mummery’s book, anything that makes sports more accessible is a good thing. But there’s the word. Accessible. The Chilliwack secondary school teacher knows many students in his building can’t afford academy fees, which, in some cases, run upwards of $1,000. Hence, a new fee-free phys-ed offering, approved by the school board, that starts in September. The new course will be soccer specific, providing 100-plus hours of training under the guidance of Mummery, a certified coach. “In our catchment area we’re trying to look at what they (students) can afford and what they want,” Mummer y explained. “We’ve always had a huge interest in soccer at this school, and thought a boardauthorized course, at no cost, would fit the bill.” Participating students will earn a phys-ed credit. The course will be offered in one of two ways. “It will either be semestered or linear, but that hasn’t been determined yet,” Mummer y elaborated. “Semestered means they’d be doing the course every day for one semester, September through Februar y or Februar y through June.” A linear course would be year long on alternating days. “The focus will on building their skills and knowledge of the game,” Mummery

said. “From fitness to nutrition to technical knowledge and team play — creating a broader understanding of what it means to play the game. “We have a lot of students who are interested in soccer and want to excel in it, but they can’t afford some of the camps and other things that are out there.” The CSS setup sounds very academy-like, even if it’s not. Activities are taking place during school hours, and the course gives credits towards graduation. “The big difference between the two would be, with the academies you get a lot of community coaching involvement, where this will be entirely in house,” Mummery said. “We won’t be asking the community for help in any way, and I think that’s where a lot of the academies incur costs — using community fields and rinks and getting outside coaches.” The course will be available to all students, regardless of skill level. Mummery will do an assessment in the first week to see where his students are at, and tailor his coaching to fit. “It’ll be a case-by-case scenario where we do the skills assessment to see where they’re at and take it from there,” he said. “We’ll have some who have skills at a high level, and we’ll have some that maybe haven’t played soccer for five or six years. We have to focus on each individual student and their needs.” The course is such a simple concept, it’s strange that it hasn’t come up before. Traditionally phys-ed courses are a bit of a mishmash, introducing a dozen or so sports to students through the year. One week badminton. The next week ballroom dancing. The week after that floor hockey.

If she wishes to, Chilliwack secondary school student Emma Rose (left) will be able to enroll in a new soccer-focused phys-ed course being offered for the first time this fall. JENNA HAUCK FILE PHOTO

“There’s a curriculum that needs to be followed, and we need to follow the BC guidelines,” Mummery said. “But you can always have a boardauthorized course if you can get the school district on board with something they feel is worthwhile.” Others throughout the district will no doubt be watching this experiment, and it could open the door to similar offerings at other schools.

“Our numbers are looking good so far, with the ability to go ahead with at least one class and maybe more,” Mummery said. “We’ll see how things unfold and I’m excited about it for many different reasons. I’ll be interested to see how the students progress from the start of the year to the end of the year.” Anyone wanting more info can email Mummery at mumms20@hotmail.com

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Express rolling at Western Canada Cup The Coquitlam Express are 2-0 to start the Western Canada Cup, and look to stay unbeaten tonight as they face the Yorkton Terriers. The Express are the BCHL representative in the tournament that includes the junior A champions from BC, Alberta, Saskatchean and Manitoba — plus the hosts from Dauphin, MB. Coquitlam beat Alberta’s Spruce Grove Saints 3-1 Sunday and edged the Winnipeg Blues 2-1 on Monday. The tourney continues through May 4, with info available online at westerncanadacup.com

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in the men’s 19-24 division, finishing 24th out of 1,737. He was 177th overall in the big field. Melanie Kassel was the fastest Chilliwack female. Finishing fifth in the women’s 40-44 division, she crossed the line in 39:50. Norm Flewwelling and Melvyn Monsell stuck together in the men’s 70-74 division. Flewwelling finished with a time of 1:50.20. Monsell was close behind at 1:51.22. But Chilliwack’s oldest representative was Jean Weaver, who tried her luck in the women’s 75-79 division. Weaver finished 18th in her group (out of 64) with a time of 1:40.37.

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He had birdies on the seventh and 14th holes, but bogied or doublebogied eight holes to finish 10 shots off the lead. Chilliwack’s Daniel Caton tied for 31st overall with a +13 that included a birdie on the 14th hole. A third Chilliwackian, Kaleb Fisher, tied for 38th overall a +16. Fisher birdied the first hole, but hit bogies or double bogies on eight other holes to finish at 88 for the day. See vancouvergolftour.com

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Chilliwack FC’s U-16 Attack girls won a Coastal Cup championship Sunday, grinding out an overtime win over the Squamish Fireballs. Scoreless through regulation time, it was left to Hanna Forbes to net the winner.

The decisive goal wasn’t pretty, but it was effective as Forbes put a ball on goal from outside of the 18 yard box. The ball dropped in front of the Squamish goalie, then took a high bounce over her head and into the net. Other members of this team are Dana Bruni, Katie Bustin, Amber Charlie, Lexie Christy, Ryann Cornell, Jasmine Fast, Talia Ferris, Sabien Hinlopen, Kyra Mueller, Megan Muir, Christie Olsen, Sam Pederson, Kenzie Rae, Afton Servatius, Kirsten VanGarderen and Ashley Weisbrod Two other Chilliwack teams also won Coastal Cup titles.

The U-13 Attack continued a perfect season with a 4-1 win over the North Shore Pegasus. Katie Lampen and Grace van den Brink supplied the offence with two goals apiece. In 13 games this year their team has 13 wins, 51 goals for and just five against. They won Fraser Valley and BC Coastal Girls Soccer League titles. They won a Remembrance Day tournament in Burnaby and were invited to San Diego for the Nomads Soccer Tourney. Other team members are Madison Steele, Amber Feaver, Carmen Bonnar, Naomi Devette,

Katrina Brown, Jaiden Andries, Sydneigh Schofield, Summer Dejager, Calista Ballantine, Kennedy Galley, Miranda Coombes, Jessica Mansfield and Kalista Kirkness. The third local champion, the U-15 Attack, used penalty kicks to beat the Langley Dynamite 2-1. All games were held at Minoru Park in Richmond. The three Chilliwack teams will gun for provincial titles this summer. CFC hosts provincials July 3-6. Get local soccer info online at chilliwackfc. com

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Wolfpack win home opener The NWO Wolfpack hosted Prince George’s Rated PG Rollergirls Saturday night in their home opener. Calling it ‘Malice in Derbyland,’ the teams clashed at the Chilliwack Landing

Sports Centre in a low scoring roller derby match. The Wolfpack emerged victorious in the hard-hitting affair, winning 158-102. They take their show to Hope for their next

bout, a May 10 meeting with the Okanagan Shusway Roller Derby Association (OSRDA) All-Stars. It will take place at the Hope Ice Arena and Community Centre, with doors swinging

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Oakville native solidifies stopper situation Eric J. Welsh, The Progress The Chilliwack Chiefs have made a significant move to fix their biggest weakness from last year, signing 19 year old goalie Aidan Pelino. A native of Oakville, Ontario, Pelino spent last season at Northwood School in Lake Placid, NY. Chiefs head coach and general manager Jason Tatarnic kept a close eye on the stopper, as did many others. “He was a key member of their team and a heavily sought after prospect throughout North America,” Tatarnic noted. Pelino has yet to commit to an NCAA program, but Tatarnic said he’s drawing lots of interest. “He’s a bigger goalie at six foot two,” Tatarnic said, delivering the scouting report. “He’s calm and positionally sound — not a guy who jumps around all over the place.” Aidan is the nephew of Mike Pelino. Most recently the head coach of the Kontinental (Russian) Hockey League’s Metallurg Magnitogorsk, Pelino has twice been an assistant coach at the National Hockey League level. He patrolled the bench for the New York Rangers from 2004 to 2009, and did the same for the Florida Panthers in 2003-04. “Aidan’s family has a great pedigree in the hockey world, and I

know Aidan a little bit as a person,” Tatarnic said. “The background is there and he’s been around the game his whole life.” The need to make a move in net had to be at the top of Tatarnic’s to do list once he took over. No team in the 16 team BCHL surrendered more goals than Chilliwack in 2013-14. The Chiefs coughed up 285 goals, or 4.91 per game. L yndon Stanwood was the starter to begin the season, lasting just 13 games. He won twice, posting a 4.14 goals-against average and .900 save percentage before the team cut him loose. He resurfaced in Langley later in the year and was much better — an indication that the problem was just as much the team in front of them as the goalies themselves. “When I first took over, and even before, I watched some tape and it’s unfair to pinpoint just the goaltenders,” Tatarnic said. “I think the whole defensive side of our game has to improve.” Still, Spencer Tremblay and Josh Halpenny had horrible numbers, plus a penchant for allowing backbreaking goals at inopportune times. Tremblay appeared in 25 games, winning seven with a 5.15 GAA and .878 SP. In his second year with the club, Chilliwack native Halpenny appeared in 30 games, winning five with a 4.73 GAA and

.883 SP. Both are eligible to return in 2014-15. Tremblay’s 20. Halpenny’s 19. “I talked to both of them and asked them the same question, ‘Do you want to be a starter?” Tatarnic said. “They both said they do, and I told them the opportunity to be a starter with us is not going to be there. So, we’re going to move both to places where they can be the starter.” Tatarnic feels he’ll have a high comfort level with his new stopper, and believes Chief fans will appreciate his play. “There’s a certain style of goalie that I like as a coach — I like them to have fair size, be calm, be poised and be able to handle the puck,” he said. “I want them to make the first save, and occasionally a second or third save. I expect them to make the saves they’re supposed to make, and if they can do more than that, I think of it as a bonus.” If Pelino’s high school sounds familiar, it’s because the Chiefs signed another player from there last week. Defenceman Vinnie Desharnais preceded Pelino, and provided one more reason for the netminder to sign in Chilliwack. “I think Chilliwack will be a great experience and I’m excited to play another year with Vincent,” Pelino said. “It was impossible to say no to this opportunity and I couldn’t be happier to be part of the Chiefs family.”

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The Chilliwack Fire Department wishes to say thank you for all of the support in sales of their 2014 Firemen’s Calendar. With proceeds to the Firefighter’s Burn Fund & other local charities. Special thanks for allowing the sales of calendars from these businesses: Canadian Tire • Cottonwood Mall • Farm Girl Market Thanks to our sponsors: Godfrey Excavating Hamel’s Fabrics & Quilting Kelly Corbett Photography Kirkpatrick Auto Repair Fairfield Island Plumbing Janette Joiner - Remax Canex Chilliwack Ford A.J. Pumps Current Window & Door Johnston Meier Insurance Agencies Ltd. Kel-Mor La Brewhouse Yeoman Services Inc. The Chilliwack Progress

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Peewee pitcher strong in relief An early-season pitching gem helped Chilliwack’s peewee Cougars top Aldergrove Friday. Down 7-1 heading into the third inning, the ball was turned

over to reliever Zachary Klim. He struck out the side in the third and rolled from there. Klim threw 75 pitches over five innings, 59 of them strikes.

He surrendered just one run, giving his team a chance to climb back into the game. The offence responded. Taylor Standing, Brayden Currie and

Matthias drove in runs as the Cougars stormed back for a 9-8 final. The Cougars are 4-1 to start the season. They face Mission and Aldergrove this week.

Chilliwack hosts Battle of the Dojos The Chilliwack Central Karate Club hosts the annual Battle of the Dojos karate tournament May 10 at Sardis secondary school. Approximately 200 competitors of all ages and belt levels will participate, competing for medals in kata, weapons kata, and sparring. They represent karate schools from Chilliwack, Vernon, Mission and Powell River.

When students win a medal in their respective divisions, they’ll also earn points for their school. The school with the most points at the end of the tournament wins a trophy. Chilliwack Central Karate Club is the defending champion, topping the points parade last year in Mission. Get more info online at cckckarate.com/en/


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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

604-858-4814 Featuring soloist: Shane Hanson Tickets: $12, available at the door. Kids 12 and under free. Refreshments are complimentary

MENNONITE

Petrus Michael John Laberge Marguerite (Margo)

CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm

A memorial time of ‘remembering’ Michael and Kathleen Petrus will be held Saturday, May 17, 2014. For details email: karlopa@gmail.com

SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH 45625 South Sumas Rd.

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

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

EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH 604-792-6013

April 14, 1931 - April 7, 2014 Beloved wife, mother and dear friend, sadly passed away peacefully at Chilliwack General Hospital. Margo was born in Montreal, Quebec and moved to BC in 1965. Those who knew Margo knew she was a woman with a youthful spirit and zest for life. She also had a great sense of humour, and a strong love for animals. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. No service by request.

Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central

Pastor: Rob Brown

CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY CHURCH ®

“Come discover the Heart behind the Shield” 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 SUNDAY SERVICES

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.

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

“There is nothing greater or more blessed than the Love of God! It gives healing to the sick, balm to the wounded, joy and consolation to the whole world, and through it alone can man attain Life Everlasting.” Abdu’l-Bahà

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

EVERYONE WELCOME!

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

Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

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

ROMAN CATHOLIC CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S

BAHÁ'Í FAITH

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.

COMMUNITY

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.

Chilliwack Campus Sunday, 9:30 & 11 am 46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.

Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue

www.central365.org UNITED CHURCH

CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH Rev. Heather Anderson

45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack

604-795-5725

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

A Gentle Tender Soul... Feb 19, 1961 - Feb 15,2014 (New Westminister Chilliwack, BC) Heart wrenching sadness fell upon us when the sudden news of Mike’s passing came. A dearly loved eldest son, best big brother a sister & brother could ever heave, a creative compassionate uncle & friend. A love of water, oceans & rivers gave Mike a full life experience. Life in the Caribbean, travels to the Mediterranean/Europe, sailing, swimming, soaking up the sun. Mike swung a hammer, paint brush & pen with amazing talent. Left his mark of compassion on all kind. Predeceased by his mother, Kathleen Petrus (Dec 2013). Survived by his father, Cornelius Petrus, sister Karen (John) Passmore - Niece/Nephew Amanda and Curtis(Alicia) Passmore and ‘little’ brother, Bill Petrus. Great Uncles Jim(Joan) and Gordie Great Aunt Noreen(late-Jack) Oliver. Fondly remembered by Graham Levy, family and dear friends. Love you Love you for EVER and ALWAYS. You are forever in our hearts! “Go Man Go” - Mike

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

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

ANGLICAN

HELP WANTED

FARM LABOURERS REQUIRED in Yarrow / Chilliwack area. $10.33/hr. Must have own transport. Apply on-line at: sahotafarms@shaw.ca or by fax (604)823-2351.

MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH 46875 Yale Road East

Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am The friendly place at Yale & Quarry! 04/14W_CH30

Bartel, Marg (Marguerite) Elizabeth Paul It is with deep sadness that we annouce the passing of our Mother, (Marg) Marguerite Elizabeth Paul Bartel. Our mother was born in Melfort, Saskatchewan on July 18, 1918. She had 1 sister & 7 brothers, all of whom have pre-deceased her. She married our father, Gerald Paul in November 1940. They lived in the Beatty & Melfort, Saskatchewan area for several years. They had 5 children; Jim Paul (Cheryl), Judy Froc (Russ), Ken Paul (Shirley), Wilma Kai (John) & Wendell Paul (Shirley). Sadly Gerald passed away in 1969. In 1984, mom remarried to Herb Bartel & they lived in BC. Herb passed away Nov 2006. Mom is survived by her children, 15 grandchildren & several great-grandchildren. She was a CWL (Catholic Women’s League) member for over 40 years. She helped with several bazars, teas & bake sales. She loved to knit, sew & read, and continued these hobbies to the end of her life. Service will be held at St. Mary’s Church, 8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack, BC on May 3rd, at 2:00 pm. A private service will be held in Melfort, Saskatchewan at a later date. Her final resting place will be in Melfort, Sask. next to our father. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. We wish to thank all the staff including Dr. Dodds at the Chilliwack General Hospital for the wonderful care given to our mother over the last few weeks.

Cross Fredrick Walter

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

ICE CREAM VAN DRIVERS Fraser Valley area. Clean Abstract. $500-$600 CASH weekly! Call . 12:00p.m. - 5:00p.m. 604-866-5756

August 11, 1943 April 21, 2014

Sadly, Fred passed away in the early morning of April 21, after a hard fought battle with COPD. He was predeceased by his parents and a grandson (Dylan Eheler). He left behind his wife of 24 years, Darlene, daughter Barbara Cross (Ryan), son Robert Cross (Kathy) and stepson Peter Scott Burgoyne (Shonna), 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Fred will be missed by all who knew him. There will be no service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Variety Club or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawnmtcheam.ca.

Landscape Construction Co. req’s hard workers to join our team. No experience necessary. Good hours, wages and work environment! Fax resume: 1-604-823-2394 or email: stonescapes@shaw.ca

Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555

Do you have Snoring/ Sleep Apnea problems?

Processing Plant Labour Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry Salary: $15.26/Hourly Full-Time, Permanent Language: English Start Date of Employment (Approx.): As soon as possible. Minimum Education: High School Job Location(s): 4540 Simmons Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4R7, Canada Job Description: Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry is looking for full time workers for their poultry processing division. Shift and week-ends work schedule to include, Butcher helper, prepares and processing of all lines and types of poultry. Much have a good attitude, be part of the processing line team. Food processing experience are necessary, read / write and commuicate in English, with secondary education an asset. Please respond to the address in this ad to apply.

Do you have TMJ problems?

We can help! JOIN US ON

Wednesday, May 7 @ 7:00pm Coast Chilliwack Hotel 45920 First Ave. Chilliwack Please RSVP to: tmj@vedderdental.ca

FREE to attend

The first 30 people to RSVP will receive a free gift!!

TMJ & Sleep Therapy Clinic 5640 Vedder Road • 604-858-6830

www.apnea-dentist.ca

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Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES IHOP - CHILLIWACK

FT/PT Servers, Hosts & Cooks Apply within: 45466 Old Yale Road or email: ihop318@gmail.com

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

Certified Dental Assistant

required for Chilliwack Dental Office Please apply in writing to: Dr. Michael Thomas 102-45625 Hodgins Ave Chilliwack, BC, V2P 1P2

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+

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. 1-877-987-1420 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.

INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944

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ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

Paisley Tax Service (since 1988)

All Aspects of Personal Tax incl Mobile Tax Service

No Sales Tax On Fee Call John 604-792-7635

MEI Middle school is seeking a qualified applicants for the following positions that begins August 27, 2014.

Middle School Special Education Teacher & Team Leader - 1.0 FTE

CARPENTRY

Male Special Education Assistant For details on this position, please go to:

www.meischools.com under Employment If you wish to apply for one of these positions, please submit a resume, references and a statement of faith, including where and when you were baptized, by Friday, May 9, 2014 to: Lorraine Wind, Executive Assistant Mennonite Educational Institute 4081 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford BC V4X 2M8 Fax: 604-859-9206 E-mail: lwind@meischools.com www.meischools.com Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services... 604-746-6777

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

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.

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CLEANING LADY available, good references, good rates, residential. Call 604-997-1011

CONCRETE & PLACING

ELECTRICAL

FV FENCING. Quality workmanship, competitive prices. Call Alan for an estimate. (604)824-9396

LANDSCAPE AWAY. Residential and Commercial. Book early! Call (604)845-1467 CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 1-604-575-5777

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GARDENING

1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607

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HELP WANTED

Full and Part time positions available

- wage depending on experience

• LICENSED SHEET METAL INSTALLER

Closing Date: Ongoing Please mention the job title of the position you are applying for in your cover letter. The complete job posting can be viewed on our website under ‘Come Work With Us / Employment: www.comserv.bc.ca. No phone calls please. 45938 Wellington Avenue Chilliwack, BC V2P 2C7 ph: 604.792.4267 fax: 604.792.6575

- commercial sheet metal experience is an asset Please Fax Resume to: 604-792-4440 or email info@johnmulderheating.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Responsibilities: The Teacher is responsible for the instruction of Kindergarten.

thefalls.com

fallsgc

8341 Nixon Rd, Chilliwack 604-745-4653

The Chilliwack Cultural Centre is now accepting applications for two summer student positions. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic, teamorientated workplace. These positions are for a summer Kids Art Camp Leader, and a Kids Art Camp Assistant and are suitable for anyone looking for experience in the arts and teaching children. Previous experience working with young children is an asset. These positions are available to University students who are just completing the school year and will be returning in the Fall of 2014. These are major part-time position at 35 hours per week and pays $12.00 per hour for the Leader and 11.00 per hour for the Assistant. Application Deadline is Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at noon. Interviews will be scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2014. Before applying, please view more details at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca/employment. Interested applicants please send your resume and cover letter to: Michael Cade Executive Director Chilliwack Cultural Centre 9201 Corbould Street Chilliwack, BC V2P 4A6 michael@chilliwackculturalcentre.ca

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Scan QR Code to Donate! www.comserv.bc.ca

Squiala Elementary School is a Band operated school located in Chilliwack, B.C. Our school offers a Montessori program, K4 through to Grade 2 and accommodates about 40 students. We currently require a Teacher for our Kindergarten class. Please self identify if of Aboriginal Ancestry.

The Falls Golf Club

Scan QR Code to Donate! www.comserv.bc.ca

• FURNACE INSTALLER

Residence Worker Casual On-Call

Contact Dave Corke at: dave.corke@thefalls.com or 604-745-4653

45938 Wellington Avenue Chilliwack, BC V2P 2C7 ph: 604.792.4267 fax: 604.792.6575

Local Heating Company has the following employment opportunities available:

SHARE • GROW • BELONG

Closing Date: 12:00 Noon, May 5, 2014

X Kitchen staff, banquet staff, guest services X Banquet experience an asset

SHARE • GROW • BELONG

Please mention the job title of the position you are applying for in your cover letter. The complete job posting can be viewed on our website under ‘Come Work With Us / Employment: www.comserv.bc.ca. No phone calls please. Closing Date: Ongoing

HELP WANTED

Permanent Part-Time Residence Worker

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Residence Worker Casual On-Call

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

We have the following positions available:

Steve’s Lawn Cutting. $20 & up. Hedge trimming, pruning, moss control, fertilizing. (604)845-5296

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We have the following Casual On-Call position available:

LANDSCAPING

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

FENCING

130

HELP WANTED

HOME REPAIRS

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

300

TRADES, TECHNICAL

STUCCO APPLICATORS to start immediately for a busy stucco company located in West Kelowna area. Position starts at $29.00/hr. Contact Kevin @ 250-862-7418 or email acestuccoltd@gmail.com

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

dan knoke

MR. FIX IT. commercial, residential, flood repairs, decks, general contracting and more. (604)798-5082

04/14W_CCC30

160

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

General carpentry, repairs and finishing work. Reasonable rates. Call Bruce, (604)392-7016

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.

HELP WANTED

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HANDYPERSONS

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All applicants must be dedicated to Christian Education.

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LEGAL SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Evergreen Home & Garden Care. Lawns, gardens, new landscape, rubbish removal, etc. 604-793-7763

Unfiled Tax Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)

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

MEI is an independent preK-12 school system with over 1300 students.

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Taxprep-Chilliwack.ca

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

TEACHERS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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HELP WANTED

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Skills and Qualifications: • Holds a valid B.C. Teacher’s Certificate, TQS Category 5 • Bachelor of Education Degree • Active member of the B.C. College of Teacher’s • Experience and/or training in Montessori (a willingness to acquire training will be considered) • A good understanding of the BC curriculum • Solid classroom management skills • Ability to prepare and apply long range planning for all students, which includes student modification and adaptation • Experience with IEP’s and special education practices • Genuinely committed to a high standard of professionalism, integrity and academic excellence • Knowledge of Sto:lo culture and Halq’eme’ylem and the ability to incorporate both into the classroom • Successful experience working within a First Nations community • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Dedicated to teamwork approach • Ability to work well with teachers, support staff, students and parents • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Must undergo a successful Criminal Record Check Length of Employment and Wage Range: This is a full-time position starting September 2, 2014. Wage based on experience.

SOME SHOES

NEED FILLING WE ARE LOOKING FOR

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED!

Route

Boundaries

# of Papers

CHILLIWACK 992-04 901-02 901-10 901-16 903-17 903-20

Chilliwack Mountain, Copper Ridge, Stoneridge Ashwell Rd. Glenwood, Hodgins, Sunset, Menholm Allard, Bernard, School Chartwell Dr. Imperial, Kenswood, Timberline

SARDIS 922-28 Dundee, Miller, Sininger, Watson

Application Procedure Fax or email: • Cover letter; • Resume with most recent teaching references (3 professional and 1 personal); • Evaluation/practicum reports; • Philosophy of teaching practices.

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PROMONTORY 923-09 Cedar Creek, Ferguson, Mullins, Teskey 113 923-12 Lear, Markel, Skyview, Sylvan, Valleyview 144 923-17 Edgemont, MacGregor, Stonehaven, Teskey 62

AGASSIZ

To: M. Marasco, Principal, 604-792-4522 (fax) or marascomarlene1@gmail.com Application deadline: May 9, 2014

970-12 Alder, Arbutus, Logan, Maple 970-14 Bond, Elm, McCullough

Thank you for your interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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604-702-5558

45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack

76 111 04/14W_CN30

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TICKETED LUMBER grader, shift foreman and general labourer, required for lumber re-manufacturing plant. F/T employment for right candidate. Wages commensurate with experience. Drop off resume to: 8133 Aitken Rd., between 7-3:00.

PERSONAL SERVICES

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

PETS 477

REAL ESTATE

PETS

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

MULTI POO miniature black brown apricot 4-5lbs Hypo allerg, exc family pet vet cert $1075. 604-341-1445

NEW Single wide on 50x120 deeded lot in Abby $267,888. $13,000 down, $1300/month. NEW Double wide on deeded 50x120 lot in Abby $314,888. $16,000 down, $1548/mo.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 503

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

Call Chuck 604-830-1960

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

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PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811

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PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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APPLIANCES

UNDER $100

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $93,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

Heritage Square Apartments

Chilliwack. 1 bedroom apartment , 3 blks to 5 corners, elevator, quiet gr level access. $590/m. Heat/hot water. Senior oriented. Avail. June 1st Call Yvonne, 604-793-6941

Freshly painted, new floors, fully renovated. Large one bedroom & studio. Excellent central location. Parking, balcony, elevator, non-smoking. Large in-suite storage. Adult only, very secure. Corner of Main & Spadina.

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

FURNITURE

New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $87,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

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

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MORTGAGES

MISC. FOR SALE

1.877.409.9874

KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com

.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs - Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available online only @ Ace Hardware & The Home Depot

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

Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206 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

1 BEDROOM

Mattresses .

Save On Furniture

640

RECREATIONAL

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

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

PETS 474

PET SERVICES

POMERANIAN available to stud. Has all shots. 18 months old. $400 or 1st pick of litter. (604)864-0355

477

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 Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $350. 604-794-5844

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE Dairy Distribution Business for products of a national leading dairy supplier in Kamloops and surrounding area. Excellent revenue opportunity. Requires investment and good physical condition. 250-828-7855

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Wntd to buy ind/comm mid/v lrg bldg. Must be reas. Priv, confidentl. Best deal fastest. rrw1@telus.net

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ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

HOMES WANTED We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

630 Entlebucher pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. $900 each. 604-795-7662.

ACREAGE

Don’t Miss Out! 62 acres, Endless Possibilities. 5500 sq. ft. house. 1500 ft. of lake-shore. www.lakeoftheprairieshome.ca www.lakeoftheprairiesproperty.ca Jackie 1-306744-2399 1-306-744-7432 Watch online for open house.

Approx. 1/3 & 1/4 ACRE lots for sale on Royalwood Blvd, Rosedale, 30 meters frontage (100ft). Call (604)792-1989. No Sunday calls please.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

Fishing, hiking, hunting, quadding, snowmobiling or just relaxation. Great access within 3 hours of the lower mainland, 40 km from Princeton and steps to Osprey Lake. 2 years new this 3 bedroom, 2 bath open concept chalet has it all & more. Includes a guest cabin with a bedroom, living/sitting area, kitchen & bathroom. New detached garage for storing the toys. Call Adrienne (Royal Lepage Parkside Realty) at 250-809-6322 for a private viewing.

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RENTALS RENT TO OWN

STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-657-9422

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HOMES FOR RENT

and 2 bdrm...$850/m Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to downtown. Available May 1. Call 604-703-3405

Bole Apartments

Sardis

Final Liquidation Sale 7495 Leary Cres May 3 9am - 2pm

Something for Everyone

BCCLASSIFIED.COM Ads Work! Place your ad in our BC BEST BUY 3 Regions with 1,103,315 circulation. CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm. Incl. fridge, stove, dishwasher, insuite washer and dryer, secure underground parking. $800/m. N/s, N/p, Refs req’d. Call Tasha, 604-793-9000 or 604791-3171

Chilliwack

46200 Larch Ave May 3 8am - 2:30

household, dirt bike

Chilliwack. 2 bedroom, 850sf, washer & dryer, internet/cable/wifi incl. $850/m. Available now. 604392-3332 or 1-778-994-8734 Chilliwack, 9372 Fletcher St, 1 bdrm, heat & hot water incl. F/S, newly reno’d, $600/m, 1 small pet negot. avail. now Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

outdoor,

Antiques, collectible prints, Wm. Knabe piano and more. Cash sales only

quad,

RENTALS 706

GARAGE SALES

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 736

HOMES FOR RENT

ROSEDALE 2 bdrm, cozy clean quiet park, easy freeway access, suit mature retired or working person/couple, June 1 or sooner. $725/mo. (604)795-0101

Chilliwack, 9477 Cook St. 1 bdrm, 1 bath, lrge patio, f/s, heat incl., small pet negot., covered parking, coin laundry $650/m, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

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SUITES, UPPER

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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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Chilliwack. 5 bdrm, 3 bath, 2 L/R, 2 car garage, 5 appl, blt-in deck, fenced yard, cls to amenities. Newly painted. Avail may 1. $1590/m. 1 (604)888-2831 CHILLIWACK, lg 3 bdrm house, 3 bay garage, on acreage, very near to town. $1600/m. Avail now. Call Mike (604)858-8863

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

Broadway Maples Apts

Skwah First Nation

604-819-6229

Notice of Proposed Local Revenue Laws and Invitation to Make Representations

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. CHILLIWACK 1 bdrm apt, avail Mar 1st. Spacious. Balcony. Centrally located Edwards St. Easy walking to shopping & rec facilities. Heat & garbage incl. Onsite laundry. Incl. cable pkg. ($72 value) $675/mo. Heather, 1-800-815-6311. CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm incl W/D, S/s appls, garbetator f/p, 2 prkg, $875/mo. June 1. 604-768-7452

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PERSONS WISHING TO MAKE A WRITTEN REPRESENTATION must deliver the document containing the representations to: Chief and Council, Skwah First Nation, P.O. Box 178, 852 Wellington Ave., Chilliwack, BC, V2P 6H7. Representations should be made on or before 4:00 pm, June 30, 2014 in order to ensure consideration by Council. Before making the Proposed Laws, Council will consider all written representations received in accordance with this Notice.

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DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED LAWS: The Proposed Laws are a property taxation law and a property assessment law, both made under the authority of section 5(1)(a) of the FNFMA. The property assessment law provides for the assessment and valuation of interests in land on the reserve lands of the First Nation, including appointing assessors, inspecting property, preparing assessment rolls, and mailing assessment notices. The property assessment law also provides a process for reconsideration of assessments and for a right of appeal to an independent assessment review board. The property taxation law establishes a taxation regime that taxes interests in land in the reserve, and includes provisions for exemptions, grants, preparing tax rolls and tax notices, the levy of penalties and interest on unpaid taxes and the collection and enforcement of unpaid taxes.

COUNCIL OF THE FIRST NATION INVITES WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS regarding the Proposed Laws. Written representations may be made to the Council for 60 Days after the date of this notice.

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

NOTICE IS GIVEN, pursuant to section 6 of the First Nations Fiscal Management Act (hereafter referred to as the “FNFMA”), that the Skwah First Nation (“The First Nation”) proposes to enact the Skwah First Nation Property Assessment Law, 2014 and the Skwah First Nation Property Taxation Law, 2014 (hereafter referred to as the “Proposed Laws”)

A COPY OF THE PROPOSED LAWS may be obtained from Denise Klassen or Lory Oberst, Skwah First Nation, at P.O. Box 178, 852 Wellington Ave., Chilliwack, BC, V2P 6H7.

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used hand dolly, $20; wheelbarrow, $20; elec fence control, $50. (604)793-7714 ----------------------------------------------freat antique plough for garden, $100. (604)793-7714 -----------------------------------------------new elec mower, bag, $75; hand push reel mower, $25. (604)7937714 -----------------------------------------------good gas mower, $65; huge ladle for melting metal, $35. (604)7937714

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RENTALS

CONTACT INFORMATION: For further information or questions regarding the Proposed Laws, this Notice, or the making of written representations to Council, please contact Lory Oberst, Skwah First Nation Band Office by telephone at 604.792.9204. This Notice Dated: April 30, 2014


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Take note that furnishings and personal effects located at 45770 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack, BC, will, if not claimed by May 20, 2014, be disposed of accordingly. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to: The Manager, Cache 21 Mini Storage Ltd.

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2007 Pontiac Torrent Fwd, exc. cond., pwr pkg incl. s/roof. V6 auto. $6900. Call Bob 604-309-4001

Notice of Public Meeting on Proposed Frosst Creek Hydroelectric Project and Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land and Allocation of Water Development Plan Template (DPT) Preparation

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2003 Cadillac CTS sport AWD, 76,248km, white, like new, $9,900 obo. Call (604)858-7553 .wwwone4yacht.com 604-669-2248

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Soowahlie First Nation 4172 Soowahlie Rd. Cultus Lake, B.C., V2R 4Y2 Phone: (604) 858 4631 Fax: (604) 824 6751

FCHI, a subsidiary of Zella Holdings Ltd., of Lindell Beach, BC, has applied to the Provincial Government for a hydroelectric power project (Project). The Project Crown land tenure application covers:

NOTICE OF PROPOSED LOCAL REVENUE LAWS AND INVITATION TO MAKE REPRESENTATIONS

That part of Section 4, Township 22, east of the Coast Meridian, with that parcel or tract of land in the vicinity of Frosst Creek, with unsurveyed foreshore or land covered by water being part of the bed of Frosst Creek, Group 1, New Westminster District, containing 110.4 ha, more or less

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1993 5th Wheel Trailer, Custom Coach, hitch, $5500. Call (604)795-3507

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You are invited to a public information meeting at 7:00 PM on Tuesday May 6, 2014 regarding Frosst Creek Hydro Inc.’s (FCHI) application to the Provincial Government for an ~ 3.5 MW Run-of-River hydroelectric project on Frosst Creek. The meeting will take place in the Columbia Valley Community Centre (1202 Kosikar Rd., Lindell Beach, BC V2R 4X6).

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

NOTICE IS GIVEN, pursuant to section 6 of the First Nations Fiscal Management Act (hereafter referred to as the “FNFMA”), that the Soowahlie First Nation (“The First Nation”) proposes to enact the Soowahlie First Nation Property Assessment Law, 2014 and the Soowhalie First Nation Property Taxation Law, 2014 (hereafter referred to as the “Proposed Laws”). DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED LAWS: The Proposed Laws are a property taxation law and a property assessment law, both made under the authority of section 5(1)(a) of the FNFMA. The property assessment law provides for the assessment and valuation of interests in land on the reserve lands of the First Nation, including appointing assessors, inspecting property, preparing assessment rolls, and mailing assessment notices. The property assessment law also provides a process for reconsideration of assessments and for a right of appeal to an independent assessment review board. The property taxation law establishes a taxation regime that taxes interests in land in the reserve, and includes provisions for exemptions, grants, preparing tax rolls and tax notices, the levy of penalties and interest on unpaid taxes, and the collection and enforcement of unpaid taxes. A COPY OF THE PROPOSED LAWS may be obtained from: Chief Brenda Wallace, Soowahlie First Nation, at 4172 Soowahlie Rd., Cultus

Lake, B.C., V2R 4Y2. pick a part

COUNCIL OF THE FIRST NATION INVITES WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS regarding the Proposed Laws. Written representations may be made to the Council for 60 days after the date of this notice.

The proposed Project is at the base of Isar Mountain and International Ridge in the Columbia Valley near Lindell Beach, ~ 3 km southwest of Cultus Lake, BC. The proposed project will utilize < 1.45 m3/s of water diverted from Frosst Creek and will return all waters to Frosst Creek at ~ 248 meters elevation. Water works include: intake/weir, headpond, penstock, powerhouse, tailrace, and power line. The powerhouse, power line and lower portion of the penstock will be on FCHI’s private property at 42892 Frost Road, Lindell Beach, BC. The intake is at ~ 640 meters elevation, ~ 7 km upstream of the confluence of Frosst Creek and Cultus Lake, located outside of Cultus Lake Provincial Park. Please visit http://www.zellacorp.com for more information. Written comments regarding the Project should be directed to Frosst Creek Hydro (42892 Frost Road, Lindell Beach, BC V2R 4X8; info@zellacorp.com; 604 746-7724), with a copy of all correspondence provided to the Project Lead, Veronica Villar-Singh of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO) at #200-10428 153 St., Surrey, BC V3R 1E1 or Veronica.VillarSingh@gov.bc.ca. When commenting, please quote FCHI’s application file numbers (Land File 2410785 and Water File 2003549). If you are a water licence holder, you must identify your water license number in your response. Comments received before May 2 will be addressed in the meeting on May 6. The proposed Project DPT will be posted under “Frosst Creek Hydro Inc.” on the MFLNRO website http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ApplicationPosting/index.jsp. Any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For more info., contact a Freedom of Information Advisor at an MFLNRO regional office.

PERSONS WISHING TO MAKE A WRITTEN REPRESENTATION must deliver the document containing the representations to: Chief and Council, Soowahlie First Nation, 4172 Soowahlie Rd., Cultus Lake, B.C., V2R 4Y2. Representations should be made on or before 4:00 pm, June 30, 2014 in order to ensure consideration by Council. Before making the Proposed Laws, Council will consider all written representations received in accordance with this Notice. CONTACT INFORMATION: For further information or questions regarding the Proposed Laws, this Notice, or the making of written representations to Council, please contact Chief Brenda Wallace, Soowahlie First Nation Band Of¿ce by telephone at (604) 858 4631. This Notice Dated: April 30th, 2014

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