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Witnesses sought after semi runs car off road Someone in Chilliwack may have witnessed a terrible rear-end crash on Highway 1 in the predawn hours of Wednesday morning. Chilliwack RCMP are seeking any witnesses to the collision that sa a semi saw hit a car We have just before Prest classified this the Road exit at as a Criminal about 3 a.m. and the rear Code bumper is hit and run being examined forensically for ~ RCMP clues. “Highway 1, even in the early hours of the morning, is a very busy transportation corridor,” said RCMP Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen. The victim was driving in the eastbound lanes in a Toyota Corolla when the car was struck. “This caused the vehicle to go off road and flip into a water filled ditch,” he said. Luckily the vehicle landed upright after rolling several times, and the victim was able to get out. He walked to safety and called for help at a gas station. “The victim was very fortunate not to sustain serious injury,” said Cpl. vanNieuwenhuizen. “We have classified this as a Criminal Code hit and run and are treating this very seriously.” Anyone with information is asked to call Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611, reference file 201413084, or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
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Park board defrauded of almost $10,500 Former financial manager pleads guilty in court Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Cultus Lake Park Board didn’t find any unauthorized financial transactions when it went looking for them last summer despite a “thorough” internal review of accounts and investments. But a forensic audit completed by external professionals did uncover evidence of fraud of over $5,000.
The paper trail showed that a former employee at Cultus Lake diverted a total of $10,447.59 in HST funds from CLPB to a trust account he managed. Siamak Saidi, former manager of financial services for CLPB, pleaded guilty in Vancouver provincial court to two counts of fraud over $5,000 and one count of forgery over $5,000. Saidi, 55, was accused of defrauding both Simon Fraser University (SFU) and Cultus Lake Park Board (CLPB). He was sentenced to six years in jail, with credit for one year of time already served.
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“When I was advised that this individual was using the CMA designation, I wrote him a cease and desist letter in late August,” said Lightheart. The letter pointed out that the use of the CMA designation is protected by provincial statute, and only to be used by certified members of the CMABC society. Saidi was only a student member from 2001-02, he added. Saidi was ultimately ordered to pay restitution of $50,000 to SFU and almost $10,500 to the park board. He had been employed as a Continued: AUDIT/ p14
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Fears grow at Metro over price of garbage-fired power Jeff Nagel Black Press There’s growing trepidation among Metro Vancouver politicians that BC Hydro may not pay as much as the regional district has assumed for electricity from a future new garbage incinerator. The plan to burn more garbage to generate power and stop landfilling waste near Cache Creek has been under fire from critics, who say Metro is wrong to assume in its updated business case that garbage will qualify as a clean, renewable power source worth $100 per megawatt hour – four times higher than market prices for conventional electricity.
Two men arrested napping in stolen truck Two men caught napping in a stolen pickup truck Saturday night in Harrison are facing several charges. Agassiz RCMP spotted the men at around 10:30 p.m. as they dozed in the vehicle, parked in the boat launch on Esplanade Avenue. The truck did not have a boat trailer attached. Upon investigation, police found the licence plate had an expired decal and was flagged as stolen from another truck. Further inquiries revealed that the truck itself was stolen, as was the snowmobile in the bed of the truck. Located in the cab of the truck were two adult males who were fast asleep. The two were promptly woken up and arrested for possession of stolen property. Raymond Thif fault, 23 year old and of no fixed address, was held in custody and appeared in Chilliwack Provincial court on Monday. He faces two charges of possession of stolen property over $5,000. The second male, a 33-year-old Chilliwack resident, was released for a Chilliwack provincial court appearance for July 29 for two charges of possession of stolen property over $5,000. “Thieves may nap,” said Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen, “but the police are ever vigilant.”
An April 30 letter from BC Hydro energy planning vice-president Doug Little cautions Metro that Hydro has made no commitment to buy power from a new plant but is willing to explore the potential value of the electricity. “The energy prices that have been quoted by Metro Vancouver are not necessarily for comparable product under comparable supply/ demand conditions,” his letter said. Little said new waste-to-energy power doesn’t qualify under existing purchase programs and wasn’t part of Hydro’s base resource plan for securing new power sources. Vancouver Coun. Andrea Reimer called the letter “concerning.”
The Metro board voted Friday to accept the updated business case for the region’s planned waste-to-energy expansion, but they also want staff to gather more information. The board wants an analysis of the waste-to-energy and landfill technology options based on various Hydro purchase prices and other factors, such as the cost of shipping garbage to a new site in or out of the region. Directors also want to know what impact the same options would have on efforts to recycle more, as well as the greenhouse gas emissions from both landfilling unrecyclable garbage or using any of three short-listed waste-to-
energy technologies. Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan warned Reimer and others against backsliding on Metro’s 2009 decision to pursue expanded waste-toenergy, particularly after substantial amounts have been spent and proponents have spent much time and money in the multi-stage bidding process. He also insisted a decision to proceed with waste-to-energy should not depend on its economics beating out a landfill alternative. “We made a decision regardless that we were getting out of landfilling,” Corrigan said. “Power is not the purpose of this facility. We’re building it because we want to stop waste going to landfills. Electricity
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Cottonwood Mall Peddlers ride the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Big Bike along Luckakuck Way Monday afternoon. The large red bike can hold up to 30 people (including a driver) and each person on the team commits to raising $50 or more for heart and stroke research. Monday’s event saw three teams ride the Big Bike: Cottonwood Mall, Mountain-Sized Hearts (Mountain/Kent Institutions) and the Dream Team (Convergys, fka Stream). The teams raised a combined total of $5,391.45 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Last year, more than 65,000 riders, in 200-plus communities, helped raise more than $8.4 million for research. To see a video of the Cottonwood Mall Peddlers in action, go to www.theprogress.com. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
Chilliwack doctors are lacing up their sneakers for the annual Walk with your Doc event. For one hour, on Friday, May 9, several doctors will be out walking at Townsend Park and Watson Glen Park in an effort to encourage others in the community to do the same. Led by the Chilliwack Division of Family Practice, local doctors will be walking sideby-side with their patients and others in the community. As leaders of health, doctors are encouraging the community to make regular exercise, at least 30 minutes a day, a priority this spring. All registered participants will receive a pedometer to count their steps towards a healthy lifestyle. The walk is free, and starts at noon at both parks. To register for the Townsend Park walk, visit www.eventbrite.ca/e/walk-withyour-doc-tickets-11175063917. To register for the Watson Glen Park walk, go to http:// www.eventbrite.ca/e/walk-with-your-doctickets-11175483171 For more info, email chilliwackdfp@divisionsbc.ca or call 604-795-0034.
Feedback from forums on social issues spur action Jennifer Feinberg The Progress A network of local health/ social service agencies has been collaborating to tackle the most complex social issues in Chilliwack. Topics have included public safety, mental health/ addictions, affordable housing and homelessness. “Service providers are in agreement that there’s a huge lack of awareness about what everyone else is doing,”
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a chance to hear some simple ideas on everything from personal safety, to keeping their homes and vehicles more secure,” said Mendez. “This session is in direct response to what we heard at the first forum, when someone raised their hand and asked where they could go to learn more.” There were up to 60 attendees at some of the sessions, from a broad range of more than 20 groups and agencies, and they came up with 18
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A Chilliwack conservation officer is one of 10 officers being recognized for going above and beyond to protect British Columbia’s residents and natural resources. Environment Minister Mary Polak joined Lieutenant Gover nor Judith Guichon as she presented the Peace Officer Exemplar y Ser vice Medal to the conservation officers during their annual recertification training on Friday. Don Stahl was among the recipients. A conservation officer for 17 years in the Chilliwack area, Stahl also spent three years as a fisheries officer, and four seasons as a park ranger. “The Peace Officer Exemplar y Ser vice
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The pronouncement this week from the World Health Organization that the spread of polio is an “international health emergency” must come as blow to local Rotarians. But rather than deter them, it will likely steel their resolve. They have fought too long and too hard to allow such an insidious disease to regain a foothold. Their challenge, however, is that they are not just fighting an illness, they are fighting ignorance. Polio, by any measure, is a horrible disease. It usually strikes the young. Those it does not kill, it leaves crippled or horribly contorted – both can be a death sentence in the Third World countries where the disease persists. Even those who escape death or disability can face complications years later in life. For most of us, polio is a disease of the past; a memory like typhus, or cholera. But it wasn’t that long ago that the threat of polio gripped this country. It was a time when the slightest hint of the disease closed schools and cancelled public events. Parents shuttered their children indoors for fear they might contract the deadly illness. It wasn’t until Jonas Salk introduced the first vaccine in 1951 that North America began to see an ebb in the disease. Soon, through extensive education – and a lot of money – that success was spread internationally. It was only a few years ago that the Rotary Club International, thanks to a massive donation by the Gates Foundation, was predicting the worldwide eradication of the disease in our lifetime. But ignorance is a powerful force. Rather than welcome a tool that could protect their children, the ignorant, angry and fanatical see some devious threat. In countries like Pakistan and Sudan aid workers risk their own lives to vaccinate the innocent. It’s a reminder that while we can vaccinate against a disease, an inoculation against idiocy is still a long way off. ~ Greg Knill, Chilliwack Progress
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‘Vocational school’ back in style in B.C. VICTORIA – The B.C. government has rolled out its ambitious overhaul of the public education system, from kindergarten to graduate school, much to the horror of its left-wing establishment. The formal title is B.C.’s Skills For Jobs Blueprint: Re-engineering Education and Training. It’s designed to dovetail with the Harper regime’s Canada Job Grant that requires employers to co-sponsor training spaces so they will hire the students at the end. Elementary and middle school curriculum is being revised to increase emphasis on hands-on experience. High school and post-secondary skilled trades programs are getting more money, but it’s going to be shifted from under-performing programs that don’t lead to jobs. Premier Christy Clark took another swipe at the bias of B.C.’s system before heading to
Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong on another liquefied natural gas sales trip. She noted that 20 per cent of B.C. students, and nearly half of aboriginal students, don’t finish high school. “Not only are there kids who don’t graduate, there are kids who graduate, go out and get one Tom FLETCHER or two credentials before they finally find their way into a skills training program,” said Clark, who had her own wander through university campuses before going into politics. A couple of weeks ago, Simon Fraser University president Andrew Petter downplayed the “relatively small” skilled trades shortage for B.C. industry. “We should not be engaged
in a zero-sum kind of battle for dollars,” Petter protested. That’s exactly what he and other university executives are looking at, and it will be based on the latest graduate employment data and labour demand forecasts. One of the key architects of this sweeping plan is Jessica McDonald, who shook up the public service while serving as Gordon Campbell’s deputy minister. Her report on trades training confirms what Campbell’s critics in the labour movement have long said: the government’s 10-year experiment with the Industry Training Authority is a rudderless mess. “Certain partners, particularly organized labour, feel marginalized,” McDonald wrote. “Others, particularly employers and employers’ associations, do not feel heard within the system. Over the recent past, several new
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courses. As with health care, block funding is handed out without any serious effort to measure the results. For many students, university has become an extension of adolescence, finding one’s self through philosophy or film studies. Employers get their share of blame from McDonald. Not only did they chop up trades training to make it cheaper to obtain, their preferred source of skilled workers has been to poach from other employers who paid to train them. Skills-based employment data will be made public for students to make career choices. Finally, students coming out of high school will have a way to assess what they can expect after $50,000 or more is spent on higher education. It’s about time. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Feet on the street needed downtown fans must park downtown and walk through the area – with all the shops open and waiting – coming and going. Thousands of “feet on the street” and patrons for every shop along the way. New construction is welcomed in the downtown area and urban sprawl discouraged . We can do the same. People living in the downtown area are needed to support existing shops and encourage other businesses to locate there. Pretty flower stands are simply no substitute for paying customers. Customers in shops encourage others to join them – would you go into a restaurant where you are the only customer? – or go to one where there are tables occupied? We can do better. Residential buildings will take out “dead space” like the old Safeway building/ lot and make a walk between businesses more inviting – and less welcoming to undesirable activity. Jack A. Bass
Gender debate fuels questions So let me get this straight. The B.C. government has said that “anyone in B.C. wishing to change the gender designation as it appears on their birth certificate would no longer have to prove they had gender reassignment surgery first.” Health minister Terry Lake goes on to
respond with, “We’re talking about a birth certificate in which the gender can be amended to agree with the social construct or the way in which the person who owns that information would like to be identified.” I could try to write something eloquent,
but I will just be blunt. That is absolute insanity. Basically, they have written a law that will allow a man to decide he wants to be called a woman, get his birth certificate changed, and he will then have the ability to walk into a ladies changeroom. If anyone complains he just has to say,
“I identify as a woman.” He doesn’t have to have gender surgery, doesn’t have to look like a woman. He can even be attracted to women. How are our B.C. MLAs so confused that they can pass a law like this? How did we get to this point? D. Babuin
Veterans deserve better Curious I am wondering how it is that the federal government can deny families of war dead expenses to travel to ceremony in Ottawa. After pressure they said they would, but we hear it’s charity groups helping families. I find this to be another example of disgraceful actions by our elected officials. Considering we pay all expenses for these crooks that only take from the people and give to government insiders and their families. Does anyone remember Chuck Strahl running on the promise to rid of us MPs gold pensions? Well
now he collects $112,000 a year pension plus patronage appointments. Governments both federal and provincial are desperate to sell our resources for quick profit for their corporate friends. What happened to selling finished products, we used to do that when there was a middle class in this country. I suggest that we the people are being sold out and lied to by all levels of government. This will only get worse as there are never consequences for theses people. Shawn Hoornaert
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replacement surgery. The vet figured when Sasha was a puppy, she suffered some sort of hard trauma on her back end — such as being hit by a car — which never healed properly, resulting in early hip problems. “Her legs are really stiff and she doesn’t have full range of motion,” says Corbett. “She’s pretty much in pain all the time now, and she gets pain killers every day in the morning that last for 24 hours.”
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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Television is always good for a laugh. But nothing compares to the thrill of live comedy, says comedian Ron James. James returns to Chilliwack May 14 with his Take No Prisoners show at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. “I genuinely enjoy the work,” he tells The Progress. He poured the foundation for his TV success by logging the miles over the years, living the “road warrior” show-biz dream. Criss-crossing Canada for the comedic good, James has been “travelling this land mass for 15 years.” In an interview from his Toronto home , he says he never despairs when it’s time to “step around the big curtain” to make the audience laugh in person. He’s known for his poetic language and rapid-fire delivery. He lives for the grunting, wheezing and knee-slapping of his fans as they react to his clever lines. With six comedy specials, and the Ron James Show TV series entering a fifth season, he’s busy doing what he does best. “It’s like pulling gold from straw,” James says about comedy writing. “You don’t know where the funny comes from. It’s alchemy.” He points to longstanding success of Canadian comedians like Rick Mercer and the cast of This Hour Has 22 Minutes. “I tip my hat to them. Longevity is the mark of a good one.” Some new material is what he’ll be bringing to B.C. this time around. “The exciting thing about this particular tour is that it was inspired by the likes of George Carlin, Chris Rock, and Lewis Black,” he said. They’re comedy writers who have grown into their comedic maturity with a strong point of view. “It’s still my job is to tip the apple cart, not ride on it. I’ve got to be the iconoclast.” Over the years on the road, James has been transformed from a “wide eyed troubadour” to one offering the “quintessentially Canadian” perspective on things. “I think the TV show has encouraged me to mature in that way.” He strives to keep it fresh. “It’s important not not to allow yourself to become too gentrifried, or doing cookiecutter shows.” Topics in the show include everything from family to the feds, from the frustrations of customer service and professional sports, to what it’s like on the elusive pursuit of happiness. One of his favourite rants is about hitting the wall at middle age. “I’m trying to make the best of this long journey. But I’m always shocked at how everything changes in a nanosecond.” He also riffs on visiting pandas, international conflict, trash TV, religion, sex, hell or even apocalyptic weather. Whatever it takes to lighten the load of the daily grind for his audience. Check out more info, pics and comedy clips at www.shantero.com or www. ronjames.ca Ron James ‘Take No Prisoners’ show, May 14 at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets 604-391-7469 or at the box office.
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Show opens on May 10 The vibrant work of Chilliwack artist Zona Wale is coming to the Art Room for an exhibit starting May 10. Her painting style blends imagination and reality, and reflects a unique vision. “I’ve been painting for 30 years,” she says. Wale has exhibited with various groups in the Fraser Valley, and is one of the founding members of the Chilliwack Visual Artists Association, of which she has been a proud member since 1996. Her dazzling work is rich with themes fed by her extensive travels around the world. She uses media such as oils, egg tempera, and acrylic for her creations. Wale graduated from University of Belgrade with a degree in Literature and Linguistics. In 1970 she made the move from England to Regina, Saskatchewan where her artistic journey began at the University of Regina’s Department of Visual Arts. She studied art in Serbia, Spain (British School of Art), and in Mexico at the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes in San Miguel de Allende. Meet Zona Wale at the artist’s reception Saturday, May 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Art Room at #20 – 5725 Vedder Rd. Free admission. Light snacks and refreshments. The show runs from May 10 to June 6, with gallery hours Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 pm. For more information visit chilliwackartscouncil.com, or call 604.769.2787
Meet artist Zona Wale at the reception on Saturday, May 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Art Room. The show continues until June 6.
Celebrate the arts at The Royal Chilliwack Visual Artists’ Association has a Celebration of the Arts exhibit at the Royal Hotel May 6 to June 8. Paintings styles will range from abstract, to floral to landscapes. There will also be fabric art, sculpture, and photography. Show hours are: Sun. to Tues. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Weds. to Sat 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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The CVAA is putting a call for entry to visual artists, either solo, or in a group, to submit entries to the ‘juried exhibitions’ to be held in the years 2015/16 in The Centre. Application forms and an overview at chilliwackvisualartist.ca or visit the Art Gallery in the Cultural Centre, Weds. to Sat., 12 noon until 5 p.m.
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Admit it, you love to shop. Or at least, you love to shop smart. To help you make wise buys more often, here are some guidelines for shopping intelligently for furniture.
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Don’t Rush. Do not make a hasty decision when buying furniture. Buying furniture is a very important decision that can not only change the look and feel of a particular area but the entire place. Thus, consider all the aspects of décor, comfort and available space before buying furniture.
Test it Out. When buying a sofa, recliner or chair, you should always test it, and judge for quality. What if that very stylish sofa turns out to be so uncomfortable that you never want to sit on it? Your furniture should always make life more comfortable and easier. Try out your sofa in the store the way you would use it at home, and yes, that means lying down on it, too.
Size Matters. Always buy furniture according to the size of the room where it will be placed. Whether its office furniture, living room furniture, bedroom furniture or dining room furniture, it should in the room comfortable without cramping the walking space. It is important for a roomy and comfortable feel for the area. Consider your lifestyle. Let your lifestyle determine what colors and fabrics you choose. For example, if you have a large dog constantly climbing on the furniture, a white suede couch would be torn apart and stained in minutes. If you have kids or pets, stick with dark colors and stain-resistant tough fabrics like linen or tweed.
Look Beneath the Surface. Lift the cushions or turn the piece over to see how it’s constructed. Look for loose screws, padding that’s not sewn correctly, insufficient support, and springs that are obvious or unprotected. Remember that you are looking at the raw part of the furniture, so don’t expect perfection. But you should get a clue about the care that went into making the piece.
Consider Budget. Is money no object or do you have a limited budget? Even if it is the latter, you can find a variety of furniture to fit any kind of taste, budget or need. With such a wide range of furniture and accessories available, you will have no difficulty finding something that fits in beautifully.
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Tackle spring cleaning with the environment in mind Spring is a time of year when many people resolve to give their homes or apartments a thorough cleaning. Spring cleaning projects help people revitalize their homes for the warm months ahead, when windows are once again opened, fresh air pervades homes and items that might have accumulated over a dark and dreary winter have become a distant memory.
Homeowners should periodically inspect their appliances, including vacuum cleaners, to ensure they are working at peak efficiency and not expending excess energy.
homeowners methodically go through items that have accumulated over the years, individually choosing which items to keep and which items to discard. Clutter can also prove harmful to the environment because rooms filled with clutter tend to collect dust, reducing air quality and leading to more indoor air pollution that can prove harmful to human health.
Many families have spring cleaning rituals that allow them to efficiently clean their homes in a single weekend. But it’s just as important for spring cleaners to place as great an emphasis on the environment as they do on efficiency when cleaning a home. Eco-friendly spring cleaning practices produce less waste and rely on less chemicals to rejuvenate a home and get it ready for those seasons when huddling inside under the covers takes a backseat to lounging around the house as fresh air washes into the home. The following are a handful of ways to efficiently clean a home while also protecting the environment.
When sifting through clutter in a home, discard those items that have gone ignored for years, as they likely have little or no financial value and it’s safe to assume they serve no practical purpose as well. Once clutter has been cleared out, prevent more of it from accumulating by making a conscious effort to discard items once they no longer serve any practical purpose. This includes old newspapers and magazines, as well as any other items that are likely to sit in a pile or on a shelf for months on end. Preventing the buildup of clutter reduces the amount of time you need to spend spring cleaning next year while also improving indoor air quality.
• Clear out the clutter. Clutter is an enemy to homeowners and the environment alike. That’s because addressing clutter is often an inefficient process in which
• Use cleaners only when windows are open. Many people get a head start on spring cleaning in late winter, when the weather might have started to warm up
but has not yet warmed to the point when windows throughout the home can be opened. Though there’s nothing wrong with starting early, avoid using cleaning products on days when you can’t open the windows. Many cleaning products contain ample or even just trace amounts of chemicals that can compromise indoor air quality and may exacerbate existing medical conditions like respiratory ailments. When using cleaning products, try to do so only when the windows are open and fresh air can enter the home. • Ensure appliances are working at peak efficiency. Spring cleaning is a great time to inspect appliances to make sure they are operating efficiently. Clean or replace filters on window air conditioning units. Dusty or dirty filters will force the air conditioner to work harder and use more energy to cool a room. In addition, dirty or dusty filters make units less efficient, which means rooms won’t cool as quickly on those scorching summer afternoons. Appliances forced to work harder also cost more money, and those costs can be considerable. When checking appliances, be sure
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How to spruce up outdoor space before hosting guests Beautiful nights make for great opportunities to invite some friends over for a starry soiree under the nighttime sky. Unlike house parties at which guests will be spending most of their time indoors and in various rooms throughout the house, outdoor parties are often limited to smaller areas, such as patios. That can make things much less taxing on hosts, who won’t have much prep work to do to get an outdoor hosting area ready for guests. But even an impromptu party requires planning and a little elbow grease before guests arrive. The following are a few areas to address before guests arrive for your next outdoor get-together. • Clear the walkways and patio of debris. The walkways and patio may not need too much attention, but give them a once-over with a broom to clear any debris. When clearing the patio of debris, move all furniture, making sure to sweep up any debris, including food, that might have fallen beneath tables and chairs since your most recent party. If the patio is especially dirty, consider power washing it to remove stubborn stains that can rob the area of its aesthetic appeal. • Clean the furniture. Whether it’s been months
“ from page. 17 to check the refrigerator as well. Refrigerators are plugged in all day long, and those that are not operating at peak efficiency can cost you a lot of money in the long run. Periodically clean the coils on the back of your refrigerator so it can operate more efficiently, saving energy and money. Vacuum cleaners should also be inspected before each use to make sure reels are not covered in hair, which can
since your last party on the patio or just a few days, the furniture must be cleaned. Unless items have been stored in a garage or shed, patio furnishings are exposed to the elements, and that means dirt, soil, soot or pollen may have accumulated on the furniture. Wipe down all cushions, using a mild detergent when necessary. Cushions may need some time to dry, so make this one of your first tasks, and leave cushions out in the sun so they dry more quickly. Once the cushions have been cleaned, wipe down the furniture with a wet towel to clear them of any dirt or debris. • Clean and inspect the grill. The grill is a go-to accessory when hosting an outdoor party, so give the grill a thorough cleaning before the first guests arrive.
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Community Seven Days: May 8-14 Seven Days is a free A&E listing published in print every Wednesday, and online every Thursday. To submit your event, email it to Jenna Hauck at photo@theprogress. com, or call 604-702-5576. May 8 - The Spring Thaw Tour featuring Corb Lund with guests
Harlan Pepper is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets: $37.50 and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391SHOW(7469) or online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.. May 9 - The Tourist Company is playing at The Acoustic Emporium (45892 Wellington Ave.) at 7:30 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.). Tickets $10 at the door. www.thetouristcom-
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May 10 - The Art of Wine Festival is a benefit event, featuring music from The Stuart Young Trio, at the Cultural Centre at 7 p.m. There will be selections from more than 25 different B.C. wineries Tickets $45 and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. May 10 - Local artist Zona
Wale has a solo exhibition on display at The Art Room (#20-5725 Vedder Rd.) from May 10 to June 6. Opening reception is May 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. May 10 - The Chilliwack Metropolitan Youth Orchestra will be presenting an evening of music at 7:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Continued: SEVEN DAYS/ p24
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have lost their healthy respect for distance between them and us. Not only is feeding a bear extremely dangerous for you, it is even more dangerous for all of the other people who might interact with that animal after you have basically trained it to associate people with a source of easy food. • Make noise when you are traveling in bear country. • Making noise while in the woods is the best method for preventing unwanted interactions. Bears do not want to spend time around people so if they hear you coming along the trail they will likely move off before you ever realize that they were there. This can be done by talking with trail companions or by wearing a bear bell on your backpack, or your dog’s collar etc., will giggle as you walk and make enough noise that you will be detected by the bear. Startling a bear by “sneaking” up on it, by chance or by intent, is where their behavior can become unpredictable and dangerous. I liken it to sneaking up behind a horse and then slapping its back end while standing behind it. Animals simply do not like to be startled. • Make food caches when camping. • If you are planning
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Sasha is a sweet and gentle dog who definitely lives up to her friendly appearance. When she goes to the park with Corbett’s other dog, Sasha walks around for a while and then returns to the park entrance where she sits and gets pats from other visitors as they come and go. “She’s so happy and charismatic and she’s always wagging her tail,” she says. “She’s the most loving dog
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Sardis star feeling the Heat with UBC-O Eric J. Welsh, The Progress Cam Servatius is a little bit nervous and a whole lot excited about the next step in his basketball career. Nervous because he’s making the leap from high school to university hoops — a bigger and faster game where everyone is a former high school standout. Excited because a CIS team has deemed him worthy to make that jump. The University of British ColumbiaOkanagan Heat are giving the Sardis Falcons star his big break, and he’s determined to prove that’s no mistake. “It happened after provincials where I went to an ID camp up there,” Servatius said. “There were about 65 kids there, ranging in age from 17 to 25 years old.” Servatius impressed UBC-O basketball bench boss Pete Guarasci and his coaching staff. He flashed his lockdown defender skills, threw down one slam dunk and worked his butt off. After the tryout ended, four players were offered roster spots. “They liked my versatility, and said I had a chance to develop into a really good player,” Servatius recalled. “I was really excited coming home, knowing I’ve got a place to play and knowing what I might be able to accomplish.” Servatius always had in mind to try and use basketball as a springboard to higher education, but he always kept his expectations in check. He had a call from Douglas College during the season, but never heard back, and at one point figured it might not happen. “I didn’t have the greatest provincials, but I did have one really good game against Holy Cross that I thought might help me out,” he said. “But the UBC-O coach wasn’t there for
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that one. He saw the first game of the tournament, where I scored zero points.” The good game was a final-four semi-final against the Crusaders. Servatius and his Falcons fell to Holy Cross, but he was all over the floor. “In the beginning of Grade 11 he was coming off the bench for the few couple games, but you knew he had potential,” said his head coach at Sardis, Kyle Graves. “He was tall and lanky with great athleticism, but I didn’t know what kind of basketball player he was going to be.” Servatius eventually won Graves over with his defence and intensity. Once the whistle blew, the coach was confident he’d get everything Servatius had.
“Out of everyone on our team, he’s been the most intense and scrappy — throwing an elbow or picking up a technical (foul) for shoving a guy,” Graves said. “That’s something I’ve always liked, and I’ve really pushed him hard the last two years.” With Graves prodding him, Servatius emerged as the third Sardis star, teaming with Eric Rogers and Hayden Lejeune to form a daunting trio. “I’ve gotten a lot smarter with the ball, making better decisions,” Servatius said, when asked how he’s evolved. “Knowing when to shoot, when to make that extra pass. Learning how to dribble, because I really sucked at it in Grade 10.”
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Servatius may have been even better, but for one flaw he openly admits to. “I could have done a lot more in senior in terms of training, which I kind of regret,” he said. “Guarding one of the 25-year-olds at the camp, he was way bigger and stronger than me. I definitely have to work up to that, because it’s going to be way different than it was in high school.” Graves, always one of the biggest players wherever he went, believes Servatius has matured and is ready for the challenge. “I’ve talked to him enough and his dad played university sports — he knows he’s got a lot of untapped potential, but I don’t think we’ve seen him at 100 per cent yet,” Graves said. “Once we do, who knows where his limit is. “Last week we had a Sardis basketball program meeting where he was talking to the Grade 10s and 11s about how much work they have to do,” Graves continued. “That was really neat to see and something I’d never have expected to hear from him in the earlier years.” Servatius is the second of the big three to secure a CIS spot. Lejeune committed to the University of Victoria Vikes a week or two before playoffs started, and there’s now a very good chance the former teammates will clash as opponents. “I think he’ll do just fine, considering he’s six foot seven and fast,” Servatius laughed. “I hope we kill him in a game though. I don’t want to lose to Hayden.” Before that can happen, Servatius has to assert himself with the Heat and find a way into the regular rotation. That, he believes, will be the biggest challenge of all. “I’m confident but also a little scared in some ways because I want to play a lot, but I’ll be a rookie playing with a lot of guys who want it just as much as me,” he said. “I’ll have to get in the gym as much as I can every day and see what it does for me.” See athletics.ok.ubc.ca
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The TELUS Store in Eagle Landing is now operated by Tom Harris Cellular #410 - 8249 Eagle Landing Parkway Between Walmart and Cineplex Theatres 604-702-0200
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Sports Scuba lessons give Big Brothers/ Sisters something to dive into Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley, the Leisure Recreation Group and Langley Diving have come together to offer youth a chance to experience the thrill of scuba diving for free with their Big Brother and Big Sister mentors. The training session will be held on May 10 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Landing Leisure Centre in Chilliwack. “As an organization we are always looking for ways to enrich the experience of our matches and this is a great example of community coming together to make it happen,” said Collette Bohach, of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Les Newman, owner of Langley Diving said that his team thought this would be a great opportunity to make an investment in the community when they came up with the idea. “My staff and I love introducing new people to our sport,” he said. “Nothing compares to seeing a child’s eyes bug out the first time they take a breath underwater. I can’t believe we didn’t think of this sooner.” The Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre is supplying the pool and lifeguard facilities at no charge. Each Big Brother and Big Sister will get to try scuba diving with their young friends for a half hour in the safe confines of the Landing pool under the direct supervision of PADI Professionals supplied by Langley Diving. The participant will also get to play in the aquatic facilities of the pool, including the slide and wave pool, all at no charge for a fun filled morning.
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CERTIFIED TECH New Car Dealer (Chilliwack) Must be driven to succeed, above average communication skills, operate independently with minimum supervision, certified ac, computer literate and min 2 years experience required. Must be able to work new and used cars and trucks. All best equipment available, scan tools. Looking for a long term commitment, independent contractor or employee immediately. Daily guarantee/flat rate. Please submit resume: Attn: Don Murphy Fraservalley Mitsubishi between 9am - 12, mon-fri. 45510 Yale Rd
Fireside Addiction Services. 604-702-9879 Call for appointment.
We are deeply touched by the great outpouring of love and support our family has received since our Madeline’s passing. The Barker family would like to heartfully thank you for your kind expression of sympathy and thoughtfulness during this very difficult time. It is appreciated and will always be remembered. Also many thanks to the nurses and staff on the 5th floor, East Wing for all of their wonderful care.
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• Minimum investment as low as $6,050 required • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext: 400OT.
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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS
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Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.
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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
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FULL Time Position - Receiver A busy Manufacturing Firm in Port Coquitlam needs a full time Receiver. The successful applicant will assist co-workers in the receiving, routing and verification of all incoming parts, supplies, and related documents. Requirements: Very good computer skills, must be well organized, must be detail oriented, must be able to work under pressure and be self motivated. Previous Receiving experience in the Manufacturing industry would be an asset. Please apply by email to careers@empireds.com .
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RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS needed, with experience. Must have own vehicle. Competitive wages.Serious inquires only. Call 604-795-6546.
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
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Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The business has been in operation since 1955 and is located in the Port Kells area of Surrey.
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IEM Has An Attractive Remuneration Package Including An Employee Ownership Program.
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Plants also available
The successful candidate should have 5 years’ experience as a steel fabricator.
6950 Sumas Prairie Rd., Chilliwack 778-552-1221
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Ed and Donna Strohmaier are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Kevin Strohmaier to Jayda Smith, daughter of Richard and Leslie Loewen. Wedding to be held July 26, 2014.
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The successful candidate will have a valid forklift certiÄcate, and material handling experience in a steel fabrication shop. Millwright type experience will be an asset. To apply submit resume by
Email: dsmith@iem.ca Fax: 604-513-9905
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 45938 Wellington Avenue Chilliwack, BC V2P 2C7 ph: 604.792.4267 fax: 604.792.6575
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ORTHODOX CHURCH St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church
DIVINE LITURGY Sunday, May 11, 2014 at 10:00am Rt. Rev. Fr. Peter Hnatiw Victor St. & Cleveland Info 604-795-5271 or 604-858-9048
FULL GOSPEL Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International Meet every Saturday at 12 noon at Homer’s Restaurant, for more info: 604-824-0185 cell: 604-316-4540 marghamm@shaw.ca www.chilliwackfgbmfi.com
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“An Afternoon in Song” May 4 at 2:30pm 9460 Charles St., Chilliwack
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
SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH 45625 South Sumas Rd.
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694
www.sardiscommunitychurch.com 604-858-7191 scc@shawcable.com
EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH 604-792-6013
Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
Pastor: Rob Brown
CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY CHURCH ®
ANGLICAN
“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
YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack
Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED
LIVE VIDEO STREAMING ON... www.chilliwackhrc.com or sermonaudio.com/chilliwackhrc
CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S
8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 Weekday Mass - 8 a.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday - 8 a.m. , 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.
June 30, 1952
Brian Thomas Beeson passed away on Monday, May 5, 2014 at Chilliwack, BC at the age of 61. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Brian’s name to the Parkinson Society of BC. Private family arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
Bohmer Margaret Angela May 29, 1930-April 30, 2014
Chilliwack Campus Sunday, 9:30 & 11 am 46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.
Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue
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CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH Rev. Heather Anderson
604-795-5725
Beeson Brian Thomas
COMMUNITY
BAPTIST
45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack
It is with deep sorrow and sadness Sharon passed away on her birthday at Chilliwack General Hospital after a long illness. She is deeply loved by her husband Al; children Linda, Raphael, Elmor, Robert; daughters in-law, Cheryl, Nova and Kathy. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. She was born Sharon M. Fogarty in Sydney, Nova Scotia, the youngest of 13 children. She was full of vigor, humour and had a great zest for life. She is already missed and always will be. Love you forever.
CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH
604-703-1863
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.
April 24, 1044 - April 24, 2014
Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 am
Jake Block passed away peacefully on April 19th at the age of 89, with wife Irene Gummeson at his side. Her children, Jake’s son Ron and daughter Cindy, grandchildren and step-grandchildren near to his side, the room at Cascade Hospice was filled with love and gratitude. He is survived by his wife, Irene, 3 step-children, 8 stepgrandchildren, 3 step-great grandchildren, his first wife Susan Block (Kroeker) 3 children, Diane, Ron and Cindy, 7 grand children, 10 great grand children, sister Betty and brothers John and Henry. Born March 7th, 1925 in Orenberg, Ukraine, he arrived to Canada in September, 1926. Settled in Rosenfeld, Manitoba and relocated to the Fraser Valley in 1947 where he made his mark in B.C. as a legendary sportsman and friend. Predeceased by Mother and Father, Anna and John Block, brothers Pete and David, sisters Susan and Anne whom he looked forward to meeting again. Memorial to be held 11:00am May 9th, Cascade Community Church, 35190 Delair Rd, Abbotsford, B.C. All are welcome. He will be greatly missed but his strength of spirit abides through us.
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EVERYONE WELCOME!
ROMAN CATHOLIC
BAHÁ'Í FAITH “God sufficeth all things above all things, and nothing in the heavens or in the earth but God sufficeth. Verily, He is in Himself the Knower, the Sustainer, The Omnipotent.” Abdu’l-Bahà
Classes - 9:30 am Worship Service – 10:50 am Sunday School – 9:30 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda
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It is with deep sadness that we announce that our Mum passed away peacefully to the Lord on April 30, 2014. She has been the greatest Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Mentor and friend. Full of laughter and love, Angie has been a guiding light for her extended family and dear friends. She leaves us with a legacy of faith, hope and cherished memories of family gatherings. A celebration of life will be held Friday, May 9 at 11:30 am St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack BC. We will miss her strength of character and abiding love, and remember her always.
Dykmans Henry Gerrard October 25, 1930 May 1, 2014
Henry “Hank” Gerrard Dykmans passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at Cascade Hospice at the age of 83. Hank will be sadly missed by his wife Margaret “Peggy”; children Lenard (Marlene), Debbie (Don), Henry, and Donny (Sherry); grandchildren Tony, Jordan, Christopher, Brandon and Alisa; great grandchildren Ryder and Sophia; Chris, Jessica and Otis (the dog). He was predeceased by his daughter Rita. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 7 from 7 to 8:30 pm at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
Long Marie Blanche
Voth Helga Elfrieda
August 2, 1917 ~ April 29, 2014 After a sudden illness, lasting a several days, Marie Long passed away surrounded by her caring immediate and extended family. She is lovingly remembered by her three loving children, granddaughter and great-grandchildren. Marie was born Marie Pilon, to a large Montreal French Canadian family in 1917. Her early years were challenging as she coped with being the middle child of a large low income family of 11 children. In her late teens she had a realization that would define the rest of her life; life was what you made of it and courage, compassion, contemplation, creativity and strong effort were the tools by which to shape your life into something meaningful. Marie was a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, poet, philosopher, writer, artist, hiker and avid walker. She had spunk and great energy and never failed to remind people of her intention of living as long as possible nor about what was on her mind at any given time. Marie always lived life to the fullest and at 96 she was still going on daily walks and strolls until her last few days. She inspired all who knew her. An poignant excerpt from one of her poems sums it all “In an embrace of Joy; closer to God our Creator, Death is full of Life Within, Do not cry for me, I am now in Blessed Peace.” She will be sadly missed and always remembered. A Celebration of Life and Memorial Tea will be held from 2 to 4 pm on Sunday, May 18th at the Auburn Seniors Residence - 8531 Young Street, Chilliwack. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca.
Helga Elfrieda Voth (nee Dueck) went to be with the Lord on May 2nd, 2014 at Chilliwack General Hospital at the age of 76. Helga was born in Langley BC, trained as an RN at VGH and served with M.C.C. in the Congo for 3 years. She was active in Eden Mennonite Church, Camp Squeah and BC Women in Mission. She enjoyed gardening and camping but was challenged by her progressively decreasing mobility due to Multiple Sclerosis. She courageously faced this, as well as the more recent cancer. Helga is lovingly remembered by her husband, Dr. Neil Voth; children Will (Margaret), Ken and David; grandchildren Katie and Alexander; brother Victor (Chris) Dueck; sister Lori (Ken) Mulroy; sisters-in-law Helga and Win and many friends. She is predeceased by her parents Heinrich H. and Elizabeth Dueck, newborn son Daniel (1968) and brothers Henry and John Dueck. A Service of Remembrance will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, May 13th at Eden Mennonite Church, 46551 Chilliwack Central Rd, Chilliwack; Pastor Rob Brown officiating. Memorial Donations may be made in Helga’s name to Mennonite Central Committee or the M.S. Society of Canada. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
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JOB LOCATION: In-SHUCK-ch Nation Deroche Administration Office JOB ENVIRONMENT / DUTIES: Working under the supervision of the Economic Development Officer, the incumbent will be expected to: S Research business concept study templates S Research business model development tools S Research characteristics of a business model S Develop market research tools to support business model development S Develop business models for In-SHUCK-ch businesses S Prepare business financial projections from research S Maintain open and reliable communication through various forms of media S Pass a criminal Record Check S Must have a valid class 5 Drivers License
Webber, Bill Our hero survived two strokes and a cardiac arrest, was courageous until the end. We did not want him to leave, we loved him and he will be dearly missed by his family. He was a great dad, grandpa, husband and friend. Born in Vancouver September 25, 1938 living most of his life in B.C. He was adventurous and traveled with his family and lived in Australia for a time. Always working hard to provide for his family. He was an avid sports fan enjoying, playing and watching all types of sports. Predeceased by his daughter, brother, mother and father. Survived by his loving wife Joan, son Robert (Roberta) and daughter Kathy. Three special grandchildren Ryan (Miranda), Catriona and Isobel. Great grandchildren Owen and Molly. Sister Joyce (Bob) Waite nieces Lori (Ian) Kind and Sonia (Geoff) in Australia, nephews Scott (Lauren) in Australia and Michael, Alberta. No service by request, ashes to be scattered at a later date after family gathering. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Chilliwack Hospital.
EXPERIENCE: The incumbent shall be adept in using Microsoft office, possess superior verbal and written communication skills. EDUCATION REQUIRMENTS: Have some post secondary education and will be continuing their education in the fall. Pursuant to the Aboriginal Employment Program, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry. SALARY: Dependant upon experience. DEADLINE: May 15, 2014 or until position is filled. START DATE: June 2, 2014. POSITION DURATION: 13 wks Please forward your resume with an attached cover letter.
Sheryl Rankel, Office Mgr Phone: 604-820-6873 Fax: 604-820-6847 - Email: sheryl.rankel@inshuckch.com Thank you for your resume however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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EVENT ASSISTANT JOB LOCATION: In-SHUCK-ch Nation Deroche Administration Office JOB ENVIRONMENT / DUTIES: Working under the supervision of the Cultural Coordinator, the incumbent will be expected to: S Assist with the preparation, set up/take down for In-SHUCK-ch Days 2014 S Attend event Aug. 23-24, 2014 S Assist with seeking donations & sponsorship for event S Assist with preparation of final In-SHUCK-ch Days reports S Contribute to the monthly Ucwalmicw newsletter through articles S May also assist in the day-today office duties S Beneficial to have a valid Class 5 Drivers License. EXPERIENCE: The incumbent shall be adept in using Microsoft office, possess superior verbal & written communication skills. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Have some post secondary education and will be continuing their education in the fall. Pursuant to the Aboriginal Employment Program, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry. SALARY: perience.
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DEADLINE is May 15, 2014 or until position is filled. START DATE: June 2, 2014. POSITION DURATION: 13 wks Please forward your resume with an attached cover letter.
Sheryl Rankel, Office Mgr Phone: 604-820-6873 Fax: 604-820-6847 - Email: sheryl.rankel@inshuckch.com Thank you for your resume however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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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
COOK
A Vietnamese Cuisine Restaurant: 104-45863 Yale Road West, Chilliwack, BC, Canada, V2P 2N6 is seeking a Cook with 2-3 years of experience in cooking traditional Vietnamese dishes. Pay will be $14.00 per hour on the basis of 40 hours per week, standard benefits applicable. Interested candidates send their resumes ASAP to PhoGalaxy.Chilliwack@gmail.com
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LABOURERS LABOURERS
Required for PVC plastic products manufacturing in Abbotsford. Will provide training. Experience with power tools & forklift certificate an asset. Fast paced environment. F/T, $15/hr. Please send resume to: george@galaxyplastics.com
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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, Hallmark’s vibrant retirement communities have an opening for a F/T Executive Assistant: s/he will assist the Executive Director with fostering a strong and healthy community of staff and residents. Payroll and Accounting (Simply Accounting) experience required. Computer skills required (prefer MAC). Excellent verbal/written communication and project management skills are required, also the ability to multi-task while encouraging a professional atmosphere. Confidentiality and self-motivation are key. A heart for seniors is essential, as well as strong identification with Hallmark’s vision and values. Please drop resume off in person at Hallmark on the Park, 3055 Princess St, Abbotsford. Attention: Randy Kolarcik. No phone calls, please.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
MILL OPERATOR Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc., an innovative leader in the BC feed industry, has an immediate opening for a full-time mill operator (shift work). We offer an industry leading wage & benefit package including an exceptional RRSP/Pension program. 4th Class Power Engineering certificate is required. Class #1 License, First Aid and Fork lift certifications are all assets. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume, including references to:
Operations Manager Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc. 33777 Enterprise Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 7T9 Fax: 604-859-7011 Email: rsfeeds@rsfeeds.net
PERSONAL SERVICES
IHOP - CHILLIWACK FT/PT Servers, Hosts & Cooks Apply within: 45466 Old Yale Road or email: ihop318@gmail.com
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...
HVAC-R Technicians in Upper Fraser Valley. Minimum level 3 cert. Gas ticket. Exp w/ various refrig systems, boilers, controls, etc. Excellent diagnosis & cust service skills. Dependable & responsible. Benefits, RRSP package. Reply: technician@cycoholdings.com w/ resume attached.
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HELP WANTED
MIND BODY SPIRIT
604-746-6777
2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.
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HELP WANTED
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
SOME SHOES
NEED FILLING WE ARE LOOKING FOR
NEWSPAPER CARRIERS
McLean’s funeral Services 604-847-3477
KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED!
Route
Boundaries
# of Papers
CHILLIWACK 992-04 Chilliwack Mountain, Copper Ridge, Stoneridge 125 901-02
Ashwell Rd.
106
903-20 Imperial, Kenswood, Timberline
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906-48 First, Maple, Woodbine
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906-49 Woodbine, Yale
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SARDIS 920-22 7610 Evans Rd.
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Two open heart surgeries.
PROMONTORY
One big need.
923-09 Cedar Creek, Ferguson, Mullins, Teskey
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923-12 Lear, Markel, Skyview, Sylvan, Valleyview
144
Help us build a new BC Children’s Hospital.
923-17 Edgemont, MacGregor, Stonehaven, Teskey
Please Give.
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924-05 Clover, Colt, Remington, Ruger, Springfield,
beasuperhero.ca
Timothy, Winchester
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604-702-5558 130
HELP WANTED
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45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack
HELP WANTED
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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ELECTRICAL
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+
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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
FV FENCING. Quality workmanship, competitive prices. Call Alan for an estimate. (604)824-9396
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.
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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
HANDYPERSONS
PETS www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Running this ad for 10yrs
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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.
HOME REPAIRS
SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER avail. to fix things around your house or business. Call John for an estimate at (604)792-9199
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LANDSCAPING
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FEED & HAY
SCHREURS CUSTOM Round Baling. $18 per bale. (604)845-1521
PAINT SPECIAL
MR. FIX IT. commercial, residential, flood repairs, decks, general contracting and more. (604)798-5082
ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
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
ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304
Paisley Tax Service (since 1988)
Taxprep-Chilliwack.ca All Aspects of Personal Tax incl Mobile Tax Service
No Sales Tax On Fee Call John 604-792-7635
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CLEANING SERVICES
CLEANING LADY available, good references, good rates, residential. Call 604-997-1011
FOR SALE BY OWNER
By Owner- Aldergrove 4.25 acres with newly rebuilt 3 bdrm 2700sft home, 7 stall barn, riding ring. Owner will take trade in and also will carry mortgage. Asking $1,160,000.
dan knoke
RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150 YARDMEN LANDSCAPING. Making your backyard wishes come true! 604-YARD (9273) LANDSCAPE AWAY. Residential and Commercial. Book early! Call (604)845-1467
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PLUMBING
Entlebucher pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. $900 each. 604-795-7662.
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
GOLDEN LABRADOR PUPPIES. Only 2 sweethearts left. 12 weeks old. $375. Norm 604-814-0706
PRESSURE WASHING
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
PITTBULL PUPPIES - Purebred. Ready to go. Blue, tan & blue/tan brindle. Call 604-765-0453
Agassiz Bare land strata home Adults - 3 bdrms, 2 bth, 2 car grg., extra pking. in Driveway. Open Concept living rm, Kitchen, dining rm. Low strata fees. Lrg yd. Near stores, sr centre. bus. Clean and comfy. 640 796 2853
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $100
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Old inexpensive treasures! Make “moms” deck unique $10-$30, info, 604- 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------How about your mom’s dog? Cages $10-$30 (incl. collapsible) 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------“Fix” mom’s wiring, new 75m 14/2 or fish smoker $40, 604-793-7714 -----------------------------------------------For mom, easy start mulching mower $65, push reel $35, 604-793-7714
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HOUSES FOR SALE
Wntd to buy ind/comm mid/v lrg bldg. Must be reas. Priv, confidentl. Best deal fastest. rrw1@telus.net
Yorkshire Terrier, P/B, not reg., 1 male/4 female, vet certificate. $900 & up. (604)846-7074/846-7139
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HOMES WANTED We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
UNDER $300
solid oak dinette, 4 chairs, $300; dbl bed Serta mattress, box, $200; upholstered chairs, exc cond., $125; Panasonic microwave oven, $50; LCD HD TV, 32inch, $50; German cuckoo clock, $100; 8 day clock, Hamilton, jeweled movement, $100. (604)769-4996
HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811
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CONCRETE & PLACING
ATTENTION CONTRACTORS AND EQUIP OWNERS! Light industrial property with office, fenced compound, drive thru exit and entry, gravel and graded. Quick sale at $329,900. Call (604)793-3340, Chilliwack.
Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069
Evergreen Home & Garden Care. Lawns, gardens, new landscape, rubbish removal, etc. 604-793-7763
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LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187
MISC. FOR SALE
615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
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STEEL BUILDINGS...HOT SAVINGS - SPRING SALE! 20X24 $4,348. 25X24 $4,539. 30X30 $6,197. 32X36 $7,746. 40X46 $12,116. 47X72 $17,779. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
GARDENING
Steve’s Lawn Cutting. $20 & up. Hedge trimming, pruning, moss control, fertilizing. (604)845-5296
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PETS
REAL ESTATE
604-541-6391 / 604-671-7498
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ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018
Unfiled Tax Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
PETS
FENCING
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777
560
MISC. FOR SALE
BC Ferry assured loading tickets (6), left out of book of 10, current price, $145/each. Total $870. Will sell 6 tickets for $700, cash. Call (604)824-7929 KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com
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GARAGE SALES
46742 Braeside Ave Saturday May 3rd only (9:00 am - 3:00 pm) Kitchen items, never played with stuffies, games, kids/teen books, bedding sets, entertainment centre and much more. NEED SOME EXTRA CASH? Sell your stuff in a day with a garage sale ad! Call (604)702-5552 or email: classads@theprogress.com
KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs - Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available online only @ Ace Hardware & The Home Depot
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Mattresses
MOVING & STORAGE
P/B blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $800. 604-308-5665
Twin........$99 Double......$249 Queen.......$299 Plus, 50% off select furniture items.
MULTI POO miniature black brown apricot 4-5lbs Hypo allerg, exc family pet vet cert $900. 604-341-1445
#2-45676 Yale Rd, Chilliwack. 604-392-9200
Save On Furniture
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555. .A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437
Watch for our flyer in today’s paper! 3/14w M5
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RENTALS
OPEN HOUSE
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RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
706
696
New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $87,888. Chuck 604-830-1960
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20 Acres. $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee. Call 866-8825263 Ext. 81 www.sunsetranches.net
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To Arrange a Viewing Call
1.877.409.9874
APARTMENT/CONDO
14 ANNUAL CHARITY
TRUCKS & VANS
For Sale 1999 21ft. Dutchman Trailor fully self contained. queen bed. $6500 or B/O 604-796-0203
845 SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855
1755 - #9 Hwy. Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$579/m. Also, new construction,
SATURDAY, MAY 31 KINKORA GOLF COURSE
Bole Apartments Certified crime-free multi housing.
1 bdrms start...$550/m 2 bdrms start...$670/m includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d (604)792-8974
2002 FX4. 219,000 kms. All options, canopy, boxliner, rear campera. Asking $7,800. obo. (604)853-1448
Broadway Maples Apts
MARINE
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.
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Breakfast ¶ Putting Contest & 50/50 ¶ 8:30 AM Shotgun Start ¶ 4 KP Prizes ¶ Silent Auction ¶ Lunch
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
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, 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
BOOK YOUR 5-MEMBER TEAM! $65/GOLFER PREPAID
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
604.858.8717
ALL PROCEEDS TO...
PACIFIC RIDING for DEVELOPING ABILITIES
CHILLIWACK AREA, 1 & 2 bedrooms, family building close to schools, shopping and bus. Parking, laundry incl. small pet ok, avail now. Rob, 604-997-4206 04/14W_PRDA30
KINKORA GOLF COURSE 46050 Higginson Rd, Sardis For more information call 604-858-2149
HOMES FOR RENT
pick a part
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
903
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.
PACIFIC RIDING FOR DEVELOPING ABILITIES
sardis holdings. april terrace
Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to downtown. Available May 1. Call 604-703-3405
604-819-6229
GOLF TOURNAMENT
736
AUTO SERVICES
T. Marlowe Manor
TH
HOMES FOR RENT
812
West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310
1993 5th Wheel Trailer, Custom Coach, hitch, $5500. Call (604)795-3507
condo quality l bdrm...$650
CHILLIWACK. 1 bdrm, $580/m Laundry hook-ups incl. Ref’s required, available now. Call (604)7039076
CHILLIWACK: The Imperial - 9143 Atwood St. Spacious 2 bdrm condo, nr hospital, cls to South Gate mall, restaurants, bus, insuite lndry, gas f/p, 2 lrg balconies. $850/mo. Avail. June 1. n/p, n/s. 604-306-9710
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HOMES FOR RENT
taylor place
Chilliwack, The Vibe, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appl, secure underground parking, storage, $850/m. No dogs, 1 spayed cat. Ross Fullbrook, Royal LePage, (604)792-0077
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Chilliwack. 44758 Yale Rd West. 4lease 6400sf building with mezzanine, zoned M1. Inquiries (604)9243259 or 604-313-1286
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750
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WANTED TO RENT
Retired senior couple, businessman and teacher, need rental accommodation for June 1, if possible while looking for a home to buy in Chilliwack, furnished or unfurnished. Have small older dog, very well trained. Call (250)752-6462 or cel 604-928-0722
TRANSPORTATION 810
MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com
Property Management Division
SUITES, LOWER
Chilliwack, 2BR lge bright shower only, sep ldry, strg, carport lge yard util incl June 1 $950 604-316-4668 CHWK: Bachelor suites avail 55+ Laminate flrs. Ns/Np. Incl heat/water. 604-997-7337, 604-792-5173
HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES
604.858.RENT (7368)
HOMES FOR RENT
SARDIS, 4 bdrm, 4 bath T/H. N/S, N/P. $1600/mo. Dbl car garage. Avail June 1. 604-858-4639.
Chilliwack Rentals HOMELIFE GLENAYRE REALTY CHILLIWACK LTD.
BOAT ACCESSORIES
TRADEMASTERS ELECTRIC boat loader, $1000. 604-792-7524
02/14W_HL5
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
1.800.910.6402
AGASSIZ
9430 Nowell St. Ready to move-in. Adult oriented. Incl. hot water heating & window coverings, 2 appl. Suites w/balcony, laundry on 1st flr, elevator w/wheelchair ramp, covered parking. Starting from $520/m. 604-824-0264
PRIZE FOR EVERY GOLFER
838 Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
and 2 bdrm...$850/m
SPONSOR A HOLE FOR $100
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
OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
RENT TO OWN
1 BEDROOM .
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2003 Cadillac CTS sport AWD, 76,248km, white, like new, $9,900 obo. Call (604)858-7553
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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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
1993 SANDPIPER 5th wheel trailer w/ hitch. 26 ft Microwave, oven, stove, fridge, a/c, heater. Very Good Condition, asking $5500. Call to view. 604-792-3551 or at demerse@gmail.com
Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.
RENTALS
MORTGAGES
845
Tow-Car
Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.
Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit.
OTHER AREAS
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
Call Mgr: 604-791-9488
1 bdrm. from $575 2 bdrm. from $735
bcclassified.com 1-866-575-5777
TRANSPORTATION
2002 Hyundai Accent hatchback, 2 door, standard, low miles, complete tow bar & electric cable, excellent condition. $1950 obo. Call 1 (604)796-0211 Agassiz
Near Cottonwood Mall, on quiet street. N/S, N/P. Hot water, 3 appl, balcony, elevator. 55+ firm
Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.
CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS!
AUTO FINANCING
2 Bdrm avail now
Cedar Apartments 6 bedroom home in desirable Webster Landing. All info on kijiji ad# 578170532. 44425 Bayshore Ave. Chilliwack. $489,000. 604-703-9298
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TRANSPORTATION
COTTONWOOD Apts.
1 Month FREE Rent
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.
APARTMENT/CONDO
TRANSPORTATION
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca
AUTO FINANCING
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On July 18, 2013, at the 5800 block of Hopedale Road, Chilliwack, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Conservation Officer Service seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a Canna Cromata 410 cal, a Remington Sako 7mm, a Remington 700 338 Win Mag, a Tikka T3 30-06, a Benelli 12ga, Baikal 12ga, an El Faison 410ga, a Parker-Hale Inc 308 Win, a Ruger 10-22 22 cal, a Fausti 12ga, a Tikka T3 300 Win, a Marlin 30-30 cal, a Winchester 12ga, a Remington 870 Express, and a Hawken Connecticut Valley Arms Inc, 50 cal, all of which were seized on or about 07:30 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 91(1) (Unauthorized possession of firearm) and section 86(2) (Unsafe storage of firearms). Notice is hereby given that the
subject property, CFO file Number: 2014-2035, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On July 6, 2011, as a result of a vehicle stop on Highway 1 Westbound and Annis Road, Chilliwack, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Chilliwack RCMP seized, at 46326 Airport Road and at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $763.75 CAD, on or about 17:15 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2014-2114, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil
Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
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Sweet & Juicy
Fresh & Nutritious
Haden Mangos
Strawberries (1lb box)
Tomatoes On-Vine
3/$4.00
2 boxes
Mexico Grown
for $5.00
99¢/lb Locally Grown
California Grown
Sweet & Tasty
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Peaches & Cream Corn
Jumbo Lyon Artichokes
3/$2.49
2/$5.00
California Grown
LOCAL Organic Rhubarb is now available!
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Cottonwood Mall
South Fraser Gate
Across from London Drugs Beside COBS Bread Chilliwack 604.858.6368
#105 - 2653 Trethewey Street By Shoppers Drug Mart Abbotsford 604.870.8686
OPEN same as mall hours
OPEN 9am to 8pm