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Katie Bartel The Progress Parents, keep your children home. That’s the message coming out of the school board office in light of this week’s one-day rotating strike. Letters were sent home to parents late last week requesting they keep their children home from classes Thursday, May 29, the scheduled day Chilliwack teachers will be on picket lines. Although schools will technically be open, there will be no adequate supervision, said superintendent Evelyn Novak. The district anticipates other unionized workers will honour picket lines put up by teachers. As a result, buses will not be running, nor will support staff be on duty. “We know that our teachers and support staff will not be reporting for duty, so we are asking parents to keep their children home that day,” said Novak. “We want to ensure that our students and staff are safe, that is our primary concern.” In addition, all school-based daycares, preschools, StrongStart centres, community schools, and neighbourhood learning centres will be closed, and facility rentals cancelled. Parents looking for more information are asked to watch the school district website, or contact their school principal. “We know that you share with us the desire to return to normal operations as quickly as possible and that this labour dispute will soon be concluded,” she said. Peter Cameron, chief negotiator for the province’s school districts, said the union’s latest wage demand amounts to 15.9 per cent over four years. The BCTF maintains its wage proposal is 13.25 per cent over four years, including cost-of-living increases based on each year’s inflation rate.

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Eight-year-old Brandon Sigurdson gets his palm printed with the help of Nicole Armstrong of Chilliwack Crime Prevention Services at JumpStart at Canadian Tire on Saturday. Not only did JumpStart raise funds for kids who might not otherwise be able to afford organized sports, it presented information from local community groups. The printing was part of a child safety identification initiative. GREG KNILL/ PROGRESS

SAR member earns volunteer of the year A key member of Chilliwack Search and Rescue has earned a Public Safety Lifeline Volunteer award for his contributions to emergency and disaster response in British Columbia. Jack Bryceland, a 40-year veteran of the local association, was named British Columbia’s 2014 SAR Volunteer of the Year at a ceremony in Victoria on Monday. He was one of six volunteers from across the province to be presented a PSLV award by Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton. Public Safety Lifeline Volunteers conduct air and ground searches, help the victims of serious car

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accidents, set up networks of volunteer teams and co-ordinate services for victims of natural disasters. Bryceland, who was out of country and unable to attend Monday’s ceremony, joined Chilliwack SAR in 1974. A former Chilliwack secondary teacher, he is a lead instructor for the Chilliwack ground search and rescue team, and has trained volunteers in all of the rescue disciplines including: avalanche, helicopter external transport system, mountain rescue, rope rescue, swift water rescue, and dive rescue team (since replaced by the RCMP dive team). His love for the outdoors

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has helped thousands of hikers navigate key trails in the province safely. Bryceland also worked with Neil Grainger on his book, “The Mountain Project” by climbing several of the peaks named after fallen war heroes and placing a cross at the summit to commemorate their sacrifice. As a teacher, Bryceland helped educate young people on the importance of wilderness safety and environmental preservation. Today, he is a member in many clubs and organizations including: the Chilliwack Outdoor Club, the Federation of Mountain Continued: BRYCELAND/ p5

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Private-versus-public debate enters school scrap Katie Bartel The Progress A Chilliwack parent is challenging the government to claw back private school funding in light of the public school labour strife. Judi Chalmer, mom of a kindergarten-aged child and former educational assistant, was “floored” to learn private schools get partial funding from taxpayer coffers. “I am appalled to find that our tax dollars are subsidizing the private/independent school system at the rate it is while clearly the public school system is falling apart,” Chalmer told The Progress. “They’re getting double funding. They’re getting public money and private money.”

The provincial government funds between 35 and 50 per cent of full-time equivalent students for independent schools. In the 201213 school year, that totaled $295 million. The funding is solely for operating costs; it does not include land acquisition, building construction, or school equipment. Still, Chalmer said that money could be better used in the public school system. “Public education needs more funding, but the government keeps saying they have no money,” she said. When the Ministry of Education started funding private schools in 1977, there were 156 such schools. There are now 350 schools with

76,000 students enrolled. Of the eight independent schools in Chilliwack, 1,782 students were enrolled in the 2012-13 school year. “It’s taking more of taxpayers’ money away from the public school system,” said Chalmer. “Clearly the way funding is being disbursed isn’t working and the government needs to be proactive in changing it. And this [cutting private school funding] is one way of offering more funds to the public system.” But Peter Froese, executive director of the Federation of Independent Schools Associations, argues that to do so would actually be more taxing on the public school system.

“People haven’t thought through the numbers,” he said. “From an economic perspective, it doesn’t make financial sense. If we withdrew funding for independent schools, many of our schools would have to close and those students would end up in the public sector. It would cost the taxpayer more to cut the funding for independent schools than it would to continue providing the funding at the 50 and 35 per cent rate.” The suggestion to cut private school funding isn’t new, said Froese. “During a labour strife, this is the time when the question of funding is usually raised,” he said. Labour strife in the public sector is also a time when “enrollment

Push is on to make up for lost donations Jenna Hauck The Progress The message has always been clear from Canadian Blood Services: there will never be enough donated blood. This message is especially relevant now, following two blood clinic closures in Chilliwack two months ago due to the measles outbreak. It’s coming up to eight weeks since the clinic cancellations — the minimum amount of time donors must wait before being eligible to donate again — and CBS is noticing a significant drop in donor appointments for the month of June as a result of the hundreds of appointment cancellations by CBS because of the measles. They need to fill more than 200 donation appointments on June 9 and June 13, the two clinics hit hardest. At the beginning of April, two Chilliwack clinics were cancelled as “a precautionary practice to keep the blood and donors and recipients and staff safe,” said CBS medical consultant Dr. Mark Bigham at the time of the cancellations. Brayden Galbraith, 17, and his mother, Darla, were two of many whose appointments were cancelled during those April clinics. It was particularly frustrating for both of them because it was the second time that they were both unable to donate blood. Earlier this year, before the measles outbreak, they made appointments to

grows most significantly” in independent schools, said Froese. In 2012, enrollment at private schools grew by over four per cent province wide, compared to the one and two per cent increase it usually averages. “Quite honestly, when there’s labour strife, parents from public schools tend to look to independent schools as a place where the learning of their children will not be interrupted,” said Froese. “The issue is real, we all want to educate kids and we want to do it well, but I think the bottom line is it’s more than just money that needs to be solved here.” kbartel@theprogress.com twitter.com/schoolscribe33

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“I was curious as to what my blood type was and I found out that I’m AB positive, which is only 2.5 percent of the population,” he said. Only recipients who are also AB positive can receive a donor’s AB positive blood, which means donors like Landon are rare. Brody’s blood type is B positive. “It was something that I always wanted to do, and now that I had the chance I took advantage of it,” he said.

Chilliwack Teachers’ Association is fuming over a letter sent home with students Monday afternoon. The letter from the B.C. Education Ministry, entitled Information for parents during BCTF strike action, was a combined backgrounder on how the strike unfolded and a Q&A as to how the partial lockout will affect education. But when CTA president Clint Johnston saw the letter, which was also posted on school websites, he was infuriated. “It is the most biased propaganda that I’ve ever seen,” Johnston said, unable to hide his anger. “It completely lays out [the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association’s] position and vilifies BCTF.” Johnston said the bulletin is full of inaccuracies and omissions. “It omits the part where the employer has locked us out,” he said. “They purposely avoid stating that we are locked out.” Johnston also noted the line that states teachers are not to start work more than 45 minutes before or after their classes. Yet, in the original letter from BCPSEA that outlined the partial lockout, teachers were “directed” not to attend their workplace during those times. The direction was clear, said Johnston.

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donate but were deferred since they had been to Mexico within the past year. On Monday, they were both finally able to donate. Brayden had been waiting a while to do it. The Grade 12 Chilliwack secondary student chose the topic of blood donation for his social justice project in November where he had to pick something that he had to raise awareness for. “He wanted to do something that could make a difference,” said Darla. “I suggested looking into why it is important to donate

blood.” “It was something that I didn’t really know a lot about, and I was never concerned about it,” said Brayden. “After reading more and more about it, I realized that there was a big shortage of blood and there needed to be awareness made.” Members of their family have needed blood transfusions in the past, and so it seemed to be the perfect topic for Brayden. He went around his school, put up posters, and asked his friends and schoolmates if they would

donate blood. He got about 16 teens, plus some parents to make appointments. His cousin, Landon Smith, and friends Austin McGregor and Brody Bier, were three from the group that Brayden formed. “I didn’t realize the need for it,” said Austin. “I was quite hesitant because I am not fond of needles, but when Brayden came to me with the opportunity and when I saw the need, I realized it was the right thing to do.” After Landon donated, he got an uplifting call from CBS.

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Rafters plucked from icy river Three people were pulled from a racing Chilliwack River Saturday, thanks to the combined efforts of RCMP, Chilliwack Search and Rescue, and members of the public. The drama began at around 1:45 p.m. when a passing RCMP officer was flagged down at the Vedder Bridge and told a raft had overturned and three people were in the icy waters. With the river running at its highest point in more than month, Chilliwack Search and Rescue and its swift water rescue team were

called in. Two male occupants of the raft were pulled to shore by members of the public who were at the river and saw the event unfold, police say. However, a female was swept farther down the river and left stranded on a gravel bar east of the Vedder Bridge. Due to her precarious location, several additional RCMP officers were called in to assist with the rescue efforts.Â The SAR swift water members were able to reach the female and transport her back to a waiting ambulance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All three rafters

Jack Bryceland BRYCELAND from Front Clubs of British Columbia, and the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC in which he is a board member. He has also served as the Fraser Valley representative for the BC Search and Rescue Association. In presenting the award, Attorney General and justice minister Anton praised the dedication by volunteers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are local heroes who provide aid and support to the public during times of extreme hardship,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are there for people in their worst moments. On behalf of government and all British Columbians, I would like to extend a special thank you to all of those that put the needs of others before themselves.â&#x20AC;? Bryceland will be officially presented his award at a later date.

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LETTER from page 3 “That’s not equivocal, that’s not up for interpretation, our employer directed us not to attend the site,” said Johnston. “None of this makes sense. None of it works. I believe it’s deliberately made to be confusing and incoherent.” The fact it was sent home with students, not sealed in an envelope, also disappointed Johnston. He said that while he recognizes both the union and the employer’s rights to send letters home with students, the union follows a protocol where letters are sealed in envelopes for the protection of students. “Children, especially young children who can’t understand the issues at hand, should not be subjected to the disagreements of the two parties,” said Johnston. “But this was sent home open for any student to read.” A Chilliwack school district official told The Progress that it was just background information, and that it could be viewed publicly, regardless, on all school and district websites province wide.

No legislation planned for teacher strike The B.C. government is not planning to legislate a settlement to the latest teacher strike, which is shutting down schools in each district for a day this week. Education Minister Peter Fassbender said Monday the government is looking for movement from the B.C. Teachers’ Federation on its wage and benefit demands, but isn’t going to impose another contract extension on the union. The legislature is scheduled to adjourn for the summer on Thursday. “To rush to legislation is not where we’re going to go,” Fassbender said. “We want the BCTF to come to the table with a wage response that is reasonable and within the zone of other public sector unions. We expect them to come with something that is affordable for taxpayers.”

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Two Chilliwack veterans were among the recipients of France’s highest military honour last week for their part in the invasion of Normandy. Walter Georgeson and Len Fitzgerald were presented the Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur by Jean-Christope Fleury, ConsulGeneral of France on behalf of the president of France. In recognition of the 70th anniversary of D-Day, the government of France is bestowing the award on up to 390 Canadian veterans, 66 of whom are from B.C. “It is nearly impossible to imagine what these veterans went through during the Second World War,” said Fleury. “I am privileged and humbled to honour these men and women for their contributions.” June 6, 2014, marks 70 years since allied troops landed along 80

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You don’t have to be a union supporter to think the BC Liberal government is being unusually inflammatory in its battle with the BC Teachers’ Federation. Sure, the BCTF is being unreasonable with a wage proposal that would hike wages far and away above what other B.C. public and most private sector unions are settling for. Even teachers’ CUPE colleagues settled for much less than what the teachers are asking for — and the support workers’ deal was one of the richer in a province where many unions have grudgingly settled for 5.5% over five years. There is room to move on both sides but there’s little hope of conciliation on this delicate file — with Education Minister Peter Fassbender, whose start in education dates back to the early days of back-to-basics schools, tough-talking Peter Cameron and Premier Christy Clark, never a friend of teachers — at the reins. You might as well ask the devil to escort the angels to the school Christmas play. Did we really need to poke hornet’s nest with a 10% wage cut while saying that teachers can continue to do their volunteer and extracurricular work? Unprecedented in teachers’ talks, this PR move to make the teachers look and feel bad has just strengthened their resolve, leaving graduation ceremonies, end-of-year concerts and barbecues in a shambles. Oddly, this jab from the BC Public Employers’ Association comes during one of the BCTF’s least disruptive work stoppages in recent memory. Clearly the power lies with the BC Liberals, still fresh from last year’s election, but this power must be wielded judiciously. They should drop the six-year-contact demand down to four, get rid of the inflammatory 0% mid-contract, eliminate the signing bonus in favour of a retroactive pay increase — like the one the province gave CUPE — and put class size and composition issues into mediation. If something isn’t done to bring some rationality into teacher talks, we’re looking at a future where educators watch the clock rather than attend their duties, both paid and unpaid, and that would be a great loss. ~ Black Press

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lone aboriginal classmate wasn’t around by then. I never saw him again after we graduated from our rural elementary school. How are things now? I received a thoughtful letter from a young woman who graduated from high school in the Okanagan last year. She writes: Tom “The idea that FLETCHER information about residential schools is not presented to students is entirely incorrect. The social studies curriculum that I went through included a large emphasis on First Nations culture and post-European colonization history. “First Nations studies began in elementary school and continued to the last mandatory social stud-

ies course in Grade 11. I can say with no hesitation that if anything, I have been informed too often about the residential schools, and the horrendous things that occurred there. “If aboriginal culture courses are poorly attended, I would be inclined to suggest that it is because students are tired of being taught the same limited perspective over and over, and, if of European descent, being made to feel somehow responsible for all possible troubles plaguing First Nations today.” Another reply I’d like to share is from Keith Thor Carlson, editor of the Stó:lo Nation historical atlas I referred to last week. Carlson is now a history professor at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in the Salish people of B.C. and the Métis of Northern Saskatchewan. He writes: “We do need to teach the his-

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the importance of learning about the full history of aboriginal people and their relationship with Canadian society. “And of course, as Ernie Crey has reminded me many times, let’s never forget that native rights are not based on race. Rather, they are rights based on prior occupation. And let’s also not forget that it is British and Canadian law that recognizes aboriginal peoples’ inherent rights. “Let’s teach good history to our youth so they can understand the complex relationship between settler society and aboriginal society. Through knowledge comes understanding and through understanding can come reconciliation.” Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Life with a teacher shows true reality I’m usually really quiet when strike stuff starts happening, but this time I can’t bite my tongue. When I started dating my husband, and he got his teaching position, I was stoked. Dream job: summers, Christmas, spring break off. Pro D Days off. Sweet work hours. We were going to have so much fun. God I was dumb. 18 years into it, he stays teaching because he loves it. Not for the pay, not for the hours, but because of the kids he gets to work with. That first hard year, what kept him teaching was that kid that everyone else had given up on, that found a passion and a purpose in my hubby’s stagecraft class. Oh and the hours...Ha! He may be “off” on all those times that everyone always lists, but right now I’m home in bed while he is setting up sound equipment for a function at the school. It’s Saturday. This is normal. Evenings he is often there late, setting up equipment, building sets for the shows, hanging lights. He brings marking home, he spends “vaca-

tion” time prepping and planning. Why am I sharing this? Sure technically it’s “volunteer” time, the government made it crystal clear what their understanding of his work is. If you believe that though you are an idiot. If he only worked the hours laid out in his contract, there would be no shows, no grad, no fundraisers, no extra functions. More importantly, if he only worked his contracted time, he would miss out on that opportunity to connect with students and be a part of building a school community. You want academics for your kids? Great! If you think the way to achieve that is through teaching alone, you are missing the point. You can not teach a student until there is a relationship, a connection, and students do better when there is a community that everyone is invested in. So, to all those who say, “You made a choice. That’s volunteer. Quit whining. Teachers don’t work/Are lazy.” To all the rhetoric about teachers being overpaid etc

I realize I’m not going to change your minds or hearts. I’m just sharing. We are one family. We don’t want this disruption anymore than you do. My husband has grad to set up for. He has awards ceremonies, and functions to help with. He has students to teach through to the end of the year. We have children and losing what amounts to two weeks’ salary is not our idea of a good time. We want this never ending battle to end, too. It’s scary to try to figure out how to cope through this, but all the stress and the crap is manageable. This too shall pass. What stings is hearing the vitriol online towards teachers, because the man I love is one and he gives his heart to his career. What hurts is the polarizing, the misinformation. This keeps happening because there is never a resolution. Contracts are legislated in and the sore still festers. I don’t know the solution. I only know my husband wants to teach. He loves his job, and we are tired. Lisa Braun

Both sides urged to get back to bargaining I am a 75-year-old, vintage Chilliwack grad. I attended David Livingston Elementary in Vancouver, followed by Chilliwack junior high, and subsequently graduated from Chilliwack senior high in 1957.

During all those years we never experienced the unrest and dysfunction that has been demonstrated for several years by the government of the time and the BCTF. My wife, who is younger than I, agrees.

Are our so called “leaders” in our education system, as well as government actually interested in our children of today and future, in the neverending dysfunction, or themselves? Both parties: give your

head a shake. Get back to the table and get your priorities right. As a retired police officer, I would have loved to get the paycheque and perks the teachers and politicians get. Ed Kelly Sardis.

Impact of residential schools cannot be ignored Re: ‘Aboriginal education or victim studies’ (Tom Fletcher, May 21) It would be prudent of Mr. Fletcher to educate himself before ‘running off with the pen’. I suspect he also still uses the terminology ‘Columbus discovered America’, thereby ignoring the fact that the First Nations people had established communities across the country thousands of years before that. So what if there was warfare and violence between some First Nation communities and nations? Were there not centuries of violence and war between countries and races of people in Europe and Asia as well? There were obviously also progressive leaders and peaceful people, among the First Nations and elsewhere

in the world, whose interest in ensuring a better life for future generations prevailed. The First Nations people were not rescued from their culture, or ‘civilized’ as alluded to in the article, by the European settlers. That comment only proves that racism is not only still the norm in public schools (as Mr. Hansman was quoted to say) it is still the norm in the general population - the only change from past years is that it is not as overt as it used to be. And the only way to change attitudes is through understanding, thus through education and information. Why not inform and educate students on the real history and facts of the First Nations people? Certainly, use those documents such the Sto:lo history. The

material could be presented by ‘subject matter experts’, rather than teachers, and that would minimize expense. But, so what if there is a cost? How would those costs compare to the cost of ensuring Canada’s French culture and language are part of the curriculum? At the time they were introduced, did anyone refer to the studies of the culture of the (historically defeated) French to be ‘victim studies’? The impact of what happened at the residential schools is still very much an issue today. I suggest it is Mr. Fletcher who wishes to ‘gloss over’ history. I disagree that educating students would be ‘presenting a guilt trip’ to them. Our students should no Continued: HISTORY/ p11

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Antiques and art coming out of the attic Ever suspected you are sitting on an untold fortune in collectibles? Or how much is that old painting worth? How about that handspainted ceramic, or dusty kerosene lamp? Peter Blundell of Blundell Art and Antique Appraisals returns to the Cultural Centre this weekend, for an ‘Antiques in the Attic’ art and antique appraisal event. He’s coming back relatively quickly based on how very popular his October session was locally. Lots of people left quite happy with what they heard. So once again Chilliwackians with collectibles, art or antiques

can trot out a few treasures to the Cultural Centre on May 30 or 31, to allow Blundell to offer a verbal appraisal. Each session allows for viewing of up to three items, subject to the time limit, although some individual items may require a full 15-minute session. Blundell specializes in North American and European art, furniture, silver, porcelain, pottery, collectibles and early kerosene lighting. He is even able to appraise furniture that may be too large to transport. The curious client can bring along a section or piece from the

item, such as a drawer, along with a photograph and the dimensions, and they can get an expert opinion on its value. He will not be appraising jewellery, coins, stamps, guns or wristwatches however, and keep in mind the Blundell appraisals simply offer a verbal value — not an appraisal for insurance purposes. This event will be open to the public, with the appraiser’s years of experience and knowledge in professional appraisal made available within a 15-minute session for $40. More detailed items may require a full session for proper inspection. If you’ve got a treasure trove

hidden away then don’t worry. Organizers have thought of that. Guests can book multiple sessions so they don’t have to narrow down the items. Gather up the artwork and antiques, etc., and head to the Cultural Centre 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 30 and May 31. For more information or to book your spot, call the Centre Box Office at 604-391-SHOW(7469), $40 for a 15 minute session - up to three items viewed. For more, go to www.chilliwackculturalcentre.com

Spiderlodge Fest at UFV next month The performers work toward this moment all year long. The Spiderlodge Music Festival gets underway at the University of the Fraser Valley Performance Theatre on Saturday, June 21. Doors to the venue open at 6 p.m. and theatre opens at 6:30 p.m. with festival seating available in the venue at 45635 Yale Rd (at Airport Rd) Chilliwack Campus. Show time is 7 p.m. Tickets are available at Spiderlodge Studio, Adults $15, Seniors/Youth $10, 7 & under free ticket. Reserve tickets by calling 604-795-9523 or email rguitar@telus.net or lori@loripaul.com

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Gas price hardship drives more to conserve, says poll Jeff Nagel Black Press A new poll has found high gas prices are causing financial hardship for a majority of B.C. residents, many of whom say they’re driving less and trying alternatives like walking or transit more. The Insights West online survey in partnership with Black Press found two-thirds of respondents across the province have felt financial hardship from the recent rise in gas prices. Pump prices for regular gas climbed above $1.50 per litre in Metro Vancouver this week, up more than 20 per cent since early January. More Interior B.C. residents cited hardship – 74 per cent – even though they don’t pay the extra 17-cent-a-litre gas tax charged by TransLink in Metro Vancouver. Insights West vice-president Mario Canseco said $1.50 per litre appears to be a psychological level where more people seek ways to cut their fuel consumption. “We’re seeing people saying it might be better to take the

bus this afternoon, it might be better to walk or try to bike – essentially not to drive,” he said. Fifty-five per cent of poll respondents across B.C. said they’re already driving less than usual, while 27 per cent said they’re walking more and 19 per cent said they’re taking public transit more. (Twentysix per cent in the Lower Mainland said they’re taking transit more.) While it’s helpful that gas prices tend to spike in spring and summer, when the weather is more conducive to walking or biking than December, Canseco believes that’s coin-

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use a station close to home or work (20 per cent), or they buy at any station when they run low (10 per cent.) Sixteen per cent said they don’t own a car. The poll also found widespread belief that gas taxes are too high, that B.C. stations charge more than ones elsewhere in Canada, and 91 per cent said they believe gas stations take advantage of motorists by raising prices just before a long weekend. “There’s a high number of people who look at the service stations as gougers,” Canseco said. Just four per cent said they’ve considered selling their vehicle and switching to a more fuel efficient one. Canseco said he believes that will change over time as electric car prices come down. The poll didn’t ask the more than 800 respondents if they regularly drive to the U.S. to refuel with cheaper gas. But Canseco said a previous poll on cross-border shopping habits showed gas savings is one of the top reasons why Lower Mainland residents frequently head south.

Jessica Peters Black Press RCMP stepped up enforcement in Harrison Hot Springs over the May long weekend, but it seems that still wasn’t enough to deter partiers from trashing the lakeside. Photos have surfaced on Facebook depicting a large mess left at Wood Lake, about 15 km up the west side of Harrison Lake. Tents, piles of bagged and loose trash, food items and camping gear have all been left behind, something that has infuriated fellow campers and outdoor enthusiasts. Mat Irvine posted on the Four Wheel Drive Association of BC Facebook page that the mess was reportedly left behind by a grad class, and some speculate that the camping party was as large 300 people. He called it a “sad sad state,” and it’s one that has plagued parks across the province over the long weekend. The B.C. Conservation Office confirmed that partiers at Headwater Lake No. 1, near Peachland, left behind a mess that included a dead and poorly-skinned beaver. That office is appealing to anyone with information regarding the vandalism to report any details. Many people have said they will visit the area to clean it up this weekend, paying to dump the garbage properly out of their own pockets. Wood Lake is a very small body of water on the west side of Harrison Lake, almost directly across from the south tip of Long Island, with access from Weaver Creek Road.

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“Light-headed.” “A bit sore.” “There were cookies, so I was feeling pretty good.” Since Brayden and his friends are graduating this year, Darla is encouraging a different student from CSS, or another local high school, to carry the torch and continue to recruit young blood donors through CBS’s Young Blood For Life program. The June Chilliwack clinics are at Broadway Church (46611 Maple Ave.) and take place on June 9 (1:30 to 7:30 p.m.), 13 (noon to 5 p.m.), and 23 (1:30 to 7:30 p.m.). To make an appointment, call 1-888-2-DONATE. For more info, including basic eligibility, go to blood.ca. photo@theprogress.com Twitter.com/PhotoJennalism

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Mae Burrows brings message of hope to CYC Consult I recently attended the 21st annual Conversation on Chilliwack’s Children, held at City Life Church on April 4. This year’s theme was Every Door is the Right Door – born out of last year’s event, which created awareness that navigating and accessing community resources and services can be difficult and intimidating. One of the keynote presenters was Mae Burrows, president of From Grief to Action: When Addiction Hits home, a non-profit society in Vancouver that provides resources, support, and respect to friends and families affected by drug use. From Grief to Action was established in the early 1990s as a support group by a group of bewildered Kerrisdale parents who realized they each had children who were addicted to heroin. It began with the sole purpose of keeping people alive long enough to outlive their drug addiction, and has grown into an organization with national recognition devoted to building greater public awareness and empathy about drug addiction and concurrent disorders. Mae’s speech was entitled “Families searching for a door: what helped, what hindered.” When she first heard the “Every door is the right door” theme for the event, she said she exclaimed, “Door? There’s a door? Seriously?” She went on to say that the group is very much aligned with the prin-

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ciples of every door is right door, as their goal is to break down silos and not let people with lesser illnesses fall through the cracks Eryn because WICKER you can’t only provide services to those who are really declining. She believes the key issues in the fight

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against addictions are as follows: • We must start seeing addictions as a health issue, not a moral or criminal justice issue • Undiagnosed mental health issues must be addressed before people start coping in unhealthy ways • Addictions are unfortunately a userpay system, especially for employed people who must pay to go to rehab • Addictions must be brought into the health care system. As she spoke, Mae

kept returning to the same sentiment: families need help too, not just the addicts. There should be no stigma: addictions should be talked about like any other chronic illness, as those families are trying their best, too. When outlining what helps families, she had several words of wisdom: establish boundaries, get your own counselling, practice detached empathy and compassion, self-care is a necessity, take stock of how far down the rabbit hole you are,

be able to recognize what’s not normal, support groups are normalizing, take what you need and leave the rest when it comes to advice, educate yourself especially about drugs, symptoms, mental health issues and treatment options, become an advocate for your loved one, and remember them as who they were. However, Mae also had much to say about what hinders families and their loved ones in accessing help: privacy clauses excluding

parents and secrecy of agencies; having to be clean before receiving mental health services; don’t treat all families the same, as some want to be, need to be, and should be involved; no matter how helpful professionals think they are, families are usually the ones there at the end of the day keeping addicts alive; don’t just include families but actually treat families because they are the clients, too, and they also need to be able to access services.

As Mae shared her closing thoughts, her sentiments echoed what I have said many times in therapy: selfcare can save you; you don’t always have to do something, sometimes just being still is something; and remember the four Cs: you didn’t cause it, you can’t control it, you can’t cure it, but you can care about yourself and them. Eryn Wicker (M.A., RCC) is a mental health clinician with the Child and Youth Mental Health team with the Ministry of Children and family Development in Chilliwack, BC.

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One hundred hole marathon for golfing grandpa Eric J. Welsh, The Progress Dick Whitlam knows he’s going to be sore afterwards, that his shoulders will be screaming at him and his back will be achy for days. But that’s the price he’s willing to pay to help a worthy cause. The Chilliwack Golf Academy instructor is participating in the PGA of BC’s Golfathon for ALS. On June 20 he’ll hit the Chilliwack Golf and Country Club course early in the morning and play all day — joining golfers across the province in a grand fundraising initiative. “It’s going to be tough to do, but that’s the whole idea right?” Whitlam asked. “You put yourself out there by accepting the challenge,

and that’s what makes it significant.” The 59 year old is targeting 100 holes, with a 6 a.m. start. At this time of year it’s light enough to play until 9-10 p.m., which, he thinks, will leave him with plenty of time. “In the morning I’ll be able to get a couple rounds of 18 in pretty quickly,” he said. “The hard part will be in the afternoon when there’s a lot of people on the course. But I think they’ll be allowing me to play through, and if I can get through that part of the day, things will die off in the evening.” Whitlam is collecting pledges, with money going to the ALS Society of BC. “We started yesterday (Monday), and I’m over a thousand dollars already,” he said. “Most people are

pledging 25 cents a hole, so pros,” Whitlam said. “They if I make it to 100 holes that’s played 24 hours and raised $25 per person. My aim is to $14,000. But they were also collect at least $2,500 and I 20 years old or less.” Whitlam will try to play have a little under a month with equal parts pace and to do that.” Whitlam’s asked around energy conservation. While he endeavto see how other ours to get around golfers prep for such the course quickly, a daunting physical he’ll also tailor his challenge. usual approach to fit To get in 100 the situation. holes, Whitlam will “My thought is have to play five I’m not going to take and a half rounds. a practice swing like Shooting from I normally do,” he the gold tees, the said. “And I’ll be takCG&CC course is Dick 6,335 yards long. WHITLAM ing three-quarter easy swings, trying Before factoring not to hammer it, in a single shot, he’d be walking approximately and conserve my energy.” Doing the quick math in 34,843 yards. “When he was an assis- his head, Whitlam thinks tant at another club, Brad removing the practice Clapp (another Chilliwack swings could be the key to Golf Academy instructor) survival. “If you’re taking two or teamed up with some other

three practice swings before each shot, you’re suddenly going from 300 shots to 1,200,” he said. “I’ll really have to be careful not to swing too much. I’ve got a little arthritis in my right hip and lower back. I once tore the rotator cuff in my left shoulder, and around the third or fourth round I’m just going to have to tough through it.” Having known people in his life who’ve suffered with ALS, Whitlam knows that whatever he faces June 20 will be a picnic by comparison. Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a rapidly progressive neuromuscular degenerative disease, attacking the motor neurons that transmit electrical impulses from the brain to

voluntary muscles in the body. When these muscles fail to receive messages from the brain, they lose strength, atrophy and die. ALS is ultimately fatal, and researchers are still struggling to find effective treatments. “The association between the PGA of BC and the ALS Society is a good one, and this event is cool to take on,” Whitlam said. “Like many people, I feel I don’t do enough to help out. So what can I do? How can I help? This seemed like a good way to get involved.” Anyone wishing to make a pledge can contact Whitlam through the CG&CC pro shop. Phone 604-823-6521 or (toll fee) 1-888-757-7222. Get more Golfathon for ALS information online at golfathonforals.ca

Vaulters excel Chilliwack welcomed some of the world’s top equestrian vaulters to the Canada Cup and Future Champions events at Heritage Park last weekend. Chilliwack’s Cheam Vaulters competed in three levels of international competition, plus walk and canter classes at the national and provincial level. Vaulters head coach Alisa Schmidt finished eighth in the highest international level and has qualified to represent Canada at the World Equestrian Games in Normandy later this year. Schmidt and Darla Ricka teamed up to win silver for Canada in the second highest division for pas de deux (pairs). Also representing Canada, Bartly Dyck won silver in the first international level for individual men and Cassie Sponchia finished fourth in the second level for junior women. Sponchia and Taylor Eamor joined forces for a personal best score in their pairs routine in the first level of international competition. In the Future Champions section of the event, Hannah Campbell was fifth overall with a personal best score in beginning canter. In the U-10 beginner walk section, Samantha Kennedy was second overall on the horse and first for freestyle on the stationary barrel. Hannah Kennedy was fourth, Trinity Smadello was fifth and Ayva Kennedy (Cheam’s youngest competitor) was seventh in this large class. For more information about the Cheam Vaulters or the sport in general, email equestrianvaulting@yahoo.ca

Team Germany’s Berlyn Wolbeck (left) flies down the field, with a Team Italy defender in pursuit, during a U-7 girls spring soccer game last week at Exhibition Stadium. ERIC WELSH/ PROGRESS

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Chilliwack Golf and Country Club instructor Brad Clapp tees off on the PGA Tour Canada this summer.

most honest (although, how would you know?). Those who can’t fit in the golf can ante up $25 for a burger and beer, and bid on live and silent auctions starting at 7 p.m.

The evening includes a 50/50 draw and $5 drink specials, with $1 from every drink sold supporting Clapp. Tickets can be purchased at the CG&CC pro shop (41894 Yale

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Brad Clapp will golf this year on the PGA Tour Canada, which is great news for the Chilliwack Golf and Country Club instructor. The bad news is, it costs money. The tour will take Clapp across the country for 12 tournaments, and hopefully he’ll get into the money at a few of those stops. Until he does, airfare and meals don’t come free. June 14 the CG&CC will host the Brad Clapp Scramble to raise money. For $50, up to 36 teams will be able to sign up for nine holes, a hamburger, beer and a shot at prizes. A shotgun start will get them off at 5 p.m., playing the CG&CC’s front nine. Prizes will be awarded for the lowest score, best-themed team and

Clapp claims Pagoda Ridge crown Chilliwack’s Brad Clapp took home $2,200 from the latest Vancouver Golf Tour event, finishing first at the Pagoda Ridge Open. The fifth VGT major was played Thursday and Friday at the Langley course. Clapp shot a blistering 66 in the opening round, then held on in round two for a onestroke win over James Allenby. Allenby represented Chilliwack’s Royalwood Golf Course. Clapp’s opening round 66 (six under par) included birdies on seven holes. He shot a one-underpar 71 in the second round, with birdies on the first, sixth and 13th holes. With the win, and the 5,000 points that come with it, Clapp is up to fourth place in the VGT’s Order of Merit standings. Playing as an amateur, Chilliwack’s Aaron Pauls tied for 13th overall with a four-over-par 148. Representing the Chilliwack Golf and Country Club, Jared Rempel tied for 19th with a six-over-par 150. Also representing

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Nationally named Chilliwack FC alum Brody Huitema has been named to the Canadian Mens U-20 national soccer squad. Huitema’s found a spot on the 23 man roster that will compete in the 2015 CONCACAF (Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football) U-20 Championships. The tourney is a qualifer for FIFA U-20 World Cup New Zealand 2015. Huitema played his youth soccer in Chilliwack up to the U-14 age group, and now plays for Duke University’s Blue Devils.

Taking the next step Four former BC Football Conference players were selected in last week’s Canadian Football League draft. Max Caron was the highest pick. The for mer Okanagan Sun linebacker, who played last year with the CIS Concordia Stingers, was taken 16th overall by the Calgary Stampeders. Former Langley Ram defensive tackle Jas Dhillon, now with the University of British Columbia, came off the board five picks later. He was taken 21st overall by the Toronto

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Sardis secondar y school honoured its sporting best at an awards banquet last Thursday. The big winners were the athletes of the year. The senior boys athlete of the year award was split between basketball stars Hayden Lejeune and Eric Rogers. Girls soccer MVP Justine Chiba shared the senior girls athlete of the year award with multi-sport standout Michaela England. The junior boys athlete of the year award went to Logan Clegg, with basketball star Talia Ferris named the junior girls athlete of the year. Shauntelle Small and England were named co-MVPs of the senior girls basketball team. The senior boys

basketball team gave its leadership award to Grayden Northey and named John Nagayo as most inspirational. Mike Kim was named MVP of the junior boys basketball team, with Shane Larsen the most improved player. Dana Bruni was named the junior girls b-ball most inspirational player, with Demi Weijdeman taking home the sharpshooter award. Weijdeman scored a second award as MVP of girls field hockey, with Marissa Murphy and Meghan Clarke sharing the coaches award. Brandon Wallace and Steve McMahon were co-MVPs of the senior boys soccer squad. Daniel Cecchi and Stephen Carter were co-MVPs of the junior team. Breanna Ruschke, McKenzie Hildebrand and Rachel Yang were named senior girls soccer all-stars. Sierra Hunter won the MVP award for girls rugby, with Julianna Tuioti winning the team

leader award. Hunter was also named MVP in curling, with Brenda Brickwood recognized as the most improved. Chris MacKenzie was named most valuable forward for the senior boys rugby squad. Filip Horak was named most valuable back and Kyle Esau the most improved player. Connor McLellan was the golf teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MVP, with Northey winning the coaches award. The senior girls volleyball MVP was Jodi Brown, with Ashley Rempel named most dedicated player. Mark Harrison was MVP of the boys volleyball team, with Hayden Van Santen recognized for best sportsmanship. The junior girls volleyball team named Brynna Kearl its MVP, with MacKenzie Henry winning the offensive specialist award. The tennis team handed out four awards. Tom Higgs was the most outstanding boy and Marysia Kasprzak the most outstanding girl. Chelsea Crocker

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and Lauren Chow shared the team spirit award. In track and field, Nick Sale was the top performing senior boy and Caitlin Geary the top performing senior girl. Afton Servatius was the top performing junior girl and Tanner Geary the top performing junior boy. Geary was given a second award in cross-countr y racing for an outstanding performance at BC Championships. England and Torben Kuhr were co-winners of the most inspirational cross-country athlete award. The boys cross-country crew was named the most outstanding team â&#x20AC;&#x201D; consisting of Geary, Keegan Lightle, Samir Rehmtulla, Clegg and Kristian Biela. The swim team named Erika Sang as its top graduate, Dion Struwig its rookie of the year and Sydey Torok its most dedicated swimmer. Ginelle Wolf won an award for most dedicated swim fan.

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Well established home furnishings company is looking for you to bring your customer service & warehouse skills. Are you a high energy, team player who enjoys hard work and variety? We would like to meet you! Must have a reliable method of transportation, the ability to work Saturdays & be able to lift & move large pieces of furniture with ease. Ability to organize & maintain a warehouse is a key asset. Furniture repair and/or woodworking skills are not required, but would be an asset. A solid career opportunity with future development. Join a firm who prides itself in their commitment to excellence, expertise & unfailing courtesy; forward your resume. Only those considered will be notified. Please submit resumes in person to Grand Pappy’s Home Furniture 44680 Yale Rd., Chilliwack.

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MENNONITE

REFORMED

SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH

CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm

45625 South Sumas Rd.

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

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

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

EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH 604-792-6013

Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central

Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

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

Pastor: Rob Brown

Lobe, James, RCE 1938 - 2014 Is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of James Lobe, RCE on May 26, 2014 at Chilliwack General Hospital. A long time resident of Chilliwack, James is survived by his wife, Karen, daughter ,Rory Shaw; granddaughters, Kaitlynn and Shaelynn; his stepsons, Paul (Alison) Gorden and Bryan (Lorraine) Gorden and his step grandchildren, Sydney, Talon, Kurtis, Kayden and his faithful companion “Buzz”. James will also be remembered by his brother Richard and sisters Jeanette and Jane and their families. A Memorial service will be held at 12 noon on Friday, May 30, 2014 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 280, 5661 Vedder Rd, Chilliwack. In lieu of flowers, donations to CFB Chilliwack Historical Society in James’ name are appreciated. Please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com to leave online condolences and to read the full obituary. Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements. (604)792-1344

Johnson Ronald Gordon

Tamilin William A. (Bill)

De Boer, Annie (Anne)

Aug 26, 1933 - May 17, 2014 It is with great sorrow that we announce that Bill has passed away at the Chilliwack General Hospital with his wife Fran at his side. Bill didn’t want to leave, but the pain got too much and his Lord and Savior saw and called him home. Bill leaves his wife, Fran; his children, Brian Holmes, Susan Follis, Deboraha Lewis, Christopher (Christine) Lewis, Rosslynn Lewis, Shane (Jackie) Lewis and Shannon (Rick) Haigh; 15 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and his sister, Mabel Tamilin. A celebration of Life gathering will be held at 3:30 pm, Saturday, May 31, 2014 in the Club House at the Country Village Park, 45918 Knight Rd., Chilliwack. Please consider at a donation to The Kidney Foundation or the BC Cancer Foundation in Bill’s name. For an expanded obituary and to offer a condolence please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium (604) 792-1344

HENDRIX

Nicolaas Hubertus

October 31, 1934 – May 24, 2014 It is with deep sadness that we announce the loss of Nicolaas (Nick) Hubertus Hendrix who passed away peacefully in his 79th year amongst his loving family on Saturday, May 24th, 2014 in Port Moody, BC. Nick is survived by his wife of 54 years Martha and his four daughters Yolanda (David), Fiona (John), Cynthia (Ron), Melva (Ray).

September 24, 1926 May 21, 2014 Anne De Boer went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Chilliwack Hospital at the age of 87. Anne was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland and married Bill Barrett June 21, 1947 and together they raised 4 daughters. They immigrated to Ontario, Canada in 1970, living in Willowdale, Toronto for about a year and then moved to the west coast and settled in Sardis BC. Mom always had a bright smile, an Irish lilt to her voice and loved to crack a good joke. Her love, her smile and her warm touch will be sadly missed by everyone she knew! Anne will be sadly missed by her husband Charles S. De Boer; children Rosemary (daughter) & Brian Stevenson, Hazel Hansen (daughter), Joanne (daughter) & Kevin Smith, Paula (daughter) & Henry Vandewetering; grandchildren Anne Marie Creelman, Lyndsay Myers, Julianne, Derek & Erik Hansen, Kristen Alleckna, Torin Smith, Brad & Dale Hoogendoorn; 8 great grandchildren and ‘one on the way’ as well as step grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by all of her 4 siblings in Northern Ireland, May, George, Billy and Lily, her late husband Bill Barrett and granddaughter Laura-Lee Stevenson. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 31st at City Life Church, 46641 Chilliwack Central Rd, Chilliwack BC; Pastor Lorne Lueck officiating. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawnmtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555

Nick was born in Urmond, Holland and immigrated to Canada in 1957 when he fell in love with its beauty and opportunities. On a return visit to Holland he met Martha, the love of his life and in 1960 they wed and settled in Prince George. In 1967 they moved to Chilliwack, which they have faithfully called home for the past 47 years.

Ronald Gordon Johnson, born January 16, 1949 in Peace River, AB, passed May 23, 2014 in Chilliwack, BC, after a lengthy and courageous battle with Cancer. Ron was predeceased by his brother Rick, and is survived by his Love and Soul Mate, Shirley Neufeld, his son Shaine (Tamara), grandchildren, Shayanne and Karson; his daughter, Julie (Rick) Thors-Cloutier, grandchildren, Alex, Ben (Ashley), Tia (Justin) and Janelle, and great grandchildren, Janisa and Kaleb; step daughter, Jackie Lee. Ron is also survived by his parents Ken and Pauline and brothers, Bob (Noel) and Randy (Dianne). , Ron will also be missed by Shirley’s daughter, Sherry (Jeff) Hirschman, grandsons, Anthony and Derek Hirschman and her son Jarrett Hirschman A Celebration of Life Service for Ron was held on Monday, May 26, 2014 at the Promontory Church, Main Street Campus, 9345 Main Street, Chilliwack. To view the extended obituary and to offer condolences please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home & Crematorium, (604) 792-1344

EVERYONE WELCOME! '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 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

ROMAN CATHOLIC CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S

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

BAPTIST

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

45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack

604-795-5725

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

UNITED CHURCH

CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH

COMMUNITY

Chilliwack Seniors Social Society

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MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH

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

46875 Yale Road East

Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am

CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY CHURCH

The friendly place at Yale & Quarry! ®

BAHÁ'Í FAITH

“Come discover the Heart behind the Shield” 46420 Brooks Ave.

Ph. 604-792-0311

“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

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

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Sunday Worship - 10 a.m. New Life Christian Church

604-703-1863

Gospel Hymns & Christ-Centered Sermons Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.

ALLIANCE

9:15 am - Sunday d School for all ages

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Nick was well known in Chilliwack through his 35 years as a realtor, retiring from Canada Permanent Trust in 1991. He was one of the top realtors in Chilliwack for many years, winning numerous awards locally and across Canada, and is a past-president of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. Over the years Nick was an avid antique collector, seeking many treasures at local auctions and garage sales. He especially loved collecting and repairing clocks. Throughout his retirement, he could be seen on a regular basis enjoying a cup of coffee along with his many friends at the local McDonalds. Nick’s other great passion was travelling and exploring the many wonders of the world with his lovely wife Martha by his side. But most of all he cherished every moment he could spend with his five grandchildren, Payton, Maranda, Taylor, Joshua, and Sean. Nick was a loving devoted husband, a wonderful father and an adoring Opa. He is one of five brothers and one sister and is uncle to many nieces and nephews in Holland whom he loved dearly. He will forever remain in our hearts and in our memories.

December 13, 1921 May 18, 2014 Edward Boucher went to his eternal rest on May 17, 2014 at Chilliwack, BC at the age of 92. He will be lovingly remembered by his sister Ethel Ste. Croix and many nieces, nephews. A Graveside Service for inurnment will be held at 1:30 pm on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at Maple Ridge Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawnmtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555

A special thank you to Crossroads Hospice in Port Moody for their exceptional care and immense support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crossroads Hospice Society, or BC Arthritis Society.

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

ALLIANCE CHILLIWACK CHINESE ALLIANCE CHURCH

COMMUNITY

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

Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue

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Service and reception to be held Monday, June 2, 2014, 11:00am, St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Parish, 8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack.

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

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OFFICE ASSISTANT Valley Select Foods Inc. requires a full-time office assistant for the months of July & August to prepare shipping documents and assist in other general office duties during our blueberry processing season. Previous experience in shipping and export documentation, as well as MS Word & Excel. Salary commensurate with experience.

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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.

Dayton & Co Home Renovations • •

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Please fax resume to 604-823-2351 or email to No phone calls please.

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LINE COOK required with experience. Must be available to work flexible hours. Call 604-316-7775

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Are you a RPN, Kinesiologist or Acupuncturist looking for RENTAL SPACE to practice your skills. Good location & reasonable rate. Please call 604-793-4458

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Church Basement Sale Sat May 31 9am - 1pm St Paul’s Lutheran Church 8871 School St Home baking, household goods, Garage Sale Treasures. All proceeds go to international & local outreach

7894 Chilliwack River Rd

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

May 30 & 31 7:30am - 4:30pm

2 compressors, garden tools, books, tapes, electric appliances, clohting and lots more

Chilliwack

9873 Angus Dr Garage Sale May 31 8-1

HOME REPAIRS

GARAGE SALES

Chilliwack

furniture, home decor, small appliances, and more

MULTI-FAMILY garage sale Sat. May 31st, 9:00 -1:00 Household items, tools, electronics, clothing, furniture and more! 45019 Watson Road

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NEED SOME EXTRA CASH? Sell your stuff in a day with a garage sale ad! Call (604)702-5552 or email: classads@theprogress.com

Sardis

45459 Stevenson Rd

May 31 & June 1 8am start Yard/Garage Sale large variety of stuff

LANDSCAPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

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YARDMEN LANDSCAPING. Making your backyard wishes come true! 604-791-YARD (9273) LANDSCAPE AWAY. Residential and Commercial. Book early! Call (604)845-1467

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer.1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

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

HELP WANTED

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

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992-04 Chilliwack Mountain, Copper Ridge, Stoneridge 125 903-20 Imperial, Kenswood, Timberline 906-49 Woodbine, Yale

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923-17 Edgemont, MacGregor, Stonehaven, Teskey

604-702-5558

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Well established home furnishings company is looking for you to bring your proven sales expertise & excellent customer service skills. Working out of our showroom your professionalism & creative eye will add to your success. Are you a high energy, team player with excellent customer service, enjoy hard work and variety? We would like to meet you! Must have a mode of transportation, ability to work Saturdays & proven ability in achieving sales targets. There will be opportunities for advancement. Salary, commission & benefits. Join a firm who prides itself in their commitment to excellence, expertise & unfailing courtesy; forward your resume. Only those considered will be notified.

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906-26 Fifth, Fourth, Nowell, Third, Williams, Young

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ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

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Please submit resumes in person to Grand Pappy’s Home Furniture 44680 Yale Rd., Chilliwack. 5/14W_GP23

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

Estate Sale: furniture, dining room suite; 6 chairs, oval table, hutch/buffet, $500; bedroom suite, dressing table with 2 mirrors, head board, frame and mattress, tall boy, side table, $500. (604)858-5906

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Ridem MTD Lawnmower for sale, had it completely serviced asking $650, 604-795-4720 ask for John

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

PLUMBING

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

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

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Purebred blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $800. 604-308-5665

Call Ian 604-724-6373 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

Retail Professionals PT / FT

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.CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

# of Papers

906-08 Coote, Yale

Must enjoy working in a fast paced, customer service oriented environment. In addition, this person must possess the ability to supervise youth and adults. Criminal record check is mandatory. The ideal candidate would be a stay at home parent or semi-retired person wanting to earn some extra money. Must have small reliable car. Interested applicants should direct their resume and handwritten cover letter to:

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED! Boundaries

German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, father reg., gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born feb 22. $700; also, 2 yr old female. 604-7963026, no sunday calls

HELP WANTED

The Chilliwack Progress/Chilliwack Times is looking for a part time Carrier Supervisor in the Sardis area. This position is approximately 15 - 20 hrs weekly, 4 days per week. Hours are flexible.

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Chihuahuas tiny teacups ready to go now, 1 male, 1 female. $700 Can deliver. 604-794-7347

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HELP WANTED

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

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

MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

PETS

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

MOVING & STORAGE

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

SOME SHOES

NEED FILLING

HANDYPERSONS

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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

RJ Richardson Masonry Contractor. Brick, block and stone. No job too small. 47yrs exp. (604)701-2380

320 BCCLASSIFIED.COM Ads Work! Place your ad in our BC BEST BUY 3 Regions with 1,103,315 circulation.

FURNITURE

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

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

UNDER $300

HAND CONTROLS to equip vehicle for handicap driver. Used. Monarch Mark 1A brand. $250/obo. 604-8587624.

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

ELECTRICAL

GARDENING

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Running this ad for 10yrs

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

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PAINT SPECIAL

CONCRETE & PLACING

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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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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

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

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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Certiﬁed Dental Assistant

HELP WANTED

GARAGE SALES

Chilliwack

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

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MEDICAL/DENTAL

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

YARD PERSON, F/T

Kal Tire Retread Plant is looking for F/T night shift retread technician, no experience necessary, please fax resume: 604-701-6164

Interior/ Exterior Painting Income Suites Free Estimates Guaranteed Work 15 years experience Ph (604)701-9725

FAST AND Reliable Plumbing Repairs, 24/7. Call Parker Dean for your next plumbing job. Present this ad and get $50 off. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928

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Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, aggressive, self starter for full time yard position. Must have a valid driver’s license, have a minimum grade 12 education. If you are interested in this exciting and unique opportunity. Fax or email resume Attn. Mike Fax: 604-599-5250 email:mike@megacranes.com

HANDYPERSONS

MULTI POO miniature black brown 4-5lbs Hypo allerg, exc family pet vet cert. $1100. 604-341-1445. PITTBULL Puppies - Purebred. Born March 7th. Great bloodlines. $850-$1500. Call 604-765-0453. PRESA CANARIO P/B pups UKC, brindle $600 ea. 2 mo old. Both parents approx 150 lbs. 604-302-2357

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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WANTED: GANDY or equivalent dry fertilizer applicator for potato planter. 12 volt. Call 250-706-9305.

ROTTI PUPS, 2 female, 7 weeks, $850. Call 604-793-5708 ROTTWEILLER guard dog, 6 yr old male, p/b no papers. Too good home. (604)798-9159

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

MISC. WANTED

REAL ESTATE 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

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.

To be removed 45x150 double decker chicken barn, including equipment, Yarrow area. Please call (604)798-2322 for info

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

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DURIOD SHINGLES, $10 per bundle. Buy all - cheaper. Call 604-7951060, before 9am after 8pm

Like new heavy duty 1HP (115/220volt) elec. motor $100 obo 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Box of harness’, incl. collar & haymes $100 obo or buy part 793-7714 ----------------------------------------------6” bench grinder c/w 2 stones and submersible sump pump $100 or separate 793-7714

FARMS

To be removed 45x150 double decker chicken barn, including equipment, Yarrow area. Please call (604)798-2322 for info

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TRANSPORTATION

ROOMS FOR RENT

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS FROM $140,000 Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com ~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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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SENIORS! STUDIO & ONE BEDROOM

Heritage Square Apartments

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MORTGAGES

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

Building of the year by by Canada’s Largest Protection Agency

1 Month FREE Rent

Call Verna, 604-819-0445

Cedar Apartments

Broadway Maples Apts

Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

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.

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

1.877.409.9874

9430 Nowell St. Hurry only one suite remains! Corner unit with balcony....$550/m 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

OPEN HOUSE

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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604-819-6229

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 Chilliwack

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES AFFORDABLE Home Staging Chilliwack- Fraser Valley. Staging occupied & Vacant homes. WCB/Ins Pair Home Design 778-834-7247

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HOMES FOR RENT

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

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 CHILLIWACK. Spacious & bright 1 bed, balcony, free heat, h/w, parking, elevator. Great Mary Street location, $625/mo. 604-392-6265

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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

COTTONWOOD Apts. 2 Bdrm avail now Near Cottonwood Mall, on quiet street. N/S, N/P. Hot water, 3 appl, balcony, elevator. 55+ ﬁrm Call Mgr: 604-791-9488

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St. Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.

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

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Chilliwack. 44758 Yale Rd W., 4lease 6400sf building w/mezzanine, zoned M1. Great manufacturing facility. (604)924-3259/604-313-1286

2005 DODGE CARAVAN. 167,000 kms. Loaded, DVD player, new tires, brakes & tuneup. $3,500. obo. 604-820-8218

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COTTAGES

LEGAL NOTICE Impound Vehicles For Sale

QUALICUM FURNISHED 1 bdrm - w/pull out sofa in living room on oceanfront. Avail June 1 - Aug 31. $1000/wk (6 nights). Call 250-752-5063

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HOMES FOR RENT

45563 McIntosh Dr, 3bdrm, 2 bath, 1500sq ft, fnced yrd, 4 appl., pets negot. $1200/m. 604-792-0077 Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage Chilliwack: 2 + 1 bdrm. Great location. Backs onto park. Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, Full house with garage (opener). $1350/mo + half d.d. 604-991-1777 CHILLIWACK Executive home with valley view, 3 storey, 3 bdrms, 3-1/2 baths, double garage, 2 decks, 2 offices, n/p. $1850/mo Call Kevin, (604)701-9264

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AUTO SERVICES

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

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

2003 Citation Supreme 5th wheel, 26’, incl table, 4 chairs, solar panel, lg slide, very clean. $14,900. Call (604)819-1430

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Sean’s Towing Ltd. 45910 Rowat Ave, Chilliwack, BC 604-792-6919

CHILLIWACK, McCaffrey Blvd, 3 bdrm, 4 appl., nice quiet area, garage, ground level, lg yard, $100/m, n/s, n/p, refs required & DD. avail June 1. Call John (604)793-8593 or Jean, 798-0164 PROMONTORY, 3 bdrm, + den, 2 1/2 baths, $1250 + util. N/S. Refs req. Avail June 1. (604) 799-1775

The Chilliwack School District is accepting bids on the following used wheelchair equipped school bus. * 1999 Bluebird conventional, dual-fuel (propane/gas), 38 passenger plus two wheelchairs, mileage 331,197 kms * This bus is in good shape and runs well. Closing date is 2:00 P.M. Monday June 9th, 2014. To view contact SD. #33 Transportation Department at 604-792-1255. Sealed bids are to be submitted to the Transportation Office. Forms and envelopes can be provided if required.

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TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

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

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1996 Pontiac Sunfire, black, VIN 3G2JD12TXTS853349, amount owing by owner $1961.40 in N/O Fox, Wayne. 1966 Chevrolet Malibu, red VIN 138176K174180, amount owing by owner, $3018.75 in N/O Robinson, Bruce Lance Douglas. Vehicle will be sold: June 10, 2014

Re: The estate of ALBERT ARTHUR THOMPSON, Deceased, formerly of 201 – 46288 Yale Road, Chilliwack, British Columbia. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Albert Arthur Thompson are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act (British Columbia) that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at c/o Baker Newby LLP, 9259 Main Street, Box 390, Chilliwack, British Columbia, V2P 6K2, to the attention of Todd C. Harvey, Lawyer on or before June 20, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

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

OFFICE/RETAIL

Are you a RPN, Kinesiologist or Acupuncturist looking for RENTAL SPACE to practice your skills. Good location & reasonable rate. Please call 604-793-4458

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

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HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES

TRUCKS & VANS

CHILLIWACK/VEDDER area: River frontage furn’d or not Cabins. $700 & $1000. Avail now. 604-798-1807

SARDIS. 4-BDRM home, close to both malls & schools. Corner lot. Dble garage, covered patio, RV prkg avail. 3-baths. Pets neg. N/s. June 1. $1650. Refs. req’d. (604)858-6556.

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ROOM & BOARD

ROOM & BOARD AVAIL. in newer T/H complex across from Townsend Park. Large space with private green space & powder room. Shared shower on upper floor WiFI included. $560/month. Please call 604-392-5447.

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

Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022

1 & 2 bdrm Apts. 4 appl., good location, quiet area. Approved cat ok. 1 BD.................$575 2 BD................$675 Call Wayne, Stratatech Consulting 604 799 0259

AUTO FINANCING

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.

Bole Apartments Certified crime-free multi housing.

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YARROW - 1 bdrm- ground level, fridge, stove. Priv entr, parking, vaulted ceilings. $600/mo inc utils. Avail. now. (604)556-4089

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

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Chilliwack. lg 1 bdrm, own laundry, new appliances, n/s, n/p, . $800/m incl wi-fi & cable. (604)846-5761 CHWK: Bachelor suites avail 55+ Laminate flrs. Ns/Np. Incl heat/water. 604-997-7337, 604-792-5173

CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm, $700/m Laundry hook-ups incl. Ref’s required, available now. Call (604)7039076

Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of Elisa Alice Davies aka Alice Elisa Davies, deceased, who died on November 23, 2013, are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Executors at 201-45793 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack, British Columbia, V2R 5S3, before June 25, 2014, after which date the Executors will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which they have notice. By: Edward K. Kaye Barrister and Solictor Solicitor for Kenneth Davies and Susan Perry, Executors Waterstone Law Group LLP #201-45793 Luckakuck Way Chilliwack, BC, V2R 5S3 (604)824-7777

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

2 bdrms available now! Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!

604-316-3040 or 604-799-3428

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

Notice to Creditors and Other Claimants

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

Certiﬁed crime-free multi-housing residence complex.

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

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

9462 Cook St.

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. 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.

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APARTMENT/CONDO

LOOKING for Kevin Roy for legal matters, please contact Delphine Pinette at 250-263-2761 or at delphinepinette815@gmail.com as soon as possible. Thank you

PROMONTORY large furn’d room, cbl, computer, net. own fridge. Ref. NS/NP $450 incl util. 604-316-2614

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

1954 Chevrolet Bel Air Custom Auction Vehicle

bcclassiﬁed.com The Best Chance of the Year to Buy or Sell A Classic Car Contact Jason 604.220.2725 jason@vancouvercollectorcars.com

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