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TRAIN TRAGEDY A3 Man killed after his car crashes into a train on Townshipline Road

Incumbent Mayor Bruce Banman (left) is facing a challenge from first-term Councillor Henry Braun.

Banman vs. Braun Two first-term politicians vie for top seat in city hall

n his first attempt at a political seat, Bruce Banman won the 2011 mayoral election over one-term incumbent George Peary. Now, he is seeking a second term with a plan to bring consistency to the mayor’s chair to continue working on the city’s economic prosperity. Banman, a chiropractor who owns a local practice, was one of two new faces at the council table in the last term along with Coun. Henry Braun, who is now challenging for the mayor’s seat. Banman says his track record shows that the city has moved forward under his leadership. “I came in as a rookie, and look what we’ve accomplished in three short years.” The city didn’t raise taxes this year, the community is safer and city finances have turned around, setting the foundation to work on the economy, he said. Banman said he looks at things from an open, broad perspective and his conciliatory style is an asset. He explained that he doesn’t feel council should always vote unanimously, but said often council votes one way and Coun. Braun another. “If Coun. Braun is elected mayor, we will see more polarization.” With at least three new faces to assume the empty seats on council,

f elected mayor, people will see a side of Coun. Henry Braun they haven’t seen before. Braun, former co-owner, president and CEO of the Abbotsfordbased Pacific Northern Rail Corp., said that while he has been an outspoken councillor, as mayor he would work towards consensus. As a councillor, his job is to ask questions – which should have been asked years ago, he said. The mayor’s role is to interact with council and bring consensus, he said. As mayor, his questions would be to the city manager, before a proposal ever gets to city council, he said. “I don’t want everybody to agree with me, I want to know why you disagree… Otherwise we are just rubber-stamping stuff.” He said of the thousands of votes council has taken, he opposed less than five per cent and his opposition comes from trying to protect taxpayers’ dollars, such as on the YMCA project, where council had considered spending $17.5 million on a local facility. Braun said that with only eight people at the council table due to the election of Simon Gibson to the legislature, there are many four-four votes at the council table. “Many times the mayor actually casts the dissenting vote to make it a tie, which then defeats the issue.”

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It could be several weeks before an investigation into a fatal collision between a car and a train that occurred early Saturday morning is concluded. The crash killed a 36-year-old man from Abbotsford who was travelling east in the 33000 block of Townshipline Road when he crashed into a southbound train at about 3 a.m. There is an uncontrolled crossing in that area, marked by stop signs in each direction. Const. Ian MacDonald of the Abbotsford Police Department said it’s too early to confirm the cause of the collision. Police will be considering numerous factors, including whether the driver was speeding or impaired at the time of the crash. He said the final report from police collision reconstructionists will likely take several weeks to be completed. The crash involved a 123-car empty coal train operated by Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) and resulted in three of the cars coming off the track in near Highway 11 (the AbbotsfordMission Highway) and Turner Street. The derailment took down power poles and resulted in a power outage affecting about 8,000 customers at its peak. The approximate area of the outage was north of Highway 1 to McCallum Road and west-east from Gladwin Road to Sumas Way. Most customers had power restored by 6:30 a.m., but some were still without power at noon. The train, which was travelling along the tracks that run parallel to Highway 11 for a portion, blocked off

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An empty coal train derailed after a fatal collision between a car and a train in the 33000 block of Townshipline Road early Saturday morning.

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The remains of a sedan that impacted a train were visible at the site several hours after the early morning crash. several intersections from the area of the derailment through the downtown city core. George Ferguson Way and Essendene crossings were blocked by the stationary rail cars, but Marshall Road to the south was open. All crossings were cleared by about 1 p.m.

Townshipline Road was closed by police at Gladwin Road and at the other side of the tracks at Riverside Street and remained closed while investigators were on the scene of the collision. The train involved was one of the empty coal trains operated by BNSF that have tem-

porarily been passing through Abbotsford along the Southern Railway (SRY) line. Two or three trains a day, each more than two kilometres long, began making their way through Langley and Abbotsford in July, while construction takes place along the route in Washington.

BNSF spokesman J. Singh Biln said the company has had 236 trains move safely through the area since July 7. He said crews worked on the scene all day Saturday and found no substantial damage to the track. BNSF is upgrading tracks and replacing two bridges between the border and Burlington, Wash. The empty trains have been rerouted from Roberts Bank through Langley and Abbotsford and down to Sumas. The rerouting plan is expected to continue until December. The trains normally run south from Roberts Bank, through White Rock, and enter the U.S. at the Peace Arch border crossing. The APD is working with BNSF, SRY, the BC Coroners Service, BC Hydro and the BC Safety Authority in its investigation. – with files from Tyler Olsen

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and the potential for more, Banman said if elected, he would take time to talk to councillors and see what their concerns are and what they want to accomplish in their terms. Banman said transparency has increased in his time at city hall, citing the public release of the city manager’s contract when he was hired, and added that the recently signed contract with Global Spectrum – the company submitted profile that runs the Abbotsford Bruce Banman Centre – will be made public. EDUCATION: Doctor of “Where we can make Chiropractic things public, we definitely do that,” but he added there OCCUPATION: Mayor are always ways to improve POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Mayor of on transparency. Abbotsford He said the city needs to “look at a better way for COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Former Abbotsford Rotary mem- committees to report to ber, Character Council, Fraser council versus the current system,” which has already Valley Musical Theatre Guild. begun. KEY ISSUES: Banman said his main Taxes. In 2014 Abbotsford had a motivation for running zero tax increase budget in 2014 in again is to bring ecoresidential, business and commer- nomic prosperity to cial sectors. Abbotsford. Crime. Since becoming mayor, Shortly after his election in 2011, Banman crime is down 11% in Abbotsford. True representation. For the first announced a task force time in decades, all of Abbotsford on economic prosperity. is represented at city hall, not just While it was expected to take about six months, the an elite few. How would you make city hall process took two years. Though that was longer more accountable and transparent? I’m in favor of continuing to than hoped, the plan is increase our residents’ access to working towards the goal of economic prosperity, city hall, and I’m happy to say that Banman said. He said hirevery day I’m told that the changing a new economic develes in the past three years have opment director – Wendy resulted in city hall being accountDupley – will bring more able to the people of Abbotsford. progress to the city. In the past three years red tape “We will start to see the has been reduced, public consul- encouragement and fostertations have been increased, and I ing of local, current busihave made public the contracts of nesses in our community, senior city staff. and we will see the encourAre changes required in local agement of new businesses spending? If so, what would they be to come here.” City hall has also reduced and how would you address them? Over the past three years I’ve red tape, such as building fought hard for the fiscal restraint permits waits going from and accountability that has re- 11 weeks to three, said sulted in the first 0% tax increase Banman. He cited the zonbudget in 18 years in Abbotsford, ing bylaw overhaul, providand I will continue to challenge ing simplicity and clarity every expenditure to ensure that for those wishing to come Abbotsford taxpayers get the high- here to set up a business or to build, as a success. est value possible for their tax The official community dollars. plan update is underway, and that will also provide greater clarity for people who want to move here. He added the city needs to start building up instead of out for residences. An ongoing issue through Banman’s term has been addressing homelessness. As a result of the task force on homelessness, the city is working much closer with BC Housing and Fraser Health, which have the ability to assist with homelessness efforts, he said. On the prospect of the Dignity Village proposal, he said he told city staff the concept had merit. “However, there are multiple hurdles and challenges with this idea.” Banman said the number of homeless people in Abbotsford is not staggering. “This is a solvable problem, I think for the most part ...” Stories by Alex Butler

Braun said council needs talk about issues between meetings to understand where they stand on the issues, and that has not occurred in this term. “We seem to want to tell the public what is good for you, not consult,” which is something he says he wants to change. Braun, who cited the need for transparency submitted profile in his 2011 campaign, said the city is still not Henry Braun where it should be. He EDUCATION: said while some deciAbbotsford Senior Secondary sions must be made in-camera, the inforOCCUPATION: Retired president, CEO mation and minutes of Pacific Northern Rail Contractors should be released if at Corp.; co-owner of ranching all possible, and “then operation. communicate to the POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: public why we made Abbotsford city councillor the decision we did.” He said he wants to COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Recipient of the Order of level the playing field Abbotsford 2008; Abbotsford Airport for people and compaAuthority, vice-chair, 2004-07; nies working with city Abbotsford Economic Development hall, so they can’t use Commission, 2000-07; Abbotsford “ins” for special treatment. Police, board of directors, 1993–1998 “I want to give everyKEY ISSUES: body special treatment. Providing a long-term solution to But not some to the the city’s homeless situation. exclusion of others,” Higher levels of accountability and he said. He said for transparency into city government. economic prosperity to Fiscal responsibility. occur, barriers to workHow would you make city hall more ing with the city such accountable and transparent? as inappropriate bylaws Hold members of council person- have to be removed. ally accountable for remaining withHe said that big develin government’s budget; construct opers are “gun-shy” to a balanced scorecard to include a develop here, and other process for gaining community con- communities are receivsensus on a “quality of life” index; ing business instead of annually release the costs – salary, Abbotsford because it benefits and expenses – of each em- can be difficult to do ployee and council member; ensure business with the city. that all employee contractual agreeHe said he brings a ments are readily accessed on the different skill set than city’s website; establish an employee Banman, and his backevaluation policy based on systemat- ground in business has ic reviews of job performance. given him the experiAre changes required in local munici- ence to lead a large orpal spending? ganization and to create Lower the differential property tax a vision for it. He said rate ratio between commercial and he would empower emresidential property owners from the ployees to do what they current ratio of 2.6:1 to 2.0:1. This will are hired to do. attract businesses into Abbotsford’s Braun said the mayor many vacant commercial spaces. has a ceremonial and Reduce the almost $33M debt (of leadership role, and that the almost $103M total) that is not while he may not be as subject to penalties incurred by mak- publicly visible as the ing advanced payments. This can current mayor, he will be accomplished without increasing use his deputy mayor property taxes or user fees by finding and councillors differefficiencies in government. ently for those roles. In regard to homelessness, Braun said the issue should not have reached the present level. He said there are many empty buildings in Abbotsford and one could be rented for the winter to put a roof over people’s heads who could then be connected with services. Braun said if elected he would talk to the people on Gladys Avenue, because there has to be a better way to address the issue. The city shouldn’t spend money on legal fees for ongoing court cases involving the homeless and should instead help them, he said, adding that the court system doesn’t bring people together and “we need to bring our community together, at many levels.”

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Candidates focus on issues of homelessness Supportive housing, dignity village and other solutions discussed

Alex BUTLER

more housing units for bringing people out of homelessness and into supportive housing, said Nathan Loewen. He said a More than a year of discussions on homelessness in Abbotsford continuum of supportive services can help individuals “maintain have resulted in plans to hire a city co-ordinator for homeless- employment, health and dignity.” He said harm reduction must ness issues, ongoing court cases over the constitutionality of city be integrated into the strategy to allow those with addictions a bylaws against camping in parks, and several proposals from the chance to find housing without having to be clean first. city and private groups to create housing and other shelter. Incumbent Les Barkman, who worked with a cold weather With a municipal election on Nov. 15 comes the potential that shelter for four years, said the city must take the information a new council may develop new ideas or a different direction on from the task force and other data and “make a decision that will how to address the ongoing and complex issue of homelessness. change people’s lives.” Many of the current concepts and potential solutions also face Moe Gill, also an incumbent, said it is unacceptable to not realopposition, and elected representatives will have a challenge in ize there are a mixture of reasons people are homeless, including navigating a course for the community. poverty and mental illness, and the city must co-ordinate with In written answers to emailed questions posed by The News, the government and community resources to provide physical council candidates provided their views on how to address homelessness. There are 30 candidates vying for eights spots on and social solutions. council. Rick Barkwell said he would work with the new co-ordinator to For views from the two mayoral candidates, see coverage be- liaise with local charities and service groups, as well as with the ginning on the front page of this issue. province to move quickly to get low-barrier housing open. David Sahlstrom said he would re-examine the decision to hire Lyle Caldwell said homelessness is one of the hardest challenga civic homeless co-ordinator, as the city has no experience or es facing the newly electexpertise in the area and ed mayor and council. He homelessness is not a said that the “dignity vilmunicipal responsibility. lage” is a good interim He added that until an idea, but many questions adequate housing supply need to be answers and is provided there needs it would need a good exit to be a location where the homeless could camp strategy to a permanent and access services. location. James Breckenridge, Gerda Peachey said the who works at an emercity must demand senior gency shelter, said the government does its part, fiscal reality is that all such as Fraser Health adthe services the commudressing mental illness. nity may wish for cannot She said “insofar as the be provided, so “we must courts don’t stand in the spend our money on supway, the present squaports and services that File photo lor and danger posed will produce a long-term reduction in the number A high-profile ‘protest’ homeless camp has been the subject of much discussion and by spreading homeless of homeless.” He said the criticism in the city for much of the year. camps must not be alend goal should be enlowed.” She added that suring people are healthy – mentally and physically – enough to no housing proposal for those with addictions can be set up remained housed. without security staff for the residents and neighbourhood. Karen Young, who works with the Lookout Emergency Aid Tina Stewart said it is necessary to fill the many holes in the Society, a non-profit organization that helps provide solutions list of services Abbotsford has available, such as detox and a to homelessness, said a goal should be set to end homelessness within a defined timeline by providing a wide range of solutions. central system to enquire about and access services. She said That may include minimal barrier housing overseen by the non- the lack of affordable housing and job opportunities that meet profit sector, affordable housing appropriate to the health and or exceed the living wage needs to be addressed. Creating an on-going homeless advisory committee where safety needs of an individual, outreach services to help people maintain their housing and finding partnerships for funding some members are homeless or recently housed is part of Ken with senior government, health authorities, public foundations Wuschke’s plan. He also said having job skills programs availand private sources. able for the homeless so they are able to find employment is Forming another government-run program is not the answer important. to homelessness, said Paul Redekopp. Instead, non-profits need Marlisa Power said she supports individualized plans to help to be empowered to success in their mission, vision and goals. get people off the streets, and cited the city of Nanaimo’s apKelly Chahal, of the AbbotsfordFirst slate, said the city needs to proach, which she said put 46 people into housing with housing work with other levels of government and resource providers to address the issue. Ross Siemens, who also belongs to the slate, for 160 more underway. For more on each candidate’s plan on how to deal with said the city must establish an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team through Fraser Health, which provides outreach and homelessness, visit abbynews.com/municipalelection to read candidate questionnaires or see the Friday, Nov. 7 edition of the assesses the needs of those on the streets. The city must work with a housing-first strategy to provide Abbotsford News.

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A most important right In 2011, Abbotsford voters faced a major decision in regard to funding a proposed new water supply. They soundly defeated the plan by referendum, and in the process, also removed a first-term mayor and replaced him with a political newcomer. This civic election does not have such a high-profile and controversial issue, however, it is no less important. The choices the electorate will make this Saturday will be in effect for a longer, four-year term. And the issues that face this community through that period such as homelessness, municipal taxation, spending, and local economic prosperity are vital. It is the responsibility of voters to refresh their memories of this council’s past term, and inform themselves about the candidates who offer new choices – and do the same for school trustees. There is much information available in past issues of The News, and on our website, abbynews.com/municipalelection.

Voters certainly do not have a lack of candidates, with 30 people including four incumbents vying for one of eight council seats, and 16 school board trustee hopefuls for seven spots, along with two mayoralty challengers. As well, this is the first time in many years that Abbotsford is seeing a political slate running candidates for council. Don’t be overwhelmed by the number of candidates. Remember, you are not required to mark a full ballot, naming a candidate for every seat available. Of course, you may do that, but you may also decide to select only a few names. It is also your choice to support everyone who runs on a slate, or just one or two. The candidates you choose must represent your vision and values, and you must be confident they can do that independently, rather than as a party to “group think.” The most important thing you must do, is exercise your right to vote.

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Other Hand Since I archive them by number, this column marks a bit of a milestone . . . number 450 since the column was resurrected almost nine years ago. I’ve only missed being published weekly on about three or four occasions during that time, and have produced for your pleasure, pain or frustration some 270,000 words under the banner that tops them. And every word was written with my name above them. Not once have I used a pseudonym or hidden by anonymity. Like it or hate it, I take the praise or the pillory, and the words printed in this newspaper, and the words of any journalist published in a newspaper are archived for posterity in museums, newspaper association files and in legislative libraries. If you are curious as to what I or others wrote in newspapers today, last week, last

month or decades ago, they are available. And today what is written in them is for the most part instantly accessible through the Internet, preserved good or bad on newspaper websites or available through a Google search. The world-wide web, however, also provides the opportunity for anyone to set up a website and, without any controlling influence on what is written, provides the ability to comment, anonymous or otherwise, without accountability. If people are unhappy with what is said on some sites, the purveyors simply remove it and then obfuscate over its existence. Fortunately, in some instances, even after a website has been “sanitized” those words and documents, complete with website banners, escape the efforts to cleanse, remaining available through the simple of task of knowing what to ask Google. For curiosity’s sake, I recently spent a few hours doing just that, and printed off an amazing collection of words from one site, and a few from another. Interestingly, the day after I did that – Oct. 20 to be exact – one was no longer ac-

cessible, replaced by garble which quickly defaulted to a completely unrelated website. The other was cleansed of many of the personal attacks, later admitted to in a mea culpa by the two owners of the site, that have been made over the years. It is one thing to challenge decisions,

There are many seeking the reins of leadership who are completely new to the political arena (and public awareness for that matter) policies, plans, programs or other actions (even newspaper columns). It is quite another to try to denigrate, demean or diminish someone personally. A simple “sorry, we won’t do that anymore” doesn’t cut it with me, particularly when one of these people, Vince Dimanno, is seeking an office of power and control in our city.

This Saturday, Abbotsford residents have the opportunity to choose who will chart the course of our city’s future for the next four years. A daunting task to be sure, one that requires respect for the opinions of others, accountability for what you do in the future (and what you’ve done in the past). This civic election will be a difficult one. There are many seeking the reins of leadership who are completely new to the political arena (and public awareness for that matter), others who have been there so long it is mind-numbing. Your decisions will be crucial because they will determine whether our city is controlled, over the next few years, by committee or independent thought. I urge you, though you don’t have to, to vote for all eight councillor positions. Remember that within the voting booth you have the sole and secret ability to decide against whose names you decide to mark an ‘X’. Choose wisely. I know for whom I shall vote, and for whom I shall not.

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Some time ago an article was published by Abbotsford Today, a website co-owned by council candidate Mr. Vince Dimanno and has come to light about our parents, both our father, Lyle Caldwell and our late mother, Christine Caldwell. We are absolutely appalled and sickened by the hurtful and vengeful words. Our mother taught us that we are all born of the same cloth and that we should be kind to people no matter how they treat us in return. She was the most thoughtful person that we have ever known, almost to a fault. How dare they say those unimaginable things about not only a person who would give the shoes off her feet (if it came to that) for anyone, but about the dead in such a way is just disrespectful, spiteful and arrogant. We have been brought up in a political household and we understand that when you decide to be in the public eye you are opening yourself up for criticism, but we think that it is low to speak about anyone the way they did. We along with our father, and his 10-year-old granddaughter are still grieving her loss and to have you so carelessly throw her memory out like the trash is honestly heartless. Mr. Dimanno, we did hear your apology the other night at the all-candidates meeting and though you apologized to our father, you did not even mention all the other people, including us, his sweet granddaughter, and Ms. Ross to name a few. Aynsley Caldwell and Chelsea Caldwell Abbotsford

Keep an open mind I am appalled as a Abbotsford resident that (letter-writer) Vereena Fraser puts the homeless in a category of fixing the homeless problem to bear control. This doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t solve anything and to think shooting the homeless with rubber bullets to keep them at bay. What are you thinking? Yes, we have a problem but so does many other communities. And is every homeless person bad? I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think so, but then again we have people whom are not homeless wrecking havoc in our streets. The problem will not go awayÂ and we as a community should try to come up with solutions as well as ourÂ Â government.Â Treat people with a open mind before passing judgment that all homeless people are in the same category. Ernie Fankhanel, Abbotsford

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Three thefts of poppy donation boxes took place at McDonald’s restaurants in Abbotsford last week, and a fourth theft took place at the Abbotsford Police Department (APD). Const. Ian MacDonald said the first theft occurred on Sunday, Nov. 2 at the McDonald’s in the 31400 block of DeLair Road. Police were called at about 4:30 a.m. that day by an employee who said it was believed a man and woman who were in the restaurant took a poppy donation box from the counter. Police stopped two people matching the descriptions not far from the scene, and video from the restaurant confirmed they were the pair in question. Cash consisting of small bills and coins was found on the man, who is well-known to police for prior convictions such as theft and driving while prohibited.

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Three poppy donation boxes like this were stolen in Abbotsford last week. Police have recommended a theft charge against the 26-year-old man. A second theft, at the McDonald’s in the 2500 block of Clearbrook Road, was reported to the Abbotsford branch of the Royal Canadian Legion on Tuesday, Nov. 4. A Legion volunteer went to pick up donations and was informed that the box had gone missing. Legion president Geoff Hosking said he was planning to report the theft to police, and it was likely that video footage could also assist in that investigation.

A third theft was reported on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at about noon by staff at the McDonald’s restaurant in the 2100 block of Whatcom Road. A donation box had been taken from the counter, and video indicated a Caucasian woman was responsible. MacDonald said police are still reviewing that video in hopes of making an arrest. The most recent theft took place on Sunday, when a 16-year-old girl was in the front lobby of the APD. She had been taken there by police and was waiting while

they lined up some services for her. MacDonald said the teen was captured on video surveillance as she took a poppy donation box from the front counter and hid it under her clothes. She now faces a theft charge. Hosking said donations have been up considerably this year, likely in response to the shooting death of Cpl. Nathan Cirillo on Oct. 22 at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. Each box could have held as much as $300. The Abbotsford Legion was also hit by several thefts last year, when a woman posed as a Legion volunteer and collected the boxes from several businesses. Lisa Marie Goddard of Mission later pleaded guilty to two counts of theft and received a fourmonth jail sentence. Anyone with information about the recent thefts is asked to contact the APD at 604-8595225 or text abbypd (222973).

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The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) was the recipient of a $20,000 donation on Nov. 3 in support of the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units at Abbotsford Regional Hospital (ARH). The funds were raised Oct. 3 at the second annual Little Hearts Gala at the Bollywood Banquet Hall in Surrey. The event was attended by more than 500 people. The donation will be used to purchase a breast pump, trolley and waterless milk warmer for each of the hospital units, and a Giraffe Blue Spot phototherapy system to treat babies suffering from jaundice. Plans are already underway for the 2015 Little Hearts Gala. For more information or to get involved, contact littlehearts.gala@gmail. com. Those wishing to support the hospital can contact the FVHCF at 604-851-4890 or the website FVHCF.org.

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Teen struck by vehicle A 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital with serious injuries on Thursday night after he was struck by a vehicle. Const. Ian MacDonald said police were called just before 6 p.m. to the area of McMillan Road and Orchard Drive. MacDonald said it appears that the boy either jumped or slid in front of a commercial vehicle. He was taken to hospital, and later transported to a trauma centre, for injuries to his hip and back. MacDonald said the injuries were serious, but not life-threatening. Abbotsford Police are continuing to investigate the incident.

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The Abbotsford Arts Council presents its annual Christmas Artisan Market from Nov. 21 to 23 at Highstreet shopping complex (3122 Mt. Lehman Rd.). This year’s event expands on the 2013 Christmas Artisan Gift Fair at the Kariton Art Gallery and the Christmas

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Extreme weather shelter spaces funded

With winter approaching, the B.C. government says it will fund 80 extreme weather shelter spaces in Abbotsford this winter to help those whose health and safety may be threatened by cold, wet weather. The temporary spaces will be located at Abbotsford Pentecostal Church, Cyrus Centre, Emmanuel Mennonite Church, Ross Road Community Church and Sevenoaks Alliance Church until March 31, 2015 as communities issue extreme weather alerts for their area. “Cold temperatures combined with wet weather conditions can put vulnerable people at extreme risk so it is critical to provide a safe and warm place to stay,” said Abbotsford South MLA Darryl Plecas. Each community decides what weather conditions warrant an alert and how many spaces to activate on a given night, depending on the capacity of existing shelters and the estimated need. Throughout the province, the B.C. government will provide up to $1.6 million this winter to make more than 1,100 temporary emergency shelter spaces serving more than 90 communities.

Christmas tree lighting. The market is open from 5 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 21 for a wineand-cheese opening reception, which is open to the public, and continues from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 22 and 23. Local musicians perform each evening from 5 to 7 p.m., and CIVL Radio

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The Envision Financial Coffee House Concert Series presents the Quintessential Jazz Band at SippChai Café (31205 Maclure Rd.) on Saturday, Nov. 15. The concert runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Quintessential Jazz quartet has been playing throughout the Lower Mainland for the past 10 years. They play jazz standards and their own original compositions with a sound they call

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Prospera supports Starfish program Donation will help 20 kids Prospera Credit Union has donated $10,500 to the Starfish Pack Program in Abbotsford. A cheque in that amount was presented recently at a luncheon hosted by the Rotary Club of Abbotsford. The donation will enable another 20 children to take part in the program, which

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The West Abbotsford Community School Society (WACSS) holds its annual general meeting on Dec. 8 and is seeking nominations for its board of directors for the 2014/15 fiscal year. The AGM runs from 6 to 7 p.m. at the John Maclure Community School (JMCS), 2990 Oriole Cres. A free pizza dinner and door prizes are included.

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The Fraser Valley Symphony holds its first concert of the fall season on Sunday, Nov. 16. “Romantic Rendezvous” features guest soloist Michelle Mares performing Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor. A native of Vancouver, Mares began her musical studies at the age of four as a student of the Suzuki Piano Method. She performed extensively as a child prodigy and has had an active performing career as a soloist and chamber musician in Canada and Europe. Mares has performed with virtually every major orchestra in Canada as a soloist and her performances have enjoyed national and international radio broadcast. She is currently on the piano faculty at the University of Victoria and at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. Also on the program will be Prelude to Attila by Verdi and Symphony No. 1 by Rimsky-Korsakoff. The concert begins at 3 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors/students and $5 for kids 12 and under. They are available in Abbotsford at King’s Music and the visitor centre, in Mission at Claim to Fame and in Langley at Act 1 Music. Tickets are also sold at the door, as available. For more information, visit fraservalleysymphony.org

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RE-ELECT MAYOR BANMAN A LEADER DELIVERS LOW TAXES Mayor Banman delivered you a 0% tax increase in 2014. The ﬁrst 0% tax increase in 18 years.

JOBS Mayor Banman has supported job-creating initiatives such as the West Abbotsford Industrial Park that will bring $11 million in annual revenue, $14 million in DCC fees, and 4,500 new jobs for Abbotsford.

DEBT REDUCTION Under Mayor Banman’s leadership we implemented a new 5-year ﬁnancial plan that will eliminate Abbotsford’s operational debt in 2016.

A SAFER ABBOTSFORD Under Mayor Banman’s leadership we achieved an 11% reduction in crime.

CONTROLLED SPENDING With your help Mayor Banman stopped the expensive Water Project saving Abbotsford more than $345 million. Mayor Banman also put an end to the unsustainable Abbotsford Heat deal saving taxpayers millions of dollars. These two achievements alone mean thousands of dollars in savings for you. Authorized by Cheryl North, Financial Agent for Bruce Banman, reelectbanman@gmail.com

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RE-ELECT MAYOR BANMAN A LEADER DELIVERS LOW TAXES Mayor Banman delivered you a 0% tax increase in 2014. The ﬁrst 0% tax increase in 18 years.

DEBT REDUCTION Under Mayor Banman’s leadership we implemented a new 5-year ﬁnancial plan that will eliminate Abbotsford’s operational debt in 2016.

A SAFER ABBOTSFORD Under Mayor Banman’s leadership we achieved an 11% reduction in crime.

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UFV shuttle service to expand Student referendum held Students at University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) have endorsed two expansion proposals for the Campus Connector shuttle bus program run by the UFV Student Union Society (SUS) and UFV. Starting in January 2015, an additional bus will be on the road between Abbotsford and Chilliwack from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., increasing daily capacity by 200 seats during peak hours. This brings the total to four buses operating on the Abbotsford-Chilliwack route. As well, a new connection will

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be added between downtown Langley and Abbotsford, with up to six roundtrips daily from 6 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Students voted online from Oct. 30 to Nov. 4 on both proposals. Expansion of the AbbotsfordChilliwack route had 70 per cent support at a cost of $3.50 per semester, and creation of the Langley-Abbotsford route had 53 per cent support at a cost of $5.45 per semester. SUS is also looking ahead to the introduction of the Fraser Valley Express bus (FVX), a public

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Fountainview Academy Orchestra and Singers are eager to share an all-new Christmas musical production to become a new DVD release in 2016: O Holy Night. Don’t miss their premier, live, presentation!

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fountainviewacademy.ca Adventist Book Center, 1626 McCallum Rd.; House of James, 2743 Emerson St.; Silver Hills Bakery, 30971 Peardonville Rd.; Kings Music, 2669 Langdon St. These young musicians are a unique bunch. Touring far and wide and stopping to share a benefit concert to help bring food to the hungry in Abbotsford is not at all odd. Especially if you know that these young people have as much to do with food as they do with music! Here’s how: Fountainview Academy is built on the philosophy that education is not complete unless it benefits each student, mentally, spiritually, socially, and physically.

These students have training in real-to-life experiences that involve tending acres of certified organic carrots, large orchards, greenhouses, and acres of a wide variety of vegetables. Other areas for real-life work experience also exist, but food-related opportunities employ most students. Working the soil has a way of making the food on the table in their cafeteria seem more real. Onions, potatoes, beets, cabbage, kale, basil, garlic, squash and just about

anything you can hope to put on the menu has been grown in the school garden this year. Food. It’s a part of life that students of Fountainview Academy understand more than most—and they love it. There is so much more to tell you about these young people. Best of all is to speak with them in person. So, get your tickets—don’t miss it when they sing the story they love—O Holy Night.

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Metro Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business case to build a second garbage incinerator grossly overestimates electricity revenue and underestimates the projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costs, according to a report paid for by one of the planâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest critics. It estimates the net costs could be $800 million to $1.3 billion higher than Metro has estimated over the 35-year life of the new wasteto-energy plant. The analysis was conducted by consulting firm ICF International and commissioned by waste disposal firm Belkorp Environmental Services, which stands to lose business if a new incinerator is built. Belkorp operates the Cache Creek landfill â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which Metro aims to stop using â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Â and has proposed to build a material recovery facility in Coquitlam that it says could sort more recyclables from what is otherwise garbage. Metro has assumed BC Hydro will pay $100 per megawatt-hour for the power that would be generated over the full life of the project, but the ICF report warns BC Hydro might renegotiate a much lower rate in 15 years, after Metro pays off its capital investment. If the power price

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Metro Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing incinerator in south Burnaby burns 280,000 tonnes of garbage a year and sells electricity into the BC Hydro grid. drops at that point to $43 per megawatt-hour â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which Metro now receives at its existing Burnaby incinerator â&#x20AC;&#x201C; electricity revenues would shrink by $362 million, the report said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the really heroic assumptions is the price of electricity that they are going to receive from BC Hydro,â&#x20AC;? ICF report lead author Seth Hulkower told Coquitlam council Monday. ICFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estimate of the lifetime project costs are also 18 per cent higher than Metroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and it also adds a 15 per cent contingency for operations and maintenance. Its â&#x20AC;&#x153;downside scenarioâ&#x20AC;? estimate of a $1.3-billion cost overrun makes bleaker assumptions than Metro and assumes the regional district must sell electricity on the open market without any fixed price guarantee

from BC Hydro. Metro officials say their business case does not necessarily reflect what the final waste-toenergy project may be. One project proponent â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Â Lehigh Cement â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Â proposes to retrofit its Delta cement plant to use garbage as fuel, replacing coal and tires it now burns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to sell electricity at all,â&#x20AC;? Metro board chair Greg Moore said. The cement plant option may also have considerably lower capital costs than the estimate of around $500 million for an all-new plant. Other scenarios could see a new waste-to-energy plant located near a densifying urban area where steam could heat surrounding buildings in a district energy system, instead of being converted to electricity for sale. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not shocking that this report comes from the largest private land-

fill operator that wants to continue operating their business as a landfill,â&#x20AC;? Moore said. Metroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current plan calls for construction of a new waste-to-energy plant to take up to 370,000 tonnes per year of garbage, an amount it estimates will still require disposal if the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recycling rate climbs from 60 per cent to 70 per cent. But the regional district is expected to reevaluate its plans in light of the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rejection of Bylaw 280, which tried to ban the hauling of garbage out of Metro. Belkorp vice-president Russ Black said he hopes more mayors and councils around the region push the Metro board to place a moratorium on the incinerator plan in light of the ICF findings. Councils in Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Coquitlam and Port Moody have previously supported a moratorium. Black said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;completely falseâ&#x20AC;? to suggest Belkorpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim is to keep taking Metro garbage to its Cache Creek landfill by defeating the incinerator, pointing instead to its NextUse subsidiaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to sort recyclables from garbage. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with files from Gary McKenna

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Take the small items off the menu of cultural tensions On the Spot

Whoever thought butter an opportunity to purchase the three-day sale. would cause racial tensions? It’s situations such as this Well, I witnessed a few instances during last week’s that can create barriers and stereotypes. sale in a local grocery store. I’m not trying to pick on any Here’s how the story goes: a South Asian woman had over particular community, but the South Asians do her limit of butter like a lot of butter in her cart, and was and that’s fine. reaching for the But, there needs last four that were to be a focus on available. following the genThe Caucasian eral rules of retail woman said to the when applied. South Asian female I know this may those last four are sound funny, but mine. Ken HERAR many people do And so the shovget offended if ing match ensues rules are ignored. between the two. As we strive to bridge our We must remember, there was a limit of four butters multicultural communities per/person and customers together, we don’t need butter were walking out with way being on the menu of discussion of racial remarks. above their suggested limit. We should not let small isThe South Asian lady was told by staff to return the re- sues like this deter us from maining butters to the shelf what we should be focusing and give the other customers on in terms of our cultural

diversity relationships. Also, recently I had a discussion with a senior citizen on the topic of how language can be a barrier for those that do not speak the English language. This lady went on and on about how seniors from the South Asian community should try to learn English. I shared with her that in a perfect world this makes complete sense, but many struggle with learning a new language. I understand both sides of the equation very well, but with patience and understanding, we can make everyone feel welcome. I believe, overall the entire community has done a very good job in embracing each other through our differences. Sure, there is room for improvement, but there’s much to be proud of. Ken Herar@gmail.com

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Winterizing your garden Winter is coming. So, here’s a cold-weather checklist for your garden: Winter Colour: Heavy rainfalls have taken their toll on many garden annuals and perennials. They will make great compost, but removing them will leave your garden looking rather bare. Hardy winter colour, set out now, will add new life and provide much-needed colour to your winterscape. Strategically planting winter colour in groups with contrasting blocks of bright colours, like yellow, with more pastel shades, creates the most vibrant effect. Centre pansy groupings with the many unique colours of evergreen carex grasses and add colourful conifers, winter heathers and evergreen perennials, like euphorbias, for winter containers and plantings that come alive now and last through to April. Fall Bulbs: It is still the ideal time to plant your fall bulbs. Plant them in well-drained soil at a depth of three times the diameter of the bulb. Plant bulbs in groupings for the most ‘pop’. With proper planning, you can time your bulbs to bloom in sequence from January through June. I’m a big fan of botanical or species bulbs that naturalize easily and come back each year with an even more impressive display. Make sure you have at least a few giant alliums for a great summer show in June. Lifting Bulbs: It’s the last call for lifting and protecting summer bulbs. Gladiola corms and begonia tubers should have been lifted by now, and they must be kept warm at about 15°C (60°F). It is also the time to lift dahlia and canna tubers. Make sure you dry them thoroughly then dust them with sulphur powder. Keep them from frost, and store them cool 5-10°C (40-50°F). Vegetable Gardens: Many late vegetables

can stay in the garden for winter harvesting. These include turnips, parsnips, brussels sprouts, swiss chard and the new series of

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Athlete Criteria: Must have participated successfully in amateur or professional sport at the Provincial and National or International level as an individual or a member of a team, and performing in such a way as to bring special honour to Abbotsford. Said athlete must have been a resident of Abbotsford at the time of their achievement(s) or represented an Abbotsford institution or team. Coach/Builder Criteria: A coach/builder can be defined as an administrator, coach, coaching staff, referee, official, trainer or volunteer. Must have attained a high level of excellence and brought recognition or honour to Abbotsford sport through ongoing dedication to building of athletes, teams or sport itself. Said coach/builder must have been a resident of Abbotsford at the time of achievement(s) or represented an Abbotsford sporting body.

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winter vegetables. If you do not have proper vegetable storage, you can place a thick mulch of bark over your root crops and leave them in the ground as long as possible.

Winter heathers can add a nice burst of colour in your garden during the cold-weather months.

Compost: Fall is a great time to add existing compost to your garden, and there is still time to plant Garden Rejuvenation Mix for invaluable green manure in the spring. Speaking of compost, make sure you take full advantage

of all the leaves, old annuals and vegetable stems by composting them over the winter. You might also wish to add more sand to your vegetable garden to improve the drainage next year. Applying lime is important now too, except of course where you are going to grow potatoes. Lawns: Cut your lawns quite low (1½-2 inches) one more time to allow more air circulation in and around the root systems. This can prevent many

disease problems. To prevent moss from taking over your lawn, maintain a high level of nutrients by applying a controlled slowrelease, high nitrogen fertilizer and by applying prilled lime at the rate of 10 kilograms per 2000 square feet to prevent acidic soil. It is too late now to seed new lawns, but aerating and sanding existing lawns now would sure make a huge difference. Trees and Shrubs: Now is the best time to plant most ever-

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greens, fruit trees and shade trees. They are becoming dormant and, once planted, they will immediately form new roots. By spring, they will have well established root systems. Some points to remember: Q The quality of the soil in which you plant your new trees will determine how well your trees grow. Work in plenty of fine bark mulch to open up and provide good drainage in our heavy clay soils. Q If your trees are in burlap sacks, you should leave the sack on the rootball – it’s holding all those roots together. Q Bare root trees can be safely planted now. They will make new roots, getting them off to a great start come spring. If you use a liquid starter, your trees will get a faster start. Evergreen hedges, planted now, will provide a good windbreak for cold winter winds, thereby helping to keep your fuel bill down a little.

Hedges will also give you privacy and at the same time, beautify your home. So all things considered, an evergreen hedge is an excellent investment. Many fall flowering trees and shrubs can be planted now to provide winter beauty. These include viburnum ‘Pink Dawn’, autumn flowering cherries, Chinese witch hazel, ornamental grasses, jasmine and the many varieties of berried plants to name just a few. It is critical that you begin organic dormant spraying with ‘Green Earth Lime Sulphur’ and ‘Horticultural Oil’ in mid-November to control moss, algae, insects and diseases that overwinter on your trees. We are now entering a brand new season, and it is so nice to have our lawns and gardens in shape for the coolest and wettest time of the year. The addition of winter colour is a pure bonus – one you will appreciate more and more as winter progresses.

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Nick Taylor hoisted a bronze rooster Sunday in Jackson, Miss. after winning the PGA Tour Sanderson Farms Championship. The recently married 26-year-old Taylor is the first Canadian-born golfer to win a Tour event since Mike Weir in 2007, and the first Abbotsford golfer to ever win one. Taylor walked away with $720,000, a tidy sum for a man who made the PGA Tour by a whisker in the Web.com Tour championships in September. Taylor finished 16under par courtesy of eight birdies and two bogies in his final round. His closest competition, Boo Weekley and Jason Bohn, both finished at 14-under. Taylor shot rounds of 67, 69, 70, and 66 on his way to the victory, and credited his putting game for the achievement. “I putted unbelievable

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final round of the tournament to his final 18 holes of the TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., back in September, a performance that guaranteed him a PGA Tour card.

In that round Taylor hit a seven-under 63, the best round of the day by two strokes, and finished 18th on the Web.com playoffonly money list (the top 25 received PGA Tour cards).

Sunday’s victory in Jackson provides Taylor with two years of exempt status (he can’t be cut from the Tour), as well as 300 FedEx Cup points, which moves him into the top ten in the overall

rankings. “[It’s a] great victory for him, great victory for his family, great victory for Ledgeview, and a great victory for Canada,” said former PGA Tour pro and Abbotsford resident Ray

Stewart. Although he picked up a number of second-place finishes in his career, Stewart never managed a tournament victory akin to Taylor’s. “The first thing that he’s going to notice is

that all his pairings will change,” said Stewart, after an enthusiastic congratulations for Taylor. “He’ll now play with all the tournament winners, which is a huge, huge difference. He’s going to get

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into a few more tournaments, he’s got some security out there, his contracts are going to grow, he’ll be more recognizable.” Taylor, a Yale Secondary product, rose to No. 1 in the world amateur rankings in 2009 and won the Ben Hogan award as the NCAA’s top male golfer in 2010 for his exploits with the University of Washington Huskies. He and his wife Angie will travel to Mexico this week to prepare for the OHL Classic of Mayakoba, the final PGA Tour event of 2014. Fellow Abbotsford golfer Adam Hadwin finished tied for 73rd overall with a final score of three-over.

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SLAYING GIANTS The Abby Senior Panthers finished their season with a roar on Friday night, humbling the top-ranked Mission Secondary Roadrunners 14-12 at Abby Panther Field. Receiver Chase Claypool was credited with both Abby touchdowns. The Panthers prevented a two-point conversion attempt by Mission with only minutes left on the clock to preserve their lead. Read the full story online at www.abbynews.com

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Tamara Larson jabs right and drives left, pulling up at the top of the elbow to release a flawless jumper that just kisses the mesh. It’s a beautiful play that seems meaningless in the grander scheme of things, as her team, the Columbia Bearcats, are losing 47-22 (now 24) to the Quest University Kermodes deep in the third quarter. Last year, Larson wouldn’t have taken that shot. Not because she couldn’t have hit it – the veteran shooting guard is the most experienced player CBC has on its roster – but because last year Larson was the Bearcats’ coach. This year, she’s moved from bench boss to floor general, to lead a team that, more than any other, makes her remember her love for the game of basketball. Larson’s story is an unusual one. In 2000, the Ontario-native signed with the NCAA Div. 1 University of Indiana Sycamores, before transferring to the di University of Windsor Lancers for the folU MORINEE lowing two seasons. After a long hiatus ONLws.com from the game and a continent-spanabbyne ning move to B.C. she agreed to coach the n PacWest conference CBC Bearcats in 2012 Pac while pursuing a Masters degree from TWU. The Bearcats have struggled in the PacWest conference, although their level of play has improved in recent seasons. Before Larson took over, the team was almost cut from CBC Athletics, and during her two-year tenure the team won exactly one game (over Kwantlen on Nov. 22, 2013). Yet while the team that Larson built might not have had a winning record, CBC Athletics director Matt Kaminski says that her example helped turn the program around. “Tamara brought a competitive desire to the team, and a belief that they could be competitive on the court,” recalls Kaminski. “I’ve never in my entire life, whether on teams that I’ve coached or teams that I’ve played on, experienced team chemistry like I’ve experienced with these girls,” says Larson, who is one of only two Bearcats who weren’t on the roster last season. In fact, strange as it may seem for a woman who once competed at the highest level of university ball,

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Mr. Donald Stuart Bladon, late of Abbotsford passed away on November 7, 2014 at the age of 82. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Alma, daughters Helen (David) Evans, Karen and granddaughters Hailey and Taylor, as well as extended family and friends in Canada, England and Australia. He was predeceased by his three brothers, Peter, Arthur and Gerald. Don will be dearly missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 11:30 am at Henderson’s Fraser Valley Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford. Donations in memory of Donald may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Tributes and condolences may be left at:

JANZEN, Elizabeth, passed into the presence of her Lord on Wednesday, November 5, 2014, at the age of 94 years. She was predeceased by her loving husband, William (Bill) in 2007, 1 grandson, 1 greatgrandson, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her loving family; 6 children, John (Janis), Harvey (Diane), Clarence, Marilyn, Arthur (Kevin) and Irma (Ken) Landis. Also by 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 2 greatgreat-grandchildren, 2 brothers, John Block (Helen), Henry Block (Myrna), 2 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, and many relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 13 at 1:30 p.m. in Sevenoaks Alliance Church, 2575 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the M.C.C. Online condolences to the family may be made at:

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THIESSEN Walter

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Our loving father Walter, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. He was predeceased by his wife Betty, only 9 months ago. Walter is survived by 4 children; Phil (Jan) Thiessen, Pat (Ted) Klassen, Rob (Diane) Thiessen, Marilyn (Dave) Lick, 11 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and a sister, Ann. Walter’s Memorial Service will be held at the Clearbrook MB Church (corner of Clearbrook Rd & Old Yale Rd) in Abbotsford, BC, on November 14, 2014 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Fraser Valley Gleaners (www.fvgleaners.org) would be appreciated. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

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Elizabeth passed away peacefully on November 5, 2014 at Abbotsford Hospital, joining her husband Jacob and son Ronald with Christ in glory. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Karen & son-in-law, Steve Williams; grandchildren, Daniel Schaap (Jenni), Jeremy Williams and Kristall Martin (Ryan) and friends. Elizabeth was born October 18, 1923 in Russia, immigrating to Canada with her parents when she was very young. They settled in Winkler, MB where she completed her schooling. She taught in a Hutterite Colony for a while before moving to Winnipeg seeking office work. She was married in 1951 to Jacob Kroeker, had 2 children and eventually moved to Abbotsford. Here she worked in various retail shops while Jake worked in construction. After Jake’s death in 1991, Elizabeth continued to work with her son, Ronald in the construction and painting business. Elizabeth was sure of her salvation and lived a life of integrity and faith in Christ. She was

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Golden Eagle Group is a blueberry and cranberry farm located in Pitt Meadows, B.C., Canada

KROEKER, Elizabeth (Loewen)

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

CHICKEN CATCHERS

AGRICULTURE LAND DEVELOPERS

www.abbynews.com OBITUARIES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Mount Lehman Vegetable Farm, Mount Lehman Rd., Abbotsford Starting wage $10.33/hour. No experience necessary, we will train. Send resumes to:

NURSERY WORKERS

Req’d F/T by PBN Nurseries Ltd. Duties: Assisting in pruning trees, potting plants, grafting & watering plants. Physically demanding job. No experience necessary - will train. $10.33/hr, 48 hrs/wk or rate according to HRSDC for 2015. Starting January 28, 2015. Email:

MARKET research interviewer. $200 for 4 to 5 hours. Must be a mature BC credit union member. david@marketalert.ca. No phone calls please TEMP. help harvesting Xmas trees. Langley/Aldergrove area. Lifting, baling, loading trucks. Need full rain gear. Reliable transportation. No public transit in area. 15/hr. email resume gtftrees@gmail.com

mapleleafnursery@shaw.ca

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It is also an asset if you have a good knowledge of BC communities. This is a full time position based in Surrey, BC. Black Press offers competitive compensation, a team environment, benefits and opportunity for career advancement. Please forward your resume with a brief note on why you are a great candidate to: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager koconnor@bpdigital.ca

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HAIR STYLIST req’d f/t for Abbotsford location. Call 604-853-8371 or email resume to lorence@telus.net

OBITUARIES

THIESSEN, Marianne

grateful to be able to spend time

with family and friends, visiting over coffee and sharing her cooking and baking with others. She was a kind and loving mother, grandmother and friend to many. We would like to thank her many friends for their friendship and know that she will be missed.

Marianne was born on April 5, 1935, a twin to Lilianne, in Drake, Saskatchewan, parents Hans and Anna (Regier) Dyck. She died on Saturday evening, November 8, 2014. The arrival of the twins was a momentous occasion, widely known and always remembered by the community to this day. As a child of a father who served in the capacity of public school teacher, pastor and Bible School instructor, she moved a number of times, completing her High School in Langham. Motivated in part by her father she, along with her twin, entered the nursing profession at St. Paul’s. Her younger sister, Connie, followed. She applied her profession in Saskatoon, Waldheim, Nigeria, Rosthern, Calgary and Abbotsford, as she moved with her husband. During the year 1957-58 she attended Canadian Mennonite Bible College, an experience which she regarded as stimulating and enjoyable. Along with Bible, she majored in choir and piano, leading to the completion of her Grade 10 in Royal Conservatory piano. This was also the year she met Bill, which was “love at first sight for me”.

On August 1st, 1959 Marianne married Bill Thiessen who initially entered the teaching profession. Together they served in Nigeria from 1965 to 1968, at the remote Ochaja Teachers College, accompanied by Joanne and Byron, where she served as compound nurse, and again from 1971 to 1974 as co-country director of MCC Nigeria with Bill. In the interim years she was a nurse at Rosthern General Hospital while Bill taught at Rosthern Jr. College. In 1976 Bill accepted the position of MCC Alberta executive director, and she served as nurse at Foothills Hospital. In 1990, when Bill became MCC BC associate director, Marianne nursed in the Abbotsford Regional Hospital until her retirement. Following retirement in 2001, she and Bill travelled abroad, extensively, frequently accepting short term service assignments. Marianne’s life of service and witness shone throughout her life until the day before she was hospitalized for surgery on October 23rd. Marianne leaves to mourn husband Bill, daughter Joanne, son Byron and daughter-in-law Kim, granddaughters Meghan (Justin Fuhr), Jesse, sisters Lilianne (Al) , and Connie (John); brother Arnold (Elizabeth). We grieve deeply. Donation in her memory may be made to MCC International Ministries. Viewing and moments of prayer will be held on Thursday, November 13 from 7-9:00 pm at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. Service in memory of Marianne will take place on Friday, November 14 at 2 pm, at South Abbotsford Church, 32424 Huntingdon Road, Abbotsford.

Online condolences to the family may be made at:

www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com

Advertising Sales Consultant The Peace Arch News, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a fulltime experienced sales person.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player, a strong communicator, well organized and self-motivated. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. A car and valid driver's license is required. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package. Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, November 21, 2014 to: Rita Walters, Publisher Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to publisher@peacearchnews.com

No phone calls please.

Arrangements entrusted to: Woodlawn Funeral Home 604-853-2643

www.blackpress.ca

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING!

Business Drivers

DELIVERING NEWSPAPERS TO BUSINESSES IN LANGLEY

• Tuesdays & Thursdays • Pick up papers from our warehouse

Call: 604.514.6770 or email circulation@langleytimes.com

if what you do at work really makes a difference?

HERE IT DOES!

Convergys and FLIR (www.flir. com) have joined forces bringing high tech opportunities to the Chilliwack area! Our products are used to save lives, capture criminals, provide safety and security around the globe, and protect our natural resources. You’ll provide support and troubleshooting to end users and, along the way, become an expert in a fast growing segment of the IT sector. You’ll need to bring a solid tech foundation but we’ll take care of the rest! Full time paid training and the chance to work on the leading edge of technology. • Full time, permanent role • $11.25 per hour to start, review after 90 days • Incentive program

now a part of

YOUR FUTURE IS CALLING 7955 Evans Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5R7

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NAIL CARE PROFESSIONALS

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

#1 in the Fraser Valley

MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE ~ Are you a goal-oriented selfstarter who enjoys meeting people? ~ Do you like to help small business with creative ideas and helpful benefits? ~ Do you have a successful track record in inter-personal sales?

Suburban Nail Studio Inc. dba Pinkies Nail Studio located at Unit 1, 33779 Essendene Avenue Abbotsford, BC urgently requires F/T licensed Manicurist. Duties include: clean, shape and polish fingernails and toenails, provide manicures and pedicures, apply nail polish, and other related nail enhancements and nail art treatments. Some high school, technical training or experience is an asset. Salary $16/Hr. Email resume to: hayley@pinkiesnailstudio.com

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SALES

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

SPRING RELAX SPA 604-859-9686

This full time position is ideal for a results-focussed individual who is comfortable making cold calls and building relationships with members and future members utilizing a self-managed and consistent work plan. Creativity, strong interpersonal skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to communicate effectively in a variety of ways including social media are a must.

lavonne@ abbotsfordchamber.com

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LABOURERS SEASONAL FARM WORKERS NEEDED at

Bergen Farms to start February, 2015. 40 60 hrs/wk $10.33/hr. Work includes planting, weeding, pruning, harvesting fruit, and other farm work. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions & physically demanding.

Fax resumes to: 604-854-5631

Seasonal Greenhouse Labourers

Required for Canadian Valley Growers with locations in Aldergrove, Abbotsford and Maple Ridge. Job involves picking, planting and harvesting annuals. Heavy lifting and standing for long periods of time is required. Hours are 40+ over 6 days a week. Rate of pay is $10.33/hr. this job would be suitable for those looking for regular seasonal employment. Fax resumes to, 604-857-0666 or mail to, Box 1330, Aldergrove, BC V4W 2V1

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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

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

CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...

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PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

604-746-6777

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

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175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

RUBBISH REMOVAL

GUTTER CLEANING Call Ian 604-724-6373

Req. for Westcoast Moulding & Millwork, a building product supplier in Surrey. Previous sales experience in related field required. Existing established territory with solid customer base. Training provided to help achieve your full potential.

Excellent Remuneration Package & Full Benefits. Please e-mail resume: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com or fax: 604-513-1194

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Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

Kristy 604.488.9161

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL

MECHANIC Required Full-Time for Dan’s

Forklifts, Coquitlam. We are willing to train any qualified mechanic. OUR COMPANY OFFERS:

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

SERVER / DRIVER P/T. Jasmine Garden. Resumes in person at: #131813 S. Fraser Way. No ph calls

GARDENING

Landscaping, new lawns, rototilling, mowing, power raking, fences, ret. walls, hedging, pruning, maint. program.604-832-8304, 604-832-8305.

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Please e-mail resume: mark@dansforlifts.com

LOOKING FOR p/t server/bartender for past paced pub. Starting p/t with potential for f/t. Must be avail. days, eves, wknds & holidays. Please drop off in person resume w/refs to: Sneakers Sports Lounge, 2550 Yale Court, Abbotsford.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits.

134

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

2451 Clearbrook Rd Abbotsford

The Membership Development Representative will have a key role to implement and execute membership growth and retention programs working towards successful realization of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce strategic plan.

The Chamber offers a competitive compensation package with a base salary and benefits, augmented by a generous commission structure. Independent, high spirited individuals with a zest for success and satisfaction should submit their resume with a cover letter by December 3, 2014 to: LaVonne Bandsma, Office Manager, Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce #207 - 32900 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 5A1

WONDERING

141

PERSONAL SERVICES

MANICURIST, licensed

The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Membership Development Representative.

• Small vehicle required • Clean driving record • Early mornings

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

PLUMBERS

Journeyman & Apprentices (1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th)

Respected Mechanical Contractor req. Journeyman and Apprentice Plumbers for all aspects of Commercial Institutional Mechanical work (New Construction). Previous experience is an asset. Team Environment. Long Term Opportunities Avail. Competitive Wages, & Excellent Benefits. Fax: 604.576.4739 or E-mail: mike@dualmechanical.com

SITE SUPERVISOR. Min. 4 yrs exp. commercial construction with good communication & computer skills. Send resumes to info@previewbuilders.com

TILESETTER

LUXURIOUS FLOORING SERVICE a granite countertop fabrication & tile setting company loc’d at 36547 Carnarvon Court, Abbotsford, B.C., requires several F/T permanent Tilesetters. Job covers comprehensive tasks in the area of service preparation, build and install bolts, wires & brackets, mix & prepare material for tile installation, set and align tiles in positions, provide all finishing, and follow-up services. May also prepare cost estimates. 4 Years combination of experience & training, and some high school. Salary $25/hour. Email resume to: FLORIN24COSTEA@yahoo.com

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

AMAZING WAVE SPA Acupuncture & Acupressure. 113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby.

604-746-0099

The most reliable names in the Transportation Industry recruit using LocalWork.ca

HANDYPERSONS

Eagle Eye Handyman Services Selling your home? Need a clean up? Deck Fences Pressure Washing info. Call Dennis 778-899-1910 JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

300 182

LANDSCAPING

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

FUNK LANDSCAPING *Hedge Trimming *Yard Clean-up Call Dan Funk @ 604-751-0115

320

FAMILY MAN w/truck for yard & home clean-ups, odd jobs, scrap removal. Free est. 604-820-2383

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

MISSION TOPSOIL ) Screened Topsoil

) Mushroom Manure ) Bark Mulch ) Sand & Gravel

Pick Up or Delivery 8590 SYLVESTER RD. 604-820-0808

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

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SEPTIC TANKS

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

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

MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

604 - 720 - 2009

FRASER VALLEY SEPTIC TANK SERVICE

Fall Special - 20% OFF Office: 604-856-6177 Mobile: 778-549-5090

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

PETS 329 PAINTING & DECORATING 454 TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257

PERSONAL SERVICES

283A

COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273

DRYWALL

DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or large jobs. 604-859 -1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696

260

ELECTRICAL

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

TOM VAN KEULEN Painting & Decorating. Int ~ Ext / Residential 604-853-9429 ~ 778-982-2191 POLAR BEAR PAINTING Fall Special $299 ~ 3 rooms (walls only 2 coats) 604-866-6706 NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.344.1069

EQUESTRIAN

CEDAR HOGFUEL BLOW OUT SPECIAL Sawdust Available Augustine Soil & Mulch Ltd. Pitt Meadows, BC

604-465-5193

Ask about our

ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-866-7080 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

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FEED & HAY

REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

HAY: ROUND BALES 1st cut $50. 2nd cut $55. Last years bales $30. 604-856-2612 or 604-855-8083

477

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

PETS

CHAMPIONSHIP AKITA PUPS with papers. $1,800. Call 604-751-0191 Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $475. 1-604-794-5844 SHIBA INU puppies, 2 red female, 5 months old, all shots & dewormed. $1500 Call (604)869-8448

RENTALS 706

PETS OKAY 1 Bdrm. from $610 2 Bdrm. from $725

604.556.6465

APARTMENT/CONDO

ABBOTSFORD

Great View

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

RICK EDEN

SUNRIDGE APARTMENTS

Heat & Hot Water Included

Spacious Condos

D D D D

$660 2 bdrm. from $760

1 bdrm. from

Please Call Rick 604.319.9151

Outdoor Pool Parking / Extra Storage Renovated 1 Cat Allowed

1 BDRMS from $625/mo. 2 BDRMS from $725/mo. 1909 SALTON RD. Abbotsford

604-853-6620

Forest Village Apartments ABBOTSFORD

MEADOWOOD

Apartment & Townhouse Complex

Phone 604-852-4696 or Email

meadowood@ pacificquorum.com

Selling Your Home?

Apartments

Call

RICK EDEN 604.854.4888 FREE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 542

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

Property Evaluation 25 Year Gold Master Medallion Recipient

Landmark/Rick Eden Agencies

RENTALS 706 The Valley’s Premier Farm Market Family owned & operated since 1975 For all your produce needs come see us at the farm. Open Monday ~ Saturday 8 am ~ 6 pm (Closed Sundays) 5486 Riverside Street Corner of Harris & Riverside Matsqui Village

548

FURNITURE

DINING ROOM SUITE. Sklar Peppler. Exc. cond. No scratches. Table 2 leafs, 8 chairs, $300 hot pads that cover table, large china cabinet, tray for silverware. Was $6000. new $1600. firm. Irene 604-897-1462.

551

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE Saturday Nov 15th, 8-4. Antiques collectibles, and misc. incl. 20’x48’ greenhouse. 10033 Farms Road, Mission. 826-8341

560

MISC. FOR SALE

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

Suites TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS

Choose Standard, Upgraded or Renovated Suites! Choose Abbotsford or Mission locations! Choose Bachelor, 1 or 2 Bedrooms suites

Limited supply so act fast! CALL KIM

IRENE APARTMENTS

Large units. Large Patios, Walk to Sprott Shaw College. Easy Highway Access. Storage Lockers & Parking Available!

Abbotsford Central

PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS! FOR LEASING & INFO.

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Apartments

1 bdrm. from $660 2 bdrm. from $760

Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.

Please Call Ray

Phone 604-556-7705

Clean , Quiet & Spacious Suites. Across the street from Superstore & Seven Oaks Shopping Mall.

1.604.768.5361

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Call Pamela 604-751-2934 or E-mail: abbotleasing1@mainst.biz

FRASER RIDGE Condo Living at Apartment Prices! www.eryxproperties.com *PENTHOUSE: reno’d 2bd, 2 bath, s.s. appls, bonus room $1250

*1 Bdrm from $695. *2 Bdrm $865. *3Bdrm $1150. Concrete Building. Great Views of Mt. Baker Extra Large and Bright Heat and Hot Water Incl Sprinklered. Large patios, 2 Elevators. Lockers. Gated Pkng. Super Clean. N/P.

Call Dave @ 604-859-0482 33555 South Fraser Way Crime Free Multi-Housing Certified

CEDARWOOD MANOR

ABBOTSFORD. 1 bdrm. small quiet bldg. Nr malls. 1 sm pet. $750. utils incl. Now/Nov. 1st. 778-779-1951

ABBOTSFORD 33554 Switzer Ave. 1 bdrm. $625. 2 bdrm $725. MISSION: 33359 2nd Ave. 1 bdrm $625. Call Steve 604-751-3885

Central Clearbrook Seniors Discount

ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo. No Pets Hot water included. Quiet, parklike setting.

604-853-0333

Crime Free Living HURON COURT

MISSION. 2 bdrm. 7696 Grand St. Renovated. No restrictions. Corner bottom. Onsite manager. Available now. $800/mo. 604-287-6787 or 778-552-1808

Rent incl’s; Heat, H/wtr, U/G Pkg Quiet, Well Maint. Build. No Pets.

MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $660 & 2 bdrm starting $840. 1.5 ba, ht/hw & prkg incl. Games rm Criminal Record check may be req. 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.

6 1 Bdrm. 6

New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $79,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

Inquire About Current Rental Incentives...

Mission

REAL ESTATE 627

11 LOCATIONS

THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

Mountain Ridge

604-850-2467 Baywest Mgmt Corp

Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

ABBOTSFORD - Attractive office &/or Retail Spaces Available. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Ph Frank@ Noort Investments 604-835-6300.

1.800.910.6402

845

COMMERCIAL SPACE for Lease: 1556 sf. #106 - 33643 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford. 604-850-7731.

EVERCLEAR METAL RECYCLING

MISSION AREA. 800 SF SHOP. Available now. $450 + gst + hydro + gas. Security check and ref’s. No living quarters. 604-820-0808 RETAIL / OFFICE space for lease, 1800 sq.ft. 2485 West Railway, Abbotsford. 604-850-7731

736

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

LTD.

CASH FOR SCRAP

Cars • Trucks • Farm Equip., etc.

604.814.4186 everclearrecycling.com

The Scrapper

HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD, 4 bdrm 3 storey executive house on farm $1900/mo. Avail now. 604-850-7609

851

HOMES, CONDOS & TOWNHOUSES

* * * *

Friendly Management 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented

604-820-0128 OAKMONT MANOR

FOR RENT

From 1 bed to 4 plus beds, 1 bath to multiple baths located east, central and west Abbotsford. View all rentals on craigslist (fraservalley)

Century 21 Ace Agencies Ltd. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

604-853-2718

746

ROOMS FOR RENT SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

ABBOTSFORD *CLEAN ROOMS* Bsmt rooms $425. Main floor rooms $450 incl utils & lndry 604-854-1000

747

RV PADS RV Sites $345/mo.

Sewer, water, hot showers incl. Electricity, metered. Heated washrooms, ldry, 20-25 min E. of Mission Hwy #7. Walking distance to local general store, near post office, gas LCB outlets etc. 604-826-2741.

749

STORAGE

LOCKABLE STORAGE / WORKSHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in. Small sizes available. 6 am - 10 pm access. Chase Monday - Friday. 8 am - 5 pm. 604-826-2383

750

SUITES, LOWER

ABBOTSFORD, 1 bedroom basement suite, fireplace, laundry, spacious & fully renovated. Call 604852-2125 ABBOTSFORD. Brand new 2 bdrm. Central location. F/s, w/d, large yard. Sep entry. Soaker tub. N/S, pet negot. $1000/mo. incl. hydro & gas. Dec. 1st. 604-864-0573 ABBOTSFORD E. Brand new 2 bdrm. Ns/np. Very clean. Avail Nov. 15. 604-852-3910; 604-614-3302 ABBOTSFORD, Townline area, 2 bdrm bsmt. NP/NS. Nr school. Avail now. 604-556-0273; 604-807-7524 MISSION. 2 bdrm suite. Eaglestone Ave. Sep. entry. Ns/np. 604-8261764; 604-217-3179; 604-615-6510 MISSION 2 bdrm suite. Nice, clean. $700/mo incl. util. NS/NP. Avail. now. 604-826-9428; 604-832-9428 MISSION, Egglestone Ave. Large 2 bdrm suite in new house, avail now. Incl internet. N/P. N/S. No laundry. 604-832-8111 or 604-832- 2524

Member - Crime Free Program

751 2 Bdrm. 2 bath. $780/mo. Close to schools & shopping Bus stop out front. Free covered parking. Sorry NO DOGS or CATS allowed. 33370 George Ferguson Way

604-855-0883

TRUCKS & VANS

2002 PONTIAC MONTANA. New tires, brakes, recent tune up, reg oil changes ($3000 in recent work). Runs well $2800 obo 778-552-3378

www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc

• Bachelor • 1 Bdrm. • 2 Bdrm.

NEW LOWER RENTS SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Conveniently located at

Mountainview - Bakerview

LET’S MAKE A DEAL

Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division

3046 Clearbrook Road

778.982.2590

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

604-826-2538

) Senior Discount ) Resident Managers ) Sorry No Pets

ABBOTSFORD RENOVATED SUITES

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

33366 2nd Ave. Mission

Townhouses

Please call Annette

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

1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

1 bdrm from $625 2 bdrm. from $745

778-344-2787 www.npreit.com

1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

AUTO FINANCING

MISSION

SENIORS DISCOUNTS

ABBOTSFORD

810

TRANSPORTATION

HABITAT APARTMENTS

Newly painted , some with new or near new flooring. Quiet, well managed, on site Manager. Undercover parking. Coin Laundry. Near library and downtown. NO Pets.

Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail.

32815 George Ferguson Way

· Across the street from Superstore & Seven Oaks Shopping Mall · 24/7 On-site staff

706

Available Now!

Call 604-852-7350 Vacant Manufactured Home Pad in 55+ Mission retirement park, for new SRI single wide. From $69,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

RENTALS

1 Bedroom suite $635 2 Bedroom suite $750

24/7 On-Site Staff

Call Kel for Details

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

APARTMENT/CONDO

Clean, Quiet & Spacious. 3 minute walk to Seven Oaks Mall.

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

706

BLUERIDGE APARTMENTS

#1 PET SOURCE

• Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 34633 Vye Rd. Abbotsford B.C. (just past Costco) 604-556-7477 www.buckerfields.org

RENTALS

SUITES, UPPER

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. Close to bus, rec center, schools, Discovery Trail. Incl. ldry. Clean quiet neighborhood. Ref’s req’d. Avail. Dec 1st. $1700/mo. jwperchie@hotmail.com

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TOWNHOUSES

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NOTICE OF DISPOSITION TO: Shirley Hamer, formerly of Ruskin Place, 116 - 9950 Wilson Street, Mission BC V4S 1B3 AND RE: Property owned by the late Stephen Hamer, of Ruskin Place, 116 - 9950 Wilson Street BC V4S 1B3 Take notice that pursuant to section 37(3) of the Regulation to the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Act, the landlord of the Manufactured Home Park at 9950 Wilson Street intends to dispose of a 1971 Moduline Lamplighter mobile home and its contents (“the Property”), located in the Ruskin Place mobile home park 30 days after the publication date of this notice, unless: - You take legal possession of the Property, - You establish a legal right to possession of the Property, or - You make an application to the Supreme Court to establish such a right. After the expiration of the 30 day period, the Property will be disposed of with no further notice to you. Landlord: Nordon Apartments Ltd. 17 - 9960 Wilson Street Mission, BC V4S 1B3 tel: 604-325-0395

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