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Council calls for a second look at ALC application The Progress It was an application to make changes to agricultural properties in Chilliwack that was supposed to be sent to the Agricultural Land Commission with support by Chilliwack council Tuesday. Instead city council referred it back to staff for another look. Councillor Sam Waddington raised the matter, and brought forth the motion to refer it back to staff, which later passed by council. He acknowledged later that it

was a bit of a “hot-button” issue, but said it was ultimately geared to protecting agricultural land, and the pros outweighed the cons. Referring it back means that city staff can broach the matter with the applicant, with the idea of drafting a voluntary covenant to address the issue of setbacks and site placement of residences on ag land. “I’m in favour of the southern portion and alternate use, but I have a concern about the northern portion,” Coun. Waddington said during the council meeting. The application for “non-farm

use” and “boundary adjustment” in the Agricultural Land Reserve, is for properties at 44675 and 44705 Watson Road, which includes expanding the Vedder View Gardens Cemetery. With an agricultural property there can only be one residence sited on it, but where it gets sited on the land is an issue for some municipalities. Viable farm land can effectively be wasted by property owners building sprawling estate homes with massive setbacks. Mayor Sharon Gaetz stated during the council meeting that the

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first municipalities in the province to draft legislation around those concerns, he said. The topic came up this week during the ALC application discussion because there are “holes” in the regulations in key areas, around site placement, which need to be addressed, Coun. Waddington said. Although this was just one ALC application, the topic is an ongoing one for council. “I think this is a matter that will continue to come up,” said Waddington. jfeinberg@theprogress.com twitter.com/chwkjourno

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Agricultural Advisory Committee has also expressed concerns about the matter of setbacks on ag land. “So this is certainly well worth a discussion,” Gaetz said. There is perhaps a broader question to be answered about ensuring the maximum use of farm land, Waddington said after the meeting. Sometimes with the larger estate homes, with long driveways, “it can eat up” acres of farmland, which wastes it, if there are no maximum setbacks from the road or building envelope limits. Chilliwack council may want to take the “progressive” step eventually and be one of the

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Rent controls here to stay, province says No change to formula capping rent hikes Jeff Nagel Black Press The provincial government will not change B.C.’s system of limiting rent increases, reeling in a trial balloon floated by Housing Minister Rich Coleman that the current controls might be relaxed.

Coleman’s ministry announced Wednesday the maximum annual rent increase for 2015 will be 2.5 per cent, following the usual formula of two per cent plus inflation. Ministry spokesperson Sandra Steilo said no further review of the rent control policy is now planned. “It’s been looked at and we’re going to keep the current formula as it is,” she said. Coleman had suggested in

early December that higher annual increases might be considered because property taxes and utility bills often rise faster than landlords are permitted to raise the rent. Landlord B.C., an association of rental housing owners and managers, had been lobbying for reform. “We’ve proposed the outright phasing out of rent controls,” said David Hutniak, CEO of Landlord B.C. “It’s a deterrent to devel-

opers investing in purpose-built rental buildings. We haven’t seen anything of consequence built in 20-plus years.” He said allowing rents to rise faster would correct the current imbalance between supply and demand that has caused a near-zero vacancy rate in Metro Vancouver. NDP housing critic David Eby had argued against any change, saying renters need the predict-

able rent increases in order to budget and eroding the current controls would result in housing insecurity and unaffordable cost increases for thousands of residents. Landlords are still able to raise rent between tenants or after renovations, and can apply to the Residential Tenancy Branch for higher rent increases if they face extraordinary expenses.

Suspected drug lab closes street Chilliwack RCMP shut down the area around Fourth Avenue and Williams Street for more than 24 hours this week as they investigated a suspicious substance found inside a travel trailer. Police called in specialized clandestine drug lab investigators to help identify the liquid. RCMP also want to talk to the trailer’s owner. The incident began just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday. A property owner had been moving the trailer on the property when he noticed a door was open. Inside the travel trailer was an unknown

liquid that caused him to become nauseous when he tried to close the door. The property owner was treated at the scene for exposure to the substance by BC Ambulance personnel. Chilliwack Fire Department was also at the scene on stand-by for the safety of the general public as well as emergency personnel. Police said they are actively looking to identify the rightful owner of the travel trailer and are also investigating to determine what the unknown substance in liquid form found inside this trailer may be.

Chilliwack RCMP called in members of the clandestine drug lab team after a ‘suspicious substance’ was found in a trailer on a property at Fourth Avenue and Williams Street. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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Holiday transit plans BC Transit will be running its holiday schedule in Chilliwack and Agassiz between Dec. 24 and Jan. 2, with some changes that riders need to be aware of. In Chilliwack, regular service will end at 7 p.m. on Dec. 24. Sunday service will be in effect on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1. Regular service will be provided from Dec. 27 to 31. In Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs (Route 11), there will be regular service on Dec. 24 and from Dec. 27 to 31. There will be no service on Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1. Regular service for both systems resumes on Jan. 2. For more information and up to date announcements, call 604-7953838 or visit www.bctransit.com/ regions/chw or www.bctransit.com/ regions/agh.

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An environmental consulting firm was working on a small plot of the downtown Community Gardens this week, but they weren’t digging for winter vegetables. Hemerra has been hired to do some follow-up remediation of the city-owned property, which used to house the Paramount Theatre and the Ewert building. Workers spent several days on site, moving aside some of the community garden plots to prepare an area for testing. Jamie Leggatt, communications manager for the City of Chilliwack, said the remediation began when the Ewert building first was removed.

“A dry cleaner existed on that site years ago,” she said. The work this week was just a follow on the initial remediation. “They’re putting down some plastic and doing some testing,” she said. Only a small portion of the gardens were affected by the work, at the western end of the gardens closest to Dragon’s Dynasty Restaurant. The plots that were removed earlier this week were being moved back into place on Thursday. Leggatt said the city has been in touch with Ruth and Naomi’s, who manage the gardens. Other than a few bushes and trees, there are currently no vegetable or fruit crops in the gardens. jpeters@theprogress.com

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Chow. But not managing expectations and exceeding a budget can bring dire consequences. “Credit can be a short-term fix,” said Chow. “But like most things in life, it will only get worse.” Chow said most people with debt problems will do anything they can to avoid a meeting with him, including accumulating even more debt. “We’re like the undertakers of the economy,” said Chow. “Nobody wants to see an undertaker.” To avoid that fate, Chow has

several simple suggestions: • Resist online shopping. It’s too easy and makes the consequences of that spending seem too remote. • Track income and expenses. Spend only cash you have on hand. Debt is like spending your future. • Make a budget for holiday spending, and stick to it. Chow said a good way to start is by examining “needs and wants.” • Be open and frank about money. “The money discussion should not be taboo at any time of year,” said Chow.

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This is not a good time to be looking for a parking spot at the mall. The final week before Christmas can be a harried, stressful time for shoppers seeking that perfect gift to place under the tree. For many, it can also be too much for their bank accounts to bear. According to the Bank of Montreal, 11 per cent of Canadians expect to go into debt to pay for their holiday spending. A survey last year by the Investors Group said almost one in four Canadians felt helpless trying to control their spending during the holiday season, and 68 per cent of those over spenders admitted their lack of fiscal discipline over Christmas reflects how they handle their money the rest of the year. Of course retailers, banks and credit card companies are only too quick to exploit the pleasure we get from shopping. Stores trumpet deals for no money down, no payments for 12 months, then bury the costs of such transactions, or the interest rate if the balance isn’t fully paid, in minuscule fine print. Banks extend lines of credit, float loans against home equity. Credit card companies expect only minimal monthly payments to maintain your standing. Some even send blank cheques, urging recipients to use them “like cash.” All to keep us spending. We’re only too happy to oblige. BMO says we’ll spend $1,517 this holiday season. Sadly, too many can’t afford to spend that much; 31 per cent of Canadians surveyed by Investors Group said they’re concerned by their excessive spending. Another 18 per cent said their holiday season is ruined by their worries over how to pay for their indulgences. When it comes to holiday shopping, it’s often a case of shortterm pleasure followed by long-term pain. ~ Black Press

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Steps (and missteps) away from fossil fuel dependency The Nazca Lines are a series of long parallel lines and ancient geoglyphs in the Nazca Desert in southern Peru. The parallel lines extend for kilometres (the longest being 12 km) and the drawings depict about 70 different animals such as birds, fish, llamas, spiders, jaguars, whales, and primates. They are so huge that they can only be properly seen from the air. Scientists believe these mysterious and stylized drawings were created by the Nazca culture between 400 and 650 AD and they are one of the world’s most enigmatic archaeological mysteries. In 1994 they were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They are the cornerstone of Peru’s culture. So whatever possessed some Greenpeace activists to deface the sacred ground with a propaganda banner on renewable energy?

The message was spelled out in gaudy yellow plastic letters next to the iconic hummingbird. It was an attention-getter during the recent two-week climate conference in Lima. Peruvians were outraged that these activists made an unauthorized intrusion onto their protected site. Stunts like this Margaret – some might call it eco-terrorism EVANS - did nothing for their cause, nothing for their credibility, and nothing to help the challenging talks that were mired down in debate and went into overtime last weekend. From climate conference track records in past years, it has already proved frustratingly difficult for all the participating

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countries to agree on a way forward and cooperatively tackle the carbon issue. The climate talks ended up being less than stellar but the two weeks of wrangling did at least finally get all 194 countries on board to agree to submit national plans by March 31, 2015, on how they intend to slow greenhouse gas emissions in readiness for a major climate summit in Paris later next year. Just before the Lima summit, the U.S. and China announced a climate action agreement to reduce emissions. That was hugely significant given they are the world’s two largest emitters. And Canada’s not far behind in 9th place according to data collected for the United Nations by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Carbon Dioxide Information Analysis Center. According to a recent Environics Institute poll, Canadians want to see more

action. The survey of 2,020 people showed that 50 per cent of respondents are “extremely” or “definitely” concerned about the changing climate and 78 per cent are really concerned about the kind of legacy it leaves for future generations if we do nothing. An increasing majority (63 per cent) accept the scientific evidence that global warming is happening and that it is driven by human activity. And they are clearly concerned about the consequences of extreme weather, ecosystem disruptions, rising oceans, and what all that may mean for their children and grandchildren. Generally, the public first looks to government to take action and nine in 10 Canadians want to see more commitment from Canada to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The B.C. carbon tax maintains traction and, according to the poll, public support has

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Where the virus actually comes from is still undetermined at this time. If the wild birds (especially waterfowl) are suspects in harbouring these avian flu viruses I have the following questions pertaining to this train of thought. 1. If only a dozen backyard coops were affected in 2004, however, 42 Fraser Valley farms became infected, my premise is that this

I’m writing this letter the morning after attending another amazing live show at the Acoustic Emporium. First, I would like to thank the local papers for doing their part by spreading the word about the Emporium. Everyone that is behind this project does it for the love of music. As citizens of Chilliwack, we are very fortunate to have this venue. The only other place providing this type of entertainment outside of Vancouver is the Streaming Cafe in Kelowna. In conversations I have had with people about the Emporium, there appears to be an uncertainty about the type of music being played. If you enjoy listening to Monsters and Men, Mumford and

Sons and the Lumineers, then you will like the music being played at the Emporium. These talented bands made up of young singer songwriters are at the point in their lives where music is everything, and it shows in their performances. For example, the next band scheduled to play January 16, 2015 is Lauren Mann and the Fairly Odd Folk, who were the winners of a competition this year put on by CBC Radio, in which over 2000 bands entered. I encourage all to go online at www.acousticemporium.com and check out the line up for the New Year and come out to the next show; you won’t be disappointed. Paul Elsey

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world. For Christmas I ask for nothing more than to see my fellow Chilliwackians reach into their pockets for the change left over from buying all their electronic “luxuries.” Donate a dollar when you deliver your hot chocolate and see how good such a simple act makes you feel! My sincerest good wishes for Christmas to everyone in Chilliwack. May you all be blessed with good health and happiness.

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is showing us that quite possibly the problem may stem from the farms as opposed to the backyard coops. How do the poultry farms get contaminated from viruses from wild birds and waterfowl? These birds are in barns not like the backyard coops which have birds out in the open usually. 2. How does one explain that the avian flu viruses were restricted

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Vedder Road work needs design work first Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The last time City of Chilliwack undertook an engineering design for part of Vedder Road it was 1994.

Promontory. Three firms were shortlisted to submit design proposals: McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd., Parsons Corporation, and ISL Engineering & Land Services Ltd.

It’s time for a new plan. Council approved a shortlist of engineering contractors Tuesday to come up with a preliminar y design for improvements to the section of Vedder Road from Chilliwack Lake Road to

The engineering design will give city officials “the tools necessary to effectively plan and budget” future road upgrading, according to the staff report. The road work eyed for this growing section of town is

aimed at enhanced safety and traffic flow as well as improvements for both pedestrians and cyclists. jfeinberg@theprogress.com twitter.com/chwkjourno

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Site C dam construction to start next summer By Tom Fletcher

was developed in 2010, but the overall price tag has risen. Delaying the project six months from its original start date adds inflation and interest costs, and calculating the effect of the provincial sales tax replacing the HST brings the total to $8.34 billion. The province is establishing a “project reserve” of $440 million to bring the total estimated cost to $8.77 billion. The project reserve is in case of unforeseen events such as a rise interest rates during the eight-year construction period.

Black Press The B.C. government has given the go-ahead for BC Hydro to start construction on a third dam on the Peace River, with a delay of six months to try to work out settlements with area aboriginal communities and landowners whose properties will be flooded or cut off. Energy Minister Bill Bennett said Tuesday a review of construction costs upheld the $7.9 billion estimate for the Site C dam that

BC Hydro CEO Jessica McDonald said the six-month delay provides time to work out compensation agreements with Treaty 8 First Nations who have declined settlement offers. The federal-provincial environmental review panel gave the go-ahead for the project in May, but noted its unavoidable impacts on aboriginal hunting, fishing and trapping rights that are assured by the 1899 treaty. A group of Peace valley landowners has already started legal

action against the project, having refused offers from BC Hydro to buy their land. Aboriginal groups in Alberta, downstream of the project, have also started court action against it. NDP leader John Horgan called the decision “a $9 billion gamble” and repeated his call for a review by the B.C. Utilities Commission to see if the additional power is going to be needed by the time the dam is operating in 2025. The BCUC will determine BC Hydro rates in the years ahead,

and how much they will go up to pay for the most expensive public construction project in B.C. history. The government plans to mitigate BC Hydro rate impact by reducing the dividend the government takes from the power company’s operations each year. Bennett said a review of alternative clean energy sources, including wind, solar and geothermal power, showed they can’t compete on price because they are intermittent sources that would require backup power.

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Chilliwack caregivers learn vital skills for living with dementia Free workshops coming to Chilliwack in the new year Three out of every four Canadians know someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. That’s why the nonprofit Alzheimer Society of B.C. is bringing a pair of free workshops to Chilliwack in the New Year to offer education and support for the many local families touched by dementia. Getting to Know Dementia, an introductory session, runs on January 7 from 3 to 5 p.m. “Participants will receive basic information on dementia and the impact it has on individuals, their caregivers and their support networks,” explains Jude Weir, the Society’s Support & Education Coordinator for Chilliwack/Hope. The session reviews the challenges of receiving a diagnosis of dementia. Participants will learn about the different types of support available throughout the dementia journey, how to begin planning for the future and strategies for living well. This session is intended for people experiencing early symptoms of dementia, as well as family members or friends who are currently supporting a person with a recent dementia diagnosis. Area residents can also sign up for Heads Up: An Introduction to Brain Health, on January 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. It offers strategies for actively protecting and maintaining the brain. Participants will learn how to set goals for improving the health of their mind, body and spirit. “Healthy aging is important for everyone, and it is essential not to forget your brain health as well,” says Weir. Anyone interested in brain health is welcome to attend. Both workshops take place at Evergreen Hall’s Slesse Room, 9291 Corbould Street. Pre-registration is required. For more information contact Jude Weir at 604-7024603 or jweir@alzheimerbc.org.

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Slow down and move over veyors, garbage collectors and animal control workers – reducing the risk of those workers them being hit by passing vehicles.

Motorists in B.C. will be required to slow down and switch lanes to give more room to any vehicle they encounter with flashing red, blue or yellow lights under a regulation change taking effect Jan. 1. The Slow Down Move Over rule previously only applied to “official vehicles” like emergency responders, tow trucks, park rangers and conservation officers. The simplified rule will also apply to all other vehicles with those flashing lights – including those operated by highway maintenance workers, sur-

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They lunged and jumped and did push-ups on toes or on knees, And smiled while they powered through sets of Burpees. How could they be smiling? Surely exercise is not fun! Anytime on the treadmill I’d be wishing I were done. I put on my housecoat and ventured out in the near dark, To talk to the happy people

working out in the park. One came right up to me and welcomed me in, “Come work out beside me” she said with a grin. What’s the secret? I asked “To your success?” I’ve tried many times to get fit but have made no progress. I’m busy with work and a family I adore, No time for myself, only the others I care for. “ “Everyone is busy” she said, “but who’s keeping score? I work full time and have a family of four. My health is important to my loved ones and me, It gives me energy and spirit, try it you’ll see! “ I’m more patient with my family, and energetic in my day, I’m happier and stronger; I wouldn’t have it any other way. I workout with coaches and friends, the key is support, For long-term success in sticking with this great fitness ‘sport’. We enjoy workouts and life, no need for perfection We just always aim to move forward in the right direction.

There is not quick fix, just one step at a time, Taking time for your health is certainly no crime. Back to my house, I had a spring in my step, I put the chips away, and veggies I did prep. I could do a bit more walking and less in the car, After all the office was not very far. I could call up a friend to run around the block, And on the phone at work I could walk while I talk. More veggies and fruit, and less processed snacks, More healthy fats like nuts, and I’d even try flax. More energy with my kids would be fantastic for all, And quality time with my wife, not just a text or a call. This year for Christmas, I decided with glee The best gift for all would be to take care of me. Happy Holidays, Chilliwack! Tanja Shaw is the owner of Ascend Fitness Inc., a private training studio. Tanja and her team of expert fitness professionals work to inspire and educate Chilliwack residents to make positive and power changes in their lives through physical fitness and sound nutrition. For more fitness tips go to www.ascendfitnesscoaching.com.

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Marie Lashley (blonde hair) helps residents of Lynnwood Retirement Residence load her vehicle full of food and toys for the Salvation Army on Tuesday. The residents sponsored two single-child families through the Sally Ann’s Adopt-A-Family program — one family has a 10-year-old girl, the other a four-year-old boy. In addition to several boxes of non-perishable food, the residents raised more than $750 to purchase gifts and gift cards for the two families. The Adopt-A-Family program allows local businesses, churches, groups and families to buy items for specific families in need, including toys, food and turkey vouchers. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Channeling some of Chilliwack’s Christmas cheer Jessica Peters The Progress While mild temperatures and green lawns may be dampening your Christmas spirit this week, there are plenty of ways to boost up the holiday cheer meter around town. The event calendar at Minter Country Gardens is stuffed full of holiday-themed activities for all ages. Depending on the day you visit, you could visit with the Grinch, Santa, or Mrs. Claus. Minters has set up a cozy photo shoot area complete with

Christmas tree and fireplace, which is open during store hours now until Christmas Eve. While you’re there, check out the inspiring evening indoor light display, go on a candy cane scavenger’s hunt, ride the indoor Christmas train ($4 for those ages four and up), catch a holiday classic movie, or enjoy live musical entertainment. Check www.mintergardens.com for full details and costs. The Christmas season is also in full swing up at Cultus Lake. The Cultus Lake Christmas is a free event for families to

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According to research, fresh flowers lift everyone’s spirits and are the gift that makes people the happiest, especially so during these cool, dark days. Fresh flowers add so much colour to the festive season, and they do not have to cost a great deal. Garden centres, florists and some larger stores all have super selections at this time of year. Although Brian prices will vary, MINTER always buy quality and look for both fragrance and varieties that last. With proper care, their lifespan can be almost doubled. Cleanliness is the single most important factor in making fresh flowers last. Dirty vases are no place for fresh flowers. Not only should they be clean, but a few drops of bleach should also be added to the water to kill any bacteria that can reduce the capillary action of water flowing up the stems. The water should be warm, and the addition of a packet of floral preservative will greatly extend the lifespan of your cut flowers. Curiously, Sprite soft drink is one of the best floral preservatives. It is always a good idea to

Spring flowers are now here and ready to bring a breath of fresh colour to brighten our winter spirits. Tulips, pussy willows and iris push aside those winter blues. Some of the most fragrant flowers are Oriental lilies, Polianthes tuberosa and freesias. Just a few stems are sometimes enough to fill your whole room with a delightful perfume. To accompany these flowers, I suggest you use some traditional Christmas greens. Noble and silver fir boughs are very dark green, fragrant and classy looking. They are also flat and easy to work with. The soft, wispy branches of white pine are certainly another favourite, both for perfume and longevity. A little trick florists use to spice up the greens even further is a light dusting of gold or silver glitter spray. This alcohol based product can even be used on fresh flowers for some added festive bling. Traditional holly is always nice at this time of year, but I suggest you try a twig or two of the deciduous holly, Ilex verticulata. Its very vibrant red berries last well indoors, and do they ever give your holiday bouquets that special festive pop! Merry Christmas!

re-cut the stems on all fresh flowers the moment you receive them, but it is very important for you to make that cut while the end of the stem is held underwater. Special machines are available to florists for doing just that. Another re-cut should be done in about a week to keep that water flowing. Research has also proven that exposure to constant, rather than fluctuating temperatures, increases the lifespan of flowers. In other words, keep them at a reasonably cool room temperature rather than in a hot sunroom by day and in the cold at night. With so many great local growers in our region, the selection of fresh cut flowers is truly amazing. Fresh cinnamonscented carnations and longlasting chrysanthemums are very traditional, but I would suggest trying a few different flowers that have great keeping qualities as well. Locally grown anthuriums are unique and look stunning when combined with Christmas greens and berries. They are also very reasonably priced, as are cymbidium orchid stems, another long-lasting flower. Colourful, exotic alstromerias fit in nicely with any bouquet and will go the distance even with mums. If you are really tropical minded, South African proteas last and last.

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When the original Nissan Murano was introduced in 2002, it was one of a number of car-based crossover vehicles that helped build the mid-size family SUV category. What that original model had was a unique take on design that made it stand out from the crowd. Here we are in 2015 and Nissan wants to recapture some of that original sizzle with this third generation Murano. With a bold, eye-popping design that looks like nothing on the road, this latest model has a sharper price, an upscale interior and refined ride that Nissan believes will appeal to the baby boomers this vehicle is targeted at. After spending a very full day driving around California’s Napa valley, I believe that this new product has an even larger possible market than just baby boomers. Looks: Since the 2015 Nissan Murano is just about to hit dealership floors, the Napa region was the first in North America to get to see it. By the reaction from other drivers on the road, this mid-sized people mover gets a lot of attention. The bold front design now incorporates the headlamp treatment that will start to migrate across its other vehicles, like the new Maxima coming soon. The wedge shaped look is referred to as a boomerang and it is mimicked in the rear lights as well. Both the front and rear have LED accents and the main headlamps are LED on the top trim levels. The other design highlight is the roof, that looks like it is floating thanks to a blacked out rear windows and roof pillars. This design also features curvaceous rear hips, making the design modern and stylish. Now sold as front wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and priced from $29,998, the Murano is an option for many potential buyers. It is too bad that only the top Platinum model comes with 20-inch wheels, all the other trim levels are fitted with 18-inch wheels. Inside: The interior is a reason that many people will consider this product, not just affluent baby boomers. The design is simple but looks upmarket; the Murano might be an alternative to buying a

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Lexus RX350, for less money, or a young family wanting something more upscale than a compact SUV, for not much more money. The dash and surrounding materials all looks first rate. The trim

that looks like wood isn’t, rather a plastic that mimics wood but some might think it feels cheap but it certainly looks good. The base $29,998 (FWD) S-Trim isn’t base at all thanks to heated front seats,

Bluetooth, navigation, backup camera and satellite radio. The next model up is the $32,998 (FWD) SV and it adds a power driver’s seat, huge moon roof, a power lift gate and heated steering wheel. There is also

the $38,398 (AWD) SL that includes leather seats, Bose stereo and more or the top $43,498 (AWD) platinum that amps up the goodies to include heated rear seats, cooled front seats, 20-inch

wheels and a host of safety features. Drive: The 260hp 3.5L V6 engine is a carry over from the last model but the body of the new Murano is 66kg lighter. This and a modified continu-

ously variable transmission (CVT) helps to improve fuel economy to 11.2L/100km in the city and 8.3L/100km on the highway, using the new, continued on page 26

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stricter fuel ratings for 2015. The tuning of the Murano is very relaxed, almost luxury-like. The steering is very easy to operate; some might find it too light. The pace at which the CVT works is very subdued, meaning the car wants to be in the low RPM range to help extract the best economy but when pushed it can take a while to wake the car up. To get around this there are now set shift points in the CVT that can be accessed through the transmission’s manual mode. It would be better to have a sport setting for the CVT but it isn’t offered. Verdict: Overall the packaging of the 2015 Murano is very good. The interior has plenty of room for the front and rear passengers and the seats are comfortable. The cargo area is very big and the square shape of the hatch makes loading easier. This product should be attractive to buyers of compact SUVs that want more room and V6 power for just slightly more. Shoppers of premium brands who want a refined ride and interior for less money should consider the higher trim levels. This new Murano will certainly get attention for its exterior styling, but dig deeper there is more to this product than just an attractive look, there is value and comfort that is available to a wide range of potential buyers. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Canadian Liquidation comes to the aid of Cultus Lake School Local retailer Canadian Liquidation has responded to a need and made a generous donation of a large stainless steel fridge and a double oven to the Cultus Lake Community School to help support their hot lunch program. “Over the summer the Community School fridge stopped working and their stove was getting close to the end of its useful life,” said Cultus Lake Community School Principal Wade Gemmell. “We rely on this equipment in our PAC kitchen to help support our lunch programs, special events as well as various community events.” Cultus Lake Community School PAC president Jocelyn Pickering explains the programs in more detail. “Our public school uses the kitchen for our breakfast and lunch program. This program feeds children who do not get or forget breakfast and lunch. We also have a hot lunch every Friday and this is a fundraiser for classrooms and PAC to help pay for extra things not in the budget. Our kitchen feeds on average 120 for hot lunch.” Despite actively fund raising the Parent Advisory Council was still significantly short the dollars required to purchase replacements. On behalf of the PAC, small business advocate Live! Chilliwack made the request and Canadian Liquidation responded immediately with a replacement stove with a double oven and a giant stainless steel fridge that fit the budget of the school and got the lunch program back in full production. “Donating is always a good feeling but donating within your own community feels even better. You get to see what your contribution has done first hand.” says Shazia Shahid, owner of Canadian Liquidation.

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Grizzly stars make Team BC Four players from the GW Graham varsity football team have made Team BC’s U-18 roster. The U-18 team consists of top high school prospects who have attracted attention from universities across Canada and in the United States. GW Graham’s Diego Pineda made the grade at defensive end, despite already committing to the CIS Guelph Gryphons. Grizzly running back Brett Westad had a spectacular season and is talking to several schools. The same can be said of wideout Treyvon Walsh. Pineda, Westad and Walsh are all in Grade 12. The final player is Grade 11 defensive back Emerson Smith, who joins his teammates Dec. 28 in the fourth annual Tanoa Bowl Classic in Auburn, Washington. See playfootball.bc.ca for more.

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Elite swimmers shine in Beaverton

Chilliwack’s Spartan Swim Club sent four top swimmers to Beaverton,

OR, Dec. 12-14 for an 18 and under invitational swim meet. This meet hosted top athletes from the United States, Canada and Germany. Sixteen year old Spartan Jessie Gibson shone in her division, winning the 100 metre butterfly while posting the fourth fastest time among Canadian girls. Gibson followed that with a second place finish in the 200m butterfly. Her time was four sec-

onds quicker than the fastest time posted by any 16 year old Canadian girl this season. Gibson placed sixth in the 200m freestyle and eighth in the 200m backstroke. On the boys side, Carson Olafson picked up silver medals in the 200 and 400m freestyles. In both races, Olafson’s times were faster than any posted by a 17 year old Canadian boy this season.

Olafson also picked up bronze in the 50m butterfly, finishing fifth in the 100 and 1500m freestyles and eighth in the 100m backstroke. Colton Peterson finished just off the podium, placing fourth in the 50 and 100m breaststrokes. He was seventh in the 200m breaststroke and eighth in the 100 and 200m individual medleys. Grayson Bukkos also swam in the meet.

Christmas cheer for Spartans at Santa meet The Spartans swept up the medals at their home Santa Swim Meet, held last weekend at the Landing Leisure Centre. The meet welcomed 260 swimmers and the Spartans came away with the highest combined point total. Calvin Dumont-Belanger was one of the big guns, scoring six gold medals in the 11 year old boys division. Brooke Kienas matched him, swimming in the 14 and over girls division. Kienas grabbed gold in the

50, 100 and 400 metre freestyles, 100 and 200m backstrokes and 100m backstroke. Barrett Catalfamo nearly matched her in the same division with wins in the 100 and 200m flies, 200 and 400m individual medleys and 200m breaststroke. She was second in the 100m breaststroke. Tobyn Smith collected five golds in the 11 year old girls group, placing first in the 100 and 200m flies, 200 and 400m IMs and 100m backstroke.

In that same division, Jaelyn Bjornerud-Brown won the 100 and 200m freestyles. Madeleine Charest won the 100 and 200m breaststrokes and Halle Causton finished first in the 200m backstroke. Ryan Han produced three gold in the 12-13 year old boys division, topping the field in the 100m breaststroke, 200m freestyle and 400m IM. In the same division, Myles Wheeler swam well and finished first in the 100

and 200m flies and 200m breaststroke. Carson Loeppky (14 and over boys) collected double gold in the 100m fly and breaststroke, placing second in the 100m freestyle, 200m breaststroke and 200m IM. In the 12-13 year old girls group, Kara Wismer won four gold medals in the 100 and 200m breaststrokes and 100 and 200m backstrokes. McKenna Postles got gold in the 200 and 400m freestyles.

One of my favorite things about junior hockey is that what is considered most likely to happen quite often doesn’t. We W e got another example of that last Sunday afternoon when the Chilliwack Chiefs played a road game against the BCHL’s top team, the Penticton Vees. V ees. Granted, the Chiefs went w ent into that game with the league’s second best record but any way you looked at this game, it pointed to a tough day for the Chiefs. As mentioned, they were w ere playing the top team in the league. It was a road game. It was their third game in three days and fourth in five days. The Vees did not play the night before. It was their final game before the break so you know players had to be thinking about getting home and seeing their friends and family. Chiefs forward Jordan Kawaguchi was a late scratch. The Vees were missing four players that are playing in the World JJunior unior A Challenge, and that maybe balanced things out a bit, but I never expected to see the Chiefs best effort of the season. That’s exactly what happened, though it didn’t start that way. The Chiefs took two early penalties and the Vees responded with 11 of the game’s first 12 shots. They took a 1-0 lead and things were not looking good. What followed was an incredible display of hockey by two of the best jjunior unior A teams in the county. The Chiefs tied the game at one later in the first period and then the teams settled in to an exchange of ridiculously good scoring chances that were continually turned aside by goaltenders Hunter Miska (Penticton) and Aidan Pelino (Chilliwack).

The game ended in a 1-1 tie and I’ve gone back and watched the third period and overtime three times since. It was that good. The Vees only make one visit to Chilliwack k and that comes on Feb. 6. I can’t wait for that one. All in all the second half schedule looks like a good one for the Chiefs. There are a few w tough stretches, but 15 of their final 25 games will be played at Prosperaa Centre, where they’ve lost just once this season. Let’s have a quick look k at some other key dates that fans may want to make note of in the second half of the season. Always a fun night, the Chiefs annual Fill the Rink for the Food Bank k which will happen on Dec. 28 when the Chiefs host the Surrey Eagles for a 5 p.m. game. All tickets are just $6 with the donation of a non-perishable food item. I can’t remember the Chiefs playing the same team three times in three nights during anyy regular season but that’s what happens when the Chiefs play the Langleyy Rivermen Jan. 9, 10 and 11. The middle game will be in Chilliwack. If you’re interested in travelling to Langley for the Fridayy game, check out the Chiefs website for information on a ticket/dinnerr combo that is available for $25. I also can’t rememberr the Chiefs ever playing three home games in three days but that happens as well. As mentioned, the Penticton Vees visit on Feb. 6. That’s just the first off three tough home games for the Chiefs that weekend. The West Kelownaa Warriors are in town the following night, and the Chiefs finish the weekend facing the Vernon Vipers. jb@chilliwackchiefs.net

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Sports The Football BC Combine Series starts in late January and runs through the month of February, giving football players from across the province the opportunity to take part in combine-style testing and be evaluated by NCCP certified provincial coaches. The series is the first step to participation in the provincial team programs in the Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, U-16 or U-18 divisions. Players who wish to be eligible for those programs must attend a Football BC Combine Series session. The closest one to Chilliwack takes place on two days, Feb. 20 and 24 at the Langley Events Centre.

Midget Thunderbirds upset Giants The BC Major Midget Hockey League Thunderbirds cruise into the Christmas break on a high after beating the Vancouver NW Giants in back to back games last weekend.

The Sunday rematch was played at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre, with the T-Birds winning 5-2. Chilliwack’s Mackenzie Wight factored into the scoring with an assist on Noah Wiebe’s shorthanded score. Wiebe, an Abbotsford native, finished Wight’s feed at 12:18 of period two, tying the game at 2-2. Brice Sharp (Mission) gave Fraser Valley the lead three minutes later and Brett Clayton (Abbotsford) scored twice in the third to put the game away. The Thunderbirds sit eighth in the 11 team circuit. Chilliwack native Dawson Rodin has been the main man in

The T-Birds (8-13-3) stunned the Giants (157-0) 4-1 last Saturday, with Chilliwack’s Davin Padgham chipping in. The high-scoring blueliner assisted on the second Fraser Valley goal, a Nate Castonguay (Mission) snipe which stood up as the game winner. That game was played in Squamish.

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In Wednesday’s story on para-reining pioneer Tara Kowalski, the story and picture caption had the Chilliwack native attending the 2014 American Quarter Horse Association World Championship show. Kowalski actually attended the 2014 NRHA (National Reining Horse Association) Show, which was also held in Oklahoma City, from Nov. 28 to Dec. 6. The Progress regrets the error. For more reining info, see equinecanada.ca

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71st Annual Boxing Day Vedder River Steelhead Derby

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Coffee at the Clubhouse at 6:00 am. Punch stations open from 6:30-8:30am at Lickman Road, Tamihi Bridge & the Clubhouse, 6:30-10am. Breakfast/Lunch starting at 6am at the Clubhouse.

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Tickets and Rules are available at Chilliwack Dart & Tackle, Fred’s Custom Tackle (Chilliwack & Abotsford), Kent Outdoors, until Dec. 24th and at the Clubhouse on Derby day until 10 am.

April 1964 - Dec 2013 Always thinking of you. Love Cornel, Angie and family

Weigh-in until 2:00 pm. Trophies & Prizes. Food available from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Clubhouse.

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Think of you every day. Love you and miss you. I will remember you always. - Les

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Phone 604-859-7540 Black Mountain Ranch, Sumas Washington. Membership and 2009 Cougar 5th Wheel 289BHS that sleeps 7 in 5 beds. Attached porch, some furnishings, barbecue, all kitchenware, 16’ slide in dining area and 7’ slide in the back bedroom, fully fenced, finished patio area, 6x10’ shed. Located near field restroom and greenbelt space in a nicely treed, quiet area. Access to 9 hole golf course, 2 pools & lots more! A great family vacation all year round. $52,000. email gsharmsen@shaw.ca.

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40 years ago God gave me the gift of a bride You have been a wonderful friend by my side Thank You Kathleen for being such a wonderful wife We have experienced so much as together we travel life

Happy 40th Anniversary Mike

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FARM WORKERS Jim’s Mowing Business for Sale Call 310-JIMS (5467)

AGRICULTURAL FIELD WORKERS A Rosedale Nursery is seeking motivated, willing field workers. This outdoor job entails every aspect of growing trees and shrubs. Farm nursery exp. is beneficial but not req’d. Work is manual and “hands on”. Includes hoeing, weeding, digging, pruning, potting, loading trees & shrubs Heavy lifting. 40hr min. work wk possibly extended work wk. Start approx. Mar. 15-Oct. Start wage $10.25/hr. Please submit resume by fax to: 604-794-7105

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OBITUARIES

Loewen Leslie John (Les)

April 10, 1919-Nov 29, 2014 Alice Nellie Charko (nee: Kuchar passed away peacefully on Nov 29, 2014 at age 95. She was predeceased by her husband Jack and is survived by her daughter Judy, grandsons Geoffrey (Vanessa) and Keegan (Lauren), great grandsons Adrian, Jesse and Reilly and great granddaughter Mika. Alice loved to travel and with Jack would hop in the car at the drop of a hat and drive to Saskatchewan to visit relatives and across Canada and around the U.S. to see what was there. Her other main loves were her grandsons and hospitality. She frequently entertained her large family and also guests at Vedder River Campground which she and Jack managed until they retired. Her grandsons were well known at the campground and traveled with her as well. Alice was greatly loved and will be missed by her family and friends.

Fox Malcolm Leonard “Mac” On December 14, 2014, Mac husband and father passed away at the age of 86 years. Mac was born in Yarmouth, NS and after High School he joined the RCAF. His career took him across Canada and after retiring he settled in Chilliwack. He worked for the Correctional Service Canada until his final retirement, total service to Canada - 42 years. Mac is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary; daughters, Linda (Lou) Poirier and Donna (Doug Chadsey) Fox; granddaughter, Karlee Peterson; grandsons, Leonard Poirier and John Peterson also by his great grandchildren Louis Jr., Claude and Oceane Poirier. At his request there will be no services. Donations in Mac’s memory to the Salvation Army or to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences to the family may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-792-1344

September 7, 1925 December 9, 2014

Les Loewen passed away in peace on December 9, 2014 at Chilliwack General Hospital from complications following bladder cancer surgery. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba to the late Peter and Elizabeth Loewen. Beloved father of Robert and his wife Mary Loewen of Scottsdale, Arizona, and James and his wife Janice of Jackson, Michigan. Dear father-in-law of Renata Loewen of Burlington, Ontario. Loving grandfather of Mark, Valerie Hartman (Ryan), David, Michael, Christopher, Matthew, Thomas, Jennifer Prinsen (Ryan), Natalie and Rachel. Dear brother of Jean Robinson of Vancouver. Les was predeceased by his wife of 53 years Norma (nee Kelly) Loewen (2000), his wife of 5 years Julia Hannah Spencer Loewen (2007) of Chilliwack, his son John Loewen (December, 2014) of Burlington, Ontario, and brothers Gordon, Archie and Ken. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy between 1943-45, doing convoy escort duty in the North Atlantic aboard HMCS Trillium, HMCS Rockcliffe and HMCS Tillsonburg. He raised his family in Montreal, and also lived in Toronto and Blenheim, Ontario, and finally Chilliwack. The family is deeply grateful to his friends in Chilliwack for their love and support. We are extremely appreciative of the wonderful ICU staff at Chilliwack General for the exceptional care they provided Les in his last days. He will be laid to rest next to Norma at the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Burlington, Ontario.

Negrin Eugenio Bruno (Gene) October 24, 1920 December 9, 2014

Dad died peacefully in the early morning hours of December 9, 2014, at Valleyhaven Retirement, Community in Chilliwack, BC. Dad was born in Vancouver, BC, on the 24th of October, 1920, and is survived by a son Guy (Heather). He was predeceased by his wife, Virgina, 1989. After the war, he worked in the automotive and trucking industries until retirement from Arrow Transport in 1985. Truly a character, he will be profoundly missed. If you knew him, I need say no more. Thanks to Dr. Quentin Smith and all the folks at Valleyhaven for your kindness and compassion, we couldn’t have done it without you. Heather - not only my favourite, but also Dad’s Thank you for providing the “Joie de Vivre”! Good bye, Dad

FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR Sakoon Indian Cuisine Ltd located at 272 Wallace Street Hope, BC V0X 1L0 is hiring 1 permanent Food Service Supervisor. Requirements: Minimum 2 years of related experience and high school education required. Job Duties: Direct and Co-Ordinate the activities of staff, forecast menu requirements, estimate requirement and order food, equipment and supplies, set up schedule for staff and train new employees, maintain food and equipment inventories, ensure health and safety regulations are followed, supervise dining area and outdoor catering events. Candidate is willing to work variable shifts and weekends. Salary: 17.00/hr.

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Port Hardy, BC. Busy GM dealership looking for two full time positions to be filled immediately. Certiﬁed GM technician Ticketed Bodyman Very competitive pay scales, benefits, and flexible schedules. Send resume to cory@klassengm.com

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The Chilliwack Progress is looking for a part-time Substitute Carrier to deliver open routes in the Chilliwack/Sardis area, two days per week. Must have a reliable vehicle and be available Wednesdays and Fridays for approximately 3-4 hours per day.

ADMINISTRATION

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to supplement their income.

Office Administration Assistant Heating & A/C company in Chilliwack requires an office administration assistant. Must be able to multitask. Must be reliable and willing to learn. Please fax resume to 604-792-4440 or email to info@johnmulderheating.ca

Rempel Wilma, Darlene

Interested applicants should email the Circulation Department at circulation@theprogress.com or call 604-702-5558. We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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It is with much sadness we announce the sudden passing of our mother Wilma Darlene Rempel (nee Toms). Wilma was born in Chilliwack on August 31st and passed away December 11th at Chilliwack General Hospital. She is predeceased by brothers Peter and James Toms and survived by one sister Dianne Doman of White Rock, and Wilma’s daughters Rhoda Spalding of Port Moody, Pamela Kaplan of Bellingham Washington, and three grandchildren Cory Vandereyk of Bellingham Washington , Clayton Spalding and Paula Spalding of Vancouver. There will be a celebration of Wilma’s life in the new year. Details to follow. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the charity of your choice. “You’re in the arms of the angel, may you find some comfort here.” Rest in peace Mom.

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RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

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FARM WORKERS

FARM WORKER Required for UBC Dairy Education & Research Centre in Agassiz, BC Duties Include milking, feeding animals, assisting with research projects and field work. Excellent benefit package & great team environment! Please forward your resume & cover letter (quoting position title) to: email: dinn@shawbiz.ca or Fax: 604-796-8413 Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, is committed to employment equity, and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

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Nursery Workers Needed Workers needed for digging and harvesting, heavy lifting, outside work with fast paced work, 40 hrs/wk. $10.33 per hour. Evergreen Propagators Ltd. 10236 Mcgrath Road, Rosedale, BC. Fax: 604-850-7546

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Local family owned and operated, RV Manufacturing Company is seeking EXPERIENCED F/T Customer Service Representative. The successful candidate must be competent with Microsoft Office including Excel Spreadsheets; will possess strong communication skills, both written and oral, be comfortable in a busy environment and able to multitask. $15/hr, M-F, If you enjoy working with customers in a unique environment please drop off a resume in person at Escape Trailer Industries 43851 Industrial Way, Chilliwack. Emailed resumes will not be accepted.

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

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

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The Abbotsford News and Mission Record, two of Canada’s leading community newspapers, have openings for a Sales Consultant. This is a career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in two of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News and Mission Record combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to: Don Barbeau Advertising Manager 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: donb@abbynews.com Closing Date: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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GOLDEN DOODLE puppies, born Nov. 29. Mom is a sml reg. Golden & Dad is a sml Std Poodle (both 50 lbs). We have bred this litter special to create ideal family companions (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, people pleasers, happy indoors/outdoors, good with kids/animals, and low/no shed). Our dogs are part of our home/life and we wish the same for our pups. Please consider the time/commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support & guidance for life. 1st Shots/deworming. $1200. Ph: 604-820-4827 Yorkshire Terrier to re-home, 4 yr old intact female, CKC reg, champion lines, serious inquires only $1000. (604)858-9758

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NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378

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Chilliwack, 46321 Chilliwack Central Rd., 3 + 1 bdrm upper, 1.5 bath, close to schools. 5 appl., sep laundry, cat ok, share util. $1100/m. Avail dec 1. Call (604)824-0264 CHILLIWACK FOR LEASE 4 bdrm., 4 baths, 9 yr. old home. Lge. dble. gar., also has 1 bdrm. suite in bsmnt. Fenced backyard, $1700 mo. Dec 15. Refs. req’d. Call (778)754-1891

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SARDIS one bedroom suite, parking available, prefer single working person, n/p, good refs. $600/m + util, avail now. (604)798-3779

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1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $1,900. 2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, auto, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900. 2002 FORD EXPLORER 4X4, auto, full load. ST#585 $5,900. 2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900. 2003 HONDA ACCORD 2 dr, auto, full load, ST#586 $6,900. 2007 FORD Fusion 4 dr auto, loaded A/cared ST#321 $6,900 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $10,900. 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900. 2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K STK#17. $12,900. 2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, loaded, 7 psgr STK#428. $13,900. 2007 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, short box only 162K. STK#126. $14,900. 2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. STK#275. $16,900.

Financing Available 2000 Ford Explorer, 4 door, auto, air, $3850. Call (604)858-3159 ldsutter@shaw.ca

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