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Chilliwack Search and Rescue logs record year Jennifer Feinberg The Progress One of the busiest Search and Rescue teams in B.C. just completed a record year. Chilliwack SAR members responded to 86 callouts in 2014, which is more than any other previous year, said Doug Fraser, Chilliwack SAR search manager. The total is almost twice as many as they had 20 years ago when the average was more like 40 to 45 per year. “The increase in tasks has been steady, and this rising trend is not likely to change,” he pointed out. Time is critical since these incidents require highly trained volunteer SAR members to drop everything and go. Most incidents take about five or six hours to resolve. “Time is the precious commodity that presents an ever-increasing challenge on several fronts,” Fraser explained to The Progress. When a hiker is missing or a swift water rescue is required, the team could be out for as little as an hour, or as many as several days. SAR volunteers must be physically fit, with some first aid training, and free time to donate. The local SAR team will respond at any time of day or night whether it’s atop a glacier, in a raging river or down a steep mountainside. In addition, SAR members train every Wednesday night at their local headquarters as well as in the back country in a range of rescue disciplines. “Time to attend community events, to present to students, and to gain new skills are just a few of the time commitments that are part of being a member of the team,” Fraser added. Some readers may not be aware that every member of SAR donates their time as a volunteer. They don’t

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Best December in years for Chilliwack home sales Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The Chilliwack real estate market is definitely on the rebound. The Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board just had its best December in eight years for Chilliwack home sales in the MLS system, said Jake Siemens, CADREB president. In terms of units, home sales totalled 163 for December 2014, which represents an increase of just over 50 per cent from levels reported in December 2013. “This was the 11th consecutive year-over-year increase, and marked an eight-year high for activity in the month of

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“The lower gas prices make the commute that much more affordable all of sudden,” he said. “I definitely think that will have an impact.” So buyers find they’re not only getting a more rural and relaxed lifestyle, but they’re saving at least $100,000 compared to an average home in Abbotsford. The average price of homes sold in December 2014 was $338,919, up 7.2 per cent from last December. The annual average sale price was $308,790, up 2.4 per cent from 2013. New residential listings numbered 187 units in December, up 46.1 per cent from a year Continued: SALES/ p12

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December,” noted Siemens. Sales of all types numbered 178 units in December, up 47.1 per cent on a year-over-year basis. “It has definitely been building, and the market is on the rebound,” said Siemens. Those monitoring the trends haven’t seen numbers like this since before the global financial meltdown of 2008. “It’s great news for us,” he said. On an annual basis, home sales numbered 2,499 in 2014 — a spike of 21.1 per cent from 2013 totals. “So 2014 was the best year for home sales in the region since 2007, and momentum continues to build heading into 2015,” said

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End of era as Lower Mainland AirCare stations shut down Jeff Nagel Black Press It’s the end of an era for drivers of older vehicles in the Lower Mainland. AirCare stations shut down for good on New Year’s Eve, meaning this year motorists will no longer line up to pay for mandatory emissions testing. The requirement in order to get vehicle insurance in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley was widely seen by drivers as a costly nuisance, particularly as cars got cleaner and most vehicles passed without being forced to get a tune-up. But defenders argue the provin-

cial government was wrong to scrap the TransLink-operated program. “We know air quality from vehicles has improved over the last 10 or 15 years because we’ve been monitoring vehicles,” said Vancouver Coun. Heather Deal, chair of Metro Vancouver’s environment and parks committee. “It was a mistake to discontinue this program. It will endanger the incredibly positive impacts it’s had over the years.” The province’s environment ministry cited “great progress” in reducing air pollution from light duty vehicles as emissions technology improved and noted the AirCare failure rate has fallen from 14 per cent in 2007 to less than eight per

cent. No new program has been announced to replace AirCare, but the province is expected to release a discussion paper in the spring on possible options to cut pollution from heavy trucks. Deal said she’s hopeful something new comes to tackle diesel trucks because Metro testing on roads has found alarming emissions from some “gross emitters.” Dave Gourley, general manager of AirCare, said he “absolutely” believes Lower Mainland residents have breathed easier because AirCare enforced pollution limits for 22 years. He notes nearly one million vehicles failed AirCare tests at some

point since the program began in 1992. Most were repaired and returned to the road cleaner, while some others got early retirement. So far this year more than 34,000 vehicles have failed AirCare, although that’s down from a peak of around 120,000 vehicles a year in the mid-1990s. “The technology changed and the cars can more or less diagnose themselves,” Gourley said, making AirCare less relevant in recent years, at least in its current form. “It’s hard to make an argument in favour of it,” he said. “I can’t honestly say anybody is going to die or the sky is going to turn brown.” He said it’s too soon to say if enough drivers will now ignore

check engine lights to significantly worsen vehicle pollution and air quality. AirCare’s end here leaves just urban Ontario’s DriveClean program in Canada, although there are more than 30 similar emission control programs in the U.S., with some new ones still being added. The program is revenue-neutral, with fees only used to cover the program expenses – $16 million in 2014. But even with AirCare gone and gasoline prices down, motorists face other rising expenses in 2015. An ICBC rate hike means the average motorist will pay $40 more in 2015 for basic insurance, if regulators approve the increase.

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Ann Davis Transition House manager Shelley Bolan (left) and executive director Patti MacAhonic stand beside the warped and rotting fence that needs to be replaced. ADTS is having a fundraiser to build a new fence for the property. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Fence fundraiser a first for Ann Davis Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The fence around the Ann Davis Transition House is dilapidated and beyond repair. So Chilliwack is being asked to help build a new one — section by section. The existing fence has been falling apart for a while and now needs to be replaced, says ADTS executive director Patti MacAhonic. “This fence provides safety for children playing in the yard and privacy for residents, which is very important for their overall safety,” she said. To pay for this item not cov-

ered in any other way in the budget, ADTS is launching a brand-new community fundraiser specifically for the fence. They priced out the new fence already, which will cost about $12,000, and calculated they need 565 donations of $22.50 per board, or $112.50 per section to make it happen. ADTS transition house manager Shelley Bolan said it’s only the second time in 20 years they’ve replaced the house fence. “So it’s really time,” she said. “It’s a matter of safety and security.” The Transition House has 12 beds for anyone leaving a

domestic violence situation, and they shelter about 200 clients per year, including children. “In the past year, 95 per cent of the time, those 12 beds were full,” said Bolan. ADTS has been helping community members fleeing relationship violence with counselling, education and prevention for over 30 years. One thing she’s noticed is that the ADTS client is staying longer at the house, with three-week visits being typical, as opposed to 10 days, which it used to be. To help build the fence, Chilliwack residents can pur-

chase a section each with every donation of $112.50. Donations are tax deductible, and eligible for a tax receipt to anyone providing a full name and address on the forms. There’s a special ‘Donate Now’ button on the website at www.anndavis.org. Mark it for the “fence” fundraiser or hit the link under where it’s marked ‘We need your help for a new fence at our Transition House.’ “I think will truly become a community effort,” said MacAhonic. “It’s something everyone can feel a part of, from families, and individuals, to local businesses.”

Everyone needs someone who will listen to them. Unfortunately, that’s not a reality for many seniors who are facing aging alone. But Chilliwack Senior Peer Counselling has been working hard for almost 20 years to lend local seniors an ear. They do so with a small but dedicated team of volunteers whose main job is to be a sounding board. Senior Peer Counsellors offer an extra source of emotional support and guidance to lonely, vulnerable seniors in the community. And those counselors are seniors themselves. Bob Saucier is one of about 30 volunteer peer counsellors who spend their free time with other seniors, listening to them, guiding them toward the proper resources, driving them to appointments and generally being a friend. More volunteers are needed to meet the needs of the community, Saucier said. CSPC is holding its annual training course, beginning on Monday, Jan. 26. The 70-hour course runs every Monday and Tuesday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. through to the end of February, and there is no cost to participate. The training is held in their office in the Chilliwack Community Services building and led by two women who have extensive experience as peer counselors. “They cover a huge amount of data and issues,” Saucier said. “They take them through the whole gamut of issues that seniors deal with.” Because even though the peer counsellors are seniors themselves, they won’t necessarily have dealt with issues they’ll be hearing about. Saucier said the training is eye-opening, and offers the volunteers insight into their lives as well as arming them with information that could help their future clients. Continued: PEER/ p6

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Tom Fletcher Black Press VICTORIA – Inspired by her holistic ranching background, Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon has launched a provincewide environmental education program for high school teachers and youth leaders. Stewards of the Future offers grants of up to $800 per group to cover field trips, fees for programs and guess speakers, equipment and teacher release time for projects. It is offered for students from grades 9-12, First Nations educators, 4-H, Guide and Scout groups and environment clubs, with an application deadline of

Future toolkit emphasizes hands-on “placebased” experience to appreciate and enhance biodiversity. Guichon and her late husband Lawrence Guichon are credited with pioneering holistic management in the B.C. cattle industr y, emphasizing preservation of natural grassland on their historic Merritt-area ranch. Holistic management, developed by African biologist and game ranger Allan Savor y, over turned the long-held belief that overgrazing is the result of too many animals. Savory proved that reducing the number of animals doesn’t restore grasslands, which developed in the

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Do you know a woman who deserves to be recognized? The Chilliwack Soroptimists are gathering nominations for the 2015 Woman of the Year. The application deadline is March 1, and more information is available at www.chilliwacksoroptimist.info. Last year’s Woman of the Year

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The execution of 10 journalists and two police officers by Islamist extremists in Paris this week has justifiably drawn international condemnation. It’s seen as not only an attack against a single news outlet, but an affront to a fundamental tenet of our democratic values: Freedom of expression. That the newspaper Charlie Hebdo can spark outrage is nothing new. It’s satirical attack on institutions on all sides of the political and religious spectrum has spared few. But anger is one thing. Murder is something else. According to media reports the journalists were singled out, identified by name and systematically shot. They are not the first journalists to die, of course. Last year 61 journalists were killed doing their job. In 2013 the number was 70. True, reporting from locations like a war zone can be a dangerous business. But of those killed last year, 27 were deliberately murdered. The motives vary. However, the underlying theme is the suppression of information and a desire to control the message. We can’t let that happen. We can’t let any individual or organization dictate through force the information we receive, whether it’s an in depth investigation, or a satirical cartoon. To be clear, freedom of expression is not absolute. There are limitations, (like the promotion of violence and the dissemination of hate). But that still leaves a lot of latitude. We live in a time when access to information has never been easier. We can find it online, have it delivered to our doorstep, or channeled to our living room. But behind that information are thousands of women and men striving to provide the details you need to form your own judgements about a complicated world. We can’t let the ignorance and intolerance of armed thugs – and those who support them – stand in our way. ~ Greg Knill, Chilliwack Progress

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How not to redraw the map in the Middle East Now, this wasn’t the best laid plan. HarperCollins is a giant in the publishing world. But in June 2014 it released an atlas designed for English-speaking children in schools in the Middle East. “Collins Primary Geography Atlas for the Middle East” proudly tooted that it was an ideal school atlas for young primary school geographers, designed for Middle Eastern schools and would enable students to learn about today’s world by exploring clear and engaging maps. In portraying the geographical location of the countries of the Middle East it made one astounding – and conscious - decision. It left the State of Israel off the map. In its place, it showed Jordan extending all the way to the Mediterranean Sea. Syria, Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon were

all included. But not Israel. The howls of shock and dismay reverberated everywhere. This wasn’t an accident. The decision to exclude Israel apparently reflected “local preferences”. In other words, the decision reflected political will. According to its subsidiary Collins Bartholomew, had Israel been corMargaret rectly positioned it would have been EVANS unacceptable to its Gulf customers. So clearly then, it was a marketing decision. Huh? What on earth does this do to help children learn with accuracy the countries of the world, their regional positions, and their place in a bigger context during class-

room discussions? They all know Israel is right in front of them. And they all know Jordan doesn’t have beach front property. How does this translate into children learning about today’s world in clear and engaging maps? What an insult to Middle Eastern children and Jewish people. The world knows too well that Palestinians and Arab states have issues with Israel and vice versa. The endless struggle for peace goes on. And it never helped anything or anyone when former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad threatened at the stroke of a pen to wipe Israel off the map. Looks like HarperCollins did it for him. HarperCollins, headquartered in New York is no slouch when it comes to its publishing status. It has almost 200 years of history and has won many major international literary prizes. It

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Camp David Summit hosted by former President Clinton in 2000. On the Amazon website, 169 reviewers trashed the atlas. It only got rated a one-star because the rating system doesn’t have a zero. HarperCollins has done a massive retreat, recalled all copies of the offensive atlas and is pulping them while, at the same time, offering profuse apologies. But the damage is done. Criticism has been harsh and heavy and rightly so. This kind of delusional mapping does nothing to advance education, serves no one in the long run, and only continues to underscore the hostility that exists toward Israel. Many might view with dismay that a western world commercial publishing company would pander for profit to extreme opinions. For HarperCollins, this has been a costly lesson.

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Nisga’a Nation not a ‘parallel state’ This in response to Tom Fletcher’s column (‘Nisga’a proving their critics wrong,’ B.C. Views, Dec. 3) and a recent letter to the editor from Ron Johnson (‘Perils of a parallel state’). First, the Nisga’a Nation is not a “parallel state.” As a result of our treaty, we are very much a part of Canada, a fact about which many Nisga’a citizens are extremely proud. In the manner set out in the Nisga’a Treaty, federal and provincial laws apply to Nisga’a Nation, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms applies to Nisga’a government, Nisga’a citizens pay taxes, and Nisga’a citizens continue to be entitled to all the rights and benefits of other Canadian citizens. If anything, our treaty removed the barriers of the Indian Act that obstructed our full participation in Canadian society. We take

exception to being separated in any way from Canada. Second, Johnson’s comment that Nisga’a citizens have become a “landed gentry” is a completely inaccurate portrayal of the state of Nisga’a society. It suggests that through the recognition of our aboriginal title under the Nisga’a Treaty, Nisga’a Nation has somehow magically transformed its economic conditions to that of a 19th century aristocrat living off rents. In fact we were not allowed to participate in the industrial revolution, and we need to catch up to the rest of Canada. As taxpaying Canadians, we at Nisga’a Nation still have to earn our daily bread, attract investment to our area and carefully plan and build for the future, just like everyone else in Canada. This is why we support the

Ringing in the new year I would like the thank everyone who donated to the Salvation Army Kettle Drive, especially at the Real Canadian Super Store. I consider these people real Canadians they put up and participated with antics, which in turn made my Christmas a great one. I would also like to thank the employees who had to endure the bell ringing. I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and wish you all a happy new year. Dave Colwill

CSOPA says thank you Thank you to the Chilliwack Foundation for supporting Chilliwack School of Performing Arts financially. Because of the grant monies awarded to our school we will be able to provide professional equipment and a safer space for our students to learn musical theatre skills and have contin-

ued success in our programs. As a non-profit organization we depend on the generosity of our community to assure quality programming for our students. Thank you for partnering with us. AnneLise Woyke CSOPA Administrator

Site C decision welcomed Our province received wonderful news with the recent approval of the Site C dam. This energy project has been on the drawing board for a very long time. It’s time to take it to the next level. I’m sure there will be the usual noisy protesters trying to stand in the way of the progress that Site C represents, but they are in the minority. The majority of British Columbians understand the need to build our economy and the need to ensure that we have the infrastructure to back it up. Site C is a good thing and a new legacy we are building for future generations. Massimo Mandarino

development of the liquefied natural gas industry in B.C., are seeking to attract investment, and possibly operate an LNG facility on Nisga’a lands. As we have indicated to the government of B.C. at recent joint press conferences, our efforts at Nisga’a Nation provide LNG proponents project certainty to support the establishment of the LNG industry in B.C. generally. Nisga’a Nation strives for sustainable prosperity and selfreliance. We appreciate how Fletcher has kept an open mind to allow his views on the Nisga’a Treaty to evolve. We are optimistic that eventually more people will understand that we want what all citizens of B.C. want – an improved quality of life. H. Mitchell Stevens President Nisga’a Lisims Government New Aiyansh

Fuel price not a big deal Contrary to several recent letters I would like to shed some light on the difference in gas prices between Vancouver and the eastern valley. The 17 cent transit tax is always mentioned. Unmentioned is Ministry of Finance Tax Bulletin MFT-CT 005. Page 5 sets out that Metro Van pays a 1.75 cent Provincial motor fuel tax while Chilliwack pays 7.75 cents, or 6 cents more. The net tax difference between Vancouver and Chilliwack is only 11 cents, not 17 cents. In my 18 years of traveling between Chilliwack and Van, have I seen Chilliwack prices that did not fully reflect the 11 cent tax saving? Absolutely! Just as on many occasions Vancouver prices were more than 11 cents higher than Chilliwack. Most of the time however, the difference was within a cent or two either way of the 11 cent tax difference. i.e. the whole thing is basically a non-issue.

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earlier. The size of the year-over-year increase reflects the combination of a drop in new supply in December 2013 and a jump in new supply in December 2014. There were 1,169 active residential listings on the Board’s MLS system at the end of December 2014, down 18.1 per cent from December 2013. There were 7.2 months of inventory at the end of December 2014, down from 13.2 months reported at

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“Take me home Super Cruise” could be a command that future Cadillac owners may be saying to their automobile, in the not too distant future. GM’s luxury brand seems likely to be first automaker to offer a fully automated driving feature in a production vehicle. Super Cruise is one of three entries vying for the 2015 AJAC Best New Auto Safety Technology Award. A similar entry from Honda called AcuraWatch takes us to the brink of automation and another GM entry will be of interest to those who like to cruise the internet. GM - Super Cruise: Super Cruise is the working name that GM has given a yet to be released automated driving technology that will (or can) allow hands-off-the-wheel lane following, braking and speed control, in certain highway driving situations. The claimed safety value of Super Cruise is that it could mitigate many traffic collisions and improve traffic congestion. The system sends and receives basic safety information such as location, speed and direction of travel between vehicles that are approaching each other. It will warn drivers and can supplement active safety features, such as forward collision warning, already available on many production cars. Super Cruise will also add a new lane-centering technology that relies on forwardlooking cameras and other sensors to detect markings, curves and other road characteristics. A simulator is also being used to measure driver eye glance behavior and control interactions in computer-generated automated driving situations. Super Cruise is still undergoing real-world driving assessments and is expected to make its way into Cadillac production models in 2017. Honda/Acura – AcuraWatch: A system that takes vehicle operation to the brink of automation, AcuraWatch is a suite of driver-assist technologies that’s offered in the

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at home. The 4GLTE feature also enhances OnStar’s array of safety and security services and provides a more personal experience as the OnStar agent can stay on the line as they manage the vehicle

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Exciting new page for young Sardis writer Jessica Peters The Progress Maecyn Klassen’s life to date has been one featuring fiction and fantasy, heroes and heroines. When she’s not delving deep into a good book, the Sardis secondary student is often jotting down ideas of her own. “I have been writing since I was seven or eight,” she recalls, and her love of all things literary has lasted right through to her teen years. “I liked to write stories and draw pictures (when I was younger), and that sort of branched off to where I’d have journals full of stories, with things that turned into something more and things that didn’t.” One short piece, titled Ode on a Wine Label, recently fell into the first category. The prose, so abbreviated it could be labeled postcard fiction, has been published in a well-respected anthology for youth. “It is easily one of the most exciting things that has happened to me in my life,” she says. Klassen found out in the fall, via an email, that her submission to the Claremont Review had been accepted. She had sent it in as part of her Creative Writing 12 class requirements last school year. “There were a number of really talented writers in that class,” teacher Jen Wieler says. Throughout the semester, students learn how to peer-edit and workshop their writing amongst the group. Once they each have a piece they’re content with, Wieler sends away the lot of them to the editorial board at the Victoriabased publication for consideration. They receive submissions from young creative minds from ever ywhere in the Englishspeaking world. “It’s extremely rare to be published in the Claremont Review,” Wieler says. “It’s pretty stiff competition but she’s a very talented writer. I’m very proud of her.” The periodical is published twice a year, and runs a small number of poems, prose, plays and artwork from contributors

Sardis secondary student, Maecyn Klassen, had a piece of her ficton writing featured in Claremont Review. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

ages 13-19. When Klassen read that email of acceptance, her first reaction was tear-filled. “I just broke down,” she said. Then, she shared the news with her mom. “She cried too, and then she cried again when she saw the actual book,” Klassen says. “She’s always supported me, and she’s always read everything I’ve written.” The icing on the cake was that Klassen even received payment for her efforts, a cheque for $10. “They pay $10 a page and my piece was short enough to just fit

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on one page,” she says. “Someone actually paid me for something I love to do.” But the surprises didn’t stop there. As a contributor, Klassen received her own copy of the paperback -sized magazine, Issue No. 46, Fall 2014. On the front, there’s a close-up, grainy image of an old-fashioned typewriter. But on the back, there is just one excerpt from the publication’s content — Klassen’s. While she’s thrilled to be published, Klassen is not entirely sure where her studies at UVic in the

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How to have a happy (and healthy) new year • Where am I right now? Remember that the only person you can work on is the person you are right now. It makes no difference if you think you should be further ahead than you are now (in fitness, or other avenues). What matters is where you actually are at present. Do not be discouraged by the difference between where you are and where you think you should be. • Where do I Tanja want to be? Think about SHAW what you can achieve in the next year. Perhaps you would like to incorporate exercise regularly into your week, express gratitude daily, practice mindful eating, read a book a month, or take a photography class. Pick goals that excite you. • Why is that important to me? Perhaps the reason many resolutions fail is that many people use the start of a new year as their motivation for change. A calendar date is not

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Happy New Year, Chilliwack! The start of the new year is a time when many reflect on the past, assess their current situation, and look forward to the upcoming year. Many people will set goals, or new year resolutions to improve some aspect of their life. The most common new year resolutions are health related. Quitting smoking, losing weight and starting an exercise program are consistently the top few goals for a new year. Whether or not you choose to call your commitment a new year resolution, January is a fine time to set goals. In the early days of 2015, take time to answer a few questions to help make this year one of your best. • Where was I last year? Review the last year. What were your successes? What were your challenges? The new year is not a reset button; it’s a continuation from the years past. Take time to celebrate your successes and to acknowledge the areas where you struggled. Positive and negative experiences shape who you are and you can learn from both.

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Taking steps to build healthy domestic relationships why the women’s domestic shelter movement has been necessary. Unfortunately many more relationships never fulfil their potential. Contrary to fears about dangers in society, violence happens most often in marriages and intimate partner relationships. My crimiRob nology professor often said, “The LEES closer someone is to you, the more likely they are to kill you.” I suspect current statistics would bear this out. Rather than view relationships

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At first glance, Chilliwack’s Ann Davis Transition Services (ADTS) and Building Healthy Relationships (BHR) are odd bedfellows. However, on closer inspection, the relationship between these two organizations is a perfect match. BHR is advertised in this paper occasionally as “Boot Camp for Couples,” whereas ADTS is dedicated to sheltering women and ending domestic violence. This domestic violence mission is often thought to be in conflict with marriage. This is because of the sad reality for some intimate couple relationships. At their most dysfunctional, some unions become headlines about wives battered or murdered, which is

harms from tobacco are decreasing. Sadly, the harms from poor relationships are not. The effects of poor relationships play a role in depression and anxiety, and in more extreme cases, trauma. These, in turn, affect children growing up in the midst of these relationships. Hopefully 2015 will be a year when Chilliwack couples take advantage of programs like those offered by Ann Davis and Building Healthy Relationships. For more information, go to www.buildinghealthyrelationships.net.

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as the enemy, ADTS has, for 18 years of the BHR’s existence, recognized that most marriages can be improved. Improving adult couple relationships can be one of the key strategies for decreasing and potentially eradicating interpersonal violence. It seems odd that romantic notions of relationships continue to flourish. Healthy romantic relationships follow rules of science that are better understood now than ever before. In an era where we embrace all that computing and medical science can provide, we continue to be luddites in the love department. We know, for instance, that we can teach people how to communicate. We can teach them to

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A BCHL scheduling quirk means the Chilliwack Chiefs and Langley Rivermen will get to know each other very, very, very well this weekend. The teams play three games in three nights,

something not even seen in the playoffs. With animosity already present between the Mainland division rivals, the third game could be akin to a powder keg, stuffed with dynamite, sitting in a lake of gasoline. It may not take much to light the fuses, and then boom! Charlie Pelnik’s head may just pop off and fly into space. The big blueliner from North Carolina, you may recall, lost his cool, manhandled an official and earned a gross misconduct during a 7-1 Langley loss

to Chilliwack in mid-November. The third period of that game included 44 minutes in penalties and 11 misconducts. This weekend’s series sandwiches a Saturday night game in Chilliwack (7 p.m.) between two in Langley (Friday and Sunday). Potential for chaos aside, these games could also have big implications in the Mainland division playoff chase. Thanks to the horrid Surrey Eagles (7-29-0-3), no one else in the five team division is missing the playoffs.

But only one point currently separates the first place Chiefs (22-12-1-1) and second place Rivermen (2014-1-4). Chilliwack has three games in hand, and Langley could help themselves a lot by winning two or even three. The Chiefs could either be vulnerable, or the Rivermen could be skating into a hornets’ nest. Losers of three straight, and winless in four, Chilliwack hasn’t won since Dec. 13 and came out of the Christmas break with losses to Surrey (3-0), Surrey (3-2) and Nanaimo (2-1). They will be grumpy.

Gillam on Hobey Baker long-list Former Chilliwack Chiefs netminder Mitch Gillam is on the radar for the Hobey Baker Award, given to the most outstanding player in NCAA college hockey. Gillam, currently the No. 1 netminder with the Cornell Big Red, is one of 13 BCHL grads on the long list that fans can vote on. Through fan voting, that list is winnowed down to a

short list. Eventually three finalists will be selected and the winner will be announced during the Frozen Four tournament, taking place Apr. 9-11 in Boston. The list Gillam’s on includes 59 players. Other BCHL grads include Max French (West Kelowna), Matt Garbowsky (Powell River), Br yce

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favourite players once per day at hobeybaker.com Last year’s winner was Johnny Gaudreau, now an National Hockey Leaguer and Calder Trophy hopeful for the Calgary Flames. Past BCHLers to win the award include Ryan Duncan (2007), Jason Krog (1999), Brendan Morrison (1997) and Paul Kariya (1993). See bchl.ca

This weekend the Chiefs will be doing something for the first time in 25 regular seasons. They’ll play the same team, the Langley Rivermen, three times in three days. The only home game of the three will be Saturday, sandwiched between visits to Langley Friday night and Sunday afternoon. The weekend will begin w ith the teams occupying with the top two spots in the BCHL’s Mainland division. The Chiefs rank first w ith 46 points in 36 with games. The Rivermen, coached by the Chiefs all time leader in games played (222) and penalty minutes (772) Bobby Henderson are just one point back, but they have played three more games. The Chiefs lead the season series with two w ins in the first three wins meetings. The Chiefs will also be donning a different set of retro jerseys Saturday night. It’s an interesting jjersey, ersey, that goes by the name of ‘Rage.’ Looking at it now it’s hard to understand the decision process in deciding to switch from the original red white and blue jerseys to these back in 1998. But I absolutely love the look which is attributable to the success the team had wearing it. It started with the first yyear ear they wore them, advancing to the BCHL finals in 1999 and knocking off a juggernaut Surrey Eagles team in the semi finals in what was the most thrilling playoff series the Chiefs have ever played in. It continued the following season when they captured their second league championship and w ent on to finish third and went the national champion-

ships in Fort McMurrayy Alberta. Two years later theyy iced what was in my opinion the best Chiefs team of all time, the 2001-02 edition that went 46-10-1-3 during the regular season and won BCHL and Doyle Cup Championships. Their final record including all playoff games was 68-18-1-3. They out-scored theirr opposition 341-213 during the regular season and 493-315 including playoffs. Jeff Tambellini led the league with 117 points. Micah Sanford (105), Matt Gibbons (101) and David Van Der Gulik k (100) joined him as members of the 100 point club. Gabe Gauthier sat out the final few games with an injury and finished with 99 points. Three members off that team, Tambellini, Gauthier and Van Derr Gulik went on to play in the NHL. In 2003 those jerseys had one more league finals appearance in them. The final tallyy was seven seasons, fourr league finals appearances, two league championships and a Doyle Cup championship. Yeah I like those jerseys just fine. As part of this 25th anniversary season, fans will have the chance to vote for who they think k will are the best Chiefs players of all time. More details will be announced next week on both The Progress and the Chiefs website. The list will start with 100 players and fan votes will help get that list down to 25 and then down to the final dream team off six. I think we may see a rage jersey wearer or two on that final list. jb@chilliwackchiefs.net

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Cougars in a crucial two-game set at Abbotsford’s Envision Athletic Centre, with tip-off times set for 6 p.m. Friday and 5 p.m. Saturday. UFV finds itself on the bubble in the race for one of the three Explorers division playoff spots. They currently hold down third place with a 4-4 record, a game ahead of Mount Royal and the UBC Okanagan

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Susan who was born in Boissevain, Manitoba. As a member of the 4H Club she developed her creativity which showed itself in the many craft activities she enjoyed and shared throughout her life. After marrying Wayne in Brandon Manitoba they spent six years in Calgary before settling in Chilliwack in 1978. Susan worked as a care aide and activitiy aide at Parkhold Lodge for many years. She demonstrated leadership and love of her work through her compassionate care for the residents of the Lodge. She gave willingly of her time for the well being of others through her long standing association with the local Kinnette Club. Susan was predeceased by her parents Alice and Herbert Chester. She leaves behind Wayne (her husband of 44 years), her sons Stephen (Candace) and Jonathen (Amanda); her daughters Marian and Jennipher (Scott). As well as her two brothers, Jim (Bonnie) and Gordon (Renee); her sisters Diane (Lloyd) and Kay (Del). This “Rockin’ Grandma” was also very invloved with her nine grandchildren who will miss her very much. Many crafts and fun times were created through their special bond. Susan has a very special place in the hearts of her family and friends and was always quick to give a smile and her “special wink.” Many sincere thanks to out to the nurses and doctors at the Chilliwack and Abbotsford hospitals. Their care and guidance provided many positive moments during her stay. A celebration of life will be held at St. Thomas Anglican Church on January 19, 2015 at 2:00pm. Reception to follow in the hall.

Jack Ballam, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5 at Chilliwack General Hospital with his wife Margaret by his side. Jack was born on October 20, 1920 in Chilliwack, BC and was the fifth child of Harry and Isabella Ballam of Fairfield Island. He is predeceased by his sister Carrie, brothers Will, Casey & Bob, first wife Veva, and infant grandchild Leslie. Survived by his wife Margaret, younger sisters Velma (Evan) & Ella (Art), daughter Jackie (Ron), step-son Shane (Cheryl), his grandchildren Malcolm (Bobbie-Anne), Heather (Troy), & Colin (Eryn), his step-grandchildren Brighton & Brooklyn, his great-grandchildren Daniel, Libby, Elly, Keith, Cole, Callum, Tully, Grayson, Allison, Evlyn, Macrae, Smith, & Ewan and his numerous nieces and nephews. In the early years, he worked mostly around Chilliwack and then served in the RCAF stationed in Canada during the war years. After the war, Jack was a faller and logger for over 30 years in the Vancouver, Vancouver Island, and Harrison areas. He enjoyed the lumberjack life style and often talked about his logging years, especially the great meals in the logging camps. Jack knew how to work and he did it well. In his retirement, he continued to work hard and stayed very physical. He enjoyed cutting & splitting firewood, falling trees for neighbors, raising pigs, milking cows, haying, cutting thistles, socializing while on the “milk run”, and doing the chores…always to be accompanied by a good meal or a coffee break. In the later years, he thoroughly enjoyed having the great-grandchildren running amuck and treating them to jelly beans. He will be missed. A special thank-you to all the staff, nurses, and doctors at Chilliwack Hospital for their care, support, and compassion, especially family physician Dr. Gordon Enns. No funeral will be held at his request. A memorial tea will take place at Cooke’s Presbyterian Church Hall Wellington Ave, Chilliwack, BC on Saturday, January 10 at 2:00PM. All are welcome to attend. Online condolences to the family may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-792-1344

Hermann Karl Bremer was born in Holzminden, Germany, in 1921. He grew up in the hills and forests of the Weserbergland. He later worked as a logger, driving horse teams. He was drafted in 1941, became a POW, first in France, later in England. After the war, Hermann worked at a plywood factory in his home town, until his emigration to Alberta, Canada. His family, wife and three daughters, followed a year later. In 1974, he and his wife, Liselotte, moved to Chilliwack, British Columbia, where he worked as a maintenance carpenter at Fraser Valley Foods. Hermann’s hobby was horses and equestrian activities. He taught his daughters to ride and his special interest was show jumping. Hermann was an active member of the New Apostolic Church, and also, of the Lower Mainland NAC Seniors Group. Hermann had many good friends wherever he lived. His generosity, consistent good humor, and love of banter will be missed by his family and friends. Hermann was predeceased by his wife, Liselotte, in 1997, and his grandson, Stephen (Schoeffel) in 2006. He is survived by his daughters, Christine (Rainer) Schoeffel, Marianne Jerry, Inge (Robert) Trueman and Evelyn Bremer, as well as 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A service of remembrance will be held at the New Apostolic Church, 6665 Beaufort Road, Chilliwack, on January 17th at 2pm. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chilliwack General Hospital or the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation. For online condolences, please visit www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home (604) 792-1344

Chapple Allan Earl Allan Earl Chapple passed away in the early morning of December 26, 2014 in Chilliwack, BC at the age of 90 years. Allan was born on February 28, 1924 in Sarnia, ON to Earl and Hattie Chapple. He married his wife Beatrice in 1951 and moved his family across Canada to Aldergrove, BC in 1967. Allan is survived by his brother Bruce, his children Fred (Michelle), Bill, Ed, Ann (Albert), and Sandra (Rick), 13 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his daughter Nancy, stepdaughter Shirley, grandson Devon, sister Dorothy, and brothers Norman, Howard and Wilfred. Allan was an avid fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors. He was fond of bluegrass music and talented at playing the mandolin and the fiddle. Allan was dearly loved and will be remembered and greatly missed. The family would like to thank Dr. Hopkins for his ongoing care, as well as the staff at Logan Manor in Agassiz and Cascade Lodge in Chilliwack.

COURTNEY, Annee July 14, 1979 December 24, 2014 Annee Marie Elizabeth Courtney (nee: Pike) passed away peace-

fully surrounded by her loving family. Annee leaves her husband, Jaden and their daughter, Madilyn of St. Albert; mother, Beverley Peacock and brother, Arthur Pike of Vancouver, BC; father, Robert Pike of Calgary, AB; and many family from Alberta, British Columbia and England. Annee was born and raised in Calgary before she moved to the lower mainland as a teenager. She was very active and enjoyed outdoor activities like running, rock climbing and canoeing. Her passion for kinesiology and physical education led her to work on a master’s degree while teaching first year university classes and assessing applicants for the RCMP. The last few years have been a challenge for Annee and her family as she fought hard to recover from illness that required a double lung transplant. Her determination, positive attitude and respect for others, left an impression and a deep admiration from those fortunate enough to have known her. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 15, 2015 at ConnellyMcKinley St. Albert Funeral Home, 9 Muir Drive, St. Albert, Alberta. The family would like to thank the Transplant Team at the University of Alberta Hospital for their compassion, commitment, and excellence in Annee’s care over the years. In lieu of flowers the family would ask support for the Canadian Transplant Association or Cystic Fibrosis Canada. To send condolences please visit: www.connelly-mckinley.com

Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home ST. ALBERT FUNERAL HOME 9 Muir Drive, St. Albert, Alberta, 780-458-2222

Dellaire Lorne, Joseph Lorne Joseph Dellaire passed away on December 30, 2014 at Chilliwack, BC at the age of 95 years. He was born April 8, 1919 in Dacre, Ontario. Lorne is survived by his wife Doris, his daughter, Barbara Turner; granddaughter, Susan (Phil) Masse; great grandchildren Brittnie, Chantel and Lucas Masse. He is also survived by his brothers, Henry, Eddie, Freddie and Victor Dellaire and his sister, Evelyn Graham. Lorne was predeceased by his sisters Violet Lacourse, Genevieve Easy and Bernice Launtry, his brother Raymond Dellaire and granddaughter Lisa Goosen. The family wishes to thank the Fraser Valley Pallative Care Group and We Care. There will be no service. Online condolences to the family may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-792-1344

Hiller, Albert The fascinating life of Albert Hiller ended on December 30, 2014. Albert was born December 6, 1928 in Saskatchewan. He moved to Chilliwack as a young boy. Albert’s life path took him from work on passenger rail, to working in “Queen Charlotte” on log booms, to farming, where he met his devoted wife, Violet. Albert settled on Lumsden Road with his family. In 1956, he had a logging accident that left him a paraplegic. Albert is predeceased by his wife Violet. He is survived by family and friends who remember his courage, determination, self-discipline and virtue. There is no service by request, however if friends so desire, the family asks that you consider a donation to the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation to support the GF Strong Rehab Centre. Donations may be made online at vghfoundation.ca/donate; by phone by calling 1-604-875-4676 or by mail to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, # 190-855 12th Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9 Online condolences to the family may be left at www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-792-1344

FISHER Robert Andrew Robert passed away peacefully at home in Chilliwack, BC on December 25, 2014. He was born on April 21, 1932 in Parry Sound, Ontario and his parents were James and Alice Fisher. Robert was the youngest of 12 children. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret and his grandson Grayson. He will be forever missed by his children; Jean (Brian), Russell, Mark (Sandra), Colin (Nicole), Fiona, Derek (Tara); grandchildren; Morgan (Jamie), Jordan, Raelene, Kimberly (Devon), Marlee, Amelia; great grandchildren Mckenzie and Serah. Robert left Ontario when he was a young man and moved to Vancouver where he met and married Sonia Reese and started his family. He did various jobs until settling into a truck driving job at Imperial Oil Ltd., where he worked for over 25 years. In 1972 Robert moved to Abbotsford and then in 1976 he got the long haul itch and bought his first truck. He spent the rest of his career on the road. In 1985 Robert married Margaret Jessop. Later in his career when the children were older Robert and Margaret would go trucking together, travelling all over the States and Canada; having many fun times stopping over in Vegas or Reno. Robert and Margaret moved to Chilliwack when he retired to be close to children and grandchildren. There will be a Celebration of Life held for Robert at Jubilee Hall, 7989 Bradner Road, Abbotsford on January 31, 2015 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

MASH June Hazel She passed away quietly battling cancer on January 2, 2015 at Cascade Hospice at the age of 97 years. Born in Vancouver on Aug. 13, 1917 to parents George and MaryJane Abercrombie, June married Jack Mash in Vancouver on July 5, 1944. She worked at BC Tel in the 194050’s and later worked at Sears in Burnaby. Luck and genetics were both on her side as she had no operations, no arthritis and didn’t take any medication on a regular basis. June leaves to mourn and will be lovingly remembered by daughter Cheryl (Bill) Polukoshko, son Brent (Gayle nee Cowie); grandchildren Kimberlee (BJ) Broitman, Cheri (David) Dyck, Jenny (Derek) Stark, Ryan (Tanyss) Mash and Joel Mash; great-grandchildren, Whitney, Ceydie, Jack, Olivia, Avery, Payton and Ayla. June was predeceased by her husband Jack and brothers Sandy and Rusty. Special thanks to all her caregivers at Cascade Hospice for their excellent care. There will be no service by her request. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 604-793-4555

Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885

McKinnon John Clarence 1927 - 2014

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of John Clarence McKinnon on December 30, 2014 at the age of 87 years. He is predeceased by his mother Eva and father, David; sisters Phyllis and Ethyl; brothers, Gerald and Marvin Ross. He will be greatly missed by his sisters, Olive and Ellen (Ernie); many nieces and nephews; also his extended Chilliwack family, Marlene and Jim, Sandy, Nick and Carter. He will be sincerely missed. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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Please mention the job title of the position you are applying for in your cover letter. The complete job posting can be viewed on our website under ‘Come Work With Us / Employment’: www.comserv.bc.ca. No phone calls please. Closing Date: 12:00 Noon, January 13, 2015 45938 Wellington Avenue Chilliwack, BC V2P 2C7 ph: 604.792.4267 fax: 604.792.6575

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Join our team in a busy fast paced environment! Also considering part time positions for entry level. Experience an asset. Must have ﬂexible hours. Please submit resume in person Monday-Thursday 8am-11am, 3pm-5pm or after 8pm.

Anne Marie Martens

April 30, 1929 – January 4, 2015

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Anne Marie Martens went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2015. She passed away in her Lynwood home at the age of 85. Anne was born in Harris, SK and spent most of her growing up years on the southern Alberta prairies where she met, fell in love with, and married William Martens. They began their married life together in the Fraser Valley where they established their lives, a business but most importantly to Anne, their family. Anne had a keen eye for colour and natural beauty which she expressed through gardening and painting. A heart full of compassion, she gave of her time, energy and resources to any in need and spent many years as a volunteer for MCC. She will be fondly remembered for her servant heart and her gracious hospitality which was always distributed without restraint. (Even coffee was a meal!) We are blessed by her legacy of Christian-faith, hope and love. Anne will be lovingly remembered by her children Dennis (Karin), Dick (Vicki), Doug (Carolyn), and Kristi (Reinhard); grandchildren Trevor (Krystal), Kelli (Derek), Daelyn (Jeff), Andrea (Shawn), Rachel (Tim), Mathew (Stephanie), Lyndsay (Andrew), Bryce (Rosanna), Silas and Sam; great grandchildren Linden, Maliyah, Claire, Desiree and Gale William. She was predeceased by her husband William Martens, parents Henry & Anna Goerzen, sisters Nell Enns and Helen Redekop and brother Hank Goerzen. A special thanks to all the staff and friends at the Lynwood Retirement community. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, January 12, 2015 at Eden Mennonite Church, 46551 Chilliwack Central Road; Pastor Rob Brown officiating. The Celebration of Life will be followed by a time of coffee and fellowship in the church basement. Memorial donations may be made in Anne’s name to the Mennonite Central Committee.

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ELECTRICAL

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

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Production Supervisor

Currently there is a full time, permanent position open for Production Supervisor. This position offers a unique and diverse role in an environment with high productivity and quick crop rotations. Responsibilities • Work closely with Operations Manager to manage all production activities including harvesting, planting, soil preparation. • Working with a dynamic team of individuals in production, supervising them in a way that fosters their professional development. • Ensure high level of production while remaining committed to the Quik’s Farm quality standards Qualifications • Ability to take leadership role and display personal initiative while building strong working relationships with other team members • Ability to operate machinery and equipment such as tractor’s, forklifts, specialized harvesting machines, and planting machinery. • Outstanding communication, problem solving, and negotiation skills, and the ability to work well and be resourceful in fast-paced and demanding situations. • Strong organizational and planning skills • Ability to adjust to flexible working hours. • Mastery of Spanish and/or Dutch language an asset. The right applicant will have substantial career opportunities within the Quik’s Farm team. We offer competitive wages based on commitment and value to our company. Please apply by sending your cover letter and resume addressed to Andries Quik via email to Andries@quikfarm.ca or in person at our Head Office located on 8340 Prest Road, Chilliwack, BC

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NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.344.1069

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Quik's Farm Ltd. is a wholesale cut flower grower based in Chilliwack, B.C. with 8 acres of indoor growing space, and 10 acres of seasonal outdoor. Quik’s Farm is geared towards the intense production of cut Chrysanthemum, Oriental Lily and Alstroemeria, utilizing state of the art growing systems and leading edge technology to produce highly qualitative products for our diverse customer base throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest USA.

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

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HIRING DRIVERS Wood Chip Haul Seeking qualified drivers for immediate openings in Chilliwack, BC for chip hauling. We offer: • Full Time, Year Round Work • Home Every Day • Competitive Wage, Benefits & Pension You possess: • Super B driving experience • A clean drivers abstract • References We are an equal opportunity Employer and we are strongly encouraging First Nations peoples to apply. Online: jobs.arrow.ca, Email:jobs@arrow.ca, Fax:250-314-1750, Phone: 1-877-700-4445

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GARAGE SALES

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $97,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $72,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

FLEA MARKET

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1 & 2 bedrooms Luxury apartments in an adult oriented bldg. 5 appliances, u/g parking, no pets. Certified crime free. On site Resident Managers

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

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms

Abbotsford Exhibition Park TRETHEWEY @ MACLURE AVE

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

~ SUNDAYS ONLY ~ 6 am to 4 pm Phone 604-859-7540 New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $82,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

FEED & HAY

FEEDER HAY $180 per ton in 3 x 4 square bales. Delivery avail. Sawdust & Shavings. 1- (250)838-6630

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PETS

9mo old PIT BULL MALE PUPPY. All shots, neutered, licensed. Comes with dog house, bed, food, treats. $700. 778-869-6023

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

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MISC. FOR SALE

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 NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND PUPS Ready Feb. 15. Reg’d. Vet checked http://vigelandkennels.ca 604-823-2259 TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. 2 females. 1 white, 1 cream. $800 each. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Wanted to buy ind/comm mid/v lrg bldg. Or resid. Must be reas. Best deal. rrw1@telus.net 604-997-6078

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Chilliwack. 2 bdrm condo, 5 appl., close to schools & bus, ref’s & lease required. $795/m + util. Call (604)392-6265

Babies of 2014 MA AURICE

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MOTEL ROOMS - Bridal Falls. Newly renovated. Kitchenette avail. Available monthly to May 15. Starting at $700/m+DD. Wifi internet avail . N/s, n/p. Call (604)794-7710

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Sadie Melissa

2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford

SUITES, LOWER

SARDIS: 1 bdrm grnd/flr, suit 1 mature person only, ns/np. Avail now. $650/mo incl utils. 604-858-4356.

30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666

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

1998 HONDA CIVIC 2 dr, auto Aircared. STK#652. $2,495. 2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr, auto, fully loaded. Only this week! STK#546. $3,900. 2002 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, fully loaded. STK#547. $4,900. 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#648 $4,900. 2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900. 2007 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto, full load, STK#603 $7,900. 2008 HONDA CIVIC, 2 dr, auto, sunroof, fully loaded. STK#642. $9,900. 2009 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto. STK#606. $10,900. 2009 KIA SPORTAGE, 4 dr, auto, full load, runs good. STK# 624 $10,900. 2012 NISSAN SENTRA, 4 dr auto, sedan, full load, black. STK#614 $12,900. 2011 NISSAN ALTIMA. 4 dr, auto, sedan, fully loaded, sunroof. STK#641. $14,900. 2013 TOYOTA COROLLA, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, standard STK#639. $15,500. 2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4 X 4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

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CHILLIWACK. Lrg 4-bdrm 1675 sq. ft. N/s, n/p. Avail. immed. $1200 + utils. Refs req’d. (778)926-5908

Chilliwack, senior building 55+ building. 1 bdrm, $560/m. Close to shopping, heat, hot water & cable incl. avail Feb 1. (604)703-9076

TRANSPORTATION

CHILLIWACK. The Vibe - 1 Bd + den $750; avail Jan. 1. State of the art electronic security and access control system. Call Stratatech, Wayne, 604 799 0259.

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-721-4528

CHILLIWACK. THE VIBE. 2 bdrm $825, Jan 16 & 2 bdrm $900, Jan 1. State of the art electronic security and access control system. Call Stratatech, Wayne, 604 799 0259.

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T. Marlowe Manor 1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz (Under new Management)

Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$600/m. Also, new construction, condo quality l bdrm...$650

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33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888

Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences. Available now. Call 604-703-3405

1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $2,900. 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.

fairview & fairhaven February, 2013 Lisa & Harry

Apartments

Beautiful, crime-free certified,

55+

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715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Chilliwack 3 bdrm upper flr duplex freshly painted own drwy & carport. quiet residential street NP/NS $1200 incl util 1-604-940-0419 aft 6

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Parent’s Name: Baby’s Name: Birthdate: 45860 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 6H9

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ROOM & BOARD

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CHILLIWACK. Bachelor apartment , 3 blks to 5 corners, elevator, quiet, gr. level access. $540/m. Heat/hot water. Senior oriented. Avail. Feb 1st. Call Yvonne, 604-793-6941

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HOMES FOR RENT

Rosedale. RV pads available. $420/month + hydro. Cable & Wifi avail. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $75/mo available. call 604-794-7361

CHILLIWACK. Bachelor and 1 bdrm, $520 & $580/m; Laundry hook-ups incl. Ref’s, available now. Call (604)703-9076

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Chilliwack. Long term min. 1 yr. 3 bdrms up. Potential 1 bdrm in-law ste dwn. N/S. N/P. Exc. refs. $1500 + utils. Feb 1. 604-536-4035.

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Chilliwack. 2 bedroom, 850sf, washer & dryer, internet/cable/wifi incl. $900/m. Avail. now. 604-3923332 or 1-778-994-8734

ACREAGE Farm Land House & Barn 23.94 Acres 3 titles call: 604-796-9383

Bole Apartments includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d. (604)792-8974

Agassiz Area:

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

17 suites -1 & 2 bdrms

Heat included, some with balcony views, laminate flrs, quiet, bath bars, free share laundry included, near bus route, close to amenities, n/p, n/s no BBQ’s. Starting at $650/m.

CHILLIWACK. Avail now. Private room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $650/mo. (604)795-0397

1 bdrms start...$550/m Bachelor.........$520/m

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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

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Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit.

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Cedar Apartments Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

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GOLDEN DOODLE puppies. Born Nov. 22. Mom small reg. Golden x Dad small 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/out, good w/kids/animals, low/no shed) Our dogs are part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time & commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support/guidance for life. 1st shots/deworm, $1200, 604-820-4827 Mission

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2014

CLEAR OUT EVENT ON NOW!! SAVE $$$ THOUSANDS! HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION

2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 Dodge Dart SXT

STK# 12561

Dodge Dart Se

Jeep Wrangler

1.4LTurbo Engine, 6-Spd Auto Tran, Uconnect MP3/NAV

Heated front seats, Remote start system, Trailer tow group

WAS $25,715

WAS $43,745

STK# 12967

WAS $28,100

NOW

22,600

23,350

Sahara 4x4

STK# 13110

NOW

32,800

Jeep Wrangler

WAS $52,990

WAS $47,430

Unlimited Sport

STK# 12466

Unlimited Sahara 4x4

NOW

STK# 12556

NOW

42,200

35,500

2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4x4

STK# 12580

JEEP PATRIOT

Jeep Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee

6-Spd Auto Trans, North PLUS Group, Premium Cloth Bucket Seats

6-Spd Auto Trans, North PLUS Group, 2.4L Engine

2.4L Engine, 9-Spd Auto Trans, Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats

3.6L Engine, 8-Spd Auto Trans, Rear DVD Entertainment Center

WAS $32,373

WAS $32,162

WAS $27,740

WAS $66,760

SPORT 4x4

WAS $44,970

NOW

STK# 12954

NOW

34,200

22,000

SPORT 4x4

STK# 12854

NOW

22,000

SPORT

STK# 12800

STK# 12852

NOW

23,400

2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 OVERLAND

STK# 12419

Dodge Durango

RAM 1500 Crew Cab

RAM 1500 Sport

Dodge Charger

8-Spd Auto Trans, Uconnect NAV, Power Sunroof

Power Sunroof, Remote Start, Rear Back-up Camera

Sport Performance Hood, 8-Spd Auto Trans, Park Assist System

5-Spd Auto Trans, 6.4L Engine, Harman Kardon Autio

WAS $60,900

WAS $64,012

WAS $64,090

WAS $59,785

R/T AWD

WAS $71,425

NOW

59,400

STK# 12964

NOW

55,060

2014

Sport 4x4 - 140.5" WB

STK# 12882

NOW

42,909

STK# 12938

NOW

42,795

5 IN STOCK STARTING FROM $47,876

Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn Edition 4x4 Crew Cab - 140.5" WB

WAS $70,303

WAS $70,092

NOW

STK# 12975

47,876

8-Spd Auto Trans, ParkSense Park Assit System, Power Sunroof

DLN 5952

STK# 12979

47,906

All prices are net of any and all rebates. Tax and documentaion fee (549) extra. *Copy of customers existing truck registration dealer loyalty program.

45730 HOCKING AVENUE Corner of Hocking & Yale Road, Chilliwack

STK# 13033

50,230

5.7L HEMI Engine, Air Suspension 4-Corner, 8-Spd Auto Trans

STK# 12974

50,230

Trailer Tow Mirrors & Brakes, Power Sunroof, Park Assist System

SRT8 RWD

STK# 12446

NOW

51,390

2014 WAS $70,303

STK# 13031

NOW

50,230

8-Spd Auto Trans, Power Sunroof, Park Assist System

SHOP FROM HOME: www.oconnorchrysler.com CALL US OR EMAIL FOR

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Jeep Grand Cherokee

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2014

CLEAR OUT EVENT ON NOW!! SAVE $$$ THOUSANDS! HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION

2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 Dodge Charger

ChryslerTown&Country

5-Spd Auto Trans, 6.4L HEMI Engine, Steering Wheel Mounted Shift Control

WAS $56,241

SRT8 Super Bee

STK# 12851

NOW

47,700

Dodge Caravan

Keyless Enter-N-Go, Power Sunroof, 6-Spd Auto Trans

Express Package, Uconnect HandsFree, Climate Group

Single DVD Entertainment, SXT Plus, Uconnect Hands-Free

Uconnect Nav, Single DVD Entertainment, 6-Spd Auto Trans

WAS $57,132

WAS $36,191

WAS $43,189

WAS $48,152

Touring L

STK# 12914

NOW

38,990

STK# 12943

NOW

STK# 12760

NOW

Dodge GrandCAravan

Crew Full Load

STK# 12769

NOW

27,210

32,275

2014 2014 2014 2014 2014 Ram 3500 Crew Cab Laramie 4x4

STK# 12820

Ram 1500 ST

4x2 120.5" WB

STK# 12810

149”/6 ft. 4 inch Box, 6.7L Turbo Diesel Engine, Remote Start

5.7L HEMI Engine, 6-Spd Auto Trans, Uconnect 5.0

WAS $86,890

WAS $33,356

NOW

61,860

2014

NOW

20,610

STK# 13213

3.0L Turbo Diesel Engine, Rear Backup Camera, Uconnect 5.0

WAS $51,670

NOW

41,846

2014

RAM Promaster

WAS $32,175

WAS $42,815

WAS $43,815

Quad Cab 140.5" WB

STK# 12979

NOW

19,895

2500 High

STK# 12315

NOW

34,840

STK# 13170

NOW

29,999

3.6L V6 Engine, Single DVD Entertainment, SXT Plus Group, Climate Group, Uconnect

WAS $41,970

STK# 12342

Total - $10,000

NOW

29,999

WAS $42,130

WAS $42,611

NOW

29,999

DLN 5952

29,999

All prices are net of any and all rebates. Tax and documentaion fee (549) extra. *Copy of customers existing truck registration dealer loyalty program.

45730 HOCKING AVENUE Corner of Hocking & Yale Road, Chilliwack

STK# 12748

40,100

Payment - Only $63

WAS $42,930

STK# 12764

NOW

Sears - $1,850 Visa - $2,950 MasterCard - $3,450 Bobby’s New Skates - $650 Sally’s New Dress - $425 Mom’s Makeover - $675

WAS $42,920

STK# 12155

STK# 12251

CONSOLIDATION

Dodge Caravan SE 2014 2014 WAS $42,215

2500 High

KING OF

7 TO CHOOSE FROM! YOUR CHOICE $29,999

Ram Promaster 2500 Standard

Ram 1500 ST 4x4

29,999

STK# 12681

29,999

2014 WAS $42,369

STK# 12678

NOW

29,999

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