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Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Sto:lo leaders are now looking to the province to stop a proposed hazardous waste recycling plant from being built in Chilliwack without their consent. B.C. Environment Ministry officials told The Progress last week the riverside waste facility will not be built — unless it’s deemed “safe.” Sto:lo Tribal Council Grand Chiefs Doug Kelly and Clarence Pennier wrote Environment Minister Mary Polak to say they weren’t consulted during the rezoning of the site for the recycling plant on Cannor Road in Chilliwack, less than 200 metres from the river. “Despite the obvious hazards associated with handling toxic waste near the Fraser River, and within our Traditional Territory, the City did not consult with the Sto:lo before approving the rezoning for the Waste Project,” they wrote in the letter to the minister. The chiefs did acknowledge the city’s relationship and duties to the Sto:lo are different than those of the province. Citing the Tsilhqot’in decision from the Supreme Court of Canada, their position is that the Aevitas waste project infringes on their aboriginal rights and title, and demanded an immediate meeting with the minister last month. They stated they could not envision any waste plant proposal that would be “acceptable,” on the flood plain of the Fraser River. “It is our view that, in the face of our very good claim for title, the Province should seek our consent before approving the Waste Project.” The Ontario-based proponent, Aevitas Inc., plans to recycle metal, glass and mercury from light bulbs and remove the PCBs from low-level PCB laden transformer oil for re-use. Continued: WASTE/ p4

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Local Harvest rezoning held at third reading Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The farmer from Local Harvest Market wanted to talk about the importance eating local food with greater consciousness at city hall. Chilliwack council was supportive last Tuesday night, but also emphasized the urgent need to bring the business into compliance with bylaws, and code regulations. Local Harvest Market owner Dan Oostenbrink was given just under three months to work with city staff on outstanding issues around the retail aspects of the farm operation. A public hearing Tuesday was held to rezone a portion of the land on Lickman Road from an

AL (Agriculture Lowland) Zone to an AC (Agriculture Commercial) Zone, in order to allow the continued operation of the two-year-old business inside the main building on Lickman Road. The rezoning was later approved in principle, but held at third reading. Mayor Sharon Gaetz called Oostenbrink “a pioneer” and said she appreciated he was bringing attention to the growing local food movement. “But I am not happy with some of how this is being done,” she said. The revamped barn structure used to house some of the retail isn’t up to code, or considered suitable for high occupancy use.

Oostenbrink admitted to council after being pressed on the issue, that he was aware he’d been operating without certain permits in violation of bylaws. He noted he’s been made to feel what they were doing was “illegal” at the site, having started as a roadside veggie operation. Changes at Local Harvest in the past three years ranged from greenhouse construction, to herb and vegetable production in the fields, as well as the addition of a café with hot food, and a farm market inside a renovated barn structure, with added partners. Renovations were made to the main building “without benefit of approval and issuance of appropriate (city) Building Permits and for-

malization of the Agricultural Land Commission’s approval through zoning,” according to the staff report in the Jan. 21 council agenda. Regarding when the applicant said about feeling what they were doing “was illegal,” the mayor said: “And it simply is. “That’s why I would like to encourage you to work with staff on this. The rest of the community is watching.” Oostenbrink was the only presenter at the public hearing. He explained the goal of Local Harvest was to “reconnect people with farm grown food” through the experience of eating what they have grown right there on-site. Continued: HARVEST/ p5

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District to analyze French immersion departures Jessica Peters The Progress Why are they leaving? That’s the question school district staff will try to answer in an attempt to better understand French immersion needs in Chilliwack. While the new early French immersion programs numbers are strong, a large number of senior secondary students who entered in Grade 6 aren’t staying in immersion through to graduation. Assistant superintendent Rohan Arul-pragasam presented a report to the board earlier this year that outlines the dramatic drop in numbers from Grade 6 entry into the immersion program, through to

graduation. He was requesting direction in following through on a more in-depth study. It isn’t hard to see the trend as they leave, but Arul-pragasam is more interested in finding out why they’re leaving. Tracing this year’s graduating class back to Grade 6 enrollment in 2008, there were 88 students. Today, there are 58 students left in that same class. Some of the reasoning may be in location of the programs, Arul-pragasam said. Forty kids in the 2015 grad class attended Grade 6 classes on the north side (at Little Mountain and Strathcona), and 44 attended Sardis elementary. The following year, the 88 students dropped by three and Little

Mountain lost its LFI class. All the LFI kids moved onto middle school, with a choice between Chilliwack middle on the north side, and Vedder middle on the south side. The majority (51 of the 85) chose Vedder, and the number of LFI students on the north side dropped to 34. As they moved to Grade 8, another five students left the program, two from CMS and three from Vedder. That number stayed steady through Grade 9, when the students on the north side had a very big choice to make. With no French program at Chilliwack secondary, do they bus to Sardis secondary every day for the next three years, or quit French immersion?

The answer is somewhat in the numbers. In Grade 10, only 66 of that original 2008 class was still enrolling in French immersion. In Grade 11, that number dropped again, to 61. This year, there are 58 students left, making up two classes in Sardis secondary. The pattern seems to show that with immersion courses in Chilliwack, it’s all about location. But Arul-pragasam point that without tracking each student’s path, it’s dangerous to jump to conclusions. There are many other factors at play, some of the trustees noted. Students may want to stay with their peer groups, or just lose interest in the studies. There are

those who moved away, students who struggle with the workload, or entering a trades program, or wanting to try the many elective programs at Chilliwack secondary, trustees suggested. Still, Arul-pragasam wants to study the trend in-depth, for a few reasons. Years ago, French immersion was offered on the north side. Now that the district offers Early French Immersion, they are projecting the need to grow over the next ten years as those EFI students grow up. The board agreed the issue needs more in-depth analysis, and are hoping to see another report from staff by this September. jpeters@theprogress.com

New chapter after 85 years Eric Welsh The Progress The end of an era has arrived at the corner of Yale Road and Ontario Avenue, with one of Chilliwack’s oldest family-owned businesses moving away to make way for a new development. Since the 1920s the Edwards family has occupied the piece of Chilliwack land that sits next to Southgate Shopping Centre, across the street from the Friendly Banners Restaurant. Leo Edwards and his wife, Clarinda, started with a house and a small lot, purchased for $500. That’s where they raised six children. In order, there were big brothers Phil, Wilf and Jim. He was followed by younger sisters Caril and Anna and the baby of the family, little brother Tracy. Over the years the Edwards clan purchased adjacent land and got into business for themselves, starting in 1931 with a five-bay service station, then a Mazda dealership and then a marine dealership, thriving in the heyday of Chilliwack’s downtown area. Other businesses came and went while the Edwards family remained. “This is the 85th year,” Jim said recently. “At one time we had somewhere around 12 or 15 Edwardses employed. My brothers were all mechanics. We had grandsons and granddaughters. Husbands and wives.” Jim is 80 years old. From then to now he has been the anchor, and the Edwards clan have served as constants in a sea of change. But all things come to an end, and two years ago, in the midst

of financial strife brought on by the economic slowdown, Jim quietly sold the property to Lakeshore Ventures Ltd. “We were selling over 100 Campion boats, and a few aluminum boats a year, and at one point we were the biggest Legend Boats dealer in Canada,” Jim said proudly. “But when the recession hit, the fibre-glass boat market fell off the map. And it’s only now, in the last year or so, that it’s starting to come back.” And now it’s time to leave. Jim spent all of January packing up decades of paperwork, getting ready for a move to a new home, next to Rona on Yale Road in the spot formerly inhabited by GWG Rentals. Jim’s new building makes sense for a lot of reasons. It’s more visible, with the ability to leave boats outside (rather than taking them out in the morning and in at night). The property tax bill is significantly less than what he’s been paying, cut from $325,000 to $150,000. Though he’s melancholy about leaving, Jim’s also excited and looking forward to the challenge of new surroundings. “We’ve had lots of people coming through the door lately saying, ‘What’s going on? Where am I going to get my boat serviced?’” Jim said. “And I’ve been telling them, ‘We’re not quitting. We’re just moving.” The old building, where he spent thousands of hours, will quietly be knocked down, probably within the next week. It will soon be replaced by Edwards Crossing, a seven-unit commercial devel-

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opment that will feature a drivethrough coffee shop. The name of the development is a nod to the history of the corner and the family that made it home. Once completed, old pictures will be displayed on the walls of at least one of the businesses at Edwards Crossing, integrating the past with the present. “It’s maybe kind of a strange thing, but I come from a family business as well and it just seemed right to honour Jim and his family for what they’ve meant to the community,” said Hiebert, who has come to consider Jim a friend and not just a business contact. “My dad started Cooperators Insurance in Abbotsford around 45 years ago. My brother came in 38 years ago and I came in 28 years ago. So we get the whole family business thing.”

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permits. Coun. Ken Popove asked why they didn’t go through the proper permit process before opening, the reply was that they were told it would take $250,000 to bring it up to code. Coun. Chris Kloot said

council wished them the best but wanted to make sure they were not “setting precedent.” There’s very little leeway provided in BC Building code, said staff, for the flexibility the applicant was asking for. Coun. Sam

Waddington said he wished them well, but would feel more comfortable in his support if they were brought into compliance. The rezoning was given three readings by council and it will be held there, pending efforts by staff and the applicant to work together to resolve the outstanding issues. Only after the rezoning gets final approval will a building permit be issued. “I will do my utmost

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It’s about sustainability, too. Oostenbrink said the costs of bringing everything up to code would be very cost prohibitive for the nascent venture. “We have discovered that our off-season cash flow depends heavily on offering our customers value-added food. Without a bistro and other value-added products, we’d be forced to lay off most of our staff through the winter and close our doors.” The problem is the rules restrict the retail space to just a 100 square metre area. “That’s basically 10 by 10,” said Oostenbrink, adding that small space, where 50 per cent must come from their farm, “can in no way represent” what they produce on the 30 acres, and sell from their farm and other local farms. He called the situation and its restrictions “ludicrous” and asked for those in power to offer support and flexibility as he attempts to move from a temporary structure into a more permanent one. “I believe we should be eating with a greater consciousness of where our food comes from,” he said. “We should be asking, how did this food get to my plate? Who picked

it?” He later asked if it were possible to sell out of a greenhouse, looking for creative ways around the conundrum, and said he would do his “utmost” to fix the problem with the inadequate building. “I hope we can move forward in a way that promotes local food.” Oostenbrink wrote about the issue on his Facebook page, and read out sections of it at the meeting: “The second reason we’ve been forced to rezone is because it is illegal to sell hot or cold food items for consumption on agriculture land. Yes, you may process food on farm land. You’re allowed to can, ferment, smoke or dry farm grown food and you’re allowed to sell it for offsite consumption. “But the instant somebody on our property bites into an omelet that’s made using eggs from our pasture run chickens, homegrown tomatoes, peppers, onions with cheese from our neighbours farm we’re committing an offence. “Selling food for onsite consumption is considered a ‘non-farm’ activity and forces us to apply for rezoning. Non-farm use, folks? What’s so non-farmish about eating food on the farm where it was grown or raised?” After the hearing

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B.C. will likely be the only province in Canada to report a balanced budget for the current year and project surpluses for the next three years, Finance Minister Mike de Jong says. In a briefing for reporters on what to expect when the annual budget is presented Feb. 17, de Jong said the surplus for the current year will be larger than the $444 million forecast in November. Corporate and personal income tax has been stronger than expected, but there is no certainty that will continue into the new fiscal year that begins April 1. The second straight surplus after billions in deficits the previous four years will be used to pay down debt, but there is some room for helping poorer people, de Jong said. He hinted that this may include a change to the long-standing practice of deducting spousal child support payments from social assistance and disability payments to single parents. “There are some areas where we believe there

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As the price of gas hovers around $1.05 a litre, the prognostications of $2 gas seem like a distant nightmare. It’s certainly a lot less than the $1.40 a litre we were paying at the pump last summer. The savings amount to about $30 per month per car, depending on the size of the vehicle. If gas prices stay low, we’ll likely also see savings in other consumer goods as transportation costs ease. That extra money could find its way into other segments of the economy. Or into bolstering savings accounts and retirement funds battered in recent years by uncertainty and just the high cost of daily living. But—and there’s always a but —there’s a downside. Canada is an oil-producing country, and the boon of cheaper oil comes with a price. Last week, the Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate to .75 per cent from 1 per cent, the first time its changed that rate since September, 2010. Nobody expected it. Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz said the move was insurance against the potentially destructive effects of cheap oil. Poloz didn’t mince words; he said the drop in the price of oil is “unambiguously bad” for Canada’s economy. Already that’s playing out, as thousands of workers are laid off from the oil fields of Alberta. Those job losses have hit that province’s real estate and retail sectors, downturns that could quickly spread to neighbouring provinces and beyond. The drop in oil prices has been matched by the devaluation of the Canadian dollar, which is now at its lowest point compared to the American dollar in five years. So while pulling up to the gas pump may now put a smile on your face, pay heed to that growing pit in your stomach. It just goes to prove the old adage; we have to be careful what we wish for. ~ Black Press

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Post-secondary ‘re-engineering’ begins VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark’s push to “re-engineer” the B.C. education system is moving ahead aggressively in B.C.’s 25 post-secondary institutions. One of the first tasks for Andrew Wilkinson in his new role as advanced education minister was to outline the shift in operating grants for colleges and universities to in-demand occupations. By 2017, a quarter of the money for post-secondary institutions will be directed to areas where labour force surveys forecast a need. This was greeted with some alarm when it was announced last year. Simon Fraser University president Andrew Petter at first downplayed the coming skills shortage as “relatively small” and warned against pushing post-secondary institutions into a “zero sum battle for dollars.” Petter has since come on board, as his approving comments were

featured in the ministry’s Jan. 26 news release detailing the shift. He and others have been assured that in spite of Clark’s rhetoric, suggesting trades training is in and university is out, the news for SFU and other universities isn’t all that bleak. Wilkinson is completing a Tom province-wide FLETCHER tour of all postsecondary institutions this week, and I reached him at his visit to Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops. “The response to this has generally been pretty good, because the students are putting this pressure on institutions themselves,” he said. “Some of the institutions are … shrinking things like teacher education

and putting more effort into the science-based, quantitative fields that are often related to these indemand occupations.” The surplus of teacher graduates has been noticeable for some time, but that’s largely a function of oversupply, much of it in urban areas. In the Cariboo, for example, teaching jobs are projected to have the highest number of openings by 2022, followed by nursing and retail and wholesale trade managers. Then come heavy duty mechanics and electricians, but also paraprofessional jobs in legal, social, community and educational services. Province-wide, it’s part of a broader demographic shift to fewer children and more retirees. In fact the government started this targeted funding a decade ago with health care, forcing universities to produce more doctors, nurses, lab techs and so forth.

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The retiring baby boom is expected to account for more than half of the openings in the next decade, which will expand the skills demand across most fields, beyond the trades training for the anticipated liquefied natural gas industry and other highdemand industrial areas such as truck driving. Wilkinson notes that of the ministr y’s $1.9 billion budget, about 60 per cent goes into general post-secondar y education, for introductory courses that students take when they are seeking a career path, through undergraduate studies to professions. “So I think the idea that we’re going to somehow minimize or diminish funding in that general education, arts and science category is just not true,” he said. Key to this shift is measuring the performance of courses offered at colleges, universities and technical schools. Each year,

the ministry surveys about 30,000 graduates to find out whether their studies helped them find a related job. The results are available on a website that breaks them out by institution and general study area. To find it, do a web search for “BC student outcomes” and select the “executive dashboard” to check the results for courses and schools in your region. The site provides charts showing the percentage of students who land relevant jobs. Not surprisingly, it tends to be higher for technical programs and lower for fine arts. It also shows grads’ average wages, a sobering but useful bit of information for high school students and their parents. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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A case against gravel mining Re: Gravel debate fired up with new application near Chilliwack Following from the recent January 21, article by Jennifer Feinberg on the application for gravel removal near Seabird Island for February/March 2015, the Fraser River Gravel Stewardship Committee (FRGSC) would like to make a few comments. Firstly, we recognize that the issue of aggregate removal from the Fraser River, over the last 20 years, has been extremely contentious. Notwithstanding the differences that the various sides have, we hope that the ultimate decisions (to be made by the agencies) will be based on the best-available science and engineering. Secondly, over the years the FRGSC has tried to educate the public in regard to the extra-ordinary fisheries, social, ecological and First Nations values of the Fraser River between Mission and Hope, the location of the proposed gravel removal. There are almost 30 species of fish that use this part of the river for spawning and/or rearing and/or migrating, etc., in addition to the myriad of non-fish species of plants, invertebrates, birds and land animals. Much of what makes this section of the Fraser so ecologically special and biologically productive is the presence of these large, old gravel bars; it is these very gravel bars that are being targeted for mining. Thirdly, much of the contention surrounding gravel removal, between Mission and Hope in the Fraser River, has been around the issue as to whether or not gravel removal can provide meaningful benefits for flood protection, and the FRGSC has repeatedly pointed out that the relevant agencies have failed to show this to be true. Thus, in the context of this new

application for gravel removal near Seabird Island for 2015, we state the following: 1. As we understand this proposal, both from direct communication from Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the British Columbia Water Stewardship Division staff, and the actual-project proposal obtained through Access to Information and Privacy, the proposed gravel removal is solely for the purpose of obtaining construction aggregate and there are no known or effective floodprotection benefits to be derived from this project; 2. While the proponent’s application report was replete with errors and omissions, it is clear that this mine will significantly alter and disrupt the stream habitats, change the local hydrology, affect sedimentology, etc., at this location, at least for fish and other species; 3. The proposed gravel is to be taken from an area and type of habitat that is known to be extremely good juvenile Chinook salmon habitat, and will disturb, alter and/or destroy this habitat without any meaningful mitigation or compensation; 4. The location on and within which the proposed mine is situated comprises one of two-knownremaining White Sturgeon spawning habitats in the lower Fraser River (White Sturgeon are a federally-listed species at risk.) The proposed mine-site at Seabird Island appears to be important spawning habitat for lower Fraser River White Sturgeon based on sonar inventory and assessment, and the observation of substantial numbers of mature adults located at this site during the 2013 and 2014 spawning seasons. White Sturgeon eggs/embryos and larvae have also been captured at

this site confirming that spawning truly does take place at this location. Because of the intricate network of channels, and the extra-ordinary numbers of large, mature adult fish seen at this proposed-mining location during the spawning periods, it is probably a particularly rich and critical spawning habitat for lower Fraser White Sturgeon. In summary, the FRGSC is of the opinion that this proposed mine will not only destroy valuable juvenile Chinook salmon rearing habitat, it also has the potential to profoundly impact the spawning and/or incubation habitat of White Sturgeon and it’s embryos at this Seabird Island gravel-mine location. This of considerable concern given that there are, now, fewer-andfewer young fish recruiting into the lower Fraser River White Sturgeon population over the last decade-and-a-half. That is, young sturgeon numbers, which are being born into the population of fish, are in a steep numerical decline; this may be due, in part, to the extensive gravel mining that has taken place in the lower Fraser River, between Mission and Hope, over the last 20 years. To put this proposed project into context, we suggest that mining this location is the White Sturgeon equivalent of putting a gravel mine into the lower Adams River where the world-famous Fraser River sockeye run spawns. The fundamental question is: Why would you allow such a precious piece of British Columbia to be destroyed? We urge the authorizing agencies, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the British Columbia Water Stewardship Division, to refuse this application. Dr. Marvin L. Rosenau Fraser River Gravel Stewardship Committee

Rapid response appreciated My wife and I would like to thank the Chilliwack Paramedics who, while driving by, woke us up at 3:00 am Tuesday, Feb 3/15 to alert us that our pickup truck was on fire in our driveway.

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other vehicles torched the week before as well. This rash of vehicle fires in the area is of great concern as, sooner or later, someone will get seriously hurt or killed by the actions of some lunatic fire bug.

It is disheartening that none of these fires have been reported by either of the local newspapers, as the residents of Chilliwack deserve to know what is happening in their community. Al Cutting

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to form, as the first phase of strategic planning has wrapped up. The school district received 657 responses to a survey it posted online

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The Art in Harms’ Way show opens on Feb. 19 It’s an opportunity to see oil and watercolour paintings by Chilliwack artist and entrepreneur Robert V. Harms. There will be 75 original works on display, some for sale at the upcoming show. The exhibit, Art in Harms’ Way, will be at the Chilliwack Gallery in the Chilliwack Cultural Centre from Feb. 19 to March 28. Harms will also be launching a book about his life and his paintings, Works of Consequence. The artist was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan in 1940. He moved to Chilliwack and attended Chilliwack secondary, graduating 1958, 1959 and finally 1960, with a major in Art, before earning a BA in English and

Psychology from UBC. He took some Pre-Architectural and Art Design courses and in 1969 he completed his Master’s Degree in School Administration, graduating at the top of his class. “Not bad for a dyslexic who was considered to be retarded in the first grade,” he laughs. With all that education he went back to his Alma Mater as a teacher at Chilliwack Senior High School. It was a hesitant start but after two years he was voted the most popular teacher. His years as an art teacher were very productive. He ran his class like an open studio, frequently working alongside his students. There are many Chilliwack residents in their 30s and 40s who remem-

The exhibit, Art in Harms’ Way, opens Feb. 19.

ber Mr. Harms as being a friendly, strict but fair teacher and administrator. Many thank him for steering them towards a career in art and design. The desire to be a true Renaissance man led him to get involved in professional wrestling. He was known in the ring as the ‘Magnificent Mennonite – Canada’s Handsomest Athlete’ and the tagline: ‘with a body that men feared and women desired.’ His parents always told him that Mennonites were pacifists. True to his up bringing, he would “pass a fist” wherever it was needed to defeat his opponents. In his 40th year he realized that he had three bad habits smoking cigars, drinking coffee and teaching school. He decided to give them all up to develop property. His first attempt was a motel idea in which every room would display two original paintings. The motel was never built but he did create some 60 watercolours, which were eventually displayed along with several mosaics and a thousand pound carving of a Unicorn, at a project that was completed, his nightclub “The Blue Unicorn”. The cabaret business allowed him to leave teaching, and eventually also the cabaret business. His investments have allowed him to become the patron of his favorite painter of contemporary oils - himself. He and his wife live on a genteel estate on the Hope River. He built the house on riverfront acreage to showcase his artwork and sense of design. It also contains an art gallery, which is home to the Harms’ permanent collection. Harms quipped he likes to think of it as “The Harmitage.” Artist reception for Art in Harms’ Way is set for Saturday, Feb. 21 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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Christian Reformed Church (9800 McNaught Rd.). Tickets are $10 for students and seniors and $15 for adults. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.chilliwackyouthorchestra. com for more.

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are stacked with beautiful hand-woven baskets, and drawers are filled with arts and crafts supplies. “I didn’t even know I was artistic until the last few years,” she said, flipping through her current sketchbook from a drawing course at the Arts Centre. Her schedule is pretty busy, between time at the pool, in classes, volunteering around Hampton House, and visits with her family. “You haven’t lived until you’ve met this little guy,” she said, looking at a photo of a grandchild. And while she cherishes her family, she also has learned in her life to take time for herself. “After I got divorced I realized I had no personality, nothing,” she said. “I came home one day and I said to Anita (her daughter), ‘I’m going to get a new me. I’m going to Australia.’” She had found a teaching exchange program, and dove into the adventure with wild abandon. While there, she met a

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Seniors step in to salvage Sardis basketball season SARDIS from page 18 When the Falcons were coachless early in the school year, their fate hanging from the thinnest of threads, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have expected a young up-and-comer to come knocking. As the saga unfolded, would anyone have bet money on two retirees riding to the rescue? Harvey wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t short on coaching experience, but his last fulltime basketball gig was nearly three decades ago, when he ran a league for kids 15 and under in Sherwood Park, AB. That was in 1987. Giesbrecht never coached at all before stepping into the Sardis gymnasium in October, his basketball experience coming as a collegiate/recreational player years and years ago. It was an interesting scene as Harvey and Martin addressed their team the first time, a starting step to bridge a generational gap spanning nearly half a century. Kind of a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;show meâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; moment, with the old fellas trying to establish their credentials. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to tell them why we felt we were qualified to coach them, and that if they were willing to accept us, we were willing to help,â&#x20AC;? said Martin, who worked for years in corrections and running a group home for troubled youths. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was the first moment where we started to get to know them and

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they started to get to know us.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being able to talk to them wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to be a problem for either of us,â&#x20AC;? added Harvey, who spent 40 years and countless hours training young employees with McDonalds Restaurants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The boys on this team went from prob-

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By their own admission, neither man would conjure memories of Boston Celtics legend Red Auerbach for their technical knowledge. While Harvey and Martin bring their A game in positive reinforcement, mentoring and motivation,

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Moving into a seniors care facility is a big life decision, possibly one of the biggest. And like all important decisions, it’s one that requires a lot of forethought and discussion. Margaret Kostrzewa, manager of Crystal Ridge Manor, said often the decision to move into care is made too late. “People are waiting too long to go into facilities,” she said. “They have a fall or a scare and then think maybe it’s time to look at it.” Instead, she encourages families to start talking about the possibility early on in life. “Maybe call around and check out some of the facilities,” she suggested. “A lot of people don’t really know what we’re really about. When they think of care homes they think of being really elderly and it kind of scares them.” Many seniors have lived in their homes for up to 40 years, or even longer, she noted. Moving from a longtime family home can be overwhelming, and this is where adult children can really step up and make the transition easier. Visiting care homes without your parents can help narrow down choices for them. Or, Kostrzewa said, popping in casually to check out a care home can be a good option. Many people are resistant to change, and

Preparing to move Fraser Health offers these tips for preparing to move: • Review eligibility for available benefits, such as Guaranteed Income Supplement or Veterans Affairs benefits • Arrange for a Power of Attorney or a Representation Agreement • Talk about future wishes for medical treatment with the family and doctor • Confirm whether the family doctor will continue to provide medical care after the move • Make a list of places that will need a change of address notification, including BC Medical Services Plan, bank, insurance company, and social organizations • Do budget planning to include the costs of residential care accommodation that will be payable on admission and monthly after that Learn more at www.fraserhealth.ca/ seniors.

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it’s important to find a place where mom and dad can feel at home, she added. “We hear this all the time,” she said. “The family comes to us and says their parents don’t want to move. They’re at a time in their life when they need assistance, help with food, or companionship. A good way to open the subject could be when everyone is out and about in the car for a drive. “You can say ‘Let’s just stop in and check out the facilities, because one day you might need it,’” she said. But while it’s important to bring up the subject, it’s also important not to overwhelm them with choices. The benefits to moving into assisted living, in all its various levels, are enormous. Staying healthy is easier with home-made meal options, and calendars full of activities can keep loneliness at bay. One resident gained five pounds within the first month of moving into Crystal Ridge, a direct result of better nutrition. “She looked remarkable,” she said. “Food is a big thing, if you don’t eat properly it affects you day to day.” Every home has different meal options, some with kitchens in the suites and others without. Researching all of the options available should include connecting with Fraser Health, your family doctor, and senior living advisors in homes that offer the services needed. Fraser Health can help figure out which style of housing is affordable, and can provide an assessment for proper placement. Most importantly, don’t put the research off until it’s too late. Wait lists for care homes are unpredictable, with rooms coming up unexpectedly. If moving involves the sale of a home, then getting on that list sooner than later is of utmost importance. “Sometimes it comes up right away, and sometimes it takes six months,” Kostrzewa said. “If you’re looking at selling your home, you need to get on a list.”

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The secret life of lace Jenna Hauck The Progerss Jenny Olthoff holds three dark wooden bobbins in her left hand, each wrapped with yards of white thread. With her other hand, she weaves a fourth bobbin back and fourth through the three taut strands. In about a minute, she’s woven a small leaf into the pattern she’s working on. This is lace making. It’s the intricate art of taking fine threads and twisting, weaving and crossing them over each other to create a variety of things. “It’s a slow process but you end up with something very delicate. It’s an old art form and there’s a delicacy to it that I really enjoy,” says Olthoff, member of the Chilliwack Lace Club. A lot of people think that lace is for the trim of a nightgown, or doilies, but that’s very outdated. The club makes everything from bookmarks to collars, bracelets to jewelry, sashes to clothing, tablecloths to handkerchiefs, and more.

“You can make very modern designs and frame them,” she says. They typically work with special, very fine lace thread, and fine linen or cotton yard. Synthetic threads and yarns are not used as they would make the lace limp. Some have even used wire to make pieces like lace jewelry and figurines that can stand on their own. It takes a lot of patience to make lace. You can’t learn in just a few hours, it takes about 10 to 12 three-hour long lessons. “It’s very good for working the brain,” says Kathy Thomas. “It’s translating the picture (you’re working with) to what you’re making.” “You have to pay attention to what you’re doing,” she adds. “It’s like learning anything, it takes time and practice. Individually, the basic stitches are simple, but it’s combining them that makes it intricate.” Lace has been around for hundreds of years, but it is a fading form of art. There are about 30 guilds in all of Canada, and they are very lucky to have one in Chilliwack, says Olthoff.

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“It’s a little bit like being a member of an underground organization,” she explains. “There are very few people who know about lace, and (when you have a question) you don’t know who to ask. Most problems are solved within the group.” The Chilliwack Lace Club has been around since 1955. It only has six members, but they are a dedicated bunch that meets twice a month. Their oldest member is Hylda Law, 94, who’s also the most experienced. The group has donated lace pieces to Heritage Village, Parkholm Lodge, and Chilliwack Hospice Society. Anyone wanting to join, or try out lace making can visit the group during their

regular sessions. The Chilliwack Lace Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of every month at Evergreen Hall in the Minto Room from 12 to 2:30 p.m. Equipment is also available to borrow for newcomers. Their next meetings are Feb. 12 and 26. “It’s so nice that it’s still around,” says Olthoff. “We’d like to keep it going otherwise it dies out. If we don’t keep it going no one will know how to make lace anymore and that’s the end of lace making.” For more information contact Jenny Olthoff at 604-823-4705 or wolthoff@shaw. ca, or Kathy Thomas at 604-392-6140 or k.thomas@shaw.ca. photo@theprogress.com twitter.com/PhotoJennalism

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• Create a pleasant place to eat. Set a table with flowers, place mat and napkin, even candles. Listen to music. • Sometimes eating in different places is helpful. Take your meal out on the porch, sit near a window or go to the park for a picnic. Enjoy a dinner out in a restaurant occasionally. Ask for a “doggie bag” to take leftovers home. • Want a break from cooking? Try these simple ideas: • No-cook meals such as sandwiches, wraps or salads. A hardboiled egg, whole grain crackers, cheese and fruit makes a tasty light lunch. • Ready-made meals from the grocery store such as grilled salmon with roasted vegetables or lasagna with a leafy green side salad. • Use convenience food to make simple meals such as: • Frozen vegetables to make a stir fry.

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Beyond the nutritional benefits of eating with others, starting a supper club or joining an eating group can also help you meet new people and make new friends. • Share a potluck dinner with friends, or form a regular lunch group. • Start an eating club, such as a SOUPer Supper Club: The host makes soup and others bring bread, salad or fruit. • Join a collective kitchen or share cooking with friends. Find a place where a few of you can meet to plan, shop and prepare several meals together. Take those meals home, freeze them and reheat them when you don’t feel like shopping or cooking. • Ask other seniors who are alone for ideas and suggestions, and share yours. • Exchange recipes. • Teach your grandchildren how to cook or bake. • Check your local senior or community centres; many serve weekly meals. If you have lost your appetite for more than a day or two, talk with your doctor or ask for a referral to a dietitian.

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DateBook Date Book is a free community service provided by The Chilliwack Progress to local community and non-profit organizations. If you would like to be part of Date Book, please email your listing to: events@ theprogress.com. You can also add your event to our online calendar at www.theprogress.com/ calendar. S e c o n d a r y Characters presents A Musical Movies Film Festival Feb. 11 to March 4 at Cottonwood 4 Cinemas. The festival features one movie each Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Schedule: Grease on Feb. 11, West Side Story on Feb. 18, The Music Man on Feb. 25, and Mamma Mia on March 4. Tickets $10 each or $35 for festival pass. Tickets available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. Tickets can also be purchased at Cottonwood 4 Cinemas on the day of the show. The Chilliwack Senior Recreation Centre (9400 College St.) is having a Valentine potluck luncheon on Friday, Feb. 13 at 11:30 a.m. There will be a guest from Purple Shield to speak on topics pertain-

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Some lenders today can also offer up to a 35 year amortization resulting in lower monthly payments and allowing purchasers to qualify for more buying power. Buying a home represents a gain in equity for future. The homeowner will eventually pay off the mortgage and be living ‘rent-free’. And don’t forget the appreciation factor! What about refinancing your current mortgage? With mortgage rates so low, homeowners everywhere are locking into longer term mortgages to secure the current low rates. You also may wish to tap into some of the equity in your home to get ‘cash out’ to pay off credit card debt, or other new purchases. Talk to your lender about your options, the costs to refinance, and how much money you can save over the life of your mortgage. If there are any refinancing fees, they may be a fraction of your overall savings in the long term. Refinancing your mortgage can also result in significantly lowering your monthly payments by consolidating debts.

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Are you waiting for ‘just the right time’ to get into the real estate market? All the signs point to that time being now. Chilliwack just experienced its best January in 8 years for home sales. Interest rates are historically low and buyers are taking advantage and shopping for new homes and ‘second’ homes. The average interest rate over the past 10 years was about 5.87 per cent and 10 years before that, interest rates were in the double digets. Current rates are less than 3 per cent, making affordability and qualification significantly easier compared to the historical average! Don’t waste valuable time hoping that interest rates will go any lower or that home prices will drop - all you need is your REALTOR® to guide you. First-time buyers should definitely take advantage as the monthly payments with today’s interest rates on your first home could be less than you would pay in rent. Your rent may rise periodically, but your mortgage payment will remain stable, depending on the term of mortgage you choose. Some lenders today can offer a 5 year fixed term for 2.89 per cent or less offering long term mortgage payment stability.

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The Russ Bailie Team & RE/MAX welcomes Wendy to Chilliwack’s top real estate professionals. With 5 successful years of Chilliwack realty experience, the strength of her business is built on a solid foundation of TRUST. Wendy can be counted on to work hard, provide current professional knowledge and to do the right things to make your real estate experience the best ever. She is a member of the Chilliwack Soroptimist Club helping women and children in our community, volunteers for Ruth and Naomi’s, and donates a portion of each sale towards Children’s Hospital. She is an excellent source of community knowledge for neighbourhoods, schools, and services and a trusted advisor for your real estate needs. “Anytime is Miller time!’’ Together Wendy, RE/MAX and The Russ Bailie Team will make your next move your best move by offering you “All the best for YOUR Success.’’

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Chiefs sting Vipers with third period comeback The Chilliwack Chiefs went to overtime for a sixth straight game, earning a hard fought 4-3 win over the visiting Vernon Vipers. After losing 3-2 in OT to Penticton Friday and beating the West Kelowna Warriors by the same score Saturday, the Chiefs took to home ice Sunday to beat the Vipes on Kurt Black’s winner. The Chiefs had to rally from two down in the third period to earn the win, improving to 30-16-1-3. In a hugely productive weekend, Chilliwack earned five of a possible six points against Interior conference foes. Meanwhile, the Langley Rivermen took just two points from a three game Coastal division road trip. The net result? Chilliwack now holds a five point lead for first place in the Mainland division standings. “That was a fun game to play in and bringing another game to overtime is nothing new for us,” laughed Jake Hand, who scored the gametying goal in the final minute. “We definitely take a look at the standings heading into the games and we know where our opponents are in the division. With just eight games left, a win like this is huge.” It was Jordan Kawaguchi and Craig Puffer combining to open the scoring in this one. With Vernon’s Luke Shiplo in the box and Chilliwack on the power play, Kawaguchi worked off the rightwing boards and feathered a pass across the goal-mouth to Puffer.

The Connecticut kid punched the puck past Vernon stopper Danny Todosychuk at 9:27, collecting his team-leading 25th of the year. That was the only goal in a sloppy, scrambly first period that saw Vernon out-shoot the Chiefs 8-6. The Vipers turned up the heat and owned the middle frame. Looking like they were stuck in molasses, the home team lost every race and puck battle to the speedy Vipers, who hemmed the Chiefs into their own zone and fired 20 pucks at Chiefs keeper David Jacobson. “I think it was more about what we weren’t doing than what they were doing,” Hand said. “They did a few things to adjust to our style, and I think at times we just got a bit lackadaisical.” Vernon tied the game at 1-1 at 9:30 on a curious goal. A Viper threw the puck into the goal mouth,where Jacobson couldn’t find it. Vernon attackers had one, two, three, four whacks and still the stopper didn’t know where it was. Not until it was behind him and in the net, courtesy D-man Luke Shiplo. The Vipers struck again in the final minute of period two when a Johnny Coughlin wrister from the left point evaded Jacobson through a screen of skaters, sending Vernon to period three with a 2-1 lead. The Vipers seemed to get the insurance they needed 70 seconds into the final frame when Riley Brandt was allowed to skate unchecked into the slot and rifle a shot over

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Jacobson’s glove for his 10th of the year. But the Chiefs got their chance to climb back into it when Vernon ran into penalty trouble. With Mackenzie Bauer already in the box for interference, Mitchell Olivier got his stick up on Chilliwack forward Luke McColgan. A double minor for high sticking gave the Chiefs a two man advantage for 1:17 and Dennis Cholowski made the Vipers pay. The rookie blueliner took a feed from Hand and, from the high slot, lazered a wrist shot over Todosychuk’s glove. The Chiefs still had 2:35 in power play

time remaining, and came close to tying on a McColgan onetimer from the slot, but Vernon dodged the bullet and resumed their even-strength dominance. The Vipers kept up the aggressive forecheck, hounded Chilliwack attackers on the back-check and looked like they’d be able to kill the clock. Jacobson was forced to make a spectacular save with time winding down, lunging backwards Dominik Hasekstyle with his stick to swat the puck away from Liam Coughlin. And when Jacobson was pulled for an extra

attacker with one minute to go, the stage was set for Hand’s last-minute dramatics. “Without his saves we don’t get the win tonight,” Hand noted. Puffer got the assist on Hand’s goal, scored at 19:21. He threw a centering pass into the goal-mouth, where Hand chipped it over Todosychuk’s left shoulder to send this one to overtime. “I was just going hard to the net and felt some pressure from behind as I got hooked,” Hand explained. “I was just trying to get my stick on the puck and luckily it went in.” A Vernon penalty

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for too many men gave Chilliwack four-onthree power play in the first OT period. The Chiefs buzzed the Vernon net like hornets, but came up empty. With 2:25 left in three-on-three overtime the home team finally got the winner. Brandon Tkachuk put a puck on net from the top of the left faceoff circle. Todosychuk couldn’t control the rebound, letting it drop into the blue paint. Brandon Potomak had the first crack at it, but couldn’t poke it in. Ex-Viper Kurt Black followed up, popping the puck past Todosychuk

to complete the comeback. - Kawaguchi and Jake Larson had Chilliwack’s goals Friday in the Penticton loss, with Vees D-man Gabe Bast scoring the overtime winner. Jacobson stopped 37 of 40 shots. Larson came up with the winner in Saturday’s win over the Warriors, with Kawaguchi and Rory Bell scoring the other goals. In a nice bounceback effort, goalie Aidan Pelino stopped 39 of 41 shots. Chilliwack plays Friday night in Surrey versus the Eagles.

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Tryout dates set for NAHC The Aboriginal Spor t, Recreation and Physical Activity Partners Council has opened registration for a selection camp that will determine who plays for Team BC in the 2015 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships. The camp runs March 27â&#x20AC;&#x201C;29 at the Valleyview Arena in

Kamloops. Team BC coaching staff will evaluate players to pick the top 20 male and female hockey players. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll travel to Halifax, NS in late April for the NAHC. Chilliwack has sent several skaters to the tournament over the last three years. Players must meet the following criteria to be eligible to participate: Males must be bantam or midget age as of the 2014-2015 competi-

Chilliwackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stephen Strathdee and Isis Souza went 0-3, finishing 12th out of 13 teams at the 2015 Mixed Doubles Curling Championship, held Jan. 30 to Feb. 1 at White Rockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Peace Arch Curling Club.

able online at teambcnahc.com until March 16. The NAHC is the premier forum for elite bantam and midget aged players from across Canada. It is the only annual event that showcases and celebrates the athletic abilities of Aboriginal hockey players and aids in fostering cultural unity and pride. For more information visit the BC Hockey website bchockey.net or email info@bchockey. net.

tive season (born 1997 to 2001). The same goes for females, though Team BC will be allowed to carry three overage players born in 1995 or 1996. Players must be residents of BC with Aboriginal ancestr y, and they must be registered with BC Hockey or another Hockey Canada branch. The camp fee is $120 per player, which includes a Team BC Selection Camp jersey. Registration is avail-

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Crimson, are part of a four-team field for the Beanpot tourney. Their team lost their opener 4-3 Feb. 3 and next play in the consolation game, versus Boston College on Feb. 23.

Chilliwack Minor Baseball has a registration date Sunday. Players in eight age divisions will be able to sign up from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cheam Source for Sports (9077 Young Road). Registration can also be done online at cmb. goalline.ca. A final in-person registration day will be held Feb. 28 at Cheam Source for Sports. After that, registration will be closed.

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Welcome to the February Mt Cheam Lions Den. As I write this I have been talking to someone who had to go through half a meter of snow and -16C temperatures to get to work! We shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t gloat but we do have it good here. Mt Cheam Lions had a very successful Leadership Rally the last weekend in January; the attendance exceeded the organizers expectations. There were great speakers including Mayor Sharon Gaetz who had the crowd in laughter & tears through her presentation. We hold an all you can eat Spaghetti Dinner on the last Friday of each month other than the summer months. The funds raised at our dinners goes towards increasing the value of the $1,500 scholarships we present at each high school. These dinners are open to the public, we appreciate your support, the next one is February 27th in our hall. One of our Lions Centennial Challenges is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Engaging our Youthâ&#x20AC;?, the Chilliwack Lions have been doing this for 68 years with the annual Music and Dance Festival. The Festival is underway now at the Cultural Centre on Corbould, come and be a part of the audience supporting our youth. Lions Clubs are known in North America for Spaghetti Dinners and Pancake Breakfasts, not to be left out, we do both. You may see us in our red shirts around Chilliwack Ă ipping pancakes. We also help with a movie night once a month at Heritage Village where we have stepped outside the box providing hot dogs and popcorn for the residents. Thank you to those who responded with wool for our group of knitters (we do that too), the wool is really appreciated as are the mittens. If anyone comes across more wool we are always interested. If you would like more information Club News brought to you by: on what we do give me a call, remember where there is a need, there Johns Electronics Ltd. is a Lion. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m Allan Hunt with the Mt 604-847-9977 AUDIO VIDEO â&#x20AC;˘ HOME THEATRE Cheam Lions.

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Ball hockey tournament and free pancake breakfast! UFV Cascades and Chilliwack Chiefs present the inaugural Winter Classic Tournament Saturday, Feb. 14, 9 a.m. at UFV Chilliwack campus (Canada Education Park, 45190 Caen Ave.) Teams of four will be joined by a Chiefs player for each game. Age groups: 16 and up, 11 to 15, 10 and under

Cascades torch T-Wolves was point guard Celeste Dyck’s turn to earn top billing. Dyck, a fifth-year player out of Abbotsford’s Yale Secondary, poured in a game-high 22 points in exceedingly efficient fashion (8-for-14 from the field, 2-for-3 from beyond the arc, 4-for4 from the free throw line) and added five steals as the Cascades defeated the UNBC Timberwolves 85-51. “We really challenged Cel the last few weeks here to lead the team and manage the team,” UFV head coach Al Tuchscherer said. “It’s great that she scored

The post players have been leading the charge for the University of the Fraser Valley women’s basketball team of late, and they were strong once again on Saturday evening in Prince George. But on this night, it

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A stout defensive effort by the UNBC Timber wolves on Saturday evening in Prince George sent the University of the Fraser Valley men’s basketball team to just its second loss of the season. The Cascades, 77-71 winners over UNBC on Friday, came into the rematch with the second-most prolific offence in Canada West (83.4 points per game) at their disposal. But the T-Wolves managed to limit them to 26 points less than their average – they held UFV off the scoreboard for the last six and a half minutes of the fourth quarter, thus parlaying a slender 60-57 lead into a 69-57 triumph. It was an uncharacteristic offensive performance for the Cascades, who shot 33.8 per cent from the field and gen-

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UFV out-rebounded UNBC 52-31 and surrendered just 15 turnovers compared to 27 for the T-Wolves. “I think it was a pretty solid effort for the entire game tonight,” Tuchscherer said. “We played a good 40-minute game tonight, for sure, with contributions from a number of different people. A lot of things that are pointing in the right direction.” The Cascades basketball teams wrap up the regular season at home next weekend vs. the Thompson Rivers WolfPack. Games run Friday (women 6 p.m., men 8 p.m.) and Saturday (women 5 p.m., men 7 p.m.) at the Envision Athletic Centre.

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22 points tonight, but more than that, she did a great job of executing and running our stuff. She was the floor general we needed her to be.” The 34-point margin of victory was the largest of the season for UFV, which improved to 11-7 on the season, good for third place in the Explorer Division of Canada West. Sixthplace UNBC fell to 2-16. Centre Sarah Wierks (19 points, 10 rebounds) and power forward Katie Brink (16 points, 12 rebounds) stood tall in the paint for the Cascades, while sharpshooter Kaitlyn McDonald went 3-for4 from downtown en route to 13 points off the bench.

erated just eight free throw attempts (hitting five of them) while turning the ball over 20 times. UFV, which leads the Explorer Division and holds the No. 9 ranking in the CIS national poll, saw its record dip to 16-2. Power for ward Kadeem Willis was a bright light for the Cascades, counting a trio of three-pointers among his gamehigh 19 points. Fellow reserve Vijay Dhillon (10 points) was the only other UFV player to score in double figures. UNBC had plenty of motivational fuel – it was the last home game for fifth-year seniors Franco Kouagnia, Devin McMurtry and Jeff Chu, and they were closing in on the program’s first-ever Canada West playoff berth. Kouagnia (17 points, 12 rebounds) and McMurtry (12 points, 13 boards) both had double-doubles for the hosts, while Rhys Elliott scored 14 points and Chu chipped in with nine. “It was senior night, and they had lots of energy and motivation,” Friesen noted. “We had a tough time matching that, and they played well.” Get more UFV information online at ufvcascades.ca

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ANNIVERSARIES

Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry at 4540 Simmons Rd. Chilliwack BC. are looking for Processing plant Worker/Butcher Helper for their processing Plant division. Full time 40 hr. per week and rate pay $15.26, per hr. Must be willing to do shift and week-end work schedule. Processing plant experience is a must. Prepare and processing of all lines and types of poultry. Good attitude and team member. Speak and write english, secondary education is an asset. Please fax or email your resume’s to: iwannawork@twinmaple.com to apply for the position. www.fvdg.com

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LIVE IN Apartment Manager needed for brand new luxury building in great Chilliwack location (next to hospital) Applicants must have good communication skills, be familiar with RTA (residential tenancy act), collect rent, administrative skills required, and some housekeeping duties. Ready for occupancy May 2015. Please send your resume to the Chilliwack Progress, box 668, 45860 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack

FARM LABOURERS REQUIRED in Yarrow / Chilliwack area. $10.49/hr. Must have own transport. Apply on-line at: sahotafarms@shaw.ca or by fax (604)823-2351.

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Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry at 4540 Simmons Road Chilliwack,BC has full time opening for Shift Supervisors. Experience , 2-5 years in poultry processing plant and 1 year minimum, as a Supervisor or team leader. Must be willing to put in extra time like evening and week-ends. Has to be team player and leader. Pay rate starting at $23.50 per hour. Please fax or email your resume’s to: iwannawork@twinmaple.com to apply for the position. fax # 604-823-4306 or WWW.FVDG.com

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Hope & Area Transition Society ADULT ALCOHOL & DRUG COUNSELOR

Drug & Alcohol Outpatient Clinic The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profit organization which provides programs to individuals afflicted by social issues. The Society is seeking applications for the permanent full-time position of an Adult Alcohol & Drug Counselor for the Outpatient Clinic. Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have: • A Bachelor Degree in Social Work or an Undergraduate Degree with specific preparation in Substance Abuse Counseling • Knowledge and understanding of the Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual model and the Harm Reduction approach • Familiar with Alcohol and Drug screening and assessment tools • Be able to provide one-on-one counseling and group sessions • Be able to demonstrate professional and personal boundaries • Knowledge of programs, treatment centers, and detox programs within the community and Lower Mainland • Ability to collect and submit appropriate data for statistical analysis • Excellent verbal and written communication; efficient time, organizational and stress-management skills • Ability to work as a team member

Ability to pass and maintain security clearance. This job will require a flexible schedule to meet the needs of clients and the community.

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It is critical that this person be able to demonstrate ethical thinking and make sound judgments.

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TAXI DRIVERS WANTED who have class 4 (or a higher class) license and clean drivers abstract. Good knowledge of Chilliwack area an asset. For more information and to send your resume please email: info@chilliwacktaxi.com

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Become a health care assistant in 24 weeks UFV’s Health Care Assistant certificate program prepares you to enter the booming health care field and provide quality care to adult patients with diverse health needs. Enjoy the job search advantage provided by UFV top-notch training. Many local employers MPPL GBWPSBCMZ PO UFV-trained candidates when hiring.

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THE CHILLIWACK PATIENT ATTACHMENT MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT position is an integral part of the A GP for Me patient attachment project at the Chilliwack Division of Family Practice. In this role, you will be expected to exercise sound judgment and independence while managing the day-today administrative activities related to the delivery of patient attachment. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to quality customer service, applying excellent problem solving and communication skills to ensure the success of the program. This position provides telephone reception for patient inquiries as well as support for clinical staff. This is a .5 FTE position of 20 hours per week. A competitive compensation package is provided. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High school diploma or graduation equivalency degree (GED). Medical Office Assistant certificate or diploma obtained from a post-secondary clinical program. Experience: Previous medical office administration experience with a minimum of five years work experience in a medical office setting. Skills: Telephone Etiquette, Customer Service, Oscar EMR, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Time Management. Please provide a covering letter and resume to Chilliwack Division of Family Practice no later than February 22, 2015. Attention: Ken Becotte, Executive Director kbecotte@divisionsbc.ca

Stó:lō Nation Requires the services of a QUALIFIED

PROGRAM OFFICER For the

Stó:lō Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training Department Located in Chilliwack For complete details visit our website: www.stolonation.bc.ca click on Jobs link Mail resume and cover letter to: #7-7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC, V2R 4G5 E-mail to: jobs@stolonation.bc.ca OR Fax to 604-824-5342

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OBITUARIES

Jensen, Mary Sept 1, 1924 Feb 5, 2015

Gospel Hymns

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ENNONITE HURCH 604-792-6013

Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central

Pastor: Rob Brown

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

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CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack

Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

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Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road

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Sunday Service: 10:00 am

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45625 South Sumas Rd.

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45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack

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Morning Worship at 10:30 am Rev. Heather Anderson

Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 www.chilliwackunitedchurch.com

SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30 p.m. 9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700

9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages Sunday School - 9:15 am

10:30 am - Celebration Service Celebration Service - 10:30 am Sanctuary & Video Cafe Main House & Video Cafe 8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church

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

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Corner of First & Young

604-703-1863

8:00 a.m.

8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.

46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack

The essence of all We have revealed for the is Justice, is for man to free himself from idle fancy and imitation, discern with the eye of the oneness His glorious handiwork, and look into all things with a searching eye.

WEEKDAY MASS 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

8:00 am BCP Holy Communion Service 10:15 am BAS Family Service & Eucharist

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Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue

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(nee Baldwin) June 22, 1931 February 1, 2015

It is with profound sadness that we announce the loss of Marion Soutar, after a long and brave battle with lung disease. Marion is survived by her husband D.K. (Sam) Soutar, son W.H. Soutar (Debora), daughters D’Arcy (Brad) Henderson, and Ann Soutar. As well, 9 grandchildren, David (Kelly) Henderson, D’Arcy (Carla) Soutar, Dereck (Stephanie) Henderson, Jeremy (Kara) Henderson, Shea (Greg) Irving, Sam Britton, Robbie (Chantelle) Soutar, Ian (Rafael) Soutar, and Lindsay Britton. Marion also leaves behind 5 great-grandchildren, Brady and Rachel Henderson, Kamron Henderson, Rory Soutar and Odin Soutar. Brothers R.D. (Bob) Baldwin, Sandy (Cheryl) Baldwin. Also left are many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, D’Arcy and Elsie Baldwin, and brother James Edward (Jim) Baldwin, nephew Jim Baldwin and sister in law Uldene (Dene) Baldwin. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, Feb. 13th at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack, with a tea to follow at the Coast Hotel, 45920 First Ave., Chilliwack. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Childrens’ Hospital, or the Marion Soutar Leadership Bursary (University of the Fraser Valley). Henderson’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements (604)792-1344 www.hendersonsfunerals.com

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BAYE (nee Cardno)

Jeannette Marie August 27, 1939 - January 29, 2015 After a seven year struggle with many health problems Jeannette passed peacefully with family members present at Cascade Care Facility Chilliwack, B.C. Jeannette is a much loved Nana to Nicholas & Catherine, mother to daughter Lynne & sons Kelly (Trudy) & Michael, wife of 54 years to husband Ed. She is survived BAYE by sisters Shirley & Norma many nieces & nephews & many friends. She was predeceased by her father George Cardno & mother Evelyn Cardno (nee Charman). Jeannette was born in Vancouver & raised in South Langley & Cloverdale. She is a 1956 graduate of Lord Tweedsmuir High School. Most of her working life as a book keeper was spent in BC, Manitoba & Yukon. She was an active volunteer in all the communities lived in serving on boards for rec. centres, bookkeeping for seniors’ orgs., and as a day camp supervisor. A Celebration of Life will be held from 11:00 Hs. To 13:00 Hs. on Sat. Feb. 14th at the R.C. Legion, Br#4, on Mary St. at Princess Ave. Chilliwack, B.C. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Terry Fox Foundation or MS Society of Canada. McLean’s (604) 847-3477

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46510 1st Ave., Chilliwack Children’s Programs Available www.firstave.org

New Life

Christian Church

www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca

Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am

Sunday Services

Worship & Sunday School 11:00 am

Mary was born in Morse, Sask and passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus in Abbotsford on February 5, 2015, surrounded by family. She is survived by her husband Finn of 57 years; her children, Evan (Kristina), grandchildren, Kayla, Mitchell, Joel; Chris (Leona), grandchildren, Alicia, and her son Prestin, Tiffany, Shawn; Carolyn Wiens (Wes), grandchildren, Jason, Nick (Katherine), grandchildren Kurtis, Treyce and Aaliyah. Mary lived her live in service to her Lord and Saviour with her husband Finn by her side. She loved her children and grandchildren unconditionally. She will be remembered for her loving, selfless spirit. A celebration of life was held February 10, 2015 at the Abbotsford Church of the Nazureen

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PRAIRIECOAST Equipment requires a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Admin. team in Abbotsford. Prepare financial reports, analyze financial info, support payroll functions. Univ. degree in Accounting or Business with CPA designation preferred, CPA students considered. Minimum 3 years’ experience in an Analyst or Senior Accountant role. Visit website: www.prairiecoastequipment.com Email resume to: fjohnstone@pcequip.ca or fax: 604557-7094

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

MOVING & STORAGE

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

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

POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706

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707 APARTMENT FURNISHED GARRISON, furnished, suit 1 mature adult, n/p, n/s, ref’s req’d, $750/m + DD & util. Avail now. (604)858-8655

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

477

PETS

CHIHUAHUAS tiny tea cups, short hair, 1 male, 1 female, ready to go now. $900. (604)794-7347

RV PADS

640

RECREATIONAL

T. Marlowe Manor

751

condo quality l bdrm...$650

641

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.

TOWNHOUSES

Sardis/Garrison, 3 bdrm, rec room, 2.5 bath, open kitchen with raised island/eating bar, lots of natural light, 9’ ceilings, floor to ceiling rock f/p, 6 appl., garage, covered deck & patio, walk to shopping, schools & river. For more info email: harmsen.sharon29@gmail.com

1992 CHEV 3/4 Ton 454 auto, ext. cab, 8 ft box, canopy, 225k, good cond. $3500/obo. 604-317-7886

SUITES, UPPER

CHILLIWACK, 3 Bdrm, upper part of duplex. Bright, clean, fresh paint, own carport, quiet residential ste. NP/NS, ref’s req’d. $1200 incl utils. Avail now. 1 (604)940-0419 aft 6pm

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

TRANSPORTATION 812

AUTO SERVICES

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

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2006 Hyundai Azera Premium Sedan 112500km, grey ext; cream int; AutoTrans; FWD, Sport-Shift; Leather seats; Htd frt seats & side mirrors, AC, Clean, 1-owner, roomy, power-seats, windows + sunroof; fog lights; great ride 604795-7405

845

(Under new Management)

Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$600/m. Also, new construction,

TRUCKS & VANS

SARDIS CENTRAL. Spacious 1 bedroom ground floor yard & patio. Parking, shared kitchen & laundry. Utilities included. $800/m incl. util. Non smoker. Available now. 604-845-7900

1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz

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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SUITES, LOWER

Promontory, 2 bdrm new bsmt ste, new appliances and renos, own laundry, patio, carport, n/p, avail now. $1000/m incl utilities. Call (604)791-1723

Fresh and clean 1 Bdrm.............$600/m

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

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

CHILLIWACK: Bachelor, 55+ Feb 1 Lam flrs, curtains, water/heat, free lndry, NS/NP. 604-997-7337

4 appl., secure bldg, small pet negot. Must have ref’s. Avail. March 1

CONCRETE & PLACING

DRYWALL

604-819-6229

46030 Princess Ave.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

257

Broadway Maples Apts 1 bedroom suites, up market quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hook-ups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p.

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

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

MOTELS, HOTELS

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

pick a part

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

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

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

HOMES FOR RENT

Promontory. 1900sf, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, 5 appl, gas f/p, sundeck, single car garage, cat ok, n/s, avail. mar 1. Landlord in bsmt suite. $1450/m + util. (604)858-6067

739

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

RECYCLING

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.

Bole Apartments

WTD to buy ind/comm or residence. Best reas deal. rrw1@telus.net Confidential. Call 604-997-6078

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.

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Great Senior Living Environment

750

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

845

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

GOODIES TRADING & Recycling. We also provide Roll-off bin services. (604)792-1283/604-746-4398

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

TRANSPORTATION

Cedar Ridge Apartments

MISC. FOR SALE

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

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

www.wihnan.ca (604)859-5585

706

RENTALS

(off Vedder Rd South)

2 coats any colour

RENTALS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com

PETS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

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

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

and 2 bdrm...$799/m

WITNESS NEEDED

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

Seeking witnesses to an accident on the evening of January 2, 2015 at the intersection of McGuire Road and Prest Road, Chilliwack, BC. The accident involved a Chevy Avalanche stopped at the intersection which was then hit by a Honda Civic. If you have any information regarding this incident, please call: BRONSON JONES & COMPANY LLP 604-852-5100 File #15020

Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments!

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms

Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt. Ref’s req’d. 604-799-1472 to view SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

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