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Recent charges in two cases of murder in the 1970s give the family of Theresa Hildebrandt hope the teen’s slaying will also be solved
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heresa Hildebrandt was an energetic and feisty teen who loved music, animals and her family. She was a good girl who did well in school and caused few issues for her parents. She did run away once – to the Blue Star Motel in Aldergrove to see her boyfriend – after a fight with her dad, but her family tracked her down within a few hours, and all was forgiven. So when she failed to show up for a family dinner with her three siblings, parents and grandparents on Victoria Day, May 24, 1976, there was immediate concern. Despite her one runaway episode, the 15-year-old was otherwise responsible and would not miss a family occasion. If something had come up, she would have called. Worry quickly turned to fear, and the Matsqui Police Department was called. An officer arrived at the home on Sunvalley Crescent – located between Bradner and Ross roads, north of Simpson Road – to take a report. Yes, Theresa had run away before, but it wasn’t a serious attempt to leave home, the family told the officer. They pointed out that on this occasion, she had left behind all her belongings – including her prized transistor radio, which she most certainly would have taken if she were leaving for any length of time. Theresa’s oldest brother Harold, then 20, indicated that he had last seen his sister earlier that day when he ran into her and her boyfriend in Langley, Continued on A5
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Man killed by U.S. border agent wanted for murder Jamison Childress was to be charged in Calgary teen’s slaying Alex BUTLER Abbotsford News
A man killed by a U.S. Border Patrol agent on Thursday after crossing the international border south of Abbotsford was wanted in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old Calgary teen. Jamison E. Childress, 20, was identified by the Whatcom County medical examiner as the man who was shot
JAMISON CHILDRESS in the head following a confrontation with law enforcement. At a press conference in Sumas on Friday, Whatcom County Sheriff Bill Elfo did not identify Childress, but said their preliminary findings revealed that the deceased was wanted for murder in another jurisdiction. Alberta RCMP said in a news release that investigators were in the process of obtain-
ing an arrest warrant for Childress, of Prince George, for the first-degree murder of Brando Walker. Walker was killed in a residence in the Saddleridge neighbourhood of Calgary, but his partially burned body was found by fishermen on the Tsuu T’ina First Nation on March 7, according to local media reports. Three other people, ages 15, 20 and 21, have been charged in connection with the death of Walker. Childress was shot near Kneuman Road, which runs east-towest less than 1,000 feet from the border and to the west of the Sumas crossing. The area is in a hilled area across the border from McKenzie Road in Abbotsford. U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a statement saying an agent had used his gun after being assaulted by “a suspected illegal border crosser.� Dan Harris Jr., the Border Patrol Blaine sector chief, told reporters on Friday that the agents were responding to a sensor activation near Sumas, Wash., where the man was suspected of having illegally crossed the border,
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U.S. Border Patrol Blaine Sector Chief Dan Harris Jr. (left) and Whatcom County Sheriff Bill Elfo spoke to media on Friday after a fatal shooting the previous night. said Harris. “The subject displayed erratic and threatening behaviour toward two agents who had responded,� and the man assaulted one of the agents with an “unknown incapacitating spray,� he said. The agent responded by firing his gun. He was treated for the effects of the spray. Following standard procedure after a shooting, the officers involved are currently on adminis-
trative leave, he added. Elfo said there was also a hatchet found in a backpack, but it was not displayed as a weapon in the encounter. “We’re still putting together pieces of physical evidence and we haven’t drawn any firm conclusions, but it is very apparent that this person was erratic and aggressively approached the agent.� According to B.C. court records, Childress was facing several charges in
northern B.C. He was due to stand trial last Tuesday on assault and mischief charges laid in 2013 in Prince George. He failed to show and a warrant was issued for his arrest. He was also due to stand trial in Fraser Lake this fall on charges of theft and possession of stolen property. As yet, no light has been shed on how or why Childress came to Abbotsford, nor why he crossed into the States.
No evidence of homicide in girl’s death the conclusions reached by the Criminal Justice Branch The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has following a charge assessment review ... submitted to the found no evidence that the 2013 death of 14-month-old branch.� Alexcia McKamey was a homicide. IHIT said the investigation involved “numerous agencies Alexcia, who was from Abbotsford, died on Sept. 20, in an attempt to determine what happened to Alexcia the 2013, in Chilliwack. Mounties had been called to a house night she died. “ on Mullins Road at about 10 p.m. when Alexcia appeared Alexcia’s family have been advised of the findings, to be in medical distress. She was taken to hospital, but Ashton said. “They continue to grieve the loss of Alexcia. doctors were unable to revive her. They have supported this investigation from the beginIHIT launched an investigation into the death, and one MCKAMEY ning and have fully co-operated.� person was arrested after Alexcia’s death. But on Monday Last September, mother Jacqueline McKamey told The – 18 months after Alexcia’s death – IHIT issued a press News the family was tired of waiting for answers. release in which the agency said no charges were forthcoming. “I just need closure, and to move forward and have answers. If “At this time the evidence does not support that Alexcia died as a result of homicide,� Sgt. Stephanie Ashton of IHIT said in the somebody harmed her (Alexcia), they need to go to jail,� she said release, which indicated IHIT’s assessment was “consistent with at the time.
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across from the A&W Restaurant. The couple had hitchhiked from Abbotsford, and he expected Theresa to show up for dinner that night. He regretted that he hadn’t driven her home. Sister Debbie, then 18, recalled that Theresa was wearing a blue jacket that day. She also always wore a heavy chain bracelet that Harold had fashioned for her because she admired the one he sported. The family insisted there was reason to be concerned, but the officer said Theresa most likely had run away. The family felt like he was brushing them off. There were no newspaper stories or TV news clips alerting the public to Theresa’s disappearance nor any official searches to try to find her. It would be four years before there were any answers. TTT
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across the couple in Langley? How did Theresa end up alone? Was she picked up by someone? Was there a suspect description? If there were answers, they were carried by their father, who shielded the rest of the family – including his wife – from the details to protect them from the pain. The burden became too much. Harold said their dad’s hair turned white within three months of Theresa’s body being discovered, and three years later, at the age of 49, he suffered a fatal heart attack while giving a speech at the local university for families of victims of violence. The family sprinkled his ashes in the Similkameen Valley in Princeton in the same spot where Harry had spread Theresa’s ashes, which he had carried on the back of his motorcycle on a solo trip. Debbie and Harold still hope for answers in Theresa’s death, but have accepted those might not come. They think of her often and both have drastically different dreams about her. For Debbie, Theresa will show up at the door and say, “I’m not really dead,” and the two will go shopping. Harold experiences images of her brutal and violent death. “I don’t want to dream about it. It just happens,” he says.
Harold and Debbie flip through an old family photo album and smile as they recall their spirited younger sister. Theresa stands out as the only blonde child among three brunette siblings, also including John, who was born five years after Theresa. They grew up on a rural property in the Bradner area before moving to the Sunvalley Crescent home not long before Theresa’s disappearance. Their dad, Harry, worked in construction, and mom Sandy was a homemaker. Because they were located so far from town and from many of their friends, the four siblings forged a solid bond. Harold and Debbie recall spending many hours riding their bikes together, and all four had paper routes. Theresa was a gentle soul, who brought home many stray animals over the years, but who could also be stubborn and spunky. “I shared a room with her. We had our scraps … She would take no crap from me,” Debbie laughs. Theresa loved music and enjoyed playing piano, especially the popular hits of the day from groups such as CCR, the Bee Gees and the Beatles. Debbie still has many of her old music books set up on a small keyboard in her Aldergrove home. Harold, who still lives in Abbotsford, recalls how once a week the siblings would go to the local second-hand store and trade in their comic books, or have their mom drop them off at Submitted photo Aldergrove Lake to spend the day. Theresa Hildebrandt (far left) is shown in a family photo taken not long before she went TTT
missing. Also in the photo are her brother John (left) and Harold, sister Debbie, and parents Harry and Sandy.
In 1980, four years after Theresa disappeared and just one month before Debbie’s high school graduation, her parents received a call from police, saying a body had been found by some kids in a shallow grave in a gully near Downes and Mt. Lehman roads. Police wanted to know if Theresa was wearing a blue jacket and a heavy bracelet on her wrist when she disappeared. It would take several days for dental records to confirm that the remains were indeed Theresa’s. The autopsy revealed she had died from a severe blow to the head, possibly caused by a large rock or a hammer. The family had long believed that Theresa had met a terrible fate, but they had hoped she was still alive – perhaps sold into prostitution or held captive. Their dad had continued to look for Theresa over the years, one time driving to Prince George to scour the streets after police received a tip from someone who thought they had seen her there. Frustrated at the lack of progress in the case, he also hired a private investigator at one point. To this day, neither Harold nor Debbie know what information the investigation produced. Theresa’s boyfriend was ruled out as a suspect, but what happened after Harold ran
Debbie says their mom, who lives in Aldergrove with the youngest of the four siblings, has difficulty talking about Theresa’s death but is becoming more open about it. They were encouraged by the first-degree murder charges laid last November against Garry Taylor Handlen, 67, for the deaths of Kathryn-Mary Herbert, 11, of Matsqui in 1975 and Monica Jack, 12, of Merritt in 1978. Kathryn-Mary’s death was similar, in that her skull was fractured and her jaw was broken. Her body was found near Harris Road in an undeveloped area less than about 10 kilometres north from where Theresa’s body was discovered. Police have said they have not been able to link Handlen to Theresa’s death. Debbie and Harold said the arrest gives them renewed hope that their sister’s murder can also be solved, although they try not to dwell on it. “You just have to trust in the police and God and say, ‘If he (the killer) is not dealt with in this life, he sure as hell will be dealt with in the afterlife,” Debbie said. RCMP Sgt. Rob Vermeulen said police have no details to share on Theresa’s death, but anyone with information is asked to contact the tip line for the unsolved homicide unit: 877-543-4822.
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District says blocked culvert caused creek water to cascade into neighbourhood Kevin MILLS and Carol AUN Mission Record
When Emmery Rosales woke early Saturday morning, she could hear water running. When she got up, she was standing in two feet of it. Heavy rains overnight contributed to flooding all around the McRae Avenue area in Mission as Windebank Creek overflowed. Approximately 12 homes, including Rosales’ townhome, were damaged. Rosales looked out a glass sliding door and saw a stream of kneehigh water pushing against her home. “It was instant panic.” She ran to her children’s room to wake up her two-year-old daughter and six-yearold son. After taking them to safety with a neighbour, Rosales returned to her home. By then, the water was higher than her
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Mission homeowner Geoff Hackett points to the water line on his living room fireplace. Up to four feet of water filled his home after a flash flood on Saturday.
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daughter’s crib. Had the child still been in it, Rosales said she would have been in about six inches of water. “Within about five or 10 minutes, if that. That’s how close it
came.” Rosales and her husband Geoff Hackett now face a long cleanup process. While unsure of the cost of repairs, it will require “ a complete gut job” Because the town-
home is part of a strata, some of the damage is covered by insurance, but the family has no coverage for the contents they’ve lost. Clean-up is continuing in all the homes
impacted by the flood. E i g h t e e n - ye a r- o l d Kane Walker, who lives with his family near Hurd Street, said water damaged the basement of his house. According to Walker,
there was no warning for the high water. “It came through the drainage under the rocks (near the front door),” said Walker. “The street was like a river.” Tracy Kyle, District
of Mission’s director of engineering and public works, said the extent of damage to each home varied depending on the property’s grade. Kyle said the flood was caused by a plugged culvert during a heavy rainfall. The creek overflowed onto the avenue and all the water and debris flowed downstream. The district crew cleared the culvert when the flood was reported. The water quickly receded and the rain also eased up. District staff met with residents and provided them with information for their insurance companies to repair their homes. “There isn’t anything we could’ve done to predict what happened,” said Kyle, noting the district regularly inspects and clears culverts throughout Mission. The last inspection was about a month ago.
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Public social media policy
When is it appropriate for politicians to use personal email? When they are engaging in personal communication. Period. Anything associated with their positions as elected public representatives must be part of the public record. That means the strictly mandated use of email addresses that is officially monitored, recorded and preserved. Most people are aware of the recent American controversy involving former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and her use of personal email for official purposes, and the subsequent deletion of some of that communication. It is a prime example of why there must be clear direction for all Canadian politicians in terms of maintaining and protecting the public record. Queried by The News about a recent Facebook post in which he suggested someone contact him via his personal email rather than his public address,
Abbotsford Mayor Henry Braun acknowledged it was a debatable choice. Obviously, not all email correspondence received by politicians should be, or needs to be, made public. However, the information contained in official city hall email may eventually form part of an important political decision or conduct. At that point, the public right to know may take precedent over privacy, as legislated under the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Braun suggests city hall may look at forming social media policy for council. Platforms like Facebook and Twitter are generally public, and are useful tools for politicians to communicate with their electorate. Hence, they shouldn’t be stifled through policy. However, clear rules about the public record are imperative for emails in which a politician is serving in his or her elected role.
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Other Hand It was with some nostalgia that I briefly watched a large excavator clawing down that little auto dealership building on McCallum Road just north of the freeway. The building’s demolition is to make way for a very impressive commercial centre at this location and on adjacent lands. However, my mental reflection was not for what is to come, but what was there many years ago. The little building was built, or at least operated, by Ron Neetz who had, if memory serves me, a Datsun (forerunner of today’s Nissan brand) dealership. By 1969 I had become acquainted with Ron and one day he called me, knowing my penchant for outdoorsy stuff. “I’ve got a two-year-old Jeep Wagoneer on the lot that you might be interested
in,” was the message. A day or two later, its new home was my driveway, my first of many fourwheel-drive acquisitions over the years. The mighty Wagoneer, and mighty it was in dimensions, being close in size to the GM Suburbans or Yukons that currently roll along our streets. The Wagoneer was, in today’s lexicon, more than “trail ready,” with big axles, big tires, locking hubs, four doors and enough room inside that, with the rear seats folded, you didn’t need a tent to sleep in the backcountry. Of course, back in the day, used vehicles didn’t come with any sort of warranty, so I was on the hook when a year or two after purchase I discovered the rear tailgate door was rotting away. It seems that whoever owned the rig prior to me was a fisherman – a saltwater fisherman – who must have carried his boat on the roof rack. The dripping water entered the doorwell through the rear window seals and the salt rapidly consumed all manner of things metal. First, the window crank quit, and forcing it shattered the glass. Then the door
itself began to pinhole. However, its shortcomings didn’t diminish my adventures and that truck took me all over the province, from climbing out of the Chilliwack River Valley over Mount Thurston to entering the Fraser Valley about where the wa-
A day or two later, its new home was my driveway, my first of many fourwheel-drive acquisitions over the years.
terslides are now located at Bridal Falls. It took me through all the historic towns of the Kootenays, through the Rocky Mountains from Banff to Jasper and, on a dusky blue summer evening in the canyon of the Fraser at Big Bar ferry, allowed me to discover an area where a few years later I would explore many
times on horseback. Eventually age and abuse caused the big in-line six to pack it in and, though I can’t recall its disposition, I assume I had it hauled off to the auto-equivalent bone yard, junked like the car lot where I acquired it. My Wagoneer’s death, while certainly permanent then, may see a resurrection at least in part from Jeep’s concept car department. In Tuesday’s Vancouver Province auto section is a feature on seven Jeep concept vehicles, one of which is reminiscent of my old rig. It would be great to see a modernized large Wagoneer-equivalent start to roll off the assembly line. I might even be tempted buy one if my little Jeep, which is more a “sidewalk smoothy” than a rugged off-roader, comes to the end of its life. Regardless, time does move on despite the memories, and perhaps soon I shall be returning to the site of the old car lot to drool over more stuff to use in the backcountry.
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All political correspondence must be on public record I’m concerned our mayor is directing people to use his private email. I’m not saying he meant to do so, but here’s the crux of the problem. In the Hillary Clinton so-called email scandal south of the border, she used her private email and deleted thousands of them. Editorialists on both sides of the border rightly point out that a politician must be above board, and all correspondence, emails, etc. must be on the public record. Period. Politicians work for the public good – not their own, and the public has a right to
know every facet about how they are carrying out that work. That includes the mayor of Abbotsford. Henry Braun directed the public to use his private email on his Facebook page where he posts as a politician promoting the City of Abbotsford. That’s a dangerous precedent. Let’s say you want to tell the mayor about a problem in the city, or maybe you’re unhappy with one of his decisions. All emails should go to the mayor’s email at the city, so that there is a public record and paper trail. Otherwise, the mayor can
just say, “Oh, I don’t like that email, or I don’t like that person” – and voila’ - delete. No paper trail. Conversely, let’s say, you’re a developer and you want an inside scoop on land, you email the mayor on his private email instead of the city’s, and again, there’s no paper trail. I’m not saying that would happen, but when the mayor says: “Use my private email,” it opens the mayor’s chair for potential abuse of power and privilege. The wisest choice now, I believe, is for Henry to change course.
Maybe it was an error of judgment, and that’s fine, because we all do that at times, and he’s new at a very challenging job. I think it would be a step in good faith to tell people very clearly to use his public email at the city, no ifs or buts about it. Then delete his private email from the public record on Facebook, and only use the mayor’s email at the city. Plainly stated, a mayor using a private email erodes public trust. Trudy Beyak Abbotsford
Nowhere for no more frustration homeless to go I am writing in response to C. Rode’s letter regarding the homeless in Abbotsford. Mr. Rode believes that taking the City of Abbotsford to court to change the bylaws in order to accommodate the homeless is a waste of taxpayers’ money. One point that he based his conclusion on was that most of these people are not from Abbotsford, but from other regions. Is it true that most of the homeless are not from Abbotsford? Just as well, a person is a person and all people deserve consideration from others, regardless of where they are from. He also pointed out that they have not paid any taxes for the upkeep and other things required to maintain the parks. This point should be reconsidered as it is a stereotype. Just because he thinks homeless people don’t pay taxes doesn’t mean that all homeless people don’t pay taxes, or never have paid any taxes in the past. The truth is, you can’t pay tax on something you don’t have, and the homeless do not have much. Another point Mr. Rode made was that parents would not be able to let their children play in the parks after the homeless have been there for fear of them getting hurt from the needles and garbage on the ground. This is a questionable cause, as there are other possibilities of where the needles and garbage come from. Eliminating the homeless from parks would not necessarily eliminate the needles and garbage from the ground. The last point that he made was that we all try to obey the city’s bylaws, and the homeless should obey them also. The problem with this is that if the homeless people had somewhere else to go, they would be there. They wouldn’t choose to sleep outside in the cold. If we want to find a solution other than changing the bylaws to allow the homeless to sleep outside, we should find or create another place for the homeless to stay instead of allowing them to suffer in the cold out on the street. Paige Schievink
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March 25, 2015 Notice of Public Hearing to consider amendments to Abbotsford Zoning Bylaw, 2014
ABBOTSFORD ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW BYLAW NO. 2416-2015
Abbotsford Council will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 pm on March 30, 2015, in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., under the provisions of the Local Government Act to consider the following bylaws. At the Public Hearing, all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaws that are the subject of the hearing. The following is a synopsis of the bylaws amending the Zoning Bylaw of the City of Abbotsford, and is not deemed to be an interpretation. A copy of each bylaw and relevant background documentation may be inspected in the Planning Services Division (2nd Floor), Abbotsford City Hall, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., on March 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 and 30, 2015 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. If you have any questions, please contact Planning Services Staff at 604-864-5510.
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If Bylaw No. 2417-2015 is adopted, the applicant proposes to construct a new Fire Hall on the subject land to replace the existing Fire Hall #5 currently located next to the Mt. Lehman Library.
The driver of a beer truck was pulled over in Abbotsford earlier this month, and subsequently failed a breathalyzer test. Officers with the RCMP’s Fraser Valley Traffic Services said a white semi-truck was reported to be driving erratically on Highway 1 through Langley on March 9, in the middle of the day. Later, another truck driver called RCMP to report that a truck of the same description and hauling a trailer was driving erratically on the highway. The caller said the driver had made a hand gesture while passing. Around 4 p.m., the complainant helped Mounties track down the truck in question on the highway, still in Abbotsford. After being pulled over near No. 3 road, the driver was given a breathalyzer, which he failed, and handed an immediate roadside prohibition. The truck and the trailer, which was found to be full of beer, were hauled to a local tow-yard. The owner of the trailer was then notified where the beer could be picked up. Police say that due to the province’s immediate roadside prohibition legislation, the truck driver was not criminally charged because it was his first offence and no collision occurred. He and his female passenger took a taxi to Chilliwack.
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ABBOTSFORD ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW BYLAW NO. 2417-2015
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Truck driver hauling beer fails breathalyzer
Next Council Meeting: March 30, 2015 View Live Council meetings online at www.abbotsford.ca/livecouncil View Archived Council meetings online at www.abbotsford.ca/archivecouncil
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Variable speed zones will be in place on a sections of the Coquihalla Highway, and on two other major routes, by next winter, featuring electronic signs with limits that change depending on the conditions. Transportation Minister Todd Stone spoke on Friday, March 20, to a meeting of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, outlining the province’s new 10-year transportation plan. Stone told reporters three pilot areas – west of Revelstoke, around the Coquihalla Highway’s snowshed and at a location on the Sea to Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler – will be operational with variable speed limits in time for next winter. Signs and sensors in the road will be tied to the ministry’s traffic-management centre in Coquitlam to provide a variable maximum speed for motorists during snow or heavy rains, for example. “The 120-km/h speed limit in the case of the Coquihalla might not be appropriate based on a big dump of snow,” Stone said. “In a matter of minutes, we’ll be able to dial that speed limit down.” The project will cost about $24 million for all three locations. Each section is about 10 to 12 kilometres in length.
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Million-dollar ‘63 Lincoln unveiled Customized by Abby’s 360 Fabrication After sneak preview photos of a customized million-dollar ‘63 Lincoln built in Abbotsford were leaked, it was dubbed “The Assassin” in social media. On Tuesday, auto enthusiasts got to see it with their own eyes when it was unveiled at the Vancouver International Auto Show. Customized by Abbotsford-based 360 Fabrication, the 1963 Lincoln Continental Roadster includes a $100,000 sound system, a 1,250-horse power Super Cobra Jet engine, customized Bentley leather interior and tons of other custom features. The specialty Lincoln is valued at more than $1 million. The project took more than a year and half to complete by a team of 15 master automotive technicians at 360. “This is the most technically complex custom car we’ve produced,” says 360 Fabrication president Rick Francoeur. “The owner of this vehicle wanted something beyond what has ever been seen in a vintage custom project in Canada, and this car delivers on that.” The 18-month project included removing the original roof, chopping the windshield three inches, adding three inches to the height of the body to keep it in proportion with the custom 24” wheels, and developing a custom nitrogen air ride system. The custom black cherry candy paint job took over 450 hours to complete because of the size and lines of the vehicle. “It’s fun to see it all come together. We’re coming down to the wire now. [360 is] proud of this build. It’s exciting to be part of a project like this,” says Francoeur. “It’s going to be the most expensive care we’ve done.” And while the Lincoln is built to drive, Francoeur says it has become “car art at this stage.” The Lincoln is going to be added to the private collection of a Canadian auto enthusiast. The 1963 Lincoln is on display at the Vancouver International Auto Show, on until March 29 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. For more about 360 Fabrication visit: www.360Fabrication.com For more about the Vancouver International Auto Show visit: www.vancouverinternationalautoshow.com More photos and video on the abbynews Facebook page and at abbynews.com
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Notice of Director Hearing
Proposed amendment to Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2005
The Acting Director of Development Planning will hold a Director Hearing at 3:00 pm, on March 26, 2015, in Room 235, at Abbotsford City Hall, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., under the provisions of the Local Government Act, to consider the approval of Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 1965. At the Director Hearing, all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed Temporary Industrial Use Permit will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Temporary Industrial Use Permit that is the subject of the Hearing.
for property located at 1880 McCallum Road
The following is a synopsis of Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 1965, and is not deemed to be an interpretation. A copy of Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 1965 and relevant background documentation may be inspected in the Planning Services Division (2nd Floor), Abbotsford City Hall, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, B.C., anytime between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays. If you have any questions, please contact Planning Services Staff at 604-864-5510.
TEMPORARY INDUSTRIAL USE PERMIT NO. 1965
The City of Abbotsford will hold a public information meeting to consult with the public on a proposal to amend the City’s Official Community Plan (OCP), which would change the land use designation for a portion of the subject property from City Residential to Commercial. This amendment is necessary in conjunction with the applicant’s proposal to rezone the subject property from Civic Institutional Zone (P1), Service Commercial (C4), and Manufactured Home Park Zone (RH1) to Community Commercial Zone (C3) and the discharge of Land Use Contract No. 36, to permit the development of an approximately 12,900 m2 commercial development. The public is invited to attend this meeting to comment on the proposed OCP amendment. The applicant will be available to answer questions regarding the proposed development. Presentation boards will also be available which will outline the preliminary proposed drawings in greater detail. Meeting date: Thursday, April 2, 2015 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Alexander Elementary School, located at 2250 Lobban Road If you have any questions, please contact Planning Services staff: Blake Collins, Senior Planner, 604-851-4182, bcollins@abbotsford.ca
SUBJECT LAND: A portion of 33725 Valley Road PURPOSE: If Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 1965 is approved a landscape depot, green waste and construction debris recycling facility will be permitted on a portion of the subject property.
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More than 50 local artisans, selling products from gourmet food, handmade soaps to jewelry and household products, will join forces Saturday, March 28 for a special fundraiser craft fair. Greta’s Craft Fair, at the Rancho Caterers on Delair Road in Abbotsford, will raise money to help the family of Greta Loewen, who is fighting a rare form of bone cancer. The fair runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature door prizes, gift basket raffles, a concession stand, chocolate and an Easter Bunny for the kids. Admission is free for kids and a $5 minimum donation for adults.
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The Abbotsford Comedy Gala takes place a the Phoenix Ballroom on Saturday, March 28. The show will feature stand-up comedy and headliners Eddie Della Sieppe and Matt Billon, with host Jared Borland. Della Sieppe was a favourite on MuchMusic’s Video on Trial and has appeared at Just For Laughs. Billon has been featured at Just For Laughs, on CTV, The Comedy Network, and Sirius XM Satellite Radio. Tickets are $15, and are available at funny t i m e s . eve n t b r i t e. ca. Tickets will also be available at the door for $20 the night of the show. Reserved dinner seating is available until 6:30. Contact reservations@phoenixlounge. ca or at 604-859-2220 ext 216.
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Charlotte and Stephan show a volunteer from the audience about sound and vibration by immersing a tuning fork in water. The demonstration was part of Science World shows at Sevenoaks Shopping Centre on Saturday. Other spring break events continue at Sevenoaks this week.
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Six Profound Exhibition Experiences 100 Years of Loss: The Residential School System in Canada Decolonize Me
Exhibition organized by the Ottawa Art Gallery / Exposition organisée par la Galerie d’art d’Ottawa Photo Credit: 100 Years of Loss
Ancestry and Artistry: Maya Textiles from Guatemala
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The Antique Expo was held at Tradex over the weekend, with had a wide variety of items for sale including this antique lamp. The event provided an opportunity for antiquing, treasure hunting and bargains, while featuring vibrant folk art, silver accents, fine furniture and more. Peter Blundell, a fully accredited member of the Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisers, was there to take a look at a wide variety of antique items.
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A memorial service for legendary Abbotsford volunteer and community sports builder Liz Carter will take place Saturday, March 28, at Trinity Christian Reformed Church at 2 p.m. Cater passed away last week after a battle with cancer. Trinity Christian is located at 3215 Trethewey St. After the service there will be refreshments provided for those wishing to stay and connect with the family and close friends.
Transit tax would apply on new cars bought outside Metro Abbotsford residents would be exempt Friday, March 27 • 3 - 9 Saturday, March 28 • 10 - 6 Sunday, March 29 • 10 - 4
the region, in places like Abbotsford, and the tax is fair to consumers. Black Press It follows the same model used by other cities The proposed 0.5 per cent sales tax at the with differential sales taxes such as Seattle and heart of this spring’s Metro Vancouver transit Los Angeles. “We’re encouraged by this,” New Car Dealers’ referendum will apply on all new cars bought by Metro Vancouver residents, even if they’re Association of B.C. CEO Blair Qualey said. “On sold by dealers outside the region in the Fraser the face of it, this goes a long way towards addressing the concerns of our members.” Valley, where the tax wouldn’t otherwise apply. People who live outside of Metro in cities like But Abbotsford residents won’t have to pay the tax – even if they choose to buy a car in Langley Abbotsford or Squamish wouldn’t pay the new sales tax, regardless of whether they’re shopor elsewhere in Greater Vancouver. The decision by Transportation Minister Todd ping at a dealership in their home city or inside Stone to charge the tax based on where buyers Metro Vancouver. It’s not entirely clear what would haplive rather than where a new car is sold pen, Qualey added, when a construction aims to answer the concerns of Metro company with offices in various cities car dealers, who feared their customers buys a large fleet of vehicles. would go outside the region to save the Qualey said it will be up to the new 0.5 per cent. car dealers’ board of directors, which ICBC requires vehicles to be registered meets again next week, to decide if the based on the owner’s home address to association takes any position in the determine rates and Autoplan insurtransit tax referendum as a result of the ance dealers would collect the additional change, adding there are “differing opinnew Congestion Improvement Tax from STONE ions” among directors. Metro residents at the time of registra“We’ve always said we’re supportive tion. The request was made March 3 by mayors’ of strategic investment in good roads, bridges council chair Gregor Robertson in response to and public transit,” Qualey added. “We recogconcerns raised about the potential leakage of nize there’s an issue of congestion in Metro Vancouver and it’s important that be addressed.” business outside of Metro. “We share your objective of a fair and equiHe had previously predicted Metro dealers table tax,” Stone said in a March 19 letter to the would be forced to absorb the tax, equivalent to Vancouver mayor, adding the collection method $150 on a $30,000 new car, to keep from losing will “promote a level playing field for automo- customers to the Fraser Valley. tive dealers and consumers.” Retail Council of Canada spokesman Greg Langley Township Mayor Jack Froese said the Wilson wondered if the province would apply agreement with Stone ensures Metro auto deal- the same tax treatment for new cars to other erships remain competitive with those outside costly purchases, such as appliances. Jeff NAGEL
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Truck tracking devices coming Truckers will be required by the federal government to use electronic logging devices (ELDs) to track their driving and ensure they stay within safe hours of operation. ELDs are expected to reduce driver fatigue that can lead to crashes as drivers can no longer be pressured to exceed legal operating hours or skip mandatory rest breaks by falsifying paper records. They should also save drivers paperwork as the recording devices will replace the use of
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Companies providing cable TV service must soon provide more low-cost basic channel options or a pay-towatch feature. log books. Truck safety enforcement is expected to become more efficient as much officers’ time is now spent verifying log books. The B.C. Trucking Association welcomed the change, which was announced Thursday by federal Transportation Minister Lisa Raitt, along with a requirement for electronic stability control systems on all new trucks. “A heavy truck crash is not only emotionally and physically distressing, it causes property damage, involves emergency and road maintenance crews, creates a loss of reputation for the company and affects other road users,” said BCTA president Louise Yako.
Six-laning highway details on hold Transportation ministry officials say they
won’t have more details on a proposed six-laning of Highway 1 from Langley to Abbotsford until next winter. The highway expansion project was included in the province’s new 10-year transportation plan unveiled this week. A ministry spokesperson said the province is undertaking a preliminary engineering study to determine the scope for six laning – including whether it will include HOV lanes or not – on the 30-kilometre section of the freeway from 216 Street in Langley to Highway 11 in Abbotsford. The spokesperson said the work is to examine “capacity and safety issues” while taking into consideration the condition of existing infrastructure and the long range development plans of regional municipalities.
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The tub is usually the star, but it’s equally important to choose the right faucet. And like other elements of the bathroom, tub faucet trends come and go. “It used to be fashionable to have sharp angles, but now they’re more linear but rounded,” says Ilnitchi.
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One of the most rewarding aspects of gardening is the enjoyment of growing your own vegetables. While many homes lack large backyards for a vegetable garden many small areas of the landscape can be turned into extremely productive fresh harvest areas. The strong trend of growing our own great tasting food in an urban environment is overwhelming. People are discovering that food grown at home simply tastes better than store-bought and can be grown easily in small areas or containers. As early spring temperatures start to rise, myriad vegetables can be started from seed or planted as early transplants. Garden centres are now starting to carry new collections of compact veggie varieties that are better suited to growing in containers and in small spaces than standard varieties. When selecting a container suitable for growing vegetables keep in mind that larger containers means less work and attention to watering etc. therefore greater ease of success. Smaller containers tend to dry out quicker and may not have enough soil room to produce proper root development. Check out some of the new British haxnicks collapsible patio planters. They’re perfect for patios and balconies and endof-season can be collapsed and folded away till next year. Choosing the proper soil for growing in containers is crucial for success. Good quality container mixes will allow proper drainage and good root development. For containers
Early spring plantings should be peas, onions, radish, spinach, Swiss chard, mustard greens lettuce, kale, baby carrots and even potatoes. Yes; potatoes can be grown on the sunny balcony with a reusable potato grow bag. Many new varieties of organic gourmet varieties are now available for planting. Try Nicola a great low glycemic variety, or for great flavor, a variety called Sieglinde. Make sure to plant some containers with fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, chives, and rosemary
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Curb appeal: Outdoor lighting Linda Poetker
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Motion activated fixtures installed in areas that typically only need to be lit for short periods of time, such as dark stairwells, walkways and alleys provide safety and security only when needed. It is possible to over-ride this function if lighting is required for longer periods of time.
LIGHTING FOR AESTHETICS Strategically placed exterior lighting can greatly increase your home’s WOW factor. The right fixtures can accessorize your yard and home much like the right necktie or piece of jewelry completes an outfit. A carefully chosen fixture should enhance your home whether energized or not, day or night.
Today’s products offer everything from motion-activated illumination, solaractivated illumination from dusk to dawn, or a combination where a solaractivated fixture will brighten with motion at night.
Directional or flood lighting should showcase your home’s best architectural and/or landscaping features. Planning is important as the type of fixture and/or lamp may have very different effects depending on colour temperature, size, style and placement.
AFFORDABLE LIGHTING AND “BLING” Exterior rated LED tape or rope lighting is a great way to provide inexpensive, low profile year round lighting for both aesthetics and safety. This type of lighting can be installed along stair treads, rooflines, deck railings and even around trees for some impressive bling.
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Cultivators are similar to tillers in that they loosen soil. Cultivators are effective during the growth period of plants, when they can be used to aerate the soil and remove weeds. Cultivators come in hand-held versions and push models, and some are even motorized. Cultivators get close to plants to remove weeds without disturbing the plant. They also are used to stir in compost or fertilizer.
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Men’s golf team wins annual tournament The UFV golf teams hosted their annual invitational tournament this weekend and already look to be in the swing of things to start the spring season. The men’s team won the team title with an even-par twoday total of 576 at that tournament, which was hosted at the Chilliwack Golf Club. UFV rookie golfer Connor McLellan finished second overall with a two-day score of 142 (-2). Connor O’Dell tied for third, shooting one-under for the weekend, while Cody Stewart took fifth with an even-par weekend. Second place in the men’s team event went to Edmonton’s
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UFV’s Connor O’Dell finished tied for third at the school’s annual invitational tournament last weekend. MacEwan Griffins (two-day total of 616). The individual men’s title went to Scott Secord of UBC, who made a birdie on the final hole to edge McLellan by a single shot. The Cascades women’s squad – made up of Jen Woods,
Natasha Mackenzie and Hannah Dirksen – placed second with a two-day score of 355, 11 strokes back of the victorious MacEwan squad. UVic’s Brynn Tomie took the women’s individual crown with a two-day score of 153 (+7), while UFV rookie
Dirksen tied for third (+30). “What impressed me most this weekend was the play of our rookies Connor McLellan and Cody Stewart,” said coach Chris Bertram. “It’s great to see our younger players stepping up and making a name for themselves. The future of this team is very bright and I am excited to see how the spring season progresses.” The UFV Invitational marks the start of the spring season. This fall the Cascades women’s and men’s teams swept the PacWest conference titles, and won silver and bronze, respectively, at CCAA nationals.
Spring Jr. Cascades basketball sessions The Junior Cascades girls basketball club is hosting a series of spring development sessions in Abbotsford and Chilliwack. The sessions, for girls in the U10 to U17 age groups, run in Abbotsford the week of March 30 and in Chilliwack the week of April 6. Led by UFV women’s basketball coach Al Tuchscherer, the Junior Cascades will once again be offering a full spectrum of spring/summer travelling teams, and the upcoming spring camps are the first step in that process. The club features
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Abbotsford News Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Songs, g Strings g & Steps p ppresents:
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Featuring: Choirs of Trinity Western University Calvin Dyck Abbotsford Youth Orchestra Fraser Valley Academy of Dance Alison Nystrom, soprano Pilkey Sisters
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Parking is limited; carpooling strongly encouraged
Tickets: House of James, King’s Music Adults: $22 + tax/fee Students: $12 + tax/fee
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Abbotsford skiers lead Four local football players participate in Senior Bowl Hemlock team
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Four Abby players participated in the 2015 Senior Bowl game held at Langley’s McLeod Stadium on Saturday. The players partici-
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Abbotsford Panthers and Noah Falconer of the W.J. Mouat Hawks. The camp portion of the Senior Bowl was hosted at the B.C. Lions training facility. After the training sessions individual awards were handed out and Bateman’s Joshua Friskie was named top practice player among the defensive backs. In Saturday’s game Team Yamaoka scored a 22-7 victory over Team Beatty.
Taylor finishes 35th Abbotsford’s Nick Taylor posted another strong showing at last weekend’s Arnold Palmer Invitational at the Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Fla. Taylor struggled in his first round, posting a round of 76, but rallied by scoring a sevenunder 65 in his second round to make the cut. Scores of 70 and 71 on his final two rounds left Taylor a minus-six for the tournament and tied for 35th. He won $29,098 for his efforts. Adam Hadwin did not play in the tournament, although he’s slated to compete at next weekend’s Valero Texas Open in San Antonio, Tex.
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Abbotsford C1 goalie Cohen Schut fends off an attack from a Surrey C2 player during Abbotsford Minor Hockey Association’s tournament from March 14-16. A total of 16 teams participated from B.C. and Washington State. A pair of Chilliwack teams faced off in the final, with Chilliwack C3 taking the title.
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Annabel Johnson competed for Team BC in Manitoba Abbotsford speed skater Annabel Johnson has returned from Manitoba with a bag full of medals. The young skater was competing for Team BC at Canada West Short Track Speed Skating Championship held in Selkirk, Man., against the best skaters in her development category from Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon and Northwest Territories. Johnson earned gold in the 3,000 and 1,500 me-
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A bake sale to benefit the Fraser Valley Humane Society will be held Friday, March 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It takes place at the Prospera Credit Union at 32423 Lougheed Hwy. in Mission. Bakers are needed. Info: 604820-2977.
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HOMINUM MEETS Hominum Fraser Valley meets Friday, March 27 at 7:30 p.m. This is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. For information and meeting location, call Art at 604-4629813 or Don at 604329-9760.
STROKE SURVIVORS The Heart and Stroke Foundation requires volunteer facilitators for the Living with Stroke Program in Abbotsford. The program helps stroke survivors adapt to being back in the community. Volunteer training is provided. For more information
Ukrainian egg decorating classes are held Friday, March 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Trinity Memorial United Church, 33737 George Ferguson Way. Cost is $25 for adults and $18 for kids (ages seven to 14). To register, call Jean Jury at 604-8539568.
ALATEEN MEETS Alateen, a part of Al-Anon Family Groups, is for young people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking, whether it’s a parent, sibling or friend. The group meets every Tuesday in Abbotsford at the Home Society (31581 South Fraser Way), starting at 7:15 p.m. Info: 604-855-
Bingo is held every Sunday as the Abbotsford Legion (2513 West Railway St.) at 2 p.m. Cost is 50 cents per ticket and all players over the age of 19 are welcome. Info: Peter at columbia.49@ shaw.ca or call the branch at 604-8531711
Carpet bowling takes place every Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Garden Park Tower, 2825 Clearbrook Rd. Cost is $1.25. Info: 604-853-5532
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The Mood Disorders Association support group in Abbotsford meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Abbotsford Community Services (2420 Montrose Ave.) It is open to those who have mood disorders such as depression, manic depression, anxiety and panic attacks. Friends and family are also invited. Info: Christine at 604854-9404
Volunteers are needed for the Reading Buddy program at the Clearbrook Library (32320 George Ferguson Way) and Abbbotsford Community Library (33355 Bevan Ave.). The program pairs high school students and/ or adults with children in Grades 2 to 4 who need extra help with their reading skills. The volunteers spend one hour a week with their buddy, reading books and doing literacybased activities. An orientation session is provided to all volunteers. Application forms are available at both libraries.
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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), a non-profit weight-loss support group, meets weekly. For information about chapters in Abbotsford and Mission, call Jacquie at 604-5560535.
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Time for gardeners to get spring vegetables planted Finally, it’s time to get your early vegetables growing if you want to savor the wonderful fresh taste of new vegetables this spring. Keep in mind, however, not all vegetables can be started early. Many, like bush and pole beans, need warmer soil temperatures for good germination and successful growth. At this time of year, you should be using raised beds of eight to 10 inches, and it is essential to have good soil preparation and drainage. Even though many seed catalogues recommend a later start, broad beans can be planted now. These large beans love cooler soil temperatures and mature early in the spring before the weather becomes too warm. Early brassicas (cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and kale), can be under way now as well. They do best from seedlings started indoors, but it’s important to use only early varieties at this time of year as they are bred to withstand cool conditions. Brassicas are lime lovers, so use plenty of Dolopril in the rows. If root maggots have been a problem in the past, try adding fir or hemlock bark mulch and sand to improve the openness and porosity of the soil. Lettuce is possibly the oldest, most popular of all vegetables. It will grow under a wide diversity of conditions, but prefers cool growing temperatures of between 50 and 60 degrees F. You can seed it directly in the ground later on, but for early crops, it’s best to transplant seedlings. Leaf lettuce is faster maturing than head types. Try some of the new ‘loose head’ varieties like ‘Buttercrunch’ and for an interesting change, plant some of the new vibrant red-leafed varieties - they really colour up both the garden and a salad bowl.
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THE Loewen Family & staff of Loewen Welding wish to thank the Abbotsford Fire Dept, Abbotsford Police Dept & BC Ambulance in their response to the tragic accident that occurred at our facility. We also sincerely thank the community for their support in prayers, flowers, cards & phone calls. It was much appreciated. Mike was an integral part of our company for many years as a leadhand in our production shop. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Our thoughts & prayers are with Donna and family.
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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.
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PAWSON, Dorothy March 1, 1925 - March 20, 2015 It is with great sadness that the family of Dorothy Evangeline Pawson (nee Carlson) announces her sudden but quiet passing on March 20, 2015 at the age of 90.
ROCK, Jason
GOMM EVANS Gladys Florence Oct. 23, 1936 ~ March 22, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother at Abbotsford Regional Hospital with family by her side. Mom was 78 years old. She will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by her children: Gina (Allen) Helmer, Rick (Cathlene) Evans, Teresa (James) Stevenson and daughter-in-law Kathy; her grandchildren Luke, David, Melissa, Ashley, Rachel and Rebecca and other family and friends. Gladys was predeceased by her sons Rod and Jeff and grandson Benjamin. Mom was always up for a “Tim’s” coffee or some fun at the casino. She was an avid reader, adored her Toy Pomeranian, enjoyed crafts and found pleasure in nature but most of all loved her family. As per mom’s wish there will be no service. In lieu of flowers the family asks for you to do a random act of kindness.
Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885
JACKSON Mary Mary Jackson, of Abbotsford, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at the age of 93 on March 17, 2015. She is survived by her sister, Helen Jackson of Abbotsford, by her daughter Joan Stewart and sons Jim (Jean) and Mike, by her grandchildren Bob, Gary, Jason, Alicia and Jared and 5 great grandchildren as well as other relatives and friends. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Robert, in November 1990 and her brothers Jacob and Billy and sisters Rena and Catherine. She will be greatly missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com
Wiebe & Jeske
Edward “Roy” Edward Roy Gomm went to his resting place in Abbotsford on March 17, 2015 at the age of 92 due to complications from heart disease. He was born in Cumberland, BC on July 13, 1922 to his parents Edward and Mary Gomm and was the youngest of six children. Roy joined the Canadian Army in 1942 serving with distinction in England, France, Holland and Germany until the end of World War II. After the war he married his English bride Mildred Mary Tachauer, returned to work for Boyles Brothers Diamond Drilling and raised his family in Vancouver. Roy was a consultant and professional accountant. He was President of the CGA and retired as an FCGA Member Emeritus. Roy served his community throughout his life. He was President of the YMCA in Vancouver. In his retirement years he volunteered with CESO in Canada and overseas for the Government of Fiji. He and his wife Grace were active 25 year members of Kiwanis Golden K in Abbotsford. He loved to golf and travelled the world with his wife Grace. Roy Gomm is survived by his son and daughter-in-law David and Judy Gomm and by his daughter and son-in-law Andrea and Nick Fraser, stepson Bill Laidlaw and wife Sue and stepson Brett Laidlaw and wife Mary, four grandsons Todd, Sean, Loyd and Derren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his son Colin, parents Edward and Mary, his brothers Albert, Norman, Charles and his sisters Harriet and Irene. He is also predeceased by his wives Mildred Mary Gomm and Grace Laidlaw-Gomm. A private celebration of life will be held by his family. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com “THO LOST TO SIGHT, TO MEMORY DEAR THOU WILL EVER REMAIN”
Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885
JANZEN Nina Maria (Caldarella) Nina Maria (Caldarella) Janzen was born in Brooklyn, New York June 25th, 1943. She graduated from nursing school in New York. Nina was married in Brooklyn, New York on September 6th, 1969 to Eric John Janzen. Nina and Eric moved to British Columbia in 1969, and settled in Abbotsford to raise their family. Nina was a helpmate to all who knew her. She was a valued RN at Menno Home in Abbotsford. Nina passed into the arms of our Lord on March 22nd, 2015 at Abbotsford Regional Hospital following a long struggle with cancer. She fell severely ill in Mexico while on vacation with her devoted husband. Thankfully, she had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful week with her husband before she passed. Nina is survived by her loving husband, her daughter Jennifer Janzen (Jocelyn Farley) and her son Jason Janzen (Adrienne Goulas) and her grandchildren Gavin Janzen, Nina & Yianni Goulas-Janzen and Mia & Zoé Farley. A Memorial Service will be held at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC on Wednesday, March 25 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family would encourage donations to The BC Cancer Society. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
Jason James Rock age 35, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2015. He was born on Dec 3, 1979 in Ottawa, Ontario. He was a longtime resident of Abbotsford, British Columbia. He is survived by his loving family; mother, Nicole Rock and father, Jim Rock, sister, Janine Rock, nieces, Hailey and Zoe Manousakis, aunts, uncles & other relatives. Jason graduated from W.J. Mouat High School in 1997. He went on to become a certified plumber, gasfitter and owned his own plumbing company, Response Plumbing & Heating. Jason enjoyed an adventurous social life; traveling, hiking, snowboarding, concerts and most importantly, spending time with friends and family. He will be remembered the most for his kindness to others and his ability to be there for you when you needed a friend the most. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Celebration of Life will be held at Seven Oaks Alliance Church,
2527 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, B.C on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. Friends wishing to send their thoughts, prayers & condolences to Jason’s family can do so by emailing inloving memoryofjasonrock@gmail.com
SMITH Ronald Ronald Wayne Smith, known to friends as “Red”, joined the Lord on Saturday, March 21, 2015 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s. He was born December 26, 1934 in Viscount, Saskatchewan to Golda and Aubrey Smith. Ron was the youngest of three boys. The family moved to Abbotsford in 1946. Ron made lifelong friends while attending Abbotsford Elementary, and then Sheffield High School. He married Verna Kiss in 1959 and they had 3 sons. Ron was hired by Clayburn Industries, where he worked for 40 years before retiring to work on his golf game. Ron is survived by his wife Verna, son Boyd (Karen) of Abbotsford, son Mike (Joanne) of Nanaimo, and son Jim (Jennifer) of Goldendale, Washington, as well as grandchildren Chris, Kendra, Tessa, Georgia, Gillian, Adam, Nadia, Jade and Thea. A service will be held at Saint James Parish on Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 pm, at 2777 Townline Road, Abbotsford, followed by a reception and a burial at the Hazelwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson Society of British Columbia at: www.parkinson.bc.ca Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com
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Dorothy was born on March 1, 1925 in Rainy River, Ontario. As a teen her family moved to Surrey, BC where she attended high school at Queen Elizabeth Secondary. In 1946, she married Allan Pawson in St. Helen’s Church and began life as a wife and mother. Dorothy and Al raised their 5 children on 129 St among wonderful neighbours and friends, many of whom attended her 90th birthday party last month. Upon Al’s retirement from longshoring, they moved to “the farm” in Mission and spent 25+ years enjoying life in “god’s country” which they shared with their children, grandchildren and many of the great-grandchildren too. Many memorable summers and Christmas’s were spent together in that wonderful place. Dorothy was generous of heart, giving many hours of volunteer service to her community well into her senior years as well as donations to charities that mattered to her and her family. She was also a keen card player, bingo and yahtzee enthusiast and lover of sweets - all of which she enjoyed partaking in with her grandchildren. Dorothy moved to Langley and spent her last years close to her family, enjoying vacations and time with friends. She attended Christmas concerts, hockey & soccer games, birthday parties and grad ceremonies watching her great grandchildren grow up. She was a huge fan of large family gatherings and especially enjoyed summertime parties at Cultus Lake with everyone. Dorothy was a cheerful, fun loving woman until the end. Predeceased by her husband in 2003, she will be greatly missed by her brother Bill and sisters Delores and Bea, children Phyllis, Linda, Nancy, Alana (Ray) & David (Denise), 10 grandchildren & their spouses and 17 greatgrandchildren. She will be remembered by many extended family members and friends. A celebration of life will be held on Friday March 27, 2pm at Murrayville Hall (21667 48th Ave) in Langley. In lieu of flowers and in memory of Dorothy’s giving nature, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
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Poultry Farm Supervisor (Abbotsford, B.C.)
FARM WORKERS Seeking 3 farm workers, F/T, permanent needed as soon as possible for L&R Resources Ltd. (253 Street & 124 Ave area, Maple Ridge, BC, V4R 1T8) to work on a Christmas tree farm and fruit orchard. Duties: cultivating, plowing, planting, pruning, irrigate crops, operate farm machinery & equipment. Must be physically able. No education or exp. req’d, will train. English req’d. Location of work in Maple Ridge/Harrison Mills, 40 hours per week, $11/hr. Apply by email only to: murphytreefarms@yahoo.com DO NOT APPLY IN PERSON!!
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Ridge Valley Farms Ltd. in Abbotsford 30974 North Burgess Ave is looking for Poultry Farm Labour Supervisor for their poultry Agriculture division must have good knowledge of general poultry farming be a team leader and be able to speak and write English for daily reports. Keeping control of workers times and schedule and planing. Must be willing to work night shifts and week-ends. Experience 4-5 years in a farm setting. or a degree or diploma in Agriculture Wage Depend On Experience, Starting Salary $2768/mo. Please send resume and bio data via fax: 604-856-7610 Attn. HR Manager
Extremely busy fruit processor in Abbotsford is looking to fill multiple positions with cheerful, team-oriented individuals who have positive attitudes. We offer; Competitive Wages, Health and Dental Benefits, MSP Coverage, and a RSP Plans. Positions available:
Utility Worker (entry level position)
Dumper Operator (forklift certificate an asset) No experience in the food processing industry necessary, but definitely an asset. We are willing to train someone eager to work. Plant operates 24/7 on 12 hour shifts. We are currently recruiting for positions on our night shift (6pm – 6am).
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To apply for any of the above positions either drop off your resume to:
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Dykman Cattle Co. on 35700 Vye Rd. In Abbotsford is looking for Dairy farm Workers. duties: Cleaning of barns and pens, Milking and feeding, show good animal husbandry and able to handle large herd. Experience 1-2 years in a farm sitting and be a team player, Speak/ read and write English. must be willing to work rotational shifts and nights and week-ends. Wages starting at $11.00/hr. Fax your resume: H/R manager 604-850-0010 TREATY COORDINATOR Required - Gitga’at First Nation, Hartley Bay, B.C. For full job description visit www.firstnationsjobsonline.com send resumes to jobs@gitgaat.net
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MITCH MILLER’S Now Hiring Servers for Abbotsford. Drop off resumes to: 33758 Essendene Ave. Abbotsford
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Roseland Family Restaurant. F/T & P/T positions.
Drop resume off or email joe_nijjer@live.ca (DON’T apply btwn noon & 2pm)
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Black Press is home to some of the oldest, most trusted community newspapers in North America. Market by market these are the leading newspapers in their communities.
The Canadian division of Black Press has a challenging opportunity in the Finance Department for a Senior Accountant.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a business-to-business credit and collections environment. Must have an intermediate to advanced proficiency level with Microsoft Excel, and demonstrate successful leadership with the ability to communicate effectively in all forms. The Credit and Collections Manager will engage, manage and work to directly improve the activities of the credit department. Additionally, he/she will manage the administration of all credit activities including the credit approval process, collection of accounts receivables and the credit support function.
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BC FROZEN FOODS A Seasonal Labourer is req. for fresh and frozen processing and packaging in our Mission facility. Job entails: cleaning, pressure washing processing equip., water tanks and pkg facility. Dumping, lifting & loading 40 - 50lb cases. Shift rotations, seasonal F/T, weekdays and weekends, days & nights. $13.00/hr.
Located in Abbotsford, our BC Finance Division is looking for a Credit and Collections Manager for its BC and Alberta Divisions.
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As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 150 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. The company has 3,500 employees, and newsrooms with history dating back to the 1800s.
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QC Technician Provides lab support to maintain the quality of our products. We are looking for candidates with either one year experience working in a laboratory environment and/or a science background. A college degree in a related discipline would be an asset.
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Specifically, the Credit and Collections Manager will: • Supervise the work of 8 credit personnel • Develop/recommend/implement credit and collections policies and procedures • Make decisions regarding bad debt write-offs • Recommend and oversee both third party action and bankruptcy claims • Facilitate the balance between sales growth and credit risk Preference will be given to those with five plus years of managerial experience and who have completed or are currently enrolled in the Certified Credit Professional (CCP) Program.
Black Press is home to some of the oldest, most trusted community newspapers in North America. Market by market these are the leading newspapers in their communities. As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 150 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. The company has 3,500 employees, and newsrooms with history dating back to the 1800s. The position Currently working from our Accounting office in Abbotsford you will be part of our team servicing our Canadian titles. Role and Responsibilities • Creating and posting monthly journal entries • Preparation, completion and analysis of Monthly Financial Statements • Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts • Providing support and oversight to all departments from a best practices approach • Preparation and completion of annual budgets • Various other accounting demands Qualifications and Experience • Completion of an accounting designation • At least 2 year’s experience in full cycle accounting • Good working knowledge of Excel • Strong attention to detail • Good problem solving and analytical skills • Excellent time management and organizational skills • Good interpersonal & communication skills This position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits and pension package.
Your application should include a resume plus references and a cover letter outlining any relevant experience.
If you are an energetic self-motivated individual looking to expand your skills, this is a tremendous opportunity with a company that has experienced continued growth over the years.
Please apply today with a cover letter to:
Please apply today with a cover letter to:
e-mail: sschotts@blackpress.ca
e-mail: sschotts@blackpress.ca
Competition closes: March 31, 2015
Competition closes: March 31, 2015
We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Fruit Corp Farm Labourers req’d at Abbotsoford Growers Ltd. Duties incl lifting, sorting, packaging, pruning, hoeing, spraying & picking berries 40hr/wk $10.50/hr. Mail resume Abbotsford Growers Ltd. 31825 Marshall Rd Abbotsford, V2T5Z8
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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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Clean , Quiet & Spacious Suites. Across the street from Superstore & Seven Oaks Shopping Mall.
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• Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 34633 Vye Rd. Abbotsford B.C. (just past Costco) 604-556-7477 www.buckerďŹ elds.org
5486 Riverside Street Corner of Harris & Riverside Matsqui Village
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1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP. Fam./Pet ok. $39,900 w/$575pad Partial view. Chuck 604-830-1960
OPEN 6 Days a Week Monday - Saturday 8 am ~ 6 pm
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
FEED & HAY
TOY POODLE PUPS 7 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
DAVID & ABIGAIL’S HAULING. Full size p/u truck w/side racks for various hauling jobs. 604-226-6514.
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PETS
Call Ian 604-724-6373
RUBBISH REMOVAL
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC
TREE SERVICES
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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Chilliwack - 45317 Park Dr. 4 bdrm home, office, garage, 2 baths, gas f/p, recent updates, 6 appl., treed yard, 30x34 detached shop with bathroom, close to shops, hospital, cul de sac. Great for mechanic or truckers - on .34 acre lot. $465,000. (604)841-9453 or 604-701-6862 for appt to view
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PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
MOVING & STORAGE
GENERATORS
Starting from
PLUMBING
#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423
283A
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
MISSION TOPSOIL âœŚ Screened Topsoil
Rubber Paving & Parging
2451 Clearbrook Rd Abbotsford
2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706
Cover concrete, asphalt, wood and gravel, driveways, patios, walks and stairs. Paving stones & allan block walls certified installers. Stylish - many colours. Affordable, free estimates (604)997-6622 www.joespavingstone.com
SPRING RELAX SPA 604-859-9686
604-746-6777
625 JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
GARDENING
#1 in the Fraser Valley
CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...
REAL ESTATE
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
MISC. FOR SALE
STEEL BUILDINGS...�SPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!� All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
Elite Fire Protection is currently expanding and have an opening for the following:
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SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
MIRACLE MOVING
142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
2 Day Toonie Days Wednesday March 25th & Thursday March 26th Shoes & Clothing $2/each #7 ~ 31550 S. Fraser Way Across from Mandarin Garden (REGULAR) STORE HOURS Mon. to Sat. 9:30 ~ 4:30 pm COME AND VISIT US!! All proceeds go to Womans Life Recovery Home (Abbotsford)
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TRANSPORTATION
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
TRANSPORTATION 851
TRUCKS & VANS
The Scrapper
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Great View Available Now!
MISSION – $750 Upgraded 2 bed suite, laminate flooring, ensuite storage, garden patio, pet friendly, 12th Ave. 778-344-2787
MISSION
HABITAT APARTMENTS nd
Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail. SENIORS DISCOUNTS Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.
Call 604-852-7350 ABBOTSFORD
33366 2 Ave. Mission
1 Bedroom suite $635 2 Bedroom suite $750 Newly painted , some with new or near new flooring. Quiet, well managed, on site Manager. Undercover parking. Coin Laundry. Near library and downtown. NO Pets.
604-826-2538 Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $660 & 2 bdrm starting $840. 1.5 ba, ht/hw & prkg incl. Games rm Criminal Record check may be req. 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.
ABBOTSFORD W. 2 bdrm. suite. Close to schools, bus & shopping. Easy freeway access. New flooring. Ns/np. $800/mo. incl. utils. Avail. now. 604-825-4009
SUITES, UPPER
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Townhouses 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances
✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets Conveniently located at
3046 Clearbrook Road www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc
ABBOTSFORD RENOVATED SUITES 11 LOCATIONS
• Bachelor • 1 Bdrm. • 2 Bdrm. Inquire About Current Rental Incentives...
PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS! FOR LEASING & INFO.
Call Pamela 604-751-2934 or E-mail: abbotleasing1@mainst.biz
FRASER RIDGE Condo Living at Apartment Prices! www.eryxproperties.com * 1 Bdrm ~ $715 Concrete Bldg. Great Views of Mt. Baker. X-Lge & Bright Heat and Hot Water Incl Sprinklered. Lge patios, 2 Elevators. Lockers. Gated Pkng. Super Clean. N/P.
Call Dave @ 604-859-0482 33555 South Fraser Way Crime Free Multi-Housing Certified
604-855-0883
1977 DODGE HI-TOP camper van. Gutted. New tires, brakes & motor. Runs good. 217,000 kms. $1,500 obo. 604-820-8218
TOWNHOUSES
TRANSPORTATION
LICENSED MECHANIC available for almost all your repair needs. Adrian 604-854-0937.
1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances
TRUCKS & VANS
Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855
BOATS
THE WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and Alert Moving and Storage take notice that Alert Moving and Storage will sell by public auction at Alert Moving Storage Ltd 101-31330 Wheel Avenue, Abbotsford BC on March 27, 2015 for storage and costs of contents of storage unit for the following. Perry Lacouture and Tom Piltingsrud
MISSION: 3 & 4 BDRM T/H’s, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-820-1715
Member - Crime Free Program
meadowood@ pacificquorum.com
SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &
MISSION / HATZIC. Nr schl, newly reno’d lge 3 bdm, 2 ba, 5 appl, deck, lge yd, prkg. No pets. 778-996-7074
Apartment & Townhouse Complex
2 Bdrm. 2 bath. $780/mo.
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Close to schools & shopping Bus stop out front. Free covered parking. Sorry NO DOGS or CATS allowed. 33370 George Ferguson Way
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MISSION. 14th Ave. 2 bdrm. suite. $750/mo. Ns/np. Avail. now. Call 604-820-4238 or 604-751-4238.
OAKMONT MANOR
or Email
MARINE
HATZIC. Large 2 bdrm suite. Insuite laundry. Near high school. Avail. April 1st. Ns/np. $975/mo. incl util, cable & net. 604-826-6192
MEADOWOOD Phone 604-852-4696
2008 Tacoma pickup, 4spd, 4L, power everything, keyless, $7,000 obo. Call (604)701-8158
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2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826
AUTO SERVICES
2007 CHEVY EXPRESS 3/4 ton cargo van. New brakes, tires & starter. $10,500 obo. 604-308-6456
MOTORCYCLES
2005 HARLEY, soft tail custom. Black & chrome. 30,000 kms. $10,900. Call 604-820-8218
www.one4yacht.com 604-669-2248
• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL ABBOTSFORD. Attractive office & or Retail Spaces avail. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Right now we can accomodate your needs up to 11,000 sq. ft. Ph. Frank Noort Investments 604-835-6300. COMMERCIAL SPACE for Lease: 1556 sf. #106 - 33643 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford. 604-850-7731.
The Reptile Guy’s Rescue + Education Center
MISSION AREA. 800 SF SHOP. Available now. $450 + gst + hydro + gas. Security check and references. No Living Quarters. 604-820-0808
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HOMES FOR RENT
MISSION - Cedar Street 1,100sf. 3 bdrm. on 1 acre. Fenced yard, out building and corrals for horses. W/D. $1000 beside elem. school Avail. April 1 / 604-418-6654
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OFFICE/RETAIL
ABBOTSFORD. Quality office space. 2316 McCallum Rd. 660 sq ft. 2nd floor, 2 executive offices, boardroom, receptionist area. Includes heat, light, air, taxes. $924/mo. Bill 604-857-3409
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ROOMS FOR RENT
ABBOTSFORD *CLEAN ROOMS* Bsmt rooms $425. Main floor rooms $450 incl utils & lndry 604-854-1000
747
RV PADS RV Sites $345/mo.
Sewer, water, hot showers incl. Electricity, metered. Heated washrooms, ldry, 20-25 min E. of Mission Hwy #7. Walking distance to local general store, near post office, gas LCB outlets etc. 604-826-2741.
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The Reptile Guy’s Rescue & Education Center’s facility is quickly reaching capacity and is in need of a larger facility.
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LOCKABLE STORAGE / WORKSHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in. Small sizes available. 6 am - 10 pm access. Chase Monday - Friday. 8 am - 5 pm. 604-826-2383
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SUITES, LOWER
ABBOTSFORD E. Largest legal suite. $1000/mo. 6 appl. Ns/np. Avail. April 1st. (604)852-5764 ABBOTSFORD. Nice 2 bdrm suite Mt. Baker view, near Whatcom Rd. Lrg patio, d/w, full bath, $850/mo. incl utils., sat., net. Sorry no pets, smoking or parties. 604-852-6111.
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302A, 6 SPEED AUTO, 3.5L ECOBOOST V-6, POWER GROUP, CRUISE, AIR, ANTI -THEFT, SYNC/BLUETOOTH, 40/20/40 SEATS, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO W/6 MONTHS FREE, CHROME STEP BARS, POWER HEATED MIRRORS, 18” CHROME WHEELS, KEYLESS ENTRY PAD, ALL TERRAIN TIRES, XLT CONVENIENCE PACKAGE, POWER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS, TRAILER TOWING PACKAGE, REAR VIEW CAMERA, REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM. FIE00150 300A, 6 SPEED AUTO, 5.0L FFV V-8, POWER GROUP, CRUISE CONTROL, AIR COND, ANTI THEFT, SYNC/BLUETOOTH, 40/20/40 SEATS, SIRIUS SAT RADIO W/6 MONTHS FREE. F1E21760
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Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at MSA Ford Sales. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Limit one (1) incentive redemption per Eligible Model sale. Offers are not rain checkable. All prices plus taxes and fees. See dealer for complete details for all advertised offers. All offers good on in-stock MSA Ford Sales vehicles only. All offers subject to prior sale. All available Ford incentives, Ford Loyalty/Conquest, Finance cash, Non finance cash, and rebates/rates have been used in advertised prices. Financing/Leasing on approved consumer or business credit. Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment or may not be exactly as shown. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/ offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Our advertised prices include Freight, and P.D.I., add dealer documentation and registration fees of $420, and applicable taxes and fees, then drive away. F-150 Lease offer Total Paid $12,576 including taxes and fees. Purchase option at lease end is $24,812. Upfront costs and down payment(s) are plus taxes and fees. LAPR is .0%. Mileage limit is 40,000kms total, or 20,000 per year. See dealer for service/maintenance contract details. First payment plus taxes and PPSA fees due at lease inception. MSA Finance Cash is an optional incentive for customers who purchase a qualifying vehicle and finance it through the dealer’s partner finance institution. Purchasing Customers must credit qualify (OAC) to qualify for MSA Finance Cash. $1,000 Costco offer available to Costco members in good standing as of February 28 2015. Costco offer is only available on select vehicles, see dealer for details. Up front finance fees may apply were applicable. Offers expire March 21st 2015 @ 6pm. The price listed does not include license, title, registration fees, local taxes, or processing fees, if any. The listed details are to be used as an information listing of available equipment on this vehicle. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of any options or accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. No express or implied warranties or representations of any type concerning this vehicle, including the availability or condition of equipment is made. In the event a product is listed at an incorrect price due to typographical, photographic, or technical error, MSA Ford Sales shall have the right to refuse or cancel any orders placed for product listed at the incorrect price. Offer expries March 28, 2015, @ 6pm.
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