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Kilby Historic Site has been funded for another year of operations. The District of Kent received the heritage site management agreement, which in turn contracts the job out to the non-profit Fraser Heritage Society. The contract includes management of Kilby historic site, the campground and RV park as well as picnic area and boat launch. “I know the District of Kent is very invested in the Kilby site,” says Steve Thomson, minister of forests, lands and natural resource operations, who made the
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announcement March 31. “I am confident that they will work to increase the opportunities for the site to become more financially self-sufficient.” Mike Armstrong is the president of the Fraser Heritage Society. Armstrong says Kilby has been funded again as they are close to becoming self-sufficient, a priority made clear from the government. “The Kilby site doesn’t really take a lot of taxpayer money to operate,” says Armstrong. “We’re very close to becoming a break-even operation.” He says while the entrance fees and restaurant contribute
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Thousands turn out for tulips
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The Agassiz Tulip Festival is a victim of its own success. The overwhelming numbers caused gridlock on the highway, overcrowding at the parking lot and frustrated festival-goers. The festival’s Facebook page was filled with posts reminding visitors to come outside of peak hours and letting people know when the parking lot was full. However, thousands still poured into Seabird
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Island, overwhelming festival facilities and leaving some visitors dissatisfied. Complaints included long waits for limited buses, the cost of parking plus the entrance fee, the lack of adequate port-a potties for the number of attendees and long lines on Highway 7 just to get to Seabird. Visitor Caro Alarie wrote, "We walked half an hour with two kids under 5 but couldn't make them walk back. Waited an hour and 10 minutes to get in the shuttle, how can that be?" But for others, the time and money was well-spent. Facebook commenter Holly Stump wrote, “We loved it. Totally not a rip off. Worth every penny. Even with hundreds of people in front of us the wait for the shuttle was only about 20 minutes. Great service. And being able to buy tulips at the end was the icing on the day!” Poster Kellee Roque said, "Great festival! We have a 3 year-old and we
had no problem waiting for the bus at peak time." Many commenters posted pictures of smiling families surrounded by stunning tulips stretching into the horizon. Festival co-ordinator Kate Onos-Gilbert says there were record numbers of visitors this weekend. Friday, April 3 was rainy but busy. Saturday, OnosGilbert estimates there were more than 3,000 visitors. But Sunday and Monday were the two biggest days with over 5,000 Sunday and close to the same Monday. "We were anticipating maybe 3,000 a day for the maximum," says Onos-Gilbert. "Saturday was really hard for people because we could only get two buses," she explains, adding that people choosing to park on the highway did not help matters as that caused congestion. But by Monday they were able to get five buses running, making a significant difference. This was the first year
the tulip festival used a bus service for attendees. Seabird Island manages the parking lot and the bus costs are shared between Seabird Island and Onos Greenhouses Ltd, which grows tulips for the bulbs to use in the company's cutflower operation. "Hopefully for next year we'll be able to figure out parking and road control," says Onos-Gilbert. The tulip festival started in 2006 with about 200 visitors. Since then, it's grown to between 20,000 and 30,000 attendees over the 12-day event. Onos-Gilbert says having Easter fall on the same time as the tulip festival definitely increases the numbers, along with good weather. Word has spread through social media in Vancouver, bringing carloads out to the valley for the annual event. Onos-Gilbert admits that organizing a festival is not her area of expertise. This is just a
side project of hers that has grown beyond its humble beginnings. "I'm looking to have more community assistance," says OnosGilbert. "If people are willing to help me with the organization, help with the planning so we can make it a smoother event for everyone involved, that would be really helpful to me." Onos-Gilbert warns that this weekend's attendance could vary greatly depending on the weather and encourages locals to come out today or tomorrow to beat the possible crowds and take advantage of the cheaper weekday parking and admission costs. The tulip festival is open today, Thursday, from 12-4 p.m., tomorrow from 12-6:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9-6:30 p.m. The final day of the festival is Sunday, April 12. For admission price and other details, visit www.tulipsofthevalley. com
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Decision by Fraser Health follows appeal by Kent mayor Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER
Fraser Health has backpedalled on a decision to remove the respite bed from Agassiz. The health authority has agreed to convert a residential bed at Glenwood Care Centre back to a respite bed “in the very near future”, according to a letter from Fraser Health’s president and chief executive officer Michael Marchbank. “This decision to convert the respite bed to a complex care bed was based on the historical underutilization of the respite bed located at Glenwood Care Centre,” wrote Marchbank. “However, I understand the importance of having a respite bed located as close as possible to the community it serves.” Marchbank wrote that the bed was removed from Agassiz one year ago, on April 4, 2014 and placed at a “respite hotel” in Mission. Fraser Health did not provide The Observer
with any statistics on respite bed usage in Agassiz or use by local residents of the Mission facility. The letter, dated March 2, was written in response to correspondence from District of Kent Mayor John Van Laerhoven. The mayor wrote a strongly-worded letter to Marchbank in February, making clear the District’s view that it was not acceptable to remove the local respite care and provide the nearest service in Mission, approximately 65 km away. “This news is very disappointing, as residents needing respite from loved ones for the short term are faced with a transportation barrier,” he wrote. “This decision creates more barriers to those that need this service most.” He expressed concern that the decision was not directly shared with the municipality and was not common
knowledge even among local health practitioners. “This lack of consultation and transparency goes totally against the recent messaging from Fraser Health that they want to be more engaged with local governments to create healthy communities.” According to Tasleem Juma, spokesperson for Fraser Health, respite beds were moved from individual communities across the Fraser Valley and centralized into regional clusters. “The decision to consolidate respite care in geographical areas of our region was to ensure we were providing efficient and standardized care to all our clients and their families,” says Juma. But due to the local mayor’s concern, Fraser Health decided to move the bed back to Agassiz. “Providing quality care for individuals and their families in their own communities is
very important to us,” says Juma. In Marchbank’s letter, he forewarned that the move back to Agassiz may not be permanent. “We will continue to monitor the utilization of this bed over the next year, and may need to re-evaluate the decision to retain the respite bed at a future time.” Fraser Health’s home Health program offers support to caregivers, to allow a much-needed break from the emotional and physical demands that go along with home care. According to Fraser Health’s website, respite help can include providing a service in the client’s home such as home support services, or admitting clients with complex care needs to a care facility or hospice residence on as shortterm basis. For questions about home health, call the Home Health Service Line at 1-855412-2121.
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The new suspension bridge at Cascade Falls Regional Park is now ready for visitors. A grand opening celebration to officially open the bridge will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Guided tours, refreshments and activities will be available throughout the day. The bridge, a joint project between the Fraser Valley Regional District and Innergex Renewable Energy, spans Cascade Creek and gives visitors a unique close up view of the dramatic 30-metre falls. The total value of the project, including trail
improvements and interpretive signage is $286,500. “We have had a lot of interest in the bridge over the past few months,” said Ray Boucher, FVRD Electoral Area F director. “While I think it is always worth the drive to Electoral Area F, the improvements at Cascade Falls Regional Park make it even more spectacular. The park was closed at the parking lot to visitors last year to begin construction of the project, which has been delayed due to weather challenges and material availability.
“We are extremely proud to see the bridge completed and are excited for visitors to experience the impressive falls and the natural environment in a new way,” said Matt Kennedy, vice president-environment, Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. operates nine run-of-river hydroelectric facilities in the FVRD near the northern ends of Harrison Lake and Stave Lake. The Cascade Falls suspension bridge is only the third one of its kind in the Lower Mainland.
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The Family Parenting Place in Agassiz will be opening its doors on Saturday mornings for a free family drop-in program. The United Way Fraser Valley has given a grant of $6,500 to Agassiz-Harrison Community Services for the new program. Laura Midan, executive director of Agassiz-Harrison Community Services, is pleased with The United Way's support. "This program will allow Agassiz-Harrison Community Services to reach an audience of families not currently attending our regular Monday-Thursday programming due to employment commitments," reports Midan. "The Saturday drop-in program will incorporate the principles of the Healthy Kids Initiative in addition to introducing client families to local sport and leisure activity." Healthy Kids Initiative is a set of principles authored by local healthcare practitioners outlining healthy lifestyle choices including active play and nutritious food. The Saturday morning program will include games and sports that encourage active play between parents and children as well as a healthy breakfast for client families. Special guests
will promote different sports and activities and a once a month field trip to centres of interest, such as the library or a farm, to help build a sense of community. "The program will reduce social isolation for young families as they build connections with other families and experience activities within the community," says Midan. "Families will be more aware and benefit from increased knowledge about the community-based services, organizations and activities available." Wayne Green, executive director of United Way Fraser Valley, says it was of immediate interest when Midan's proposal came into his office. "They're thinking out of the box," says Green. "Their program was addressing something we really look at in early childhood development: hard-to-reach parents." He explains that quite often, projects will address families who face barriers such as transportation or finance. But this program will address another hard-to-reach group in working parents. "They're the parents who struggle the most because they are working one, two or three jobs to pay their bills. And who
suffers? The kids because they can't go to this programming [during the week]," explains Green. Green says this is the fist time anyone in the Fraser Valley has requested funding for a project running on the weekend. This year's United Way Fraser Valley's funding was significantly more than past year, jumping from $90,000 to $217,844. The Fraser Valley projects address poverty, homelessness and making sure young children are ready for school. While Agassiz-Harrison Community Services received the only targeted local grant, there were several regional projects that received funding including Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley, a Fraser Valley Rent Assistance Project and a Home-To Stay outreach worker. Funding is shared equitably around the Fraser Valley based on population, explains Green. Agassiz' Family Parenting Place Saturday program will run from 9-12 p.m. Saturday mornings at the Family Parenting Place (7272 Morrow Road) for families with children aged 0-6 years. Watch The Observer for details on when the program will start.
Kent parks and rec committee named
The District of Kent Parks and Recreation committee has now been assembled. The committee, which was approved in January by Council, is a volunteer group which will provide input to the District on matters related to program service delivery
and general use of local recreation facilities. The structure of the committee includes a Council representative, a maximum of six members at large, two liaison advisory members, one youth representative and a special events
representative for the Kent 125 Celebration committee. The members of the Parks and Rec committee are Coun. Susan Spaeti (committee chair) with Coun. Duane Post as alternate, and staff representatives as needed. Members at large
are Jayson Gill, Michelle Kuipers, Dylan Crooks, Bruce Key, Chuck Jensen and Jack van Dongen. Bev Kennedy is a liason member to the committee as the Kent 125 Celebration representative. Ian Wilson is the youth representative.
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VOLUNTEER WEEK April 12 to April 15, 2015 How to find the right volunteering opportunity
Millions of people volunteer every year. Some parents may volunteer to coach their children’s athletic teams, while other volunteers work with nonprofit organizations in need of assistance to help turn their mission statements into reality. Though many people may spend a lifetime volunteering with the same organization, many others find their initial foray into volunteering does not meet their expectations, and such volunteers might walk away in search of another organization or opportunity. Because the turnover rate of volunteers can be so significant, many charities, in particular those that work with children, ask volunteers to make a minimum commitment before coming on board. But the reason many volunteers walk away from a volunteering opportunity has little to do with time and more to do with finding a volunteering opportunity that’s right for them. The right opportunity differs for everyone, and men and women who want to give back to their communities can ask themselves a series of questions in an effort to find a volunteering opportunity that best suits them.
WHAT CAUSES AM I PASSIONATE ABOUT?
A cause you are passionate about is often a great place to start when you search for a volunteering opportunity. For example, people with a love of animals may find that working with a nearby animal shelter, whether it’s working at the shelter or fostering animals in need of temporary homes, is a great way to give back. Sports fans and athletes whose playing days are largely behind them may want to volunteer with their local youth leagues or coach at a nearby school. When you are passionate about a cause, you will likely be passionate about volunteering to advance that cause.
WHAT DO I WANT TO DO?
What you want to do while volunteering is another factor to consider. Men and women who work in an office all week may want to get outdoors on the weekends, so volunteering opportunities with the local park system might be an ideal fit. It’s also important to determine what you don’t want to do. Some people are uncomfortable asking others for money, so such men and women should avoid volunteering positions that focus on fundraising. If a volunteering opportunity involves activities you don’t enjoy, you’re less likely to stick with it.
HOW MUCH TIME DO I HAVE TO VOLUNTEER?
It’s not a crime to have a hectic schedule. Prospective volunteers whose time is already stretched thin may want to avoid ongoing volunteer opportunities that require significant time commitments. Such people might be more suited to one-time projects or those opportunities that allow volunteers to decide at the last minute if they will attend. Honestly assess your schedule to determine how much time you have to devote to volunteering before choosing an activity.
WHERE DO I WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Cities typically have more volunteering opportunities than the suburbs, so men and women should determine if travel is a deterrent before choosing a volunteering opportunity. A nearby city might have opportunities that are more suitable to your skills, but if you are averse to traveling, then you may not stay committed to such projects. When looking for a volunteering opportunity, determine where you would like to volunteer, and be honest with yourself when assessing if travel is a potential deterrent. The Agassiz Harrison Historical Society welcomes volunteers! You are the heart and smile of our communities!
Looking to get to know your community and meet some amazing people? We would love to have you join us. Only 3 hours a week in either: ... to all our amazing Harrison Festival volunteers! Your dedication, enthusiasm and support is the very heart of our year round programming.
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Limiting plastic a good start
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Are you worried by the amount of plastic in the environment?
It’s time to do away with plastic microbeads in our cosmetics, cleansers and toothpastes. There is good reason to believe these plastic microbeads are already clogging up the bodies of miniscule marine life after being swept down the drains and excreted through ocean outfalls. Even in areas with sewage treatment, the tiny flakes of plastic are still finding their way into the Great Lakes and other bodies of water in disturbing concentrations. Europeans are ahead of North America in the fight against microplastics in everyday products. As an example, two Dutch-based advocacy groups launched an app in 2012 that identifies which products contain plastic microbeads (see BeatTheMicrobead.org). But the momentum is shifting in North America. New Jersey recently banned the manufacture and sale of plastic microbeads in cosmetic product, and a ban already exists in Illinois; several other states are considering similar measures. Consumers are also getting more conscientious about plastic waste, and should be applauded for avoiding products that contain plastic beads. But why do manufacturers continue to use plastic microbeads in their products? Exfoliation and esthetics are the advertised reasons, but it really comes down to cost-savings, which hardly justifies their continued use. It turns out natural exfoliants like rice, apricot seeds, nut shells and even bamboo work even better than microbeads for exfoliation because they have rough edges. Companies like Johnson & Johnson, Unilever, The Body Shop, L’Oreal, Colgate-Palmolive and others are sensing the shift in direction and have already started phasing out microbeads in an effort to eliminate their use by 2015. Environment Canada is now studying the potential toxicity of microplastics, but government does has a way of dredging through any new regulatory measures. In the meantime, avoid purchasing any products with polyethylene or polypropylene in the ingredients list. Aquatic life will thank you for it. ~ Black Press
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Tom Fletcher Victoria – VICTORIA – The labour situation in B.C. is showing increased signs of strain, even before a long-promised boom in heavy construction gets set to ramp up this summer. Jobs Minister Shirley Bond announced last week that B.C. is suspending its “provincial nomination” program for 90 days. This program allows the province to recommend people for federal immigration, based on skills in demand in B.C. The B.C. provincial nomination program saw its number of applications triple to 1,200 for the month of December, as the federal government cracked down on the temporary foreign worker program. Thousands of temporary foreign workers who have hit the four-year deadline are being sent
home, with many of them turning to the provincial nomination track. Bond has been pleading with Ottawa to raise B.C.’s annual provincial nomination quota from 5,000 to 7,000 or more. The threemonth pause is so her ministry can add staff and speed up processing time. Backlogged applicants will still be considered, and exemptions for health care workers and a northeast pilot program are being maintained. Even with the current slump in energy prices and before anticipated pipeline and liquefied natural gas projects start, the labour shortage in the northeast is near crisis. The last time I was in Dawson Creek, radio ads were offering signing bonuses for qualified truck drivers. In Fort St. John, grocery and hardware retailers have come to depend on foreign workers to keep going. While supposedly educated young people work part-time and refuse to leave the comforts of
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“The B.C. and Yukon Building Trades (BCYT) are demanding a project agreement that requires all workers on Site C to be paid their rates, and are warning of chaos on the huge project if they don’t get their way.”
the Peace River, the most costly construction project in B.C. history. And a union vs. non-union battle reminiscent of the old Expo 86 labour wars is underway.
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The B.C. and Yukon Building Trades (BCYT) are demanding a project agreement that requires all workers on Site C to be paid their rates, and are warning of chaos on the huge project if they don’t get their way. BC Hydro CEO Jessica McDonald told me that’s not all they want. They are also seeking quotas for members of their unions on a project that will be a small city of 1,700 people at peak construction. BCYT executive director Tom Sigurdson says that while all sides acknowledge the need for foreign workers for Site C, he wants to control that too, working with their affiliated unions in the United States. There will be non-union construction firms, some of them owned by aboriginal communities in the north. There will be contractors affiliated with the Christian Labour Association of Canada. The BCYT hopes to set wages and conditions for them all, OFFICE HOURS Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sat., Sun., & Mon.
and influence Ottawa’s temporary foreign worker program to boot. McDonald and Premier Christy Clark have politely told them to pound sand. Their formula would add millions in costs to the project, driving up BC Hydro rates even more than they are already rising. BC Hydro has already done dam upgrade projects using a “managed open site” model and it’s not inclined to return to the era of W.A.C. Bennett as Sigurdson demands. Sigurdson makes a valid point that when two concrete masons compare paycheques on the Site C project and one sees he’s making $5 an hour less, he won’t be happy. He will want the higher rate, and the BCYT is taking BC Hydro to court to ensure they can recruit new members on the site. It looks like a hot summer ahead. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Harper Conservatives stirring up fear
It bemuses me how the Harper Government uses the politics of fear as an election strategy in regards to the ongoing war on terrorism in the Middle East. The overblown tactics of Bill C-51 are nothing less than fear mongering the general population, into submitting to a propaganda war, and placing Canada’s most dedicated military personal into unjustified harms way. Obviously, the Conservatives haven’t learned anything from our unsuccessful campaigns in Libya, and throughout the Middle East, where every encounter we’ve engaged in, has only worsened the situation. No matter where North Americans have gone, Iran, Iraq,
Libya, and Afghanistan, there never seems to be an end game, or exit strategy. We always end up arming new brands of insurgents, and making matters worse. Our latest declaration against ISIL, will again, only increase the threat and worsen the situation. To announce that we are going to commence air strikes against a sovereign nation, without its permission, will only, even if we’re successful, prop up a despot dictator, Assad of Syria. Though this obviously failed policy, is the pretext needed by the Harper Government, to diminish the rights and freedoms of Canadians, and cause a sense of fear and insecurity. Obviously, created to debunk
any alternate foreign policy remedy, proposed by the opposition, with the strategy of returning him to power with a majority government, in the upcoming Federal election. It started out as a noncombat mission, then a limited combat mission, now we are going to bomb Syria, a despot nation. God help any of our pilots if they’re captured, by any side in this conflict. This new mission will not strengthen global peace or security, to the contrary it will divide us, not only globally, but as a nation as well. What we, the Green Party of Canada believes, and being advocated by our Party Leader,
Elizabeth May, is to sign the UN Arms Trade Treaty, crack down on the flow of arms into the region, follow the money trail, and remove their sources of revenue, and ultimately, their armaments. Also, to collaborate with our allies, and assist in the relief of suffering of countless refugees, and to aid in the security and humanitarian aid in bordering countries. This will ultimately isolate ISIS, and then we can create and end game strategy. As stated by UN Secretary, Ban Ki-Moon, the threat to terrorists is not missiles, it’s inclusion politics. Art Green, Candidate Green Party of Canada Mission/Matsqui/Fraser Canyon
Time to make ALC more accountable
It was an underresearched idealistic concept of the NDP party in 1973. Never, since recorded history, has it been possible to give a group of people total power (with no accountability to the people) without the group eventually becoming corrupt. Times and policies may change, but human nature does not. The Land Commission (LC) worked well for about the first 20 years or so, and then went off track. They have been appearing to cater to the affluent (according to David Suzuki’s report 2006 and others) and have permitted much of our best No. 1, 2, & 3
agricultural land near the cities to be taken out (the reason given is to reduce sprawl for economical reasons). They were originally mandated to save agriculture land and stop another Richmond from happening, not to take over the economy of the province. Us “common people” know, BC was built by farmers, so all cities, including Richmond, are situated on the choicest farmland. If the Land Commission’s policy is to prevent city sprawl, pray tell us how they can be doing a good job of saving our farmland when the best farmland surrounds the cities? Is this a lack of common sense?
They then save nonfarmland and add forestry land to the Agriculture Land Reserve (to keep their inventory looking good). According to the Honorable Bill Bennett, there is 140,000H of land in the Kootenays alone, that is Class 5, 6 and 7, none of which the Federal Government considers to be farmland. They are saving non-farmland for our grandchildren to farm? Is this dishonesty or insanity? Why not do as our Regional District & Gov’t Resource Agrologist logically suggested, and designate non-farmland for residential and save farmland for farming, then gradually direct cities
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Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER
Marg Doman never expected to be a painter. It snuck up on her in her retirement years and grabbed hold. Now, Doman is an avid painter and wouldn’t have it any other way. She’s a self-taught artist and finds great help from the weekly critique session that takes place during Monday Painters. “It takes a village to raise a painter,” she says with a smile. When she and her husband Ted moved from Abbotsford to Harrison Hot Springs in 2001, Doman wanted to connect with locals. She continued commuting to work for the first year after the move but after that, she found herself in the “real world” without local connections. She saw an ad in the paper for a class by local artist Joey Ellis on how to paint watercolour. She enjoyed the class and, at the invite of a club member, tried out Monday Painters in 2003 and has stayed ever since.
Marg Doman inspects one of her submissions for this year’s Monday Painters art show, happening Saturday, April 18 from 10-4 p.m. Doman is this year’s Featured Artist.
“It was the best decision I ever made,” Doman remarks. “Over the years, it’s always been an awesome group.” She has formed great friendships through the Monday Painters and enjoys the camaraderie found amongst local artists. “I love to do the painting but the biggest reward is the friendship,” shares Doman.
Doman paints watercolour and takes her inspiration from nature and her family. Often, she enjoys painting the unusual found in life, such as a park bench surrounded by water or a bear ambling through her Harrison backyard. When she thinks about her favourite paintings, the ones with memories attached to them, with a story behind the brush, come to her mind. One
is of Doman’s eldest son and grandson fishing, another is of her other son’s two dogs. Doman is this year’s Featured Artist at the Monday Painter’s Art Show. “I feel very privileged to be this year’s featured painter,” she shares. It’s the 54th anniversary for the club this year, and 48 years running for the annual show. Doman says the show is always a great
community event and gives artists a chance to showcase their work for the public. “The main purpose is for the self-satisfaction for the artists, to be able to display their achievements,” she says. The show takes place Saturday, April 18 from 10-4 p.m. at the Agassiz United Church. Entrance and refreshments are by donation. There will be a free draw, a chance to visit with the artists and the opportunity to buy original paintings. Monday Painters always has a core group that comes every week, and a steady flow of others coming and going through the years. Members come from the local communities as well as further afield in Chilliwack and Hope. Doman urges anyone interested to come and visit and see what Monday Painters is all about before committing to the $20 annual membership. Monday Painters meets from 11-3 p.m. at the Agassiz United Church, 6860 Lougheed Hwy.
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Work is progressing on-schedule at the runof-the river project 46 kilometres north of Harrison Hot Springs off the Harrison East forest service road. The Big Silver Creek hydro project, expected to generate energy to power approximately 20,000 homes, is one year into construction and everything is going as planned, according to Innergex public affairs advisor Amrit Dhatt. “It’s coming along nicely. We’ve been really happy with the progress,” says Dhatt. Innergex started working on the initial stages of construction in April, 2014. They anticipate the project to be up and running by the end of 2016. Innergex Renewable Energy is an independent power producer that builds, owns and operates runof-the river facilities
The Big Silver Creek hydro project is one year into construction.
in B.C. and elsewhere. The company is also building a run-of-theriver hydroelectric project at Tretheway Creek and Shovel Creek, both near Harrison Lake. Run-of-the-river projects are designed to use natural elevation to send water through a screen and down a 'penstock', essentially
long, large pipes, buried underground or above ground depending on topography. The penstock carries the water to a powerhouse, where it flows through turbines, which capture energy. The energy is sent to a switchyard and the water flows into the tailrace – a new waterway that reconnects the diverted
water to the natural course of the river. “Once the water goes through the powerhouse, it goes back into the creek clean and unchanged,” says Dhatt. She says run-of-the-river projects have a “very low environmental footprint,” and a “minimal impact” on fish.
INTERIOR TO LOWER MAINLAND TRANSMISSION PROJECT PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE – PROVINCIAL PARK USERS BC Provincial Park users should be aware that construction of the Interior to Lower Mainland (ILM) Transmission Line continues. On-site activities include helicopter work and the use of implosives.
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As far as recreational users of the creek, Dhatt says the company's environmental team has not heard of any issues with kayakers and none have been seen at the site or in Big Silver Creek since construction started. "We have experience building positive and co-operative relationships with recreational users at our other project sites so we would be glad to hear from recreational users in the community who might have concerns." She says that, generally speaking, Innergex tries to not build projects in areas "heavily used" by recreational groups such as kayakers. Dhatt says the large pipes residents noticed passing through town were were the penstock pieces. At 3.6 metres diameter and up to 18 metres long, they were quite the site trucking through town on roughly 80 delivery dates. Those pipes are now on-site at Big Silver Creek. According to an Innergex investor presentation in October, 2014, the estimated construction cost for Big Silver Creek is $216 million. A new suspension bridge opening up in Cascade Falls Regional Park received funding from Innergex. They contributed $225,000 towards the bridge, which is scheduled for a grand opening April 18. (See story, page 3.) According to the FVRD website, Innergex was one of three partners, including the FVRD which contributed $57,500 to reconstruct stairs and bridges that lead to the bridge and BC Hydro, which contributed $5,000 to be used for education purposes related to the use of hydro power. Innergex’s funding includes the cost of educational signage on how falling water generates electricity. “By providing educational signage, Innergex also hopes to educate and inspire young minds to think about the role renewable energy can play in their future,” according to the FVRD website.
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Community Services and Sts’ailes receive provincial funding Two local organizations are receiving funding from the province’s civil forfeiture program. Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Society will receive $19,956 in funding under the Community and Youth Crime Prevention category, and the Sts’ailes Community School is receiving $4,350 thanks to the Violence Free B.C. initiative. Agassiz-Harrison Community Services is a non-profit, multiservice agency that provides over 20 different programs and services to residents living in the District of Kent and Harrison Hot Springs. “This project provides opportunities for at risk youth to experience nature through weekend camping trips to parks within our region,” said executive director Laura Mida. “Through these camping trips, youth will be involved in recreational activities, make positive social connections with other youth, experience an increase in self-esteem and be less likely to be involved in crime
initiatives that address violence against women, and support the Violence Free BC strategy. Other areas where funding was made available included serving victims through restorative justice, community and youth crime prevention, and police education, training and specialized crime prevention equipment. Since the civil forfeiture program became active, it has returned more than $16 million from successful forfeiture actions to crime prevention grants and victim compensation payments in B.C. Violence Free BC is the provincial government’s longterm strategy and commitment to end violence against women. Acting as a roadmap, Violence Free BC combines immediate actions with a long-term vision to end the violence, and to support women whose lives and well-being have been impacted by violence. In future years, a portion of civil forfeiture funds will be dedicated to support the Violence Free BC strategy.
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due to positive social activities.” Chilliwack-Hope MLA Laurie Throness made the announcement about the funding. “Youth will identify with experiences that are relevant to everyday life,” said Throness. “These programs will create a sense of belonging to the community and give them lifelong memories that will change their perspective while growingup.” This year, the priority focus for civil forfeiture grants is on
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Community Events
13 from Agassiz Monday Painters 54th Annual Art Falls Prevention Clinic - Monday, April Show - Saturday, April 18 from 10am-4pm at the 8:30am - 4:30pm at the Community Recreation & Agassiz United Church Hall, 6860 Lougheed Hwy. All invited to come enjoy the talents of the 25 participating artists who work in a variety of media. Admission free with refreshments available by donation. FMI call Lynda at 604-794-5554. Diversity, Workshop on Anti-Racism - Saturday, April 11 from 9am-4pm at All Saints Anglican, 6904 Lougheed Hwy. Workshop is free with morning snack & light lunch provided for $10. To register call 604-796-3553 and leave your name & number or email allsaints-agassiz@shaw.ca Closing date for registration is April 5.
Cultural Centre. Pharmacist, physiotherapist and kinesiologist on hand to give free individualized assessments and recommendations. Pre-registration required to book your approx. 90 min appointment.
Earth Day Plant-In - Saturday, April 25 from 11am
- 3pm at the Agassiz Library. Harrison Hot Springs Communities in Bloom experts will be on hand to help you add a little bit of green to your life. Bring your own empty pot, plants supplied.
Groups & Activities For Kids
Agassiz Kids At The Cross - Thursdays Recreation Centre in Agassiz. FMI call Ettie at the Ag Coffee Break/Story Hour - A weekly Bible Study 604-819- for ladies & children 0-5. Weds 6822 . 9:30 am Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. Agassiz FMI call Better Beginnings - Pre/post natal educa or text 604-997-4484 tion, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tues. 10 am to 1789 The Royal Westminster Regim Cade 1 pm. 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-796-03 t 13 Corps - Westie Army Cadets Training atent the Royal Strong Start - Mon. - Fri. 12:30 - 3:30 pm at Canad ian Legion Branch No 228 - 344 Fort Street Kent Elementary School. Free drop-in for kids 0 - 5. FMI call Hope Wed. 6:30 PM - 9 pm. Free for ages 12 - 19. FMI Kent Elementary at 604-796-2161. contact Captain M.E. Sam Ronholm, CD at 1789trg@ Preschool Storytime - Fridays at 10:15. It’s Crack gmail.com or call 604-799-8897 le, Ms Terrill and all your little friends toget her as we Lego Club - Thursdays from 3-5pm. Every Thursday listen to stories and have all kinds of fun. Free, drop afterschool we will clear the floor in the back room in, all welcome. of the library, get out the boxes of Lego and build Lego to your hearts content. There let you Agassiz Harrison Family Parenting Place Meet themes and activities suggested, or kids will be friends, old & new! Parents/caregivers can just with their build and children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & visit. We add an afterschool snack and a Thurs. 9:30 safe place to be, for children that can be on their own am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-7 96-0313 only please. Drop in.
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Natter Group: We meet every Thursday at Dogwood Manor on Morrow Rd., Agassiz. Everyone welcome. Call Eunice 604-796-9841
Tuesday is Toonie Day Bowling - Agass Harrison seniors are encouraged to come iz and Council of Senior Citizens Organizat ions join 5 pin bowling every second and last out and (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to impro Tuesday ving
of each month starting at 3:15pm at “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Chillibowl Ernie Bayer Lanes, Chilliwack. Car pool availa @ 604-576-9734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca ble. Call Kay FMI at 604-316-3318
BC Hydro’s contractor for the Interior to Lower Mainland (ILM) Transmission Project will be erecting a transmission tower along the right-of-way adjacent to McPherson Road between McCoombs Drive and Hot Springs Road from March 25 to April 17. ru
Agassiz Christian Reformed Church 9am. Everyone Welcome. Contact Father Joaquim 7452 Morrow Rd. Sun. at 10 am. Call 604-703-9558 Dias 604-796-9181. Community Church Meets at Agassiz United Church 6860 Lougheed Central 6800 Pioneer Ave. Sunday 10:30 Highway. 604-796-2680 Agassiz United Church the Ag Hall at am Kids Ministry as well. For more info visit Sunday Service & Sunday School at 10:30 am. www.central365.org All Saints Anglican Church 6904 #9 The Harrison Gospel Chapel Sunday Highway, Agassiz. Holy Eucharist at 10 am Sun. Worship Service begins at 10:30 am. 514 Lillooet St. Anthony’s Catholic Church 7237 Ave, HHS. Call 604-796-9500 Everyone welcome. Morrow Road. Sunday 9 am & 11 am, Tues. to Sat. e-mail: hgc@shaw.ca • harrisongospelchapel.com
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Dealer order or trade may be required. *$10,000 is a combined total credit on 2015 Sierra Kodiak addition consisting of a $4,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive), $1,000 Loyalty Cash (tax inclusive), a $2,155 manufacturer to dealer Option ‘Kodiak Edition’ Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive), $250 Kodiak Double Cab 2WD cash credit, and $2,095 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $250 and $2,095 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ‡Lease based on a purchase price of $31,372/$34,357, (includes $4,500/$3,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit, a $1000 manufacturer to dealer Option Package Discount Credit and a $893 Loyalty Cash) for Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4WD (1SA/G80/B30)/ Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4WD (1SA/G80/B30). 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Purchase price of $24,995 excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between April 1, 2015 through April 30, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA, Sierra Light Duty and Heavy Duty); $1,000 credit available on all GMC Sierras. 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Chase Burns placed 4th in the first slalom race of the BC Alpine Okanagan Zone Finals at Big White March 28.
Hemlock Ski Team wins 2 bronze at BC Alpine Okanagan Zone Finals Despite having their home ski hill closed all season and spending every weekend looking for snow to train on, the Hemlock Ski Team continues to demonstrate that they can compete! On the weekend of March 28, the Hemlock Ski Team won two bronze medals and two 4th place ribbons over two days of slalom races at Big White ski resort for the BC Alpine Okanagan Zone Finals. Congratulations to Katrina Voss of Port Moody who won the overall bronze medal in both slalom races, Chase Burns of Abbotsford who placed 4th in the first slalom race and Elliott Rebele of Mission who placed 4th in the second slalom race! The complete results for the Hemlock Ski Team are as follows: March 28: U12 ladies: Emi Bryan of Mission placed 21st and Sydney Kardoes of Abbotsford placed 23rd U14 ladies: Ava Bowes of Abbotsford placed 16th U14/U16/U18 Ladies Overall: Katrina Voss of Port Moody placed 3rd, Megan Kardoes of Abbotsford
placed 19th and Lena Liljedahl of Port Moody placed 20th. U12 men’s: Chase Burns of Abbotsford placed 4th and Nate Rohwer of Delta placed 22nd March 29: U12 ladies: Sydney Kardoes of Abbotsford placed 11th and Emi Bryan of Mission placed 23rd U14 ladies: Ava Bowes of Abbotsford placed 13th U14/U16/U18 Ladies Overall: Katrina Voss of Port Moody placed 3rd, Lena Liljedahl of Port Moody placed 17th and Megan Kardoes of Abbotsford placed 18th. U10 men’s: Elliott Rebele placed 4th U12 men’s: Chase Burns of Abbotsford placed 19th, Aiden Rebele of Mission placed 26th and Nate Rohwer of Delta placed 27th The Hemlock Ski Club provides ski racing opportunities for kids from 4 and up. For more information about the Hemlock Ski Club and its ski racing program, please visit the ski club website at www.hemlockskiclub. com.
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No charges are pending as Atkins died from natural causes, according to Sheila Collett, assistant warden management services at Kent Institution. At the time of his death Mr. Atkins, 66 years old, had been serving an indeterminate sentence for first degree murder, robbery, perjury and attempt an indictable
offence since February 24, 1984. The inmate’s next of kin have been notified of his death. As in all cases involving the death of an inmate, the police and the coroner have been notified, and the Correctional Service of Canada will review the circumstances of the incident.
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Death of an inmate at Kent Institution Mason Atkins, an inmate at Kent Institution, was found in need of medical attention on Wednesday, April 1. Staff members immediately began performing CPR and emergency services were called. The offender was taken to the Chilliwack Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 9:13 p.m
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TIMESHARE
CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587
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RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862
Gibbard
MARINE .......................................903-920
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Louise Angele Nee Bourel June 21, 1938 - April 5, 2015 Born at Haywood corner near Strikers Corner in Agassiz, BC. She spent the first 70 years of her life in Agassiz, the last 7 years in Vernon, BC. She married Albert Gibbard on Feb 4 1955. Survived by her Sisters Adele(Jack) - Agassiz & Alice Vernon, and Children, Bev(Phil) Edmonton, Rick - Agassiz, Janice(Harold) Vernon, Terry Agassiz. Seven Grandchildren and three Great Grandchildren. Pre-deceased by infant son, Russell in 1965 and husband Albert in 2001 and brother Dean in 2002. In 2008 she rekindled her romance with Eric Birnie in Vernon BC. In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Memorial Service to be Held on Saturday April 11, 2015 at 1 pm at the Friendship Center on Morrow Rd. Agassiz.
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Required at The Residences at Cheam Village located in Agassiz. Casual hours available. If you have a real genuine interest in working with seniors, are energetic and enthusiastic and have a strong commitment to providing exceptional service in housekeeping, meal service and display excellent personal initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision. Please apply by resume to mgregoire@valleycare.info or fax to 604 796 1863
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 115
EDUCATION
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today!
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HELP WANTED
MECHANIC WANTED Small engine, outboard. Experience required, full time, excellent Wage benefits. ShopRite Marine and Outdoor. est.1956. Port Mcneill, BC. Resume to crosback@telus.net
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
HELP WANTED
Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street
New West 604.522.4900
Only those of interest will be contacted.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
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
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
STÓ:LO NATION Requires the services of a Qualified
PART-TIME ACTIVITY WORKER For the Health Services Department Located in Chilliwack. For complete details visit our website: www.stolonation.bc.ca click on Jobs link on the Homepage. Mail resume & cover letter to: #7-7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC, V2R 4G5.
jobs@stolonation.bc.ca or fax to: 604-824-5342 Attn: Stó:lo Nation HR Personnel
EDUCATION
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TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 21
COMING EVENTS Annual General Meeting
Date: Tuesday April 21,2015 Time: 2 PM Location: Community Recreation & Cultural Centre, 6660 Pioneer Ave. (note location change for this year)
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HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit. All on Location In Your Area. Selling Due to Illness. Call 1-866-6686629 For Details. LOCAL craft manufacturing company looking for reliable subcontractors. We will be holding training sessions in Chilliwack at no cost to you. Unlimited earning potential. Please leave your name and number and state that you are interested in the Chilliwack training ONLY at 604-826-4651 or at our email craftmanufacturing@gmail.com. We respond to ALL calls and messages in the order they are received.
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Busy Harrison cafe is now accepting applications for a breakfast cook. Wage depends on experience. Submit resume in PDF format to: chuckkitty@shaw.ca
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
TRADES, TECHNICAL
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CLEANING SERVICES Professional House Keeping
Call: 604-796-9222 for appointment
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ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
GPRC, Fairview Campus, Alberta urgently requires a Heavy Equipment Technician Instructor to commence immediately. Visit our website at: www.gprc.ab.ca/careers
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
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TRAVEL/TOURISM
TRAVEL/TOURISM
Phone: 604-796-3545 in regards to questions.
AB/BC Owner Operators Needed
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CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment
HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Problems Walking or Getting Dressed? The Disability Tax Credit $1,500 Yearly Tax Credit. $15,000 Lump Sum Refund (on avg). For assistance Call: 1-844-453-5372.
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Shift Opportunities $1.20 Base Rate + Fuel Subsidy & Additional Premiums. For more details contact a Recruiter today or visit our website. 1-800-462-4766 www.bisondriving.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN: t (6&45 4&37*$&4 t 8"5&3 4"'&5: t '00% 4&37*$&4 t 1"3, 1"530- 1"3, 4&37*$&4 FOR DETAILED LIST OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE PLEASE VISIT US AT:
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Found: Children’s prescription glasses at Schepp Park, near Arbutus street, Agassiz. call: 604-796-1171
Great Summer Employment at BC’s #1 Waterpark!
Great Work Environment! Great Hours! All Positions Start at $10.50/hr. Paid Training and Uniform Provided DRIVERS WANTED
AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Benefits Package Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at:www.sperryrail.com, careers & then choose the FastTRACK Application.
TO APPLY email resume and cover letter indicating position being applied to as well as your most recent High School or Post Secondary education to:
info@cultus.com or fax 604.858.2934
VISITOR EXPERIENCE COUNSELLOR
Tourism Harrison is looking for a Dynamic Team player to join Team Harry. • Able to work weekends • Part-time position • Competitive wage • Good with people • Enjoy promoting Harrison Hot Springs and the Province • Willing to work outside • Able to work on your own • Able to do some lifting • Knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel • Some admin/bookkeeping skills preferred. Please drop off or email your resume to 499 Hot Springs
Road, Harrison Hot Springs or info@tourismharrison.com by April 23rd , 2015
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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VECTOR RENO’S
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327 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
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PETS
LANDSCAPING
RENTALS
PETS
706
DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION
T. Marlowe Manor
in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz (Under new Management)
Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$600/m. Also, new construction,
fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 COCKAPOO-POO PUPPIES Vet checked. Non-shedding. $600. 604-381-4809 or 604-785-4809
condo quality l bdrm...$650
and 2 bdrm...$799/m
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $850-$1250. 604-765-0453 SIBERIAN HUSKY, male, needs a good home. Fenced yard a must. Ph: (604)866-2934 (Langley)
APARTMENT/CONDO
Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences. Available now. Call 604-703-3405 HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated, $595 & $625/month includes utilities. Call 604-819-6422
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523
UNDER $100
4 piece coffee table set - $40 19” TV - $ 25,Beige headboard & Dresser - $75 Call: 604 796 0718
knoke trucking
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MOVING & STORAGE
525
UNDER $300
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555. 1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607
329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour
Leather Chesterfield & loveseat $300,
8 pc dinning rm set wi 3 leafs $250 5 pc bdrm set wi queen bed $250 call: 604-796-0718
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GARAGE SALES
Harrison Hotsprings
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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
PRESSURE WASHING
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WAREHOUSE LIEN In the matter of the Warehouse Lien Act: Agassiz All Storage, located at: 7651 Industrial Way, Agassiz, BC and Nicole Clarke of the last known address of: PO Box 296, Agassiz, BC, V0M 1A1; for unpaid rents totaling $291.25 If this amount is not paid on or before April,16 2015, the unit contents will be sold by public auction at a later date to settle unpaid rents.
FRASER VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Public Hearing will be conducted on Thursday, April 23, 2015 at 7:00 pm at the FVRD Office, 4th Floor Boardroom, 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C.
APARTMENT/CONDO
Agassiz - 1 bdrm apt. for rent Woodside Terrace 1735 - #9 hwy. Ground level. Newly renovated, well mng’d blding. $600/mth call: 604-703-3335 or 604-796-0442 Agassiz - 2 bdrm apt. for rent. views of Mt. Cheam. near post office and stores. clean building. laundry & off street parking onsite. call: 604-491-6380 or 778-834-1951 AGASSIZ 2 bdrm gr flr corner unit in Woodside Terrace, clean, quiet, well mngd bldg. Refs. Avail. now. $750 + utils & D.D. (604)588-6665
ANSWERS
Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact Information Access Operations at the Ministry of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services in Victoria at : www.gov.bc.ca/citz/iao/.
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April 9, 2015
The Lands File Number for this application is #2411527. Comments on this application may be submitted in two ways: 1. Online via the Applications and Reason for Decision Database website at: www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ApplicationPosting/index.jsp 2. By mail to the Senior Land Officer at 200-10428 153rd Street, Surrey, BC V3R 1E1. Comments will be received by the Ministry of Forests, Land and Nature Resource Operations until May 10th, 2015. Comments received after this date may not be considered.
NOTICE is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 892 of the Local Government Act, the Fraser Valley Regional District will conduct a Public Hearing with respect to POSTAGE STAMPS WANTED TOP $$ PAID Private Collector will buy for CASH yvrbill@hotmail.ca or 604-506-1372.
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Take notice that Harrison Water Sports Inc from Harrison Hot Springs, BC, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Surrey for a Commercial Inflatable Water Park situated on Provincial Crown land located at Harrison Lake.
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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On June 9, 2011, at the intersection of Robson Street and Thurlow Street, Vancouver, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Vancouver Police Department seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $ 4,220 AUD, 4,000 EUR, $1,032 USD, $150 CHF and $30 NZD, all on or about 16:56 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-2552, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for
disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/ civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 STN PROV GOVT, Victoria B.C. V8W 9J1.
The purpose of Bylaws 1309 to 1315 is to clarify the minimum parcel size requirements for parcels that are serviced by both an approved community water system and an approved community sanitary sewer system in Electoral Areas A, B, C (portion), D, E and H when new subdivisions are proposed. The public hearing on Bylaws 1309 to 1315 is to be held by a delegate of the FVRD Board. Copies of the Board resolution making the delegation and copies of Bylaws 1309 to 1315 are available for public inspection until April 23, 2015 at the Fraser Valley Regional District, 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1N6 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday) . For further information, please contact the Planning Department at 604-702-5000, toll free 1-800-528-0061, or by email at planninginfo@fvrd.bc.ca. Information is available online at: http://www.fvrd.bc.ca/InsidetheFVRD/DevelopmentApprovals/ Pages/Bylaws-1309-1315,-2015.aspx At this public hearing, all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaws will be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaws which are the subject of the hearing. Written submission may also be submitted to Fraser Valley Regional District in advance of the hearing but must be received no later than 12:00 p.m. April 23, 2015. Written submissions will be entered into the public hearing record. An informal public information meeting to be facilitated by FVRD staff regarding the Bylaws will be held at 7:00 pm immediately preceding the Public Hearing. Dated this 2nd day of April, 2015 Paul Gipps, Chief Administrative Officer
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