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Volunteer Kyleigh Harrison from Sardis secondary helps Yarrow elementary students Eli Kingscobie (right) and Myles Merchant (centre), along with friend Abram Hughes (left), make pots out of newsprint to plant sweet peas during the grand opening of the elementary school’s new garden on Saturday. The school received a grant from Farm to School B.C., plus they did some fundraising, and now the kids have an outdoor classroom consisting of seven raised garden beds, three compost bins, three strawberry gutters, a shed with whiteboards inside for teacher instruction, and big tree stump rounds for chairs. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Hope for homeowners with European fire ants University ant expert offers some advice Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Promising research to get rid of European fire ants was of huge interest to a packed house in Chilliwack this week. The topic came up at an information session that drew a crowd of about 100 at Chilliwack secondary Wednesday night. Entomologist Robert Higgins, B.C.’s foremost expert on ants, gave a presentation to homeowners, business people and realtors. Higgins, a researcher with

Thompson Rivers University, has been helping to identify European fire ants, or EFAs, known to swarm in large numbers and bite when nests are disturbed. “Identification is a big issue for people because these ants are very tricky to identify,” Higgins told The Progress. They are small and red, characterized with two waists, and a stinger, which can be seen under a microscope. They arrived in B.C. about five years ago, and are confirmed to be present in Chilliwack.

Chilliwack residents have been shipping him specimens for identification in the past few years, and some are looking for ways to clear the nests which have made their backyards virtually unusable. The budding underground nests can have up to 20 queens and thousands of worker ants. VanDusen Botanical Gardens officials have confirmed they have the fire ants on-site, and are experimenting with trial methods to get rid of them. One of the techniques “showing some promise” at VanDusen Gardens is finding the fire ant nests, digging them out and drop-

ping them into large buckets. They are then treated with low concentration pesticides, before restoring them back in the ground. It seems to be working better than just trying to manually remove the nests and infested soil, Higgins noted. “When you dig out the nests, the queens and workers just run away through lateral escape tunnels. “So when digging them out you are missing many of the queens and workers who escape the nest only to return later and get reestablished. Continued: ANTS/ p10

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Chilliwack museum announces Heritage Award winners The Chilliwack Museum and Archives has unveiled this year’s Chilliwack Heritage Awards. The awards, which recognize individuals, businesses, governments, or groups whose efforts have made important contributions to the culture, history, and heritage of Chilliwack, will be presented during the museum society’s annual general meeting on May 2. Among the four recipients this year is the Chilliwack Progress and Black Press Media. In 2014, Black Press Media released the Chilliwack Progress

historic newspaper online at www.chilliwackmuseum.ca, making available the years 1891-2007 accessible and searchable to the general public, free of charge. (It’s also available under the “archive” tab at www.theprogress.com.) The project, funded by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (UBC), the City of Chilliwack, and the Chilliwack Foundation involved the digitization of over 100 years of historic Chilliwack Progress newspapers. “This remarkable achievement is unique in Canada, and marks a major con-

tribution to local knowledge,” the museum said in releasing the this year’s winners. Also being honoured is “The Poppy Project” by Pierce Smith and Dr. Molly Ungar. In 2014, University of the Fraser Valley student Pierce Smith, with the advice and guidance of history professor Molly Ungar, completed work on an interactive online exhibit called The Poppy Project. This interactive Google map, hosted on www. chilliwackmuseum.ca, shows the historic dwellings of people from Chilliwack listed on the Chilliwack

War Memorial who died during the First and Second World Wars. The Chilliwack Sports Hall of Fame is also being recognized. Established in 2012 by the late Judy Fitzsimmons, the Hall of Fame recognizes excellence in Chilliwack’s sporting community. In October of 2014, the group hosted its second induction ceremony and unveiled a publicly accessible presentation of sports in Chilliwack. Sports play a positive, community-building role in Chilliwack, and have done so for generations.

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The fourth award will go to Linda Phelps. Since 2007, artist volunteer Phelps has curated the Chambers Gallery Art Program, under the auspices of the Chilliwack Visual Artists Association. Phelps mounted over 35 community art exhibits, spending approximately 30-36 hours with each artist. The awards will be presented at the museum society’s AGM, Saturday May 2, at 1 p.m. at the Chilliwack Museum (45820 Spadina Avenue). The public is invited to attend.

FVRD vows to cut the garbage Office waste output cut by 90%

Iain McIntosh (right) plays a game of Scrabble with Kevin Disher during Earth Day Fraser Valley at Pioneer Park in Yarrow on Saturday. The game was made by Kayla Feenstra, an Abbotsford woman with Dragonlily Gardens who built her own 130 sq. ft. mobile home last year. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

You will have a tough time finding a garbage can in Fraser Valley Regional District offices. Late last year, FVRD staff kicked their cans to the curb and replaced them with new desktop compost bins, expanded recycling stations, and set a goal to reduce garbage output of the Chilliwack headquarters by 90 per cent. “It was a very aggressive goal,” said FVRD board chair Sharon Gaetz. “I am so pleased that on Earth Day we can report that the FVRD’s corporate garbage generation has decreased by a whopping 88 per cent since we launched the new waste collection program. I have no doubt that our team will reach 90 per cent by the end of 2015.” In addition to the new waste collection program, the FVRD has also been actively collecting pens for Strathcona Elementary’s Dead Pen Challenge, launched a corporate electronic waste collection program, and begun construction of a rooftop patio garden, which will grow food crops. “The FVRD is truly committed to promoting sustainability. The patio garden project is not only a green initiative, but one that also promotes employee wellness,” explains Gaetz. “Staff will use their lunch hours to work together on this project, connecting with one another and with nature. It’s a great opportunity to further build our team and work toward reducing our carbon footprint.” FVRD has set a corporate target to reduce electricity, natural gas, fleet fuel and water use by 10 per cent in 2015.

Garbage toxins suspected of contaminating hawks Jeff Nagel Black Press Researchers have found high levels of toxic flame retardants in Lower Mainland raptors, including one Cooper’s hawk in Langley with the highest levels of the contaminant ever recorded in a wild bird. The average concentration of PBDEs, a flame retardant used on furniture, electronics and carpets, averaged 1,873 parts per billion in the livers of 15 raptors tested in the Lower Mainland, and that reading hit 197,000 in the case of the Langley hawk.

The birds tested between 2000 and 2009 had all died from being hit by cars or similar trauma. Lead researcher Kyle Elliott, from McGill University, says more species are adapting to urban areas, where they encounter higher levels of chemical pollutants, which can then bioaccumulate in top predators. Hawks, for example, eat starlings that often feed on garbage. Elliott said it’s impossible to say the ultra-toxic hawk was contaminated by the waste transfer station in Langley – a scenario Metro Vancouver officials doubt

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Airport still holds dreams Seventy years ago Chilliwack residents overwhelmingly agreed to allow the city and municipality to borrow $40,000 for the purchase of land and construction of a new airport. Turnout for the referendum was light (due, some said, to the August growing season). However, 70 per cent of the voters who cast their ballots supported the plan. The argument for construction was primarily economic: Just as cities of the past thrived on seaports and rail stations, cities of the future would depend on airports. In the heady days following the end of the Second World War, air transport was seen as the way of the future. Tourism, and Chilliwack’s agricultural sector in particular, would benefit from the aviation developments that had occurred over the course of the war. There was debate. The airport would occupy prime farm land, and the purchase would put the municipalities into debt. However, led by groups like the Chilliwack Board of Trade and the Chilliwack Flying Club, it was argued Chilliwack would miss a great opportunity if it didn’t take advantage of the post-war enthusiasm for air travel. “I submit the question is not can Chilliwack afford an airport,” flying club president Murdoch Maclachlan told the board of trade in 1945. “The question is can we afford not to have one.” Today, the argument for the airport

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remains economic. And while the earlier dream of using air transport to move Chilliwack’s agricultural produce seems fanciful, the importance of the facility to the region’s future remains strong. According to the city’s economic development arm, CEPCO, “The City of Chilliwack is committed to developing the aerospace and aviation industry in our community. Efforts have been initiated to attract new businesses and help the city’s existing aerospace/aviation businesses grow, expand, and diversify.” There have been frustrations in pursuit of that goal. But certainly one of the bright spots has been the arrival of aerobatic pilot Dave Mathieson and his “Super Dave” team. Not only has he brought attention to the local air industry, he’s brought investment. But he’s also generated complaints. And this week it was learned those complaints may force him to move elsewhere. Reaction has been fierce. And while some say they’d be happy to see him go, others are angered by the arbitrary and seemingly obfuscated way a decision was reached. (Transport Canada would not respond, citing privacy reasons.) True, airports present challenges. But as residents here recognized 70 years ago, they also hold tremendous promise. It would be a shame if we lost sight of that. ~ Greg Knill, Chilliwack Progress

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Marking 45 years of Earth Day celebrations This Wednesday was Earth Day and the 45th anniversary of its launch in spring 1970. Since then a lot has happened to challenge the warming planet. Unlike the squabbling human race, plants and animals have figured out a game plan in a world that’s heating up. Their choices are stark, but simple – adapt, evolve, migrate, or die. So many are on the move. In the U.K, the comma butterfly has moved 200 kilometres north to Edinburgh, Scotland. In southern California, the endangered quino checkerspot butterfly abandoned its habitat around Los Angeles and headed east for higher ground where its caterpillars adapted to a flowering plant they had never eaten before. Entomologists were jaw-dropped. Marine species worldwide are moving toward the cooler waters of the poles at a mean average rate of 72 km per decade.

In B.C. at least eight bird species are arriving earlier, leaving later, or dropping the idea of migrating at all and becoming year-round residents. All of them have extended their northern ranges. Alien plants, noxious weeds, and highly adaptable insects are flourishing, notably the notorious mountain pine beetle. Margaret What isn’t movEVANS ing is the mindset of many conservation organizations locked in the idea of protecting wild species in their traditional or historic habitat. That presents a contemporary challenge. How do you conserve something that won’t stay still, asks a research professor with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville?

“If you are an organization that has focused on conserving particular species in a particular place, as many of today’s conservation organizations are, then something has to give,” said Paul Armsworth, lead author and associate professor of ecology and evolutionary biology. “Either you need to change your business model or revisit your conservation priorities. And neither is going to be easy for some of these groups.” The research paper was coauthored by a team of scientists from universities, federal agencies, and conservation non-profits, and was published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment. They made the suggestion that, in order to cope, conservation organizations need to adapt like the animal species they are trying to protect. They need to be bolder and more visionary in their efforts,

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especially given the extent of coming ecological changes. They need to look at how those habitats will become decades from now. Some are running with that idea. The environmental group Scenic Hudson in New York State created a detailed plan to shift its land conservation along the Hudson River and develop resources to help local communities near the water adapt to future rising sea levels. “Previously, we focused on conserving places that harbor the most important habitats and species today,” said Sacha Spector, Scenic Hudson’s director of conservation science. “But then we looked at the projections for sealevel rise in our region. Continuing with business as usual would have left us quite literally under water. Now when prioritizing sites for protection, we also look to acquire areas upslope.” Spector agreed with the

researchers’ suggestions. He said that the authors’ appeal for conservation organizations to start evaluating over what time period their investments in habitat protection is likely to provide conservation benefits is right on target. As the climate warms and habitats change, new ecological communities will form and ecosystems will transition to new states. Scientists predict these changes will accelerate in the future. Conservation organizations need to be in step with that and ensure that the investments they make today align with the conditions expected in the future. These are words of wisdom that should touch a nerve in many B.C. communities especially along the coast and rivers. I wonder how the planet will look on Earth Day another 45 years from now.

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‘Fact’ versus ‘fiscal fiction’ Re: Conservatives build a strong economy, Readers Write, Chilliwack Progress April 15. Reality check here, Mark Strahl…for starters, Mr. Harper alone has added $4,400 in new Harper-debt for every man, woman and child in Canada. The Conservative government has run seven straight years of deficits, and added a total of $150 billion to the national debt…..period. Let’s start at the beginning. Fiction: There are 1.4 million fewer Canadians living in poverty, 225,000 are children. Fact: In 2008, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) noted that poverty had been steadily rising in Canada since the mid-1990s… no change… an increase. Canada ranks behind the average in a recent UNICEF survey of child poverty in rich nations. According to the report, 13.3 per cent of Canadian children live in poverty, compared to 11 per cent across the 35 “economically advanced countries” studied. According to one study, half of First Nations children in Canada live in poverty. In Manitoba, 62 per cent of First Nation children are living below the poverty line. That number compares to just 15 per cent of non-indigenous Manitoban children, and 50 per cent of First Nation children nationally. Fiction: The Conservative government is responsible for the best job creation in the G7 with 1.2 million jobs created since 2008. Fact: The Conservative government often quotes historical statistics, or future promises, and makes the Canadian public feel as if the figures are representing the present situation. In reality of today, this government has weak job creation. The jobs growth last year was a 60 per cent drop from two years earlier. Unemployment is projected is remain high, involuntary part-time work is rising,

and CIBC says that job quality is on the decline. This last Friday, Statistics Canada reported another 28,000 full-time jobs disappeared. Fiction: Canada’s middle class is the wealthiest in the world, and has seen an increase of 10 per cent in their take home pay since 2006. Fact: The Canadian middle class hasn’t had a decent pay raise in 30 years and, as a result, is struggling to make ends meet. After three decades of stagnant wages and increasing cost pressures, middle class Canadians are beginning to wonder why they should support an economic growth agenda that is not helping their families to prosper. Between 1981 and 2011, Canada’s Real GDP grew by 115 per cent. At the same time the real median income of Canadian families only grew by 15 per cent. Over the same period, the cost of keys for prosperity such as education, public transit and home ownership have skyrocketed. Income growth has averaged just less than half a percentage point per year. Today Canadians owe $1.64 for every dollar they earn which means we are now carrying more household debt than the US and UK families were before the financial crisis of 2008. While household demand helped sustain the economy through and after the recession, households are now stretched close to their limits. People don’t feel they’re getting ahead, just ask your constituents… I have! I’ve been to 4000 homes in this riding. Household debt is at a record high — 165 per cent of disposable incomes. The federal government has an obligation to lead a growth agenda that will benefit the middle class by investing in education, infrastructure, and finding new trade partners. The middle class will not prosper with a government that believes deeper cuts to the public service, and tax breaks to the wealthy are the key to economic recovery, Canadians are just begin-

ning to feel the consequences of this kind of narrow and irresponsible approach to fiscal policy. A Liberal government believes that significant new investments in public infrastructure is crucial to ensuring sustainable growth and prosperity that benefits the middle class. Greater investment in public infrastructure will not only create immediate jobs but will increase productivity, attract business investment, improve our environment and enhance our quality of life. We will focus on the growing infrastructure needs in Canadian cities that are placing local governments under incredible cost pressures. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) estimates that Canadian cities have an existing infrastructure deficit of $171 billion and a future gap of at least $113 billion. Conservatives have not designed their infrastructure plan in cooperation with the provincial and municipal authorities who own much of Canada’s public infrastructure. We need a strong MP connected with this riding who understands what our municipal needs are. We need a strong MP that doesn’t just send political talking points to the local papers, but is actually involved with local boards and can actually addresses the concerns of constituents. As a strong MP, I will strengthen the working relationships I have with city councils in both Hope and Chilliwack… with our provincial MLAs, and local city groups. I believe a strong MP should be proactive in problem solving, participating and offer up new ideas to address the challenges that face our riding. Canadians must have confidence that the candidate they elect will represent their views in Ottawa, not Ottawa’s views to them. Louis De Jaeger Candidate Liberal Party of Canada Chilliwack-Hope

Silencing Super Dave welcomed Re: Super Dave grounded due to complaints, Chilliwack Progress, April 22. Great news to hear that Super Dave has been restricted in his

aerobatic activities at Chilliwack Airport. In the past, the irritating noise of his airplane ripping around the local area has been a significant irritation

to the quality of life in Chilliwack and Sardis. I have no problem with general aviation training planes flying their circuits at the airport as their throttle

settings are quite constant and noise levels no worse than local traffic. The noise levels of a high performance aerobatic airplane are not acceptable. Stephen Clarke

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The Chilliwack Foundation was established in 1985 to distribute bequests and gifts to benefit the community. The Foundation considers new applications for grants to community organizations twice per year in the Spring and Fall. APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR GRANTS TO FUND SPECIFIC CAPITAL PROJECTS (SUCH AS BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS OR EQUIPMENT).

THE NEXT DEADLINE FOR GRANT APPLICATIONS TO THE FOUNDATION IS TUESDAY, MAY 11, 2015 Recent recipients of grants from the Foundation include the following community organizations: • Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (for Chilliwack Hospital Expansion project) • 147 Airwolf Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets • BC Dairy Historical Society • Central Elementary Community School • Chilliwack 4H Dog Club • Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society • Chilliwack Museum and Historical Society • Chilliwack School of Performing Arts • Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve Society • Meadow Rose Society • Scouts Canada, 1st Fairfield Group • Applicants must apply through a federally registered charity in order to be eligible for consideration and must use the most recent version of the Chilliwack Foundation’s grant application form. • All applicants must deliver 10 collated and stapled copies of the grant application form and supporting materials to the address below. • Grants for operating expenses cannot be entertained. • Successful applications normally will demonstrate lasting value and benefit to the CHILLIWACK community. Grant application forms can be obtained from:

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causing problems at YVR, Vancouver Airport. The ‘impressive fire ant’ is a self-distributing ant, whereas the European fire ant is distributed through movement of infested soil, plants or mulch. “Each time we find that ant, we know a human put it there by moving soil around.” There is reason to stay optimistic. “We certainly hope to have a better method worked out by the end of the summer, so residents can get this situation under control,” Higgins said. jfeinberg@theprogress.com twitter.com/chwkjourno

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The Chilliwack Fire Department believes an early morning fire in the 46,000 block of First Avenue was an act of arson. Just before 6 a.m. Thursday firefighters from two halls arrived at a vacant single-story house to find flames and smoke in the living room. They were quick to douse it, limiting damage to the one room. There were no injuries. Shortly after 7 a.m. firefighters had a second blaze to battle. This one broke out in the living room of a vacant two-story house in the 46,000 block of Gore Avenue. Firefighters worked quickly to get it under control, extinguishing two small fires in the living room and another in an upstairs bedroom. There were no injuries. Investigators from the fire department and police are asking anyone with info to call the RCMP at 604-792-4611 or Crimestoppers (anonymously) at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Meanwhile, they’re also reminding home owners to communicate with their insurance provider if a home is going to be vacant for any significant length of time.

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here is so much choice when it comes to choosing pet foods that it can become very confusing. Everyone you talk to will surely give you advice, but learning a few basics before you shop can ensure you make the best choice for your pet (and your budget). Kibble is the most popular, so what makes a good kibble? Look for foods with no by-products. Although any part of an animal has some nutritional value, when listed as a “by-product” we are unsure of WHAT by-products and what quality is included, so it’s best to avoid them altogether to be safe. You should avoid foods with chemical preservatives. Chemicals like Ethoxyquin are also used as pesticides, plus BHA and BHT are possible cancer causers. These chemical ingredients are used to increase the shelf life of pet food but are completely unnecessary for nutrition, so avoid those completely. Ingredients like meat meal, animal fat and animal meal are other easy ones to skip as they don’t even tell us what animal they came from… Yuck! Corn is probably the most controversial ingredient out there. Corn is an inexpensive carbohydrate and like all carbs is necessary in the production of kibble. Corn comes in many different forms like corn gluten meal, corn meal, corn etc. Corn is usually found in the

grocery store pet foods because it helps keep the price down, the more corn the less meat. There seem to be a lot of dogs with weight issues and itchy smelly skin issues that are on a food high in corn ingredients. Even some of the more expensive foods on the market have an abundance of corn these days. The second or third ingredient of a good pet food should be fresh meat. If the second item on the list of ingredients is corn… steer clear of this one. A low price does not always mean a good value. Always pay attention to how much you feed your pet. A feeding guideline lets you know how nutritious a food is as they base the guideline on how much your pet will need to eat to obtain maximum nutrition. If Food A costs $25 and claims 4 cups of food will feed a 50 lb dog and Food B costs $40 but claims only 2 cups are necessary; you will save in the long run with Food B as you’re using half the amount. The bottom line is: pets are a captive audience and eat what we give them every meal, every day. It’s an important decision and worth doing some research. Once again, check with your veterinarian or your favourite pet store. With files from Reuben Koreman, owner operator of The Scruffy Tail Pet Food and Supplies Ltd.

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Tulips and pizza help build fence for Ann Davis society was chatting with her friend, Lucyanne Carruthers, over a cup of coffee. She mentioned the girls, and their mission to help women. Carruthers had noticed the story about Ann

Davis and their needed fence. It was the perfect charitable gift. “We really wanted to do something to make a difference, and we found that Ann Davis does that in significant way and we really wanted to be a part of it,” Pratt said. Praat’s family runs a tulip farm in Rosedale, Premium Blooms, while Carruthers is the owner of Panago in Promontory. They came up with a partnership, and an idea blossomed. They would offer a bouquet of tulips for $5 donations, and tucked in those bouquets would be $5 coupons for the Promontory Panago. And then they hit the sales circuit. The girls secured a table at the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo, and gathered up help from their friends Bettina Rillera and Emily Murray. As they sold off the bouquets, they gained an even deeper appreciation for Ann Davis and their positive effects in the community. “Some people just walked past us but of those we did catch, most of them really wanted to give,” she said. “Or, they had really good stories that hit close to home, about how Ann Davis has helped them in their lives … learning about all that they do and how they’ve helped people in the community, it’s phenomenal.” The girls also spent time selling the bouquets right at Panago, on International Women’s Day, and visited the Mt. Cheam Rotary Club’s morning meeting a few times to sell flowers to members there. In all, they managed to raise $3,000 for Ann Davis, putting them closer to finishing the fence. While they got the project in motion with the help of Williams, and the teacher volunteered alongside the group at many of the functions, Praat noted that it wasn’t a school project. Rather, it was just something they wanted to do. It’s not the first fundraiser Praat and the others have been involved in, and likely not the last. “I know I want to keep on helping people, no matter what,” Praat said. The group is delivering their donations to Ann Davis this week. To donate visit: https://fundrazr.com/ campaigns/7uDDe

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Autism: The personal perspective AUTISM from page 21 will work on turning “acquaintanceships” into friendships, and Maddy says she’s looking forward to improving herself. “I feel so much better,” Maddy says, because of the group. In her living room, she cuddles up to her sister playfully. They’re preparing for their portrait to be taken, and the closeness comes naturally. They sit embraced on the couch, legs propped up side-byside on the ottoman.

They tease each other, and Maddy keeps Lauren laughing, cracking jokes and making funny faces. “I want people to know that you have be patient,” Lauren says. “People with autism have amazing qualities as well. People kind of dismiss others if there’s not an instant connection, but you have to dig down deeper.” Being Maddy’s sister has given her the unique opportunity to both understand autism, and to become an advocate. As for Maddy, she wants oth-

ers living with autism to have some hope, and offers words of encouragement. “I want them to know that autism is hard but you just go through it as it comes,” she says, smiling confidently. “It may be hard but it gets easier. “You know you can’t change the way you are, and autism is unfortunate but there’s nothing you can really do about it. You have to stand up and keep going, brush yourself off and keep going.” jpeters@theprogress.com

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DateBook Date Book is a free community service provided by The Chilliwack Progress to local community and non-profit organizations. If you would like to be part of Date Book, please email your listing to: events@ theprogress.com. You can also add your event to our online calendar at www. theprogress.com/calendar. There will be a meat draw fundraiser for Heart & Stroke Foundation at Friendly Mike’s Pub (8247 Young Rd.) on April 24 at 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Food Matters Chilliwack has its fifth Plant A Row Grow A Row (PARGAR) 2015 kickoff and plant sale on Saturday, April 25 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at Ruth and Naomi’s Community Garden (46187 Yale Rd.). There will be free garden starter kits for the first 75 attendants, plus a plant and seedling sale, master gardening workshops, silent auction, and kids’ activities. Local master gardener Jack Kouwenhoven speaks at 2 p.m., gardening expert Brian Minter is at 3 p.m. Admission by donation, with proceeds going to Food Matters Chilliwack programs. PARGAR encourages local gardeners to donate part of the produce they grow to Ruth and Naomi’s dinner program and weekly hampers. fmcpargar@ gmail.com. Cyrus Centre fundraiser, Scrap Cars Not Kids, takes place April 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Central Community Church (46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.). Drop off your scrap metal for recycling, such as: old bikes, lawn mowers, appliances, barbecues, bed frames, swing sets, car parts, batteries, old vehicles, and more. All proceeds go to Cyrus Centre. Ident-A-Kid is a child safety community service program where children are fingerprinted and photographed. The info is put onto an ID card for the parents/guardians in case misfortune happens to the child. It will be held in Cottonwood Mall on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is being held by the 879 Wing of the RCAF Association. There is no fee, but donations to offset the cost of supplies are most welcome. Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven’s first Barnyard

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plants and will be sharing the history of traditional foods in S’olh Temexw Our World; Our Land. Hear the stories of traditional foods in her grandfather’s time, her mother’s time and throughout her own life with her children and grandchildren. If you ever wanted

to know what is really in a strawberry - you will find out from Ida. The event takes place on Saturday, April 25 at 11 a.m. at the Sto:lo Resource Centre (10-7201 Vedder Rd.). Salmon, bannock, traditional tea and Spirit Bear coffee will be available by donation. Call Francine

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on Sunday, April 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at All Things Being Eco (7388 Vedder Rd.).

The Interact Club (Rotary for 12- to 18-yearolds) is holding a bottle drive in support of Run for Mom. People can drop off their recyclable

Seeking Peace in Palestine-Israel: Chilliwack United Church will be hosting Ron Pond, who spent AugustNovember 2014 with the

worldwide Ecumenical Accompaniment Program, witnessing what it means to live in occupied Palestine. Pond, a retired RCMP officer, will share his experiences and encourage others to take part in the EAP. Takes place April 30 at 7 p.m. at the church.

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Meteoric rise in weight-lifting world Eric J. Welsh, The Progress

Meaghan Bradshaw says she’s shy and doesn’t like being in front of a large crowd. She claims she’s not the most confident person. Most of the time, she’s happy to blend in, quietly doing what she does without standing out. Which is why this weight-lifting thing is such a curious choice for the 17 year old GW Graham senior. Nine months ago, the Chilliwack girl decided to fling herself into a sport that puts her squarely in a spotlight. “The first time I saw it was at the SeaFest competition in Surrey,” she says, trying to explain. “I was in the standings watching Adam Cebula, who’s now one of my coaches, standing all alone on the platform, and that kind of scared me actually.” But it didn’t scare her enough, because she saw something else she really liked. Competitor after competitor walked up to that platform and made their lift. Some succeeded. Some failed. “At first I was like, ‘How could they do that? How could they be so calm,” she said. “But the crowd supported them no matter which way it went, and at some point I said, ‘I kind of want to do that. I want to be that person up there.” She went home that night and thought about it. She was a basketball player, good enough to make Team BC for the 2014 North American Indigenous Games and tour Japan with a travelling squad. In her last year of high school she was going to be one of just two seniors leading a young Grizzlies crew. But she wasn’t feeling it. In her words, ‘basketball had lost its pizzazz,’ and she needed a new and completely different challenge. “Weight-lifting was so

Meaghan Bradshaw is an unexpected powerhouse, capable of hoisting 68 kilograms in a single clean-and-jerk lift. A rising star in the weight lifting world, the Chilliwack native and GW Graham student has her eyes set on a high school championship this May. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

different to me because of the mentality,” she elaborated. “In basketball, you’re always trying to beat the person next to you or whatever team you’re playing against. But in weightlifting, the only person you try to beat is yourself.” Bradshaw started going to Murph’s Gym (#106 45680 Hocking Avenue) every day, for three and a half hours a day. A complete newbie with absolutely no weight-lifting background, she had no clue what she was doing.” But her coaches patiently showed her the techniques behind the ‘snatch’ and ‘clean and jerk’ lifts. “Learning how to do it is very incremental, and even once you

get the basics down there’s always things to tweak,” Bradshaw said. “It seems like such a simple movement to lift a bar with weights on it, but there’s lots of little things that go into it.” She proved a quick study. “I think newbie Meaghan was timid, but excited,” she said with a smile, thinking back to those first days. Though you wouldn’t want to challenge her to an arm wrestling match, Bradshaw doesn’t look the part of a weightlifter. “That’s what people say when they find out what I do,” she said. “People don’t expect it from me.” The stereotyped image of the weightlifter is one of bulging biceps, thick necks and

tree-trunk legs. Bradshaw isn’t that. “People think I look more like a volleyball or track and field person, I think.” Short in stature, she hides her power in a compact frame that let her lift a combined 118 kilograms at her most recent event (50kg snatch and 68 kg clean and jerk). What she does without looking like a mass of muscles makes you wonder what she could do if she did. As it is, her accomplishments are outstanding. First place at the Doug Hepburn Junior competition. Second place at the Kilopen provincial qualifier. Fifth place at the BC Championships.

Fourth place at the A&R Memorial competition. Less than two weeks ago she was first in her weight category and the best female lifter at the BC Junior (U-21) Championships. What she’s doing now brings back memories of her first competition and how far she’s come. She finished last. “And I was a total ball of nerves until after my first lift,” she said. “I looked down at the floor the entire time as I headed onto the stage. I didn’t want to look at the judges or the crowd. I just wanted to get the lift done.” She did, and the crowd cheered and that moment cemented her love of the sport. “It gets easier, and now I walk onto that

platform thinking to myself, “I’m going to smoke it,’” she said with a smile. “My personality now matches the sport. I’m much more confident.” And believing in her ability to do great things. “The results I’ve had feel incredible because I’ve only been doing this for a short amount of time,” she said. “It’s crazy, I think, how much I’ve done with it. I think there’s a huge amount of potential, still, to come.” At the end of this year Bradshaw is gunning for a top three finish at provincials. Then a trip to Junior Nationals. Eventually, she wants to compete at Junior Worlds and that takes sacrifice.

“I don’t go partying and I can’t if I want to keep everything intact,” she said. “I can’t just go out to McDonald’s and eat a burger, fries and milkshake. I want to keep my body healthy and able. I don’t want things weighing me down.” “I never get tired of training because the people here are like another family,” she continued. “My coaches are like big brothers to me and I just love this so much. Bradshaw’s next event is the 2015 BC High School Championships, taking place May 23 at Crossfit New West in New Westminster. Find info online at bcweightlifting.ca/ event/2015-b-c-highschool-championships/

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Morgan Miller, a Grade 10 student at Chilliwack secondary competes in the junior girls discus event during the high school district track and field meet at Sardis secondary on Wednesday. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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KOSUB, Alexander Elias Alexander Elias Kosub, born July 1, 1930 in Smokey Lake, Alberta, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2015 at the age of 84 years. Alexander is survived by his wife Peggy, his brothers Tony and Nick, his children Tim (Danielle), David, Geoff, Tom, and Debbi (Carey), and many adoring grandchildren and great grandchildren. A celebration of life ceremony will be held at the Chilliwack Seventh-day Adventist Church at 46024 Riverside Drive on Sunday, April 26th, at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada.

Prochnau Elisabeth Louise Elisabeth “Liz” Prochnau was born in Dieckhorst, Germany on January 28, 1932. She was carried “Home” by our Lord on April 21, 2015. Her passing was peaceful and she was ready. An excellent cook, baker and seamstress, Liz also enjoyed gardening, flower gardens, and receiving flowers on all special occasions. Elisabeth was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Chilliwack for 45 years during which time she served as a deacon for a number of terms. She had been attending St. Paul’s Lutheran Church for the past 5 years. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 60 years Harold, their son Ken, daughter Kim, grandson Cameron and her sister Gertrude in Germany. The family will receive friends at a viewing on Monday, April 27 from 6 - 8 pm at Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 8871 School St., Chilliwack on Tuesday, April 28th at 1:00 pm with a reception and graveside service to follow. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawnmtcheam.ca Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5, 604-793-4555

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MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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HANDYPERSONS

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

Jones the Handyman. All home repairs, pressure washing, senior discount, licensed. (604)819-0161

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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HELP WANTED

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

HELP WANTED

now hiring RIMEX Supply—Agassiz

is hiring for our Chilliwack & Popkum locations

Peter Krahn, passed away peacefully in Chilliwack General Hospital at 11:07 pm on Tuesday, April 14, with his loving wife Helen at his bedside. We would like to thank all of the hospital staff who ministered to Dad in his last 6 days and showed so much kindness to our Mother as she stayed constantly by his side. He is survived by his wife, six children and their spouses, 28 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, 1 brother, and numerous nieces & nephews. A memorial service will be held for him at 2:00 pm, on Friday, April 24, 2015 at Eden Mennonite Church 46551 Chilliwack Central Rd., Chilliwack, BC. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. BCCLASSIFIED.COM listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.

Peter

We are an industry leader of building products, located in Surrey, and we are growing. The team is hard working, the work environment is fast-paced with good people, and the benefits are excellent. Top notch warehouse worker / driver with a positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to do heavy lifting is required for immediate start. Mon. - Fri. If you are dedicated, have leadership ability and are looking for good solid employment send your resume: Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

Full time & Part Time positions, including weekends. We are looking for individuals who are customer service and speed of service focused. We offer flexible hours, competitive wages, full training, benefits and a great environment. Apply in person with resume to: Tim Horton’s - 52855 Yale Road E, (Rosedale) & 45837 Yale Road, Chilliwack

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

apply now

available positions

welders labourers painters cnc operators machinists warehousemen

about the company WorkSafeBC safety innovation award winner manufacturing environment fast paced & energetic global leader

For more information

DENTAL COORDINATOR/ RECEPTIONIST

about RIMEX and these

Are you an experienced Dental Treatment Coordinator? Abbotsford Dental Practice is looking for a team player who is friendly, hardworking and detail oriented to join our team.

opportunities, go to

Please send resume to: abbotsforddentalad @gmail.com

rimex.com/careers 6914953

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Making your backyard wishes come true!

BOOK TODAY! Spring Clean-up Lawncare Packages Aerating & Thatching

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604.791.YARD (9273)

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alternate fuels, major repairs and rebuilding.

• PRUNING 5 & up! + Aeration $4PROGRAMS + • FERTILIZER

• PRUNING • MOSS CONTROL • PRUNING • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS • MOSS CONTROL • PRUNING • MOSS CONTROL • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS • MOSS CONTROL RESIDENTIAL • PRUNING • FERTILIZER PROGRAMS & COMMERCIAL • MOSS CONTROL

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL 604.845.LAWN

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

LICENSED IN BUSINESS OVER 10 YEARS

604-793-9310

Contact Rick or Betty Today

GOVERNMENT INSPECTION FACILITY

604-792-3018

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

# of Papers

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

902-24 Bell, Crosby, McDonald, Teton 904-26 Craven, Darlene, Hazel, Rolinde, Walters

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NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

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

PROMONTORY 923-06 Alpine, Braeside, Dellview, Grove

ROSEDALE

604-702-5558

45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack

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960-04 McGrath, Muirhead, Munro, Novin, Sache

PETS

HELP WANTED

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PLUMBING

LES THE FRIENDLY PLUMBER. Specializing in bathroom renovations, including ceramic wall and floor tile. In with the new, out with the old. Call 604-858-8842.

EVERYTHING WE DO IS DRIVEN BY YOU.

PETS

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

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

JACK RUSSELL; Adopt a beautiful 8 yr old Jack Russell, she is petite, standing 11’’ at the shoulder, and weighs 11lbs. All white with brown markings around both eyes & ears, with her right ear being 1/2 white. (604)846-8212

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

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

APPLIANCES

CHEST Freezer, 7 cu ft., like new condition $70. Call (604) 795-1119 or (604) 824-9160.

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

Stackable 1.5 meter tall precast rings at 8.5 meter diameter available for swimming pools and/or storage. $1800 per ring. Call 604-888-1968. 04/15W_OC29

AT&OR V O N RE RCIAL THE

Cree-Ative

HOME IMPROVEMENTS • All Home Improvements & Additions • Fences, Decks, Bathrooms & Basements • New Construction • Shop & Barns

604-858-4513 604-997-2007

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Home Complete ns o ti a Renov s n io it d Ad Framing Laminagte Floorin erglass Wood &ckFsib e d n u S KELLY AT 604.819.1936

KJLACROIX62@HOTMAIL.COM

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

UNDER $100

Patio fireplace or old post drill $25, old vice $50 604-793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Gorgeous antique Beatie galvanized laundry tub $100, o.b.o 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Small newer rear bag lawn mower or gas mower $50, 604-793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Hand push reel mower $30, cedar dog house (medium) $70, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Very old 6 pot iron plant stand $100, don’t miss out, 604-793-7714

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New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,900. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

JEWELS, FURS

Air conditioners, portable Forest Air, $100; window model, Danby, $100. (604)847-7363

560

523

UNDER $100

futon, $75; weedwacker, $50; antique rocking chair, $50, 5x7 rug, $15; (604)858-8375

VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE

MISC. FOR SALE

603

for RV’s, Heavy Equipment and Motor Vehicles. We are a progressive, forward thinking company.

A Division of O’Connor Motors Ltd.

HOOME ME ME IMPRO IM MPPRROV MPROV ROOOVVEMENT HHOME OOME ME ME IMPROVEMENTS IMPRO IM MPPRROV MPROV ROOOVVEMENT

GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Black & black/tan. 7 weeks old. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

COLLISION TECHNICIAN

www.oconnorgroup.com

604-798-1187

Call Don

FULLY INSURED. OWNER/OPERATOR

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

We are looking to employ a

Email: terryc@oconnorcollision.com

Ron, 604.823.6191 or 604.819.0150

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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604-792-3170

Repairs are possible from the inside using urethane injection. 20 Years Experience Free Estimates

125 pieces of cedar railing for fencing. (604)795-4449 for info

Call Ian 604-724-6373

44840 Yale West, Chilliwack

• Sewer & Water Hookups • Drainage Repair • Hydro Seeding • Mountainside Landscaping • Rock/Retaining Walls

German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born feb 11. $750; 604-796-3026, no sunday calls

PRESSURE WASHING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

This position is full time, straight time position. Contact Collision manager at:

Leaky Basement?

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206

2 coats any colour

CHILLIWACK

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To advertise, contact the Chilliwack Progress at 604-702-5552

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

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED! Boundaries

• Home Repairs • Yard & House Cleanup • Painting/Carpentry • Pressure Washing • Junk Removal • Decking • Gutters

Local Businesses Ready To Serve!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWSPAPER CARRIERS Route

AlHandyman most EverytServiceshing

44344 Yale Rd., Chilliwack

604.845.LAWN (5296) (5296)

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING

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45+ Abbotsford 55+ Abby, Langley, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960

REAL ESTATE

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ACREAGE

MORTGAGES

Agassiz Rural Property House & Barn on 14 acres with 2 adjoining 4.79 parcels. Chk. Craig’slist & Kijiji for info & pics. Call 604-796-9383

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY .

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

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

Chilliwack. Thom Creek 2 bedroom Condo, 2.5 baths with air conditioning installed, 19 yrs +, 1800 sq.ft., updated flooring, beautiful mountain view with private backyard, creek and mature trees, 400 SQ.FT. crawl space and oversized garage with 2 extra parking on large driveway, $339,000. Call 604-392-6065.

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS MOBILE HOME for sale with free pad rent in Mission. Privacy with a view. $35,000. (604)820-8218

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Bole Apartments Certified crime-free multi housing.

1 bdrms start...$550/m Bachelor.........$520/m includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d. (604)792-8974

CHILLIWACK. THE VIBE. 2 bdrm $990/m, avail may 1. State of the art electronic security and access control system. Call Stratatech, Wayne, 604 799 0259.

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GARAGE SALES

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Chilliwack

ABBOTSFORD

National Garage Sale for Shelter

9055 Ashwell Rd Rainbow Estates Clubhouse Apr 25 8:30 - 1pm

FLEA MARKET Abbotsford Exhibition Park TRETHEWEY @ MACLURE AVE

~ SUNDAYS ONLY ~ 6 am to 4 pm Phone 604-859-7540

May 9, 2015 9am - 2pm

17 tables, bake table and lunch counter

Chilliwack

45455 Wellington Ave

April 25 8m - 3pm

collectibles, pictures, clothes, household items Rain or shine

9279 Woodbine St April 25 8am - 3pm Rain or shine

kids

Multi-family - DVD’s electronics, wedding items, household, misc

Chilliwack

GARAGE SALES

Royal LePage Wheeler Cheam Realty #8-8337 Young Rd

Declutter for a Cause If you have items left over from your garage sale think about donating to our cause. All monies raised will go to the Ann Davis Society. Call (604)792-0077 by May 3th to arrange drop off or we can pick up your large items (by donation call for details)

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GARAGE SALES

East Chilliwack Garage Sale 49560 Castleman Road Saturday, April 25 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

off Young Road

April 25 9am start

Multi Family Yard Sale Rain or Shine. collectibles, furniture and household items

Furniture, loads of hse. hold items, sm. appliances, tools, toys and much more!

Sardis

45918 Knight Rd

Complex Sale April 25 8-1pm

something for everyone

APARTMENT/CONDO

706

1 bedroom 9430 Nowell St. Hurry only one suite remains! ....$620/m. Freshly painted. Ready to move-in. Adult oriented. Incl. hot water heating & window coverings, 2 appl. N/p. Suites w/balcony, laundry on 1st flr, elevator w/wheelchair ramp, covered parking. 604-824-0264

46098 Higginson Rd

Estate sale - good quality items, furniture, collectibles, antiques

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.

T. Marlowe Manor

Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments!

1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz (Under new Management)

Spacious and bright

new condo quality 1 bdrm...$650 and 2 bdrm...$800/m Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences, down town. Available now. Call 604-703-3405

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

Chilliwack

Multi Family Sale Sunday April 26th 9am. toys, tools, clothes, household, lots of stuff

706

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APARTMENT/CONDO

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Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd

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9:00 am - 2:00 pm Royal LePage Wheeler Cheam Realty #8 - 8337 Young Road

will be hosting their 7th Annual “National Garage Sale for Shelter” Our parking lot will be transformed into an oasis for bargain hunters!

17 suites -1 & 2 bdrms

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

We are so PROUD of you!

Do you have a son, daughter, grandchild, niece or nephew graduating this year? Then show us your pride! The Chilliwack Progress invites families and friends of this year’s graduating class to send a congratulatory message on May 27, 2015! A perfect keepsake for a special time in your grad’s life.

Please Call Mary

1.877.409.9874

DEADLINE: May 22 at 12pm

Mail or drop off your greeting and a photo to: The Chilliwack Progress Email copy and photo to: classads@theprogress.com (We accept Visa or Mastercard for payment)

royal oak

New Luxury Apartments! 4/15W_GP1

You can help by donating!

76 includes tax

9155 Edward St., Chilliwack OCCUPA JUNE 1, 2NC Y 015 Ideal Chilliwack location. Walk to Leisure Centre, Hospital and Shopping. Parkade parking. Corner suites have quartz counter bars. Each suite has 4 stainless steel appliances in kitchen, front load washer/dryer. No pets.

Entry Form

Grad’s Name: _____________________________________ Message (15 words or less): ______________________________ ________________________________________________

4/15F_GS17

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

All monies raised will go to the ANN DAVIS TRANSITION SOCIETY.

Call 604-792-0077 by May 4th to arrange drop off or we can pick up your large items. (by donation call for details)

APARTMENT/CONDO

Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

• Find Treasures • Charity BBQ

We are looking for gently used household items & furniture, etc.

RENTALS

Cedar Apartments

(off Vedder Rd South)

(604)858-9832

Promontory, 1 bdrm, ideal 1 person, rec room & kitchen area, n/s, n/p, $700/m util incl. (604)824-1301

Because Community Matters

On Saturday May 9, 2015

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms

Furniture incl kitchen table set, collectibles incl. hand made quilt, garden/ home décor, household, horse tack incl. 2 pair gray leather chaps, riding gear, overreach boots, clothes, miscellaneous

April 25 9am - 12

(Windsong) in Rosedale. Saturday 8:00 to 2:00 pm

706

42717 & 42702 Walnut Ave

St John’s Anglican Church

9962 Chapman Rd.

APARTMENT/CONDO

9.00am-3.00pm (no early birds)

10670 McDonald Rd

Rain or Shine

RENTALS 706

COMMUNITY FUND RAISER - Garage and Bake Sale, with soup, hot-dogs and chili.

4 Family Garage Sale

45017 Brighton Pl Apr 25 9am - 2pm cul-de-sac sale No early birds

Sardis

Rosedale

GARAGE SALES

Yarrow

Sardis

46033 Chwk Central Rd

Hazeldene Apts

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1 bdrm................. $750 - $795/m 1 bdrm + den...... $850 - $895/m 2 bdrms................ $1150 - $1200/m For info call Doug 604-991-1777 or Bill 604-997-7223

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TRANSPORTATION

STORAGE

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TRANSPORTATION

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

851

750

The Scrapper

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford

TOWNHOUSES

30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666 1998 HONDA CIVIC 2 dr, auto Aircared. STK#652. $2,495. 2002 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, fully loaded. STK#547. $4,900. 2004 MAZDA 3, 4 dr, auto, p/l, runs good STK#673. $4,900. 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#648 $4,900. 2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#672. This week only! $6,900. 2007 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto, full load, STK#603 $7,900. 2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 4 dr, AWD, fully loaded, only 99K kms. STK#657 $9,900. 2008 HONDA CIVIC, 2 dr, auto, sunroof, fully loaded. STK#642. $9,900. 2009 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto. STK#606. $10,900. 2009 KIA SPORTAGE, 4 dr, auto, full load, runs good. STK# 624. $10,900. 2009 TOYOTA CAMRY, 4 dr, sedan fully loaded, auto, STK#669. $11,900. 2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, loaded, 7 psgr STK#428. $13,900. 2011 NISSAN ALTIMA. 4 dr, auto, sedan, fully loaded, sunroof. STK#641. $14,900. 2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4X4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

TRANSPORTATION 830

MOTORCYCLES

1991 Yamaha Virago, 26,000ks, asking $3000. Plus misc HD parts & rain gear etc. (604)796-0608 aft 6

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Chilliwack, 9340 Woodbine St., 3 bd S/S duplex, 4 appl., hardwd flrs, fenced, sm pet ok. $1000/m incl water. Avail apr 15. (604)824-0264

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2005 HARLEY, soft tail custom. Black & chrome. 30,000 kms. $10,500. Call: 604-820-8218

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BOATS

2002 Montana, lady driven, V6, fully loaded, CD, DVD, 7 pass, runs & drives well. $1950. (604)615-6749

GARRISON CROSSING townhouse, 3 bdrm, 3 levels, 2 full baths/1 half bath, rec room opens to patio, open concept kitchen & living area with 9’ ceilings, rock f/p, 6 appl., garage, walk to amenities. $1400/m +util & DD. N/s, n/p. Avail July 1st. harmsen.sharon29@gmail.com for appt. to view.

taylor place

912

Cool-looking 10’ Zodiac c/w oars, foot pump & wheels, $500 firm; 2 HP Evinrude outboard motor, $300. Call (604)792-0579

SUITES, LOWER

CHILLIWACK clean bright spacious 1 bdrm +den with wood burning f/p, all fresh paint,new tiles in bathroom, own driveway & entrance, laundry hook-ups.On quiet residential street NP/NS. Ref’s req’d. $800 incl utils. Call aft 6pm: 1-604-940-0419.

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TRUCKS & VANS

1994 Ford 1 ton 4x4, V8, 5spd, 4 dr, steel deck, new tires, brakes, runs well. $2800. (604)996-0427

Retired gentleman would like to rent a place in country for motorhome, would like to rent partial farm yard. Call (604)793-0210

MARINE

RECREATIONAL/SALE

HOMES FOR RENT

SARDIS, 3 bdrm & den (could be used as 4th bdrm) 2 living rooms, 2 patios, 2 full baths, fenced backyard. N/S, small pet considered. $1400/m + util & DD, refs req’d, avail May 15. 604-703-5296 lv msg SARDIS, 5726 Kestral Dr. Whole house, newer home (2007). 4 Bdrm 4 bath, 1 office. $1950/mo. 1 Cat / 1 sm dog allowed. Avail now. Call: 1-(604)294-9443 leave msg.

1989 Toyota Class C motorhome, low miles, great cond. $9750. Call (604)795-3940

SARDIS - Superior location near schools. Lrg country kitchen, 12x17 sundeck, 2 n/gas f/p, 3bdrm 2baths 2100sq/ft, lrg fncd lot w/RV pkng. NP/NS. Monthly inspection. may1st $1450/mo +utils. Call 604-819-7008

well maintained 8’ 1995 travelmate camper, North/south qu bed, linen & handging closet in bathrm, cupboards have double shelves, 4 burner stove, 2 way fridge, elec h/up, asking $4750. (604)795-7101

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and Parkers Mini-Storage Ltd.

Barry McLeod Take notice that vehicle located at 7981 Atchelitz Rd, Chilliwack, B.C. will be sold by May 10, 2015 along with other debt incurred by this action. 1956 Chrysler 300 body only no engine VIN 3N561107 in the amount $7,707.40 Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to: Parkers Mini Storage (604)793-4800

Repairer’s Lien Act

Fascina Construction Inc The following will be sold to satisfy funds owing to Mertin Nissan Ltd. $1151.97 Plus storage and all costs incurred by this action. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo Vin: 3G1TX65E09L134354 Sale date after May 7th, 2015

4th Annual

HARRISON FESTIVAL SOCIETY FUNDRAISER Featuring

CELTIC FOLK LEGENDS MAD PUDDING Saturday, May 23 7:30 pm Music 9:00 pm •

Harrison Memorial Hall

West Canada Civil Enforcement www.repobc.ca 1-877-795-7337

pick a part

33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888 1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $2,900. 2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, auto, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900. 2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 7psg full load, runs good, Aircared STK#530, $3,900. 2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7 passenger, fully loaded, STK#525, $2,900. 2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900. 2007 FORD Fusion 4 dr auto, loaded A/cared ST#321 $6,900 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $9,900. 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900. 2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K STK#17. $12,900. 2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. STK#275. $16,900.

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Enjoy the Excitement of Village Living

Financing Available www.keytrackautosales.ca

Silent Auction • Door Prizes • Raffle Dessert & Refreshments PURCHASE 8 TICKETS & RESERVE YOUR TABLE Harr son

Fest val Tickets $35 available at S ciety www.harrisonfestival.com world music & art small town roots

Garrison Village Rentals • Bright, modern design • Close to Vedder River, walking and biking trails • Steps away from Cooper’s Market & shopping

British Columbia

• No pets, no smoking, no BBQ’s • Restaurants & coffee shop • 6 Appliances

NOTICE OF ANNUAL REPORTING Fraser Valley Regional District

11/14W_SH14

REFERENCES REQUIRED • BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • 604-791-1910 www.garrisonrentals.ca HOMES FOR RENT

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Chilliwack Rentals

A copy of the Annual Report is available for public inspection at the office of the Finance Department of the Regional District, 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack during regular office hours.

HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES

MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com 604.858.RENT (7368)

HOMELIFE GLENAYRE REALTY CHILLIWACK LTD. Property Management Division

Fraser Valley Regional District The Fraser Valley Regional District hereby gives notice in accordance with Section 814.1 of the Local Government Act; reporting of remuneration, expenses, contracts along with the 201 Audited Financial Statements. The Annual Report will be presented at the Board meeting on Tuesday "QSJM , 201 at 7 p.m. at the Fraser Valley Regional District Office, 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, BC.

CMA - Chief FinancialOffi Officer Mike Veenbaas, Veenbaas, CPA, CPA, CMA - Chief Financial cer 02/14W_HL5

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604.796.3664 | Ranger Station Art Gallery

British Columbia Arts Council

• Corner of Garrison Blvd. and Keith Wilson Rd. EXECUTIVE STYLE SUITES • 2 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS + DEN STUDIO + 1 BEDROOMS • On-site manager • Camera surveillance • Adult oriented • Secure underground parking • In-suite laundry with washer/dryer

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CASUAL PANTS & SHORTS NEVER IRON

FLEXTECH® KHAKIS

A crisp, dry-cleaned look straight from the dryer.

Available in Classic, Modern and Slim Fits.

Sizes 30–44. Our Reg. $29.99–$69.99 More styles and colours available.

SALE $22.49–$52.49

ALL WOMEN’S PANTS, JEANS, SHORTS & CAPRIS

SAVE 25%

Our Reg. $24.99-$69.99 SALE $18.74-$52.49

Free Hemming On All Regular Priced Jeans & Casual Pants Purchased at Chilliwack Location!

45737 Luckakuck Way (Next To Bus Depot)

604-858-4199

HOURS: Mon-Fri: 8:30am-9pm Sat. 9am-6pm • Sun. 10am-6pm

Expect more when you shop at Mark’s.

Custom Embroidery Available

“Locally Owned & Operated”

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