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200 tickets issued in Abbotsford during March Tyler OLSEN Abbotsford News
A month-long crackdown on distracted driving in March may have ended, but police say there’s little sign that motorists are getting the message to put down the phone while driving. Abbotsford Police Const. Ian MacDonald said officers handed out more than 200 tickets for distracted driving last month. MacDonald said that number is not out of the ordinary for Abbotsford, where officers regularly find distracted drivers during speed crackdowns, drinking and driving roadblocks and any other traffic enforcement work being done. “Although March is distracted driving month, I think you can make a fair case that every month is distracted driving month,” MacDonald said. He said police are puzzled as to why people aren’t putting away their devic-
Those caught using a device face three penalty points and a $167 fine. Penalties escalate for repeat offences. Miller offered the following tips for road users: Q Leave your phone alone. No call or text is worth risking your life or others. Let calls go to voicemail and ignore your text messages while driving. Q If you have to take a call, pull over if it’s safe to do so or use your phone in hands-free mode; stay focused on the road and keep the conversation brief. Q Plan to avoid distraction. Turn your cellphone off or place it in the trunk of your car so you won’t be tempted to talk, email or text when you’re on the road. Q Assign a designated texter. Ask passengers to handle calls and texts. Q Keep your hands off. Hands-free means a Bluetooth or wired headset or speakerphone.
Mission WCE riders outnumber Abby
Hawes misquotes figures, but still wants Abbotsford to pay Kevin MILLS Mission Record
Abbotsford ridership on the West Coast Express (WCE) is not as high as Mission Mayor Randy Hawes recently maintained. Hawes has raised the idea of asking City of Abbotsford to help pay for a portion of the $750,000 subsidy that the Mission district pays to TransLink each year to run the commuter train service. Hawes said recently that 60 per cent of WCE riders leaving the Mission station are from Abbotsford. However, numbers provided by the district tell a different story. According to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s 2010 Strategic Review of Transit in the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford riders only make up 38 per cent of passengers boarding from the Mission WCE station. Mission residents account for 56 per cent of ridership while Chilliwack (three per cent), Harrison (one) and other (two) make up the remainder. “When I said 60, I knew it was roughly 60/40 but I thought it was the other way around. But I was wrong. That was a mistake I made,” Hawes acknowledged.
Despite the corrected information, Hawes plans to continue his pursuit of cost sharing. “This is a regional service. I don’t think anybody could possibly dispute that. So the Mission taxpayers paying
Cheryl Ziola, every weekday more than 11,000 customers get on and off the WCE at one of eight stations. And while TransLink does not collect demographic data by station as the 2010 report
100 per cent of the costs that TransLink chooses to put on us, to me doesn’t seem quite fair.” However, the 60/40 figure may be out of date. Those numbers are based on a 2010 report, but the mix of Mission riders appears to be even slimmer now, according to the latest TransLink information. According to manager of media relations for TransLink
did, it does conduct an overall ridership survey. According to the 2014 Customer Service Performance data collected for TransLink by Ipsos Reid, nine per cent of WCE riders polled identified Mission as their municipality of residence, while only two per cent said Abbotsford. TransLink subsidy: Each year, the District of Mission pays TransLink close
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Local hospital part of workplace violence review Ministry of Health to work on action plan to address assaults on nurses
Alex BUTLER Abbotsford News
Recent violent incidents at Abbotsford Regional Hospital have
placed it among four health facilities in B.C. that will be examined for ways to improve the safety of health
care workers. The BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) president Gayle Duteil said that following negotia-
tions with the Ministry of Health over the last few weeks, both organizations, with the involvement of health
authorities, will be looking at ways to address ongoing violence against nurses and improve safety.
April 10, 2015 Community Clean Up Week: April 18-24 Help beautify your neighbourhood and do your part for Earth Day. Abbotsford residents are encouraged to pick-up litter around their workplace, school, community trails and streets. Have some fun while making a difference in your community as you plan a clean-up with friends or family. Please contact Alanna Carmichael, at volunteer@abbotsford.ca or 604-557-7050, by April 15 to register your clean-up.
Notice of Road Closure The Council of the City of Abbotsford will consider adoption of Bylaw No. 2421-2015, “Taylor Road Road Closure and Cancellation Bylaw, 2015” at its Regular Council meeting Monday, April 13, 2015 at 7:00 pm in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, Abbotsford City Hall. Legal Description:
2014 Annual Municipal Report Pursuant to the Community Charter, the City of Abbotsford Annual Municipal Report will be presented at the Executive Committee Meeting of Council at 3:00 pm, on Monday, April 27, 2015, in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC. The public will be given an opportunity to speak to the Annual Municipal Report at the meeting.
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The Annual Municipal Report will be available for public inspection during regular office hours, excluding statutory holidays, from April 13, 2015, in the Finance & Corporate Services Department on the 6th floor of City Hall.
Public Consultation Meeting King Road Connector Any person who believes their interests may be affected by the adoption of the proposed Bylaw may appear in person or by agent the evening of the Regular Council meeting, or submit a petition or written comments no later than 4:00 pm, Monday, April 13, 2015, Attention to: City Clerk, City of Abbotsford, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC, V2T 1W7; Email: cityclerk@abbotsford.ca. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the meeting. Please note that all submissions are a matter of public record. Copies of Bylaw No. 2421-2015 are available from the City Clerk’s Office, located on the fifth floor of City Hall.
The City of Abbotsford is considering new road alignment options to connect King Road, at Bradner Road, with Mt. Lehman Road at Marshall Road. This road link will provide an important transportation connection between Abbotsford and Langley/Surrey through the 16th Avenue corridor and will reduce traffic volume on Fraser Highway and 8th Avenue. Traffic forecasts indicate that a two lane road crosssection will be sufficient for the medium term (15 years) with the ability to ultimately widen the road to a four lane cross-section when warranted by traffic volumes – 2031 and beyond. A Public Consultation Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2015, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at King Traditional Elementary School - 28776 King Road (Library). The meeting will be drop-in style to view display boards, have an opportunity to discuss the options with staff and provide input. For further information, please contact Jan Loots, Manager of Projects, at 604-864-5514 or jloots@abbotsford.ca.
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Duteil said the BCNU is pleased with the government’s commitment to making nurses safer. The ministry has agreed to start with four facilities of the 12 suggested by the BCNU – Abbotsford Regional Hospital, the Forensic Psychiatric Unit in Port Coquitlam, Hillside Centre in Kamloops, and Seven Oaks Tertiary Mental Health in Victoria – and make improvements a priority as part of an overall violence prevention action plan. Duteil said Abbotsford was a priority due to a number of recent violent incidents involving patients attacking nurses, as well as a number of dangerous weapons that have been seized there. “We believe that Abbotsford has a level of violence against health care professionals that can’t be continued,” said Duteil. According to a ministry statement, facilities such as psychiatric units experience greater challenges when it comes to workplace violence because they treat some of the most complex, and sometimes unpredictable, patients. In Abbotsford, the focus will be on the psychiatric and emergency areas of the hospital. Ministry and health authority staff, with BCNU, will meet with
management and frontline workers at each of the sites to canvass their ideas and learn what staff think needs to be done, said Duteil. The ministry said it will work with the BCNU, other unions and stakeholders to identify further sites and finalize next steps by summer. Duteil said any changes can’t come soon enough for nurses working on the front lines. “Nurses put themselves at risk every day while trying to provide safe patient care. Many violent attacks could be prevented by increasing safety officers, providing personal alarms, specialized training and appropriate staffing for patients’ care needs, especially those who are aggressive or violent.” Abbotsford Regional Hospital recently was staffed with an additional security guard, less than two weeks after a nurse was injured in an unprovoked attack in early March. A 39-year-old nurse was attacked by a 23-year-old man who was in the emergency department for medical and mental health treatment. The nurse had cuts above and below his eye and required stitches. The man was charged with assault causing bodily harm in relation to the incident.
MS clinic opens
A new multiple sclerosis clinic opened this week at the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre. Located in the Fraser wing of the hospital, the clinic will provide comprehensive care to people with MS and serve as an MS information centre for the community. The only two other MS clinics in the Lower Mainland are located in Vancouver and Burnaby. The new office in Abbotsford will serve patients in the Fraser Valley who have been travelling to Burnaby for support. “This clinic will have a huge impact on people affected by MS in the Fraser Valley,” said Erin Coghlan, chair of the Fraser Valley chapter of Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada. “They will now get the specialized care they deserve much closer to home.” For more information about the MS clinic, email msclinic@fraserhealth.ca or call the clinic in Burnaby at 604-412-6405.
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Ongoing violence in the western part of the city is the focus of a community forum hosted by the Abbotsford Police Department (APD) and the Abbotsford school district on Wednesday, April 15. The event, including a video, begins at 7 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way. Const. Ian MacDonald said because the violence and crime involve young men in the South Asian community, the forum will be presented mainly in Punjabi. He said the goal is to inform parents and concerned citizens about the role they can take in helping to curb gang violence and recruitment. Police Chief Bob Rich and school district superintendent Kevin Godden will be among those in attendance. The first part of the forum will provide information about recent incidents and serious crimes that have taken place in west Abbotsford. “These incidents have involved young people and have increasingly become a serious public safety issue for our city,” MacDonald said.
The second part of the forum will discuss assault, vandalism and arson. Last October, 18-year-old Harwin Baringh ways for parents to work with their school was fatally shot while in his vehicle on to help their kids choose a better path. “We believe that, for many, the path Sparrow Drive, but police have not conthat leads to gang involvement begins in firmed whether his murder is related to elementary school. For that reason, pre- the dispute. However, court documents filed in vention and parental involvement is so December to seize two vehicles alleged crucial,” MacDonald said. He said police have previously talked to have ties to Baringh’s murder indicated that his death was linked to an to the parents of some of the “ongoing gang conflict.” young people involved in the conOn Feb. 22, one man was stabbed flicts and have had three types and another shot during an alterof responses – denial, minimizing cation in the 2300 block of Holly complicity in the behaviour, and Street. Less than two weeks later, interest in helping. shots were fired in the 31400 block MacDonald said police would of Southern Drive, and police said like those responses to shift, with one of the homes struck by bullets more in the latter category. was associated to a known South He said involved and aware parMACDONALD Asian gang member. ents can play a part in helping to On March 19, police issued a public alleviate gang crime and violence by reaching out for support when they see their warning about three individuals – Sandeep Sidhu, Jimi Sandhu and Gavin Grewal – child is having problems. Police first reported last July that two they said are involved in an ongoing congroups of South Asian men were involved flict and a “criminal lifestyle that includes in a dispute they called the “Townline Hill violence, drugs and weapons.” Police warned that the safety of anyone conflict” – named for the general area in associating with the three could be in which the incidents were occurring. The incidents have involved mischief, danger.
City, UFV partner on U-District Community consultation plans to shape university neighbourhood Alex BUTLER Abbotsford News
A planning initiative for a “U-District” – the area surrounding the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) – is about to be undertaken by the City of Abbotsford and the university. Mayor Henry Braun spoke during a public announcement Wednesday, saying the project was a “rare opportunity to shape the future of a important neighbourhood.” In May of 2012, council endorsed a 30year concept for the area adjacent to the UFV campus. In 2014, the city earmarked $200,000 to develop a neighbourhood plan. UFV and the city have now partnered to create the plan – for the area called the U-District – and a fully compatible and integrated UFV Abbotsford campus master plan. Beginning with the original U-District vi-
Kari Dow, who is working as a consultant on the UDistrict project, speaks to a community member about planning for development around the University of the Fraser ALEX BUTLER Abbotsford News Valley. sion and campus master plan, the project will deliver two concepts for managing growth and redevelopment. The city is also in the process of an official community plan (OCP) update called Abbotsforward, which will outline land use in the city, determin-
ing where density will be focused as well as where features like parks and trails will be placed. Sierra Nickel, a student at UFV in the urban planning concentration in the geography department, said students are working alongside the city and UFV on the
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project. “I’m very excited about the opportunities this opens up,” said Nickel, adding the plan can help create a place where students want to stay even after their classes are finished. The neighbourhood plan will provide details for future devel-
opment in the area. The university effort will create a plan to meet future educational needs while enhancing the UFV campus experience. It will look beyond the boundaries of the existing campus to develop a university village. The announcement was followed by a campus kick-off event where students and community members could learn more about the project. Kari Dow, a consultant for the project, was there to chat with people and help them engage with the first consultation steps. She said the project with the city and university is “really unique, because it brings two planning processes together.” For more information about how to become involved, visit udistrictabbotsford. com.
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Parking at hospitals should be free I am writing this letter in support of Frank Wirrell and his letter in the March 13 Abbotsford News on hospital parking. I too don’t think we should pay for parking. My husband spent the last five weeks of his life in the Abbotsford hospital and having to worry about parking was one stress I didn’t need. I visited my husband in the mornings, before work, at lunchtime and after work. I didn’t pay long-term because we had no idea which day he
would come home, hoping for the best. I also stood and watched as people, seniors included, struggled to have the right change. How a company is allowed to take your money and not give change seems like robbery to me. And to make maters worse, during my husband’s last year we had to make many visits to the emergency. Most people don’t know, but you pay more to park at emergency. Rush to the hospital with a very
sick family member and they charge you more! Should we have to chase our politicians to get something done? No! These people are paid by our taxes. We hope they are looking out for our best interest but, sadly, they disappoint us time and time again. Don’t even get me started on the cost of renting a TV for patients. I paid over $300 for four weeks. Sure, they have by the month but not knowing how long you will be there makes that unre-
alistic. This is price gouging at it worst. The Abbotsford hospital staff are wonderful. They made my husband’s last five weeks the best it could be. Thanks to each and every one of them. But please, let’s show a little sympathy and make life easier for those families that are stressed enough without having to feel taken advantage of at the same time. Pat Thomas, Abbotsford
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Bakerview Church turns 50 Bakerview Church is marking its 50th anniversary this weekend. Celebrations start Friday (April 10) evening with an open house from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Festivities move to Columbia Bible College (CBC) on Saturday for a reception at 5:30 p.m. and a banquet. Charter members of the church will be introduced, and there will be stories and songs reflecting the history of the congregation throughout the evening. On Sunday, beginning at 10:30 a.m., an anniversary celebration service will be held in the gymnasium at CBC. Dr. Walter Unger will be the keynote speaker. CBC is located at 2940 Clearbrook Rd. A congregational memoir, A Mosaic of Grace Bakerview 50 Years, has been produced to commemorate the special occasion. The book contains about 100 pages of select stories and photos reflecting a half-century congregational journey, said David Giesbrecht, a member of the church’s 50th anniversary planning committee. “Included are dramatic personal accounts as well as stories illustrating Bakerview members at work locally, as well as around the globe. Also highlighted is the strong tradition of musical excellence and diversity, characteristic of Bakerview throughout the five decades of its life.” Bakerview is the daughter church of the Clearbrook Mennonite Brethren Church. According to Giesbrecht, many younger members of the mother church felt the need for a more contemporary worship experience, and in 1965 the new church was launched. The book is available through the Bakerview Church office for $20 each. Anyone interested in purchasing the publication should call 604-859-4611 or visit the church office at 2285 Clearbrook Rd.
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Yale student raising money for school kids in India An Abbotsford teenager raised more than $3,000 to help educate young children in India. Samyta Rai, a Grade 12 student at Yale Secondary School, created kits filled with school supplies, such as notebooks, pencils, pens, rulers, erasers, and a geometry set, and distributed them to more than 1,000 students at two schools in India last month. “Seeing the kids’ eyes brighten after receiving the school supplies, made me know I did make a difference in their lives,” said Rai, who added it was upsetting to hear stories of children being held back from school because their parents
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quire flowers that bloom at various times all year long. More of that kind of habitat could be created by cities in parks and even by households and businesses in yards and other urban areas, Elle said. She noted Metro Vancouver has
Urgent action is needed to stop the decline of wild bees, and B.C. cities and their residents could pitch in by protecting and planting more bee-friendly flowers. That’s one of the re c o m m e n d a t i o n s of SFU biologists Elizabeth Elle and Julie Wray in a report to Metro Vancouver that outlines the threats to bees. “The main reason that wild pollinators are declining is loss of habitat,” Elle said in a recent presentation to Metro directors. “They’re BOAZ JOSEPH Abbotsford News losing their food and they’re losing their Honey bees at the Honeybee Centre in Surrey. nests.” Bees need nectarproducing flowers and while com- already been planting diverse wildmercial blueberry fields are one flowers and other native plants that source, it’s a monoculture crop that bloom throughout the year in some blooms for only a few weeks, leav- regional parks. Researchers have measured a 25 ing vast areas devoid of food the per cent increase in both the abunrest of the time. Wild bees aren’t transported from dance and diversity of pollinators at field to field in boxes like imported those sites, she said. pollinator honeybees and they reContinued on A16
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Wild species nest in the ground, in trees or other areas, and that habitat is also being lost to urban development or other ecosystem disruption. Elle noted invasive species are a particular problem. The Himalayan blackberry, she noted, can cover large areas where other flowers are effectively forced out and no nectar is available for most of the year. Solitary bees only survive four to six weeks, so that species won’t survive in an area if food isn’t available when they come out. Much public attention has focused on the threat to bees from farm pesticides, including neonicotinoids – there have been repeated calls to ban the neuro-toxic insecticides that have been found to kill beneficial insects. Elle said the chemicals are linked to colony decline and even when they don’t kill bees outright they can hurt their ability to survive and thrive. “Just smelling a fungicide reduces the ability of a bumble bee to find food and to collect it quickly and bring it back home,” she said. “What this means is they’re not provisioning a colony very quickly and the colony is not growing – just by smelling agrochemicals.” Some municipalities still allow cosmetic pesticide use, she noted, but said most exposure comes from farms. Exposure to one pesticide can worsen the effects of another one on bees, she added, while imported European honeybees used to pollinate crops can be a source of diseases that spread to wild species and the managed bees also crowd out wild species. She pointed to climate change as another source of trouble. In high alpine areas, she said, wild flowers like the glacier lily are flowering earlier than they used to because the snowpack melts faster. “Their main pollinator is a type of bumble bee that just isn’t
active yet when the plants are blooming,” she said, adding that has limited the reproduction of the lillies, which no longer grow to the same extent. The bottom line, Elle
said, is bees are under pressure on multiple fronts. “People want to know ‘What’s the one thing we can do?’ But it’s not a simple problem. It’s not just one thing that
we can fix.” However, Elle said even reducing one threat is likely to help bees and slow the declines. More than 100 of the 450 bee species identi-
fied in B.C. live in the Lower Mainland, but Elle believes many of them could go extinct and some may already be gone. The local poster child for bee decline is the
on a farm in four years. Metro Vancouver is expected to update its Ecological Health Action Plan this year with additional recommendations on conserving pollinators.
Western bumble bee. They used to be commonly seen on blueberry farms in the 1980s but became very scarce about 10 years ago, Elle said. They haven’t been spotted
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MEI Middle presents Mary Poppins MEI Middle School presents its production of Mary Poppins starting next week. The musical takes place at 7 p.m. on April 16, 17, 21 and 24, with a matinee at 4 p.m. on April 25 at the school, 31655 Downes Rd. Doors open one hour before each performance. Tickets are $10 each and are available through the school office weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The musical is based on the series of children’s books by P.L. Travers and the 1964 Disney film. It tells the story of the Banks family, whose children are out of control and in need
The BC Gem Show takes place from April 10 to 12 at the Ag-Rec Building in Abbotsford. The event includes displays, demonstrations, a children’s creative workshop, gold panning, door prizes and more. Doors open at 10 a.m. each day and close at 8 p.m. Friday, 6 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6 for adults, $2 for students (ages six to 17) and free for kids under six. The Ag-Rec Building is located at Abbotsford Exhibition Park, 32470 Haida Dr. Visit lapidary.bc.ca for more details on the show.
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The numbers for March are out and so far this year it’s looking quite positive for Real Estate in the Fraser Valley, particularly for Detached Homes. Overall sales this past March were the highest in 9 years! While new listings were up 11% year over year, the total number of listings was down about 7% as higher sales eroded the inventory. The Benchmark price for Detached Houses was up 4.5% and for Townhomes up 0.9%. However, for Apartment Condos, it’s still a Buyers market as their Benchmark price was down about 2.4% over last year. Lastly, average days on market for Detached Homes was down to 38 days, while Townhomes took 48 days and Apartments took 61 days, both similar to March last year.
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Scoring for Matthew’s House
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Atom C5 Blades minor comes up with unique fundraiser Angelika DAWSON Contributor
The sounds of scraping skate blades and sticks smacking the ice fill the arena as the Atom C5 Blades minor league hockey team take on their opponents. Cheers ring out from the fans in the stands when the Blades score a goal. Added to this is an unexpected noise: the sound of coins rattling around a coffee can. For the players on the Blades hockey team, it’s a sound that motivates them to score again and again because they know that sound will make a difference to families in B.C. The team came up with a unique fundraiser for Matthew’s House, a respite home for families with children who live with complex care needs. Each time the team scores a goal, a Matthew’s House bucket gets passed around the arena with the encouragement for folks to drop a donation into it. Given the caliber of the team, this has been a fairly lucrative fundraiser. “We score a lot – at least 5 or 6 goals a game,” one team member proudly said. Manager Lily Unger says that just like most hockey teams, there’s always a need to raise money for tournaments, jerseys or equipment. But she felt it would be good for the team to
have another fundraising focus. “We’re always on the receiving end so we wanted to find a way to give back to the community,” she says. Matthew’s House was a natural choice for the Blades as the team has a unique connection to the home. Team member Hudsen Froese is the younger brother to Matthew, for whom the house is named. Lily is also a family friend. Aushin Gill, Cody Pope and Keira Thomspon are all members of the Blades and have played hockey for years. They really enjoy the team, each one saying how sportsmanlike their team members are and how much fun it is to play together. The fundraiser is a great motivator. “Knowing that the bucket will get passed around gets me pumped to score more,” says Cody, who plays both defence and centre. Keira, who plays left wing and defence, agrees. “It makes me want to play harder, knowing that we’re raising money for Matthew’s House.” The teammates say that from their vantage point on the ice, they can see – and hear – the bucket going around the arena. “The can goes ‘shake, shake, shake’ and we can hear it from the ice,” says centre, Aushin. “It
makes me feel really good knowing I am helping kids.” The Blades visited Matthew’s House recently to tour the home and learn more about how this resource supports families. They enjoyed seeing the home’s special features like the activity room and the playground. Several of the kids had heard about Matthew’s House before but didn’t know that Hudsen was a brother to Matthew. Knowing this makes their fundraising effort even more special. For Lily, it’s as much about raising funds as it is about raising awareness and bringing the community together. “The kids have hearts on their helmets (echoing the Matthew’s House logo) and we make an announcement about the fundraiser before the game,” she says. “It’s another way to get the conversation going.” The Atom C5 Blades played their last regular season game in early March having exceeded their goal of $1,000 and are thrilled with the success of their fundraiser. “This has been a wonderful experience for our team,” Lily said. To find out how you can get involved with Matthew’s House, visit mattshouse.ca/getinvolved.
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Guild meets Tuesday, April 14 at 10 a.m. for a workshop and at 6:30 p.m. for an informal meeting. Both take place at Ross Road Church, 3160 Ross Rd. Info: 604-287-5008 or abbotsfordquiltersguild. org
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The Fraser Valley Watercolour Society hosts a demonstration with artist Marilyn Vooys on the topic of painting with watercolour on yupo paper to make art cards. It takes place Thursday, April 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the House of Fine Arts, 2485 West Railway St. There will be an opportunity to paint as well. To reserve a spot and obtain a supply list, call Carol Portree at 604850-9694. Cost is $5 for non-members.
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Growing a food garden About five years ago, ‘vegetable gardening’ exploded into the more encompassing ‘food gardening’ trend, and it’s never looked back. It happened quite suddenly for several reasons which all seemed to connect at the same time. Young folks, in particular, were shocked that people could die from eating mass-produced foods, as happened during the outbreak of E. coli on spinach. The sense of having some control over the quality and safety of the food we eat, especially for our children, suddenly became far more important. At the same time, the Brian obesity issue, particularly among young children, began to be addressed by schools where healthier foods started to replace sodas and chips. The Boomer generation, who grew up on fast food, now wants to have healthier lifestyles as they age. Folks in this demographic are driving the health food market, and nutritious foods with high levels of antioxidants top their list. The weak economy has also nudged many folks to grow some of their
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Abbotsford’s Adam Hadwin finished last weekend’s Shell Houston Open tied for 25th place at minus-eight. Hadwin was the model of consistency at the Golf Club of Houston, shooting rounds 0f 69, 71, 70, and 70 en route to a $44,330 pay day. Hadwin has now made the cut in seven of his last eight tournaments. Fellow Abbotsford golfer Nick Taylor struggled in his first round of the tournament, shooting 74. His one-under second round wasn’t good enough to drag him above the cut line. Hadwin is ranked 87th in the FedEx Cup points standings, while Taylor is ranked 45th.
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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). Bi-weekly payment is $145/$155 for 24 months at 0.0% APR, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $1,850 down payment is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $9,393/$9,930, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $21,979/$24,427. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. † Purchase price includes $670 Loyalty Cash and a cash credit of $4,200 and applies to new 2015 GMC Terrain SLE-1 FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. 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. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR 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): $1,500 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.. <>The 2014 GMC Terrain received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2014 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. *†U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).
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Opening day for Abby minor fastball
Festivities take place this weekend
Abbotsford Minor Fastball Association will be holding its opening day festivities at Elwood Park this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday (April 11, 12) there will be clinics running in the mornings with exhibition games in the afternoons. The MFA softball season starts in April and runs until the end of June with teams playing twice per week and tournaments on limited weekends. For registration, visit www.amfa.ca or for more information on the Thursday night walkin clinics, email coach@amfa.ca
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ICE PERFORMANCE
Virtanen, Hitmen advance to Round 2 Calgary takes on Medicine Hat
Mica Kerr and Della Williamson of the Abbotsford Skating Club perform in the club’s annual ice show last Saturday at MSA Arena.
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Some of the top volleyball talent in the province is coming to Abbotsford later this month. The 2015 Volleyball BC Provincial Championships, which brings together the best club teams from across the province, is a threeweekend tournament that will be hosted at the Tradex Convention Centre in Abbotsford and the Richmond Oval. Last year, 320 teams participated in event and this year organizers are expecting even more. Around 280 teams will be playing at the Abbotsford Tradex during the weekends of April 24 to 26 and May 1 to 3. For more information, visit volleyballbc.org.
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THE MS Society will be hosting a free Educational Conference on April 18 from 11-2:30 pm at the Best Western Mission City Lodge (32281 Lougheed Hwy, Mission). Learn about the MS Satellite Clinic at Abbotsford Regional Hospital, chat with a neurologist and hear from a wellness panel. To register, call 1-800-268-7582.
Seven years have passed since you left, yet it still feels like yesterday you were here. We speak your name often and remember happier times…. skiing at Hemlock, your funny humour, Lego, your Chevy Blazer, booby traps for the tooth fairy, artwork, skateboarding, your big heart and your great big smile. You will never be forgotten and kept close in our hearts forever.
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We are seeking a nanny / housekeeper to look after two young boys to provide good care for them. This is a full time position, daily routine includes picking up from school, assisting with homework, preparing dinner and assisting with bedtime routine. You must have experience with young children, have great references, have a recent criminal record check or be willing to obtain one, have minimum education. Must be outgoing, personable, and a positive attitude is VERY important. Able to follow direction, complete most housekeeping tasks for eg. laundry, light clean up, vacuuming, cooking. Speak English and Punjabi. We are non-smoking, pet free home. Housing will be provided in the basement suite of the house. Wages will be $11/hour.
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CAREERS The Abbotsford School District invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions:
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CLASS 1 DRIVERS & OWNER / OPERATORS AXL AMAZING XPRESS Ltd., 2880 Gardner Court, Abbotsford BC V2T 5H9 is looking for Class 1 Drivers and Owner / Operators - pen to pen (8 positions). Salary $24.50/hr. Minimum 1 year experience. Duties: Drive truck, load/unload goods, pre-inspection / maintenance of vehicle, do emergency repairs, maintain log book, speak fluent English. Email resume to:
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CZERWINSKI Erwin It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Erwin Czerwinski on Sunday, April 5, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Rosemarie; son, Udo (Mary Anne); daughters, Edith, Irene (Bill); sister, Edith Czerwinski; grandchildren, Suzanne, Corey, Shawn and Colin; and great grandchildren, Chantal and Breanne. Erwin left Germany in 1965 to begin a new life in Canada. After living in Regina, SK for 9 years, he headed to the west coast and made Abbotsford his home. Erwin was well known for his great experience in the electrical business and for his love of hunting and fishing in the great outdoors. Many thanks to all the wonderful staff at Abbotsford Regional Hospital, and Surrey Memorial Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 17, 2015 at 1:00 pm at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation. Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com
Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534
GILL Dalip Singh Jan. 10, 1928 ~ April 6, 2015
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Dr. Dalip Singh Gill of Village Nathuwala Jadide, Dist. Moga, India, in the presence of his family. Dr. Gill was the Founding Principal of Dasmesh Punjabi School. Dr. Gill is survived by his four beloved daughters and their families and many friends. Funeral service will be held at Fraser River Crematorium Services at 2061 Riverside Street, Abbotsford on Sunday, April 12, 2015 at 12:00 pm. Service will be followed by prayer at the Khalsa Diwan Society at 33094 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford at 2:00 pm. For information please contact the family at (604) 852 1881.
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Pat passed away peacefully in the early hours of March 15, 2015 after a courageous but far too long battle. Pat was the only daughter out of six children born to Heck and Myrtle Neff in Eyebrow, Saskatchewan. She is survived by her son Dan Johnson; daughter Christine Johnson; her three granddaughters, aka “Nana’s Girls” as they were called, Taija, Terynn and Regann; two brothers Tim Neff and Cal Neff as well as many nieces and nephews and friends. Pat was predeceased by her father, mother, three brothers and her husband Ivan of 40 plus years. She moved to Moose Jaw with her family and enjoyed working at the Air Force base, as well as the Harwood Hotel and the Ambassador Café. Pat married Ivan in 1968 and made their home in Abbotsford and had their two children. She enjoyed being a football mom as well as a figure skater’s mom and always did what she could to help out, from early morning breakfast to making costumes. In her later years she devoted herself to her grandkids, always being there; it truly was pure happiness for her. We would like to thank Dr. Codio and the staff of Abbotsford Regional Hospital as well as Margaret Tyers and many other friends and family for your support. A celebration of Pat’s life will be held Saturday, April 25 at 3:00 p.m. at the Eagles’ Hall, 33868 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford. Rest in peace now Pat, you will be forever in our hearts. On line condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com
Wiebe & Jeske 604.824.1324
NELSON, George Frank February 24, 1920 February 28, 2015 Frank lived a long life and died peacefully in palliative care at Abbotsford Hospital. Predeceased in 2012 by his wife of sixty-five years, Rose, he leaves behind many friends to mourn his passing. Frank was born in Ottawa and graduated from Montreal’s Sir George William University in 1950 with a BA. He was the medalist in the history department. Frank worked as a transportation consultant and economist and travelled to Africa and the Far East bringing modern day infrastructures to third world countries. His sense of humor and joie de vivre will be remembered by those that had the honor of knowing this wonderful gentleman. “Go gentle into that good night old friend.”
NORTON Ernest “Ernie” July 14, 1937 - April 6, 2015
Passed away peacefully after a brief illness. Predeceased and now reunited with his wife Gladys and son James “Jimmy”. Will be greatly missed by daughters Laura (Steph) and Maureen, and grandchildren Carlos, Oliver, and Maxine. Ernie was an elevator mechanic and member of the IUEC Locals 82 and 89, lover of all sports, and made friends wherever he went. Thank you to the outstanding nurses in the ICU at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. There will be no service. Dad was not a lover of formal events. Think of him fondly and raise a glass in his honor. Online condolences to the family may be made to:
Anna Antonia
NEUMANN Colleen (Toddy) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Toddy Neumann, in the early morning of April 3, 2015 at the age of 58. Toddy was predeceased by her mom and dad, her son Dale and her brother Bubba. Toddy is survived by her husband Bryan, her son Danny (Brooklyn) her grandchildren Isaak, Kolby, Kash, sister Cindy (Ernie), niece Marla Marika, her beloved Omi and Opa, daughter-in-law Kelsi (Zach) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Toddy loved her fur kids, dogs, cats, horses, she played slopitch and owned first base. She loved her garden and backyard. She’s the glue that kept things going in our family and will be greatly missed. She will be always loved and never forgotten. Thanks to the 2nd floor staff at Mission Hospital for everything you did. The family appreciates that so much. Love you M & M & M’s for everything, love you much. Celebration for Toddy is at North Valley Baptist Church, 2:00 pm Sunday, April 19, 2015, 32715 Cherry St., Mission. In lieu of flowers a donation to any animal organization or Christine Morrison Hospice.
ROOSENBERG
January 8, 1911 ~ April 6, 2015
Hendrika Catharina
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anna Antonia Wall on April 6, 2015 at the age of 104. She was born to Anton and Kathie Wiebe in Ignatewka, Ukraine. She had three brothers and three sisters whom she left behind when she was able to immigrate to Canada in April 1929 (she never saw them again). Anna will be remembered for her strong faith in God. She also was kind-hearted, loving and had a caring personality and who had endless strength and energy. She enjoyed cooking and entertaining for her friends and family, knitting for worthwhile causes and being involved in various church programs. Anna is predeceased by her husband Bernard, whom she had been married to for 69 years and is survived by her children Ruth (Dan), Ed (Shirley) and Art (Kathleen), her grandchildren Shaun (Crystal), Jeff, Heather, Sarah, one foster grandson Tyler and one great-grandson Lukas. She will be greatly missed. Special thanks to the caring staff of Sherwood Crescent Manor in Abbotsford. There will be a graveside service at Maclure Cemetery in Abbotsford on April 15 at 11:00 am. Donations can be made in Anna Wall’s name to MCC. Online condolences to the family may be made at:
Riek “Angel” passed away peacefully in Abbotsford, April 5, 2015 into the presence of her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. She was born November 1, 1916 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and is survived by her loving family; son John (Cindy) of Edmonton, daughter Cathy Roosenberg of Abbotsford; grandchildren Leanne, Angela, Sean and Cory Roosenberg and Cara (Smarth) Clement, Racheal (Andre) Hummelman, Anthony (Easton) Vandenborn and 13 great grandchildren as well as her sister Lenie deHek of Edmonton and brother Guus Coorengel of The Netherlands and other family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Herman in 2014 and her daughter Ineke. The family would like to thank the staff of Menno Home for their gracious loving care of Angel. A celebration of her life will be held Monday, April 13 at 1:00 p.m. at Living Hope Christian Reformed Church, 34631 Old Clayburn Road, Abbotsford. Online condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com
Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885
www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com
Woodlawn Funeral Home 604-853-2643
Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Class 1 Drivers for the SURREY area. Applicants must have a min 2 yrs industry driving experience.
We Offer Above Average Rates! To join our team of professional drivers please send off a resume and current drivers abstract to: careers@vankam.com For more info about Line Haul, call Bev, 604-968-5488 We thank all applicants for your interest! Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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.
DUMP TRUCK DRIVERS wanted with experience. (Pony/Tandem). Fax resumes to: 604-856-9172 or for info call: 604-807-4040.
IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS
HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS
www.wiebeandjeskefh.com
Wiebe & Jeske 604.859.5885
BOLDT Randy Randy passed away quietly into the presence of his Lord after a courageous battle with brain cancer, age 37. He was born in 1977 in St. Catherines, ON. He is survived by his loving wife Sara, children Carmen, Ryan and Holly, parents Rudolf and Lucy, brother John (Becki), niece and nephews; Ryleigh, Royce and Rio, and many other relatives and friends. You will be forever missed. Service will be held at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3215 Trethewey St., Abbotsford, Friday April 10 at 11 am.
Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
TRUCK DRIVERS HGC Logistics is looking for F/T Long Haul Truck Drivers (10 positions). Salary $24/hr. Minimum one year experience. Duties: Drive truck, load / unload goods, pre-inspection / maintenance of vehicle, do emergency repairs, maintain log book. Please email resume to:
jas@harmangroup.ca or Fax 604-859-1245 or Apply: #102 - 2263 Mason St. Abbotsford, BC V2T 6G7
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Seasonal CANNERY workers
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
Previous experience would be an asset although not necessary. $10.49 per hour. Must be able to work outside 60 hours per week (6 days per week) Please send resume to: Manlin Lally LALLY Farms Inc. 5327 Gladwin Road Abbotsford BC V4X 1X8 Attention: Manlin Lally Absolutely no phone calls please
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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
HAIRSTYLIST WANTED
1-866-472-4339 (leave voicemail)
Affordable, Professional Haircare, Guaranteed
HELP WANTED
Experienced. Required FullTime for a local shake and shingle mill. Excellent Wages & Benefits, Bonus Program.
Please call Wayne 604.615.2464
CHICKEN CATCHERS WANTED Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity! Abby. 604-857-2221
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HELP WANTED
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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
DAIRY HERDSMAN Required for 130 cow farm in East Chilliwack.
Experience preferred. Call 604-798-0314 for more information.
EXPERIENCED UPPER & LOWER LUBE TECH’S only
sgill@prooilchange.com
Ridge Valley Farms Ltd. in Abbotsford 30974 North Burgess Ave is looking for Poultry Farm Labour Supervisor for their poultry Agriculture division must have good knowledge of general poultry farming be a team leader and be able to speak and write English for daily reports. Keeping control of workers times and schedule and planing. Must be willing to work night shifts and week-ends. Experience 4-5 years in a farm setting. or a degree or diploma in Agriculture Wage Depend On Experience, Starting Salary $2768/mo. Please send resume and bio data via fax: 604-856-7610 Attn. HR Manager
Extremely busy fruit processor in Abbotsford is looking to fill multiple positions with cheerful, team-oriented individuals who have positive attitudes. We offer; Competitive Wages, Health and Dental Benefits, MSP Coverage, and a RSP Plans. Positions available:
Utility Worker (entry level position)
Dumper Operator Production Operators No experience in the food processing industry necessary, but definitely an asset. We are willing to train someone eager to work. Plant operates 24/7 on 12 hour shifts. We are currently recruiting for positions on our night shift (6pm – 6am).
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
SERVERS & COOKS Shifts available are: P/T and F/T days, afternoons, evenings and weekends. Previous experience and banquet experience an asset, but not required. Must be 19 years of age. Golf benefits.
Provides lab support to maintain the quality of our products. We are looking for candidates with either one year experience working in a laboratory environment and/or a science background. A college degree in a related discipline would be an asset. To apply for any of the above positions either drop off your resume to:
email: missiongolf@shaw.ca Apply at 7983 Nelson St. Mission
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
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Mission Golf & Country Club
34352 Industrial Way Abbotsford
jobs@pacificcoastfruit.com 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
Golf knowledge an asset but not required. Must be 19+ years of age and be available to work weekends and afternoons. Golf playing privileges included.
Needed to provide care for young adults and youth with mental health issues and challenging behaviors. If you are an individual who has a positive attitude, an ability to be creative, and want to work in a diverse environment, this is the job for you. Interested parties please fax or email resume to: 604-557-7894
Please email resume to: missiongolf@shaw.ca or drop off at 7983 Nelson St. Mission B.C.
Check out the current employment opportunities at the University of the Fraser Valley. Applications are being accepted for the following position:
Located in Chilliwack
Health & Wellness Strategist
For complete details visit our website: www.stolonation.bc.ca click on Jobs link on the Homepage
Attn: Stó:lō Nation HR Personnel
WAITRESSES REQUIRED P/T - F/T shift work. Must have experience & be a team player. Drop resume off at Crossroads Restaurant, 1821 Sumas Way, Abbotsford. Attention Paul.
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NIGHT CLEANER
3-4 evenings per week, 1:30 a.m. - 9:00a.m. Must be reliable & able to cover holidays. Criminal check and driver’s license required. Some heavy lifting. Must be able to work independently!
LABOURER WANTED Manufacturing company in Langley / Aldergrove requires a RELIABLE PERSON, F/T to start immediately. Duties include shipping, receiving, painting and general labour. Some heavy lifting required. Must have willingness to work, good work ethic, reliable transportation, and ability to take direction. Fax to Bill: 604-8566690 or email info@cannonbar.com No phone calls.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
35 Yrs exp. Guaranteed Results
★ 604-217-5205 ★
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AMAZING WAVE SPA Acupuncture & Acupressure. 113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby.
604-746-0099
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Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd.
Machinist/ Machine Fitter Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The business has been in operation since 1955 and is located in the Port Kells area of Surrey. The successful candidate will have considerable experience assembling machinery, bearing assemblies, and shrink fitting.
Out in front of business
To apply submit resume by Email to dsmith@iem.ca or fax to 604-513-9905
www.bcclassified.com HELP WANTED
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
CARETAKER needed for a 15 unit motel in Delta. Free accommodation plus income included in the package. This position is ideal for retired couple looking to keep busy while enjoying some income. For more information Call (604) 9432632.
PARTS MANAGER required at Comox Valley RV. Automotive or RV parts experience required. Email resume to danny@comoxvalleyrv.com
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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby
Palm, Tarot & Psychic Energy. Tells Past, Present & Future
Start Immediate! Call: (604)792-7928
For full details on this position, visit
LABOURERS
SHANTI PSYCHIC
Attractive Starting Wage.
UFV is a growing, exciting and welcoming workplace. Come join 15,000 students and 1,000 employees in our innovative and comprehensive learning environment. 04/15F_SN10
Mail resume and cover letter to: #7-7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC, V2R 4G5 E-mail to: jobs@stolonation.bc.ca OR Fax to 604-824-5342
F/T & P/T positions.
Drop resume off or email joe_nijjer@live.ca (DON’T apply btwn noon & 2pm)
caputz7@hotmail.com
LABOURERS
Requires the services of a QUALIFIED
Health Services Department
Needed, with experience for busy
Roseland Family Restaurant.
Looking to have fun outdoors while working hard?
Stó:lō Nation
For the
SERVERS, COOKS & HOSTESS
RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER
Part Time to Full Time.
or email your resume to:
HOME CARE/SUPPORT
Required for
Come join our team – you’ll get all the benefits of a gym membership and get paid for it! We’re a wholesale nursery located in Abbotsford looking for some hard-working, dependable people to join our outstanding team of employees. Starting wage is $11.75/hr. Please apply in person with resume to: Paula Baxter 1831 Peardonville Road. Between 9:00 am & 3:00 pm Monday to Friday
PART-TIME ACTIVITY WORKER
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
Required for
QC Technician
needed for Moes Bottle Depot. P/T weekdays only. Please bring resume in person btwn 9am-2pm, to 2625 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford.
HELP WANTED
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GENERAL LABOUR
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HELP WANTED
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Poultry Farm Supervisor (Abbotsford, B.C.)
(forklift certificate an asset)
Apply in person or email: 32471 Lougheed Hwy Mission
Fax: 604-864-8858 33677 Hallert Rd. Abbotsford
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• Block Piler • Shingle Sawyer • Shingle Packers
New West 604.522.4900
Who is willing to be part of the Management team. Guaranteed hourly rate plus 25% profit sharing. No clientele required. Paid birthday. Dental and drug benefits. Equipment supplied and maintained. Advanced annual upgrading training. Call
5 or 6 days a week 40 or 50 hours/week $10.49/hr Greenhouse work such as picking, pruning, twisting and other misc greenhouse labour. Employment starts immediate
HELP WANTED
CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
Mission Location
20 FARM LABOURERS REQUIRED at RANDHAWA FARMS LTD.
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Quality Applicants. Just one of the reasons to call LocalWorkBC.ca for all your job recruitment needs.
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
#1 in the Fraser Valley
SPRING RELAX SPA 604-859-9686 2451 Clearbrook Rd Abbotsford
PSK PAINTING
Bulldozer & Excavator Services
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Quality work at the lowest price Phone & compare. In business 25 years. Fully Insured. Free Estimates.
Land Clearing - Ditching Field leveling, Lot grading Excavation •D5, D4 Wide Pad Bulldozers •CAT320 EXCA
Peter 604-768-6980 www.pskpainting.com
Cell: 604.341.7374
CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services... 604-746-6777
2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
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www.paintspecial.com
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
KEN’S LAWN & GARDEN Lawn maintenance, hauling, clean-up & hedge trimming & other odd jobs. Call 604-302-1475.
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
GARDEN TOPSOIL $20 per yard. Mushroom manure $10/yard. Delivery available with 5 yard dump trailer. 604-768-7571, 604-856-4255.
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
2 coats any colour
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring. A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, Senior rates, Free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 20 Yrs exp. No job too small.Call 778-980-0717 POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706
GARDENER LANDSCAPING Yard Clean-Up ~ Tree Trimming Grass Cutting ~ Rubbish Removal 778 - 808 - 0307
NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.344.1069
R. G. HandyLandscaper
BESTWAY PAINTING
$150 OFF Interior Painting $250 OFF Exterior Painting
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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
rg_handylandscaper@yahoo.ca
for all early bookings. Drywall Repairs. WorkSafe. Fully Insured. 15 Yrs exp. Free Estimates, Call John,
YARD & HOUSE CLEAN UP
778-881-6737
Robert or Gen 604-504-1559
#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
F Basement, Bathroom / Drywall F Painting, Electrical, Plumbing F Decks & Fencing F Yardcare F Pressure Washing Insured & Bondable
Call Ron: 604-826-7290
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
COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273
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HOME CARE
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
CRYSTAL CLEAN CLEANING Forget the Rest...... I’m the best. Friendly, Reliable. Attention to detail. Call Cindy 778-982-3426
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DRYWALL
DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or large jobs. 604-859 -1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696 WALTER’S DRYWALL Taping - Texture - Repairs. Sm jobs pref’d. 40+ yrs exp. 604-308-7943 D & D DRYWALL. Boarding, taping, texturing painting & remodeling. Big or small jobs. Over 25 yrs exp. Free estimates. 604-853-3640.
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-854-6397
Call Ian 604-724-6373 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
DAVID & ABIGAIL’S HAULING. Full size p/u truck w/side racks for various hauling jobs. 604-226-6514.
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
Junk Removal / Any Size Odd Jobs / Yard Care S Flower / Vegetable Beds S Property Maintenance S Bobcat S Pressure Washing S Miscellaneous Deliveries;
Furniture, Appliances etc.
Call 604-556-8183
On Time ~ Lowest Rates
VECTOR RENO’S
Free Est. Dave 604-825-0066
Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327
MOVING & STORAGE
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
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 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
329 PAINTING & DECORATING TOM VAN KEULEN Painting & Decorating. Int ~ Ext / Residential 604-853-9429 ~ 778-982-2191
A&D TREE & GARDEN. Removal / Pruning / Landscaping, yard care. Exp /Ins’d. Free est. 604-226-6514
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WE BUY HOMES BC
FRUIT & VEGETABLES
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
RENTALS 703
The Valley’s Premier Farm Market Family owned & operated since 1975
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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 COCKAPOO-POO PUPPIES Vet checked. Non-shedding. $600. 604-381-4809 or 604-785-4809 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
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.
UNDER $100
CEMENT MIXER, older model, works well. $100. (604)556-7397 ROCKWELL BEAVER table saw, older model, cast iron top. Works well. $50. (604)556-7397 LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB?
UNDER $200 good
NEW, HEYS 3 PCE LUGGAGE SET. Swivel wheels & piggybacks. $200. firm. Call (604)744-8272
OPEN 6 Days a Week Monday - Saturday 8 am ~ 6 pm
1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP. Fam./Pet ok. $39,900 w/$575pad Partial view. Chuck 604-830-1960
VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE
5486 Riverside Street Corner of Harris & Riverside Matsqui Village
SWAP & TRADE
Call 604-850-6726 RU PRO EQUALIZER HITCH, heavy duty, $130. Call 604-8202412.
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APARTMENT/CONDO
ABBOTSFORD 1 bdrm apt. Homeview St. $700. 1 blk to bus. N/S, no drugs. 604-853-2505 after 5pm
Abbotsford
CHELSEA MANOR 2977 Dahlstrom Pl. 2 Bdrm ~ 2 Bath $850 to $875/mo. photos@craigslist search Chelsea Manor Resident Manager
604-850-2355
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SWAP & TRADE
BUCK PASSERS
WANTED INERT MILITARY ordnance like shells, mortars, grenades, mines, projectiles etc. Will pay up to $100. 604-615-1012. WANTED RECORDS, ROCK & roll, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, will pay up to $100. 604-864-9786. WANTED NINTENDO SYSTEM, with games, will pay up to $100. 604-864-9786. WANTED DVDs & box sets, will pay up to $100. 604-864-9786. CUSTOM MADE LADIES black leather chaps, fits small to medium build, $100. 604-761-2744. MOTORCYCLE HELMET, BLACK full face, Snell approved, Dot Lady, brand new condition, barely used, $75. 604-761-2744. HARLEY DAVIDSON RAIN jacket with matching pants, size small ladies, brand new, $50. 604-7612744. COLLECTOR BEV DOOLITTLE framed poster. Shows nine of her paintings, $100 firm. 604-7448272. HAND MADE NATIVE drum, even tanned deer hide, decorated, $100. firm. 604-744-8272. VERY RARE AND unique folding rocking chair, tooled leather art and wood, made in Costa Rica. Sacrifice $100. 604-744-8272. AB LOUNGER EXERCIZE chair, $20. Brown vinyl wing back lounge chair on wheels, $40. Retro hot air popcorn maker, $20. 604744-8272. FREE PARTICAL BOARD, various sizes from dismantled computer desks. 604-302-1883. 10,000 LB. TRAILER HITCH, $100. 604-626-1229. 2 HEAVY GLASS FRONTS from old Reno slot machines, 9 X 19.5”, $50. each. 604-859-8850.
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CARTOP CARRIER, $60. 604-6261229. 1 1/2 HP PANCAKE COMPRESSOR, $100. 604-626-1229. 950 W GENERATOR, 4 STROKE, $60. 604-626-1229. HONDA 11 HP GXV 340 verticle shaft, $60. 604-626-1229. GARDENA REEL PUSHMOWER, works great, environmentally friendly, $50. Free delivery. 604864-2801. POULAN 20” MOWER, side discharge, Tecumseh 3.5 hp motor, $70. Free delivery. 604-864-2801. MTD 21” REAR BAG mower, 3.5 hp, Tecumseh motor, $80. Free delivery. 604-864-2801. KENMORE FRONT LOAD dryer in good working condition, $60. obo. Call 604-826-3524. ASSORTED COLLECTABLE 1927 - 1936 King George V Canadian nickels, very fine condition. 20 @ $5. each. 604-826-3524. PORTABLE CAST IRON HIBACHI $7. Camper awning clamp, new in box, $10. Outdoor roll down blind, 4’ X 5’, $5. 604-859-4322. 4 FISHING RODS, 2 REELS, 2 nets, bait pail, fillet board, books, all for $35. 604-859-4322. RAINGEAR SIZE L, jacket, pants, yellow, worn one week, like new, $30. 3 hydroponic light bulbs, new, 1000W, all $15. 604-853-9773. ALUMINUM FRAMED WINDOW, double paned, 36” X 51”, $15. Double paned sheets, glass assorted sizes, $25. Great for greenhouse. 604-853-9773. 50 PIECES ASSORTED costume jewellery, individually boxed, $25. for all. Phone 604-859-8850. 100 3 GRAM BAGS seed beads, $20. for all. Phone 604-859-8850.
DOUBLE SIZE MATTRESS, good condition, $35. Shaw HD Motorola box, $35. 604-864-0170 NORTON SECURITY 2015: 5 devices. Brand new. $20. Weight set and stand: 2 each vinyl coated, 2, 3, 5 & 10 lb. Great condition, $25. 778-344-8450. LEDGEVIEW GOLF COURSE, $65. gift card, will sell for $40. 604751-3213. 18” WOMEN’S RALEIGH Discovery mountain bike, green, 18 speed, $60. obo. 778-772-1976. 18 1/2” MEN’S Ironhorse Outlaw mountain bike, green, $60. obo. 778-772-1976. EXERCISE EQUIPMENT CROSS bow by weider similar to bow flex cost $700 new asking $100. 604-826-0719. CHEST FREEZER L-51” W-21” H-35” good working condition $25 obo 604-307-7922. MOTORCYCLE GEAR- LEATHER jacket-helmet and chaps $100 for all 604-820-8218. ROYAL ALBERT VALDOR english china five tea cups saucers $50. One flower series dec xmas rose $20. 604-826-5410. FIREPLACE OUTDOOR WOOD burning moose motif black approx 26x26x33H $60. 604-820-4008. WINE BOTTLES RED & white 750 ml $5/dozen 604-850-4764. 1 BAR FRIDGE $100 604-850-4764. TASSIMO T47 COFFEE maker nearly new $50 obo. 604-462-1542. PORTABLE SUNSHADE 8x8 white $60 obo. 604-462-1542. TIDY TANK 100 gal $75 obo. 604462-1542. VINYL SOFFIT BEADED light brown 12 lengths $50 obo. 604462-1542.
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ACREAGE
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BRODIE MOUNTAIN bike, shape. $200. (604)556-7397
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• Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 34633 Vye Rd. Abbotsford B.C. (just past Costco) 604-556-7477 www.buckerfields.org
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FAMILY MAN w/truck for yard & home clean-ups, odd jobs, scrap removal. Free est. 604-820-2383
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BELSTAFF LEATHER Motocross racing suit. Good condition. $325. Call 604-820-8218 before 5 pm.
HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL Pruning, Hedge Trimming etc. By Tony. Call 604-226-8448
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HANDY RICHARD Kitchen / Bath Reno’s Electrical / Plumbing Painting / Drywall Decks & Railings Anything else, just ask!
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PIT - 11496 DEWDNEY TRUNK RD., MISSION Fax: 604-826-6716
PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $850-$1250. 604-765-0453
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ABBOTSFORD & MISSION
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HANDYPERSONS
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Spring Special
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Gutter Cleaning ~ Driveway Sealing Pressure Washing. Call Roger (604)217-7955
www.jonesbroscartageltd.com
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threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
Pick Up or Delivery 8590 SYLVESTER RD. 604-820-0808
Running this ad for 10yrs
Landscaping, new lawns, rototilling, mowing, power raking, fences, ret. walls, hedging, pruning, maint. program.604-832-8304, 604-832-8305.
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
✦ Mushroom Manure ✦ Bark Mulch ✦ Sand & Gravel
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
GARDENING
RH Landscape & Irrigation Lawn cutting starting @ $30 per cut Tree trimming, hedges, etc. Abbotsford / Mission area Rob 604-226-5529
MISSION TOPSOIL ✦ Screened Topsoil
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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YARD SALE Saturday April 11 9:00 to 2:00 (No Early Birds)
MOVING SALE
Saturday, April 11th 8:00 to 2:00
GARAGE SALE Sat. & Sunday April 11 & 12 8:00 to 4:00
Lots of stuff, household, furniture yard items, etc.
Freezer, household, tools, furniture & misc. items.
Ashley Way
32065 Dormick Ave.
(off Mierau)
#9 - 32311 McRae Ave.
Corner 14th Ave & Stewart Cr
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SUNRIDGE APARTMENTS
32815 George Ferguson Way
$660 2 bdrm. from $760
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· Across the street from Superstore & Seven Oaks Shopping Mall · 24/7 On-site staff
Please Call Rick 604.319.9151
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BLUERIDGE APARTMENTS Clean, Quiet & Spacious. 3 minute walk to Seven Oaks Mall.
PETS OKAY 1 Bdrm. from $599 2 Bdrm. from $725 Call Kel for Details
(604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge
2 bdrm. Inside suite. 2 bath, laundry, gas f/p, u/g parking. $900/mo. incls. h/w & gas. Available May 1st
3540 Picton St.
706
2 Bedroom units available. Great location for seniors! Clean, quiet & affordable! Incls heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance. Refs & Credit check req.
APARTMENT/CONDO
Sat. & Sunday April 11 & 12th 9:00 to 3:00
Bikes, bookshelves, worktable & lots of odds & ends.
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
1 MONTH FREE
Abbotsford Central
IRENE APARTMENTS
Mountainview - Bakerview
1 bdrm from $625 2 bdrm. from $745
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
SENIORS SPECIALS! Easy Highway Access. Storage Lockers & Parking Available!
Senior Discounts
GARIBALDI Court
WEST POINT VILLA 31831 Peardonville Rd.
Household, toys, wedding, generator, furniture & lots more.
24/7 On-Site Staff
604.556.6465
CLEARBROOK
Sat. April 11th ~ 8:00 to 2:00
Please call Annette
778.982.2590 MISSION
CEDARWOOD MANOR * * * *
Friendly Management 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented
THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE
NEW LOWER RENTS SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.
Phone 604-556-7705
604-820-0128
Sorry No Pets For more info: google us.
Paul 604-864-4942
CRIME FREE BUILDING
Online all the time. 24/7 2
ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo. No Pets Hot water included. Quiet, parklike setting.
604-853-0333 ABBOTSFORD
Great View Available Now! Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail. SENIORS DISCOUNTS Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.
Call 604-852-7350 ABBOTSFORD
MEADOWOOD Apartment & Townhouse Complex
Phone 604-852-4696 or Email
meadowood@ pacificquorum.com Apartments
APARTMENT/CONDO
ABBOTSFORD RENOVATED SUITES 11 LOCATIONS
• Bachelor • 1 Bdrm. • 2 Bdrm. Inquire About Current Rental Incentives...
PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS! FOR LEASING & INFO.
Call Pamela 604-751-2934 or E-mail: abbotleasing1@mainst.biz
www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $660 & 2 bdrm starting $840. 1.5 ba, ht/hw & prkg incl. Games rm Criminal Record check may be req. 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.
APARTMENT/CONDO MISSION
HABITAT APARTMENTS 33366 2nd Ave. Mission
1 Bedroom suite $635 2 Bedroom suite $750 Newly painted , some with new or near new flooring. Quiet, well managed, on site Manager. Undercover parking. Coin Laundry. Near library and downtown. NO Pets.
604-826-2538
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
COMMERCIAL SPACE for Lease: 1556 sf. #106 - 33643 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford. 604-850-7731.
MISSION AREA. 800 SF SHOP. Available now. $450 + gst + hydro + gas. Security check and references. No Living Quarters. 604-820-0808
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HOMES FOR RENT
ABBOTSFORD 2 or 3 Bdrm house with unfin’d bsmt on acreage, quiet area near town. April 15. $1300/mo. Shop also avail. Call 604-857-3231.
Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division
MISSION
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SPACIOUS APARTMENT
SUITES FOR RENT All rental properties are certified members of ‘’Abbotsford Crime Free Multi-Housing program’’
Nice decor, clean, specifically designed for the needs of adult oriented, families & professionals. ~ All are Pet Free ~
Call Roslyn 604-853-3371 or email rentals@abbotsford apartments.com Locations in walking distance to Mill Lake, Regional Hospital, shopping,
post office, medical clinic, library and rec centre. Short drive to Sevenoaks & West Oaks shopping ctr’s, High Street Mall, and UFV. Excellent locations on Transit routes and easy Hwy 1 access. LIKE Abbotsford Apt on FACEBOOK
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FRASER RIDGE Condo Living at Apartment Prices! www.eryxproperties.com * 1 Bdrm - $715 * 3 Bdrm - $1150
HOUSE
MISSION HILLS APARTMENTS
remaxrentals@live.ca 604-504-RENT www.remax-littleoakrentals.com
www.andersonavenue.com
(Next to MCC) Very Competitive Rates Quiet, Clean, Well Managed.
NOW AVAILABLE LARGE 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat & hot water included. Fridge, stove, d/w, microwave. Senior’s Discount. Resident Manager ~ Linda
604-850-7050
✯ Aspen Court ✯ 2450 Center St. Abbotsford NEW BUILDING Very Competitive Rates Quiet, Clean, Well Managed.
NOW AVAILABLE BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRM. SUITES
✯ Bantview Gardens ✯
33415 Bourquin Pl. Abbotsford
Great Location
UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet
Park-like setting, close to Mill Lake, Centennial Park & 7 Oaks Mall. Quiet, clean, wellmanaged, competitive rates.
Includes: Heat, Hot Water
and Hydro 604-463-2236 604-463-7450 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings
NOW AVAILABLE LARGE 1 BDRM + DEN & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat & hot water included. Fridge, stove, d/w. Senior’s Discount UNDERGROUND SECURE PARKING
Resident Manager ~ Carol
OAKMONT MANOR Member - Crime Free Program
2 Bdrm. 2 bath. $780/mo. Close to schools & shopping Bus stop out front. Free covered parking. Sorry NO DOGS or CATS allowed. 33370 George Ferguson Way
604-855-0883
604-820-8888
2487 Countess St. Abbotsford
$840/mo & $940/mo
Queen Anne Apts.
FRASER VALLEY HOME TEAM
MORE RENTALS @
604-870-1118
1 & 2 Bdrms available
Tempo #206 H - 1 bdrm unit. 634 sq. ft. 6 appl., 1 parking stall, $825/mo. hot water incl.
✯ Arlington Place ✯
Call Dave @ 604-859-0482
MAPLE RIDGE
ABBOTSFORD APARTMENTS
ReMax Little Oak Prop. Mgmt.
Heat & hot water included. Fridge, stove, d/w, microwave. UNDERGROUND SECURE PARKING
33555 South Fraser Way Crime Free Multi-Housing Certified
Best - Big & Beautiful, 2 storey w/bsmt. home. 6 bdrms. 3800 sf. 5 ba, 5 appl., $2,500/mo. + utils.
7440 Columbia St. Large, Bright & Clean 2 bdrm. $750/mo. Available w/1 Year Lease. No Pets. Written ref’s required.
Concrete Bldg. Great Views of Mt. Baker. X-Lge & Bright Heat and Hot Water Incl Sprinklered. Lge patios, 2 Elevators. Lockers. Gated Pkng. Super Clean. N/P.
SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
Conveniently located at
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Near Shopping & Amenities.
3046 Clearbrook Road
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“ A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE “
Townhouses
✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets
AbbotsfordRealEstateReview.com
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1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances
ABBOTSFORD • MISSION
Patio set, collectibles, household furniture, horse stuff etc.
604-556-7742 Cell 604-226-0975
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL ABBOTSFORD. Attractive office & or Retail Spaces avail. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Right now we can accomodate your needs up to 11,000 sq. ft. Ph. Frank Noort Investments 604-835-6300.
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ABBOTSFORD. Quality office space. 2316 McCallum Rd. 660 sq ft. 2nd floor, 2 executive offices, boardroom, receptionist area. Includes heat, light, air, taxes. $924/mo. Bill 604-857-3409
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ROOMS FOR RENT
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
ABBOTSFORD *CLEAN ROOMS* Bsmt rooms $425. Main floor rooms $450 incl utils & lndry 604-854-1000
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Sewer, water, hot showers incl. Electricity, metered. Heated washrooms, ldry, 20-25 min E. of Mission Hwy #7. Walking distance to local general store, near post office, gas LCB outlets etc. 604-826-2741.
SUITES, LOWER
1 BDRM Legal SUITE McMillian Area. Clean and updated. Close to bus & shopping. Fully furn., fridge, stove, W/D. No pets. Elec. heat & cable incl. Avail. Immed. $600 per mos. No texts Call 604-309-8248. ABBOTSFORD: 2 BDRM comes with washer & dry. N/P. N/S. Avail. now. $650/mo. 604-859-3085 . ABBOTSFORD 33313 Westbury Ave. 1 bdrm. suite. $600/mo. incl. utils. & laundry. Carport. Near UFV & Walmart. Ns/np. No parties after 10 pm. Avail. now. 778-779-1867 (text) or 778-779-1869 ABBOTSFORD: Large 1 bdrm in executive CDS, 2451 Sunnyside View. $850/month. Utils incl. Call (604)850-7337 ABBOTSFORD. Nice 2 bdrm suite Mt. Baker view, near Whatcom Rd. Lrg patio, d/w, full bath, $850/mo. incl utils., sat., net. Sorry no pets, smoking or parties. 604-852-6111. EAST Abby Legal 1 bed & den. Walk to all schools, ARC and shops. Own laundry, D/W, Gas FP, private deck and park like private back yard. Avail May 1. NS, NP. $750 plus share util. 778-908-5395 HATZIC. Large 2 bdrm suite. Insuite laundry. Near high school. Avail. immed. Ns/np. $975/mo. incl utils., cable & net. 604-826-6192
Claims a Landlord’s Contractual Lien against the following person’s goods in storage at:
MECHANIC’S SPECIAL ‘09 ELECTRIC Mini Cube Van Box 7’ L X 4.5’ W. Only box in exc. condition. STP#0012...........$1,250. ‘04 MERCEDES SPRINTER 2500 cargo van, diesel, auto, fully loaded, STP#0294........... $2,800.
MISSION. 14th Ave. 2 bdrm. suite. $750/mo. Ns/np. Avail. now. Call 604-820-4238 or 604-751-4238.
SUITES, UPPER
ABBOTSFORD Large house w/sep bsmt suite. Upstairs $950/mo incl laundry avail now. Bsmt suite avail May 15th for $700/mo or rent whole house. Garage not included. Call for info 778-549-2044.
.... PLUS MORE TO CHOOSE FROM
MISSION / HATZIC. Nr schl, newly reno’d lge 3 bdm, 2 ba, 5 appl, deck, lge yd, prkg. No pets. 778-996-7074
Phone 604.854.2832 or 604.864.6239 DL#9912
TOWNHOUSES
Clearwater Housing Co-op (Located in CLEARBROOK VILLAGE)
HOUSING CO-OP - $989/mth 3 BDRM UNITS FOR FAMILIES
NO SUBSIDY ✦ $2,000 SHARE PURCHASE ✦ REQUIRED PRIOR TO MOVE-IN Fenced yard, one pet ok, gas F/P and 4 appliances supplied.
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2005 HARLEY, soft tail custom. Black & chrome. 30,000 kms. $10,900. 604-820-8218 before 5pm
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
✦ APPLY NOW ✦ Phone 604-859-7429 MISSION: 3 & 4 BDRM T/H’s, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-820-1715
TRANSPORTATION 812
AUTO SERVICES .
LICENSED MECHANIC available for almost all your repair needs. Adrian 604-854-0937.
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NOMAD AUTO SALES
853-1171
Bruce
FINANCE OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE ON ALL VEHICLES
2011 HONDA CIVIC DX-G
2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE
SALE $11,970
SALE $17,970
Automatic, Keyless Entry, Air, Power Options, 68,000 KM
2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Automtic, Low KM SAVE on FUEL!!!
SALE $5,970
Lots of Features SALE! SALE! SALE!
2003 DODGE CARAVAN SPORT Only 113,000 KM
SALE $3,970
nomadautosales.com
Dealer #26135
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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2005 GMC TRAILBLAZER, 6 cyl, 4WD, good condition, $4,500. Call 604-820-2412
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TRUCKS & VANS
30618 Matsqui Place Abbotsford B.C. 604-854-6346 Auction is subject to cancellation without notice. 140 Roberta Assels 8150 Bergen Street, Mission, BC 158 Sandy Hayward 33095 Old Yale Road, Abbotsford, BC 188 Colleen Normand 2307 Otter Street, Abbotsford, BC
29092 Fraser Highway, Abbotsford Will be selling the following vehicles on April 17, 2015 for non payment.
1994 Ford F150 VIN 1FTEX15N6RKA10867 Debtor Radke Reuben Amount Owing $1786.27 2008 Honda Civic VIN 2HGFG12278H013993 Debtor Allen Fuller Amount Owing $1816.43 1997 Volks Golf VIN 3VWAK01H6VM124407 Debtor Marissa Anchikoski Amount Owing $1303.91
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 March 10, 2015, at the 29000 block of Fraser Highway, Abbotsford, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Abbotsford Police Department seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 2006 Ford F350, BCLP: HY9641, VIN: 1FTWX31P06EA17573, and $1,455 CAD, on or about 09:00 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in and/or obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 322 (Theft) of the Criminal Code of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-2748, 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, accessible online at 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 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
211 Jennifer Epp 33951 Hazelwood Avenue, Abbotsford, BC 246 Nicholas Hanefeld 4340 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford, BC 1994 Plymouth GTRV pop-top van conversion, V6, AWD, auto, loaded, serviced, clean, gd cond., 184k’s. $9580 obo. 604-702-9698
257 Jessica Frees 2628 Adelaide Street, Abbotsford, BC 31 Erin Pederson 31171 Peardonville Road, Abbotsford, BC 330D Paul Ramden 11595 Bailey Cresent, Surrey, BC
2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826 2004 DODGE Caravan, 7 pass van, auto, gold ext / grey int, p/w, p/l, cruise, AM/FM/CD, 266K, $3000. Call: 604-857-5017
KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford 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.
33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888
2444 W. Railway, Abbotsford Dennis
Jack’s Towing
1 DAY 1 PRICE ‘06 FORD F150 XLT 4 dr, V8, auto, full load, local, STP#1314.............$4,980. ‘05 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 2 dr, 4 cyl, 5 spd, local STP#3382............$1,850. ‘04 FORD F350 XLT 4 X 4 4 dr, power stroke diesel, auto full load, long box tow pkg STP#0102........... $5,800. ‘04 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 4dr, V6, auto, full load, low k’s STP#7906...........$1,850. ‘02 MAZDA MPV 7 psg, V6, auto, full load STP#7816............$1,250. ‘01 FORD TAURUS 4 dr, V6, fully loaded, local STP#6809...........$1,650. ‘01 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, full load, STP#1996............$1,250. ‘99 VW BUG 2 door, 4 cyl, auto, local, STP#9466............$1,680. 98 NISSAN MAXIMA 4 dr, V6, auto, loaded STP#7543........... $750. ‘95 VW CABRIOLE 2 door, 4 cyl, 5 spd STP#4420............$1,680. ‘93 MAZDA B2200 P/U 4 cyl, 5 speed, local, STP#3411............$1,680.
LOCKABLE STORAGE / WORKSHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in. Small sizes available. 6 am - 10 pm access. Chase Monday - Friday. 8 am - 5 pm. 604-826-2383
752
Warehouse Lien U-Haul Storage Center Matsqui Place
We pay pst & gst April 11th only!
STORAGE
751
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
2467 Clearbrook Rd
RV Sites $345/mo.
750
845
PJ AUTO SALES LTD
RV PADS
749
TRANSPORTATION
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.
Financing Available www.keytrackautosales.ca
332 Jessica Dunlop 6225 Cassie Avenue, Burnaby, BC 343-44 Patricia Haney 41172 Trans Canada Hwy., Chilliwack, BC 398 Amanda Mehus 2504 43 Street, Vernon, BC 407 Gary Green 2320 Broadway Street, Abbotsford, BC 411 Donald Murphy 693 Lilac Avenue, Abbotsford, BC 422-23 Lance Newsom 2464 Cameron Cresent, Abbotsford, BC 436 Lincoln Clarke 2711 116 Street, Maple Ridge, BC 44 Novitah Nelson #7 - 3845 Avola Frontage Road W., Avola, BC 45 Gordon Lundin 240 Cariboo Street, Hope, BC 466 Melinda Normand 33331 Old Yale Road, Abbotsford, BC 490 Holly Gartshore #307-33452 Tessaro Crest, Abbotsford, BC 520 Jeremy Williams 31908 Saturna Cresent, Abbotsford, BC 61 Leonard Colling 41707 Lougheed Hwy, Deroche, BC A sale will take place at the storage location on Friday April 17, 2015. Viewing from 10AM to 12PM. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30PM. Room contents are personal / household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each unit.
Help feed hungry families People need your help throughout the year.
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Drop off your food items at
ABBOTSFORD FOOD BANK 33914 Essendene Ave • Abbotsford 604-859-5749 www.abbotsfordfoodbank.com
A48 Abbotsford News Friday, April 10, 2015
2015 F-150 AWARDED
CANADIAN TRUCK OF THE YEAR
FIRST-IN-CLASS HIGH-STRENGTH MILITARY GRADE ALUMINUM ALLOY BODY BEST-IN-CLASS TOWING (12,200LBS)ˆ BEST-IN-CLASS PAYLOAD (3,300LBS)ˆ
PLUS ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL
2014 F-150 20 0 SUPERCREW 4X4
47,099 - $15,100 - $1,000
COSTCO REBATE
SALE PRICE
30,999
4.99% FINANCING
$
48,449 - $8,450 - $1,000
$
MSRP
PLUS GET
#15811
MSA DISCOUNT COSTCO REBATE
SALE PRICE
$
38,999
0 1.99%
2.5L TVCT, 6 SPEED SELECT SHIFT, ROOF RACK, CARGO PACKAGE.
MSA DISCOUNT FORD CREDIT CASH COSTCO REBATE
SALE PRICE
21,999
$
PLUS GET
0 0%
%
MSA DISCOUNT
LEASE
OR
COSTCO REBATE
FINANCING
#26902
28,039 - $1,040 - $1,000
$
MSRP
SALE PRICE
$
25,999
13,999
$
#36122
2.5L TVCT, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
26,099 - $2,100 - $1,000 - $1,000
SALE PRICE
FINANCING
2015 ESCAPE 4 DOOR SE
MSRP
16,664 - $2,665
MSA DISCOUNT
LEASE
#56614
$
MSRP
%
2015 FUSION SE $
1.6L TIVCT, 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
PLUS GET
OR
ON SELECT NEW 2014 AND 2015 FORD VEHICLES
2015 FIESTA 5 DOOR HATCHBACK S
5.0L V8 FFV ENGINE, TRAILER TOW PACKAGE, REAR VIEW CAMERA, XTR PACKAGE.
$
MSA DISCOUNT
1,000
2015 F-150 SUPERCREW 4X4
ECOBOOST 3.5L V6, ELECTRONIC 6 SPEED AUTO, XLT CONVENIENCE PACKAGE, POWER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS, SELECT SHIFT TRANSMISSION, KEYLESS ENTRY MSRP
$
PLUS GET
0% 0%
LEASE
OR
2015 EXPLORER XLT 4WD REAR VIEW CAMERA, POWER LIFTGATE, COMFORT PACKAGE, 3.5L V6, 6 SPEED AUTO, DUAL PANEL MOONROOF, TRAILER TOW PACKAGE, BLIND SPOT MONITORING, VOICE ACTIVE NAVIGATION.
MSA DISCOUNT COSTCO REBATE
FINANCING
#85535
46,989 - $3,998 - $1,000
$
MSRP
SALE PRICE
$
41,999
PLUS GET
.99% 1.99%
LEASE
OR
FINANCING
#30926
VOTED ABBOTSFORD’S FAVOURITE NEW CAR DEALER 7 YEARS RUNNING! T H E F R A S E R VA L L E Y ’ S O N LY F O R D S U P E R S T O R E ! ABBOTSFORD
604.856.9000 www.msaford.com 604.853.2293 MISSION
Highway 1 - Mt Lehman Exit - Fraser Valley Auto Mall DL#31215
MON - THURS • 8:30am - 8pm | FRI & SAT • 8:30am - 6pm | SUNDAY • CLOSED
Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at MSA Ford Sales. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Limit one (1) incentive redemption per Eligible Model sale. Offers are not rain checkable. All prices plus taxes and fees. See dealer for complete details for all advertised offers. All offers good on in-stock MSA Ford Sales vehicles only. All offers subject to prior sale. All available Ford incentives, Ford Loyalty/Conquest, Finance cash, Non finance cash, and rebates/rates have been used in advertised prices.. Financing/Leasing on approved consumer or business credit. Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment or may not be exactly as shown. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Our advertised prices include Freight, and P.D.I., Add dealer documentation and registration fees of $420, and applicable taxes and fees, then drive away. 90 Days no payments not compatible with non-stackable cash or MSA Finance cash. Purchasing Customers must credit qualify (OAC) to qualify for MSA Finance Cash. Up front finance fees may apply were applicable. Offer expries April 11, 2015, @ 6pm.
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