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West Coast Vintage Racers and fans mingled around the cool cars at the Agassiz Speedway Saturday evening. The itinerary featured the vintage racers, who travel all over the continent to race, as well as the Brad Adams Hornet Special, late model sportsman, mini stock and midgets races. This Saturday, the Speedway is looking for volunteers to join a work party starting at 10 a.m., to scrub, weed whack and more. For upcoming races, see www.agassizspeedway.com

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No one in the group of eight were wearing life jackets, search officials say no body recoveries on the Harrison River as the current typically takes the bodies to the Fraser River. “This was a very sad event for everyone involved,” says Brewer. “But, at least we have provided closure for the families and friends.” The two men, Daniel Dale Reid, aged 23, and Gary Duong, aged 25, were both from Vancouver. Reid and Duong were part of a large group staying in Harrison. According to KHSAR, eight of them left the beachfront on an inflatable raft on Monday, June 8. Reid and Duong at some point jumped into the

Harrison River Friday morning, from Harrison The BC Coroner’s Service Lake right to the Fraser has confirmed that the two River, but didn’t find the bodies located along the other missing man. Then late Harrison River last week Friday afternoon, a fishing were those of the men that guide spotted the body went missing on Harrison upstream from the highway Baseball's Best . . . . . . 2 Lake June 8. 7 bridge in Harrison Local kayakers spotted Mills. KHSAR volunteers Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 a body two kilometres recovered the subject from down the Harrison River the shoreline next to the Mail Bag . . . . . . . . . . . 7 on Thursday, June 18 and bridge using a rope system. phoned it in. Kent Harrison “The two separate Search and Rescue (KHSAR) recoveries on the Harrison Discover . . . . . . . . . . 16 was paged Thursday evening with Riverthe were unusual, Can you add the word Chubby (before Chicken) R in front” ofstates to assist RCMP Neil Brewer, one of the team’s Garden Tour . (not . . . . after . . . 20 chicken chicken). And then we in canits go ahead. recovery. search managers. Brewer says in his KHSAR members spent Classieds . . . . . . . . . 22 four hours searching the experience, there have been Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER

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water and planned to swim back to shore. The remaining six individuals had required assistance from KHSAR when they were unable to get back to shore. It was only later in the day that the friends realized the two men had not shown up back in Harrison. Three intensive search days turned up nothing and the search had been called off. KHSAR confirms that when they rescued the six individuals, none were wearing personal flotation devices, and the two bodies recovered did not have PFDs on either.

On Duong's Facebook page, tributes have been pouring in since the incident. Friends and family write that he was full of life, was an incredible soul and a "ridiculously talented" artist. One friend writes, "He was a stand-up man, as sensitive to art as he was to the people around him. Rest in peace, bud." KHSAR spent more than 300 volunteer hours on the rescue, search and recoveries. The BC Coroners Service and RCMP are continuing to investigate the deaths.

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Bus riders take heart as you wait in the heat for the next bus. Harrison Hot Springs hopes to keep you shaded and dry with a bus shelter in the near future. The Village Council agreed to apply to BC

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Transit for a program that covers partial funding for a bus shelter. Through the program, the Village would cover 53.3 per cent of the cost of the shelter, with the Province paying the remainder. If Council receives the funding, the shelter would be considered an asset of BC Transit, but maintenance, upkeep, safety and liability will be the responsibility of the Village. Councillor Samantha Piper was all for it because it helps to get people out of their vehicles and using alternate modes of travel. “It provides dignity to transit users by keeping them out of the elements,” she added. While BC Transit has designated the corner of Esplanade Ave. and St. Alice Street as the main bus stop in Harrison, councillors questioned if that is truly the best location for a local stop. “It caters to visitors in that location,” said Councillor John Hansen. "For residents,

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it’s in an out-of-way location." He suggested that near the new traffic light might be a more convenient stop for residents as well as central for visitors. Lisa Grant, manager of development and community services, presented the report to Council. She explained it is BC Transit that identifies stops and locations. “That being said, we can propose an alternative location,” said Grant. If Council wanted to apply for a bus shelter to be at a separate location, they would have to make that request to BC Transit, as well as with the Ministry of Transportation for highway locations. She suggested that Council could look at phasing in a few bus shelters over the coming years, or apply for a change now but, by doing so, they may miss this funding opportunity. Hansen said it is important to open a dialogue with BC LOCAL

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Transit on the location of the bus stop. “We’re better in tune of what the needs of the community are than BC Transit,” he commented. Int e re s t i n g l y, Mayor Leo Facio and several councillors commented on the fact that bus drivers make a circuitous route through Harrison, picking up bus riders along several unofficial stops. “It’s fabulous they stop wherever you like in our community,” said Facio. BC Transit confirmed with The Observer last Tuesday, explaining that Harrison is served by transit on Hot Springs Road inbound, and outbound along Eagle and McCombs Drive, "to provide the greatest transit coverage in the community," according to Johann van Schaik, senior regional transit manager for BC Transit's South Coast region. She says there are a total of four designated bus stops with bus signs in Harrison. On the other sections of the route, riders are served by

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"flag" stops. "These are informal stops that are considered safe locations with good visibility where riders can flag the bus down," explains van Schaik. Facio suggested the Village apply for the funding and, if the bus stop location cannot be changed, that Council look for future funding opportunities for different bus stop locations down the road. BC Transit shelters range in price, from a low of $9,800 to a high of $25,800 on the examples provided. Staff recommended a type of shelter that provides a back and cantilevered roof, with potential costs of between $10,300 and $15,200. “Due to the proximity to the lake and the winds, a shelter with greater weather protection best suits our needs,” writes Grant in the staff report. The 2015 Village budget includes $7,500 allocated towards upgrading the bus stop. LOCAL

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Choppy waters cause multiple rescue call-outs

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The Fox family was rescued from Echo Island when their boat was swamped in choppy waters Saturday, June 20.

member Amanda Fox stated in a grateful letter to the editor (see page 7). “I’m proud to call the KHSAR team my superheroes.” Immediately following that incident, KHSAR were paged for three men overdue from a canoe outing from 20 Mile Bay Recreation site. The ‘Spirit of Harrison’ boat was deployed,

along with the RCMP Seasonal Policing Unit, to search the lake and shoreline. Around 1:30 a.m. they found the three men 800 metres north of their canoe, “as they attempted to bushwhack over three kilometres through heavy bush and very steep terrain,” reports Neil Brewer, one of the KHSAR team’s search

Council seeks funding for project it doesn’t want

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Village councillors had heated words to say about the beachfront bandstand after a staff proposal to upgrade the facility was presented. Lisa Grant, manager of development and community services, presented a suggestion that the Village of Harrison Hot Springs apply for funding through the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure program. Given the short timeline to apply and the criteria listed for projects, Grant told council that staff had to think of projects that are “shelf-ready.” Staff also wanted to look at projects that would not require general revenue or borrowing for the village’s half of the total project cost. A bandstand revitalization project fit the bill. The bandstand is a large, open-air structure on the beachfront at the intersection of Esplanade Ave. and Maple Street. According to the staff report, the bandstand project was planned in concept as part of phase 2 of the Esplanade Avenue streetS! RIRDFAAROYID KE)AYS! F E K EA KE) OY OK KK ARAARTOA RAC CK KATREAR KK STAR R TRA YS

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scape improvement project. The bandstand has “functioned well over the years,” Grant writes in the report, but adds that improvements will provide a “greater sense of place and act as an anchor on the waterfront.” The proposed improvements were estimated to cost $148,000, with the village’s $74,000 to be covered by Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) funds. Councillor Sonja Reyerse was first to react. “I feel like we’re throwing good money after bad,” she said. The bandstand, as an outdoor structure, is only usable two to four months a year, and the village already has a separate bandstand (at the intersection of Hot Springs Road and Esplanade Ave.) not being utilized, Reyerse added. She remarked that if the $74,000 was put towards something like a Sasquatch museum, it would be money better spent as it would give visitors a year-round activity. Councillor John Buckley was next, saying the bandstand is not really functional, it faces the wrong

way and does not provide “good seats” for attendees that don’t get there first. “I’m not in favour of spending a nickel on it,” said Buckley. Councillor John Hansen echoed Reyerse’s statements, and Councillor Samantha Piper questioned why the village would consider upgrading a new facility instead of projects like the docks that are in “dire need” of repairs. Mayor Leo Facio proposed the Village put in the application for the bandstand upgrade, then suggest “re-scoping” for a different project after they have applied. Hansen agreed with Facio’s proposal, saying if the Village gets the grant and asks to re-scope but is denied, they have not lost anything through the process. Reyerse said to go ahead with applying, but if the grant is awarded to the village, she has no intention of supporting the bandstand project. Council voted in favour to apply for the funding, with the understanding they would suggest a different project if the grant is approved.

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LNG progress

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Rich Coleman’s hard work is starting to pay off. The minister of natural gas development and deputy premier, has spent a great deal of his time over the past two years on the liquefied natural gas “file.” This initiative, promised by Premer Christy Clark during the 2013 election campaign, was supposed to pump a great deal of money into the B.C. economy by opening up new natural gas markets, at a time when the traditional B.C. natural gas market in the United States began to dry up. While Clark promised a debt-free B.C. and a “prosperity fund” modelled on Alberta’s heritage fund, it is likely that LNG will not be quite that lucrative. For one thing, the prices that Asian customers are willing to pay aren’t as high as projected two years ago, For another, there are many other sources of natural gas, including Russia. China has already made an agreement with Russia to buy large quantities of its production. Nonetheless, the announcement Friday by Petronas, the large Malaysian company, that it is ready to invest in an LNG plant near Prince Rupert is a huge step forward. Petronas has long been seen as the proponent most likely to go ahead with building a plant. It has a number of customers lined up, and already owns natural gas wells in the B.C. northeast. Petronas said that the B.C. government needs to adopt as legislation the reduced royalty rates it has already verbally agreed to. That will take place in a legislative session in July. An environmental assessment process must also be completed to everyone’s satisfaction. The Lax Kw’alaams First Nation has already voted against the Petronas plant, over fears that construction will damage sensitive rearing areas for young salmon near the mouth of the Skeena River. Coleman said he believes these concerns can be dealt with, but this may prove to be a very major hurdle. Coleman has proved adept at meeting all kinds of people in his quest to bring a large LNG plant online. If he can work out an arrangement with the Lax Kw’alaams, the plant will almost certainly be built, and a new era of jobs and economic development will begin.

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Tom Fletcher Victoria – I’ve just spent two weeks viewing events from the opposite side of Canada, in and around St. John’s Newfoundland. It’s the same country, but you wouldn’t know it sometimes. Here on the West Coast, “kayaktivists” paddled around a Shell offshore oil drilling platform being serviced at Seattle, striking poses of resistance for the media from their petroleum-based watercraft. Meanwhile at Bull Arm outside St. John’s, work continues on a massive “gravity-based structure” that will soon be drilling into the Hebron oilfield 350 km offshore. It will have living quarters and drill rig above and a tank with capacity for 1.2 million barrels of crude below. Offshore oil has turned St.

John’s into a boomtown. With one industrial park nearing capacity on the edge of town, a second is under construction. Locals call it “Dannyland,” after its developer, former premier Danny Williams. St. John’s Airport is buzzing with flights back and forth to Edmonton and Fort McMurray, and crew helicopters shuttling back and forth from offshore oil rigs. Tourism is picking up, with a new crossCanada ad campaign and WestJet starting service to Dublin and London. A foreign supplier won a contract for tankers to bring oil ashore. With no media-connected environmental groups to steer the subject to farfetched disaster scenarios, debate in the Newfoundland and Labrador legislature turned to concerns about maintaining local employment. Outside the city, parallels with B.C. become evident. Tiny towns struggle to hang on as young people choose opportunity over isolation, and the only expansion is at church graveyards. While cities struggle

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hydroelectric dam at Muskrat Falls is under construction. Its $8 billion estimated price tag is in the same range as BC Hydro’s Site C project on the Peace River, which will part a sea of protesters and lawyers and move ahead this summer. Nalcor Energy, Newfoundland’s electrical utility, is dipping into contingencies in an effort to keep it on time and

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on budget. Here on the Left Coast, enviros and the Green Party rail against hydro as well as oil and gas, and of course you can’t even mention nuclear. Climate activism proceeds in a logical vacuum in these parts, as it often does in Europe. Prime Minister Stephen Harper signed on to a farcical “carbon free in 85 years” pledge at the G7 meeting in Germany. But hey, it’s an election year, not a time for serious discussion of issues. Imperial Oil’s Kearl oilsands mine at Fort McMurray has started production from its $9 billion second phase, with the help of many Newfoundlanders. Production continues to grow, heavy oil prices have surged with paving season, and large-scale liquefied natural gas export plans begin to take shape in B.C. With the legislature about to be recalled to endorse the Petronasled LNG export project, Premier Christy Clark has assembled a climate action team with OFFICE HOURS Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sat., Sun., & Mon.

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‘Freeloaders’ and paying tourists

In response to a letter by Jim Vandenborn in the Observer, June 18, 2015. I was appalled by your letter basically calling everyone who visits this tourist town of Harrison Hot Springs freeloaders. How is it you know that these people are in fact freeloaders? How can you tell which are paying tourists and which are freeloaders? Maybe you haven’t realized that many visitors that come to Harrison

may visit several times a year and on one visit be a freeloader having a picnic and on another visit going for dinner or even staying in a hotel. The answer is that you don’t know, sir. If you thought you were adding your backing for pay parking, think again. You just showed me in living colour that this is the very reason why there should be no pay parking in this town and do you know why?

Supreme Court goes too far Are Supreme Court judges stepping over their judicial limitations? Never before in the history of Canada has any Supreme Court judge been able to declare any drug safe for medicinal purposes without the formal authorization to market or distribute a medicine without a notice of compliance issued by Health Canada. The recent approval by the Supreme Court of the marijuana drug sales without the approval of Health Canada is a strange phenomenon indeed. It strikes me more like a democratic dictatorship then anything else. Is there anyone who holds these judges accountable? How? One can only wonder, just who runs the country? The government or the Supreme Court judges? Gertie Pool

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Because in your letter you maligned all the visitors to Harrison because you are only thinking of yourself. Harrison is and will always be a tourist town with restaurants, motels, hotels, resort, shops and freeloaders as you call them. I just hope your letter hasn’t offended too many freeloader/tourists. Mark Garside Ex Business Owner in Harrison Agassiz

Rescuers thanked Thank you to the Kent Harrison Search and Rescue team for all their hard work. In 2010, you rescued my brother and his wife and had to rescue my other brother Derek who had passed away. This weekend, you were there to rescue my husband Stan, daughter Danica, Son Atlee and granddaughters Hailee and Lilee, and of course our puppy Peaches too. (see story, page 3). Thank you for your dedication, hard work and for everything you do. You help save lives as well as help people who are simply in more deep than they can handle. I’m proud to call the KHSAR team my superheroes in so many more ways than one. Thank you for everything and all that you do. The Fox Family

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Family Parenting Place returns to Friendship House Agassiz-Harrison Community Services (AHCS) is pleased to announce that Family Parenting Place programming will resume at the Friendship House (7272 Morrow Road, Agassiz) on Monday, June 22. The Family Parenting Place drop-in program operates Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30-1 p.m. and the Better Beginnings program is on Tuesday from 10-1 p.m.

AHCS would like to thank St. Anthony’s of Padua Catholic Church for accommodating our programs for the past number of weeks while repairs could be completed at Family Parenting Place. Agassiz-Harrison Community Services is also excited to share that the new Saturday drop-in program at Family Parenting Place will begin on Saturday, June 27

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games you lose, you learn the most from,” she told students. “You don’t U.S. soccer champion Lori Lindsey have to get down. You can take a look visited students at Sts’ailes, to give at the areas for improvement.” them some tips on and off the field for She shared that soccer has made a success in soccer, and in life. difference in her life, from learning The June 17 event began with a how to work in a group to developing presentation from students and staff lifelong friendships. And, after at Sts’ailes Community School, and her retirement from an impressive a message by Chief Harvey Paul. He career at the professional level, she encouraged them to has an established always ask questions. commitment to “Always be curious. “The biggest thing is fitness that has Keep asking questions. carried on. this: The games you You’ll always learn,” he “I’ve learned how said. to create a healthy lose, you learn the The students took lifestyle for myself, most from” Paul’s advice to heart. to stay healthy and They asked Lindsey active.” about everything from The event was coLori Lindsey how long she could ordinated by the U.S. juggle a ball (her record consulate, to help was 1,600), to how she build connections was selected to be on between the United States and the U.S. team. They learned that she is Canada. Sts’ailes was the only Fraser 35 years old, is from Indiana but lives Valley site chosen for this outreach in Washington, D.C. and that her last year in the professional soccer league program, with one more happening (2014), she probably played 50 games. in Vancouver. “We believe sports diplomacy is one Lindsey’s career spanned 13 years in of the commonalities between our professional soccer, including on the nations, ” explains Glenda Ainsworth, U.S. team for the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where they took second public affairs advisor with the U.S. Consulate General. place overall. Ainsworth says sports such as soccer The students listened politely as Lindsey recounted her early years in provide an opportunity for friendly soccer and the hard work it took to competition between our nations, make it to the professional level of but also unites us in our common women’s soccer. When asked what interests. And naturally, with the FIFA her most challenging game was, she World Cup on now, it was an optimal shared it was the 2011 final game time to bring someone like Lindsey into Canadian communities to help against Japan for the World Cup. “It was exhausting,” she recalls. build connections. Following the question and answer “60,000 plus fans. Exhausting period, the students, ranging from emotionally and physically.” She says the best country she ever grades 4-12, had a chance to play some played in was Brazil, with its citizens soccer under Lindsey’s supervision. full of passion for the sport and their The MVA’s from each team were given commemorative t-shirts that Lindsey teams. offered to autograph for lucky young Her advice to students? “The biggest thing is this: The fans.

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Sasquatch Days takes place in Harrison Hot Springs June 27-28.

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Days includes war canoe races with teams coming from as far afield as Vancouver Island and Washington state. Attendees can watch the races along Harrison Lake's shorefront while munching on homemade bannock. Salmon caught fresh in our waters will be on the open-flame barbecue both afternoons. Also on the itinerary are medicine walks, artisan activity tables

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and opportunities for sharing of cultures. This is an intercultural event, highlighting the connection between the Sts'ailes people and the village of Harrison Hot Springs. "It's a strong cultural event," explains Erin Goosen, visitor services and events co-ordinator at Tourism Harrison. "It's believed that the Harrison area is the birthplace of the Sasquatch, and it's very prominent in Sts'ailes culture." Sasquatch Days is a joint partnership between the Village of Harrison Hot Springs and the community of Sts'ailes. Sts'ailes Chief Harvey Paul says they are glad to welcome guests to their traditional territory for this special event.

"It is a wonderful thing to see the sharing of culture and traditions this way," says Chief Paul. "We are proud to showcase the rich heritage and customs of our people at Sasquatch Days." The kickoff begins Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. with a short procession to the Harrison Lake Plaza. There will be a welcoming ceremony at 10 a.m. by representatives of Sts'ailes and Harrison. Goosen estimates 200 to 300 participants come out for the canoe races each year, with another 2,000 to 3,000 spectators. Sasquatch Days takes place this Saturday from 9:30 to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9:30 to 3 p.m. For more information, see www. tourismharrison.com

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Time to discover your community This is a feature you’ll want to hang onto. Stick it in that handy spot where you keep the takeout menus and pens, or tack it on the family bulletin board. Inside these pages is a guide to all that goes into making this such a great place to live, work and play. Discover is a community guide. Sure, we don’t mind if tourists grab a copy to browse, but we hope to help locals discover a little more about the place you call home.Did you know we have organized walking and hiking groups? See page 13 for our sports listings and to get in touch with the people who can tell you what you want to know about meeting up for a friendly walk or a vigorous climb. If hiking is not your thing, maybe you have an instrument collecting dust in the basement. Wipe off the cobwebs and come join a jam session at Friendship House! See page 14 for those details or to check out other ways to express your artistic self. People might think that in a small community, there’s nothing to do. But I’d say one glance at this guide and you’ll be wondering how you’ll ever find the time to fit it all in! Sign up for swimming, volunteer, check out the local art. There’s no shortage of ways to spend your time all within the Agassiz / Harrison area. Lorene Keitch Editor

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Discover your sporty side We’re just going to come out and say it. There is no excuse to sit around. There’s an active choice for everyone, with plenty of organized sports, groups and fitness opportunities. With With the amount of facilities and special interest groups we have, there’s sure to be something for you too! Agassiz-Harrison Aquanauts Swim Club • For swimmers of all ages. Contact Anne at 604-796-8458.

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bootcamps, yoga and more. Visit them at 6660 Pioneer Avenue. Centennial Park • Featuring a skate park, a playground, soccer pitches, baseball fields, and a walking trail, Centennial Park is a great place for any family to stretch their legs. Located at 6660 Pioneer Avenue in Agassiz. Ferny Coombe Pool • Fun and fitness in the summer months!

Harrison Hikers • There is a group for every style of hiker, or walker, in this fun and fit group. For more information on local groups and popular hikes, phone Ken at 604491-5540.

Agassiz Speedway • The hottest ticket in town is a noisy little place, tucked away in a quiet, idyllic corner. Check out their schedule online for race times and special events, at www.agassizspeedway. com, for events.

Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club • Season runs from March to October and they’re always looking for new paddlers. 604-799-8464 or visit www. fraservalleydragonboatclub.com.

Community Recreation & Cultural Centre • An expansion project opened up a whole new set of opportunities for fitness and fun. Tennis, pickleball, dance,

Golf • Not one for revving an engine? Grab your clubs and head for the greens. Each course has its own, unique appeal.

HARRISON YACHT CLUB • This is a non-profit organization formed for the purposes of promoting safe boating on Harrison Lake. The HYC operates on land formerly occupied by the BC Forest Service and provided by the Village of Harrison Hot Springs.

Tennis Club • Drop-in tennis at 8 a.m. daily at the Spring Park tennis complex. FMI call John Allen at 604-796-9117. Water play • Be a tourist for at least one day this summer.f the Harrison Resort. For ideas on how to be a tourist in your own town, visit Tourism Harrison online at www. tourismharrison.com. Wednesday Walkers • Easy hiking every Wednesday. FMI call Eleanor 604-795-0076.

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Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce Providing a united voice in matters relating to business and networking opportunities among businesses, as well as benefits such as: • Free basic listing on the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Harrison (tourism related businesses) websites • Discounts on advertising in the Harrison Visitors Guide and the Agassiz Harrison Observer • Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan • Low merchant Visa, Mastercard and Interact rates • Staples Advantage program For info on becoming a member info@harrison.ca or www.harrison.ca

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Discover your creative side Art galleries, exhibitions, groups and gatherings that call to our creative selves abound in this region. From stain-glass windowed church halls to scenic gallery spaces, there’s a placefor creativity to flourish. Agassiz Monday Painters

• Meet fellow artists in the Agassiz United Church hall. Every Monday, 11-3 p.m. Harrison Festival Society • This group is responsible for year round concerts in Harrison Memorial Hall, and the internationally-known

Harrison Festival of the Arts every summer. Visit www. harrisonfestival.com

Experience Summer Fun in our Outdoor Pool! Ferny Coombe Pool 6820 Pioneer Avenue Call 604-796-2451 for public swim times times.

Jam Session • Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 7-10:30 p.m. by donation. Everyone welcome. Friendship House, 7272 Morrow Road, Agassiz. Kent Harrison Art Council • A not for profit arts and cultural organization. Visit kentharrisonartscouncil.com for more information Knitting / Crochet Sisters Group • Projects for worthy causes. Contact Alice at 604-

796-3060. Ranger Station Art Gallery • This local art gallery situated on the shores of Harrison Lake features monthly shows by area artists, at 98 Rockwell Drive. Ruby Creek Art Gallery • An abundance of First Nation art work and history. Located at 58611 Lougheed Highway Stitch “n” Rip • Every Tuesday from 9-1 p.m. at the Harrison Mills Hall. Come with any unfinished sewing, stitching, knitting projects etc. FMI call Kim at 604-796-2336.

Open House & Family Dance Come see what we’re all about!

Saturday, June 27th at the Agassiz Legion 1846 #9 Highway Open House – 9am to 3pm Dance – 6pm to 10pm

Seeking fresh horizons for commerce? Set up shop in Harrison Hot Springs, where the business climate is refreshing, too! Our community supports investment and promotes a diverse economy. We’re also making it easier to do business here by reducing paperwork and regulations.

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Harrison Hot Springs, where lifestyle meets balance. To learn more about the Village of Harrison Hot Springs visit: www.harrisonhotsprings.ca or call 604-796-2171

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Discover your youthful side It’s great to be a kid, especially if you happen to live here. There’s the Fall Fair and Children’s Day at the Harrison Festival of the Arts. The Community Recreation & Cultural Centre has programing for all age ranges, with special events for kids throughout the year. Don’t forget the endless opportunities for play and adventure on local trails, playgrounds and parks. Picturesque downtown Pioneer Park or adventurous Spring Park beckon for outdoor play. So grab the kids, point yourself in any direction and you’ll find family fun nearby!

Agassiz / Harrison Family Parenting Place • Meet friends, old and new! Parents / caregivers with their children 0-6 are welcome. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-1 p.m.7272 Morrow Road. FMI call 604-796-0313. Agassiz Rainbow 4-H Club • Youth learn animal care, public speaking, special skills and more. Contact Ken at 604-7969603.

Better Beginnings • Pre/ postnatal education, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tuesdays, 10-1 p.m., 7272 Agassiz Library • There is Morrow Rd. For more always something happening information, call 604-796-0313. at the Agassiz Library for kids. During this summer there are Coffee break / story hour • A story times, build it workshops weekly Bible Study for ladies and more. Check out www.fvrl. & children, 0-5. Wednesdays, bc.ca for upcoming events! 9:30 a.m. Agassiz Christian Reformed Church.

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Canada Day in the District of Kent is a family affair. All are invited to celebrate Wednesday, July 1 with annual favourites and a couple new features. The day’s festivities begin with the annual pancake breakfast at the Royal Canadian Legion. Bring your appetite and a donation for a flapjack stack to kick off the day. The formal portion starts at 11 a.m. in beautiful Pioneer Park. Presentations by the mayor, the Royal Canadian Legion Colour Guard and the Cadet Corp along with the Harrison Highland Pipe Band and a parade of flags. O Canada will be performed by musicians and singers from Cadenza Music and the Music Pup program. Cake and music by the Foot Tappers band will add a celebratory flair to the festivities, and activities throughout the day will keep you entertained. Face painting, a giant inflatable bouncer and old fashioned children’s games will make the kids grin with joy while parents can browse the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market and grab a bite to eat from the on-site food vendors. Kristen Patrice, recreation programmer with the District of Kent, says in honour of it being the 50th anniversary of the Canada Flag, they will have an opportunity for attendees to decorate their own flag. “It can represent your own culture, your community, yourself - whatever you would like,” says Patrice. “The beauty of this project is that we will use the flags as decoration for future Canada days to come.” Back by popular demand from last year will be “Wipe Out,” a competitive activity, and new this year will be a Survivor Obstacle course. As always, Pioneer Ave. will be closed to vehicles for the festivities. Following Pioneer Park’s event, ending at 1 p.m., the Ferny Coombe Pool will be open for a free afternoon swim, from 1-4 p.m. There will be games, contests and a ‘most patriotic swimmer’ prize.

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Food, Fun, Fami CANADA DAY IN HARRISON HOT SPRINGS Lorene Keitch

If you have ever been in Harrison Hot Springs for Canada Day, you know you’re going to have a great time! This village knows how to put on a party worthy of commemorating our great country’s anniversary. Get your day started with a pancake breakfast at the Harrison Fire Hall. This annual event, which runs from 8:30 to 10 a.m., brings Harrison residents together for a chance to visit, catch up with the local firefighters and eat a delicious breakfast. Apart from the pancakes, you can also ride in a shiny red firetruck, and there may be appearances from the elusive sasquatch if you keep your eyes peeled. Now that your’e fueled up, you’re ready to either participate in or watch the Pet Parade. That’s right, it’s time for our furry friends to shine. To commemorate the

50th anniversary of our noble flag, each dog, cat or creature who calls your house home, needs to display or personify the flag in some form or another. Gather at 10:30 a.m. at St. Alice Hall, then the parade begins at 11 a.m. There will be judging at the plaza on Esplanade Ave., with prizes and certificates. Formal presentations for Canada Day include an official welcome by Mayor Leo Facio and Sts’ailes Chief Harvey Paul. There will be a wonderful cultural display of dancing by the Sts’ailes Sasquatch Dancers.

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ily & Fireworks RCMP will raise the flag at 12 p.m. in the plaza. This year marks the 50th anniversary of our treasured Maple Leaf flag so it will be a special time for all us true north strong and free citizens. Everyone can join in with pride as sisters Avianna and Madayln sing O Canada, followed by the cake for all. Throughout the afternoon there will be events for party goers, including the John Walsh Band from 1 to 2:30 in the plaza. Near Memorial Hall and the playground will be children’s games on the beachfront from 1-3:30. There will be old-fashioned children’s games and a bouncy castle! The annual Canada Day parade from 5-6 p.m. Come cheer on the local entrants and enjoy the show. The route starts at Walnut Ave. down Hot Springs Road, left onto Lilllooet Ave., right on St. Alice and then a right on Esplanade Ave. along the scenic waterfront road. The evening events include the Rockwell band from 7-10 p.m. in the plaza, ending

the day with a spectacular fireworks show from 10-10:30 p.m. Fireworks always has a big turnout, so get there early to grab a front-row view on the beach. Organizers share that Canada Day showcases the best of Harrison and promises to be a wonderful event. “It’s a small town feel with a big heart,” says Erin Goosen, visitor services and events coordinator at Tourism Harrison. For more information, see www. tourismharrison.com

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ACES: Actively Creating an Exceptional Society hosts their 3rd annual Art & Garden Tour, Saturday, June 27. The event, which is a fundraiser for ACES, showcases beautiful gardens and the studios of amazing artists and artisans from Deroche to Mount Woodside. With an ACES Art & Garden Passport take a self-guided tour behind the scenes as artists show their work and visit some of the area's most unique gardens. The tour is followed by a lively reception at Woodside Gallery. From the west side the tour kicks off with the Fraser Valley Rose Farm. Lovers of roses and plants of all kinds, Jason and Lisa moved here four years ago. See what they’ve accomplished so far and learn about their inspired vision for the future of this 3 acre property. Be sure to say hi to Hopscotch, the resident bunny. Bayview Gallery has lots to offer the art lover. This charming gallery showcases the work of artists Betty Block and Johanna Richards. Folk art, paintings and other unique pieces are on display at this picturesque setting. You won’t have trouble finding No Frill Mr. Bill on the tour as the neighbourhood legend’s larger than life custom hand painted graphics grab your attention. Rumour has it that a backyard gallery is in the works. Bring your camera as the taking and sharing of photos is welcomed and encouraged. And no tour would be complete without a visit to Marco and Elizabeth. Come and see what’s growing this year in Marco and Liz’s garden. Abundance will definitely abound as these folks really know how to grow veggies! They grow lots and put away enough to last them throughout the year. Here’s an opportunity to get some good tips on growing and preserving. Only a sampling of the 11 stops on a lovely ramble along the Scenic 7. ACES, a non-profit group based in the Fraser Valley, advocates and educates on sustainability, the environment, offers community events and presents the annual Rivers of Peace Eco-Arts Festival, September 25 and 26, celebrating the life-giving waters of the Harrison Salmon Stronghold through arts and advocacy. The tea, trests, garden and gallery reception happens from 4-6 p.m. at Woodside Gallery, 2226 Lougheed Hwy. Art & Garden Tour passports are $10 for an individual passport or $15 for two people and available locally at Agassiz Produce 7266 Pioneer Street. The tour is followed by a tea reception at Woodside Gallery. For info visit www.weareaces. org or email info@weareaces.org.

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• Heated units • Long term discounts • Security fenced • Electronic gate • Video surveillance 7651 Industrial Way Agassiz, BC • Ph: 1.604.796.5577 info@agassiz-all-storage.com • www.agassiz-all-storage.com

22 Agassiz Harrison Observer, Thursday, June 25, 2015

YOUR COMMUNITY YOUR CLASSIFIEDS Phone: 604.796.4300 Toll Free: 1.866.865.4460 email: classified@ahobserver.com COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 21

COMING EVENTS

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 104

ADULT CARE

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 115

EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

INFORMATION

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment.

Required to work 10-6pm shifts at seniors care facility located in Agassiz.

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking/Dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For Assistance: 1-844-4535372.

WE BUY HOMES BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

TRAVEL 74

TIMESHARE

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 102

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

Independent Living Worker/Housekeeper

Required at The Residences at Cheam Village located in Agassiz. Full-time position. If you have a real genuine interest in working with seniors, are energetic and enthusiastic and have a strong commitment to providing exceptional service in housekeeping, meal service and display excellent personal initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision. Please apply by resume to jklody@valleycare.info or fax to 604-796-1863

• Carpenters • Labourers Carpenters Required F/T for CWL

This position is part of the core office team in our Langley office and is a challenging admin. position requiring many different skill sets to deal with all aspects and components of the position. This position acts as a liaison between the Accounting dept. and the Sales/Shipping dept. with respect to the invoicing and inventory. Responsible for compliance with The Langley Concrete Group’s policies and procedures, timely and accurate invoicing, inputting of deposits, as well as inputting & monitoring of all documents, transactions and records impacting the Accounts Receivable system. The Accounts Receivable Clerk is expected to perform, in a timely and accurate manner, all tasks listed below while maintaining professionalism and confidentially in the performance of this important role in our Langley office environment. Qualifications and Position Requirements: • Preference will be given to candidates with Two plus years exp. in accounts receivable / collections and reception in a computerized accounting enviro. • Consistent, reliable attendance is req. in order to successfully perform & complete the essential job functions and duties of this position • Good knowledge of accounting principles is required Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today! MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with Canada’s top Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.

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CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr

DRIVER NEEDED

Experienced Lowbed and Super B Class 1 Driver required for local construction company. Email resume to: office@westbridgecorp.com

LANDSCAPING

Johnston’s Meat Processing Plant, located at 5828 Promontory Rd. in Chilliwack, BC, is looking for 6 experienced Meat Cutters for F/T, perm. positions. Mon-Fri, no weekends or nights. Wages $16.19 to $20.12/hour, approximately 40hrs per week. Other benefits as per Collective Agreement: Medical and Dental Benefits, Disability, Life insurance, Group Insurance, RRSP, Vision Care. Duties: Cut, trim & prepare standard cuts of meat; remove bones. Work in refrigerated area. Specific skills req’d: Knife skills, deboning and trimming beef and pork; Must have steel-toe safety boots. Apply to: Sandy Semaschuk E-mail: ssemaschuk @johnstons.ca Fax: 604-858-0090 In person: 5828 Promontory Road, Chilliwack BC, V2R 4M4

REQUIRED NOW PAY $12-15 PER HOUR Apply Weekdays Between 9AM to 2PM at: 118-713 Columbia St New West 604.522.4900

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EXPERIENCED POWERSPORT Mechanic required in Whitehorse, Yukon for ATV, snowmobiles, marine, etc. Let’s Talk! $25.00 + per hour DOE. Contact Chris, 867-6332627, checkeredflagrecreation.com or checkeredflag@northwestel.net.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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

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WORK WANTED

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Caregiver looking for position with elderly person or couple - Mature, experienced & dependable, willing to work in Agassiz, & Chilliwack area. Call Colleen: 604-997-4677

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

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HELP WANTED

329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

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

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

MOVING & STORAGE

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“We Are Growing Again”

We are an industry leader of building products, located in Surrey, and we are growing. Top notch warehouse worker / driver with a positive attitude with willingness to learn and ability to do heavy lifting is required for immediate start Monday-Friday. The team is hard working, the work environment is fast-paced with good people, and the benefits are excellent. If you have class 5 DL, are dedicated, have leadership ability and are looking for good solid employment send your resume & abstract: Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Running this ad for 10yrs

300

NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.344.1069

Driver / Warehouse Worker

Wholesale Meat Cutters

HOUSE CLEANERS/ JANITORS DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327

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

Contracting, Abby. Please e-mail:

HELP WANTED

136A JANITORIAL SERVICES

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VECTOR RENO’S

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Independent Living Worker/Housekeeper

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

New West 604.522.4900

Required at The Residences at Cheam Village located in Agassiz. Full time hours available. If you have a real genuine interest in working with seniors, are energetic and enthusiastic and have a strong commitment to providing exceptional service in housekeeping, meal service and display excellent personal initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision. Please apply by resume to: jklody@valleycare.info or fax to 604 796 1863

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Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

Accounts Receivable Clerk/Reception

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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

Excellent cooking and presentation skills required. Please send resume to mgregoire@valleycare.info

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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

Full-Time Cook 33

PERSONAL SERVICES

SALES

341

PRESSURE WASHING

----- PRESSURE WASHING ----- LICENSED & INSURED -- HOUSES START AT $150 -- CALL ANTHONY 778*228*6302 (qualityonly.ca) POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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SALES

Multi Media Sales The Langley Times has an opening for a Multi Media Sales position. By joining an award winning community newspaper serving Langley and Aldergrove, you can realize your full potential while contributing to one of the fastest growing communities in Canada. The team environment at The Langley Times will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. The ideal candidate will have to be a strong communicator, well organized, self-motivated, determined and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Your customer service will be second to none. You will be experienced in cold call selling, creative marketing planning and experienced with online and social media marketing You will also be proficient in Mac, Excel and Word programs. The Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines is a must. Competitive Base Salary, Commission, Cell and Car Allowance. A car and a valid drivers license is required.

Great Summer Employment at BC’s #1 Waterpark! POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN: t 8"5&3 4"'&5: NLS & BRONZE GUARDS t $00, t #"3*45" t 1"530FOR DETAILED LIST OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE PLEASE VISIT US AT:

http://www.cultus.com/contact-us/employment/

Great Work Environment! Great Hours! All Positions Start at $10.50/hr. Paid Training and Uniform Provided

The Langley Times is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Send your resume with cover letter by June 30th, 2015. If you are up to the challenge, please send your resume to: Kelly Myers Advertising Manager The Langley Times 20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4E6

Posting closes on Tuesday June 30th, 2015

TO APPLY email resume and cover letter indicating position being applied to as well as your most recent High School or Post Secondary education to:

info@cultus.com or fax 604.858.2934

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 362

SECURITY/ ALARM SYSTEMS

PETS 477

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

551

GARAGE SALES

Huge Flea Market Saturday June 27 10am-4pm

Tzeachten Hall 45855 Promontory Rd

Over 100 tables. Kids stuff, vintage treasures, clothes, collectibles, household, DVD’s, records, outdoor & farm market vendors & more. Becky’s Grill Food Truck. $2 admission.

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GARAGE SALES •

SILVER CREEK

63724 Walnut Dr. Sat., June 27 8am - 3pm Sun., June 28 9am - 2pm

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

• •

We Service all Makes

ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks & all others Medical & Fire Free* Alarm Systems 604-792-8055 / 854-8055

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VACUUMS

from $499 (Made in BC) Repairs & Service. We extend warranties to all makes. Vacuum needs a service every 5 years just like an oil change! 604-792-8055 / 854-8055

Take a ride in the country you wont want to miss this one.

PETS 477

PETS

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

June 25, 2015

ANSWERS

Sudoku

BELGIUM MALINOI dogs from very strong working line a 6/mo old & a 4/year old. Imported from Holland. $1500/each. Call 604-710-3884.

We are looking for a talented individual who is a strong communicator, well organized, self-motivated and enjoys working in a fastpaced environment. You must also be able to understand the challenges and rewards for working for a community newspaper while meeting daily and weekly deadlines. Responsibilities will include story and photo assignments as required for the newspaper as well as various special sections, in addition to maintaining content on the web and social media sites. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, sound news judgment, strong photography, InDesign and Photoshop skills and a valid driver’s licence with a reliable vehicle. Preference will be given to those with prior reporting experience or a diploma/degree in journalism. Please include a cover letter, resume, writing and photography samples as well as three current references. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send your resume by June 30th to: Jean Hincks Publisher Langley Times publisher@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.

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Your Community, Your Classiﬁeds. www.bcclassiﬁed.com

MANX (Bobtail) Kittens, born March 25, 2 males , charcoal grey with stripes, $75, Mission, 604-820-4827 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

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MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land and, Mines Act: Notice of Work and Reclamation Front Counter BC Nanaimo has accepted applications made by: George Armstrong of Armstrong Sand & Gravel Ltd of 3021 Sutherland Rd RR 1, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A1, on behalf of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), and the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM), Southwest Region, for a Crown Land Tenure Type - and Notice of Work and Reclamation Program for the purpose of mining Quarrying/ Sand and Gravel on Provincial Crown land near Location: Agassiz, Next to the site of Armstrong Sand and Gravel off Sutherland Road Area (Hectares): 2.32 +/- . BCGS Map sheet: 92H 021. Legal Description: That part of Section 33, Township 3, Range 29, W6M, NWD The ministry file numbers that have been established for this application are: Land (MFLNRO) File: 2411509 and, Notice of Work (MEM) File: 0700472.

MISC. FOR SALE

TRANSPORTATION 851

STEEL BUILDINGS...”OUR BIG 35TH ANNIVERSARY SALE” 20X20 $4500. 25X24 $5198. 30X30 $7449. 32X36 $8427. 40X46 $12140. One end Wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca.

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Huge collection of fishing gear, both vintage and newer rods, reels, lures, waders, camping & hunting. Vintage furniture, books & misc household & decor items, tools, crafts, clothes and much more.

The Langley Times, an award winning newspaper with Black Press is seeking a reporter/photographer to join its editorial team.

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

560

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Massive 2 family Garage Sale

Reporter/Photographer

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MISC. WANTED

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

RENTALS 703

ACREAGE

WANTED: Acreage to rent. Grassland preferred. 4 , 5 , 10 acres or more. Call 604-795-0150

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Agassiz - Bright 1 bdrm apt. in Woodside Terrace. L’dry in building. N/P, N/S. $575 + util & DD. Caretaker in building.Call: 604-702-8132

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe Manor

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

Spacious and bright

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

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HOMES FOR RENT

Lg. house with big grd. for rent on Hotspring road, Harrison Hotspring. $900/mth call: 604-683-6000.

TRANSPORTATION 838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

Wind River Recreational Vehicle 280 RLS Series. Can be seen at #6 - 14550 Morris Valley rd. Harrison Mills, River Reach Estate. Ph: 604-796-8449

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KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford 30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666 2005 DODGE NEON, auto 4 dr sedan, a/c. STK#701. $1,995. 2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,900 2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900. 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA, auto, fully loaded, 4 dr sedan. STP#699. Only! $5,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, full load. STK#672. This week only! $6,900. 2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan fully loaded, auto. ONLY THIS WEEK! STK#687. $6,900. 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA, 4 dr, sedan, fully loaded, auto. STK#697. $7,900. 2010 CHEV IMPALA 4 dr, sedan auto, fully loaded, STK#705. $8,900. 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 passenger STK#428. $13,900. 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 1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $2,900. 2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7psgr, loaded STK#525 $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. 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

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

MARINE 912

Any person affected by or interested in this program has 30 days to make a written representation to the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Energy and Mines, Southwest Region, PO Box 9395 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria BC, V8W 9M9, or email to: SouthwestMinesDivision@gov.bc.ca, with a written copy addressed to: Attention: George Armstrong of Armstrong Sand & Gravel Ltd 52405 Yale Road East Rosedale B.C. V0X 1X1 To view information regarding the Land Act application, please visit our website at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp Search by inserting Lands File Number: 2411509. The Notice of Work will be available for viewing at: The Agassiz Public Library located at: 7140 Cheam Ave, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.

The Scrapper

TRUCKS & VANS

BOATS

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SUMMER CLEARANCE SALE! Payton & Buckle FINE FOOTWEAR

45930 Wellington Ave Downtown Chilliwack 604.792.2375

6/15F_PB19

102 - 32883 S. Fraser Way Abbotsford next to KFC 604.859.2330

380-19800 Lougheed Hwy Pitt Meadows 604.457.3375

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