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Members and visitors of the Chilliwack Free Reformed Church sort through thousands of recyclable items during the Voice of Hope fundraiser at the church on Saturday. The breakfast, bake sale, and bottle drive event raised $5,200 for widows and orphans in Kenya. The event was so successful that they sold out of their homemade stroopwafels. The traditional Dutch cookies will be made again on July 22, and those wishing to place an order for a package of stroopwafels can email Mary Anne Westeringh at m_westeringh@hotmail.com. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
Chilliwack braces for heat wave Jessica Peters The Progress Chilliwack is heading into an extended stretch of hot, dry weather, with temperatures forecasted well over 30 degrees. While there may be a few showers today, Wednesday, the numbers will steadily climb into the weekend. Environment Canada is forecasting a peak of 34 degrees on Sunday, while The Weather Network is forecasting 36 degrees that day, with the notation “feels like 39.” Either way, the weather is going to be hot enough to cause many in the Fraser Valley to seek relief. Extreme temperatures can cause heat-related illnesses, says
Fraser Health. Symptoms to watch for include thirst, dizziness, confusion, weakness, fainting and collapsing. Heat-related illnesses can also lead to death, the health authority adds. People considered at risk are seniors and infants, and those with heart, lung and kidney conditions. People living alone and unable to leave the house are considered more at risk, and FHA reminds everyone to check on elderly friends and family regularly. Some tips to stay cool include staying hydrated by drinking water before thirst sets in, spending at least several hours a day in air conditioned facilities such as shopping centres, libraries, or community centres. Fraser Health
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Leaving the car windows slightly open or “cracked” will not keep the inside of the vehicle at a safe temperature. This hot weather trend is expected to continue right through to July 7, with only scant precipitation. Sun exposure can lead to skin cancer, the most common cancer in Canada. The Canadian Cancer Society advises everyone to reduce sun exposure, seek out or create shade, wear light, loose clothing that covers your arms and legs, wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses, and sun screen. The sun’s rays are the strongest between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., and children’s outdoor activities should be scheduled outside that time.
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Hot, dry weather hands farmers a challenge Jessica Peters The Progress Summer may have officially started on Sunday, but a hot, dry spring has already had an effect on many Fraser Valley farmers and their crops. Mary Forstbauer and her family grow a multitude of organic crops, in the field and in hoop houses at their farm on Prairie Central Road. As seasoned, experienced farmers, they have a slight edge over the casual backyard grower. But there are some things that are beyond anyone’s control, she says. Dry, hot weather has led to very early harvest times for perennials, like berries and tree fruits. And it’s important for farm market consumers to know that these early times are driven entirely by the weather. “For example, strawberry season should just be starting now and it’s already done,” she says. So anyone who is hoping to find large amounts of fresh berries for their annual jam or pie making, is probably going to be out of luck. And that also spells trouble for farmers, as the processors who normally buy large amounts of produce aren’t always ready so early. Many perennial crops are a full month and a half ahead of schedule, she explains. Cherry season is already here, also early, and the same goes for raspberries. “It’s not the fault of the farmer,” she explains. “That’s a part of farming and part of what we expect. We work with nature and use nature as much as we can to our advantage.”
A parched cornfield near Evans Road in Chilliwack gets welcome relief from irrigation.
On the flip side, spring crops can also be damaged by too much rain, which leads to fungus. That luckily wasn’t an issue this spring, although irrigation became even more important. While the perennial crops are vulnerable to weather fluctuations, farmers can control their annual planting. And for the Forstbauers, that will be kept to schedule. “Our annual crops are on target and that’s because you sort of plan according to scheduling to what you’ve done in past years,” she says.
She’s also been watching for a cloud burst, but not for the reasons one would think. While rain would welcome, too much rain can be devastating on desert-dry ground. “Look at what happened in Cache Creek. There could be some unexpected flooding, because the ground can only absorb as much as it can absorb,” she says. “When the ground is so dry it doesn’t have a chance to soak in.” While crop farmers are working hard to find ways to stay profitable, technology advancements mean that not all farmers are feeling the
summer blues, yet. “It’s a little early for this kind of weather,” says Walter Dyck, chair of the Chilliwack Agricultural Commission. “But we can take it anytime, it really doesn’t matter because we have cooling systems in the building.” Dyck is a chicken farmer, and uses a system called evaporative cooling. It’s been used in the area for at least five years, he says, and more and more chicken farmers are are equipping their barns. “Not everybody has evaporative cooling,” he says. “But more peo-
ple are going to that system, and it’s a good thing. It’s a wonderful thing, but it’s expensive.” Evaporative cooling means that chickens can stay a comfortable temperature, even in scorching summer heat waves such as the one we’re currently going into. The process works by drawing air through water that’s dripping through a screen. And much like with an old swamp cooler, the evaporation cools the air. But unlike a swamp cooler, the system is rigged with temperature controls and an alarm to notify the farmer if something breaks down. It means fewer sleepless nights, he says. “It used to be you were struggling if it got this hot,” he says. “You struggled, you didn’t sleep. But not everybody has alarms that ring your phone.” Again, it’s a different story for farmers dealing with outdoor elements. Corn is one of Chilliwack’s most well-known summer crop. And the start of the season is always marked by the arrival of the green and yellow roadside corn barns. While that’s generally later in the summer, Sparks Corn Barn is already announcing that corn could be as early as the first week of July. At the end of the day, Forstbauer has a sunny outlook toward the weather, and a reminder for other growers. “We have to remember to be grateful for the weather we have and be careful what you wish for,” Forstbauer says. jpeters@theprogress.com
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Paramedics and firefighters care for a woman who was struck as she pulled out of the parking lot near Superstore on Luckakuck Way Friday. GREG KNILL/ PROGRESS
Crash sends woman to hospital A woman had to be cut from her car Friday afternoon following a collision along Luckakuck Way near Superstore. The woman had just pulled out of the parking lot to turn left when a southbound vehicle slammed into her driver’s side door. The driver of the second car, a yellow Volkswagen Beetle, said she was in the lefthand lane as she approached the parking lot. A vehicle in the right lane had just passed her when a blue Toyota Yaris pulled out in front of her, leaving her no time to stop.
The impact of the collision crushed the front left quarter-panel of the Yaris and crumpled the driver’s side door, pinning the woman inside. Chilliwack firefighters used the Jaws of Life to remove both doors and the centre column to free the woman. With the assistance of paramedics, she was able get out of the vehicle under her own power. She was taken to hospital by BC Ambulance Service. The driver of the second vehicle said she was uninjured.
Bears in Marble Hill, cougars in Sardis and coyotes on Promontory. Those are just some of the human-wildlife conflicts reported locally this spring, out of 212 sightings in the Fraser Valley this year so far. Some of the animals were attracted to garbage or compost, while others were injured or aggressive, according to an online mapping tool provided by Wild Safe B.C. They’ve been mapping sightings for the public for the last three years. But the map goes beyond telling residents which animals are in their neighbourhood. It also teaches them how to reduce conflict, how to act when encountering certain animals, and how to remove attractants from their property. It’s called the Wildlife Alert Reporting Program, and is completely interactive and searchable for the entire province. The map gives a comprehensive look at human-wildlife conflicts, particularly in suburban neighourhoods that are in or near forested areas. Wild Safe B.C. reminds residents that as the weather warms up, and more humans are enjoying the outdoors, more conflicts are bound to arise. Rebecca McMurray is the community coordinator for the Fraser Valley Regional District, working with the help of ambassadors Haily Deptuck and Gavin Noa. They’ll be popping up at special events throughout the summer to remind residents how to avoid conflicts with animals, with the intention of keeping neigh-
bourhoods safe as well as local wildlife. Thirty-six of the 212 reported sightings earlier this year were related to garbage. They advise residents to keep garbage inside or secured until the day of collection. Garbage is the number one attractant cited in reports to the provincial hotline. But untended fruit trees with food rotting at the base is also a major attractant for black bears. Garbage-habituated bears are often put down, as they will continue to come into residential areas for an easy meal. For tips on reducing conflicts with local wildlife, visit wildsafebc.com. Questions about attractant management can be sent to 604-7025005 or by email to fvrd@wildsafebc.com. Immediate wildlife concerns should be reported to RAPP at 1-877-952-7277.
Wildlife Alert Reporting Program (W.A.R.P.) is an interactive and searchable for the Chilliwack area, or the entire province.
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Arleen Asi with Canadian Blood Services chats with donor Charlene Harwood during the June 8 clinic at Broadway Church. That day marked the start of National Blood Donor Week, but ironically only two-thirds of Chilliwack donors who booked appointments that day actually showed up to donate blood. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
blood donor, Penny Lett, who donated 125 times. That inaugural year, the goal was to collect 125 units of blood to match Pennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s donations. A whopping 420 units were collected. In 2014, the goal was 600 units, and 722 units of blood were collected. This year, the bar has been raised yet again with a goal of collecting 750 units of blood. During the seven summer blood donor clinics in Chilliwack, CBS is still in need of 628 donors to book appointments and, more importantly, to attend those appointments. Only 47 per cent of the summer appointments have been filled so far. The upcoming In Memory of Penny Lett blood clinic dates are: July 6, Aug. 3 and 31 at Broadway
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Trans Mountain benefits ‘not at all a bribe,’ says spokesperson Jennifer Feinberg The Progress WaterWealth Project wants the National Energy Board to ask Kinder Morgan to stop negotiating deals with communities along the proposed pipeline route that hinge on a positive outcome for the project, until a decision is made. WaterWealth, an intervenor in the NEB hearings on Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion Project, went so far as to request that the NEB void any deals that they have already inked. “It just doesn’t feel right,” said Ian Stephen, interim spokesperson for WaterWealth. It also brings into question the NEB hearing process, he said, if these deals are being made while the process is ongoing. They were happy to hear that City of Chilliwack turned down the offer to sign an MOU for $800,000 under the Community Benefits Program, noted Stephen. “We will be interested to hear what if anything the NEB has to say about this, and wonder if they were aware of these deals being made with communities that have standing in the
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hearings.” The $800,000 deal to offset the potential inconvenience of pipeline construction in Chilliwack, was turned down last month by Chilliwack city council. All five members of council voted to defer signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The money would have helped pay for a $1 million pedestrian bridge project under the Community Benefit Program, but it is now deferred until after NEB comes out with its decision about twinning the 60-year-old pipeline. Some labelled the benefits “a bribe,” while others questioned the timing of the offer before final routing is approved, and the idea that the Texas energy giant might leverage these approvals for its own gain. At least four pipeline communities have been approached about signing MOUs to participate in Trans Mountain’s Community Benefits Program: City of Chilliwack, an NEB commenter, and three communities with intervenor status; District of Clearwater, District of Hope, and City of Kamloops. The community benefits program is in no
way insappropriate. “No, it’s not at all a bribe,” countered Trans Mountain spokesperson Ali Hounsell. “It’s meant to trickle down to help the communities that will see disruptions.” The funds forthcoming after cities sign the MOUs are to acknowledge local construction impacts and inconvenience, should the pipeline work be approved. They’re “still hopeful” they can come to an agreement with City of Chilliwack, Hounsell pointed out. “It’s still on
the table and we hope to come to an agreement that works for them ultimately.” The original deadline was set for May 29. Trans Mountain filed a response to the WaterWealth request to stop negotiating the deals, taking the position that there is precedent for this type of program, and ultimately it’s up to the NEB board. It’s not a conflict to have these discussions, she underlined, nor is it in contravention with any procedures. “They won’t be
required to stop asking the tough questions, or holding our feet to the fire. “The process allows for that continued dialogue. We’re building relationships with communities and we expected to be asked the tough questions, either inside the NEB process or outside of it,” said Hounsell. Community benefit programs likes this are really in the “best interest” of the communities, she said. They formally recognize disruptions during pipeline con-
struction. During the period of time when heavy equipment is in town during the pipeline expansion phase, they could also do some of the work on these community projects, she said. That explains the timing, she said. “That’s why we’re looking at having those negotiations now, and having the agreements ready,” she said. “If we get the approval, we will still have ongoing discussions with the communities but we’ll be busy with
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water in by tanker truck from nearby hydrants. Firefighters from halls 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 were brought in to battle the blaze. They were eventually joined by an excavator that helped firefighters douse hotspots. Crews were able to contain the fire loss to the workshop and prevent it from spreading to adjacent buildings. There were no injuries. Cause of the fire was accidental, fire officials said.
A workshop at a Chilliwack mushroom farm was destroyed by fire Sunday afternoon. The blaze occurred at around 2:45 p.m. in the 6000 block on Blackburn Road in Greendale, sending a thick column of black smoke high into the afternoon sky. When firefighters arrived on scene, the one-storey workshop was already fully involved. Because of the rural location, crews had to ferry
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Chilliwack RCMP is requesting the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s help locating a missing woman. Layla Jane Coldwell, 20, was last seen June 11 in the area of Hodgins and Mary Streets. Coldwell is described as a Caucasian female, 160 cm (5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;3â&#x20AC;?), 59 kg (130 lbs), hazel eyes, brown hair and was last seen wearing black track pants, red tank top and red â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;flip flopsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Police are very concerned for Coldwellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well-being and believe she is in need of medical attention. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Coldwell is asked to contact Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611 or, should you wish to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
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and the two bodies recovered did not have PFDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on either. On Duongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;ridiculously talentedâ&#x20AC;? artist. One friend writes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was a stand-up man, as sensitive to art as he was to the people around him. Rest in peace, bud.â&#x20AC;? 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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The view of B.C. from the East Coast 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 petroleumbased 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 Tom picking up, with a FLETCHER new cross-Canada 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 far-fetched 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 with high housing and recreational property costs, homes in remote areas are going for a song. Up north in Labrador, a 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 on budget. Here on the Left Coast, enviros and the Green Party rail against
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Canada can do a better job In his June 19th letter to the editor, Michael Keyes was disturbed by Bono wanting Canada to pay more in world aid (Canada needs to help itself), but I doubt he was as disturbed as I was by his response. He talks about our aging population having to wait until the age of 67 to get old age security. Life expectancy in Canada is 82. Life expectancy in most of Africa is under 60, in some countries under 45. They wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ever be getting old age security. Mr. Keyes says that our police, fire and ambulance services are weak and our hospitals have ridiculous wait times. Canada has 3.4 hospital beds per 1000 people, not particularly good for
the developed world, but most of Africa has well under two. Ethiopia has 0.18. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disturbing. The unemployment rate in Canada was recorded by Stats Canada as 6.5 per cent for 2015. The 2014 rate reported by Stats South Africa was 24.3. The rate in Senegal reported for 2007 was 48 per cent. Bosnia and Herzegovina reported 44.3 per cent in 2013. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disturbing. According to CTV news, â&#x20AC;&#x153;U2 frontman Bono visited Parliament Hill on Monday, thanking Canadians for their contributions to global development and asking politicians to do more.â&#x20AC;? The point is that it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mat-
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ter if we pay almost half of what we earn in taxes, supporting our vast amount of infrastructure, NATO commitments, education, social services, etc. We still need to do better at home, but the big picture is that according to the UN Development Group â&#x20AC;&#x153;0.7 refers to the repeated commitment of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s governments to commit 0.7 per cent of richcountriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gross national product (GNP) to Official Development Assistance.â&#x20AC;? Canada signed on years ago, but in 2013 we only donated around 0.3 per cent. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disturbing. I agree with Bono.... We can do better.
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Nations students who will make an incredible difference in Canada if our racist society will allow  it. Bravo Taylor PaulSmith!  Your family must be so proud of
Stahl blasted for C-51 support I am appalled that MP Mark Strahl voted to pass Bill C-51. The Harper Government, along with all the Conservative and Liberal MPs, passed this law despite the objections of top privacy experts, former prime ministers and Supreme Court justices, and hundreds of thousands of Canadians. Like over 70 per cent of Canadians, I do not want sensitive private information about me
shared among government agencies with no oversight. This will be an election issue and I will be voting for the party that pledges to repeal this draconian legislation. I encourage Canadians to learn more about how we can work together to stop Secret Police Bill C-51 at: KillC51.ca Michael Hale, Chilliwack
Non-renewable resources hitting crisis point Non-renewable resources have become very popular, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not sustainable. It is guessed that within the next 100 years we will run out of oil, and then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have no other choice than to find a new main energy resource. We shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait until we have no choice to change, because oil extraction is ruining our environment. Multi-billion dollar corporations are fracking oil in areas around Canada and destroying peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back yards. When people canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even drink their own water I think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve hit a crisis point, and the government needs to do more to fix this. Methane and other harmful substances have been found in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tap water, which is associated with fracking chemicals. This is already a reality for many Canadians and people all around the world yet our government is allowing oil corporations to continue to frack.
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Enough of Super Dave It looks like the annoying, whining drone of a low-flying stunt plane has been replaced by an irritating, and equally annoying, self-serving newspaper article. (Blown engine forces Super Dave emergency landing, Chilliwack Progress, June 19.) The truth is that worldwide, only 11 out of the last 100 years of airshows have not had a stunt plane accident. How dare the pilot in the article endanger our citizens by flying a defective machine over them! Is this really what Chilliwack wants? Please, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s keep the serenity and safety of our skies peaceful, and pollution free. Enough of this story.
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This camp keeps the kids rocking Everywhere they go, the kids want to rock. Yukon-based rock band Speed Control is ready to offer a rock camp in Chilliwack cunningly titled, Rawk Camp! It’s an innovative and exciting class to help kids explore their creative and musical sides, with a high-octane and fun-filled week of musical adventure coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre next month. Running Aug. 24-28, the Rawk Camp takes young musicians of all ages to the next level of rock music performance. “The best part about Rawk Camp is that it’s so fun and awesome because whether the kids have experience or not, they’re going to be playing music by the end of the first day,” says Graeme Peters, guitarist and vocalist for Speed Control. “We encourage being loud and we encourage getting a little crazy, and as well as how to play music the kids get to learn the classic rock moves – the super guitar slides on your knees and everything!” Coming together around a shared love of music is what these camps are all about, and with the super-fun format of group classes, students will not only start their path to stardom, but develop skills in confidence and team-working, as Graeme reveals. “Seeing kids playing music together is one of the biggest motivators for teaching the Rawk Camps because it brings them closer together,” he added. Usually kids learn music through private lessons, where they’re playing on their own with an instructor, when the real goal of learning music is to play together and become a community. You know, Speed Control is a big team in this – we’re not a sports team but we’re a music team, and that’s way cooler! Getting that vibe going during the Rawk Camps is an awesome feeling.” This musical adventure will begin with free meet and greet
From Monday, August 24 to Friday August 28, Speed Control will offer “Rawk Camp “ – lessons catered for everybody from absolute beginner rockers to even coaching sessions for existing bands. GARY BREMNER PHOTO
with Speed Control for students and their parents on Sunday, Aug. 23 in the Rotary Hall Studio Theatre. Kids will get to hang out and chat with the band before the rocking fun begins! From Monday, Aug. 24 to Friday Aug. 28, Speed Control will offer lessons catered for everybody from absolute beginner rockers to even coaching sessions for existing bands. ‘Rawk Starts Here’ will begin with the goal of fostering a love of performance with other musicians and basic musical techniques, while ‘Rawk On Stage’ follows the same principle
but tackles more advanced techniques for students with a couple of years music experience. If you want a one-on-one dynamic to help unleash your inner rocker then that is available too, with Speed Control’s members’ offering solo classes on guitar, bass, and drums. Finally, if you’re already in a band and want to pick up some pointers on performing and arranging your songs, then Speed Control’s ‘Rawk Smarter, Rawk Harder’ coaching sessions will give you the skills to move from rehearsal room and to the road.
The entire week will conclude with Chilliwack Rawks, an explosive final showcase headlined by Speed Control in which participants will get to perform on stage. There really isn’t a more thrilling and dynamic way to dive into music! “For me Rawk Camp is just the best week ever – that’s exactly what I would call it!” says Graeme. “It’s challenging but it’s so much fun, too. There are always kids that have never played an instrument, and the ones that put up walls to make sure they don’t make a fool of themselves… but
then they see us making fools of ourselves and really relax and get into it. It’s great!” So to begin a journey to rock and roll superstardom, to build confidence in a fun and relaxed environment, or to just have a great time banging the drums and strumming the guitar, book a place on The Centre’s Rawk Camps. Check out The Centre website at chilliwackculturalcentre.com or pick up a class brochure for schedules and details. Finally, contact The Centre Box Office on 604-392-SHOW(7469) to get the kids registered.
Music and more returns to libraries July 8 Kaleidoscope of Get ready for some outdoor entertainment starting July 8 during the dog days of summer. Bring a chair, blanket, or picnic for another summer of great music and other fun stuff. Chilliwack Community Arts Council with the City of Chilliwack, Chilliwack Libraries, Chilliwack Academy of Music presents Music and More. The concerts and free activities will showcase some great performers from all over the Lower Mainland. The location will alternate between the Chilliwack and
Sardis Libraries. Organizers say it’s surefire fun for families and foodies as artisans and food trucks will also be on-site. The line-up of performers July 8 to Aug. 25, to name a few includes Illiteratty, a folk
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Band dedicated to traditional jazz and jazz standards from the 1930s. Concerts and activities hosted in an alternating fashion by the two libraries will start at 6 p.m. In the event of bad weather, events will be cancelled by 3 p.m. If in doubt, contact the Chilliwack Library at 604-792-1941, or the Sardis Library at 604-8585503. Please check the Chilliwack Arts Council’s website often for updates on the performers and activities: chilliwackartscouncil.com/ events/music-more/
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Twenty artistic members of Chilliwack Visual Artists’ Association will be participating in a new art show next weekend. It runs June 25-27 at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel and the show is called ‘A Kaleidoscope of Colour and Design.’ “This is their first time to exhibit in this venue, and they are very happy to have the opportunity to bring their art to the people of Chilliwack in this prestigious hotel!” “Kaleidoscope” can be defined as ‘observation of beautiful forms,’ and that’s why the exhibit was given this name, say organizers. Come in and see this show at your leisure. Admission is free. Almost all the art work on display will also be for sale, and all works are by local artists. Peruse the art work at the hotel between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
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“There was a time when I was scraping (rhymes with spit) off the floor for three hours every day, wondering what exactly it is that I’m farming,” he laughs. Some mornings Kevin was up at 4 a.m. and didn’t finish till 7 at night, coming in for dinner and going straight to bed. Kevin first milked a cow when he was 12 years old, led into the milking parlor by his dad, Ben. For 24 years he did it old school and didn’t mind. When it’s all you know it’s all you know. “We always had to work around milking times, which was a pain for anything we wanted to do,” Adria said. “If something came up, we would have to plan weeks in advance.” “When we first had kids (they now have four) I didn’t see them very much,” Kevin added.
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The robots were installed, and the training fun began.
“You’re never done spending money on a dairy farm,” Kevin added. “There’s always something.” But, where day-to-day operational expenses were concerned, installing the Astronaut would eliminate the need to employ a full-time milker. They’d also save dollars not maintaining six milking units in the obsolete milk parlor. But, before making the final leap, Kevin had performance-related questions. “The main question I asked other guys was, ‘How many phone calls are you getting from the robot every month, because I know how many trouble calls I get from my employees,” he explained. “Their answer was one or two per robot, which, to me was not a big deal. And the second big question was how would the training process for the cows go?” The farmers he talked to were honest. The training process would be difficult and probably make him regret his decision, but short-term pain would be worth long-term gain. So Kevin and Adria did it. With perfect timing, they bought two Astronauts when the Canadian dollar was
“It was pretty brutal and I think about nine hours in I thought it was the biggest mistake I’d ever made in my life,” Kevin said. “Each cow had to be physically put into that box where the robot is, and some of them didn’t want to go.” What do you do when a cow doesn’t want to move? “You push and push and push and hope you don’t get kicked,” Kevin said. “Some of the cows kicked the (rhymes with scrap) out of those machines and I was thinking, ‘Oh please don’t break it!’” Adria added.
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from page 20 called Haines. The berries were developed in New Jersey, and are expected to produce twice as many berries as Stevens. It will take about three years for that 4.5 acre plot to produce a profit, Guliker says.
It’s not too surprising more farmers haven’t branched off into cranberry production. It’s not the biggest money maker, and even though they are native to B.C., they grow even better in Quebec, at about twice the yield per acre. But cranberries are a staple of the North American diet, with a long history of being placed on the table.
“They’re not that easy to grow here,” he says, and prefer sandy soil to the Guliker’s wood waste mulch. But the remaining Stevens are doing well, and he sees a bumper crop this year. Overall, it’s been a learning experience for the family, who have a long history in the agricultural community. They have winter crops, and blueberry fields. The senior Guliker also had pigs until 2004. The opportunity to grow cranberries came about when they heard that Ocean Spray was looking for new producers, and the Gulikers were looking at diversifying their crops.
Some First Nation peoples used cranberries, fat and ground venison to make a cake known as pemmican. The fruit was also used to in poultices, and to dye fabrics. Today, the crop is more commonly used for juice and cranberry sauce. It takes about 4,400 berries to produce one gallon of cranberry juice. Cranberries are also known for their health benefits, and have been used for centuries to help treat urinary tract infections. But they are also being used in research related to ulcers, cholesterol and even antiaging.
Cranberries are a perennial crop, meaning they don’t normally need to be replanted. But there is still plenty of work to be done. Irrigation is the main concern, along with weeding and pesticide application. And every spring, the Gulikers have Honeyview Farms bring in bees that work the field and pollinate the plants. Now that the flowers have died
Case Guliker stands in acres of unripe cranberries. The berries will be ready for harvesting in late summer.
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“But it was still tenuous until about three months in, when things got quite a bit better,” he said. “About nine months in things really started to click, where I didn’t have to catch cows anymore and it worked the way people said it could.”
This is something that had to be eyeballed by the milker in days past. “And if something got missed then the whole tank was contaminated, and if it made it to the plant before being caught then the whole truck got dumped,” Kevin said. “I had to dump a full tank once, which wrecked a whole day’s production.”
There are two or three other companies who make robotic milkers, but Kevin chose Lely because of its tech support.
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Market Report 2015 Trends in Ag Real Estate â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can take the farm boy off the farm but you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take the farm out of the farm boy,â&#x20AC;? Henry Klop laughs. You would be hard-pressed to find anyone whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more plugged into the local farming scene than this lifelong Fraser Valley resident, a farm boy at heart whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s become an expert in the purchase and sale of agricultural property. The REMAX Nyda realtor has seen trends come and go, and come again.
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bought a John Deere tractor and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s saying, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Henry, I think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in heaven.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? Housing and land costs in Vancouver are increasingly driving families out of the city, to Chilliwackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benefit. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A third trend is the number of Asian buyers Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen this year, and a lot of that is driven by value,â&#x20AC;? Klop elaborated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They view an old little house in Vancouver that costs $1,000,000 and then drive the hour and a half to Chilliwack and look what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting. I just sold another one in the Columbia Valley â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 10 acres. Big house. Almost $900,000 but the people are ecstatic because they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting for their money.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;People move from a townhouse or apartment in Richmond or Burnaby and come here where they have a big backyard with a trampoline and a garden,â&#x20AC;? he continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roots, I think. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something about living around here that gives them a connection to the Earth.â&#x20AC;? For the serious farmer, Chilliwackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agricultural land isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cheap. In fact, Klop said it may be the most expensive in Canada. Many farmers opt for Alberta, Saskatchewan or Ontario, where they can still buy land for three, four or five thousand dollars an acre. Within B.C., Klop has sold property recently in Armstrong, Salmon Arm and Vernon, where the price tag doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have as many digits. But thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a tradeoff for farmers who go that route. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lifestyle and location to consider, but also productivity,â&#x20AC;? Klop noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our prices are probably the highest in Canada, but look at the fertility, water availability and crops you can get. For example, hay land. Here, you can get three or four crops a year, whereas if you go further up north, you get maybe one or two. So while your land costs are higher your production is too.â&#x20AC;? Right now, Klop sees more sellers on the market than buyers. But it ebbs and flows, and he always looks forward to seeing what happens next.
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earliest start of the blueberry season in recent memory, according to the British Columbia Blueberry Council. B.C.’s 800 blueberry growers are anticipating especially good quality blueberries for the 2015 season. “Thanks to warm days and good pollination weather, we are confident we will enjoy a solid volume of high-quality blueberries though the season,” said Debbie Etsell, executive director of the B.C. Blueberry Council. “We are not anticipating any compression this season, which translates into a steady supply of blueberries for everyone to enjoy berries throughout the season.” Fruit pickers will be camping at the farm and harvesting the crop for the next several weeks. Van Oosterom has been working for Klaassen Farms for four years, after working in horticulture and bridge construction. They made sure they were offering ‘no spray’ berries for fresh sales, and they try to do as much biological control for pests as possible. “That’s the first question every visitor to the farm tends to ask, is if we spray,” says Van Oosterom. They do on a small-scale, and strictly follow the food safety protocols of Good Agriculture Practices (GAP) certification. But some of the berries headed for processing
have to be sprayed to prevent infestation of spotted wing drosophila (SWD). It is a type of fruit fly that has become widespread in the coastal as well as Interior fruit growing regions of B.C. “It’s a requirement by the fruit processors, and every farmer has to do it.” The SWD is known to deposit their larvae under the skins of ripening fruit. But because they rely on honey bees for pollination, they have to be exceedingly careful how they apply pesticides at the farm. The overriding aim is to turn the Klaassen blueberry operation into a household name in Chilliwack. There are plans to add raspberries and strawberries into production as well, which will add to their appeal.
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They describe their farm as a “growing adventure” for both their customers, and themselves, situated on an acre and a half.
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Their farm website uses the tag line “Sustainable farming, authentic food.”
Abundant Acre is one of several farms in the Chilliwack area to launch a community supported agriculture (CSA) program, offering boxes of veggies and herbs, as well as supplying high-end restaurants. So far they have about 20 customers registered for the CSA program, who agree to pay up front for two months at a time, for a box containing either seven or 20 pounds of vegetables. “We had a pretty good spring. We’re still introducing ourselves to the local community.” Sometimes they get to introduce the customer to something new, like anisescented fennel, or broccoli raab as a new taste for the dinner table. The way the CSA works is customers fill out a form on the website, and “commit” every week to pick up their mystery box
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Although the farm is not certified organic, they purposely grow without the use of chemicals sprays and fertilizers. “We’re trying to care for the earth,” Abrahams said. “We think it’s important to grow without chemicals.” It’s their second summer season of CSA boxes in Chilliwack since launching the farm three years ago. The ran an experimental veggie box program in Abbotsford a few years ago. For their own farm in Greendale, they went out of their way to find the tastiest varieties of vegetables. “It was important to us that we found varieties that taste really good,” she said. One of their “shining stars” is the Socrates cucumber, Abrahams said. “They are sweet and have a thin skin,” Abrahams said. “We also like the Sweet Slice variety.” Continued: p27
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Garden Party 2015 Every Boxfull an Adventure from page 26 Other varieties noted for good taste include the Fortex pole beans and the Sungold cherry tomatoes. The produce and herbs are harvested, sorted and cleaned on Monday mornings in time for their customers to pick up by late afternoon. They make a point of harvesting at the right time of day to maximize the freshness, so greens are harvested in the morning before they wilt. “We also make good use of our root cellar to store harvested crops before it’s time to put together the boxes.”
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Mad Butcher already thriving in new building Jessica Peters THE PROGRESS The doors to the back rooms of the Mad Butcher swing back and forth throughout the day. Through the windows, customers can see meat cutters busy at work, slicing and packaging choice cuts to be placed out on display for their customers, and creating freezer packs for the savvy shopper. But that’s not all the butchers are up to back there. They’re also filling personal orders for walk-in customers who want something specific. Because while the coolers can be stocked with commonly bought items, not every shopper was made equal. And they each have different needs. Loyd Bateman, store manager, said the beauty of the downtown shop is that you really can get most anything you want — even if you don’t see it right away. “Just ask,” he says, and one of the staff can help fill the order. One of the most popular feature items at The Mad Butcher since they opened this spring has been the freezer packs. Customers can phone ahead and simply pick up the package, or shop around while their pack is created for them. They are stuffed full of plenty of meal options, from sirloin steaks and lean ground beef, to short ribs and chicken cordon bleu. The Mad Butcher uses Canadian AAA beef, pork from Johnston Packers,
New Zealand spring lamb, local farm fed poultry, and carries a wide range of frozen seafood, including Alaskan cod. And for those looking for a meal on the run, there’s even a full service deli and a fridge stocked with the basic necessities. The Mad Butcher opened this spring on Alexander Avenue, after a year of construction. It replaces the old Fraser Valley Meats location, and while it’s still owned by the same company, Meadow Valley Meats, the new location has an atmosphere and purpose all its own. It’s been a recipe for success at their sister store in Abbotsford, and many long time customers were excited to see the new store’s layout and selection. “Everyone has been really excited for this,” Bateman says. The new building has already earned the company a Downtown Proud Award, for Leader in Redevelopment. Another business, Produce Gone Wild, has conveniently opened right next door, complementing nicely with the Mad Butcher’s meal offerings. For more information, phone 604792-4723 or visit The Mad Butcher on Facebook. The Mad Butcher in Chilliwack is located at 45735 Alexander Ave. and open Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Seven Days A selection of entertaining events for the week ahead: June 25 to July 1
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The Chilliwack Community Arts Council is holding an estate sale featuring items from local late artist, Zona Wale. Items include art, pottery, crystal ware and much more. Proceeds go to support children’s programming in the Art Room. Runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 20-5725 Vedder Rd.
Art exhibition, Layers: Five Faces of Collage, is at The Art Room (20-5725 Vedder Rd.) until July 21. The show features the works of Christine Newsome, Janet Carroll, Vicky Ray, Dianne Hultgren and Betty Meiszner who use a variety of mixed media of paints, pastels, inks, papers and found materials to create their collage art.
The Wellington has Name that Tune and trivia for fun and prizes every Thursday night. Ladies Auxiliary crafts at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 4 (9350 Mary St.) take place at 1:30 p.m. Live band every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at the Anavets (305-46268 Yale Rd.). 604-792-6370.
FRIDAY Shelter is a solo art exhibition by artist-in-residence, Aimée Henny Brown, on display June 6 to July 5 at the Ranger Station Art Gallery (98 Rockwell Dr.) in Harrison Hot Springs. kentharrisonartscouncil@shaw.ca. 604-796-2723.
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The Sí:tel Coast Salish Baskets exhibition is on display in the Chambers Gallery at the Chilliwack Museum until December. Museum hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays to Fridays. Admission $3/general and $2/seniors and students. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 4 Chilliwack (9350 Mary St.) has games at 3 p.m. every Friday. 604-792-2337.
A Tribute To Roy Orbison with music by tribute band The Lonely is at the Cultural Centre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $37.80 and available at the Centre Box Office, or by calling 604-391SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.
SUNDAY Sign your kids up now for summer arts and craft classes at the Art Room in July and August. There are a variety of different classes for kids aged three and up. More info, and registration: chilliwackartscouncil.com, 604-769-2787. The Chilliwack Cultural Centre is offering a number of summer classes for kids. From acting to clay, to music and more, there are a bunch to choose from. Go to www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca for more info and to register.
MONDAY Wanda’s Tea Dance with music by Sweetwater takes place today from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lion’s Hall (45580 Spadina Ave.). There will be refreshments, door prizes, and a 50/50 draw. Tickets $6 at the door.
Trevor McDonald and The Jones Boys perform Tuesday to Saturday in the Copper Room at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort. The Chilliwack Senior Recreation Centre (9400 College St.) has rug hooking every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call Merle Alkenbrack for more info: 604-824-4095. Euchre at the Vedder Golden Branch 280 begins at 6:45 p.m. 604-858-3600.
WEDNESDAY Happy Canada Day! Head over to Townsend Park for an evening of fun, food, music and fireworks. Everything takes place on the artificial turf field starting at 5 p.m. There’s the YMCA Kids Zone with face painting, crafts and games; local food from The Wildcat Grill, Shandhar Hut, Guerilla Q, Tin Cow, and more; live entertainment starting at 5:45 p.m. featuring by the Curbside Traditional Jazz Band, Todd Richard, the Goddess Movement, and Haley Chase and the Fever; and lastly a fireworks show with live music by Cascadia 25-piece Wind Ensemble.
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Licensed continuously from May 1980 I have had a lifetime of experience with all matters related to real estate. I enjoy working and it’s always been about the people I meet. Should you find yourself in need of a REALTORS® service I’d like to apply for the job.
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The saying goes, “If you want something done, give the job to a busy man.” Since 1987 I have worked hard to meet the real estate needs and challenges of thousands of Chilliwack people. In doing so, I have earned a solid reputation as Chilliwack’s foremost REALTOR® and property expert. With RE/MAX as Chilliwack’s #1 Real Estate service, I am included in the top 5% of over 110,000 agents worldwide. I have the Experience, Integrity, Knowledge, Programs and Team Support to bring you the very best Real Estate service possible. Selling or buying, I look forward to applying my caring enthusiasm and realty expertise in making yours a great real estate experience. The RUSS BAILIE Team motto is to provide you such Outstanding Service that we will become “Your Friends in Deed for Life”. Call now at: 604-858-7179.
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Searching for a new home or selling your current home can be a complicated and exhausting experience. It is absolutely essential to find a Real Estate Agent that is deeply involved in the business and loves what they do to show you the way. I am here to do exactly that. As well as working out of the Sutton office in Chilliwack, I have a Sutton office in Hope to serve the clients and the community that I live in more effectively. My greatest goal as your agent is to make the process of buying or selling your home a seamless one. If you are looking for an agent who knows that success and achievement are by-products of hard work and great relationships, please contact me today. I would love to assist you with all your real estate needs. I have been on CADREB President’s Club for the last three years and in the top 25% of REALTORS® for sales. Servicing Chilliwack, Hope, Agassiz, Harrison Hot Springs and the Fraser Valley.
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REALTOR’S® advice before rejecting the bid altogether. Bidders might extend low offers as a means of negotiation or they may believe the asking price is too high. However, they ultimately may be willing to pay more to close the deal. Sellers should never reject an offer from a qualified buyer; prior to making a counter offer which is exactly how your REALTOR® will most likely advise you. Another angle: It may not take many concessions from you to make a low offer work if the people who love your house also love to barter. Even though it seems that you are very far apart in dollars or terms, the real distance may not be all that great. Your REALTOR® can help you determine if the buyers are ready, willing, and able to carry through with the transaction. If they are qualified, the next step involves looking at your differences. Make a list of the discrepancies, and then begin to look for areas where you have some flexibility. You may have to go back and forth several times in order to make the transaction work. The trick is to be patient and to not take the process personally! A REALTOR® will look beyond the price when evaluating an offer. If the buyers’ financial qualifications are shaky or the offer has unsatisfactory terms or conditions, your REALTOR® will be there to minimize any risk to you and to address these items in your counter offer. Your REALTOR’S® job is not to make a decision for you, but to be sure that you understand fully what the offer includes and what is expected of you.
Representing you in any real estate transaction, you can be assured that I will work hard and keep your best interests the #1 priority. If you are selling, you will get the maximum exposure needed to market your home effectively, and if you are purchasing I will listen to your needs and help you find the perfect place to call home. I believe that the qualities of a good real estate agent are honesty, integrity and a strong work ethic. My name is Steve Mainse and I will take great pride in representing you.
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If you are looking for the right REALTOR® to market your home, or you’re planning on purchasing and want to know which neighbourhood will be just right for you, give me a call! Born and raised in Chilliwack and being actively involved in my community has given me extensive knowledge of the area that will be invaluable for your real estate needs. I would love to work with you! Helping You Make Your Dreams a Reality!
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It is possible to list a home for a little more than it may be worth in the hopes that you get just the right buyer who just loves your home! However, if you want to sell your home in a reasonable time, price your home closer to true market value. If you set your price close to the market value as advised by your REALTOR®, you greatly increase your chances of getting good offers that will result in a sale. When should you lower your asking price? If your house has been on the market for some time and there have been showings but no bites, you might be wondering if you should consider a price reduction. You want to get as much as you can for your home, but more important, you want it to sell! This may be the time to have a discussion with your REALTOR® and follow the advice they give you. While price may be a major factor, it may not be the only consideration. Are you making your house easy for REALTORS® to show? Have you completed the necessary maintenance and cleaning so that your property is as appealing as possible? Review with your REALTOR® the current market conditions and the prices of other homes in your neighbourhood to determine that a price reduction is indeed in order. Even though your price may be competitive, the market place may be telling you that buyers just won’t pay what you would like to get. If all indicators point to a price reduction, it is better to do it sooner rather than later. Home sellers may be upset or feel insulted when a buyer offers a lower-than-expected price, but listen to your
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45762 Britton Ave., Sardis $499,900 BACKING ONTO SPORTS FIELD Spacious, roomy, custom built, 3000 plus sq. ft. 3-level split home. One of a kind floor plan provides functional space and privacy for the large family. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and a den. Master bedroom balcony overlooks back yard and sports field, bright ensuite with jetted soaker tub, walk-in closet. 1398 sq. ft. main floor open kitchen family room concept. Separate dining room/living room with high vaulted ceilings. Huge 15’x20’ rec room down with 3-piece bathroom/shower. 2x6 exterior walls, vinyl windows updated kitchen cabinets. Premier Sardis Park location, large .32 acre panhandle lot backing onto sports fields. Call Steve Davies of Royal LePage Wheeler Cheam Realty to view at 604-316-2456
Steve is the 4th generation of his family to call Chilliwack home, and has lived in Chilliwack his entire life. Steve is very familiar with all areas of the Valley which makes him uniquely qualified to represent you in your next Real Estate transaction. Steve is very passionate and active within the community and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers, is a Rotarian Mt. Cheam Rotary Club and served on the Board of Directors for the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board. Originally a licensed Realtor in 1987 with Wheeler Realty Chilliwack - put Steve’s 25 plus years of experience and knowledge to work for you today.
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HONESTY and INTEGRITY are my guidelines when I assist my clients in the sale or purchase of their home. I love my job, I love our community, and I love working with people to help them achieve their real estate goals. I have been a REALTOR® for over 17 years, and I have made many new friends through my business of real estate. I not only take pride in my work, but also in how I work with all my clients. If you are looking for a REALTOR® that puts your wants and needs first, and a REALTOR® who will work hard for you, please give me a call. You will not be disappointed.
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I’m happy to say that Chilliwack is my home, and always has been. This is a city with spirit and heartbeat! I love living here, so it’s no wonder to me that others want to make it their home too. While our city keeps growing and the landscape keeps changing, people’s basic needs tend to stay the same... especially when it comes to buying and protecting their most important asset -- their homes. Finding the right REALTOR® to help you buy or sell your home, means making a GOOD CHOICE. My professional experience has always centred around helping people from all walks of life, which made a career in real estate a perfect fit for me. Working hard and doing a great job as your REALTOR® is always my goal...it’s what I believe in. You can trust that with me on your side, you’ll always get the same top-notch service that I would expect myself. Ready to talk real estate? Call me anytime... it’s where your GOOD CHOICE gets GREAT RESULTS!
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So is it time to make a move, now that summer is finally here? If you don’t know where to start, I’ll help you have no fear! Listings are selling & rates are low, Perfect to buy or sell! So if you want a helping hand, Just come and . . . “Ring My Bell”
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Chilliwack getting collegiate baseball Eric J. Welsh, The Progress The Fraser Valley Collegiate Baseball Group is bringing a new team to Chilliwack this fall. Led by deep-pocketed local businessman Brian Finnie, the FVCBG has been greenlighted by the Canadian College Baseball Conference, granted a franchise that will start play in September. “My son is 13 years old and we’ve realized more and more that the top players migrate away from Chilliwack because there’s no where to go in the higher levels of baseball,” Finnie said. “This team is going to change things for a lot of young people.” The group is looking to affiliate with the University of the Fraser Valley, and UFV is reviewing their application. If UFV accepts — and reading between lines at the introductory press conference, it seems as close to a done deal as it can be — Finnie would look to run the fledgling program as a ‘club team’ for a year or two with the long-term aim of applying for varsity status. UFV has acknowledged the existence of the application and will make an announcement soon. “Some of these kids who don’t see school as an attainable goal, we
can work with them in be the sixth in the special prograns, tutor league, joining two foes them and upgrade — the Calgary Dinos their grades,” Finnie and Thompson Rivers said. “We want to do Wolfpack — who are whatever we can so we familiar to UFV sports don’t lose them through fans. The Prairie Baseball the cracks — thinking they’re going to be Academy has won the major league baseball last five CCBC titles, players and forgetting and is based out of Lethbridge, AB. about their education.” The Okanagan Finnie has already Coyotes secured a head College coach, luring Shawn play out of Kelowna’s Corness away from Elks Stadium and the Island the University of Vancouver Institute British Columbia Baseball Thunderbirds, where (VIBI) Mariners are he’d been for nearly a based in Nanaimo. “The league is decade. excited to be B e f o r e adding a team that Corness in the Lower coached at Mainland,” K w a n t l e n said CCBC and he’s also president scouted for the Ted Hotzak. San Francisco “There’s treGiants. mendous elite“In busilevel baseball ness you build Shawn talent in the around key people, and here’s CORNESS Fraser Valley that will now some things have an opporyou’d probably never hear from tunity to showcase itself Shawn,” Finnie said. at the college level right “Five provincial, three at home.” The CCBC is under Western Canadian, two national and one World the umbrella of the Baseball Series title. Sixteen Premier major league draft picks Association and is and 32 years of coach- affiliated with the BC Baseball ing. He’s a premier guy, Premier League and BC Junior as good as they get.” Baseball Corness has already Premier star ted recruiting. League. Economically, Finnie Fifteen players have signed letters of intent expects to carry a for 2016, including heavy load for the first six Chilliwack Minor two years. Player fees help offBaseball products. Longtime CMBA set costs, but Finnie is coach/manager Lee also looking for partRogers will serve as ners who share his pasthe new team’s general sion for baseball. For more informamanager. The team will play its tion contact Rogers by home games at Fairfield email at leerogers999@ gmail.com or call 604Island. The CCBC regular 316-0188 season normally runs from mid-March to the ● Find more in-depth second weekend of coverage in Friday’s Progress sports secMay. The new team will tion.
Jared DeVuyst of the Chilliwack midget AAA Cougars makes a hit during a doubleheader game against the Vernon Canadians at Fairfield Island Park last Saturday. DeVuyst and other Chilliwackians are getting a new local option for post-secondary baseball with the introduction of a Canadian College Baseball Conference franchise. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
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Sports Procee power at Langley meet Chilliwack’s Tera Procee swept four events at the Langley Pacific Open Invitational track meet, bringing home four gold medals. The meet was held at McLeod Athletic Park and hosted by the Langley Mustangs Track and Field Club. Competing in the womens’ 40-44 year old division, Procee showed her wheels in the 200 metre dash with a blazing time of 30.26 seconds. She leaped 4.02m to claim top spot in long jump and soared 1.25m in the high jump. Procee grabbed her last gold in javelin, heaving the spear 20.40m. Procee was one of several Chilliwack Track and Field Club athletes finding the podium. Jim McIsaac had a solid weekend in the mens’ 55-59 division, winning gold in javelin (32.22m) and shot-put (10.98m). He added silver in discus with a mark of 33.17m. Among the youngsters, Marin Lenz stood out in the 13 year old girls’ group. She won the 80m hurdles with a time of 13.32s. She added silver medals in the 800m run (2:32.51), high jump
(1.45m) and long jump (4.42m). Sibling Malia Lenz was productive in the 10 year old girls’ division, winning discus with a toss of 15.41m. She scored silver in high jump (1.20m) and double bronze in the 60m dash (10s) and 60m hurdles (11.32s). Jacob Janssens bagged bronze in the 13 year old boys’ javelin with a mark of 25.49m. Theo Small won two bronze medals in the 11 year old boys’ division, placing third in discus
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FALLAS, Louise “Linda” (nee Kosowan) With sadness we announce the passing of our Linda in her 65th year. She passed peacefully on June 15, 2015 at Chilliwack Cascade Hospice with her parents by her side. Linda is survived by her parents Nick and Ksenia Kosowan, husband Gordon of 32 years, son Clint Campbell (Cindy), daughter Deb Shearer (Matt), grandchildren, Jordan and Cloe and many cousins of the Kosowan and Hawrylenko families. Linda was born and raised in Chilliwack, B.C. She was strongly involved in community organizations such as the Rosedale Athletic Club and Rosedale Canoe Races. Linda was employed with Canada Post for 20 years. She was also employed at Chilliwack Ford for 10 years. Linda’s family and friends came first. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all. We would like to thank Dr. Markey, Dr. Bull and the staff of Cascade Hospice. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Cascade Hospice. A Celebration of Life will be held at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave., Chilliwack on Friday, June 26, 2015 at 2:00 pm.
GRUENKE, Mary Nov 14 1923 - June 18, 2015 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce our beloved mothers passing. Mary was born in Karolinow, Poland, the third daughter of Ludwig and Lydia Rentz. The family immigrated to Canada in 1928 settling in the Barrhead, Alberta area. After a career in nursing, she married Robert Gruenke, our parents farmed in the Dawson Creek area for over forty years, and moved to the Chilliwack area after retirement. Mary was predeceased by her husband Robert, brothers Robert Rentz, Irvin Rentz, sisters Olga Paul, Erna Paul and Frieda Johnson. Mom will be dearly missed by her sisters Clara McKay, and Elsie (John) Orton of Edmonton, sister-in-law law Agnes Rentz of Barrhead. Children Elaine (Russel) Braaten, Bob Gruenke (Siri), Gail Ketola (Richard), Darren Gruenke (Heidi), and loved by her many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 6:30 - 8:00pm Wednesday, June 23, Chilliwack Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack, with the funeral service at 10:00 am Thursday, June 25, 2015 at Henderson’s Funeral Home. For the online condolences please visit: www.hendersonsfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Homes 604-792-1344
Proctor Ernie William
March 22, 1934 – June 5, 2015 It is with deep sadness that the family of Ernie Proctor announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather & great grandfather. He will be deeply missed by his wife Gail of 50 years, children: Tracy (Pete), Cindy (Bo) and Pierre (Giselle). Grandchildren Logan Leboe, Dylan Leboe, Johan Ansttet, Joel Ansttet, Stacy Unruh, Sol Roy and four great grandchildren. Ernie was a longtime resident of Cultus Lake. He will always be remembered for his pride and joy, Kel-Ernie’s Drive-In, which he built/owned and operated from the early 1960’s to the mid 1980’s. Everyone knew the Kel-Ernie’s Special, the burger with the weiner in it! A special thank you to all the nursing staff at ARH and CGH, also Dr. Klaus and Dr. Hirst. A Memorial will be held at Cultus Lake Community Hall on Wednesday July 1, 2015 at 12 (noon). McLean’s 604-847-3477
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
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It is with profound sadness that we announce that James “Jim” Walter Norberg passed away peacefully on May 31, 2015 in Armstrong, BC at the age of 92 years. Born in Revelstoke, BC on March 4, 1923, the son of Otto Norberg and Hanna Edstrom, who immigrated to Canada in 1903 from Sweden. Jim was the youngest of a family of 7 brothers and sisters: Edith, Alvin, Lillian, Ruth, Harry, and Johnny. Jim is predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Isabella (Bella) who sadly passed away in 2008. Jim is also predeceased by his son Kenny, who passed away in 1970. He is survived by his loving family: 2 daughters Christine (Norman) Cress of Victoria BC; Patricia (Robert) Cherry of Armstrong BC; his son Eric (Carol) Norberg of Coquitlam BC; 6 grandchildren, Rosalie (Matthew Prescott) Cress, Denise (Ryan) Leyenhorst, Sonia Holloway, Jessica, Scott and Johnny Norberg; 9 great grandchildren, Matthew, Nathan, Emily, Jacob, Bella, Marcus, Theodore, Rachel and Maxwell; sister-in-law Eva Sutherland of Nanaimo; and nieces, nephews and extended family. Jim was a special man – wise, playful, caring, and smart, a great communicator, a good and loyal friend to so many, and a calm presence when needed. He was a high school teacher for over 30 years, a Gizeh Shriner and a Mason, a minor league hockey coach, a baseball umpire, a skier, and a clarinet player. He loved to work with his hands and was good at carpentry. He served honourably in the Second World War in the Air Force in Canada and in the Navy for 3 years on active duty on the High Seas. He was a brave person who faced adversity with strength and dignity.
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HOME CARE/SUPPORT
RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER Forming & Framing Crews
Morningstar Homes Ltd. has immediate & long term opportunities available, for qualified single family foundation forming and framing crews in Maple Ridge, Port Moody and Burke Mountain, Coquitlam.
For more information Please call Ed or Ali at: (604) 521-0038 careers@mstarhomes.com
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
caputz7@hotmail.com
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And what a proud father and grandfather he was! Family was always first and foremost in his life. A sincere thank you to Dr. Viljoen and all the staff at Pleasant Valley Manor who cared for him like he was family. A Memorial Service of Jim’s life will be held in the Chapel of Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack BC on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 2:00 PM, with a reception to follow in the Henderson’s Tea Room. Major Angus Haggarty, Branch 4 Royal Canadian Legion Padre, officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim Norberg’s memory gratefully accepted to SHRINERS CARE FOR KIDS VIA SHRINERS OF BC & YUKON CHILD SERVICES SOCIETY www.bcshriners.com 6/15W_NO17
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903-04 Macken, Mayfair, Menzies, Riverside, Woodland
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903-16 Bluestone, Eagle, Falcon, Hillcrest, Mountain Park, Stonegate, Swallow
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904-26 Craven, Darlene, Hazel, Rolinde, Walters
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SARDIS
FOR EVERY FAMILY Nelson, Erna
Family, friends and patients are invited to the Masonic Hall, 45905 Hocking Ave, June 25 at 2pm, in honour of Dr. Lloyd Baldwin, who passed away March 6, 2015.
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921-14 Alder, Britton, Manuel, Sheffeild, Vedder, Webb
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922-22 Concord, Marigold, Silverthorne, South Sumas 70
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 27, 2015, Erna Nelson, lately of Fort Langley, long time resident of Chilliwack, BC. She was aged 94 at the time of her death. She will be remembered by her son Don, her daughter Jan, and their families. A memorial will be held for Erna at Chilliwack United Church on June 27, 2015 at 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to either Plan Canada or the Nature Conservancy of Canada would be appreciated. Condolences may be offered at http://www.wiebeandjeskefh.com
PROMONTORY 923-09 Cedarcreek, Ferguson, Mullins, Teskey
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923-10 Cherrywood, Stoneview, Teskey, Weeden, Westwood
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923-12 Markel, Valleyview
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923-18 Lear, Skyview, Sylvan, Valleyview
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YARROW 935-10 Devon, Wilson, Yarrow Central, York
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ROSEDALE 960-04 McGrath, Muirhead, Munro, Nevin, Sache
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960-12 Caryks, Dyer, Llanberis, Parkwood, Royalwood, Rutley, Yale 110 960-13 Berkshire, Bunker, Jade, Lexington, Parkwood, Sussex, Thompson, Windermere, Woodgrove, Yale 127 970-15 Elm Rd
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MEMORIAL In Honour of Dr. Lloyd Baldwin
921-04 Casabello, Collins, Lorne, Salish, School, Stevenson
Wednesday, June 24, 2015, The Chilliwack Progress
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
Restaurant Supervisor
RNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Required
Cheam Village and Glenwood Care Centre are homes located in Agassiz. We require RNs for permanent casual hours. The RN provides clinical leadership in a team environment and guides best practice through coaching and teaching by example. If you are energetic, have a passion for the care of the older adult, and are dedicated to best practice please send your resume to: mgregoire@valleycare.info
Gospel Hymns
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Christ Centered Sermons
Sunday Worship & Sunday School â&#x20AC;˘10:00 a.m.
Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am 46510 1st Ave., Chilliwack Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs Available www.firstave.org
Eden M C
ENNONITE HURCH 604-792-6013
Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
Pastor: Rob Brown
Sunday School - 9:30 am Worship Service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:50 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda
EVERYONE WELCOME!
New Life
Summer Services 9:30 am
Christian Church Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road
The first duty prescribed by God for His servants is the recognition of Him Who is the Dayspring of His Revelation and the Fountain of His laws, Who representeth the Godhead in both the Kingdom of His Cause and the world of creation. Whoso achieveth this duty hath attained unto all good; and whoso is deprived thereof hath gone astray, though he be the author of every righteous deed.
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46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young
604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com
CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack
Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694
604-703-1863
Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED
LIVE VIDEO STREAMING ON... www.chilliwackhrc.com or sermonaudio.com/chilliwackhrc
Worship & Service 11:00 am 604-792-7299 The Friendly Place 46875 Yale Road E. (at Quarry Rd) Chilliwack B.C. www.mtshannonunited.ca
9am & 10:45am 9325 Main Street
SUNDAY
8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764
P/T & F/T shifts avail. We are looking for energetic team players to be part of our friendly customer focused environment. Must be available weekends. Previous housekeeping exp. an asset but not mandatory for the right candidate. Hotel offers competitive wages.
46098 Higginson Rd., Sardis
604-858-2229
mainstreetchurch.ca
Where All Are Welcome!
BAPTIST CHURCH
SATURDAY
8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.
SSunday nd Services: Sr i 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM Wednesday Service: 9:30 AM
www.stjohnsardis.ca
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
Join our fantastic team at the Best Western Plus Regency Inn and Conference Centre!
(604)792.6844
WEEKDAY MASS
45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack
604-795-5725
stmarysparish.ca
SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30 p.m. 9340 Windsor St.
Morning Worship at 10:30 am Rev. Heather Anderson
Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 www.chilliwackunitedchurch.com
8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church
sales@bwregency.bc.ca
For busy pub in Sardis. Must be available nights & weekends. Apply with resume to: Jolly Miller Liquor Store, Vedder Rd. Sardis
JOIN OUR FANTASTIC TEAM! We are looking for an energetic team player to be part of our customer focused team. Should have flexible hours, shifts for Night Auditor are 11pm to 7am. Applicants should have customer service experience, and excellent communication skills. Previous hotel experience an asset but not mandatory for the right candidate. Hotel offers competitive wage. Apply in person with resume: Please drop off resume at: Best Western Plus Regency and Conference Centre- 32110 Marshall Road, Abbotsford or email: brianna@bwregency.bc.ca
Chilliwack Campus Sunday, 9:30 & 11 am 46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.
Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue
www.central365.org
GKS Enterprises dba Tim Hortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, is accepting applications for an experienced Restaurant Supervisor. The successful candidate will be a leader with the ability to drive operational results in a fast paced environment; focused on hospitality and speed of service in a friendly manner. Interested candidates must have Fast Food Supervisor experience and be able to lead a team of 10 or more employees. Applicants should also possess strong interpersonal and team building skills and have the aptitude to organize and prioritize tasks. These are hands on positions that offer competitive wages, attractive benefits package and full training. Apply with resume to: gks_tfw@hotmail.com or apply in person: unit 27 - 6014 Vedder Rd. unit B - 43971 Industrial Way or 52855 Yale Rd East.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Are Growing Againâ&#x20AC;?
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
Truck-Trailer Mechanics
Need to overhaul your job?? We require 2 Mechanics to complete our team. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find we have a clean, organized, friendly shop with a great variety of Trucks, Trailers & Equipment to work on. Duties Include: welding, body repair, hydraulics, brakes, air, electrical, oil changes, and more. We offer Leading Wages in the Valley, Excellent Benefits and a Great Company Culture! Fax: 1.604.856.8399 or email: employment@klinetrailers.com
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
OASIS SPA
P/T Line Cook & P/T Dishwasher
P/T NIGHT AUDITOR
604-795-7700
Contracting, Abby. Please e-mail:
Apply to: 32110 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford
9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages Celebration Service - 10:30 am 10:30 am - Celebration Service Main House&&Video VideoCafe Cafe Sanctuary
Friendly & energetic persons required for our breakfast bar service as well as set up, clean up, & light service in our busy conference centre. Hours are flexible days, evenings and weekends. Must be able to lift heavy items & have own transportation. Foodsafe an asset. Apply to: 32110 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford or email: banquets@bwregency.bc.ca
Anglican Church
NOW OFFERING: Stephen Ministry 'one-to-one' Crisis Care.
Restaurant Supervisor
Join our fantastic team at the
Best Western Regency Inn & Conference Centre
â&#x20AC;˘ Carpenters â&#x20AC;˘ Labourers Carpenters Required F/T for CWL
Driver / Warehouse Worker
BANQUET ATTENDANT
Housekeeping Attendants
St. JJohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
Helping people encounter wholeness in Christ
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
George A Shaw dba Tim Hortons is accepting applications for an experienced Restaurant Supervisor. The successful candidate will be a leader with the ability to drive operational results in a fast paced environment; focused on hospitality and speed of service in a friendly manner. Interested candidates must have Fast Food Supervisor experience and be able to lead a team of 10 or more employees. Applicants should also possess strong interpersonal and team building skills and have the aptitude to organize and prioritize tasks. These are hands on positions that offer competitive wages, attractive benefits package and full training. Apply with resume to: gks_tfw@hotmail.com or apply in person: unit 600 - 8236 Eagle Landing Prkwy or 8422 Young Rd, Chilliwack
SERVER / COOK Chilliwack lifestyle senior home is looking for a Server/Cook to join our team. Candidates must have FoodSafe, be able to multi - task, work alone, and love seniors.
Please forward resumes to:
cls@optima-living.com
201 - 33072 1st Ave. Mission
We are now open 7 days/week From 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Enjoy a beautiful experience.
Call 604-287-1988
LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Required
Cheam Village and Glenwood Care Centre, Agassiz, require LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for casual hours at both care homes. Our LPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s provide excellent nursing care and direct supervision within a team environment. If you are energetic, have a passion for the care of the older adult and are dedicated to best practice, please send your resume to: mgregoire@valleycare.info
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EXPERIENCED POWERSPORT Mechanic required in Whitehorse, Yukon for ATV, snowmobiles, marine, etc. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Talk! $25.00 + per hour DOE. Contact Chris, 867-6332627, checkeredflagrecreation.com or checkeredflag@northwestel.net.
Truck-Trailer Mechanics Clean, organized friendly shop with a great variety of Trucks, Trailers & Equipment to work on. We require 2 Mechanics to complete our team. Duties include: welding, body repair, hydraulics, brakes, air, lighting etc. We offer Leading Wages in the Valley, Excellent Benefits for families and a Great Company Culture! Fax: 1.604.856.8399 or email: employment@klinetrailers.com
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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 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 donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
The Chilliwack Progress Wednesday, June 24, 2015
www.theprogress.com 43 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300
LANDSCAPING
PETS 477
PETS
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
551
GARAGE SALES
551
CHILLIWACK Arts Council will hold an ESTATE SALE featuring items from local artist, ZONA WALE. Art, pottery, crystal ware and much more! Proceeds go to support children’s programming in the Art Room. Come early-don’t miss out! Saturday, June 27, 10am to 1pm At The Art Room #20-5725 Vedder Rd. 604-769-2787
GARAGE SALES
HUGE Garage Sale
Chilliwack United Church Located in Hall across from Save on Foods Friday June 26, 4pm-7pm Saturday June 27, 9am-2pm Coffee and Tea by donation Friday & Saturday
GIANT MOVING SALE: A PLUS DIGITAL HAS CHANGED ITS NAME TO ATLANTIS COMPUTERS COME TO OLD STORE 7194 VEDDER ROAD EVERYTHING 90% OFF Saturday, Monday, Tuesday JUNE 27,29,30; 10 AM- 2PM EACH DAY!
Hot Dog Sale on Saturday 11am - 1pm EVERYTHING FROM A TO Z AND MORE
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GARAGE SALES
560
320
MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
329 PAINTING & DECORATING NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.344.1069
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
CLEANING SERVICES
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CLEANING LADY with 15 years exp, personalized cleaning, avail with ref’s/products. (604)791-8290 • • • • •
GARDENING
YARD MAINTENANCE
Mowing city lots, $20. Hedge & tree trimming and/or removal. Clearing over-grown lots. On-site chipper & chain saw. Exterior painting. Gordon, (604)845-7313
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.
Chiliwack 55+ building bachelor available july 1. $540/m. Heat, hot water and cable incl.(604)703-9076 Chilliwack. bachelor $520/m. and 1 bdrm, $580/m. Heat hot water incl., close to shops and hospital. 55+ building. (604)703-9076
COTTONWOOD Apts.
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.
563
1 Bedroom Avail. July 1
Near Cottonwood Mall, on quiet street. N/S, N/P. Hot water, 3 appl, balcony, elevator. 55+ firm
MISC. WANTED
Call Mgr: 604-791-9488 TRY A bcclassified.com CLASSIFIED AD.
Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.
LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187
260
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
283A
ELECTRICAL
HANDYPERSONS
www.paintspecial.com
WTD to buy ind/comm/res/farm or portion. Best reas deal. Confidential. rrw1@telus.net 604-997-6078
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
625
Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
300
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
LANDSCAPING
LANDSCAPE AWAY. Residential and Commercial. Book early! Call (604)845-1467
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018
RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150
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706
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
APARTMENT/CONDO
341
PRESSURE WASHING
Call Ian 604-724-6373
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
TRUCKERS, EQUIP. O.OP’S Bring your equipment home on this large 6800 sq.ft. lot with long driveway beside house. 3 Bdrm home, completely renovated, new appliances, and patio. Chilliwack location. Appraised for mortgage purposes at $295,000. Call: (604)793-3340
New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,988. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net
MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES.
356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378
45+ Abbotsford, Ruskin 55+ Abby, Ruskin, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960
636
MORTGAGES
HOMES FOR RENT
736
HOMES FOR RENT
736
Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206
HOMES FOR RENT
3 BD Sardis beautiful, f. yd, near mall, school, quiet family, ns, np, $1375/m + util. 604-316-1875 CHILLIWACK, spac, exec. 5 bdrm home w/lovely view, 2 lvl deck, garage/shop, lg, pri acreage. 10 Mins to frway. $2300. Ref’s req’d. June 604-845-6768 or 1(250)982-2936
745
ROOM & BOARD
CHILLIWACK. Avail now. Private room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $700/mo. (604)795-0397
TOWNHOUSES
6-15F DDD19
WANTED TO RENT
Senior handyman, musician desperately looking for apt or mobile home in rural area. Refs, deposit no problem. My greatest assest is 2 beautiful cats who have ben my friends for years. (604)795-6303
TRANSPORTATION 706 JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865
PETS 477
MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com
PETS
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. 02/14W_HL5
Property Management Division
736
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RENTALS
HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES
HOMELIFE GLENAYRE REALTY CHILLIWACK LTD.
CHILLIWACK - 1st Ave/Windsor. 2 Bdrm 800 sq/ft duplex, w/d, huge yard, carport, storage room. Avail now. N/S, N/P. $750/mo. Call 604-928-2663.
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Chilliwack Rentals
BOATS
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
Chilliwack, 3 bdrm + den, avail july 1, pet neg., recently reno’d. $975/m +dd & util. (604)705-3839
HOMES FOR RENT
604.858.RENT (7368)
715
Senior looking for reasonable R&B, Chwk. Please leave contact info for Alan 604-703-3018 or with my sister, (604)703-1277, Crystal Ridge
For info call Doug 604-997-7223 or Bill 604-991-1777 736
912
16” FIBREGLASS Vanguard boat, 85 HP & 6 HP, many extras, $2000. Call: (604)847-9263
sardis holdings.
VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE
FREE TELUS TV/INTERNET FOR 1ST YEAR. LIMITED TIME OFFER.
MARINE
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~
ONLY 2 LEFT
1 bdrm + den...... $850 - $895/m 2 bdrms................ $1150 - $1200/m
FOR SALE BY OWNER
----- PRESSURE WASHING ----- LICENSED & INSURED -- HOUSES START AT $150 -- CALL ANTHONY 778*228*6302 (qualityonly.ca)
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Ideal Chilliwack liwack iwack location location. Walk to Leisure Centre, Hospital and Shopping. Parkade parking. Corner suites have quartz counter bars. Each suite has 4 stainless steel appliances in kitchen, front load washer/dryer. No pets. Adult Only.
Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms
Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt. Ref’s req’d. 604-799-1472 to view
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
New Luxury Apartments! 9155 Edward St., Chilliwack
Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments!
615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
SEMI-RETIRED CARPENTER available to fix things around your house or business. Call John for an estimate at (604)792-9199
2 coats any colour
CONCRETE & PLACING
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d. (604)792-8974
HOME REPAIRS
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 242
845 The Scrapper
1 bdrms start...$550/m Bachelor.........$520/m
MISC. FOR SALE
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 288
APARTMENT/CONDO
Bole Apartments
REAL ESTATE 236
TRANSPORTATION
Certified crime-free multi housing.
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.
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706
2 bedroom apartment. Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, in-suite washer & dryer, secure underground parking. $800/m. non-smoker, no pets, refs req’d. Avail June 1. Tasha 604-793-9000
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MOVING, must clear out stuff! 43216 South Sumas at Hopedale. Saturday 8AM to 4PM low prices. Wood cookstove / wood stove, etc.
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RENTALS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 MANX (Bobtail) Kittens, born March 25, 2 males , charcoal grey with stripes, $75, Mission, 604-820-4827
APARTMENT/CONDO
1 bedroom 9430 Nowell St. Hurry only one suite remains! ....$590/m. Freshly painted. Ready to move-in. Adult oriented. Incl. hot water heating & window coverings, 2 appl. N/p. Suites w/balcony, laundry on 1st flr, elevator w/wheelchair ramp, covered parking. 604-824-0264
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AUTO SERVICES
West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310
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OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
2014 RAZOR 1000, like new, 12 hours. $20,000. Call James, (604)793-8092
838
RECREATIONAL/SALE
1993 SLUMBER QUEEN CAMPER, 7’6” import, $2200, very good condition. (604)792-1227
Notice to Creditors and Others
Re: The estate of Wendy Jean Howard, formerly of 32-6035 Vedder Rd, Chilliwack, BC, V2R 1E5. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Wendy Jean Howard are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act (British Columbia) that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor Sherry Yung of 7307 Elm Rd., Agassiz, BC, V0M 1A2 on or before August 8, 2015, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2015 The Chilliwack Progress
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