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Rampant mailbox theft plagues region Canada Post won’t reveal details about crime problem Tyler OLSEN
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Thieves struck a major community mailbox hub in Abbotsford twice last week and have hit more than two dozen locations in Mission over the past two months. But Canada Post won’t reveal the full scope of the theft problem. Last Wednesday, Janay Froese arrived at her local community mailbox (CMB) at McMillan and Old Yale roads to find more than a dozen boxes opened. Two days later, she returned to find even more boxes had been entered at the site, which hosts more than 500 such units. “None of these were ripped off,” she said Friday, as she surveyed the damage. “This is all new.” The doors of some boxes were sheared off, while others had the locks ripped out. Unopened mail remained behind in at least two of the opened boxes. A contractor for Canada Post arrived just after Froese. He had been called to repair 13 boxes, and was surprised that more had been breached. A quick count showed a total of 31 boxes had been opened. Earlier this year, Abbotsford Police reported the region had 23 separate incidents in January and February. Const. Ian MacDonald did not have data on mail crime trends since then, but he said thefts seem to be down from two years ago, when the Lower Mainland was found to have the most mail crime in the nation. “That said, the magnitude of the theft is enormous,” he said, noting that stolen
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suspicious activities around our equipment, we ask that they contact police immediately.” TTT An informal News survey of the surrounding area revealed two other CMBs in a McMillan neighbourhood had been targeted. Commenters on The News’ Facebook site reported thefts at locations across the city, from Bradner to Sumas Prairie. In recent years, Canada Post
“Canada Post does its best to suppress news stories.” CUPW cites a report of 4,800 incidents over a five-year period in B.C. “The absence of national reporting of CMB break-ins and the refusal of Canada Post to release timely figures on the number of thefts from CMBs serves to undermine the ability of the public to evaluate Canada Post’s claims concerning the safety and security of
I’m not going to get into specifics because it would only benefit those who have little regard for law-abiding citizens.... Anick Losier has begun to install more secure boxes that are tougher for thieves to enter. Those generally have short, wide slots, while the older, more vulnerable boxes have square openings. The News did not receive an answer from Canada Post about how many old-style boxes had been replaced. On Monday, Abbotsford city council received a letter from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) that included a study conducted by the CUPW on the implications of home mail delivery. The authors wrote that
community mailbox delivery.” The report included a poll that found 7.6 per cent of respondents had mail stolen and 16.3 per cent had their CMB vandalized. TTT Canada Post has been trying to persuade customers that a move away from door-to-door service will not have a major impact on residents. Last December, Canada Post announced all door-to-door service in Abbotsford would stop by this fall, with mail to the 12,000 residents in the city’s core diverted to CMBs.
Thousands already received mail in such boxes. In Mission, the move was slated to affect 6,100 addresses. When the conversion in completed later this year, close to 99 per cent of residents will be served by CMBs. At Monday’s meeting of Abbotsford council, Coun. Brenda Falk asked about costs to the city due to the CMBs, such as vandalism reports to police, following correspondence from the CUPW about their concerns. She asked whether there are permit fees to install the mailboxes and help cover the costs to the city. According to city communication staff, the city will receive a $50 permit fee for each site – which will allow up to three multi-unit mailboxes – with an additional $50 fee for more boxes. There are about 385 proposed location sites for community mailboxes in Abbotsford. At a Mission council meeting in April, a large crowd of people came out to protest the change, with some accusing Canada Post of destroying a public service. Mission council had also voiced concerns over a lack of consultation regarding where CMBs will be located. – with files from Alex Butler and Jeff Nagel
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mail frequently turns up in the homes and vehicles of those arrested for other crimes. Mission has averaged close to one mailbox break-in every two days. “From June 1 to July 27, 2015 we had 26 incidents of theft from Canada Post mailboxes,” said Mission RCMP Sgt. Shaun Wright. He called it a “spike” in activity, but also noted that the thefts come in clusters. “Typically, people who do that are very prolific so they’ll hit a large number, five or 10, mailboxes at one time.” TTT Not all incidents are reported to police, with some citizens opting to go directly to Canada Post. A spokesperson for the Crown corporation would not reveal the number of incidents it has dealt with this year. Asked if things had changed since the winter, Canada Post media relations director Anick Losier wrote in an email: “I’m not going to get into specifics because it would only benefit those who have little regard for law-abiding citizens but I can confirm we are working closely with police.” Asked if matters had improved, Losier wrote: “for us (and the victims), one is too many ... Should anyone see any
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Drysdale predicted the fire danger will increase quickly, aided in Abbotsford News part by hot weather resuming this week. Temperatures in Abbotsford are slated to hit 29 C on Wednesday Although last weekend’s rain was a welcome relief from months and increase to 32 C on Friday. of hot, dry weather, the region still needs Last weekend, the various governmore precipitation to soothe its parched forment stakeholders which operate Sumas ests, according to fire information officer Mountain Interregional Park chose to close Marg Drysdale. a gate to the area after residents expressed Abbotsford received its largest dose of rain concern with fire danger and the possibiliin nearly four months with 21.3 millimety that a user might spark a blaze. tres falling on Friday. Additional rainfalls on According to the City of Abbotsford: “The Saturday and Sunday brought the three-day gate is being kept closed under the ditotal to 48.2 millimetres. rection of the Ministry of Forests, Metro The last time the city had received more Vancouver Parks and FVRD until such time than 10 millimetres of rain in a day was in as they see that the long-range forecasts mid-April. would mitigate potential fires.” The weekend rain moved the local fire danAt a city council meeting on Monday, ger rating from extreme to low. staff reported while the city remains under But it has been so dry for so long, that Stage 3 water restrictions, which includes Drysdale says much more precipitation is needed. A government map shows B.C. wildfire hotspots. a prohibition on lawn sprinkling, it seems unlikely that Stage 4 restrictions will be “It’s temporary, it’s good, it definitely gives necessary this year. Staff say they are continuing to monitor the some hydration to the smaller fuels,” she said. “What we need is substantial, sustained rain – enough that is city’s water reserves in case continued hot weather requires furgoing to hydrate the ground and hydrate the trees.” ther restrictions.
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An Abbotsford man has pleaded guilty to two offences in relation to a fatal crash that took place in March. Brandon Mitchell James Hayes, 19, pleaded guilty Thursday in Abbotsford provincial court to dangerous driving causing death and possession of stolen property over $5,000. Two additional charges – dangerous driving causing bodily harm and theft over $5,000 – are expected to be stayed. A pre-sentence report is scheduled to be presented in court on Sept. 8. Sentencing could take place that day or
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Foreign gamblers who bet up to $100,000 in a single hand in some B.C. casinos helped drive the provincial government’s gambling take to a record high last year. The B.C. Lottery Corporation’s net profit that goes to the province climbed 6.8 per cent to $1.25 billion in 2014-15, up $80 million from the previous year. The corporation’s annual report says the
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Average household debt in B.C. up 26 per cent Two-point interest rate hike would stress nearly three-quarters of those in debt Jeff NAGEL Black Press
High levels of debt mean many B.C. households may be under serious financial pressure once a long-expected climb in interest rates finally begins. British Columbians had an average of $99,834 in household debt in 2014, according to a new survey by Pollara conducted for BMO’s annual debt report. That’s up more than 26 per cent from $79,089 in 2013. According to the report, 58 per cent of B.C. households carry credit card debt despite the high interest rates they charge. That’s well above the national average of 52 per cent. It found 44 per cent in B.C. have mortgages and 10 per cent have student loans. Seventy-one per cent of B.C. respondents with household debt said they would be stressed if interest rates rose two points – significantly more than the national average of 64 per cent. “The sizable number of indebted households that would feel very strained by a relatively moderate increase in interest rates is concerning,” BMO senior economist Sal Guatieri said. “This is a worrisome side effect of a prolonged period of low interest rates...” Guatieri said the rising household debt levels may be partly explained in some areas by rapidly ris-
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Canada Post has a major problem which it would prefer not to talk about. Anectodal evidence and police reports indicate theft from community mailboxes is rampant. We’d like to let you know exactly how many times the communal boxes have been hit in Abbotsford and Mission this year, and in previous years. We’d like to inform you how much it has cost to repair or replace all those jimmied locks and pried box doors, which must be in the hundreds annually. We’d like to tell you how many pieces of mail have gone missing, and how many customers have been impacted. However, Canada Post is not sharing those details. Considering the issue involves millions of customers of this government-owned public service, the lack of forthcoming information is completely unacceptable. A Canada Post communications representative responded to The News’ request for numbers by saying that discussing “specifics” would only
benefit criminals. What a ridiculous statement. Using that addled logic, police departments should not tell the public how many murders have been committed, or how many vehicles have been stolen, or how many homes have been broken into in their communities. An uninformed public is a happier public, right? Oh, how wrong. Many citizens are understandably dismayed to see community mailboxes replacing door-to-door mail service. And Canada Post adds insult to injury by suppressing details on the magnitude of the theft problem. It is a travesty that The News has to file federal access to information requests to access these statistics. That is data that should be freely and easily accessible. The MPs of our communities should be applying intense pressure on Canada Post to cough up the uncomfortable details on this chronic problem, exactly how it’s being dealt with, and the associated costs.
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Abbotsford is one of the easiest places to build homes, according to a Fraser Institute survey of Lower Mainland cities’ residential land-use regulations and policies. Abbotsford was the least regulated of the 10 cities in the region that generated sufficient survey responses, according to the Fraser Institute, a think tank that promotes free-market policies. Compliance costs and fees added up to an average of $14,357 per home in Abbotsford. That figure is the lowest in the Lower Mainland and compares to a high of $40,000 per home in the District of North Vancouver, which was labelled the most-regulated municipality. The survey found that while Abbotsford’s average approval timeline of 11.1 months for proposed homes was similar to other cities, developers
ranked the city as the least obstructionist of the 10 municipalities with the most responses. The survey also found that most residential developments in the region require rezoning, and that Abbotsford is no exception, with 72 per cent of proposals needing alterations to zoning bylaws. When rezoning is needed, it takes slightly less time than average to go through the process in Abbotsford. Survey respondents were also asked how the development process was affected by council and community groups. They reported Abbotsford was relatively open to new building, ranking it fourth out of 10 communities, with a rating of 2.29 out of five, where a lower rating is more encouraging to development. The results came from a questionnaire sent to industry associations last fall. Data was obtained from 43 anonymous respondents, most of whom specialize in multi-unit developments.
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Car thefts surged 29 per cent across B.C. last year – reversing a decade-long decline – and that was one of the factors behind a significant increase in the overall crime rate in the Lower Mainland. The crime rate was up eight per cent in 2014 in Metro Vancouver and seven per cent in the Abbotsford-Mission census metropolitan area, according to Statistics Canada. In addition to auto theft, B.C. also saw increases in thefts under $5,000, break-and-enters, and child pornography.
The property crimes and car thefts are often linked, according to Insp. Peter Jadis, officer in charge of the Integrated Municipal Provincial Auto Crime Team (IMPACT). “The people that we’re dealing with are seasoned criminals,” Jadis said. “Usually when we do apprehend them there’s evidence of other crimes being committed – identify theft, fraud, drug dealing – and they’re using the vehicles for transportation and to facilitate these different crimes.” Jadis said Canada Post’s investigators believe many mail box
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thefts followed a decline from 2003 to 2013 due to a combination of better car security technology, intelligence-led policing, the tracking of prolific criminals and the use of the Bait Car program to catch thieves in the act. The recent resurgence of the problem has continued this year, with a 40 per cent increase in arrests so far for theft of or theft from vehicles, Jadis said. Part of the problem is that criminals have been adjusting their tactics to thwart police, often ditching stolen vehicles faster. “We’re seeing offenders rotating the vehicle a bit more. In the past they’d keep them 10 to 14 days, but we’re seeing some of them now rotating the vehicles every three or four days.” Thieves are increasingly stealing cars by first stealing their keys. Keys can disappear from your clothes in a locker at a gym or rec centre, or from inside your house, Jadis said. Often, he said, a thief will break into a vehicle that has a garage door opener, use it to get into the home, then search for a spare pair of car keys, along with anything else that can be stolen. Or, if the car is stolen elsewhere, they can use the insurance papers to get the address and use the garage door opener to enter and loot the home. Jadis said IMPACT officers are developing a new model to strategically target suspects known to them who are likely to be involved in auto crime. While car thefts and other property crime climbed in 2014, violent crime fell eight per cent in B.C., according to new national statistics. That was despite 88 homicides across the province, a 15 per cent increase.
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UFV researcher awarded $100k grant for research A University of the Fraser Valley chemist has received a federal research grant for his hightech exploration of the hidden processes that shape our world. Noham Weinberg will get $100,000 over five years for work on theoretical studies of chemical systems and reactions at high pressure. Weinberg runs UFV’s Molecular Modeling Lab, where he and students use computers to carry out simulated experiments, which are then evaluated using sophisticated software. Weinberg, who was the recipient of UFV’s 2013 Research Excellence Award, earned the grant through a competition for the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council’s Discovery Grants Program. That program funds research in a range of science disciplines and aims to build research capacity in Canada. “This project, like so many others at UFV, takes our faculty and their students into the frontiers of their discipline. What better way to teach critical thinking and problem-solving skills and to make a difference in the lives we serve,” said UFV president Mark Evered in a news release.
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Two concerts in park Aug. 1 Let loose with the upbeat, summery energy of two local acts on Saturday, Aug. 1: Joel Willoughby will play from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Midnight Lions from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mill Lake (2387 Ware St.). Pop singer-songwriter Joel Willoughby’s melodies are sunshine-smooth, inspired by and infused with his myriad life experiences as part of a family of world-travellers. His music has been featured on the TV show Heartland, and he
has released multiple EPs that include both covers and original songs. Midnight Lions incorporates voice, feel, and energy into a rocking yet harmonious sound with a cohesive four-piece band: Alison May on keys, Simon Menard on guitar, Brandon Clark with a thunderous bass, and Conor Barclay on drums. The Lions’ blend of vocals, guitar, and keyboard riffs into upbeat rhythms are sure to please. For more information visit abbotsfordartscouncil.org.
Poppies raise record $60,000 in 2014 The Abbotsford branch of the Royal Canadian Legion has been busy distributing the record $60,000 raised in the 2014 Poppy Fund Campaign. Funds raised in November go to a variety of Legionsponsored programs, including bursaries to the children or grandchildren of Canadian Forces veterans.
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a Newfoundland forester. Also through the Legion, several Second World War and Korean War veterans and/ or their widows have received assistance – such as extra support for home and health needs – due to their changing needs caused by aging. The B.C.-Yukon command of the Canadian Legion has also been given some of the local funds. This money is used to assist modern veterans who have served in places such as Bosnia and Afghanistan. Many of these soldiers are being treated for posttraumatic stress disorder. Families of these veterans are also receiving needed resources.
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Prospera Credit Union’s Theatre Under the Stars returns this summer. The free outdoor movies series, shown on a three-storey-high big screen, takes place in Abbosford twice in August. Both events are held at Rotary Stadium after the sun goes down. The first is on Friday, Aug. 14, when Big Hero 6 will be shown. The second is on Thursday, Aug. 27, when Cinderella will be the featured movie. Donations on both nights will be collected for Success by 6, a partnership of the United Way, Credit Unions of B.C., the Ministry of Children and Family Development, and aboriginal and community leaders. The program encourages citizens to build and fund programs tha t include cultural programs and resources, literacy, nutrition, child care and more for kids under six years old and their families. Cinema Under the Stars also takes place twice in Mission at Fraser River Heritage Park. The movie Home will be shown on Saturday, Aug. 22, and Big Hero 6 will be shown on Saturday, Aug. 29. Donations on both nights will be collected for the Mission Heritage Association.
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The John Welsh Band performs at the Envision Financial Concert in the Park series on Saturday night in Mill Lake Park. Also performing that day was Scott MacKenzie and Friends. The concerts in the park run every Saturday at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until Sept. 27, near the Kariton Gallery off of Ware Street.
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Abbotsford Whalers swimmer John West competes in preliminaries at the club’s annual swim meet.
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Mervin Jerodico stole the show at the Abbotsford Whalers’ annual swim meet at Centennial Pool this past weekend. The Division 4 swimmer went on to secure four golds while achieving personal bests. “Mervin was definitely the standout of the swim meet,” said coach Bill Murray. “He was knocking one or two seconds off personal best times. “To be consistently getting better at that pace in Div. 4 is rare. It’s usually just a tenth of a second or so,” said Murray, adding that Jerodico is well-deserved of the success as the middle school student is humble but extremely hardworking. Jerodico won the 100-metre freestyle and backstroke events, and 50-metre freestyle and butterfly events. Jerodico’s sister Mary Rose along with Fallon Quast and Amy Connorton were also notable performers at the pool as each took home gold in the four events they participated in. Mary Rose (Div. 2) won the 100m individual medley (IM), 100m freestyle, 50m backstroke and 50m freestyle events. Quast (Div. 5) won the 200m IM, 100m butterfly, 50m butterfly and 100m freestyle events, while Connorton (Div. 4) took gold in the 200m IM, 100m freestyle, 100m breaststroke and 50m butterfly events. “The four have been quite consistent throughout the year, usually winning their events,” Murray said. The Whalers dominated their home meet, medalling in over 90 per cent of events. There were 130 Whalers swimmers with upwards of 400 swimmers in total at the meet. The junior swimmers performed well, with many improving on personal bests, Murray said. He added that the club’s swimmers, in general, have seen almost double the amount of personal best times registered throughout the year. “It’s a big transition year for the club as well, with a new executive and coaching staff,” said Murray. The Whalers will now look to regionals, which run Aug. 7 to 9 at Centennial Outdoor Pool in Abbotsford.
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Hammer throwers eye gold at national championships Brandon KOSTINUK Abbotsford News
Two Abbotsford athletes enter this year’s national youth track and field championships ranked as the top two in their division. Valley Royals teammates Vikramjit Gondara and Jayden Driver will be heading to the 2015 National Youth Track & Field Championships ranked one and two, respectively, in the Canadian youth hammer throw category. Both were named to the 2015 BC/Yukon Command Legion Team last week. Coming from the same city and the same school — W.J. Mouat — and training under the same Royals coach, Harold Willers, there’s a degree of rivalry. But according to Willers, not so much that there’s any detriment. “They have both come a long way. Gondara has been throwing with the Royals for about three years … while Driver started late last year,” said Willers, who won’t be joining the boys in St. Therese, Que. Gondara told The News he feels pretty good, and is excited about the opportunity ahead. “This is my first time going to Quebec. I’m not really nervous.” Confidence is easy to come by for the Abbotsford native as he has been accumulating gold medals while tallying recordbreaking tosses since entering the track and field scene just a few years ago. In 2012, he secured three gold medal finishes at the B.C. Junior development champi-
onships in the 13-yearold boys division. One was for the hammer throw, which he threw nearly 10 metres further than his secondplace counterpart. The other two were in the discus and shot put events. Gondara then shattered the meet record in the U16 boys hammer throw in the 2014 Canadian Legion Youth Track and Field Championships when he notched a 59.44metre toss, 5.5 metres farther than the previous record. He then followed up those feats with two
top-place finishes in the hammer throw and discus contests at the 2014 BC Summer Games in Nanaimo. On Gondara’s heels is teammate Driver, who said there’s definitely a friendly rivalry between them. “He’s beating me now, but I plan on beating him for Legions.” Driver said he’s been making personal bests in practice. “I’ve been training non-stop for two years. I’m feeling pretty confident. I think I’m going to do really well.” At last year’s B.C. high school track and
field championships, Driver picked up gold in the hammer and discus events, and managed bronze in the shot put. The Mouat student said he recognizes Gondara is likely to be his toughest competition, but can’t wait to trade throws with his Valley teammate. Also competing out of the Royals camp is Chilliwack’s Rowan Hamilton. He enters as the No. 1-ranked hammer throw for the midget division. The national youth championships run Aug. 7 to 9.
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First round finish The Abbotsford Cardinals’ post-season run came to an abrupt halt on Saturday. Facing the regular season champions North Shore Twins in the opening round of the B.C. Premier Baseball League in a best-of-three series, Abbotsford were unable to score, losing 7-0 and 5-0 in games one and two.
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
CLASS 1 DRIVER WANTED B-Train & fork lift experience required. Deliveries in the Fraser Valley. Fax resume to 604-826-7830 or email to: grassisgreener131@gmail.com
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5 positions, F/T, permanent for Speedoline Transport Ltd. of #201 30519 Blueridge Drive Abbotsford BC V2T 0B1. Yard Address: 2102 Peordonville RD, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6K8 Required: Class 1 D/L with air certificate, good English lang. skills, 1yr experience, no formal education required. Duties: Drive (straight and articulated trucks) goods to various destinations across Canada and the USA as single or team driver. Trip planning using GPS and other navigation aides. Conduct pre-trip and en-route inspection. Receive and relay information to the dispatcher. Prepare bill of lading and trans-border documentation. Write logbooks and reports. Loading and unloading of truck. Ensure safety of goods. Oversee the condition of vehicle & inspect tires, lights, brakes. Perform other related duties. Will train new drivers who can run in Team. Wage: Salary: $24 hourly for 50 hours per week, Overtime wages: $32.25 after 50 hours, Extended health benefits and $2000 Hiring Bonus of 2 installments of $1000, one after 3 months and another after 6 months of employment. Contact: 1.604.746.5015 Send resume by email to: speedolinemail@gmail.com or by Fax 1.604.746.5016
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BC Cancer Foundation 32900 Marshall Road Abbotsford, BC V2S 0C2 604.851.4736 bccancerfoundation.com
Supporting the BC Cancer Agency
CARMAN Dorothy (nee Dorrington)
It is with great sadness we announce that Dorothy passed away on July 25, 2015 at the age of 90. Dorothy is survived by her two sons, Garry (Mariette) and Brian (Noeleen); her three grandchildren, Christine (Tyson), Neal (Kendall) and Sean. She will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews in England and BC. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, Ronald in 2001. She was also predeceased by her five sisters and brother, all of whom lived in England. Dorothy was born in Thornaby on Tees in England on January 16, 1925. She married her husband, Ronald in 1945 while he was serving with the RCAF in England, and came to Canada as a war bride in 1946. They farmed in Rosedale, BC, but after Ron was affected by polio in 1959 they left the farm and moved to Burnaby, in 1967. Dorothy and Ron retired to Abbotsford in 1985. Dorothy will always be remembered for how supportive she was to Ron and her family. She was a great lady who made many friends along the way, who loved life to the end and never lost her sense of humour. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at 11:00 am at Henderson’s Fraser Valley Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. Donations may be made to: Canadian Hemochromatosis Society: www.toomuchiron.ca Tributes and condolences may be left at: www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com
Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534
ROGALSKY Elisabeth
SOUSEDIK
Feb. 11, 1914 ~ July 24, 2015
Cindy
Born in Orloff, Russia, she immigrated to Canada in 1926. Elisabeth married David D. Rogalsky on April 2, 1939; residing in Alberta prior to moving to Abbotsford, BC in 1970. Predeceased by her loving husband David D. Rogalsky in 1979, and one great-grandchild, Tyrelle Ryan McCaig in 1995. Elisabeth enjoyed homemaking, singing, traveling, community involvement and attaining her master’s degree in advice giving. She is survived by her six children Alexander (Lillian) of Abbotsford, Waldemar (Judy) of Keremeos, BC, Marlene Siemens (Jonathan) of Lethbridge, AB, Lorena Siemens (Ralph) Innisfail, AB, Elvira Boldt (Harold) of Calgary, AB, Kathleen Wiebe (Rudy) of Carvel, AB, 17 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-grandchildren, her sister Nettie Dyck, extended family and friends. Elisabeth spent her last few days at Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission, BC, and died peacefully at the grand age of 101 years. Thank you to all her care givers who offered expressions of compassion and support. A Viewing will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2015 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, July 31, 2015 at 1:30 pm at Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. Online condolences to the family may be made at:
Mrs. Cindy Sousedik, late of Abbotsford, BC, passed away on July 16, 2015 at the age of 56 at Christine Morrison Hospice. She is survived by her children, Jason (Haley), Sarah (Chris); grandchildren, Alannah, Christopher, Payton, Nicholas, Ayiana, Julian, Isaiah, Malaya, Tanner and Nylah; 7 brothers and sisters; many nieces and nephews; family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Barbara Mowll. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Henderson’s Fraser Valley Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com
Woodlawn Funeral Home 604-853-2643
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8 positions, F/T, permanent for Triple Eight Transport Inc. of 2548 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 2Y4. Required: Class 1 D/L with air certificate, good English lang. skills, 1yr experience, no formal education required. Duties: Drive (straight and articulated trucks) goods to various destinations across Canada and the USA as single or team driver. Trip planning using GPS and other navigation aides. Conduct pre-trip and en-route inspection. Receive and relay information to the dispatcher. Prepare bill of lading and trans-border documentation. Write logbooks and reports. Loading and unloading of truck. Ensure safety of goods. Oversee the condition of vehicle & inspect tires, lights, brakes. Perform other related duties. Will train new drivers who can run in Team. Wage: $24/hr for 50hrs per week, Overtime wages: $32.25 after 50 hrs. $750 bonus one after 1 month of employment, $1000 bonus after one year of safe driving. Yard Address: 2102 Peordonville Road, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 6K8 Send resume and abstract to: triple8jobs@gmail.com or by Fax 1.604.755.2286
Golden Eagle Group is looking for three Agriculture Farm Supervisors, specializing in agricultural land managing, to support blueberry and cranberry operations in Pitt Meadows, BC. Work will commence as soon as possible. Candidates require knowledge in drainage & irrigation, disease and crop infestation; have sound knowledge of crop activity planning; must be able to maintain and operate with financial and production records; have experience in dealing with machinery suppliers; will be responsible for supervising general farm workers; maintain project timelines and budget performance; inspect and maintain farm equipment and fixtures; perform some general farm duties. Work is outdoors, in all weather conditions and is physically demanding. Pay is $14.00/hour.
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HELP WANTED Davis Quality Meats
HIRING immed. FULL-TIME FOR THE FALL:
Sausage Maker/Receiver Duties: - using meat grinder - linking sausage - loading smokehouse - unloading trucks - clean up
Meat Wrapper / Front End Clerk Duties: - customer service & cash - deli and bacon slicing - meat wrapping - linking sausage - packaging and labelling
Drop off resume or fill out an application at: DAVIS QUALITY MEATS
2844 Mt. Lehman Road. Abbotsford
Serious Applicants Only
Please email resume to: fosterl1@telus.net or fax 604-853-5487
HELP WANTED
After School Care Positions .Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
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Qualifications: Training and/or experience in ECE / Child related training or 20 hour Responsible Adult Certification, clear criminal record check, and First Aid cert. Includes flexible working hours for students! If this is something that interests you, we would like to hear from you!
FARM WORKERS
20 FARM LABOURERS REQUIRED at RANDHAWA FARMS LTD. 5 or 6 days a week 40 or 50 hours/week $10.49/hr Greenhouse work such as picking, pruning, twisting and other misc greenhouse labour. Employment starts immediate
Fax: 604-864-8858 33677 Hallert Rd. Abbotsford
Please send cover letter/resume to: handhand@telus.net BLIND & DRAPERY INSTALLER. Must have own van. Criminal record check. Some ladder work. $2000+/month. Call 604-820-1679
CHICKEN CATCHERS
GREENHOUSE WORKERS Needed right away for Mount Lehman Vegetable Farm, Mount Lehman Rd., Abbotsford Starting wage $10.49/hour. No experience necessary, we will train. Send resumes to:
Fax: 604-856-3360 Email: mtlveg@shaw.ca
WANTED Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity! Abby. 604-857-2221
EGG COLLECTOR / LABOURER req’d P/T weekends & holidays. Perfect for students. Duties incl. barn work such as sweeping, dusting, etc. Please send resume to: eggcollectors@gmail.com
Food Service Supervisors 3 Food Service Supervisors reqd. Sal$13.00, F/T, Pmt, Edu. High School & 1+ yrs exp. Lang: English. Duties: Supervise and coordinate activities. Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures. Establish work schedule. Estimate and order ingredients and supplies. Ensure quality control. Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage. Prepare and submit reports. May take of customer’s orders, stock refrigerators or receive payments. Work locations are at 6-2054 Whatcom Rd, Abbotsford, 32520 South Fraser Way Abbotsford and 32530 Lougheed Hwy, Mission, BC. To apply contact Karim from A&W Restaurants via: Email: iiifastfood@gmail.com Or Fax: 604.431.0797
To unload 5 - 50 lb. pieces of product off trucks to re-palletize onto skids for receiving in warehouses. Hand-bombing - no machinery used. Nightshift and weekend work. Mandatory - Must have reliable transportation to & from work, steel toed footwear.
EDUCATION
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
HELP WANTED
LABOURERS NEEDED
Golden Eagle Group is a blueberry and cranberry farm located in Pitt Meadows, B.C., Canada
Hand in Hand Child Care Society has some great opportunities opening up! We are seeking before & after school care Managers and Supervisors, Preschool Supervisors, and School Age Care and Preschool Assistants for our programs in September 2015!
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Please fax resume to: (604) 682-6183 Attention: Enrico Peraga
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Ice Cream Vendors
Earn Extra MONEY! Cash Paid Daily. Must have Drivers License
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LOCAL Bottled Water Company has an upcoming position for a full time Bottler/driver. This is an entry level position ideal for a candidate looking to grow with our company. Must be physically able to lift 80 lbs. Drop off a resume and drivers abstract to Ripples Bottled Water at 14-2337 Townline Rd , Abbotsford Attn Pam
TUG SKIPPER Full time senior & junior positions available. Minimum Limited Master <60GT Certificate required. Apply via email: alertbaytowing@cablerocket.com
or fax to 250-974-5216.
Vantage Way 7979 Vantage Way, Delta, V4G 1A6
Pressroom Helpers/ Stackers
We have several openings for Press Helpers/ Stackers at our Delta location. Preference given to those with experience in this field, but is not necessary. Shifts are 12 hours/3 shifts per week or 9.5 hours/4 shifts per week. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. References required. Starting wage is $14.31/hr. Interested applicants should email their resume and references to Linda Wischoff at: lwischoff@blackpress.ca Competition closes: August 15, 2015 We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
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Required full-time, permanent for La Rosa de Matsqui of 28711 Huntingdon Rd., Aldergrove, BC V4W 2T7. Wage: $22/hr, 40 hrs per week, Requires: Diploma or Degree, 3 yrs experience & class 5 licence required. Good English communication skills, Duties: Install, repair, test and maintain Power generators, Motors and all other equipment.
COOK SUSHI CHEF
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Landscaping, new lawns, rototilling, mowing, power raking, fences, ret. walls, hedging, pruning, maint. program.604-832-8304, 604-832-8305.
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The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News is part of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Lisa Prophet, Advertising Manager The News 22611 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge V2X 3K1 Email: admanager@mapleridgenews.com
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TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. Cream color, males. $800. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
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DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or large jobs. 604-859 -1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696
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in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
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Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, is highly motivated and has the ability to multi-task, along with strong organizational and communication skills. You will also be proficient in Mac, Excel and Word programs along with strong typing skills.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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PETS
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SALES
MISSION TOPSOIL â&#x153;Ś Screened Topsoil
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
Call for Free Estimate
MIND BODY SPIRIT
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
FRUIT & VEGETABLES
2 coats any colour
Lawn Mowing - Fertilizing Power Raking - Aeration Moss & Weed Control Hedging - Pruning Pressure Washing Rubbish Removal
Call 604-287-1988
604-746-0099
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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
Mission
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359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
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OASIS SPA
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GARDENING
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ELECTRICAL
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with 3yr + exp. Apply with resume in person to: Suishaya Japanese Restaurant, #260 - 32500 South Fraser Way, in Town Square Shopping Ctr.
PERSONAL SERVICES
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Clean and well-kept living environment Tenant parking On site laundry Live in site manager Call Ray 604.768.5361 www.capilanopropertymanagement.com
Abbotsford News Wednesday, July 29, 2015 A27 RENTALS 751
TRANSPORTATION
SUITES, UPPER
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
ABBOTSFORD. 3 bdrm. upper of house, 2 full ba, 2000 sf. Ns/np. Avail now $1800/mo. 778-552-4737
752 551
GARAGE SALES
ABBOTSFORD
551
FLEA MARKET
2 Day Toonie Days
CLOSED July 26 & August 2nd
Wednesday July 29th & Thursday July 30th Shoes & Clothing $2/each
Reopening August 9th For Info 604-859-7540
#7 ~ 31550 S. Fraser Way Across from Mandarin Garden (REGULAR) STORE HOURS Mon. to Sat. 9:30 ~ 4:30 pm COME AND VISIT US!! All proceeds go to Womans Life Recovery Home (Abbotsford)
FOR SALE BY OWNER
551
LIFE’S SECOND CHANCE THRIFT STORE
REAL ESTATE 625
GARAGE SALES
GARAGE SALES
MISSION M.C.C. THRIFT SHOP Collectibles Sale
RICK EDEN
All Collectibles 50% Off 32608 Fraser Crescent 604-826-1515
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
ABBOTSFORD
Great View
SENIORS DISCOUNTS
Call
RICK EDEN 604.854.4888 FREE
Property Evaluation
Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.
Call 604-852-7350 ABBOTSFORD
MEADOWOOD
25 Year Gold Master Medallion Recipient
MISSION - 7544 Dunsmuir St. Walk to WCE. 5 bdrm. 3 bath, granite, ldry room. 2nd kitchen & dining area in bsmt. Large deck w/canopy. Separate garage, RV parking, fruit trees. 604-826-4909 or email boat1@hotmail.com
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
Landmark/Rick Eden Agencies
Apartment & Townhouse Complex
RENTALS
Phone 604-852-4696 or Email
706
meadowood@ pacificquorum.com
APARTMENT/CONDO
Abbotsford Central
Apartments
Mountainview - Bakerview
1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances
THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE
Townhouses 1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances
LET’S MAKE A DEAL NEW LOWER RENTS SENIOR’S DISCOUNT 1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP w/View Fam./Pet ok. $39,900 w/$575pad Chuck 604-830-1960
1 & 2 Bedroom Suites
DON’T OVERPAY! rtmihomes.com “Your Smart Housing Solution” Canada’s Largest provider of manufactured housing. Text or call (844-334-2960). In stock 16’/20’/22’ Homes on Sale Now!
Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.
✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets Conveniently located at
New SRI *1296 s/f Double wides fr $85,488. *New SRI 14’ wides fr $69,988. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net
MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES. NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~
VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE Any Age - Abbotsford, Ruskin 55+ Abby, Ruskin, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960
ABBOTSFORD Lge 1 bdrm condo, F/p, w/d. Nr 5 corner. Ns/np. Very secure u/g parking. Avail. immed. $800/mo. 604-613-3690 Abbotsford / Mission – $685 1 bedroom suites now available. Take your pick, Classic or Renovated McCallum / Marshall area. 778-344-2787
Find That Perfect Rental Property - 100’s of Local Listings. 604-226-8038 Visit: www.cdnhomefinders.ca
Thru to October
11210 Sylvester Road
757
1994 BMW 320i, green, VIN# WBACB2324RFA20939 owned by Abiem Abiem Deng for the amount owed of $754.25 1995 HONDA ACCORD, green VIN# 1HGCD7250SA801688 owned by Adams Tannis Alandra for the amount owed of $948.22
WANTED TO RENT MATURE COUPLE
Looking for long term rental home. 3 bedroom, double garage in quiet Abbotsford or Mission neighborhood. Excellent references. Available now to mid August. Call or email:
THE MATTER OF THE WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT
• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
706
MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $660 & 2 bdrm starting $840. 1.5 ba, ht/hw & prkg incl. Games rm Criminal Record check may be req. 33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.
818
SIMPSON MINI STORAGE. of 30666 Simpson Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Claims a warehouseman’s lien against the following persons. Goods left in storage at the Simpson Mini Storage, if not paid in full on or before the date stated the goods will be sold or disposed of: CHRISTINE JOHNSON Date of Sale After August 12, 2015 AMOUNT OWING: $494.40
CARS - DOMESTIC
1996 LUMINA 112,000 kms. Air, tilt, cruise, p/w, p/l, new tires, runs great. $1,500. Call 778-344-4817.
ADAM PRONAY Date of Sale After August 12, 2015 AMOUNT OWING: $1,159.71
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS .
OAKMONT MANOR Member - Crime Free Program
1 bdrm. $650/mo. 2 bdrm. 1 bath $770/mo. 2 bdrm. 2 bath. $800/mo. Close to schools & shopping Bus stop out front. Free covered parking. Sorry NO DOGS or CATS allowed. 33370 George Ferguson Way
604-855-0883 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL ABBOTSFORD. Attractive office & or Retail Spaces avail. All located within Abbotsford’s business core. Right now we can accomodate your needs up to 11,000 sq. ft. Ph. Frank Noort Investments 604-835-6300. ABBOTSFORD INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE. 3000 sq ft High ceilings, 2 bay doors, 3 phase power. Extra loft. Across from Sports Centre & UFV. Reasonable rate. 604-859-4315
2000 VW PASSAT for parts, runs, needs transmission, $1,000. obo. Call 604-302-3281.
Warehouse Lien
2008 VW PASSAT, silver, exc. cond low kms, 1 owner, new tires, loaded, sunroof, leather, all options, fully serviced. $12,500 obo 604-791-7892
29092 Fraser Highway, Abbotsford
2011 VOLKSWAGON JETTA - Turbo Diesel, 6 speed standard, a/c, heated seats. 80,000 kms. $15,500. (250)256-9158
838
Jack’s Towing Will be selling the following vehicles on August 5, 2015 for non payment.
851
TRUCKS & VANS
RECREATIONAL/SALE
1995 Class C M/H, 23’, Chevy 350, slps 6, fully equip, very clean, runs well. $11,000obo. (604)819-6037
845
1993 Acura Integra VIN JH4DB165XDS801035 Debtor Rene Caelin Amount Owing $1479.63 1997 Mercedes VIN WDBJF72F4VA157866 Debtor Kirk Rempel Amount Owing $4335.55
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029
2002 Ford Taurus VIN 1FAFP53U52G255230 Debtor Joanne Atkinson Amount Owing $1759.45 2009 FORD RANGER, V6, 64,000 km’s, excellent condition. Outfitted with in truck tent, locking tailgate, leather box cover, 6 foot box. $11,000
778-242-1373 Abbotsford
COMMERCIAL SPACE for Lease: 1556 sf. #106 - 33643 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford. 604-850-7731. MISSION AREA. 800 SF SHOP. Available now. $450 + gst + hydro + gas. Security check and references. No Living Quarters. 604-820-0808
736
HOMES FOR RENT
MISSION 1 Bdrm. + shop. Hatzic Prairie. $700/mo. + 1/2 damage deposit. Avail. now. Call before 9:00 pm. 604-820-6852.
741
OFFICE/RETAIL
ABBOTSFORD
500 sq. ft. ~ 2nd Floor. Newly renovated. Large reception area with 2 private offices. Available Immediately
11 LOCATIONS
Call Elmer 604-850-4242
Inquire About Current Rental Incentives...
746
ROOMS FOR RENT
ABBOTSFORD *CLEAN ROOMS* Bsmt rooms $425. Main floor rooms $450 incl utils & lndry 604-854-1000 ABBOTSFORD ROOM FOR RENT $425/mo. Avail now. 778-552-4418.
747
MISSION
RV PADS RV Sites $345/mo.
CEDARWOOD MANOR * * * *
APARTMENT/CONDO
ABBOTSFORD RENOVATED SUITES • Bachelor • 1 Bdrm. • 2 Bdrm.
TRANSPORTATION
RENTALS
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE On McCallum Road
Call Pamela 604-751-2934 or 604-302-8143 or E-mail: abbotleasing1@mainst.biz
604-853-0333
Friday to Sunday July 31, Aug 1 & 2 11:00 am ~ 4:00 pm
www.pacificquorum.com Pacific Quorum Properties Inc
PET FRIENDLY BUILDINGS! FOR LEASING & INFO.
ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo. No Pets Hot water included. Quiet, parklike setting.
Antique / Collectibles
3046 Clearbrook Road
Phone 604-556-7705 NEW 14x70 2 bdrm, 2 bath in 55+ Abby Park. $92,988 with $515/pad rent. $4600 down. $1061 total/mo. 604-830-1960
Off the Beaten Track
RENTALS
Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail.
Selling Your Home?
MISSION
TOWNHOUSES
MISSION: 3 BDRM TOWNHOUSE, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-820-1715
(604)854-6209 dblt@shaw.ca
Available Now!
DEROCHE. 12 x 50 modular home w/addition. On large pad. Low pad rent. $45,000 obo. 604-832-1514
GARAGE SALES
Now through till Aug 1
REAL ESTATE 639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES
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MINTU’S AUTO TOWING LTD 2191 Windsor Street, Abbotsford, 604-807-4200 will auction off the vehicled listed on July 30th if left unpaid;
Friendly Management 2 Bedroom Suites Insuite Laundry Adult Oriented
604-820-0128 MISSION
HABITAT APARTMENTS 33366 2nd Ave. Mission
1 Bedroom suite $635 2 Bedroom suite $750
Sewer, water, hot showers incl. Electricity, metered. Heated washrooms, ldry, 20-25 min E. of Mission Hwy #7. Walking distance to local general store, near post office, gas LCB outlets etc. 604-826-2741.
749
STORAGE
LOCKABLE STORAGE / WORKSHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in. Small sizes available. 6 am - 10 pm access. Chase Monday - Friday. 8 am - 5 pm. 604-826-2383
750
SUITES, LOWER
Newly painted , some with new or near new flooring. Quiet, well managed, on site Manager. Undercover parking. Coin Laundry. Near library and downtown. NO Pets.
ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm suite. Fairfield area. Sep. living/dining room. Ns/np. Avail. now. 778-809-2214
604-826-2538
CLEARBROOK Bright 1 bdrm suite Aug. 1st. $650/mo. incl. utils/cable. Ns/np 604-832-1685, 604-832-1890
Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 604-854-6397
ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm. Townline area. Aug 1. Incl utils. No ldry. N/p. $650. 604-832-7567; 604-300-3716
MISSION. 2 or 3 bsmt. bdrm. suite in new house. Close shops, hospital & highway. Ns/np. Reasonable and serious inquiries only. Avail. now. Calll 604-820-1529
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BIGGEST EVENT OF THE YEAR MAX F. FORD EMPLOYEE
BAILIE P. FORD EMPLOYEE
NEW 2015 Fusion SE
NEW 2015 Fiesta Hatchback S
2.5L, 6 SPEED AUTO, REAR CAMERA, ADVANCE TRAC, POWER GROUP, ANTI THEFT, SYNC, MEDIA HUB W/4.2” LCD, KEYLESS ENTRY. #FNF26902
1.6L, SYNC, ANTI THEFT, AIR COND,ADVANCE TRAC, KEYLESS ENTRY, TVC. #FEF56641
$
MSRP $
16,664
MSRP EMPLOYEE PRICE DISCOUNT
FINAL SALE PRICE
$
EMPLOYEE PRICE DISCOUNT
–$2,900
FORD FINANCE CASH
13,764
FINAL SALE PRICE
$
26,099 –$1,740 –$500
23,047
NEW 2015 Escape SE 2.5, 6 SPEED AUTO, REAR CAMERA, ADVANCE TRAC, POWER GROUP, ANTI THEFT, SYNC, MEDIA HUB W/4.2” LCD, KEYLESS ENTRY, ROOF RACK, CARGO PACKAGE. #EF165423
$
28,039 –$3,298 –$750
MSRP EMPLOYEE PRICE DISCOUNT SUV, CUV, MINI VAN LOYALTY REBATE
$
FINAL SALE PRICE
23,991
PLUS GET 1.29% FINANCING FOR 72 MONTHS!
PLUS GET 0.79% FINANCING FOR 72 MONTHS!
PLUS GET 2.49% FINANCING FOR 72 MONTHS!
------- YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY! -------
------- YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY! -------
------- YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY! -------
NEW 2015 Exlplorer 4x4 LTD
NEW 2015 F-150 Supercab XLT 4x4
3.5 L, BLIND SPOT MONITORING, LANE KEEPING, ACTIVE PARK ASSIST, HEATED STEERING WHEEL, NAVIGATION. #EXP43088
3.5L TIVCT V-6, 6 SPEED AUTO, POWER GROUP SYNC, KEYLESS ENTRY, ANTI THEFT, AIR. #F1E30925
$
MSRP EMPLOYEE PRICE DISCOUNT SUV CONQUEST
FINAL SALE PRICE
$
52,539 –$6,612 –$750
$
MSRP EMPLOYEE PRICE DISCOUNT MSA FINANCE CASH
45,177
FINAL SALE PRICE
PLUS GET 0.99% FINANCING! ------- YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY! -------
$
42,199 –$11,118 –$750
30,331
PLUS GET 2.99% FINANCING! ------- YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY! -------
NEW 2015 F-350 Crew Cab 4x4 Lariat
6.2L V-8, 6 SPEED AUTO, ULTIMATE PACKAGE, NAVIGATION, LEATHER, MOONROOF, 20” INCH CHROME WHEELS, SYNC, KEYLESS ENTRY, ANTI THEFT, AIR, TRAILER TOW PACKAGE, 40/20/40 SEAT, REMOTE START, 3:73 LOCKING AXLE, REAR CAMERA, CAMPER PACKAGE. #F3F60973
$
69,459
MSRP
EMPLOYEE PRICE DISCOUNT –$14,564 –$750
MSA FINANCE CASH
FINAL SALE PRICE
$
54,145
------- YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY! -------
VOTED ABBOTSFORD’S FAVOURITE NEW CAR DEALER 7 YEARS RUNNING! T H E F R A S E R VA L L E Y ’ S O N LY F O R D S U P E R STO R E ! ABBOTSFORD
604.856.9000 www.msaford.com
604.853.2293 MISSION
Highway 1 - Mt Lehman Exit - Fraser Valley Auto Mall DL#31215
MON - THURS • 8:30am - 8pm | FRI & SAT • 8:30am - 6pm | SUNDAY • CLOSED
Vehicles advertised subject to prior sale. All prices plus taxes and $420 documentation fee. Vehicles may not be as shown. Dealer may sell for less. Finance offers available on approved credit. Offer expires July 31, 2015, @ 6pm.
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