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Taking aim at Bench Rd. garbage Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Messes left behind by rural target shooters are in the sights of the Chilliwack-Vedder River Cleanup Society this fall. Sections of the beautiful Chilliwack River Valley are littered with spent shotgun shells, broken glass and carelessly dumped garbage as far as the eye can see. “We are requesting more people to come out to our cleanup for B.C. Rivers’ Day, so we can get a few of these areas cleaned up,” said Chris Gadsden, longtime volunteer with the cleanup society. He’s leading a tour, with a Progress reporter, and the local FVRD rep, to get a look at the disgusting state of the Bench Road area in the CRV. “We hope to see extra people showing up to our cleanup this year, because we’ve never been up this way in any organized fashion,” he said. Each little pullout along the forest services road up the mountain has a nest of shells, nails from burned pallets and assorted crap left behind when the recreational shooting ends. There are smashed orange “clay pigeons” everywhere, sharp clay shards mixing with broken glass. “They’ve taken out truckloads of garbage out of the area over the years. And they’ll be taking truckloads out the bush this time as well.” The 15th annual B.C. Rivers Day event is on Sept. 27, with registration starting at 8:30 a.m. from the Chilliwack Fish and Game Club on Chilliwack Lake Road. Orion Engar, FVRD rep for Area E, said he believes that target practice “ideally” should be conducted Continued: BENCH/ p6
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New ‘hands-on’ curriculum for B.C. schools Tom Fletcher Black Press The new school year in B.C. is the start of a three-year transition to a new curriculum that Education Minister Mike Bernier says will emphasize “hands-on” learning. The new curriculum is being phased in this year for Kindergarten to Grade 9, with higher grades still in development. Bernier said this year it will be up to local school districts and teachers to begin implementing it before it becomes mandatory in the fall of 2016. Grade 10-12 curriculum is to be mandatory in 2017. Bernier, the Peace River South MLA appointed education minister this summer, said he’s heard from teachers who are looking forward to a curriculum that allows more
flexibility and individual learning. He stressed that basic skills of reading, writing and arithmetic will remain, but students will also be taught life skills, communication, collaboration and critical thinking. Two areas of emphasis for the new curriculum are environmental education and an aboriginal perspective, which Bernier said will be present in “every single component in the curriculum.” Local schools are encouraged to work with aboriginal communities across the province to represent the full diversity of aboriginal experience, he said. Hands-on learning is already in place in schools, and Bernier used the example of a shop teacher in his home town of Dawson Creek who encouraged students at risk of dropping out to take his course. They learned mathematics and
physics through taking motors apart and reassembling them, he said. Bernier invited parents to look for themselves at grade-by-grade documents posted at curriculum. gov.bc.ca, listing learning standards and areas of emphasis. In the science curriculum, for example, students are to be taught “big ideas” that in grade one include “observable patterns and cycles occur in the local sky and landscape.” By Grade 8, they are to learn at “Earth and its climate have changed over geological time.” Science competencies required by grade seven include the ability to “exercise a healthy, informed skepticism and use scientific knowledge and findings for their own investigations to evaluate claims in secondary sources” such
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Candidates put Chilliwack crime under the microscope Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Despite a focus on prolific offenders by local RCMP, rampant property crime is still a big complaint across the eastern Fraser Valley. The Progress continues its 2015 federal election series today, zeroing in on what matters to people in Chilliwack-Hope. People often suggest the answer to the crime problem is putting “more boots on the ground” — especially in the downtown core. Is that the answer? That’s the central question we asked the candidates this week. The other part was if there was anything they could do, if elected, to increase or enhance police
resources at the municipal level. NDP candidate Seonaigh MacPherson pledges to make public safety “a top priority,” and said more police will help Chilliwack focus on prevention, not just emergency response. “That is why policing and firstresponder issues are cornerstones of our local campaign,” she said. “The Harper Conser vatives have let down our community. Despite their tough talk, the number of police officers on the ground has declined under their watch.” The NDP government would invest $250 million to recruit and train new officers during their first term in office, and $100 million a year after that. “This would put 2,500 more
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front-line police officers on the streets across Canada,” said MacPherson. “If elected, I will use my knowledge and experience – and the NDP’s commitment for more officers to ensure improved public safety in Chilliwack-Hope.” Liber tarian candidate Alexander Johnson thinks Chilliwack should have its own municipal police force entirely, or a provincial policing body, and cut ties with the RCMP. That might seem a little “extreme” for some people, he admitted. “The easy answer is police should focus more on patrolling and protecting the people of Chilliwack and their homes — especially in areas that might be more troublesome than others, and less on non-violent acts like traffic violations. Johnson said he would always make sure that the cities and
province are in a better position to protect themselves by removing as much federal bureaucracy as possible. “Kids skateboarding in a park and smoking dope should be low on the list next to vandalism or theft.” Conservative candidate Mark Strahl says his party is the only party “serious” about getting tough on crime. “We believe that criminals must be held accountable for their actions and that the rights of victims should always come before the rights of criminals,” Strahl said. “Unfortunately, whenever we have passed tougher laws in order to better protect our communities, the Liberals and the NDP have opposed them.” The government under the Conser vatives has provided “unprecedented support” to law enforcement agencies, locally
and right across the country. “Here in Chilliwack, I was pleased to announce a $19 million federal investment in the construction of new law enforcement training facilities at the RCMP’s Pacific Regional Training Centre, which will benefit our police and our local economy.” Green Party candidate Thomas Cheney says poverty reduction, restorative justice and a new approach to drug policy are key. “Crime is an understandable concern here in the Fraser Valley, particularly with the tragic gang-related shooting of an innocent grandfather recently in Abbotsford,” he said. “Overall, the Green Party would take a preventative approach to crime focused on mitigating the conditions that cause criminality.” The idea is to invest in social housing and institute a guaranteed livable income. Continued: CRIME/ p4
Mandatory vaccination records urged for schools Tom Fletcher Black Press With communicable diseases such as whooping cough, mumps and measles making a comeback, Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall is reminding parents to make sure their children’s vaccines are up to date as they return to school. And Kendall has added his voice to that of the Canadian Medical Association, calling for mandator y declaration of vaccination when children enrol at school, as is done in Ontario and New Brunswick. The CMA voted at its annual meeting in late August for other provinces to follow suit, requiring immunization records but allowing exemptions for medical or religious reasons. Doctors also called for development of a national database to pull together records scattered between doctors’ offices and schools. “By the time a child reaches five or six years old, he or she should have received booster shots that protect against measles, polio, chicken pox, whooping cough and more, and kids in Grade 6 and 9 should receive followup vaccinations,” Kendall said. “This is all part of B.C.’s free, routine immunization program.” Kendall emphasized that vaccinations themselves would not be mandatory, but the information would give schools the ability to
protect students when an outbreak happens. That means excluding unvaccinated children from school during an outbreak, and offering parents the chance to fill gaps in their protection. “Unvaccinated children are at risk themselves, but they also pose a risk to others because they create a gateway into the community,” Kendall told CKNW radio this week. “So we need the concept of herd immunity, where we get 95 per cent of the population of a cohort of children vaccinated, so it’s much harder for disease to spread in the community.” Vaccine records also give public health authorities a chance to counter misinformation that has proliferated in recent years, he said. “If we know who the parents of those children are, we can talk with them and tell them the facts and what is real and what is not real, and hopefully convince a good proportion of them that what they’re actually fearing is either unreal or not scientifically valid, or is in fact a misplaced fear,” Kendall said. “And we would hope that we would get some of those parents at least to get their children vaccinated.” Parents in B.C. can now sign up for free text message reminders at immunizebc.ca/reminders, and the website also offers a smartphone app to manage immunization records.
Janet and Rolly Fox joined Chilliwack Mayor Sharon Gaetz, Manager of Leisure Development Carolyn Marleau, and local Fox Run organizer Desmond Devnich, to raise the flag for the official Terry Fox Run, taking place Sept. 20.
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The Terry Fox Run flag is flying in Chilliwack this week, as a reminder to support the upcoming fundraiser. Rolly and Janet Fox were on hand for a special flag raising ceremony on Tuesday morning, along with Mayor Sharon Gaetz and run organizer Desmond Devnich. “I honestly hope this is the last year we have to raise this flag,” Gaetz said. “I hope they find a cure for cancer.” This year marks the 35th anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope. Annual runs now take place in 50 different countries and have raised
$700 million toward cancer research. The foundation is run by the Fox family, and formerly held its headquarters in Chilliwack. But the family is originally from Winnipeg, and that’s where Fox said they’ll spend this year’s event. “It’s where I was born and all my children were born,” he said. Gaetz gave a nod to the lasting mark Terry Fox has made in history. “We often talk about our children and the legacy they’ve left behind, and I don’t think anyone in Canada has left behind this kind of legacy,” she said. She is urging everyone to consider lacing up their sneakers and heading
out to take part on Sunday, Sept. 20 for this year’s run. Devnich is hoping Chilliwack can hit the $20,000 mark this year, about $2,000 more than last year’s total. Runners, walkers, strollers and even dogs on leashes are welcome to join in the run. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Landing Sports Complex on Spadina Avenue. The run will start at 9 a.m. and finish up at 12:30 p.m. There are three options for participants: 10K, 5K or 2K. Register online by visiting www. terryfox.org. Donations can also be made to the local run through the website.
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Candidates quizzed on crime CRIME from page 3 Legalizing marijuana like the states of Washington, Colorado, and Alaska would lead to reducing crime. They’d use the proceeds to fund drug prevention and treatment. “In Canada, we spend over 400 million per year enforc-
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A Liberal government will make “the largest new infrastructure investment in Canadian histor y,” nearly doubling it to $125 billion from the curADA rent $65 N A C billion. O n e t h i r d would be funding for social infrastructure. “Boots on the ground might be one thing, but government can be supportive of the organizations that are already in the trenches. Understanding the causes of crime in this area help develop preventative measures.” See the complete candidate responses to Question 2 online under the ‘2015 Federal Election’ tab at www.theprogress.com
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Police launch distracted driving crackdown Black Press A month-long enforcement blitz is underway across B.C. to reduce deaths and crashes from distracted driving. The new campaign launched Thursday by police forces and ICBC comes ahead of an expected move by the provincial government this fall to stiffen the penalties for repeat offenders. “B.C. drivers know it’s against the law, but
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Cleanup society volunteer Chris Gadsden, and Orion Engar, FVRD area E rep, show some of the illegal garbage dumped along the Bench Road in the Chilliwack River Valley. They are getting ready for the Rivers’ Day cleanup on Sept. 27, and asking for more volunteers. JENNIFER FEINBERG/ PROGRESS
“Of course it’s nice to do it in the wild and have a blast in the great outdoors, but come on, you don’t need to leave this kind of mess,” said Engar. “If they were really
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will require more volunteers complaints about garbage and public safety, closing access to some of these areas to shooting might not be far off. “There’s been a groundswell of concern from the entire community out here, and they are appalled to see the garbage left behind. That’s what I heard loud and clear during the election,” said Engar. “’What are you going to do about the garbage?’ Yeah, well what are we going to do about it?” A number of groups have started working collaboratively to find solutions, like the
for future generations and not make them dump piles.” The hope of volunteers like Gadsden and Engar is to see more individuals showing up to cleanups. The other hope is that B.C. Conservation Officers and local RCMP will start conducting more regular enforcement. The good news is that the lower part of the CRV, known as Section 58, from the Vedder bridge to Tamihi, is “a lot better” in terms of trash dumping, Gadsden pointed out, since they prohibited overnight camping in that section. “We’re definitely making inroads. We have to be careful when we close off certain areas, because it just pushes them and the garbage problem somewhere else,” he said. “One reason why we started the river cleanups in 2002 was to keep these areas open.” The Sept. 27 river cleanup is from 9:30 a.m. to noon, followed by a volunteer appreciation BBQ, entertain-
Fraser Valley Illegal Dumping Alliance, and more. There is more awareness, more signage and more people being ticketed for dumping garbage illegally in the back country. “They’ve been doing a wonderful job,” said Engar. “This is not a problem exclusive to the Chilliwack River Valley. Lot of other areas have garbage dumping issues.” But it also seems generational somehow. “It appears there’s a generation lost that doesn’t get it or doesn’t have the understanding that we should take care to preserve these areas
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the care that she would need was still uncertain. Daena and her husband have worked very hard to support their now 14-year old over the years, the most recent of which has been particularly challenging medically for Rebecca. In addition to problems with comprehension and motor skills, she’s been having seizures at an increasing rate and duration - up to nine per month, lasting up to
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Advances in technology can put lawmakers in serious catch-up mode, such as the case with drones. Some cities have developed bylaws regarding drones. And Transport Canada will presumably provide small municipalities who can’t develop meaningful legislation on this issue with some teeth when it comes out with new regulations on unmanned aircraft next year. Another advance in technology – the proliferation of cell phones – has proven deadly in B.C., where one quarter of traffic fatalities can be attributed to distracted driving. Ten years ago, distracted driving meant eating or turning around to help a child in the back seat. Legislation is in place, and enforcement campaigns frequent, in regards to distracted driving in B.C. But before drones, before cell phones, before electricity, there was something called common sense. Most would know it’s not OK to buzz a drone over a group of people doing yoga. The same for texting while driving. Such is the state of our world that laws must be put in place because many humans have lost any tenuous grip they once had on common sense. It seems the speed of technological advances in our society is only matched by the backwards slide in our ability to use our brains. – Black Press
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Urban society slides into helplessness VICTORIA – Of all the immature, ignorant whining that came out of the recent power failure in the Lower Mainland, one example summed up the decline of our urban culture for me. It wasn’t the people who flooded 9-1-1 with calls demanding to know when their power would be restored, or complaining about their freezers. It wasn’t those on Twitter insisting BC Hydro pay for food that went bad. It was another social media moment. With part of his community without electricity for a third day, Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart went to his Facebook page, which has a wide following. There he pleaded with residents to stop phoning city hall to demand that a local big-box supermarket provide milk and eggs. Power had been restored at the store only a few hours before,
in the dead of night, and it’s safe to assume that all stores were working flat out to restock perishables. Where do people get the notion that city hall, or whatever allpower ful nanny state they imagine, controls grocery stores? How do they conclude Tom that in the midst FLETCHER of the worst electrical grid failure on record, BC Hydro is going to address their personal situation above all others? Vancouver broadcast media weren’t much better. Their big focus was that BC Hydro’s website crashed, so people couldn’t call it up on their smartphones and find out instantly when their power would be back on.
Some even questioned why wireless power meters didn’t help. Perhaps these were the same journalists who fed the tinfoil-hat superstition about their signals. The facts should be known by now. After an extremely dry spring and summer, a high wind shattered trees and took down more wires and poles than BC Hydro had ever coped with before. Further damage was done within areas that were already blacked out, leaving overtaxed technicians unable to accurately assess the full extent of it. In Coquitlam and elsewhere, poles were down in areas too rain-saturated for heavy repair trucks to reach. Yes, there were some too-optimistic repair estimates given out, in response to the constant screeching for instant answers. About 15 years ago I experi-
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enced my worst power outage in the Fraser Valley. In a semi-rural area with little backup grid capacity (since greatly improved), my family went three days without power. This was in winter, due to wind and freezing rain followed by snow and cold. Trickles of water kept pipes from freezing, and the gas stove provided a bit of heat. I heard no complaints about the crews struggling around the clock with the dangerous job of repair. Media coverage was mostly adult supervised. Megastorm madness isn’t an isolated case. A couple of weeks before that, a temporar y construction bump on the Lion’s Gate Bridge deck caused panic and rage. Aggravated by a couple of accidents on the alternate route, and fed by hysterical media, drivers of West Van luxury cars were white-
knuckled. Traffic choked the region that recently declined to pay a bit more for road improvements. In both cases, people outside Lotus Land were muttering: Welcome to our world. This is pertinent to the federal election. Are you competent to save for your retirement with RRSPs and a tax-free savings account, or do you need the government to do it for you, by force? Are you capable of managing your own child care, or should the nanny state create a hugely subsidized system, which has already failed in Quebec, from coast to coast? Are you ready for the day when the machine stops? Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Input needed on groundwater regs On the heels of the successful petition to have B.C. review rates set for the new Water Sustainability Act (WSA), the province has released four discussion papers on the next regulations in development. Of broadest relevance and with most far reaching implications for future water security in BC is groundwater licensing. Groundwater is unregulated until the WSA comes into effect next year. Regulation of groundwater is perhaps the most significant change in this first major overhaul of B.C. water law in over a century. It brings with it recognition that groundwater is an integral part of the water cycle, essential to our economic and ecological wellbeing. It also brings responsibility to determine the state of groundwater in BC.
Currently our picture of groundwater is far from complete. We don’t know existing supplies and uses, never mind reliable projections for changing climate and growing population. Even where provincial observation wells exist there are large data gaps. Of great concern, as the government prepares to issue approximately 20,000 licences to existing non-domestic groundwater users, is that the licences are set to be for a minimum of 30 years. Even after 30 years there is no fixed requirement that licences be reviewed. The WSA only states that licences will not be reviewed before 30 years. We already know that some water sources are overused. It would be prudent to make initial groundwater licences conditional
on a review in five or 10 years time. This would allow the government time to complete audits of groundwater supply and demand, and to make projections for future supply and demand based on up-to-date data and science, before committing to long term licences. The province is taking public comment on these latest WSA regulations until Sept. 8. Please see www.water wealthproject. com/blog for more thoughts on groundwater regulations and links to provincial discussion papers and options for providing your comments. Let’s get these new water regulations right the first time! Ian Stephen Campaign Director, The WaterWealth Project
Canadian veterans ‘have the power’ An elderly veteran said that politicians will not give veterans organizations a break, that as a matter fact they want to see Units and Branches fold, because politicians fear the power that veterans’ organizations have. Power, let’s digest that one. When you think about it, you realize this old veteran’s statement is true. Veteran organizations do have power. For two years in a row thousands of us retired and/or ex-service men and women belonging to veteran organizations all across our country as well as veterans here in Chilliwack, marched in protest to our local government representative’s office. Even though veterans are not allowed to march in protest because it is against their constitution or by-laws. Neverthe-less we marched with our medals and colors. The first year, despite plenty of advance notice and much media attention to the upcoming march, our government representative was not present, nor were any of his representatives.
Nonetheless, we did voice our discontent. We protested that veterans don’t have decent pensions, that disabled veterans don’t have proper psychological and medical treatment to maintain their dignity, and that veterans must get all the benefits that are due to them. The second year our government representative did show up and promised to deal with the issues raised. To this date, there is no indication that anything was accomplished. It was as if veterans from all across Canada spoke to deaf ears. Instead of helping the veterans, our politicians closed down service offices, and though these closures should have saved some money, in fact the benefits to veterans were decreased. So all veteran organizations in Canada must stand together and support our service men and women. We encourage the civilian population to stand with us in our efforts to insist our politicians give veterans a fair deal and whatever
appropriate treatment is necessary following their service to Canada. We have the power to demonstrate and let our positions be known to Canadians. Many Canadians and young people especially have a false impression that all the veterans are dying off, and the ‘problem’ will go away. That is absolutely not true. Some veterans of World War II are still with us. And 26,000 Canadians took an active part in the Korean War, and some remained for three years after the war ended as peacekeepers, really truce keepers, a dangerous mission also. These men and women veterans are now in their seventies. Canadian troops have been involved continuously in hundreds of operations in Canada, the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. On any given day, about 8000 members of Canadian Armed Forces in all branches are preparing for, are engaged in, or are returning from an overseas mission.
So we members of veteran organizations want to enlighten our fellow Canadians and the young people especially about how important veterans are, and how important it is to take an active role in veterans affairs. We are all aging, so it is important that others join us and take up the cause on behalf of veterans. You are the future. You have the power. Please use some of that power on behalf of all veterans. Canadian Veterans, away from their families in foreign countries, will often come back traumatized by their experiences, and perhaps physically lame too. They need to know we will all be there for them, marching. We have the power. It is vital that veteran organizations such as Royal Canadian Legion Branches and Army, Navy and Air Force Units be maintained to continue serving our veterans. Help us to help them. Anna Marie Dolan, President Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans (ANAVETS) Chilliwack, Unit #305
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The work by First Nations artists Terry Horne Stan Greene, Fred Jackson, and Wayne Williams is now front and centre at the Vedder Crossing Plaza. SAM BATES/ PROGRESS
Plaza upgrade a celebration of native art Sam Bates The Progress “We are here to celebrate a very special, historical occasion,” began James Atebe, general manager of Tzeachten First Nation. A crowd of more than 50 people gathered in the Vedder Crossing plaza last week for the unveiling of First Nations art. The 67,000 sq. foot shopping centre, developed in 1996 by Gulf Pacific Group (GPG), received a “long-overdue” cultural facelift, said Bruce Russell, principal at GPG. Two 12-foot red cedar Welcome Poles, several hardboard art pieces by Sto:lo artists, and illuminated Tzeachten logos have been installed throughout the plaza. Although the centre was built on Tzeachten property, and
is owned by Tzeachten First Nation, “we didn’t introduce enough First Nations artwork into the original development of this centre,” Russell explained. Thanks to the enthusiastic support of the band council and the property management committee, as well as a $400,000 investment from Tzeachten, this beautification project was set in motion to rectify that omission. Tuesday’s celebration primarily honoured the artists, Terry Horne (carver of the Welcome Poles), as well as Stan Greene, Fred Jackson, and Wayne Williams, who created pieces that have been installed along the centre’s exterior walls. Also present at the gathering were Grand Chiefs Frank Malloway and Joe Hall, Chief Glenda Campbell, band councillors Les Joe, Lawrence Roberts, Mel Williams Jr., as well as many
other band and community members. “This centre is quite a testimony to the business wisdom and intelligence of the Tzeachten community,” Russell explained. The 8.6 acre site, in a hightraffic area, had previously been a sports field. “Members of the council realized that there was a higher and better use for this property,” Russell continued. The Tzeachten sports field was relocated to Bailey Road, where it now rents out its ample, well-landscaped fields, as well as a covered gazebo and kitchen facilities. Chief Glenda Campbell proudly noted, “(The shopping centre) is a very good economic development. Vedder Plaza has really helped Tzeachten a lot.” Atebe added that the plaza has almost always enjoyed 100 per cent occupancy.
The recent addition of Tzeachten artwork will only add to the shopping centre’s success. “Growing up as an artist, it’s always a dream to have such an honour in your career,” said Horne. “The welcome poles represent what we – as a people – respect.” The poles, which took about 90 hours to carve, include all of the traditional Tzeachten elements, Horne explained. The eagle represents the air, the bear holding salmon symbolizes the land and the sustenance. Mythology is shown through the thunderbird, and the whale represents the water. Greene was proud to stand amongst the young artists who, he said, “are showcasing the teachings that they’ve received about our people… carrying on the stories.” Jackson and Williams chose to
represent the salmon in their artwork, to represent the traditional significance of the river which used to flow through Tzeachten land. The artists were celebrated by the entire audience with an opening prayer and closing honour song, performed by Christie Purcell and Les Joe. The ceremony concluded with a celebratory ribbon-cutting. “We can officially add this project to the Tzeachten First Nations community. The project is done, let the community enjoy it!” exclaimed Atebe. Vedder Crossing plaza will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next year.
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With the technology changes we face every day, proper marketing of your home becomes even more important. Your goal is to get the best possible price for the sale of your home. My goal is to make that happen. The internet has become one of the most useful tools in marketing your home. I have a new interactive website to further enhance the marketing of homes for sale. As a Seller, it’s important to make sure your home gets the proper marketing to get it SOLD. Marketing does make a difference. Call me today, and I will show you the unique ways I can get your home sold.
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BIG on SERVICE, BIG on MARKETING BIG on RESULTS! Let us help you. If you are thinking of buying or selling…we would be happy to discuss your options. We believe in TEAMWORK and a NO PRESSURE approach to Real Estate! INTEREST RATES have NEVER been BETTER…and that means…not only is it a great time to BUY, but it is a great time to SELL as well. WE MARKET OUR LISTINGS 24/7... • Full Page ad in the Real Estate Review Every Week • Open Houses held regularly • Out of Area Advertising • Multiple Listing Service • Online Advertising • Feature Flyers, and so much more We guarantee that you will be impressed! We have many HAPPY CLIENTS … give us a call and find out why! You will be glad you did. Warm Regards, Crystal, Jen & Jim
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average compared to this time last year, homes which are competitively priced are getting snapped up quickly. Chances are, your REALTOR® has seen many of the homes available in the area can save you time and effort. By using the Multiple Listing Service, a REALTOR® can show you listings from their office, as well as any listings from other firms. A REALTOR® can also give you any information you need about nearby public transportation, schools, shopping, and recreational facilities. It helps to know how REALTORS® work in order to understand the advantages of working with a real estate professional. REALTORS® begin by asking questions about your preferences and financial qualifications, and then show you the homes in your price range that meet your criteria. As new listings come on the market, they get their buyers into them as quickly as possible. In any market, the best homes move quickly. While any sale can potentially become complicated and difficult, problems seem to work themselves out more easily if you have started out on a positive note. This is one important reason why REALTORS® work hard to maintain a good rapport between the parties involved in every transaction. When you find a REALTOR® with whom you feel comfortable, work exclusively with that person. Your loyalty will give the REALTOR® great incentive to create the perfect match between you and a new home.
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Serious house hunting can leave you worn out and confused at the end of the day. It is hard to remember which house had the great back yard or the amazing kitchen, and which home you ruled out because of inadequate storage space. Some of the houses you visited looked familiar – like maybe you had seen them before. How can you conserve energy and keep it all straight? The first step is to find a REALTOR® who knows the area well and will only show you homes that meet your criteria. Next you should keep a record of the homes you visit. Note the address, style and exterior color, as well as something distinctive about the house that will trigger your memory. Make a special note if a house has real possibilities. Jot down important pluses and minuses of each property and share this information with your REALTOR®. This will help you to narrow down the houses so that you can focus on your favorites. If you have been house-hunting on your own, you may have been relying on the real estate ads or driving through your favorite neighborhoods in search of “For Sale” signs. A REALTOR® can save you time and gasoline by making your search easier and more efficient. REALTORS® learn about homes as they go on the market, and the best values may sell before they are ever advertised, especially in today’s real estate market. With the current active listings available well below
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307 Seventh Ave., Hope $469,000 You can have it all! Lots of space, style in a beautiful private setting. Grand front entrace, spiral staircase, formal living room and family room, designer kitchen plus 2 bedroom in-law suite with private entrance, all on main floor. Total of 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, lots of parking, newer roof. Backs Coquihalla River and Rotary Trails, and minutes to golf. Private yard, great peaceful location.
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I have been a full time licensed REALTOR® with RE/MAX Nyda Realty in Chilliwack since 1992 and grew up in a family that owns and is still operating their own Real Estate business for over 45 years. I am a member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and specialize in Residential, Commercial and Industrial Real Estate which involves the buying, selling and leasing of all types of properties. With 23 years of experience and hundreds of successful transactions, I have a very broad base of knowledge that can help you make your next purchase a smooth and rewarding experience. Please give me a call, I would love to help you!
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More experience, better results superior service! It’s more than my mission statement, it’s the foundation I have built my success on for over the last two decades. It’s about obtaining top dollar for client’s homes and doing more to make each transaction smooth and worry-free. That’s why I am continually raising the bar in service by adding new innovative sales tools and customer services like weekly color advertising, unlimited virtual tours and a complimentary moving van. My commitment is to give you a competitive edge in our marketplace and the extra helping hand to make each move the easiest it can be. The market has changed, experience has never been more important than now. With over 1200 homes sold and counting, I know what it takes to buy or sell in this market. ...Call me first!
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Being born and raised in Chilliwack, I have a distinct knowledge and understanding about our community and surrounding areas. With many years of experience in the Fraser Valley real estate market, I have developed a unique approach to help my clients achieve their buying and selling real estate goals. My approach to real estate is all-encompassing, yet remarkably simple. I offer exceptional customer service, transparency of information, neighborhood expertise and professional guidance through the entire process. I diligently cater to you on every level of my business. Working with me, my clients gain access to comprehensive and up to the minute knowledge of the local property market, so they can fully understand the options and opportunities that are currently offered. I look forward to hearing from you. Do it right! Just Call Cory!
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Working in the financial industry for 25 years has opened many doors for me as a REALTOR® with my past/present clients and friends. As a resident and professional living in the Chilliwack area since 1987, I have always believed in going the extra mile for my customers. Both honest, ethical and hard working, you can count on me for none other than friendly and efficient service. For those who I am acquainted and those I have yet to be... allow my enthusiasm and zeal to work for you. With me “SERVICE IS KEY”. Whether considering your first or last home, upsizing or downsizing lets make your dreams come true together. Dependably Yours, Laura
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BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS OF TRUST, LOYALTY & UNDERSTANDING For more than 25 years my business philosophy has centered around building long term relationships with my clients. At the core of this relationship building is an unmatched level of service, accessibility and experience. This elevated level of service has moved clients to refer their friends & family many times over and I’d love the opportunity to show you what I can do.
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A Total COMMITMENT to Your Goals Buying or selling a home is a monumental process that deserves a total commitment from your real estate professional. Ed Fitzgerald couldn’t agree more. That’s why Ed pours his heart into every transaction he conducts, he understands that your home is not only your most important investment, but also where you and your family create memories that will last a lifetime. Let Ed help make the most of your next move. Call him today to schedule a private consultation.
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Community Garry Fehr named director of UFV’s Agriculture Centre of Excellence Dr. Garry Fehr has been named Director of the Agriculture Centre of Excellence (ACE) at the University of the Fraser Valley. Fehr is a faculty member of the Geography and the Environment department and will work with internal and external advisory committees while reporting to Dr. Adrienne Chan, Associate Vice President of Research, Engagement, and Graduate Studies. This is a three-year appointment in a newly established role. “Garry will be working with stakeholders to develop opportunities in the agriculture sector. We must think about agriculture in the broadest sense, beyond crops and livestock,” said Chan. “The stakeholders and partners will include municipal governments, industry, provincial and federal government agencies and departments, and Aboriginal organizations.” UFV has been providing agricultural education programs for more than 40 years in the disciplines of horticulture, livestock, and integrated pest management. The Agriculture Centre of Excellence has an expanded mandate of promoting and championing agricultural innovation in the areas of education, career development, research, and technology. The ACE will be a hub for agriculture in British Columbia by bringing together and sharing expertise from the university, the agricultural industry, and industry stakeholders. This multi-disciplinary approach will encourage participation in research and program development from a number of disciplines and academic departments, including agriculture, biology, business, trades, geography, health, and social sciences. There are five broad areas of focus for the Agriculture Centre of Excellence: agribusiness and technology; food ingredients and valueadded foods; sustainable production practices; skilled labour development and industry change; and rural entrepreneurship and agritourism. The centre will also work with the UFV Continuing Education department to facilitate the development of programming. Agriculture
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Having trouble managing your Diabetes? Would you like a Diabetes Coach? The University of Victoria and Fraser Health are conducting a study to evaluate the effectiveness of peer coaches for persons with type 2 diabetes. This research study is funded by the Lawson Foundation of Canada. Interested persons must be adults with type 2 diabetes living in the Fraser Health Region and able to speak English or Punjabi. The purpose of the study is to determine whether Diabetes Coaches can assist persons with type 2 diabetes to better manage their condition. Interested persons will be paired with a trained diabetes coach and participate in a weekly telephone conversation with their coach for a sixmonth period. For more information please contact: Suzanne (Study Coordinator) at University of Victoria at 604-940-8973.
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and the Environment has been identified as an area for program growth in the UFV Strategic Enrolment Management plan. Fehr is looking forward to his new role and the opportunity for outreach it will provide. “This is a very exciting opportunity to shape the new Agriculture Centre of Excellence,” said Fehr. “As an interdisciplinary entity, the centre will provide UFV with excellent opportunities to engage students in applied research in a variety of areas. Some will be ‘big picture’ research projects about the future of agriculture and others will focus on the microdetails.” Fehr came to his academic career as a mature student, after having worked for 19 years in the construction and primary resources services sector throughout British Columbia. During this time, he also provided leadership for several humanitarian aid projects in Latin America and India. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Geography at Thompson Rivers University in 2003 and his PhD at the University of Guelph in 2008. He joined the Geography and the Environment department at UFV in 2007. The provincial government provided funding to help complete new Agriculture education facilities at the UFV Chilliwack campus at the Canada Education Park in 2013. At that time, it directed UFV to create an Agriculture Centre of Excellence. The new greenhouses and barn were officially opened by BC Premier Christy Clark in 2014. An internal steering committee was struck to develop a mandate for the new ACE. Fehr’s appointment as ACE director is the latest stage in the process of developing the centre.
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Grizzlies led by Chilliwack Giant grad
Eric J. Welsh The Progress A team with provincial title dreams is hitching its wagon to a quiet kid with a cannon arm. Gabe Olivares will quarterback the GW Graham Grizzlies this season as they gun for a varsity football crown. Big. Strong. Mobile. Olivares has all of the physical traits you’d want in a high school pivot. Offensive coordinator Adam Smith describes him as ‘an intense player on the field that only strives for success,’ and believes he’s ready to handle the mental side of being QB1. “He’s never played at the high school level, but I’m not worried at all,” Smith says. “He will tear the league up and be one of the top five QBs in the province.” Ask Olivares and he’ll give you quietly confident answers that are a little short on detail. “I’m ready to lead the team,” he says. “If we keep up the hard work we should do really good. It looks good so far.” Asking Olivares to rate himself on the Madden Football scale of skills paints a clearer picture of who he thinks he is. Mobility from 1 to 99. “75,” he answers. Elusiveness in the pocket. “80.” Arm.
“95.” Awareness in the pocket. “70,” he says. “I usually bounce outside if I feel any pressure, and I throw real well on the run so the coaches don’t seem to mind.” Fair enough. Olivares says he can chuck the rock 60-65 yards, and that’s not just big talk. When his Grizzlies went to Oregon for their annual summer visit to Camp Rilea, he won the bench press and longest throw competitions. “And I can do that with accuracy,” he smiles. Olivares says he can make all the throws on the field — into the flats, crossing routes, sidelines — with precision. Smith agrees. “Gabe has one of the liveliest arms in the province,” the coach notes. It’s been a six year gridiron journey for Olivares, who, to this point, has played exclusively with the Chilliwack Minor Football Giants. He started as a lineman and has done it all — punter, place kicker, O-line, D-line, linebacker, safety, receiver. But QB is where his heart is. “I like leading the team, running the offence and dealing with pressure,” he says. Olivares is far from a oneman crew on the Grizzlies, a team stacked at the skill positions. GWG could legitimately claim to be five or six deep in fast and punishing running backs. The team’s just as deep at receiver, leaving Olivares with no shortage of weapons. He works behind perhaps the best offensive line in the province in a fun system devised by Smith. “We try to take what the defence gives us and if a play works we keep running it until the other team stops it,” Olivares explains the philosophy. “I think a defence has to be prepared
Gabe Olivares is a first year pivot at the high school level, but his football resume already sparkles. The longtime Chilliwack Giant star has earned all-star nods at the minor football level, been a Border Bowl MVP, stepped into the spotlight with Team BC and traveled to Miami with ex-BC Lions running back Cory Philpot. ERIC WELSH/ PROGRESS
for anything when they play us because we can switch it up on them.” The Grizzlies have a massive bulls-eye on their back this season, as back-to-back defending AA junior varsity champs. They’re ranked among the top three provincially. “Our expectation is to do
our best and try to win three championships in a row, and our first at the varsity level,” Olivares says. “Teams will be coming at us and we’ll have to play our hardest.” For head coach Laurie Smith, Olivares is the man he wants leading his team into battle. “I have been around
Gabe since he came on our peewee trip to Nebraska in 2010,” Smith says. “He is an intense competitor and man of few words. He leads by example through hard work and dedication. He is a perfectionist and demands that same standard and corresponding effort from his teammates.”
The Grizzlies face their first live action this Friday when they visit the Seaquam Seahawks in Delta. Their first home appearance is Sept. 18 when they take on the Nanaimo powerhouse John Barsby Bulldogs. See bchighschoolfootball. com for more.
Clapp breaking through as season winds down Brad Clapp fired an 11 under par 277 to finish in a tie for 33rd at the latest PGA Tour Canada event. The Chilliwack Golf Club instructor teed off at the Wildfire Golf
Club in Peterborough, ON. in the Wildfire Invitational. Clapp carded a scorching 65 in last Thursday’s opening round, which had him just one shot off the
lead. His game slipped slightly over the next three rounds as he recorded 68-70-74. When the dust settled, he was 14 strokes behind the tourna-
ment winner, Canadian Christopher Ross. Clapp seems to be experiencing a breakthrough on his second season on Tour. After missing the cut in three of the first
four tourneys, he’s now cleared the line in six straight events. A win at the Great Waterway Classic the last weekend of August got him a cheque for $31,500. He’s up to ninth in
the Order of Merit rankings with two tournaments to go. Clapp tackles the Cape Breton Celtic Classic in Ben Eoin, NS. this weekend and finished the season at the
Freedom 55 Financial Championship, Sept. 17-20 at the Highland Golf Club in London, ON. See pgatour.com/ canada/en_us/tournaments/schedule.html
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Chilliwack athlete takes triathlon title Chilliwack’s Robert Johnson captured another title last weekend, topping the field at the Vancouver Triathlon. Johnson finished more than three minutes ahead of the next fastest competitor in
Johnson was one of just two athletes to finish the 180 km bike stage in less than a hour, clocking in at 55:49. He had the fastest time in the 42.195 km run stage and finished with a cumulative time of 01:56:16.
the Olympic-distance race which took place Monday morning. The Chilliwackian registered in the mens’ 30-34 age group. He covered the 3.9 kilometre swim stage in 21 minutes and 24 seconds.
Vancouver native Carsten Lapointe was second at 01:59:49 Chilliwack’s Scott Street also had a solid showing, finishing 28th in the field of 254 with a time of 2:30:30. See sportstats.ca for full results.
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MAGNUSON FORD IS GROWING Sales & Leasing Representative The Fraser Valley’s fastest growing and #1 volume Ford Dealership, Magnuson Ford, has an immediate opening in our sales and leasing department. We are a T.O. store, so we offer great support as our Managers are directly involved with you and your customers throughout the whole sales process. Our dealership carries a big new and used car inventory as we have access to our sister store’s entire inventory. We have a strong pay-plan, good environment, strong advertising budget and can offer you pension and benefits. A background in Sales and Customer Service would be a strong asset. With our renovation done, we are now the freshest dealership with the largest showroom in the Fraser Valley. We’ve got a quality building and now its time to add some more quality people. Small crews, so good potential to make money. Our business is set to grow by 25% or more with our renovation completed. The new F150 is your opportunity to make big money. It could be a great time to make your move to Magnuson. Please email dcurtis@magnusonford.com.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES: • Responsible for the financial performance of operations. • Maintains a thorough knowledge of local markets and implements initiatives to aggressively grow market share. • Manages all cost elements within the departments. • Manages recruitment, training and staff development and enhances the strength and effectiveness of the management team. • Develops and implements initiatives and promotional activities through the restaurant, and other elements to drive revenue growth. Collaborates with Marketing to execute promotional plans and maximize customer traffic. • Steers customer service training within the facility and provides guidance to managers to ensure the delivery of operational and service excellence to all customers. • When required, acts as a Shift Manager and performs other administration duties.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: • 5 years of experience in a management role • Leadership experience in the hospitality, customer service or food and beverage industry preferred • Post-secondary education in business, commerce, hospitality or related field • Strong diplomatic leadership skills and the ability to motivate others • Excellent written and verbal communication - including ability to write external submissions • Excellent problem solving skills • Collaborative teamwork approach to leadership • Must be willing to work reasonable overtime as business needs require • The ability to live in Hope or the Fraser Canyon.
TO APPLY: Email your cover letter and resume to admin@hellsgateairtram.com or apply online at www.hellsgateairtram.com.
We are looking to employ a
WEEKEND SERVICE DRIVER For BCAA van. 5pm-9pm Fridays, 8am-8pm Saturday & Sundays.
We are a progressive, forward thinking company. Must have some mechanical knowledge.
Contact Collision manager at: 44840 Yale West, Chilliwack
604-792-3170 Email: terryc@oconnorcollision.com A Division of O’Connor Motors Ltd.
www.oconnorgroup.com EVERYTHING WE DO IS DRIVEN BY YOU.
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HELP WANTED BE A PRODUCT SAMPLER
Miss talking to PEOPLE? Are you BORED? Need extra MONEY? BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest, most reputable demo company is hiring Contract Demonstrators for 8 - 10 days a month in local grocery stores. Details: â&#x20AC;˘ You must be a go-getter â&#x20AC;˘ Able to work on your own â&#x20AC;˘ You love talking to people â&#x20AC;˘ You enjoy simple cooking Who: Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a reliable, mature adult men, women, seniors, & retirees love this job! What: â&#x20AC;˘ English reading & writing â&#x20AC;˘ Stand unaided 6-7 hr./day â&#x20AC;˘ Car to carry supplies â&#x20AC;˘ Well groomed & bondable â&#x20AC;˘ Carry table & supplies â&#x20AC;˘ Food Safe to be obtained When: â&#x20AC;˘ 2-day 12-6pm contracts - Fri & Sat or Sat & Sun (must be able to work all 3 days) Training: â&#x20AC;˘ North Burnaby - pay starts at $11.50/hr.
JMP Marketing Services 1-800-991-1989, ext.30
Escape Trailer Industries Chilliwack
has a full-time position available on their production line. This is a fast paced, team environment, suited to motivated individuals with a positive attitude, who are looking for secure year round employment. We currently have openings available Monday through Friday 8am 4:30pm. Positions require the successful applicant to be able to read a tape measure and comfortable using small power tools. Woodwork experience is an asset. Wage $14 - $16 depending on experience with benefits after 3 mths. Please note we will not accept emailed resumes. All resumes must be submitted in person. Apply in person with resume and references at 43851 Industrial Way Building B.
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OBITUARIES
MENZIES Hazel Louise
St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church
Gospel Hymns
&
Christ Centered Sermons
DIVINE LITURGY
Sunday Worship & Sunday School â&#x20AC;˘10:00 a.m.
September 13 Regular Service Rt. Rev. Fr. Peter Hnatiw
Info 604-795-5271 or 604-858-9048 Victor St. & Cleveland
Advertise YOUR CHURCH LISTING HERE! CALL TODAY
604-702-5552
Hazel Louise Menzies passed away peacefully on September 1, 2015 at Menno Home in the presence of her family. Details of a Memorial Service and Urn Interment will be announced in the near future. Tributes and condolences may be left at:
Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am 46510 1st Ave., Chilliwack Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs Available www.firstave.org
New Life
Christian Church Pastor Dennis Bjorgan 1-360-296-6419 Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road
Summer Services 9:30 am
46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young
604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com
Hendersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home 604-854-5534
CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH
Eden MENNONITE CHURCH
YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN OUR WORSHIP AT 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack
604-792-6013
Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm
Pastor: Rob Brown
SUMMER HOURS: NO SUNDAY SCHOOL Worship Service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda
www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com
SUNDAYS AT 9AM & 11AM 46641 CHILLIWACK CENTRAL ROAD CITYLIFECHURCH.CA 604.792.0694
Everyone Welcome!
Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED
Whyte Karen Jean
April 14, 1954 September 1, 2015 Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with great sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Jean (Stromdahl) Whyte, after losing her battle with cancer on September 1,2015. Karen is survived by her husband Mark, children Christopher and Erik, her mother Louise, brother Kris and sister Lisa as well many other loving family and friends. Karen was a kind, caring, loving wife and mother, devoted to her family and friends and who was always there for someone in need. Karen was a dedicated teacher in the Abbotsford school district for over 30 years, where she inspired and touched the lives of many. A funeral service will be held on September 12, 2015 at 2 p.m. in Abbotsford at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 2597 Bourquin Crescent East. The family has asked in lieu of flowers to make a donation to the Canadian cancer society on Karenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behalf. McLeans, (604)847-3477
FROESE Mary (nee Ratzlaff)
LIVE VIDEO STREAMING ON... www.chilliwackhrc.com or sermonaudio.com/chilliwackhrc
St. JJohnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
Anglican Church . HIRING FLAGGERS. Must be certified! $15-$18/hr. 604-575-3944
NET HELP p/t $15/hr +% for Health Co. Work fr. home. Build traffic via social media. 604-791-1865,call pm
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Restaurant Supervisor
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
Worship & Service 11:00 am 604-792-7299 The Friendly Place 46875 Yale Road E. (at Quarry Rd) Chilliwack B.C. www.mtshannonunited.ca
Helping people encounter wholeness in Christ
SSunday nda Service: Ser ice: 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM Wednesday Service: 9:30 AM
9am & 10:45am 9325 Main Street
46098 Higginson Rd., Sardis
The Rev. Allan Carson, Priest
604-858-2229
(604)792.6844
www.stjohnsardis.ca
mainstreetchurch.ca
Where All Are Welcome!
Morning Worship at 10:30 am Rev. Heather Anderson
Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 www.chilliwackunitedchurch.com
BAPTIST CHURCH
WEEKDAY MASS 8:00 a.m.
SATURDAY
9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
SUNDAY
8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.
8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764
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.
604-795-7700
Mary Froese went quietly into the arms of her precious Jesus on August 26, 2015 at Cascade Hospice, Chilliwack at the age of 88. Mary, our Grandma Honey, your Auntie Mary, was born February 3, 1927, in Drake Saskatchewan. That same year the family moved to Dunrae, Manitoba where they lived for 12 years. In 1939 Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family; parents, Henry and Katharina Ratzlaff along with siblings Hank, Anne, Jake, Peter, Tina, Lydia and Ernie, moved to Yarrow BC. In December 1942 Grandma Honey married Grandpa Eddie (A.J. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Edâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) Froese. Together they had one son Harold â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cactusâ&#x20AC;? Froese. Throughout her adult life Auntie Mary served others; volunteering at Red Cross, helping refugees, and teaching Sunday School for 50+ years at Chilliwack Alliance Church. Mary worked first at Cascade Foods in Yarrow, then Clearbrook Frozen Foods and finally at P & E Builders in Chilliwack. She had many adventures with Ed and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Young Street Vocal Bandâ&#x20AC;?, singing on radio and in the church choir. She loved her prayer groups, her beautiful yard and her very precious neighbors, family and friends. Grandma Honey cherished her many trips to California to see her family â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially her five great grandsons. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest legacy is that she was a prayer warrior, always remembering her family, friends and those in need. Mary Froese (Grandma Honey, Auntie Mary) is lovingly remembered by her son Harold Froese and his wife Claudia; grandchildren Stacy Froese Borchardt and her sons Drew, Mitch and Luke Borchardt and Leslie Froese Loewen, husband Scott and their sons Evan and Max Loewen; her siblings and their families and her many friends she thought of as her â&#x20AC;&#x153;adoptedâ&#x20AC;? family, both here and in California. Mary was predeceased by her husband A.J. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Edâ&#x20AC;? Froese and brothers Jake and Hank Ratzlaff.
9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages 10:30 am - Celebration Service
CELEBRATION SERVICE - 10:30 am Sanctuary & Video Cafe 8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack BC V2P 4P4 Phone: 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca Visit us on Facebook: Chilliwack Alliance Church
Chilliwack Campus Sunday, 9:30 & 11 am 46100 Chilliwack Central Rd.
Agassiz Campus Sunday, 10:30 am 6800 Pioneer Avenue
www.central365.org
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, September 18, 2015 at Chilliwack Alliance Church, 8700 Young Rd, Chilliwack. The family extends a special â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank Youâ&#x20AC;? to the very special staff at Cascade Hospice for their gentle care and compassion. Memorial donations may be made in Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to Chilliwack Alliance Church designated to Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministries. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Ave, Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555
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Restaurant Supervisor
James
(Jamie)
Warren
MACDONALD
January 22, 1970 - August 31, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Jamie, after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the love of his family and his many, many friends.
GKS Enterprises dba Tim Horton’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.
He was an amazing self-taught artist, and also had a fondness for acting. He was part of the Chilliwack Player’s Guild for many years and from a young age he acted in such plays as Oliver, The Music Man and The Christmas Carol.
201 - 33072 1st Ave.
As far back as anyone can remember, Jamie had a smile that lit up any room he walked into and his laugh could brighten anyone’s day. He always had an easy time making friends; making and maintaining friendships from every walk of life. For many years he worked at Safeway and came to have many wonderful friends there.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
HANDYPERSONS
548
RENTALS
FURNITURE
706
29X27 glass oak end tables, matching lighted hutch, oak; 2 lg ginger lamps, pink & gold swirl; velvet wing chair, wine colour. all good cond., Call (604)846-3763
Fully renovated with balcony ! Hurry only 1 bedroom suite remains! Rent includes water, heat & parking, laundry on first floor, adult oriented with elevator. Avail Sept 1.
RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150 LANDSCAPE AWAY. Residential and Commercial. Book early! Call (604)845-1467
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MOVING & STORAGE
LANAI Apartments
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
551
9462 Cook St.
Chilliwack
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Certified crime-free multi-housing residence complex.
8706 Pearson St
NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.344.1069
Sept 12 8am - 2pm
Heat/hot water * On-site Mgr. Adult Oriented * Elevator Large Storage Area * No pets Wheelchair access * Onsite laundry * Digital cable * Security cameras * Parking, apt. ins. required.
something for everyone 18 years of stuff
www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
REAL ESTATE
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour
GARAGE SALES
625
1 bdrm available Oct 1 $675/month. Free premium cable, $80 value.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
Call 604-287-1988
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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 NEED A LOAN? Own Property? Have Bad Credit? We can help! Call toll free 1-866-405-1228 www.firstandsecondmortgages.ca
He will be greatly missed by his mom and dad, Eileen and Walter, sister Kathy (Barey), brother Rod (Sandy), his niece Mikayla and nephews, Mitchell, Michael, Cris, Jason, Kris, Trevor (Kristalyn) and Jeremy, as well as many cousins.
polarbearpainting.com $299 ~ 3 Rooms walls only 2 coats call: 604-866-6706
338
PLUMBING
745
ROOM & BOARD
CHILLIWACK. Avail now. Private a/c room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $700/m Call (604)795-0397
747
RV PADS
Rosedale. RV PADS available. $435/month. Water and sewer incl. Hydro metered, and cable/wifi available $$. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $75/mo available. Call 604-794-7361
751
SUITES, UPPER
Garrison, 1 bdrm carriage home, 6 appl., full bath, priv balcony & own parking, n/s, n/p, laundry. $700/m + util., avail sept 15. (604)769-4942
752
TOWNHOUSES
Building of the year by by Canada’s Largest Protection Agency. Call Verna, 604-819-0445
Chilliwack. 3 bdrm, 3 appl., newly reno’d, near schools. $1100/m +util. Avail now/oct 1. (604)795-7837
Bole Apartments
TRANSPORTATION
1 bdrms starting at $580/moth includes heat & hot water, insuite storage, onsite manager, no pets, refs req’d. (604)792-8974
NEW 14x70 2 bdrm, 2 bath in 55+ Abby Park. $92,988 with $515/pad rent. $4600 down. $1061 total/mo. 604-830-1960
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AUTO SERVICES
West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St. Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments!
Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms
#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423
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
RUBBISH REMOVAL
Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206
New SRI *1296 s/f Double wides fr $94,900. *New SRI 14’ wides fr $72,900. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net
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
A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, September 13 at the Lions Club Hall on Spadina Ave, Chilliwack at 2:30pm.
CULTUS LAKE year round home. avail Oct 1. 2 bdrm, f/p, $1000/m + util. (604)858-6490
Chilliwack, senior building 55+ building. bachelor $520/m. Close to shopping, heat, hot water & cable incl. avail now. (604)703-9076
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
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Chilliwack. Older country home in Greendale available Oct. 1, 4 bdrms, 1 bath, lg fenced yard, small pet ok, n/s, next to school, church & store. $1100/m + util. Ref’s required. (604)823-2399
Chilliwack. 45 +. Bachelor $520/m. and 1 bdrm, $580/m. Heat hot water incl., close to shops and hospital. Avail now. (604)703-9076
TONY’’S PAINTING
HOMES FOR RENT
Certified crime-free multi housing.
Mission Enjoy a beautiful experience of Asian massage. Open 9:30am 8:30 pm. Last appt 8:00 pm. Mondays - Saturdays
736
Chilliwack, 2 bdrm house, 5 appl., fenced yard, close to elementary school, quiet area. $1350/m. + util, avail sept 1. (604)792-1432
WE CATER TO SENIORS!
ABBOTSFORD. 2986 Oriole Cr. 3 bdrm. rancher. 6400 sq.ft. corner lot. Lge shed. Near John Maclure Elem. $355,000. 604-832-0719
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!
OASIS SPA
RENTALS
APARTMENT/CONDO
9430 NOWEL ST. 604-824-0264
LANDSCAPING
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
PERSONAL SERVICES
Jamie also loved the many family camping trips down the Oregon coast and up to the Okanagan.
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ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
Jamie was born and raised in Chilliwack, where we attended Bernard Elementary, A.D. Rundle Middle School and graduated from Chilliwack Senior Secondary. He had many interests, which he pursued with extreme vigor and passion.
Jamie was always very passionate about BMX racing and over the years he won many trophies. That passion developed into a love of motors and speed, owning a ‘65 Ponitac MR2, street bikes and racing motorcycles.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES. NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~
PETS
9/15W_MO9
TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
New SRI 14x60. $74,900. Pad rent $550/mo. 55+. Call Chuck 604-830-1960
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
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fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 CKC Reg Shelties. 2male -5 mo/2 yrs, CH bred-N.B. contract. Riverwind Shelties-Laura. 604-793-6768.
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ELECTRICAL
Two open heart surgeries.
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
One big need.
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Help us build a new BC Children’s Hospital.
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
Please Give. 1.888.663.3033 beasuperhero.ca
1 Purebred blue male. 1st shots, tails / d c removed. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665
Wanted: DOBIE PUP
I have fenced yard. 604-498-5191
WE’RE ON THE WEB w w w.bcclassified.com
GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
pick a part
The Scrapper
HOMES FOR RENT
ATTENTION FARMERS
CLEANING SERVICES
CONCRETE & PLACING
715
736
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
CLEANING LADY available, good references, good rates. Call 604791-2525
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sardis holdings. april terrace
Chilliwack. 3 bdrm duplex with 2 pc ensuite, good area. Sundeck, $940/m incl util. Ref’s required. Call Neil, 795-0808
Golden Retriever Puppies for sale, Only 4 left. Vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. 604-813-5700
LEAKY BASEMENT? 20 years experience, free estimates. Call Don, (604)798-1187
MORTGAGES
46806 Chilliwack Central Rd., Chilliwack, 36 acre farm, long term lease only, owner motivated. Serious inquires only. Ph: Kam (604)816-6316 or info@gnrsingh.com
EXTRA INCOME Classified ads are a direct line to extra income. Somewhere there is a buyer for the things you no longer want or need. Call bcclassified.com 604-702-5552
Chilliwack Rentals HOMES, APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES
MANAGING 400+ RENTALS. VIEW AT... www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com 604.858.RENT (7368)
HOMELIFE GLENAYRE REALTY CHILLIWACK LTD. Property Management Division
02/14W_HL5
477 .Need Cash, Own Vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046
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Cottonwood Mall
South Fraser Gate
Across from London Drugs Beside COBS Bread Chilliwack 604.858.6368
#105 - 2653 Trethewey Street By Shoppers Drug Mart Abbotsford 604.870.8686
OPEN same as mall hours
OPEN 9am to 8p 8pm pm