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Weddings on Fraser Valley farms may become a thing of the past, if stricter rules for agricultural land use in B.C. are adopted. Caroline Mosterman, who owns CPM Farms on Sumas Prairie, has hosted weddings, fundraisers, and garden club events on her land for six years. With blueberry fields and a water plant nursery on the farm, the venue has built-in outdoor ambience. But on Sept. 28, the Agricultural Land Commission delivered a stop-work order, telling her to cancel all non-farm events. “It’s going to be crippling to the agri-tourism industry,” Mosterman said. There were five weddings scheduled for this fall, plus more in 2016 and 2017. She has been told she needs to apply for a nonfarm use permit to start hosting events again – a process that requires local and provincial approval and can take up to two years. It was one of many stop-work orders issued by the ALC to B.C. farms this year, including some in Chilliwack, Langley, Kelowna and on Vancouver Island. Farm weddings may be permanently off the table if a proposal from the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture, which specifically labels “commercial weddings” as a non-farm use, is adopted. Serena Miller had her May 2016 wedding, booked at CPM, canContinued on A3

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For six years, CPM Farms in Abbotsford has hosted weddings on their active blueCourtesy Caroline Mosterman berry and water plant farm. posal from the ministry of agriculture is much more specific, and it also would limit farms on ALR to only receive agri-tourism income equal to or less than their yearly farming income. Mosterman, who has farmed livestock and produce, thinks this financial benchmark doesn’t make sense. Fluctuating commodity prices can make a small farm’s income vary widely from year to year – and in especially lean

years, even small events like hay rides could run afoul of the proposed rules. She’s banded together with a group of other ALR farmers from across the province, including seven from the Valley, who call themselves the B.C. Agri-Tourism Farming Association, to lobby the province to loosen the rules. “The effects will be socially and financially massive … We’re not the only farm that is affected,” Mosterman

said. “We just feel that weddings on farmland should be an acceptable use of farmland. Our sales in our nursery have increased substantially since we started hosting events … (they) are attracting people to the farm.” The ministry has proposed a set of rules local governments would need to adopt into bylaws to regulate ALR farms. According to the ministry, it’s in response to

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local governments asking for more clarity, but the City of Abbotsford says the proposal would pose problems. Mayor Henry Braun worries that limiting agri-tourism income to be equal or less than farm income would be a costly hassle to enforce, requiring the city to examine farmers’ accounting records. But on the issue of weddings and other events, Braun said the city can’t voice a position – all Abbotsford can do is enforce the ministry and ALC’s definitions of non-farm use. The ministry was going to stop accepting comments about the proposal on Nov. 30, but in response to pressure has extended the deadline to Jan. 15, 2016. Mosterman thinks the extra time is much-needed. “I think it’d be prudent to wait. It’d be foolish to push this through,” she said. Representatives from the ministry of agriculture did not return News’ requests for comment by press time.

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Abbotsford Police say they have caused a “major disruption” to the drug trade that has fueled the Townline Hill gang conflict, with the arrests of three men last Thursday. Herman Sidhu, 25, has been charged with 13 counts of trafficking in a controlled substance, while Bhavdeep Deol, 26, has been charged with two counts of the same offence. The two were previously sentenced for assaulting a man outside an Abbotsford pub in 2010. A third man, 27-yearold David Karl Elliott, has been charged with one count of drug trafficking. The trio were arrested Thursday afternoon after drug search warrants were executed at the Deol home in the 30600 block of Curlew Drive and at the Sidhu residence in the 3500 block of Summit Drive. Const. Paul Walker said police seized from the two homes two pounds of MDMA (ecstasy), 26 ounces of cocaine and a small amount of heroin. The drugs had an estimated street value of $70,000. They also seized drug paraphernalia, $6,000 cash and two vehicles, Walker said. Walker described the men who have been charged as “medium- to high-level” traffickers who allegedly would have had access to “large quantities” of drugs. He said a “variety of resources” were used in the investigation over the last couple of months, leading to the arrests on Thursday by members of the Abbotsford Police Department (APD) emergency response team and the crime re-

duction unit. Elliott and Sidhu were apprehended in the Highstreet shopping centre parking lot, while Deol was arrested at the home on Curlew Drive. Walker said the men are allegedly involved in the ongoing Townline Hill conflict, which has seen two groups of young men battling for drug turf for well over a year. The dispute has included several driveby shootings and two killings. Harwin Baringh, 18, was shot to death in October 2014 while in an SUV on Sparrow Drive. Ping Shun Ao, 74, died on Sept. 2 of this year when he was struck by a stray bullet intended for a person living in the home next door to him on Promontory Court. Charges have not yet been laid in either murder. Deol and Sidhu both have prior criminal records. They served conditional sentences of 12 months and nine months, respectively, in 2012 after each pleading guilty to assault

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The Abbotsford school district’s proposal to reconfigure six rural schools in Abbotsford has met with opposition from some parents. Last week, the district unveiled a proposal to reconfigure its remaining kindergarten-to-Grade 7 schools to match its 24 other kindergarten-to-Grade 5 elementary schools. The move, which would take effect next year, would impact Aberdeen, Bradner, Mt. Lehman and Ross elementaries in the city’s west, and Barrowtown and Upper Sumas elementaries in the east. The district also proposed changing catchment areas so Barrowtown and Upper Sumas students would attend Abbotsford middle and senior. But some parents have come out against the move, which will be voted on by the board of education in February. Jared White, who has two children at Upper Sumas along with a preschooler, said the current system works well for families and allows older children to help younger kids in school. “What a blessing it is for a (kindergarten student) to have an older sibling in Grade 6 or 7 who can help them navigate their sense of belonging in the school and who can be there to stand up for them,” White wrote in a letter to the district. White said changing the catchments the same year further complicates things, as older children like his son have already made connections at their existing catchment-area middle school. “As educators and parents yourselves, you should be aware that consistency and structure is best for a child’s development,” White wrote. “Changing expectations and plans mid-year is going to upset a lot of children and a lot of families.” He suggested that if the change does happen, it should be delayed until 2017 or later. White also formed a Facebook group, Save Our K-7 Schools, that had 120 members as of Tuesday afternoon. One parent wrote on the group’s page: “This deeply saddens our family. One of the reasons we chose Ross elementary was the k-7! With our son being in grade 5, this is like having the carpet ripped out from underneath us … There should be fair warning, better set up of this process, not half a year notice.” The school district has pledged to consult further with parents. Consultation meetings are anticipated to be held in January.

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Step forward for homeless Finally – positive action on the homeless situation in Abbotsford. In coming weeks, the occupants of the “protest camp” on Gladys Avenue and other street people will have another option available to them – warm, supervised shelter for the winter months in construction trailers on Riverside Road, along with support services to help them address long-term housing and health issues. There are some who say this took far too long, and they would be right. But along with former councils that dragged their feet for years on this critical issue, a finger can also be pointed at the feet of the activist Drug War Survivors group and its advocates. Their legal challenge to the city’s bylaw that banned camping in parks froze this chronic issue in the courts for about two years. The city had to defend against the litigation, and that cost hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars. The outcome achieved little, since the judge’s ruling was essentially a mirror of

an earlier Victoria case, in which the court ruled the homeless could camp overnight on public land, but had to pack up during the day. Shortly after the case was over, the city announced the temporary shelter, as it could have done earlier had it not been legally hamstrung. Even so, as the case plodded through the courts, the city resurrected an earlier unsuccessful plan for a 31-bed permanent, low-barrier, supportive-housing project to be built next year. Clearly, governments and their constituents, not the justice system, solve complex social issues such as homelessness. Next, we need to see the speedy end of the Gladys camp. And following that, further momentum on long-term measures for the homeless in this city. It’s unlikely the issue will ever be completely resolved. Some will refuse whatever is provided. So be it – as long as the support is there when and if they become ready to receive it.

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Abbotsford’s decision to open a 40-bed temporary winter shelter on Riverside Road near the Highway 1 overpass was praised by homeless activists, but some nearby residents aren’t happy with the decision. Stephanie, who lives a short walk away, says she’s afraid the shelter will attract drug users and cause safety concerns for her groundfloor townhouse. She said there’s been an attempted home invasion in her complex, and thefts from porches are common. “I’m a single woman who lives on the first floor. This event has given me anxiety and symptoms of PTSD,” she said. Notifications about the shelter, which was

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didn’t want to disclose his surname, but said he wasn’t informed by the city prior to the shelter announcement, and hasn’t yet heard anything about it from his tenant. As the land is designated as industrial under the Official Community Plan, he doesn’t plan to keep the property as a residential rental for the long term.

Mayor Henry Braun said consultation with neighbours wasn’t required before starting the project, as temporary shelter is allowed in any zoning category. The $750,000 the city plans to contribute to the project’s budget isn’t coming from property taxes, but from Abbotsford’s share of the gas tax fund, Braun added.

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New electronic monitoring for offenders GPS ankle bracelets allow mapping of movements Advanced new ankle bracelets to electronically monitor high-risk offenders after their release from prison will soon be in use in B.C. The move comes more than a year after the arrest of paroled rapist Raymond Caissie in the murder of Surrey high school student Serena Vermeersch. At the time, Justice Minister Suzanne Anton acknowledged the monitoring of high-risk offenders needed to be improved. The Crown did not request electronic monitoring of Caissie. In July, the province selected UK-based provider Buddi Ltd. to provide new monitoring devices to track released offenders and ensure they don’t violate release conditions. B.C. Corrections expects to begin using the new devices in mid-December. The hybrid radio frequency/GPS system has better tracking and reporting capabilities, including an ability to

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The City of Abbotsford will hold a Neighbourhood Information Meeting regarding a proposed new operator, Triangle Community Resources Inc., for the existing Supportive Recovery facility for the property located at 2022 Everett Street. The Zoning Bylaw de¿nes “Supportive Recovery” as: “a residential use providing a supportive and structured environment for individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction, which is governed by a Housing Agreement.” Meeting Date/Time:

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Hospitals in the Fraser Health region have improved slightly from the spring on key indicators of congestion, but large numbers of incoming patients continue to wait too long to get a bed. Fraser’s latest report card suggests that re-

mains a persistent problem despite repeated initiatives to improve patient flow. And some improvements seen elsewhere in the region haven’t been seen at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre (ARHCC). As of September, it shows just under 40 per cent of admit-

ted patients got a bed within a 10-hour benchmark so far this year. That’s far below a target of 55 per cent, which is itself lower than more ambitious targets that had been set in previous years and subsequently discarded. A 2012 congestion review warned hallway medicine was so

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From A21

Fraser Canyon – are currently meeting the 55 per cent target for admission within 10 hours. The majority

unchanged since the spring. In contrast, neighbouring Vancouver Coastal health authority reported it’s essentially meeting the

same target with more than 54 per cent of its patients getting a bed within 10 hours. From April to August, Fraser averaged 204 patients across its hospitals

who’ve been admitted but not yet given a proper bed and are instead being treated in ERs, hallways, lounges or other nonacute care areas. That’s

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Artisans’ market at Highstreet The Abbotsford Arts Council presents its annual Pop-up Artisan Market this year at Highstreet Shopping Centre from Dec. 4 to 6. The event is an indoor venue with a festive atmosphere and new opportunities to find local, one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers, while at the same time supporting and recognizing local artisans. All gifts featured in the market are locally handmade. They include

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Abby Panthers win provincial semi-final Ben LYPKA Abbotsford News

The Abbotsford Panthers are one win away from a provincial football title, after defeating the Langley Saints 50-29 at BC Place on Saturday. The semi-final started out well for the Panthers, as they pushed the Saints deep into their own zone and committed a safety after a flubbed point. A Panthers fumble stalled the team’s first offensive drive, and Langley marched down the field to go up 8-2 early, but the

Panthers scored four unanswered touchdowns to lead 29-8 at the half. Star wide receiver Chase Claypool was a huge factor in the Panthers win. He scored a touchdown in each quarter, and he seemed to be on the same wavelength as quarterback John Madigan for the entire game. “I tell him just to throw it up as high and as far as he can and I’ll try to make a play on it,” he said. The star wide receiver did just that on several plays, and also

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Panthers wide receiver Tanner Maquardt grapples with a defender during the AA semi-final on Saturday.

was a key defensive piece in the Panthers’ win. He made several tackles and grabbed an interception in the second quarter. His play wasn’t unnoticed by the opposition. “He is a special, special athlete,” said Langley co-head coach Ryk Piche of the sixfoot-five receiver. “With his body type, he looks like a thirdyear university player. “We had two guys covering him, we had one high, one low, we had one playing man and one playing zone [defence] over top of him and there were times they would just throw a ball up in his general direction and the young man would come down with the ball.” Running back Richard Tshimpaka also had a huge game, scoring two touchdowns and playing a key role on defence. Reese Morrison caught the Panthers’ other touchdown. Panthers head coach Jay Fujimura said it

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BEN LYPKA Abbotsford News

Panthers star wide receiver Chase Claypool grabs one of his four touchdown passes at BC Place on Saturday. 4 p.m. on Saturday at BC Place. Abbotsford Secondary last won a provincial football

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ACS Knights senior boys earn provincial silver Ben LYPKA Abbotsford News

Home court wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite enough for the Abbotsford Christian

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ACS players go up for a block against Revelstoke at the senior boys A provincial tournament in Abbotsford on JOHN MORROW Abbotsford News Friday. medal game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been a great run for the Knights,â&#x20AC;? said Van Dyk. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In 2013 they finished second, last year they captured the gold medal, and this year won silver.â&#x20AC;? ACS players Aaron Postma and Tyler Postma were both named first team tournament all-stars. For more details on the tournament, visit p rov i n c i a l s . ab b o t s fordchristian.com The MEI Eagles junior girls volleyball team

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Abby quartet win Vanier Cup Ben LYPKA Abbotsford News

A quartet of Abbotsford football products are now national champions. Defensive back Tanner Friesen, wide receiver Ben Cummings, defensive lineman Levi Hua and quarterback Greg Bowcott were all part of the UBC Thunderbirds historic 26-23 win over the Montreal Carabins in Quebec City on Saturday. UBC won the Vanier Cup, the biggest prize in CIS football, with a last-second field goal kick. The last time UBC won the Vanier Cup was 1997. Fr i e s e n and Cummings are both first-years, and graduated from Robert Bateman Secondary. Hua is a second-year and graduated from W.J. Mouat Secondary, while Bowcott is a fifthyear player from Rick Hansen Secondary. Friesen recorded one assisted tackle in the game. “We make it tough on ourselves, but that’s what you expect from a young team. This group of guys was not even picked to make the playoffs in Canada West this year,” said UBC head coach Blake Nill. “What they have done is one of the most amazing things I’ve seen. This team has stood up to the best the country can offer and they have come out in front every time.” The win completes a Cinderella story, after the club finished last in the Canada West conference with two wins and six losses in 2014. It’s also less than two years removed from a UBC sports targeting review, where the future of the football program was in doubt.

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Norton wins trio of coaching awards It’s time to clear some room in the trophy case for Abbotsford’s Tom Norton. The Special Olympics

Abbotsford track and field coach was honoured with three different awards in the last two months for his 30-

plus years of work with the organization. Norton was recognized at the Special Olympics BC Leadership Summit

in October as the winner of the Howard Carter Award for 2015 (Coach of the Year). Following close on the

heels of that honour, Norton received the 2015 Coaching Association of Canada Sport Leadership Coaching Excellence

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SHOP THEBAY.COM Hudson’s Bay Friends & Family offer excludes One Day Sale offers; Other exclusions apply. See store for complete listing. 15% and 20% offers are mutually exclusive and cannot be combined with New Account discount. No price adjustments on purchases made prior to December 2, 2015. Offer cannot be combined with any other coupon(s). Hudson’s Bay, Hudson’s Bay Credit, Hudson’s Bay Rewards, hbc.com and their associated designs are trademarks of Hudson’s Bay Company. Credit is extended by Capital One Bank (Canada Branch). Capital One® is a registered trademark of Capital One Financial Corporation. MasterCard and the MasterCard brand mark are registered trademarks of MasterCard International Incorporated. All Marks used under license. All rights reserved. Women’s outerwear: In our outerwear department; Excludes Cinzia Rocca, Cinzia Due, Marella, HISO, Soia & Kyo, Pajar, Artic Expedition, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Sicily, Michael Michael Kors and items with 99¢ price endings. Women’s cold-weather accessories exclude Adrienne Landau, Burberry, Coach, Diane Von Furstenberg, Kate Spade New York, Linda Richards, Lord & Taylor Cashmere, Marc By Marc Jacobs, Michael Michael Kors, Pajar, UGG Australia and items with 99¢ price endings. Women’s rain and winter boots exclude Cougar boot styles Cheyenne and 39068 Original. Men’s winter boots exclude UGG Australia. Kids’ and babies’ outerwear and cold-weather accessories exclude Moose Knuckles, Under Armour, ADD Down, Ralph Lauren Childrenswear and items with 99¢ price endings. Men’s gloves, scarves and hats: In our accessories department; Excludes John Varvatos, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Polo Ralph Lauren, Armani Jeans, Diesel, Hook & Albert, PKG, MRKT, Adidas, 180s, Fossil, Hex, Jack Spade, Marc By Marc Jacobs, Ted Baker, Bugatti, Under Armour, Herschel Supply Co. and Parkland.

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Coach of the year among honours From A35

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the annual Special Olympics Canada Awards and Gala in Toronto on Nov. 19. Norton is an active member of the Special Olympics Abbotsford local executive as the coaching coordinator, a Team BC performance

coach in athletics and a Team Canada athletics coach, attending the World Summer Games in Los Angeles this past July where every one of his athletes was able to share the spotlight on the podium. The next stop on

his journey will be the 2016 Special Olympics National Winter Games in Newfoundland as staff for Team BC. For more information on local Special Olympics, visit specialolympics.bc.ca/local/ sobc-abbotsford.-

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Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Pilots take down Outlaws

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The Mission City Outlaws have lost only five games this season, but two of those losses have come at the sticks of the Abbotsford Pilots. The Pilots put another loss in the column for the Outlaws on Friday, beating the top team in the Pacific Junior Hockey League 5-4 at the MSA Arena. A second-period offensive explosion that saw the Pilots score four unanswered goals was the catalyst in a 5-4 Pilots win. Mission opened the scoring and Abbotsford’s Sean Olson tied the game up in the first, but the Outlaws regained the lead with a late first-period power play goal to hold a 2-1 lead after one period. The Pilots turned on the afterburners in the second, when Olson scored 59 seconds in to once again tie the game. Justin Wilde scored about two minutes later to give the Pilots the lead for the first time, and Alexander Methorst also scored a minute later. Cole Methorst then potted the eventual game-winning goal after a nice set-up that chased the Outlaws’ starting goalie Gunnar Nielsen out of the crease, and the Pilots skated out of the second period with a three-goal lead. The Outlaws battled back in the third, scoring two goals and ringing a shot off the crossbar in the final minute, but the Pilots hung on for the

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Abbotsford’s penalty kill a big factor in win over Mission From A37

5-4 win. “We started OK, then struggled for a bit and then we were really good in the second,” said Pilots head coach Jim Cowden. “We really started to skate in the second period. I don’t think they got a shot in the first 10 minutes of the second. And our goals

were all really good.” Cowden said the penalty kill was again a big difference, as the Pilots had to kill off a two-man advantage for several minutes in the second period. “The guys know what to do out there,” Cowden said. “We have the best PK in the league. Everyone gets in position and

they take away the shot at the point.” Hayden Guilderon had a four-point night, with the Methorst brothers, Sean Olson, and Justin Wilde all having multiple-point nights. The win comes off a 3-2 loss to the Aldergrove Kodiaks on Wednesday. The Pilots had a 2-1 lead head-

ing into the third, but Aldergrove scored a pair in the final frame to earn the win. Kellan Lavallee and Cole Methorst scored the goals for the Pilots. “We didn’t forecheck and I thought we played awful,” Cowden. “I thought our defence played OK but our forwards didn’t play very good

at all.” Abbotsford remains in second place in the Harold Brittain Conference after the weekend, with a record of 15 wins, nine losses and one overtime loss. The Pilots next host the Kodiaks at MSA Arena on Friday at 7:30 p.m., and then travel to Mission on Saturday.

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Pilots forward Justin Peaker pushes the puck forward against Mission during PJHL action on Friday.

“Did you know our proposed expansion follows the existing route for most of the way?” - Carey Johannesson, Project Lead, Land & Right-of-Way, Trans Mountain Expansion Project.

The proposed Trans Mountain Expansion follows the existing

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OF THE ROUTE IS ON THE EXISTING RIGHT-OF-WAY.

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BAND Mgr. sought by Kwakiutl Band in Pt. Hardy. Deadline to send cover letter, resume and salary expectation is 4 PM on Dec. 7 to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250949-6066. Pls request & review job description before applying.

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HEIN Christopher It is with profound sadness and broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of our dear son and brother, Christopher Michael Hein, on November 16, 2015 at the age of 49. He will be remembered by his mother Patricia, brother Richard (Julia), niece Beth (Steve), nephews Sam and Nicholas and grand-nephew Oliver, as well as extended family and friends. Chris was hardworking and treated his occupation with exactness. He had the kindest nature with family and the people that he cared about. Chris had many hobbies and was very active in hiking and extreme biking, skiing and generally excelled in all sports. He will be deeply missed. Donations in Chris’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Tributes and condolences may be left at:

www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534

JOHNSON Margaret Ann (nee Hayes) November 22, 1942 ~ November 13, 2015 Margaret passed away peacefully at Abbotsford Regional Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was predeceased by her father Bill, mother Lois, and younger brother Michael Hayes. Margaret will be dearly missed by her life partner and husband, Lynn Johnson sisters Heather Tsumura, Debbie Hayes, her foster daughter Soﬁa Bradaric, and several nieces, nephews and their families. Margaret spent her formative years in Maple Ridge then moved to Vancouver where she joined her sister Heather and started her career in the food industry. She worked for the White Spot (where she met her husband), and The Bay. They married in 1973 and moved to Abbotsford. Margaret had successful careers in the food industry, the Bank of BC, and REMAX Realty. Margaret lived a busy and social life with her husband and partner of 42 years and will be well remembered for celebrating life and sharing their home with so many. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 9th at 2:00 pm at The Rancho, 35110 Delair Road, Abbotsford. In lieu of ﬂowers please consider a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation.

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Lorna Evelina Nanette It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lorna Evelina Nanette VanderEnde on November 16, 2015 with her family by her side. She was born in Vancouver, BC on September 30, 1957. She is survived by her mother Marie Dinicola, her siblings, her long time partner and husband Wes Fullerton, her daughter Jennifer Palmer, her son-in-law John Palmer, her grandchildren Madelyn Palmer and Leah Palmer, her son Rob VanderEnde and her loving Bradley family.

She was extremely passionate about horses and loved her garden and ﬂowers. She devoted time to her grandchildren. Loved any animal especially her budgie Bard and was always on the hunt for the best “treasure” whether it be a fancy rock on her walks or something special for her granddaughters. In lieu of ﬂowers donations can be made to Greener Pastures horse rescue. http://www.greener-pastures.ca/ There will be no service by request.

MARTIN Lawrence William George December 30, 1917 ~ November 26, 2015 John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Well Dad, this time the “ice cream has fallen off my cone”. Dad loved ice cream and he would often take me for a cone. The caption is from a Dennis the Menace cartoon from over 50 years ago and it had a special meaning to Dad and I. He was a wonderful father. Dad passed away peacefully at the age of 97, his heart just ran out of beats. Although legally blind and conﬁned to a wheelchair, he was mentally sound to the end, never lost his sense of humour, and never complained. He was predeceased by all his family and friends of his generation losing his wife Gertie, in May 2011. They had been next door neighbours and were married for 68 years. He is survived by son, Gerry, two grandchildren, Michelle Sohl (Jonn), Murray, and four great-grandchildren, Kourtnie, Kendra, Mollie and William. Dad wielded a mean pool cue, was an avid ﬁsherman into his late 80’s and was ALWAYS on time. Rejected for military service, he was a shipyard welder during the war years and then after a short stint at Dairyland was employed as a “burner” at the Dominion Bridge Co. until he retired. The family wants to thank the staff of Tabor Court and also Tabor Home where he was affectionately called “Hot Lips” because he liked his coffee very hot. You provided him with exceptional care, as he so often told us. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 5, at 2:00 pm at the Ramada Abbotsford.

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FARM WORKERS GR Growers Ltd., located on 35493 Vye Road, Abbotsford is looking for 4 full time (40 hrs/wk) farm workers to work on farm all year round. Duties: planting, weeding, fertilize, cultivate, irrigation, winter pruning & harvest crops, other farm work etc. Wages $10.50/hr. Email resumes to: grgrowers@gmail.com or Fax 604-852-8654. Apply by mail GR Growers Ltd., 35493 Vye Road, Abbotsford, BC V3G 1Z4.

Support and Care for Tomorrow Leave a gift of support for kids living with complex healthcare needs. Remember us in your will. For more information, email donate@mattshouse.ca or call Alan at 604.850.6608

NAPLES Sara Sara Naples age 85 recently of

FARM WORKERS

FARM LABOURERS required 5-6 days (45-60 hours) a week at our Sumas farm. Work includes; planting, spacing, weeding, ﬂower picking and harvesting plants. All work will be outside and workers are expected to supply their own rain gear and winter clothing. We are looking for hard-workers with good attitudes. Our farm is not on a transit route & so applicants must have their own transportation. Employment starts in February 2016 and continues for approximately 9/months. The rate is $10.49/hour. Please fax or email your application to: 604-888-7640 rachel@vannoortbulb.com

OBITUARIES

mattshouse.ca

VANDERENDE

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FARM WORKERS Seikhon Farms is looking for 5 F/T (40 hours) farm workers for planting, weeding, fertilizing, cultivating, irrigating, winter pruning and harvesting crops, other farm work etc. Wages $10.50 /hr. Year round work. Email resume to: seikhonfarms@gmail.com. Call 604-807-6300 or 1453 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5Y4. P&B Growers Ltd needs seasonal farm workers for harvesting weeding & general farm duties. Starting Jan 2016 to Oct 2016 $10.50/hr 40 hrs/week.Send resumes to p-andb@shaw.ca

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Rudy

Full-time, permanent for Triple Eight Transport Inc. Offering extended benefits and 2 weeks pd vacation. Salary: $58, 219.00 per year. Hours: 40 hours/week. Responsibilities: To develop and implement systems and processes for accounts payable. Develop & recommend accounting methods and procedures and coordinate with other departments. Ensure the timely processing of all invoices and journal entries as per company policies and issue vendor payments in accordance with vendor terms. Continuously strive for efficiencies in all accounts payable tasks and processes. Maintain a performing team through ongoing coaching and deals with under performing staff in a timely manner utilizing the company’s resources. Delegate to team members to stimulate growth. Required: English language skills, degree in accounting and a min. of 3 years of relevant experience. Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office, Simply accounting, Quick books, TMW & automated 3-way match software is an asset. HOW TO APPLY: Job Location(s) 2548 Clear brook Road, Abbotsford, BC, V2T 2Y4 Phone: 1.604.755.2285 Fax: 1.604.755.2286

September 11, 1935 ~ November 29, 2015

CHICKEN CATCHERS

Abbotsford passed away peacefully on Friday, November 27,

2015 after brief care for pancreatic cancer at Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission. Sara was born and grew up in Yarrow, moved to Vancouver where she married Dino and raised their children David and Susan. Later moving to Langley for their retirement years and settling in Abbotsford for her ﬁnal years. Sara had a welcoming hospitality enjoying cooking, baking, preserves and gardening. She was a listening ear and encouragement for family and friends. Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, December 6th at 2:00 pm in the Centennial room at 2451 Gladwin in Abbotsford.

VOTH

Rudy passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on Sunday, November 29, 2015. He is survived by his wife Kay of 57 years, his son Rick (Mariann), daughters Shelley (Paul) Zacharias and Jennifer, as well as his grandchildren, Chris, Daniel (Deanne), Brad (Chantal) and Jordan (Jessica), his great grandchildren Marcus, Lillie, Asher, Hudson and Beckham, sisters Frieda, Elvira, sisters-in-law Anne and Betty, many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was pre-deceased by his 3 brothers Abe, Peter and John, 1 sister Kaethe and great granddaughter Quinn. Private family burial at Maclure Road Mennonite Cemetery, with a Celebration of Life to follow at Central Heights Church on 1661 McCallum Road, Abbotsford on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 1:00 pm. Online condolences to the family may be made to:

www.wiebeandjeskefh.com Wiebe & Jeske - 604.859.5885

WANTED Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity! Abby. 604-857-2221

Dishwasher The Salvation Army in Abbotsford requires a part-time (21 hours/ week) dishwasher to work in the Meal Centre. This position is available immediately for the person who is reliable and friendly. Please forward a cover letter and resume by December 4, 2015 to: Employee Relations Advisor, The Salvation Army, 34081 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2E8 FAX: (604) 852-8029 Email: santonescu@sacascade.ca We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming inﬂuence in the communities of our world. Each position contributes to the mission of The Salvation Army.

Farm Help South Aldergrove mink farm is looking for a full time general labourer. Starting Wage Is $15 Hour.

Fax Resume Attention Jon: 604-857-2218 P/T HELPER for Rise n Shine Cleaning. Must be bondable & live in Mission. Call 604-217-1027

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HELP WANTED

Fibreglass Technician Escape Trailer Industries is a local RV Manufacturing company located in Chilliwack, BC. We manufacture and sell molded fiberglass recreational travel trailers direct to the public throughout North America. We offer full time positions with secure, year round employment, competitive wages and benefits. We are continuously growing to meet the demands of our product and at this time have a full-time position in our fiberglass shop. This position involves gelcoat repairs on the exterior of fiberglass RV trailers. Should be comfortable with body working repairs, spraying gelcoat, sanding and polishing. Escape Trailer Industries offers a fast paced environment, suited to motivated individuals with a positive attitude. This is a fast paced, team environment which requires committed individuals who are energetic, competent and strive for perfection. Successful applicants must be able to work well within a team environment. Apply in person with resume and references to: 43851 Industrial Way Building B. We do not accept phone calls or emails for this position.

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today! POWELL RIVER & REGION Transition House Society has a job posting for a Stopping the Violence Counselor, closing on December 30th, 2015. Contact: chamberj@telus.net

PRODUCTION NURSERY WORKER, F/T We are recruiting seasonal staff for 2016 with various start dates. Drop off resume weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm, at 34825 Hallert Road, fax: 604-853-6282, or email: hr@vanbelle.com. $10.49 - $10.75/hr + potential for proﬁt share earnings.

For full job details see our website: www.vanbelle.com WANTED experienced commercial tire person for a busy shop in Port Coquitlam B.C. Top wages and beneﬁts paid. Please send resume to: tireperson@outlook.com

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HELP WANTED

In 42 weeks, the UFV Aircraft Structures Technician program can prepare you for well-paid work with major airlines, aircraft manufacturers, fixed base operations, large repair and overhaul organizations, and specialty repair shops. Attend an info session to learn more: .PO, %FDFNCFS , :30 pm UFV Aerospace Centre 30645 Firecat Road Abbotsford, BC

604-847-5448

The Abbotsford News, one of Canada’s leading community newspapers, has an opening for a Marketing Consultant. This is a career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in one of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided.

A two-for-one deal to make sure more people see your listing than even before!

Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to: Don Barbeau Advertising Manager 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: donb@abbynews.com Closing Date: Thursday, December 31, 2015 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

blackpress.ca X abbynews.com A division of

Creditors calling? Worried about garnishees?

Too much debt? Contact us today! No charge initial interview

(604)859-5585 www.wihnan.ca 33781 SF Way Abbotsford Wihnan Trustee Corp. Administrators of Consumer Proposals. Licensed Bankruptcy Trustee.

2451 Clearbrook Rd Abbotsford

Marketing Consultant

BlackPressUsed.ca

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

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Please email your resume and cover letter to: jmeloshinsky@eac.bc.ca Closing date: December 4, 2015 11/15H_EA26

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As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 150 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. The company has 3,500 employees, and newsrooms with history dating back to the 1800s.

Emil Anderson Maintenance has openings for

WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKERS This is a seasonal full time position in various locations including Hope, Allison Pass, and Boston Bar areas. All applicants must carry a valid class 3 w/air or higher. Applicants will be required to participate in physical labour as well as driving activities. Verifiable snowplowing experience will be an asset. Please email/fax resumes before December 4, 2015 and include current drivers abstract to: jmeloshinsky@eac.bc.ca Fax: (604) 794-3863

The position Currently working from our Accounting office in Abbotsford you will be part of our team servicing our Canadian titles. Role and Responsibilities • Creating and posting monthly journal entries • Preparation, completion and analysis of Monthly Financial Statements • Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts • Providing support and oversight to all departments from a best practices approach • Preparation and completion of annual budgets • Various other accounting demands Qualifications and Experience • Completion of an accounting designation • At least 2 year’s experience in full cycle accounting • Good working knowledge of Excel • Strong attention to detail • Good problem solving and analytical skills • Excellent time management and organizational skills • Good interpersonal & communication skills

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WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKERS

The Canadian division of Black Press has a challenging opportunity in the Finance Department for a Regional Controller. Black Press is home to some of the oldest, most trusted community newspapers in North America. Market by market these are the leading newspapers in their communities.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Emil Anderson Maintenance has openings for A HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC Emil Anderson Maintenance Co has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic at our Hope Repair Facility. Your duties will be to assist with the service, repair, and overhaul of a varied fleet of highway maintenance equipment. Preference will be given to the person who possesses a Class 3 drivers licence c/w air endorsement and also a Commercial Vehicle Inspection certification. The ideal candidate should reside in the greater Hope area, or be willing to relocate. This is a long term employment opportunity that offers excellent Union wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

HELP WANTED

Regional Controller

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Kristy 604.488.9161

SPRING RELAX SPA 604-859-9686

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• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

#1 in the Fraser Valley

Work with airplanes

Print classifieds reach even more people when it automatically appears on

Call 604-287-1988

MIND BODY SPIRIT

$1/MINUTE

ufv.ca/aerospace

Mission Enjoy a beautiful experience of Asian massage. Open 9:30am 8:30 pm. Last appt 8:00 pm. Mondays - Saturdays

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

Alternative Healing or Relaxation & Mobile Service. 604-746-1234

OASIS SPA 201 - 33072 1st Ave.

Thank you to all that apply & their interest to join our growing team, however only qualiﬁed persons will be contacted.

IN FIND IT THE CLASSIFIEDS

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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HELP WANTED

MIND BODY SPIRIT

604-746-0099 We are currently hiring for the following full time positions. FURNACE/HVAC MECHANIC Exp. Furnace/HVAC Mechanic; certiﬁed gas ﬁtter “B” class for furnace installation, service & repair; also for heat pump / air conditioning installations. DUCT CLEANER Having a gas ticket is an asset. Be clean cut, reliable, on time, positive & able to work well as a team or individual. Valid drivers license & a recent abstract from the D.M.V. Please E-mail Resume With References:

Phone 604-856-0889

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AMAZING WAVE SPA Acupuncture & Acupressure. 113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby.

Carpenter Helper/ Framer Wanted Must have own vehicle, tool pouch, hand tools

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES

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Wednesday, December 2, 2015

VOLUNTEERS

— A NEW SPIN —

TO YOUR VOLUNTEERING

This position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits and pension package. If you are an energetic self-motivated individual looking to expand your skills, this is a tremendous opportunity with a company that has experienced continued growth over the years. Please apply today with a cover letter to:

Drivers, Navigators, Phone Operators & Dispatchers needed.

604-864-4814

THANKS TO OUR PROGRAM PARTNERS:

e-mail: sschotts@blackpress.ca Competition closes: December 9, 2015 We thank everyone who is interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

Kenneth A. FORCIER, CGA Inc. CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

Nov. 27, 28, Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 & 31 Embrace your community. We’re in it together. Follow us: facebook.com/OperationRedNoseAbbotsford-Mission

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale High Performance paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring. . Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

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

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DRYWALL

ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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PETS

BOXER PUPS ďŹ&#x201A;ashy fawn males. Vet â&#x153;&#x201C; CKC regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Beautiful pedigree. 604-794-3786 afternoons/eves CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

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PLUMBING

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 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

GARDENING

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

NEW DOUBLE WIDE PAD AVAILABLE in 55+ adult park in Abbotsford. Pet OK. CHUCK 604-830-1960

GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Blk & blk/tan. 8 wks old, 4 left. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602 Golden Doodle puppies, born Oct. 23, Dad is (50lbs.) Standard Poodle (cert hips, elbows), Mom is (68lbs.) Golden Retriever. Ready Dec. 18. Ideal family companions / service dogs (intelligent, gentle, eager to please, good with children/animals, low or no shed). Experienced (30 years), knowledgable, kennelless breeders. First shots / deworming. $1,200, Mission 604-820-4827

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or large jobs. 604-859 -1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696

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PETS

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AUCTIONS

WWW.KWIKAUCTIONS.COM Weekly Restaurant Equipment Auctions. Coming up December 5 & 6 1000 Lots 2015 Brand New Equipment Liquidation, Refrigeration, Cooking Equipment, Plates, Glassware, Smallwares, Used Equipment, Contents of Buffet Hall, Large Hotel Restaurant, Cold Stone Creamery, Coffee Shop - www.KwikAuctions.com, Burnaby

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RENTALS 706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

MEADOWOOD Apartment & Townhouse Complex

Phone 604-852-4696 or Email

meadowood@ paciďŹ cquorum.com

RICK EDEN

ABBOTSFORD. Bright spacious 2 bdrm bsmt suite, full bath, priv ldry. Ns/np. Avail now. 604-309-1991.

â&#x153;Ś Senior Discount â&#x153;Ś Resident Managers â&#x153;Ś Sorry No Pets

www.paciďŹ cquorum.com PaciďŹ c Quorum Properties Inc

www.eryxproperties.com 2 bdrm, 2 ba, 12th ďŹ&#x201A;r $1300/m Avail Dec 15th

Christmas Goodies, Mandarins, and all your produce needs!

.Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

FAMILY MAN w/truck for yard & home clean-ups, odd jobs, scrap removal. Free est. 604-820-2383

Always Reddy Rubbish Removal

Open Monday to Saturday

â&#x20AC;˘ Respectful â&#x20AC;˘ Reliable â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible â&#x20AC;˘ Affordable Rates

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8 am ~ 6 pm

Closed Sunday

Residential / Commercial

Seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greeting From Green Team Gardening Lawn Mowing Storm & Fall Cleanup Hedging - Pruning Pressure Washing Rubbish Removal Call for Free Estimate 604-302-9304

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SANDBLASTING

SOFA BED, Queen size. 3 pce chesterďŹ eld set. Lift chair. All in exc. condition. Call 604-852-2683

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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

We can remove any coating off of any surface at any location.

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

www.mobilblast.ca

****GUTTER CLEANING**** SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE ~~ Call Ian 604-724-6373 ~~

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Complete Handyman Servicesâ&#x20AC;?, household repairs / maintenance, new additions and upgrades. Reas rate/quotes and refs. Call/text: Mike 604-319-0273

HOME REPAIRS

REPAIRS, Misc Service Jobs, etc., big or small, call Robert at 604-8444222 If I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it, it canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be done

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359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

MISSION TOPSOIL

HANDYPERSONS

LOCAL HANDYMAN. Home Repairs & Renovations. Int / Ext. 30 yrs exp. Reasonable rates. 778-245-0965

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MOVING & STORAGE

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-5 ton truck, 2men fr $45. SENIOR DISCOUNT. Honest, bsmt clean up 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576 1 As in movers we trust. Same day moves & deliveries. Reliable Honest Movers. Starting $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607

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â&#x153;Ś Screened Topsoil â&#x153;Ś Mushroom Manure â&#x153;Ś Bark Mulch â&#x153;Ś Sand & Gravel

FURNITURE

MISC. FOR SALE

ROMANCE Your Christmas Local BC Adult Retailer Shop Online Now & Receive 25% OFF! www.shagg.ca STEEL BUILDING SALE... â&#x20AC;&#x153;REALLY BIG SALE-YEAR END CLEAR OUT!â&#x20AC;? 21X22 $5,190 25X24 $5,988 27X28 $7,498 30X32 $8,646 35X34 $11,844 42X54 $16,386. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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FIREARMS: We will sell all your unwanted ďŹ rearms. Consignment or selected purchase. 778-278-2205

Pick Up or Delivery 8590 SYLVESTER RD.

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WE PAY CASH FOR HOUSES!! ANY CONDITION, ANY LOCATION 604-789-3922 www. MapleRidgePropertyBuyers.com

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Abbotsford Central Mountainview - Bakerview

THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

FEED & HAY

#1 PET SOURCE â&#x20AC;˘ Pet Food & Accessories â&#x20AC;˘ Livestock Feed & Hay â&#x20AC;˘ Wild Bird Seed & Accessories â&#x20AC;˘ Whole Lot More 31852 Marshall Place Abbotsford B.C. 604-556-7477 www.buckerďŹ elds.org

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Yes, We Pay CASH!

Damaged or Older Houses! Condos & Pretty Homes too!

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING TONYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PAINTING

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CALL TODAY! 604-866-7080 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP w/View Fam./Pet ok. $42,900 w/$575pad Financing avail. 604-830-1960

SUITES, UPPER

ABBOTSFORD. 3 bdrm. upper of house, 2 full ba, 2000 sf. Ns/np. Avail now $1500/mo. 778-552-4737

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TOWNHOUSES

MISSION: 3 BDRM TOWNHOUSE, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-820-1715

NEWLY RENOVATED 3 bdrm. - 1.5 bath on 2 levels Our gated 5 acre complex is quiet and family oriented. We have 2 playgrounds available for kids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pet- Friendlyâ&#x20AC;?

2009 Ford Escape, black, low Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s used engine 62,000K, new brakes & battery. $7995. 604-826-0519

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Woodbine Townhouses 9252 Hazel St, Chilliwack $1100 per month Utilities not Included

Call Mike to set up a day & time to view (604)-792-8317 or email: raamco.ca

2006 CHEVY UPLANDER LS All power, keyless entry, alarm, very good/clean cond., 135K, $4900. Call: (604)500-5540

MISSION

TRANSPORTATION

HABITAT APARTMENTS 1 Bedroom suite $635 2 Bedroom suite $750

604-853-0333 ABBOTSFORD

Great View Available Now!

THE MATTER OF THE WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN ACT

1995 Z28 CAMARO, 350cid, transmission rebuilt, new head gasket, Many Extras. $5990. 604-826-0519

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OFFICES FOR RENT â&#x20AC;˘ 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 offices available â&#x20AC;˘ Shared facilities â&#x20AC;˘ New floors â&#x20AC;˘ Lots of windows â&#x20AC;˘ Backup generator

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo ~ No Pets Hot water included. Quiet, parklike setting.

CARS - DOMESTIC

604-826-2538 Managed by ECM Strata - Rental Division

NEW LOWER RENTS SENIORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DISCOUNT

Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

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Newly painted , some with new or near new ďŹ&#x201A;ooring. Quiet, well managed, on site Manager. Undercover parking. Coin Laundry. Near library and downtown. NO Pets.

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ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program

REAL ESTATE

751

33555 South Fraser Way Crime Free Multi-Housing CertiďŹ ed

APARTMENT/CONDO

TREE SERVICES

PETS

ABBOTSFORD. Sumas Mountain. 2 bdrm, 1 full bath, laundry. N/S. Avail Dec. 1st. $1000/mo incl utils., wireless net & cable. 604-764-0726.

Call Dave @ 604-859-0482

WALTER FUNK 604-302-1028 ÂŽ

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2008 - B200, 150K local no accident lady driven smoke & pet free. runs great. 604-720-8772

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HOMES FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD Avail. now. 3 bdrm updated rancher on blueberry farm. 1 ba, 5 appl. RV parking. N/s. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $1500/mo Gary 604-807-6477 MISSION, 3 bdrm + den, 2 bath, 2 car garage $1580 + partial utils. NS/NP. Dec 15. 604-615-7006

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OFFICE/RETAIL

IRIS RUSSELL Date of Sale After: December 8th, 2015 AMOUNT OWING $351.00

SUSAN ORR Date of Sale After December 8th, 2015 AMOUNT OWING: $330.50 RALPH STUBBS Date of Sale After December 8th, 2015 AMOUNT OWING: $661.25

ABBOTSFORD. Attractive OfďŹ ce & or Retail Spaces avail. All located within Abbotsfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business core. Right now we can accomodate your needs up to 5500 sq/ft. Ph: Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300.

MISSION AREA. 800 SF SHOP. Available now. $450 + gst + hydro + gas. Security check and references. No Living Quarters. 604-820-0808

SIMPSON MINI STORAGE, of 30666 Simpson Rd, Abbotsford BC, claims a warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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:

R&S WINDOW COVERINGS/ ROB SCHILLINGS Date of Sale After: December 8th, 2015 AMOUNT OWING $271.60

Little Oak Realty

COMMERCIAL SPACE for Lease: 1556 sf. #106 - 33643 Marshall Rd. Abbotsford. 604-850-7731.

A & D TREE SERVICES Tree Removal, Brush Chipping, Stump Grinding, Hedge Trimming Pruning ~ Arborist Facilities. Fully Insured. 604-226-6514

The Scrapper

33366 2nd Ave. Mission

Phone 604-556-7705

604-820-0808 www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

374

Landmark/Rick Eden Agencies

Matsqui Village

778-999-2803

Concrete Bldg. Great Views of Mt. Baker. X-Lge & Bright Heat and Hot Water Incl Sprinklered. Lge patios, 2 Elevators. Lockers. Gated Pkng. Super Clean. N/P.

Property Evaluation 30+ Years Gold Master Medallion Recipient

Corner of Harris & Riverside

All Rubbish, Junk & Recycling needs. Johnson

Call

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

Conveniently located at

3046 Clearbrook Road

FRASER RIDGE Condo Living at Apartment Prices!

RICK EDEN 604.854.4888 FREE

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

â&#x20AC;˘ Autos â&#x20AC;˘ Trucks â&#x20AC;˘ Equipment Removal

SUITES, LOWER

1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances

Abbotsford / Mission â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Starting at $685/mo - 1 & 2 bedroom suites now available. Take your pick, Classic or Renovated McCallum / Marshall area. 778-344-2787

Selling Your Home?

750

Apartments

1 Bedroom lofts & 2 Bedrooms 5 Appliances

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

The Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Premier Farm Market Family owned & operated since 1975

845

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 ofďŹ ce, gas LCB outlets etc. 604-826-2741.

2 BDRM LEGAL SUITE. East Abb. Stainless appliances, in-suite laundry. N/S, N/P. Avail Dec 1. $975/month + util. 604-504-5853

Townhouses

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

RV PADS RV Sites $355/mo.

ABBOTSFORD

New SRI Manufactured homes Singles $74,900. Doubles $94,900. PARK SPACES AVAILABLE REPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010 www.glenbrookhomes.net Chuck 604-830-1960 Trades. Financing. Permits.

747

TRANSPORTATION

2008 VW Golf City, 4 dr hatch, 64K, black, 5 spd stnd, many options, $6000 ďŹ rm. 604-538-9257 2010 Toyota Venza AWD, great cond, lady driven, leather, very clean, n/s, $20,000. (604)793-1273

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

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ABBOTSFORD:

PROFESSIONAL BLDG OFFICE SPACE McCallum Rd.

Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, & 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail. SENIORS DISCOUNTS Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & CertiďŹ ed. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.

746

Call 604-852-7350

ABBOTSFORD *CLEAN ROOMS* Bsmt rooms $425. Main ďŹ&#x201A;oor rooms $450 incl utils & lndry 604-854-1000

500 & 852 sq.ft. on 2nd Floor. Includes new lease hold improvements. Highly desired business located, close to Hwy access & transit.

Call Elmer 604-850-4242

ROOMS FOR RENT

ABBOTSFORD E. Furn. room incl util use of ldry/kitchen. Ns/Np $445 +$200DD. 604-853-8175, 751-1520

Offers 4 Premium Locations To Choose From:

t #MVF 3JEHF t 4VO 3JEHF t .PVOUBJO 3JEHF t *SFOF Clean and well-kept living environment Tenant parking On site laundry Live in site manager Call Ray 604.768.5361 www.capilanopropertymanagement.com

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BOTSFORD

WINNER

A-LIST

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COLDEST

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DAYS A WEEK!

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CHILE

750ml

1988 $ 4848

TO BE PERFECTLY FRANK - YOU FOUND IT FOR LESS... EVERY DAY! 98

$ 98

ALELI, Manager at the Highstreet location

(formerly Mt. Lehman Liquor Store)

604.853.6253

M115-3122 MT. LEHMAN ROAD

HIGHSTREET MALL

1988 $ 1028

6pk cans/btls

LIONS WINTER ALE

1998 $

12pk btls

WED DEC 2

2948 CANADIAN IS A CLASSIC LAGER. COORS LIGHT USING WATER FROM THE MAJESTIC ROCKIES.

THE KING OF BEERS

2948 $

BUDWEISER / BUD LIGHT 24pk cans

1898 $ 29 998 $

CANADIAN / COORS LIGHT BEER 24pk cans

2048 $ 2998 $

THURS DEC 3

SAT DEC 5

SUN DEC 6

MON DEC 7 PRICES EXCLUDE GOV’T TAXES & DEPOSIT. CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY.

FRI DEC 4

1998 $ 4748 $

750ml 1.75L

BACARDI WHITE SUPERIOIR RUM

7588

2148 $ 1898 $

12pk blts

TUE DEC 8

WED DEC 9

BELGIAN WHITE ALE

CORONA BEER / SHOCKTOP

7 $ 98 8 $ 98

4pk btls

REG / EXTRA SPICY

15 $

15pk cans

REGULAR / PALE ALE

HELL’ S GATE

REGULAR / BLONDE

CARIBOO

21 $

750ml

SMIRNOFF ICE COOLERS TANQUERAY / / MOTT'S CLAMATO BOMBAY SAPPHIRE

19488 $ 2948 $

750ml 1.14 L

CANADIAN CLUB RYE

OPEN 9AM - 11PM EVERY DAY! PRICES VALID DURING THE FOLLOWING DATES

21 $

12pk btls

HEINEKEN BEER / STELLA ARTOIS BEER

2998 $ 1648 $

15pk cans

PABST BEER EERR

STANLEY PARK WINTER MIXER

KOKANEE BEER 24pk cans

1998 $ 1898 $

1.14L

FIREBALL LIQUEUR 750ml / FORTY CREEK RYE

ea.

Full Case (12) + Dep.

$ 48

750ml 75 0ml

WHITE / RED

BODACIOUS BO WINE

$ 98

9 $ 1248

750L

CHAMPAGNE REG / ROSE

ea.

1998 $ 2948 $

750ml 1.14 L

KAHLUA LIQUEUR

2948 $ 4798 $

1.14L

BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM 1.14L / GRAND MARNIER ER LIQUEUR

JESSICA, Manager at the Marshall location

(adjacent Dollarama)

604.864.8860

1 - 34252 MARSHALL ROAD

MARSHALL/RIVERSIDE

1998 $ 1798 $

12pk cans

HONEY BROWN

SLEEMAN'S

12pk btls

HONEY BROWN

SLEEMAN'S

25 $

750ml

THE KRACKEN RUM

SPICED NAVY RUM

SAILOR JERRY

2298 $ 3148 $

1998 $ 2298 $

750ml

BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM 750ml / CAPTAIN MORGAN RUM 1.14L

1948 $ 3998 $

750ml 1.75L

CAROLAN'S IRISH CREAM

1998 $ 2348 $

750ml

RED LABEL SCOTCH

BALLENTINE'S SCOTCH / JOHNNIE WALKER

$ 98

750ml

PINOT GRIGIOO / SHIRAZ

PROPRIETOR'S RESERVE

$ 88

BRUGAL RON ANEJO RUM / CAPTAIN MORGAN SPICED RUM

7588

Full Case (12) + Dep.

$ 48

750ml

4 VARIETIES: CHARDONNAY, MERLOT, MOSCATO & SHIRAZ

NAKED GRAPE NAKE

1348 $ 1288 $

750ml

WHITE / RED ED

APOTHIC WINE

4798 $ 1498 $

9588

Full Case (12) + Dep.

750ml

RIESLING GWERTZ

HARDY'S WINE

Abbotsford News

12pk btls

750ml

1.14L

WISER'S DELUXE / GIBSON'S 12 YEAR RYE WISER'S HOPPED 750ml RYE

$44.98 (1.75L)

$10.48 (750ml)

Red & White

Enjoy & til’ next week... please En take care & be sure to always celebrate responsibly.. Cheers,

STEAMWORKS MASH UP /

2998 $ 4798 $

1.14L 1.75L

WISER'S DELUXE RYE

PALM BAY COOLERS GRANVILLE ISLAND MINGLER / OKANAGAN CIDERS WINTER 12pk btls SELECT VARIETIES GRANVILLE ISLAND 6pk cans

5OFF

43 $ 6598 $

MILLER GENUINE DRAFT / MOOSEHEAD BEER

EXPLORE CRAFT BEER...

ALL THE WAY FROM SOUTH AFRICA!

EA.

$ 98

750ml

MALBEC

OBIKWA WINE OB

750ml 1.14L

GREY GOOSE VODKA

2048 $ 2948 $

750ml 1.14L

ALL

2948 $ 1988

750ml

STOLICHNAYA VODKA

1.14L

1698 $ 1898

12pk btls

COORS BANQUET/ RICKARD'S TASTER'S PACK

2098 $ 4998

750ml 1.75L

CROWN ROYAL RYE

1798 $ 1988

750ml

ERISTOFF VODKA

POLOR ICE 90 NORTH VODKA 750ml /

Buy 2 or more & pay

RUSSIAN STANDARD ABSOLUT VODKA

Buy 2 or more & pay

HENKELL TROCKEN

RED / WINE

FINCA MALBEC

$ 88

1.5L

HARDY'S RIESLING GWERTZ

750ml

GLENFIDDICH SCOTCH 12 YR OLD

Abbotsford News

750ml 1.75L

SMIRNOFF VODKA

750ml

SAUV BLANC

750ml

SAUV BLANC

FRANK'S FEATURES

750ml

CAB SAUV / PINK MOSCATO

BAREFOOT WINE

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

CHARDONNAY / PINOT GRIGIO

KIM CRAWFORD

OYSTER BAY

$ 98

Full Case (12) + Dep. p.

1298 $ 1248 $

1.5L

$ 88

750ml

SHIRAZ

WINE FROM

750ml

SHIRAZ / SAUV BLANC

SCREW IT

SHIRAZ / PINOT GRIGIO

ANTARES WINE

RED / WHITE

OKANAGAN VINEYARDS NAKED GRAPE

+ BELOW GOV’T PRICE + BELOW GOV’T PRICE + BELOW GOV’T PRICE + BELOW GOV’T PRICE +

9am to 11pm

We are here for you every day including holidays!

No need to check what day it is

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Abbotsford News

LEADS THE WAY

DOWNTOWN ABBOTSFORD

IN COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Magnuson Ford gives back to Abbotsford “We want to give back to the community and the best way to do that is through you.” - Capt. Thurston McClain

We are more than an auto dealer and continue to prove it with our numerous community sponsorships and Drive One events! We have been in business for just over 6 years and are being recognized and nominated for a Small Business BC Award under the category of Best Community Impact. We are proud of the fact that we have hosted more community Drive One events than any other Canadian Ford dealer! So far this year we have participated in 94 events and have helped raise approximately $300,000 for local charities and causes. Thank you Abbotsford for your continued support . . . we look forward to being part of a great community for years to come!

DOWNTOWN ABBOTSFORD

604 853 FORD

MAGNUSONFORD.COM

D#37930

32562 SOUTH FRASER WAY, IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN ABBOTSFORD!