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Premier rejects Canadian senate plan Black Press Premier Christy Clark wasted no time rejecting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's plan to reform the Canadian Senate through an independent panel to appoint new senators. "B.C. will not participate in the process outlined today to appoint senators," Clark said in a statement released Thursday. "Our position has not changed; the Senate should be fixed or folded but we should not be distracted by it." Trudeau delivered this week on a promise to fill the 22 current Senate vacancies via a fivemember independent advisory board, starting with five appointments in the new year. Three of the five panel members are to be chosen by Ottawa, with two temporary provincial or territorial members named for each appointment. "Today's changes do not address what's been wrong with the Senate since the beginning," Clark said. "It has never

been designed to represent British Columbians or our interests at the national level." B.C.'s objection is that it has always been underrepresented, compared to provinces that joined confederation earlier. Constitutional change would be required to replace a regional formula where Ontario, Quebec, the Maritimes and the West have 24 seats each. That translates to six seats each for B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, while Nova Scotia and New Brunswick have 10 each, despite relatively tiny populations. Currently, B.C. has one senator for each 775,000 people, the lowest representation in Canada. Senate reform was a key part of the recent federal election campaign, after a string of resignations, suspensions and prosecutions of senators including Liberal Mac Harb and Conservatives Mike Duffy, Pamela Wallin and Patrick Brazeau. Harb and Duffy are fac-

ing charges of fraud and breach of trust over alleged misuse of expense allowances. Trudeau expelled all Liberal senators from the party caucus before the election. The Conservatives hold a majority in the Senate, which could allow them

to hold up Liberal legislation. B.C. currently has five senators, with former Vancouver mayor Larry Campbell and former Liberal Party vicepresident Mobina Jaffer appointed as Liberals. Conservative appointments are Nancy Greene Raine, Yonah Martin and

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Syrian families arriving now land with Arabic interpreters standing by at the airport, and usually Arabic-speaking doctors already arranged for them. Health coverage is provided by B.C. immediately without a wait period. Bartel noted the Canadian response is in stark contrast to that of the U.S., where his Mennonite counterparts are gloomy about their dim prospects to welcome Syrians. "It's kind of sad when you've got the largest economy and strongest country in the world and refugees aren't coming." Friesen said large numbers of Syrians arriving in Canada by the plane load could begin by January. Incoming refugees land initially in Montreal or Toronto and may spend a night or two at a military base before flying to B.C. About 200 additional governmentassisted refugees to come to B.C. by the end of the year, in additiuon to the ones that are privately sponsored. Friesen said the Immigrant Services Society of B.C. has had 460 offers of rooms in private homes to house refugees. "Quite a few of the housing leads are in north Delta, which is a non-traditional destination."

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ing with families can do." Bartel said the Fraser Valley is proving particularly fertile ground, with new groups of prospective sponsors – some church-based, some not – emerging daily to seek Mennonite Central Committee organizational help. He estimates at least 75 Syrian refugee families are likely to be sponsored in the Valley over the next year, many of them settling in AbbotsfordMission or Chilliwack. "Just about ever y night someone's heading to another group to talk and help them set up," he said. Rent is much more affordable in the Fraser Valley than Vancouver and Bartel is confident a strong community network will be in place, along with appropriate worship space for Muslims even in communiBLACK PRESS/FILE PHOTO ties without mosques. Samer Alragheb, and his wife and 18-month-old son meet well-wishers at YVR Monday. Sponsor groups typically arrange housing, furniture and in English and Arabic. Jeff Nagel other needs as well as a The father, Samer Alragheb, speaking significant amount of cash – typically Black Press through a translator, said it was his dream $25,000-plus – to cover rent and groAn emotional first encounter between to come to Canada and have his son take ceries for a year. a newly arrived Syrian refugee family and his first steps here. Donations are in some cases funtheir local Mennonite church sponsors Gerd Bartel, a Ladner resident who is part nelled to some sponsor groups from Monday night is expected to be replicated of the local church sponsor group and also other people who want to help finanfor weeks and months to come at YVR and heads donor relations for the Mennonite cially but can't form their own group. other B.C. airports. Central Committee in Abbotsford, predicts MCC has acted as intermediary A handful of new Syrian refugees have similar scenes will unfold across B.C. and for numerous sponsor groups with arrived in B.C. in recent days and around fuel the already intense appetite of B.C. the federal government. 30 more are expected by the end of this residents to sponsor refugees. "A large part of them aren't part of week, according to Chris Friesen of the "Three young moms from our church the Mennonite community," Bartel Immigrant Services Society of B.C. were all there and they brought all the added. "We're just facilitating for anyMonday's arrivals at Vancouver other little children. They had three-year- body." International Airport – a Syrian couple olds giving presents to the new little oneHe once helped resettle six famiand their 18-month-old son destined for an year-old," he recounted. lies of Vietnamese boat people 35 apartment in Richmond – were met with "This welcoming of hugs and presents years ago and says Canada is much hugs, gifts and 'Welcome to Canada' signs – that's what the power of families connect- better organized this time.

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News Renewed relationship welcomed with Sto:lo leaders Jennifer Feinberg Black Press Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling for nothing less than a total renewal of the relationship between Canada and First Nations. “I will be your partner,” the PM told First Nations leadership at the Assembly of First Nations annual meeting in Gatineau Tuesday morning. And that was refreshing to the ears of local Sto:lo leaders, such as Doug Kelly, Clem Seymour, and Ernie Crey, who all said they have waited for this moment for a very long time. Grand Chief Doug Kelly and Chief Seymour were in Gatineau, QC this week to hear the PM’s speech, and attend AFN meetings. “It was like a real breath of fresh air,” said Seabird Chief Clem Seymour about the speech to The Progress. “Sitting down and making education a priority, well that is the number one priority for us, the health of our people is number two, and the inquiry into missing and murdered women is number three.” In terms of the MMIW inquiry, Seymour said, “the people want to know.” Grand Chief Doug Kelly, who is chair of the Sto:lo Tribal Council, and First Nations Health Council, said the impact of the PM’s words was “to restore the dignity of First Nations peoples.” Trudeau was hailed for saying

that he simply couldn’t do the work alone, and asked directly for help of FN. “He offered to partner with us in the work of creating healthy, self-determining, independent First Nations communities and governments. “That’s what took place today, and that’s why there was so much positive energy and good will in the room as a result.” Grand Chief Kelly couldn’t help but think of past leadership’s struggles, as he listened to the speech, hearing firm pledges about education or implementing the reconciliation recommendations. “I was mindful of all of our past leaders who have been fighting and advocating for real change in these areas. “I was thinking about leaders like Richard Malloway, Sam Douglas, Norm Francis, Joe Gabriel, and Archie Charles, who worked hard to provide a better world for their people, who would have had tears of joy just from hearing that speech.” Kelly said he was too young to have experienced the first wave of Trudeaumania from the PM’s father, Pierre Elliot Trudeau, but the energy in the air for PM Justin Trudeau was electric. “Being part of the crowd, the vibration of that energy is contagious. We were so excited by what he said.” The PM’s pledge for an inquiry into MMI got a standing ovation and thunderous applause.

It was also clear to Grand Chief Kelly that the PM had done his homework. “This is not coming out of the blue, he travelled extensively in the lead-up to becoming the leader of the Federal Liberals to meet with First Nations leaders and communities, and after, that he understood the issues,” said Kelly. “He listened, he understood, and is now ready to take action.” The inquiry is one example. “He just didn’t talk about it, he is moving to fulfill several of those promises. It’s been a beautiful day,” said Grand Chief Kelly. Newly elected Cheam Chief Ernie Crey called it a “welcome change,” to hear about PM Trudeau’s approach and that of his cabinet. “It’s like night and day to the way it used to be.” Chief Crey described years under the Harper government as “sitting in a dark, dank room with the drapes closed. “We didn’t know what it could be like until someone came along and threw open the doors and windows. “Suddenly it’s bright in here, and there’s lots of fresh air. It’s just that dramatic in my mind.” Crey is optimistic now that an inquiry will definitely proceed, a cause he has fought for relentlessly. “I am delighted an inquiry is going ahead, and the Sto:lo people will help government shape that inquiry, will give them advice and participate all the way through. We’re on-board,” said Crey.

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Questions of violence The messages waft from clotheslines throughout the community – scrawled on T-shirts and bedsheets that have been soaked by rainstorms and are barely hanging on by a clothespin. While the ink might run and the garments might blow away, we must not allow the messages to be lost. The Clothesline Project is one of a few initiatives that have been taking place locally the past two weeks as part of the United Nations’ 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. Those 16 days incorporated, in Canada, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, marking 26 years since the murders of 14 women at École Polytechnique de Montréal. One of the most important parts of remembrance, in this case, is doing what we can to try and learn from history. As a society, however, we fail again and again to protect men and women, whether on northern B.C.’s Highway of Tears, or Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, or Chilliwack-Hope. According to the Vancouver Island University Faculty Association’s Status of Women committee, 3,500 women on the mid-Island seek help dealing with physical, sexual and emotional abuse and violence. If it isn’t a shocking number, it should be. We can do more to help the victims, but better still, we must change attitudes. People will argue and we will be faced with new problems, and sometimes they’re hard, but perseverance is important in the face of adversity. The messages on the clotheslines give voice to the issue of violence against women, but it’s important to remember that men and children also, suffer domestic violence. Organizers say it’s important that people do not suffer in silence. There are so many who will help them if they will only speak up, and who will stand by them if they speak out. We don’t know how to put an end, completely, to gender violence, but we must remember, that although violence typically affects women, it also affects men in equal numbers. Men, can also be the victims of violence and abuse, though much of that goes undocumented.

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Letters Windstorm heroes I was surprised that there was not a lot of coverage on the Windstorm that hit Hope. I was out walking the next day and everywhere I turned I saw the devastation and damage to so many properties and everyone I passed had a story to tell – or a loss to commiserate over.

There were so many sad stories in the wake of the storm, but I would like to address the heroes of that time! The B.C. Hydro crew who were operating throughout the streets in absolutely hazardous conditions, fighting dangerous wind gusts, falling branches and trees and manag-

ing to restore power to so many of the homes in a timely fashion. I wish to express my heartfelt thanks to one and all of those heroes. Carol Chaulk

Mentorship an integral way of life in Hope Further to Wes Bergmann's letter in the November 26, 2015 edition of The Hope Standard I feel that Wes has sent a very important message through the business and community at large with his withdrawal from our local Chamber of Commerce. As a result of the size and nature of our community, word of this will spread quickly, along with the inevitable rumours and lies. Wes makes mention of the

Of all the studies done and presented in the past, this is the first one I've seen with depth, reasoning and a vision for the community as a whole. Let's not foolishly waste the money already spent; let's see action take place. The past generation of entrepreneurs had the opportunity to make their choices and fortunes during Hope's heady days. These same successful folks are currently mentoring some of our

Chamber of Commerce not supporting the District with it's OCP and AdvantageHope's input. It is this particular situation I wish to address. There has been a lot of negativity expressed in the community regarding the amount of money spent since the formation of AdvantageHope and their subsequent study. Yes, it's a lot of money, but as the proverb states: it takes money to make money.

future business people; one can only hope, that as wise students, they will be able to separate the wheat from the chaff. The next generation of entrepreneurs have chosen to live in Hope, investing and working towards the prosperity of our community. The naysayers need to put down their fists and extend their hand in welcome and partnership. Lynn Whidden

BC Hydro earns applause We would like to commend the workers of BC Hydro. They worked their butts off. Those guys out working on the lines are the best. We, however, are not impressed with BC Hydro as a whole. Every time something happens, there is NO communication to the

Merchants of sludge? Tom Fletcher’s latest column, a litany of classic skepticism about what’s going on in the atmosphere, is like a museum display of petroleum industry attitudes. He evidently has no shame in carrying the torch for continuing with status quo policies around energy sources and emissions. No surprise, because his boss and others are betting there’s still hope for selling sludge to Asia. I notice in reading the letters from various outposts of Black Press, there are few readers buying this argument. That is encouraging for people who have their ears and eyes open to the realities of the climate situation.

customers. when you call, an automated service answers and that is just not right. We were without power for 54 hours. That is not SERVICE. We need to be able to talk to a LIVE person. We don't need to talk to a robot and get no information at all. BC Hydro, get a

Carbon tax isn’t reducing emissions Re: Inconvenient truths of climate change (B.C. Views, Dec. 3) As Tom Fletcher pointed out, there are many questions on climate change. I’m not sure that B.C. or Canada is the problem, but the B.C. government is on the right track with the carbon tax, because it is apparent that Canadians need to lead on the environment, and be seen as leading. We need to be able to market our resources and lead in sustainability. The B.C. carbon tax has pluses and minuses. Some of the carbon tax burden is returned to lower income earners – this is a good thing. The tax, however, does little to reduce CO2 emissions. If four of the $5 billion collected over the past six years had

been invested in reforestation, carbon sinks, the B.C. government could proclaim to the rest of Canada and the world that we are making a real difference. I think B.C. and Canada are doing a good job on environmental issue, but we need to seen to be doing more. A B.C. carbon tax that brings in $5 billion to provide $5.7 billion in tax cuts does not appear to me to be making the necessary changes in addressing the global environmental concerns. The perception is that we are doing nothing. This need to change.

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‘Smiling Ronnie’ will be missed Re: Smiling Ronnie Ronald Charlie McInnes gone at 63 - sad. If you were up at about 7 am you would see Ronnie heading for Ray’s with a sack of cans, on a good day makes $25.00. Ron lived across the river with not much but a smile. Ron didn’t wave, just looked at everyone with a smile, what an asset. I will miss Ron very much. Too bad everyone can’t say good morning and a smile. Barb & I would like to wish everyone a Happy Holidays - will talk again in 2016. Cheers Dick Gardner

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In high school I was introduced to the art of debating. I was enthralled with the whole idea of researching a specific topic, taking a side regardless of personal opinion and then displaying it in a passionate and articulate presentation. It was an interesting way to learn about the subject at hand as well as honing the skills necessary for communicating and negotiating effectively. In every debate that I watched the interactions were highly respectful and void of any hostility. In fact, those were the rules of the game. I didn’t participate in any verbal debates because I was too afraid of public speaking when I was younger, but I did take part in writing arguments and counterarguments and it was an exercise in not just research, but in pursuasive expression. Those types of spoken dialogues could also be found less formally on radio and TV talk shows and I became an avid fan, particularly when they had to do with social issues that interested me. The participants weren’t always gracious or dignified, but the most impressive ones were. And then along came the internet. Suddenly informal written debates could be found anywhere and everywhere, and are now seen on various social media platforms including short tweets on twitter, long rants on Facebook and the comments section after any story from the media. The objections aren’t

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always well mannered like most of them used to be with letters to the editor written by people using their real names and providing their real addresses. They’re often so full of sarcasm, cruelty and vulgarities that they can be difficult to read, and whatever message the writer is trying to convey is sacrificed in their presentation of it. On my own Facebook wall I’ve posted many controversial subjects over the years. Sometimes the discussions have become heated and intense, but the interaction remained respectful. On other posts the opposite happened with name calling, character defamation and even threats. In posts online where people don’t know each other the discussions become even more absurd, particularly from those using pseudonyms. A friend who moder-

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ates a forum on a media site where almost everyone uses an alias said it’s shocking to read some of what’s written by certain people she knows would never talk that way in person. If they wouldn’t speak directly to someone in such a fashion, why would they do it online? Some studies have related cyber aggression to road rage, claiming society hasn’t become any ruder because of the internet - it’s just more visible now. Personally I’ve been the recipient of so much online hate and hostility over the years it barely fazes me, but I know how hurtful it can be to those who aren’t used to it and one of my good friends has been struggling with that lately. “They wouldn’t dare say that to my face,” she said recently in tears over heartless comments she was reading. “They

shouldn’t write such horrible things.” They shouldn’t, I agree. There’s no way of controlling that though. We can teach our children to treat others respectfully, and we can live by those principles ourselves, but there’s no way of suppressing how fiendishly others choose to converse. What we can try to control is how we react. I read that in the book “The Four Agreements” about five years ago and found that particular agreement the hardest one at the time. Now I find it the easiest. Don Miguel wrote in his book: “Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering.”

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Opinion Holiday safety tips from the new Staff Sergeant Staff Sergeant Karol Rehdner UFVRD - Hope CPO NCO i/c Special to The Standard First off, I have never written a column before, but the notion of writing a brief article is an intriguing one. I have to thank The Hope Standard for the opportunity to reach out to the community of Hope with insights and stories from my desk and pertaining to the local RCMP Detachment. What better time to start this adventure than during the 2015 holiday season, when the spirit of giving (as in giving this nonwriter a chance) is the focus of so many. In the vein of giving, many of you will shop the stores in Hope. It is not for the faint of heart to enter a mall during the Christmas season, of which I can attest to, due to my many years of shopping experience. If you are a last minute shopper like myself or someone who wisely gets out there earlier, please ensure that you do not leave those parcels in plain view within your vehicle. While there is no time in particular that thieves are looking to steal from others, it is during the holidays that thieves prey upon the good people by breaking into vehicles to steal newly purchased electronics, gift cards, and all manner of items. Secure your purchases out of sight and do not offer a temptation to those criminals amongst us. LOCK YOUR VEHICLE. Seems simple enough; however, in my experience this is the first thing that is forgotten by harried shoppers. Many of us will be approached to provide a donation for a variety of social causes during the holiday season. There are numerous agencies and groups that are seeking to make the holidays a bit more bearable for those that are less fortunate

than us and the charity of others goes a long way to making some wishes come true. I have come to see the generosity and caring of the people of Hope and know that many of you will support a charity of choice. But beware the unscrupulous individual that seeks to profit from our good graces. Know who you are donating to and do not be pressured into providing money. Reputable charities do not employ pressure tactics. The holiday season will see many of you coming together with friends and family to celebrate Christmas and bring in the New Year. Some will be under considerable strain during this time, loss of employment, and family matters are primary reasons for this situation. The Christmas season tends to magnify personal issues and feelings of helplessness. Reach out and talk to someone. People will listen and assist in any way that they can. The first step is the most difficult one to take, but please know that it is worth it — to you, to me, and to all those that truly care for you. You know that this topic was going to make its way into this piece at some point, so here it is, please: DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE. The tragic results have far reaching effects, like ripples in the water, which cannot be seen, but as sure as rain falls in Hope there are effects. The thought of knocking on the door in the middle of the night of a loved one to tell them tragic news has been done by many an officer, including yours truly, and it is not one that I or any of my officers want to do again. PLAN AHEAD This includes determining a way home. I want you to have

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fun and enjoy the company of others, but do so responsibly. Identify a designated driver, plan for a taxi or take advantage of a friend's couch. These are all far better options than driving after drinking. I am promising you that Police WILL be setting up road checks during the entire holiday season looking for impaired drivers. I am saying that loud and clear for all to hear (my inner Will Ferrell ELF coming out.) There are no surprises in this matter. I know that we will still locate and charge drinking drivers despite this warning! But I remain ever hopeful. Also, I would like to invite all of you to attend the Coopers Foods parking lot on December

12 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to assist your RCMP Hope Detachment members to ‘Stuff the Cruiser’ with non-perishable food items. The generosity of Hope community members has been overwhelming in previous years through food and cash donations. These donations remain within the community and are provided to our local food bank. I’ll be there dressed in a red suit and I would certainly enjoy meeting as many of you as possible. Finally, on behalf of the RCMP officers and staff of the Hope Community Policing Office UFVRD, I would like to wish each of you a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year.

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EVENING WITH H IRO Hiro Takeda of 293 Wallace Street, gives a special tour of his kitchen and describes some of the techniques he implements, while making spectacular dishes in the kitchen with his amazing staff. Hiro’s internship abroad has altered his entire methodology when it comes to cooking. Please see our upcoming edition for the full scoop of Hiro’s adventures abroad. (Photos by Erin Knutson)

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310-0001 A Celebration of Christmas on Dec. 19 will bring together the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra, phenomenal vocalist Crystal Hicks (pictured), the Crucible Dance Ministry, and other special guests to perform all the Christmas favourites and the beloved Nutcracker Suite. BRICE FERRÉ PHOTO

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Join the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra (“the Met”) for A Celebration of Christmas on Dec. 19. As their eighth annual Christmas concert, the Met will offer a festive and diverse program for music and dance lovers alike. Met board member Anne Fleming says, “This is the concert where we get to showcase the diversity of talent that we have in our orchestra, and select a program of some wonderful music of the Christmas season.” On stage will be a number of special guests including vocal soloist Crystal Hicks, who will be belting out traditional holiday favourites in her gospel style. Originally from the Bahamas, Hicks grew up singing. “My dad was a pastor, my mother was from a musical family. We all had a real love for it.” Of her varied vocal experience, Hicks performs jazz, blues, pop and more, but she gets the most enjoyment from performing gospel. “I can just really belt it,” she laughed. “It resonates with my faith. When you believe in what you’re singing, you really feel it.” Hicks performed with the Met during a Christmas concert a few years ago, and she’s excited to join them once again. “Singing with an orchestra... that’s an experience that just lifts you,” she enthused. Met orchestra bassist Johan

Worst has worked with Hicks outside of the orchestral stage as well, in a band called ‘Horizon.’ The two are working with pianist Sandra Bower on a classic jazzy favourite for the Celebration of Christmas show. “The Christmas performances with the Met are always great,” Worst said. “It’s not just the orchestra on stage performing for a receptive audience, there’s audience participation as well.” Rod Swanson, Chilliwack music teacher and classical guitarist, will also join Hicks for a special vocal and guitar duet. Met Conductor Gregor y Douglas Johnson had wanted to perform music from the beloved Nutcracker Suite for years. What better way to bring this beautiful music to life than with great, local dancers. Local dancer and choreographer Leigh Hilary-Lee was thrilled to provide a ballet and acro dance troupe and choreography from Crucible Dance Ministry, the dance company that she founded nearly a year ago. Originally from Portland, Oregon, Hilary-Lee formed Crucible Dance Ministry after years of rigorous education and work in fine arts as a dancer and instructor. “Our mission [at Crucible] is to develop leaders that are growing in their faith,” Hilary-Lee explained. The group strives to serve communities at a local and global scale, and pays it forward with the gift of dance. Of Hilary-Lee’s dance troupe

will be award-winning acro dance soloist Zoey Howe, who will take the stage for the Arabian dance, Coffee. Dancing since she was three, Howe is gaining fame in the Lower Mainland for her grace and athleticism, and she hopes to one day perform with the Cirque du Soleil. “No Christmas orchestra program is really complete without a beautiful Harpist,” Fleming said. The Met are fortunate to have Calgary Philharmonic Olivia Ritchey on the program for the Nutcracker Suite and a special Samuel Rousseau variation on an ancient French Christmas carol. Ritchey will be joined by a string quartet of orchestra musicians to perform this piece, which she has waited years to bring to the stage. Lovers of jazz, gospel, classical, dance and more will unite in joy during this festive evening celebration that won’t soon be forgotten. The Christmas season can be a frantic time, Hicks pointed out, and she hopes that this concert will provide a fun break from this hectic time of year, where peoples’ spirits can be lifted by beautiful music. A Celebration of Christmas takes place at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre (9201 Corbould St.) on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for students, available at the Box Office, at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by phone at 604-3917469.

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Community F ESTIVITIES AROUND H OPE The Hope Community Choir, directed by Jill Last gave a solid performance at the Eagles Hall for their annual dinner; Kids enjoyed a skate session on the ice at the Rec Centre on Saturday, December 5 (Photos by Erin Knutson)

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Marcus James (left) set up his shot during the senior Mustangs’ opening game of last weekend’s Winter Invitational tournament at Hope Secondary. Four girls teams and four boys teams took part in the event. The boys won handily over Mount Currie’s Xet’olacw Community School in this game, then had two close losses on Saturday. The Mustang girls also finished with a 1-and-2 record.

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Hope Secondary tried something new this year, with a combined boys and girls basketball tournament last weekend. Dubbed the “Hope Winter Invitational,” the event kicked off the season for the Mustangs, who attracted six visiting teams to town. The girls were on the court first, with the opening game starting during the last block of the day, so students could attend the match and raise the spirits of the home team. Girls’ coach Jeff Kuhn figured the noisy crowd might have actually made his players more nervous, as this was their first competition of the season and they were up against a skilled R.A. Mountain team. The Langley girls seemed to have little trouble finding the basket and picking off Mustang passes, while the hosts just couldn’t sink a shot. “Their number 18, Alexa Lyon, was so strong on the inside,” said Kuhn, “We weren’t shutting that down. Mount Currie’s Xet’olacw Community School brought their girls and boys teams and both struggled to keep up to the competition. This gave Kuhn a chance to make more use of his bench players. “I tried to play the grade 10s a lot,” said Kuhn. “We came out slow, as the girls had relaxed a bit. By the second and third quarters, we were moving the ball better. I think we beat them by 24.” In their final game of the round robin, the Mustang Girls met a new team from the Dashmesh Punjabi School in Abbotsford. They would also meet them again for the season opener on Monday in Hope. “This is their first year in our league,” said Kuhn. “They’re a small team but they have good skills and their point guard is top notch.” Grade 10 center, Maritza Botha, got four fouls in the second quarter and had to be used sparingly after that, to avoid getting a fifth foul which would have put her out of the game, said Kuhn. This left the team without much height around the basket and the Dashmesh girls produced a 30-point gap by the end of the game. In Monday’s rematch, the Mustangs were short a few starters but gave a much better effort. “It was a tough game,” said the coach. “We were down two players. Kayla Jones had the flu and Crystal Chaschowy was still recovering from an ankle sprain — but the girls played really well. “There was good leadership from all the grade 12s and the grade 10s chipped in for over half our points. They beat us 39-26, so this was a great improvement on our part. I’m excited to watch as the team matures throughout this season,” said Kuhn. On the boys’ side, the Mustangs met Xet’olacw in their first game, Friday and had a good opportunity to move the ball and attack the basket. Coach Jake Giles soon pulled off some of the starting line-up to moderate the scoring gap and give other players some court time. Xet’olacw just couldn’t drain a shot in the first half, which ended 25-0. “Our grade 9 call-ups hadn’t even practiced with us,” said Giles. “I was surprised how aggressive they were out there.” Marcus James, one of the call-ups, took a few shifts to get his bearings before going on an 8-point scoring streak. “I think the final score was 65-7,” said Giles. Saturday’s schedule was adjusted to let Xet’olacw leave early, as they were anticipating a snowstorm in the Whistler area. This left the Mustang boys with only a one-game rest between their matches on Saturday evening. “We played Langley Fundamental at 4:45.,” said Giles. “They are a good team and they had killed Agassiz, 90-50. We played strong, though. We were within four points in the last minute and Brendan Prawdzik had a 3-pointer that went in and out of the hoop. That one shot could have changed the outcome of the game.” Off the floor at 6:30, the boys were back on for their final game at 8:15. “Agassiz started aggressively and had a 14-0 lead, early,” said the coach. “We never quite caught up after that. “We’re having a tournament in Agassiz this weekend and we always have at least one or two good games there. We have a really small roster this year, with only four or five very committed players and two brand new players,” said Giles. “We decided not to join the league but will play exhibition games.” Local game MVPs from the tournament were Nik Gauthier, Manee Warren, Marcus James, Kaitlyn Kuhn, Rachel Utz and Erica McAllister.

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SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING SALE... “REALLY BIG SALE-YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 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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Have Unwanted Firearms? Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession? Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally? Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them. Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973. We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED

Yes, We Pay CASH!

Damaged or Older Houses! Condos & Pretty Homes too!

Check us out! www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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.

Send resume letter of interest in PDF format indicating how you meet the qualifications stated above to: The Hope and Area Transition Society Executive Director gerry@hopetransition.org 11-15H_HAT10

HELP WANTED

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

CANYON CARPETS, 326 Wallace St., Hope. For all your floor covering needs! Call 604-869-2727

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Your Community, Your Classiﬁeds. 1-604-869-2421 RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOPE, 2 bdrm apt., adult oriented complex, 4 appliances, newly reno’d, electric heat, N/S, N/P. (604)869-9402 or 604-869-1432

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RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

HOPE,

Large 2 bdrm apt in newer immaculate building, rarely available, for rent now. Brand new flooring throughout, fresh paint, spotlessly clean, f/s & d/w, in-suite laundry room plus shared avail. Includes parking, gas fireplace, covered balcony, extra storage, with res. caretaker in adult-oriented quiet building. N/P, N/S or loud noise permitted. Ref’s Req. Your safety and peaceful enjoyment is our top priority. $925 month. Call 604-860-4559

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HOPE, Large, bright & updated 1 bdrm bsmt suite in house near Kawkawa lake. Private entrance, shared laundry. Utilities, internet & satellite incl. Ref. req. Avail. now. No pets. $800/mon. + deposit. Call 604-217-5358

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOPE, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, duplex, 900 sq ft, fenced backyard w/ large shed, well maintained, N/S, D/D, utilities extra, 474 Rupert St. $875/mo. Available now. Call (604)798-5557

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS HOPE, 2 Mobile Home Pads for rent in senior’s community. Call Gordon 604-240-3464 HOPE, Silver Hope Mobile Park. Cabin, Mobile homes, and R/V pads for monthly rentals, cable included. Call (604)869-1203 or (604)860-0652

Your Community, Your Classiﬁeds. 1-604-869-2421 736

604-869-2421

HOMES FOR RENT

HOPE, 1 bdrm furnished or unfurnished mobile home in a Senior’s Community. We are part of the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. Call Gale 604-860-3578 HOPE, 3 bdrm townhouse 1 1/2 baths, fenced back yard, F/S, W/D, attached storage area. Rent includes heat. N/P, N/S. Call 604869-9402 or 604-869-1432 HOPE, Large Mobile Home, 14’ wide, 2 bdrm with large patio, in Senior’s community. We are part of the crime free multi-housing program. Available immediately. Call Gale 604-860-3578

TRANSPORTATION 812

AUTO SERVICES

HOPE AUTO BODY, complete collision repair & restoration. www.hopeautobody.ca Call (604)869-5244

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GARAGE SALES

30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666

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Eagle's Flea Market SUNDAY, DEC. 13 10am - 3pm

Unique New & Used Itemss FREE Admission

Tabl Rentae $10 l 12/15H_E100

EAGLES HALL Guests Welcome! ome!

Hamburgers, Fries, Hot Dogs Available!

386 Fort Street, Hope • 604.869.3373 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

2005 DODGE NEON, auto 4 dr sedan, a/c. STK#701. $1,995. 2002 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr, auto, loaded, STK#744. $3,900. 2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,900 2004 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr sedan leather, sunroof, loaded, Only this week! STK#724. $5,900. 2007 TOYOTA YARIS, 4 dr, auto, sedan, STK#734 $5,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#710. $6,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#672. $6,900. 2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan loaded, auto STK#687 $6,900. 2005 MAZDA 3, 4dr sedan, full load, s/roof. STK#743. This week only! $7,500. 2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, loaded. STK#691. $7,900. 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK#696 $7,900. 2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 4 dr, AWD, fully loaded, only 99K kms. STK#657 $9,900. 2011 NISSAN Versa 4dr auto, h/bk, loaded, STK#721 $9,900. 2004 ACURA MDX 4dr auto, 7 psgr, loaded, DVD, Navigation STK#254 $10,900. 2012 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK#723. $11,900. 2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. This week only! STK#721 $12,900. 2012 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, loaded, STK#695. $14,900. 2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4X4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888

Stó:lō Service Agency Requires the services of a Qualified ECE Preschool Teacher For the Early Education Program Located in Chilliwack For complete details visit our website: www.stolonation.bc.ca click on Careers link on the Homepage Mail resume and cover letter to: #7-7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC, V2R 4G5 E-mail to: jobs@stolonation.bc.ca OR Fax to 604-824-5342 Attn: Stó:lō Nation HR Personnel

2004 MAZDA 3 Auto, 4 dr, Only this wk! STK#673 $4,900. 2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7psgr, loaded STK#525 $2,900. 2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, auto, Aircared, STK#545, $2,900. 2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 7psg full load, runs good, Aircared STK#530 $3,900. 2007 CHEV UPLANDER 7 psg fully loaded. STK#473 $4,500. 2002 FORD F150 crew cab 4X4 auto, fully loaded, short box. STK#686 $5,900. 2008 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $9,900. 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900.

Financing Available www.keytrackautosales.ca

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KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

YALE-2 bedroom with office space. New floors & paint. Carport & five appliances. N/S. One small pet negotiable. Prefer mature couple. Long-term lease available. $1000/mon. Avail. Dec. 15. (604)860-9141 Call or text.

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2015 CIVIC

on select 2015 models

Starting from MSRP of $17,245** includes freight and PDI. Model shown: Civic Touring FB2F7FKNX

Cash purchase incentive on every 2015 model

Toll Free:

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for more certified used vehicles visit us at

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†$2,500/$2,000/$3,000 Honda cash purchase incentive is available on select 2015 Civic models (all 2D models, 4D DX, 4D LX, 4D EX, 4D Touring), every 2015 CR-V model, and every 2015 Accord 4D model. Honda cash purchase incentive will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance offers. **MSRP is $17,245/$27,685/$25,745 based on a new 2015 Civic 4D DX 5MT FB2E2FEX/CR-V LX 2WD RM3H3FES/Accord 4D L4 LX 6MT CR2E3FE including $1,495/$1,695/$1,695 freight and PDI. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. Offers valid from December 1st, 2015 through January 4th, 2016 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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Thursday, December 10, 2015 The Hope Standard

EVERYONE’S A WINNER

WIN A MINIMUM CASH CREDIT OF $1,000

UP TO

10,000

CASH CREDITS*

TOWARD THE PURCHASE OR LEASE OF ANY 2015 GMC

DEC. 4 – JAN. 4

VISIT YOUR LOCAL GMC DEALERSHIP TO PLAY!

WIN 1 OF 30 VEHICLES

VALUED UP TO $35,000

2015 GMC SIERRA 2500HD/3500HD

2015 CANYON ALL TERRAIN SHOWN

0 84 $ 11,000 %

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FOR UP TO

MONTHS^ ON SELECT 2015 MODELS.

MINIMUM

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SIERRA 2500HD SLE DOUBLE CAB STANDARD BOX 4X4 MODEL SHOWN

INCLUDES $1,000 CONNECT & WIN BONUS

2015 GMC SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB 2WD 1SA

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FOR UP TO

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+ $5,000 IN FINANCE CREDIT‡‡

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2015 GMC TERRAIN SLE-1 AWD

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INCLUDES $1,000 CONNECT & WIN BONUS AND $750 PACKAGE DISCOUNT

PURCHASE FINANCING

FOR UP TO

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+ $2,000 IN FINANCE CREDIT‡‡

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INCLUDES $1,000 CONNECT & WIN BONUS

WHILE INVENTORY LASTS.

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the finance of a 2015 Sierra 2500HD/3500HD, Sierra 1500 Double Cab 2WD 1SA, Terrain SLE-1 AWD. License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. * No purchase necessary. Open to Canadian residents with a valid driver’s licence who have reached the age of majority in their province of residence. Contest closes January 4, 2016. Credit Awards up to $10,000 include applicable taxes and must be applied to the purchase or lease of a new 2015 or 2016 MY GMC vehicle delivered on or before January 4, 2016. Thirty Vehicle Awards available to be won, each consisting of winner’s choice of a vehicle with an MSRP of $35,000 CAD or less. The customer is responsible for any other taxes, license, insurance, registration, or other fees. Vehicle Awards are not transferable and no cash substitutes are permitted. Not all awards have the same odds of winning. For full rules and program details, visit your GM dealer or gm.ca. Correct answer to mathematical skill-testing question required. See your GM dealer or gm.ca for full contest rules and program details. ^ Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between December 4th, 2015 and January 4th, 2016. 0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank for 84 months on select new or demonstrator 2015 GMC vehicles excluding Yukon, Yukon XL, Sierra 2500 HD Diesel, Savana, Canyon 2SA and Canyon 4x4. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $45,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $535.71 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $45,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight, air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA/movable property registry fees, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. † $11,000 is a combined total credit consisting of a $10,000 Cash Credit (tax exclusive) available on 2015 GMC Sierra HD Gas models (excluding HD Gas Double Cab 1SA 4x2), $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $10,000 credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. †† $10,380 is a combined total credit consisting of a $3,000 manufacturer-to-dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) $5,195 Cash Credit (tax exclusive) available on 2015 GMC Sierra Double Cab 1SA 4WD models, $1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive), $750 manufacturer-to-dealer Elevation Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Sierra 1SA Elevation Edition with 5.3L Engine and a $435 manufacturer-to-dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) on any 2015 GMC Sierra Elevation double cab all-wheel drive with a 5.3L engine, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $5,630 credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ‡‡ 5,000/2,000 is a combined credit consisting of a $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), a $3,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Sierra Light Duty Double Cab and a $1,000/$1,000 manufacturer to dealer finance cash (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Sierra 1500/Terrain, which is available for finance offers only and cannot be combined with special lease rates and cash purchase. ‡ $5,200 is a combined total credit consisting of $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive) and a $4,200 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Terrain SLE-1 FWD, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $4,200 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model and cash credit excludes Terrain SLE-1 AWD.

Call Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC at 604-869-9511, or visit us at 945 Water Avenue, Hope. [License #7287]