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Woman attacked at outdoor event on Sumas Mountain Vikki HOPES Abbotsford News
More than 1,000 people attended the 11th annual Sumas Mountain Happening outdoor rock festival on Aug. 7, 1999, with bands such as Nickelback, Jar, New Big Shoes and Pleasure performing. The festival took place on an 11.5-acre pri-
vate property on Ward Road. Bushes lined the long walk from where festival-goers parked their vehicles to where the concert venue was located. Sometime around midnight, a 21-year-woman was walking back to her car when she was sexually assaulted, choked and threatened with death by an unknown man. Now, 16 years later, the alleged assailant has
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January 8, 2016 Winter Snow & Ice Program The goal of the City’s Snow and Ice Control Program is to maintain travel routes where there is snow and ice on roads and restore mobility for the traveling public. Our priority roads for snow and ice removal are: • ¿rst priority (high volume and strategic arterial and collector roads, and major access roads to hillside areas); • second priority (remaining arterial, hillside areas and collector routes); and • third priority (remaining roadways not identi¿ed as ¿rst and second priority). First priority roads are maintained until conditions are under control subject to worker/equipment availability and weather. Once these roads are addressed resources are redirected to second priority routes and subsequently third priority routes. The City does not remove snow and ice to bare pavement conditions. The public is encouraged to use caution, and wherever possible, park vehicles off the streets. Abandoned vehicles or vehicles obstructing roadways will be towed without notice to allow for snow clearing operations to continue and towing costs will be the responsibility of the vehicle owners. We ask that you do not plow snow from private properties onto the public roadways as this can result in visibility hazards and obstructions and will require additional time for clearing roadways. Additional information on our Winter Snow and Ice Program can be found at www.abbotsford.ca/snowandice. For more information, please contact the Engineering Operations Division at 604-853-5485.
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the potential candidates, who were located through a social media search campaign, before the meeting. Several days later, on Sunday, Dec. 20, Samborski formally presented the cheque to the Sors, who came to Langley
troubles, mostly the result of not being able to work while helping a relative with cancer. “Everybody is struggling financially,” Julia Sors said. That was also the experience of the Samborskis, when father and son both ended up deep in the
When Langley resident Ashley Samborski recently met Andrew and Julia Sors of Abbotsford in a coffee shop, the married couple was expecting him to ask some probing questions about their situation. Samborski, a Langley resident, had raised $5,000 with his father Gerald to help a family dealing with cancer. The effort was made to honour the memory of his mother, Adeline, who died of the disease two and a half years ago. As it turns out, Samborski only had one question for the Sors, whose son Nikolas was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma just over a year The Sors family – mom Julia, dad Andrew, daughter Aleksandra, 1, and son Nikolas, ago: “Would you be 4 – of Abbotsford are the first family to benefit from the “ef cancer” T-shirt fundraising willing to wear the campaign launched by Ashley Samborski and his father Gerald. Dan Ferguson/Black Press T-shirts and have your picture taken?” That is, the yellow T-shirts with Nikolas, 4 and daughter red during the several months with the “ef cancer” logo that Aleksandra, 1. they cared for Adeline. Samborski and his dad have been “I took four months off work The gift will help the Sors reselling to raise money. cover from a financially draining and lived in the hospice,” Gerald “Ef cancer” has two meanings – fight with cancer that has, so far, Samborski said. “This is absoluteone of them unprintable and the shown positive results. ly devastating to your financial other, for younger or more sensiNikolas has responded well to life.” tive readers, stands for “everyone chemotherapy and he’s gained It was then father and son fights cancer.” back enough weight to go above decided they wanted to raise Either way, the Sors had no the 40-pound mark. enough money to help anothissue with the request. They said It didn’t help the family financ- er family in the same boat. The yes to wearing the T-shirts, and es that Andrew Sors got laid off Sors are the first people they’ve waited for another question. from his job in the Alberta oil helped. “The money’s yours,” Samborski patch around the time Nikolas Ashley Samborski is hoping it said. will take less time to raise the was diagnosed. “I went with my gut,” he exThe Sors got to know other fam- next $5,000. He has set up a web plained later. ilies in the same situation and page at efcancer.ca to promote He’d already done a review of discovered they all have money the cause.
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Volunteers keep the needy warm and clean Free Clothing BC delivers items throughout Valley Kurt LANGMANN Black Press
A small group of volunteers in Aldergrove and Surrey is making sure that the homeless and disadvantaged in Abbotsford and elsewhere in the Fraser Valley have warm and clean clothing. Free Clothing BC has delivered clothes and personal health items to at least 2,000 people over the past three years it has been in existence. Dan and Charmaine Deyette of Aldergrove and Tanya McLean of Surrey first met while serving as volunteers with another organization. They decided to start their own organization in February 2012, with the goal of providing only new – or clean used – clothing to those in need. “We launder every single used item that we give out and we store them in standard storage boxes in heated, rented mini-stor-
age lockers in Surrey and Aldergrove,� Dan said. “It’s safer and that way there’s no chance of vermin getting into the goods. We feel better about doing it this way than using ‘free’ sheds for storing everything.� The organization hosts regular events at schools and churches where the public is invited to come and choose what they may need. These events are publicized on social media, as well as through posters at the food banks, Job Zone offices, shelters and elsewhere. They also do regular deliveries of goods to people through organizations such as Abbotsford’s Warm Zone for women; 5 and 2 Ministries, which works with the homeless in Abbotsford; and the Aboriginal Friendship Centre and the Hub Society in Surrey. As well, they drop
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Dan Deyette with the new trailer recently given to the Free Clothing BC society for its regular deliveries of goods to the homeless and disadvantaged in the Fraser Valley. off “preemie� clothes at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and give out diapers, formula, soap, shampoo, and new socks and underwear. “We also take on individual cases such as
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Arranged to bring gangsters to apartment building Sheila REYNOLDS Black Press
A man who helped the Surrey Six killers to the apartment door where their victims were murdered has pleaded guilty to break-and-enter and has been sentenced to 285 days in jail. Sophon Sek entered the plea in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver on Dec. 18. The court heard that on Oct. 19, 2007, Sek arranged to bring Red Scorpions gang members to visit Corey Lal – a rival drug dealer – so they could rob him. They paid Sek $25,000 to let them into the Surrey apartment building.
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Other Hand So there it was in the mailbox Wednesday morning – an envelope from the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia containing my last two pay stubs and a document from Service Canada detailing my Record of Employment. In Box 16 it stated, as of Dec. 31, 2015, under “Reason for issuing this ROE”: voluntary retirement. In other words, that’s it ... I’m done with “real work.” And since Nov. 25, 2015 was a milestone birthday for me, I’m now too old to get another “real” job, not that I really want one anyway. And I’m sure if I applied for Employment Insurance I’d be denied any benefits
because I am now officially out of the market. Regardless, having spent more than 25 full-time years in the newspaper industry, and some 20 more in political communications, it has been a great run. However, it seems my day is not yet done, for as of Jan. 1 of this new year I will be taking up a new, though parttime, role as a bencher of the Law Society of British Columbia. Coincidently, though unintentionally, my appointment was signed by the lieutenant-governor on my birthday, which was neat. A bencher, for whom the term is new, is essentially a member of the board of directors of the LSBC. In its own words, “The Law Society of British Columbia upholds and protects the public interest in the administration of justice by ensuring the independence, integrity and competence of lawyers, establishing education and professional development standards for lawyers, regulating the practice of law and pre-
serving and protecting the rights and freedoms of all persons.” That means the benchers – 31 in all, 25 of whom are lawyers and six like me who are laypersons – determine the course of law in this province, including necessary disciplinary action, and even disbarment, of miscreant lawyers. It will not be an easy task, with a huge learning curve, but it is a challenge that I look forward to with great interest. And considering there are some 13,000 lawyers active in B.C., I’m certain there will be some busy moments in the coming years. Thus it is that for a few times a month my mostly everyday attire of blue jeans will be abandoned in favour of blue suits, and TReO will benefit from a few additional tolls to cross the Port Mann Bridge. 2015 also brought other changes. This column, for instance, morphed from a mainly commentary piece into frequent historical and otherwise accounts of “faces, places and traces.”
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If I can go by anecdotal comments from readers, this change is appreciated. Makes me now wonder what they thought of my previous rants. That said, this column is the 500th in the almost 10 years since its resurrection following an almost 15-year hiatus. That means some 300,000 words have flowed from my keyboard to these pages since 2006. Hopefully a few of them resonated with you, some eliciting an “I didn’t know that” thought and others brought forth a smile or the comment “Right on!” I’m sure there were also words that generated a “what drivel” response. Whatever the feedback, these 500 or so weeks of doing what I enjoy – providing a bit of entertainment in an industry that’s been a major part of my life – has been very rewarding. And, unlike my former day job, I’m not done yet – there are still a few more columns left to write. markrushton@abbynews.com
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I recently bumped into Thomas Hodgson, the guy with the bushiest beard probably in the Fraser Valley. He certainly wasn’t hard to miss by any stretch of the imagination as I sat in a restaurant. I shared with him that his hairy reddish beard was very impressive and he shared that it goes past his waist. I have seen my fellow Sikh brothers with beards like these, but not a Caucasian person, except for Santa, of course. I was told once that people with beards hold much wisdom. Hodgson, who has been growing his beard for two years, says he gets a lot of Ken strange responses from people. Women have asked him to shave it off and his response to them is to stop wearing makeup. He explains that small children are always pleasant with him and usually hold no judgments or biases. Adults and teenagers are the worst, he explains. “Rarely do I get a positive reaction from an adult or teens. Women in their 20s are scared and intimidated and same goes for men. Older women and men are very judgmental and stare for a long time, and make really puzzled looks and that’s the same for people who have grown up here.” Hodgson says he feels alienated through all of this, especially when looking for employment, where many employers have asked him to shave it off. He lost his job a year ago, and has a hard time finding a job, because many have judged him because of this very reason, but he refuses to shave it off. He says people are far more judgmental in
Swahili speakers needed A group of churches and community groups in Mission working to sponsor a group of refugees needs help from some volunteers who speak Swahili. Three families, totaling 14 people, will be coming to the valley soon from a refugee camp in Burundi. They fled the Congo six years ago and were approved for travel by the Canadian government some time ago. The community has been generous in donating household needs for the families, but there is still one major outstanding requirement. Only one of those coming to Mission can speak any English. The rest speak Swahili. The host groups would like to find a group of Swahili-speaking people who can assist in making the refugees feel welcome and help them fit into their new Canadian homeland. Contact Rick Rake at Mission Community Services (604-826-3634) to offer assistance.
the Fraser Valley than in the metro surroundings. On the bright side, there are people who find it fascinating. They are usually the ones who cannot grow beards, while some just find it intriguing. It’s all not negative, according to Hodgson, but he still loves the person who he is and the beard, which makes him who he is. ■■■■■ The Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards are approaching quickly with the deadline around the corner on Jan. 12 and the awards ceremony on March 4 at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre in Abbotsford. Having been a past recipient of the Champion of Diversity in 2007, I was honoured to receive this recognition. With this award comes a responsibility to continue to serve. There are five award categories and never a shortage of outstanding nominees that showcase our community’s commitment to cultural diversity. The event is always sold out with fine representatives from our community. The time has come that award organizers and judges should consider expanding and awarding two awards for each category. In doing this, we touch more people and create more mentors. One thing I hear often from volunteers is they never get recognized for their work, and this would be a small way to change this perception. Having a few extra recipients will not only encourage organizations to continue to do their work, but also bring new nominees into the fold. kenherar@gmail.com
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The So You Think You Can Dance tour stops in Abbotsford this Saturday, Jan. 9. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre, 33800 King Rd. So You Think You Can Dance is a 13time Emmy-Award winning TV show in which dancers compete in a variety of styles each week, with the top performers moving forward. The eventual champion receives a cash prize, and the top 10 finalists tour for several months, performing hit routines from the show. The tour coming to Abbotsford features dancers from sea-
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Auditions for next Gallery 7 play Gallery 7 Theatre holds open auditions on Tuesday, Jan. 12 for the next production in its 25th anniversary season. The auditions for the play Schoolhouse begin at 6:30 p.m. at Huntington Station, #100 – 34595 Third Ave. They are open to all male and female performers from the ages of 14 to 75. Schoolhouse is written by Canadian playwright Leanna Brodie. It is set in 1938 in a one-room schoolhouse in the fictional town of Baker’s Creek in rural Canada, where a young but precocious Melita Linton is appointed teacher of an endearing yet rambunctious group of children. Quickly gaining the respect of her young charges, Linton is challenged by the arrival of a new student, a juvenile delinquent named Ewart, who was sent to the community after doing time in Battenville Training School. Linton attempts to reach out to the young boy and struggles to help both the town and the young man move beyond their fears and insecurities. “Schoolhouse celebrates those teachers who have had a positive impact in our lives,� said Ken Hildebrandt, executive/artistic director of Gallery 7 Theatre. Schoolhouse runs April 8 and 9, 13 to 16 at 7:30 p.m. with discount matinees on April 9 and 16 at 2 p.m. at the Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Ave. Call-back auditions will be held Jan. 16 at 10 a.m., and rehearsals begin the week of Feb. 3. The production will be directed by Sarah Hu, who last directed The Hiding Place for Gallery 7 Theatre. To register for the audition, or for more information, call 604504-5940 or visit gallery7theatre.com. Those interested in working behind the scenes are also invited to attend the audition.
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JAM SESSION The Fraser Valley Blues Society holds its monthly jam session on Friday, Jan. 8 at the Eagles Hall (33868 Essendene Ave.), starting at 8 p.m. Admission is free for musicians, and backline is provided. The jam is hosted by James Thorhaug and Friends. Info: fraservalleyblues. com
SCANDINAVIA CLUB The Scandinavian Club of the Fraser Valley holds its monthly potluck
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NEWCOMERS GROUP A group for women new to the area meets Tuesday, Jan. 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Terry Fox
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A childhood dream was fulfilled by Aldergrove’s Shea Theodore as the 20-year-old made his National Hockey League debut last week in Calgary. Theodore was recalled by the Anaheim Ducks on Dec. 27 –the third time they had brought him up from the American Hockey League’s San Diego Gulls this season – but finally got his first taste of NHL regular season action in his team’s 1-0 victory over the Calgary Flames at Calgary’s Scotiabank Saddledome on Dec. 29. The former FraserValleyThunderbird has since suited up for the Ducks against the Edmonton Oilers on Dec. 31, versus the Vancouver Canucks on Jan. 1, and against the Winnipeg Jets on Jan. 3. “It was fun and fast,” Theodore said on the Ducks website. “It’s good to have a nice atmosphere like that for your first game. “I played it simple (and) it helps when you have a defence partner like Clayton Stoner. He made things easy.”
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UFV athletics return to action on a big way on Friday night. After a month-long absence, the UFV Cascades men’s and women’s basketball teams, as well as the men’s and women’s Cascades volleyball teams, hit the floor all evening on Friday. It’s the first time this season that both the bigger Envision Athletic Centre and the smaller Student Activity Centre are hosting games, and on Friday they will do so at the same time. Action kicks off in the big gym with the women’s basketball team battling the Mount Royal
University Cougars at 6 p.m. Just down the hall, the women’s volleyball team welcomes the Camosun Chargers, also kicking off at 6 p.m. The women’s basketball team sits in fourth place in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport’s Explorer Division, with a record of four wins and four losses. UFV’s women’s volleyball team leads the Pacwest, with a record of 10 wins and two losses. The men’s basketball team tips off against the Cougars starting at 8 p.m. in the big gym, with the men’s volleyball team squaring off against the
Chargers in the small gym at 8 p.m. The men’s basketball team ranks second in the Explorer Division, with a record of five wins and three losses. The Cascades men’s volleyball team sits third, with a record of seven wins and five losses. The volleyball teams return to the floor on Saturday afternoon against the Chargers, with the women playing at 1 p.m. and the men at 3 p.m. The basketball teams hit the hardwood on Saturday, with the women tipping off at 5 p.m., and the men at 7 p.m. For more information on the teams, visit ufvcascades.ca.
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Sunday night after San Diego’s game. He practised with Anaheim on Monday before the team caught their flight to Calgary to begin a three-game Western Canada road trip. The Ducks were in Edmonton on New Year’s Eve before coming to Vancouver for a game against the Canucks at Rogers Arena on Jan. 1. While there is no guarantee Theodore will play against Vancouver, he did say playing in his home province would
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be special. “It would be nice to do that, but obviously you can’t get your hopes up,” he said. “I am here to just try and get in the lineup and if I do, that’s great.” “He’s played well (this season),” Ducks coach Bruce Boudreau said prior to the Calgary game. “He’s a very good quarterback of the power play. That’s been his strength his whole life. “If he plays, I think he will do well.” The six-foot-two, 195pound defenceman is tied for fourth on the Gulls in scoring with four goals and 16 points in 27 games. Three of his goals have come on the power play. This is his first full season of professional hockey after a stellar Western Hockey League
career with the Seattle Thunderbirds which saw him score 58 goals and 212 points in 257 games. He was the WHL’s top defenceman in 2014/15. Theodore was also on the Canadian team which won gold at last year’s world junior hockey championships. He played 13 games at the AHL level last spring once his time with Seattle was done, scoring five goals and 14 points in 13 games. It has been an adjustment, going from junior hockey to the professional level. “The guys are bigger and stronger (at this level) but I feel like I am handling myself pretty well,” he said. Theodore and the Ducks host the St. Louis Blues on Friday, and then the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday.
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Marshall, Canada eye Olympic berth and won a Canadian Abbotsford News Interuniversity Sport Abbotsford’s Steve championship in 2012, Marshall was only before signing a conthree years old the last tract with Poland’s time the Canadian na- Transfer Bydgoszcz in tional men’s volleyball the summer of 2014. He caught the eye of team competed at the Team Canada shortOlympic Games. Marshall has the ly after and began playing for the red opportunity and white into end the ternationaldrought in ly. After one Edmonton year in Poland, this weekMarshall joined end, as he Germany’s SVG and his Team Lüneburg for C a n a d a the 2015-16 t e a m MARSHALL campaign. He mates batalso earned a tle Mexico, Cuba and Puerto Rico bronze medal as a part in a qualifying tour- of Team Canada at the Pan-Am Games this nament. The winner of the past July. Canada, ranked 10th round robin tournament, which in the world, opens runs from Friday to on Friday against Sunday at the Saville 22nd-ranked Puerto Community Sports Rico. They battle 24thCentre in the Alberta ranked Mexico on capital, punches a Saturday and then ticket to the Games 15th-ranked Cuba on in Rio de Janeiro this Sunday to close the tournament. It marks summer. Marshall spent the first time Canada four seasons with has ever hosted an qualifying the Trinity Western Olympic University Spartans tournament. Ben LYPKA
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One of the longest running and most prestigious girls basketball tournaments in the province returns to Abbotsford starting today (Friday). Since 1973, the Eagles Invitational basketball tournament has brought together some of the top senior girls teams in the province. The eight-team girls draw features sever-
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ranked teams participating at the event. Other teams in the tournament include: Chilliwack’s Sardis Falcons, the South Kamloops Titans, the W.J. Mouat Hawks, and the Vernon Panthers. The tournament kicks off with MEI against Sardis at the MEI Secondary gym at 1:15 p.m. on Friday. Mouat opens against Kelowna at 6:30 p.m. Games continue the
Vancouver’s Bodwell Bruins, the Burnaby Central Wildcats, and the New Westminster Hyacks. Every team plays each other once, with a champion being determined on Saturday night. MEI opens the tournament against Bodwell on Friday at 11:30 a.m. All games are free to attend. For more details, visit MEI Eagles Athletics on Facebook.
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BUITENWERF William Bill (William) Buitenwerf passed peacefully into the presence of our Lord on Tuesday morning January 5th, 2016. Bill was born May 4th, 1935 in Holland, immigrated to Canada in 1952 and met the love of his life, Tina, in St. Catherines, Ontario and was married May 4th, 1957 and enjoyed a life long romance thereafter. Bill is survived by his wife Tina, his children: Anna Marie (Richard Prins), Bill (Jennifer), and Patricia (Daniel Boyes), and his grandchildren: Derrick, Kendall, Rachel (Daniel), Rebecca (Brett), Jessica, Jason and Aaron. Bill’s passions included his faith, running his electronics and health food stores, gardening and healthy living. We would like to thank Maplewood House staff and Dr. Pauls for their excellent care and love. A memorial service will be held at Seven Oaks Alliance Church, 2575 Gladwin Rd., at 2:00 pm Monday, January 11th. Online condolences to the family may be made to:
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RUTTAN Victoria V. November 18, 1920 ~ December 27, 2015 It is with sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of Vicki Ruttan in Kamloops, BC. She is predeceased by her husband Claude Ruttan, parents James and Annie Stokes, sisters Muriel, Lillian, Alma, Mable, Ida, Christina, Mildred and brothers Alex, Art and Jimmy. Victoria is survived by her daughter Merilyn (Ed) Britten, son Gary Ruttan, sisters Doreen Smythe and Evelyn (Bob) Anderson, brother Tommy (Joyce Stokes). Also she will be dearly missed by her grandchildren Susan, Vincent, Tiffany and great grandchild Kay-Ellen and nieces and nephews as well as many dear friends. Vicki was born in Goodwater, Sask., raised in Regina, Sask. and moved to Mission, BC with her parents and some siblings. She met and married Claude Ruttan and raised their two children in Mission, BC. Vicki worked for Aylmers Cannery, E.I. Buckerfields and the Co-op during her working years. She and Claude spent many happy times at the cabin they built in the Caribou. They also traveled to California several times making new friends. Eventually they moved to Nanaimo where Claude passed away. Vicki was in a complete loss without him beside her where she cherished the cuddles that they shared in the hospital bed to their last kiss. After that she took as many walks she could to find a path where life may take her, the memories that will always be remembered and tears of heart break. With help from friends and family, she ventured out took up roller blading at the age of 77. She learnt the hard way, she fell and realized that this was not for her. Her next adventure was learning how to kayak. Vicki enjoyed this very much as her travels took her to the harbor and back. Vicki and her niece traveled to Hong Kong as she wanted to see where her sister-in-law was held as a prisoner of war by the Japanese. She also went on a river rafting trip down the Fraser River. Vicki learnt that with family and friends around she was never alone and that Claude was still beside her through every adventure she had taken. May we all learn from a strong lady like Vicki. We, Vicki’s family would like to thank Pine Grove Care Home and there staff for the wonderful care she received. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Service Kamloops, (250) 554-2429. Condolences may be left for Victoria’s family and friends at: www.firstmemorialkamloops.com
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FUNK Rev. William It is with heavy hearts that our family says goodbye, for now, to our Dad, Grandpa and Great-grandpa as he has gone to be with the Lord he loves. Born August 4, 1920 he passed peacefully into His presence January 3, 2016 at the age of 95 years. Memorial service to be held at Abbotsford Baptist Church 33651 Busby Rd. Abbotsford, Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. You are invited to read the full obituary and leave a personal message of condolence at the family’s on-line Obituary at: www.myalternatives.ca
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FARM WORKERS WANTED $10.49/per hr. April to December. Must be willing to work in field in all weather, incl. cold, rain, heat and be capable of heavy lifting & bending to ground level & standing for extended periods. Must be productive and have own transport. Apply at Badyal Farms Ltd, 5131 Inter-Provincial Hwy, Abbotsford, BC V3G 2P5 or email: badyalfarms@hotmail.com
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TOPHAM Gary We are saddened to announce the passing of Gary Topham on December 13, 2015. He is survived by his son Lance Topham and siblings Dan Topham and Carole Stevens. We will be having a Celebration of Life on January 17th, 12:00 - 4:00 at the Senior Center, 33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Cancer Society, much appreciated.
Susanna Susanna peacefully passed away at the age of 96, to be with her Lord and Saviour on January 1, 2016. She was in the care of the wonderful staff at the Chilliwack Hospice. She is survived by her children, Lilly Boschmann, Henry (Gale) Sawatzky, John (Barbara) Sawatzky, Linda (Ed) Driediger, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild, her sister, Anna, and her brother, Peter, both of Germany. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 pm on Saturday, January 9, 2016, at Eben-ezer Mennonite Church, 2051 Windsor St., Abbotsford, BC. Pastors Ingrid Schultz and Artur Bergen will be officiating. Susanna’s family would like to thank the staff of the ACE unit at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and especially all the staff at the Chilliwack Hospice for their exceptional care. Finally, many thanks to all the staff and friends at the Menno Pavilion, where she resided for the past ten years. Sleep in heavenly peace. Online condolences to the family may be made to:
www.wiebeandjeskefh.com Wiebe & Jeske - 604.859.5885
EDGE; Fjola Fjola (Mattson) Edge age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 4, 2016 at Menno Hospital. She leaves her loving husband of 33 years, James Edge, along with son, Ron Mattson and wife Mary, daughter, Linda Earle, grandchildren Lee and Stephanie Earle and Rina and Paul Mattson. She married Edward Mattson in 1943 and he passed in 1976. James and Fjola were married in 1982 and enjoyed travelling in their motorhome to the Western States and across Canada. Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 11, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC. Online condolences to the family may be made at:
www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com
PENNER Ron Ron Penner aged 68 years passed away peacefully on December 31st, 2015. He is lovingly remembered by his siblings Carl (Bonnie), Dorthea (Eric), Evan (Laurel), Tim, Mark and Lorne; long time special friends Karen Martin and The Jammers as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents David and Carol Penner. A Celebration of Life will be held at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home 7386 Horne Street, Mission, BC on Saturday January 9, 2016 at 11:00 am. A graveside service will be held at Hatzic Cemetery 34867 Cemetery Road, Mission on Saturday, Jan. 9 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mission Hospice Society or the Union Gospel Mission.
Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home (604) 826-9548
www.woodlawnfh-mission.com
RUFFELL Shirley Amelia (nee: Best) Shirley, born February 25, 1925 in White Rock, passed away peacefully in her sleep with family at her side December 22, 2015 in Chilliwack. Predeceased by her husband Renaud (Rennie) and sister Evelyn Gibson and brother-in-law Ken Gibson, Shirley will be lovingly remembered by her six children Ron Ruffell (Lil), Stan Ruffell, Brian Ruffell, Gordon Ruffell (Jan), Louise Mesaros (Alec) and Gloria Miller (Doug), eleven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, brothers Jack Best (Marion) and Bill Best (Grace) and numerous nieces and nephews. Thank you Mom for your love, caring, hard work, patience, dignity, honour and leadership. Rest easy and be at peace. A celebration of life will be held in the Spring, Shirley’s favourite time of year, followed by internment at Mountain View Cemetery in Vancouver.
HELP WANTED BE A PRODUCT SAMPLER
August 23, 1927 ~ December 25, 2015 Late of Abbotsford, BC passed away on Christmas Day surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his siblings Ireen Kuzonski, Don Kearsley, Jean Straiton and their families. Earl spent most of his adult life living and working in Wellington, New Zealand. He returned to Abbotsford to enjoy his retirement years. Earl travelled the world extensively and always had many wonderful stories to share. No service by request.
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Woodlawn Funeral Home 604-853-2643
BOLES Janis Carol February 15, 1939 ~ December 20, 2015 Janis passed away peacefully in her sleep at home. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 41 years, James Boles, her parents, one sister and one brother. She is survived by her sons Bruce (Jackie) Lloyd and Rick Boles, daughter Kathy Eden, sisters Ann Lion and Eva Neufeld, and four stepsisters. Janis is also survived by grandsons Steve (Kelli) Lloyd, Tyler Eden and Keenan Boles, granddaughter Natasha, 3 great grandchildren; Alexzander, Dominic and Declan, numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Service to be held on January 12th at 11:00 a.m. at Clearbrook MB Church, 2719 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
Miss talking to PEOPLE? Are you BORED? Need extra MONEY? BC’s largest, most reputable demo company is hiring Contract Demonstrators for 6 - 10 days a month in local grocery stores. Who are you: • A reliable, mature adult • Man/woman, senior/retiree • A go-getter who loves people • Can work on your own • Enjoy simple cooking When do we need you: • Fri./Sat. &/or Sun. 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (available all 3 days) What do you need: • English reading & writing • Stand unaided 6-7 hr/day • Car is a must to carry supplies • Well groomed & bondable • Carry table & supplies • Food Safe to be obtained Training: • North Burnaby Pay: • $11.50/hr. per hour to start
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CHICKEN CATCHERS WANTED FULL - TIME F/T Starting wage $15/hour Benefits package available
604-835-3562 Leave Msg CHICKEN CATCHERS WANTED Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity! Abby. 604-857-2221
Escape Trailer Industries in Chilliwack is expanding and currently has three full-time positions available: 1) Parts and Service (Customer Service) 2) General Labourer 3) Sales and Service This is a fast paced, team environment, suited to motivated individuals with a positive attitude, who are looking for secure year round employment. Although we are willing to train applicants with RV knowledge will be given priority. We currently have openings available Monday through Friday, Weekends and Statutory Holidays Off. Wage will be determined based on experience with benefits after 3 mths. For Further information on each position please apply in person with resume and references at 43851 Industrial Way, Building B.
SYME Bruce Jamie March 11, 1944 ~ December 31, 2015 Jamie passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Jamie was a testimony of God’s grace and healing. Almost 4 years ago, he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and given a survival rate of 4 to 5 months. Throughout his journey with cancer, he never wavered in his faith in God. His health care professionals often said that there was no predicting what Jamie’s future might be, as he blew holes in their predictions time after time. Born in Mississauga, Ontario to Eva and Bruce Syme. Husband of Kathryn Ann (Aitchison) Syme, brother to Heather, Stephen, Colleen, Brian, Patrick, Bonnie, Scott, Michael, Robin, and Laurie. Father to Bruce, Tamara, Eva, Jeremy, Paul, Robert, and Miranda, grandfather to Robin, Jordan, Leland, Colton, and Henry, greatgrandfather to Wesley and Ronald. Servant of God. A Memorial Service will be held at Grace Church, 2087 McMillan Road, Abbotsford, BC on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: K. Syme, 3695 Nicomen Place, Abbotsford, BC V3G 1J1 in memoriam. Condolences may be sent by visiting: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
Local HVAC company hiring for the following positions: sheet metal Installers, foreman, ticketed “B” gas fitters, gas fitter apprentices. Must have a valid driver’s license. Email resume to heatingteam@gmail.com
M&M Meat Shops Abbotsford Req’d. immediately. P/T Product Consultant with excellent customer skills. Must be available days, evenings & weekends between 9:30 am & 8:00 pm. Apply in person with resume: 2618 McMillan Road, Abbotsford. No phone calls, faxes, or emails.
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Fraserview Nursery Ltd. is looking for: Full time / seasonal nursery worker. Work includes planting, weeding, moving, loading, unloading shrubs and trees. Work is outdoor in all types of weather & involve some heavy lifting. Work is approx. from March - November. No minimum education reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Wages $10.49/hr Reply Fax: 604 607 5571.
On-call Thrift Store Workers, Donation Attendant and Driver The Salvation Army, a Christian charitable organization, requires on-call staff: Thrift Store Workers in Abbotsford/Mission - sorting, pricing, and serving customers. Thrift Store Donation Attendant in Abbotsford/Mission - accepting donations, assisting staff/customers in carrying furniture or other heavy items, sorting donated items, and cleaning the store and washrooms. He/she must be able to lift heavy furniture/items. Truck Driver - to pick-up and deliver various produce/items from/to donors, clients & customers. Applicants must have a valid â&#x20AC;&#x153;G or Câ&#x20AC;? class driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, provide a proof of a clean driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract, and able to lift heavy furniture/items. All applicants must have customer service/retail exp. and have strengths in relationship building and executing. All positions require a satisfactory Criminal Record Check report. Please submit your resume and a cover letter stating which position you are applying for, by January 9th, 2016, to: santonescu@sacascade.ca No phone calls please.
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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby
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SPRING RELAX SPA 604-859-9686 2451 Clearbrook Rd Abbotsford
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LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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D & D DRYWALL. Boarding, taping, texturing painting & remodeling. Big or small jobs. Over 25 yrs exp. Free estimates. 604-853-3640.
ABBOTSFORD & MISSION Large & Small Jobs S Insured S Licensed S Guaranteed Free Estimates
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House Cleaning Team * Insured * Experienced Maple Ridge, P. Meadows, Mission
Kristy 604.488.9161
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Cloverdale High Performance paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
Always Reddy Rubbish Removal Residential / Commercial
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Part-Time Circulation Clerk The Abbotsford News has an opening for a parttime circulation clerk (This position is approximately 22.5 hrs per week)  The successful applicant will enjoy working in a fast-paced customer service oriented environment. In addition, this person must possess strong computer skills, be familiar with accounting practices, good communication skills (both verbal and non-verbal) and a pleasant telephone manner.  This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic self-starter with proven organizational expertise. Previous circulation experience would be an asset. Please forward your resume and hand-written cover letter in confidence to: Kevin Hemery Regional Circulation Director: 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: circulation@abbynews.com Closing Date: Friday January 22, 2016 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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WORK WITH AIRPLANES In 42 weeks, the UFV Aircraft Structures Technician program can prepare you for well-paid work with major airlines, aircraft manufacturers, ďŹ xed base operations, large repair and overhaul organizations, and specialty repair shops. Learn the latest techniques in aircraft repair and maintenance at the UFV Aerospace Centre, located at the Abbotsford Airport.
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NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.344.1069
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TREE SERVICES
A & D TREE SERVICES Tree Removal, Brush Chipping, Stump Grinding, Hedge Trimming Pruning ~ Arborist Facilities. Fully Insured. 604-226-6514
2 coats any colour
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls
DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or large jobs. 604-859 -1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696
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FAMILY MAN w/truck for yard & home clean-ups, odd jobs, scrap removal. Free est. 604-820-2383
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Complete Handyman Servicesâ&#x20AC;? Reas. rates by hr/day-seniors disc. refs. Call/text: Mike 604-319-0273
DIVAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CLEANING. We make it so you want to come home. Insured & Bonded. *Weekly *Bi-Weekly. Move In / Out. Call 604-217-1857
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778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs
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1 As in movers we trust. Same day moves & deliveries. Reliable Honest Movers. Starting $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607.
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
PIT - 11496 DEWDNEY TRUNK RD., MISSION Fax: 604-826-6716
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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RUBBISH REMOVAL
DAVIES SAND & GRAVEL LTD 604-826-6736
AMAZING WAVE SPA Acupuncture & Acupressure. 113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby.
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FLUID SOLUTIONS. Gas, plumbing, heating, renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, repairs. 20 years exp., reliable & courteous. Licâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416
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www.renovationsmission.com YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
Alternative Healing or Relaxation & Mobile Service. 604-746-1234
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
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Happy New Year from the Bishop's Centre & Mad Dog's Ski & Board
ERCO Worldwide - Our North Vancouver
What better place to find someone who may be looking for a career than people that already deal with us? Please forward or recommend to anyone you know who has the below interest and qualifications.
Industrial Electrician / Instrument Mechanic
We are the largest retailer of outdoor home furnishings in the lower mainland and possibly B.C. We pride ourselves on providing the perfect backyard in Outdoor Furniture, Hotspring/Fantasy Hot Tubs and Island and Cart Outdoor Grilling Systems (BBQs). We currently have 18,000 sq. ft. location with an aggressive growth strategy to become the largest in Western Canada! Bring in the New Year with a professional career in sales with one of B.C.s largest specialty retailers in outdoor / backyard adult fun. We are presently looking for FT sales and PT sales. Salary plus incentives. If you have a customer-first mentality, understand how to ask for the sale and have enthusiasm and passion for selling, accompanied by an upbeat attitude, then you should apply to join the best and fastest growing outdoor / backyard, adult fun retailer. Job Titles Available: Full-time and part Time sales people Hot tub service and sales people Required Experience: Sales experience - 2 years
Required Education: High School or Equivalent
blackpress.ca X abbynews.com
Resumes can be sent to resumes@bishopscentre.ca
facility has the following employment opportunities along with the qualifications required.
â&#x20AC;˘ A Grade 12 diploma and dual TQ ticket as an Industrial Electrician/Instrument Mechanic with a minimum of 5 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in a chemical or industrial manufacturing environment. â&#x20AC;˘ An Industrial Electrician with industrial instrument equipment and systems experience will also be considered. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with general industrial electrical systems including high voltage, automated controls, and DCS and PLC systems.
Pipefitter â&#x20AC;˘ A Grade 12 diploma and TQ ticket as an Industrial Pipefitter, with a minimum of 5 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in a chemical or industrial manufacturing environment. â&#x20AC;˘ A 2nd TQ ticket (Welder, Instrument Mechanic, etc.) will be an asset. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with installation, maintenance and repair of process piping systems. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with equipment such as heat exchangers, strainers, tanks, pressure relief valves, and control valves. Wages and benefits are competitive within the industry, including a four-day work week with flexible start times. Submit your resume in confidence to: Administration Manager hholt@ercoworldwide.com Fax: (604) 929 8277
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#1 PET SOURCE • Pet Food & Accessories • Livestock Feed & Hay • Wild Bird Seed & Accessories • Whole Lot More 31852 Marshall Place Abbotsford B.C. 604-556-7477 www.buckerfields.org
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THE BABIES OF 2015. Make sure your 2015 addition is included in this treasured keepsake. All babies who appear in this feature will receive a special personalized placemat as a keepsake and one free, in-home Sign, Say & Play Session from Sticky Hands in Abbotsford ($25 value). Also, each family will be entered in a draw for a single $25 Gift Certificate from the following local businesses: Howard Wong Farms, Me~n~Eds, M & M Meats, The Rendezvous Restaurant (Immel location) and Sticky Hands.
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GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Black. 11 wks old, 1 left. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
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Are you looking to move closer to Vancouver, fully furnished White Rock Condo - $195,000: Owner 778-988-2055
THIS IS WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE
Great View Available Now!
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
Bach., 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, & 3 Bdrm Bedroom Avail. SENIORS DISCOUNTS Heat, Hot Water & Basic Cable included. Crime Free & Certified. N/S - N/P, Close to all amens. Lease & Refs. Required.
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NEW LOWER RENTS SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P. Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.
1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP w/View Fam./Pet ok. $42,900 w/$575pad Financing avail. 604-830-1960
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
Call 604-852-7350 MAPLE RIDGE
1 & 2 Bdrms available $880/mo & $980/mo
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THE WONG FAMILY AND STAFF WANT TO WISH EVERYONE
Date of Birth: _______________________________________ Phone: ___________________
A Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year
604-851-4537 or 604-853-1144 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, BC or
and we want to thank our customers for their patronage and continued support. See you in the new year!
Closed from Dec. 25 to Jan. 14, 2016 Re opening Fridays & Saturdays Starting Jan. 15, 2016 5486 Riverside Corner of Harris and Riverside Matsqui Village
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NEW 24x60 - 1440 sq/ft double wide in Abby 55+ Park. Pet ok. Pad $602/mo. Home $123,900. Chuck 604-830-1960.
Includes: Heat, Hot Water
ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREE Multi Housing Program
and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities.
BACHELOR APARTMENT $440/mo ~ No Pets Hot water included. Quiet, parklike setting.
SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
604-463-2236 604-463-7450 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings
604-853-0333
FRUIT & VEGETABLES HOWARD WONG FARMS
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* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet
UNDER $300
2 CHAIRS. Ivory color, reclining leather & chrome w/ottoman, $150. ea or $250. for both. (778)809-0934
Baby’s Name: ________________________________________________________________
Queen Anne Apts.
UNDER $200
METAL & WOOD KITCHEN / dining table, octagon, with tempered glass, espresso color. $150. obo. (778)809-0934
APARTMENT/CONDO ABBOTSFORD
Mountainview - Bakerview
PETS
PLEASE INCLUDE PHOTO AND PRINT CLEARLY Incl. Parents GST Names: ____________________________________________________________________
email info to bonnie@blackpress.ca
FOR SALE BY OWNER For Sale By Owner
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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MISC. WANTED FIREARMS WANTED
Collector will purchase firearms both modern and antique. Please call 604-290-1911 or email to jimmygunns@gmail.com
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
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.
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NEW 188cm ELAN X CURVE Dualgap skis, $40. Dynastar Max 6T186CM skis, new, $30. Ladies/ girls Atomic skis, used, $20. 604850-4699. 2 PIECE DINING room china cabinet solid maple wood construction 50”W x 60”H $100 obo. 604826-1420. DEACON’S BENCH, soft padded with storage underneath, espresso color, $75. obo. 778-809-0934. 4 WHITE FOLDING wood closet doors, 24” X 78 3/4”, $20. each. 778-809-0934. METAL TRUCK RAMPS, $25. Yardworks leaf blower, mulcher, $25. Scroll saw with blades, $15. Call Mike 604-855-0095. 350 FEET 2 1/4” CASING, primed and painted, $100. Call Mike 604855-0095. MEN’S MOUNTAIN BIKE, 26”, 21 speed, gel seat, mirror, water bottle & mount, fenders, rat-trap, kick stand, men’s helmet, $100. Call Mike 604-855-0095. 38 POUND THRUST, like new, Minn Kota electric motor, used twice, asking $100. Call Mike 604855-0095. WESTERN PLASTER COMPRESSOR $50 four heavey 24 inch by 24 inch by one inch pieces of glass $50. 604-854-0536 or 604-820-6733.
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EVOLUTION WALKER, RED color, includes basket. Asking $85. 604854-2971. EVOLUTION WALKER, BLUE color, includes basket. Asking $85. 604854-2971. LEGAL SIZE FILING cabinet, four drawer, includes 143 hangers, 117 file folders, two alphabet sets, asking $100. 604-854-2971. PAIR OF REAR seats for 2007 Pontiac Montana, grey, $75. Maintenance & service manual for 2007 Pontiac Montana, $12. 604-853-1158. THULE (FRONTIER) SKI rack/box, excellent shape. A steal at $100. firm. 604-302-1574. KLIK KAT FOR SALE, will make into a bed, excellent shape, black, $100. firm. 604-853-242 WANTED: ANTIQUES, FURNITURE and farm, tractor equipment 604826-9801. HOMELIFE POWER SAW 16” bar. Newer chain. $65.00. 604-3021467. KENMORE EXTRA CAPACITY dryer in good working condition $90 obo 604-826-3524. 36” ROUND DARK solid oak dining table in like new condition $100. 604-826-3524. COMPACT 4.4 CU FT black all fridge 35” highx21” wide great second fridge $70. 604-826-3524.
NEW SWEDE BORE ice drill $60. New Stainless steel handicap hand rail for washroom etc $25.604-854-0536 or 604-820-6733. PALE 12X3” STAINLESS steel deck screws 28.5 LBS $35 box S.S. 50x1 3/4 split proof siding nails 6 lbs $13.50. 604-854-0536. NEW HD 4X4 fence post or deck spikes 36” long 15 for $100. Good deal. 604-854-0536 or 604-8206733. NEW WESTERN RUGED electric half inch hammer drill and variable speed jig saw both $35 new rice cooker $20. 604-854-0536. SHELVING 3/4” PLYWOOD 8’ lengths very clean inc shelf brackets $1 per foot. 604-826-0041. FRENCH DOOR 80”X28” 15 panel bevelled glass with frame and hardware new cond. $50. 604826-0041. COLEMAN CAMP STOVE 2 burner and coleman lantern very clean takes white gas $35 each. 604826-0041. BOARDROOM WALL SCREEN oak finish 48x48 folds out to 96” $50. 604-826-0041. FURNACE FROM MOBILE gas 30x20x9 20,000 BTU $100. 604826-0041. MIRROR IN OLD wood frame 28” wide 48” high very good cond $40. 604-826-0041.
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Apartments 1 & 2 Bedroom Heat / hot water included 3 Appliances
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604-850-7050
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ABBOTSFORD. 2866 Tims St. Nice 2 bdrm home, 1 bath, partially ďŹ nished basement, laundry hook ups, gas heat, f/p and garage with large back yard and patio. Central location, close to schools, transit and shopping. Avail January 15th. N/p, N/s. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s required. $1200/mo.
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604-826-2538
33415 Bourquin Pl. Abbotsford
604-870-1118
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NOW AVAILABLE LARGE 1 BDRM + DEN & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat & hot water incl. Fridge, stove, d/w. Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Discount SECURE UNDERGROUND PARKING
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Rose - 2 bdrm bsmt suite, f/s, d/w, w/d. Close to school/parks. N/p, n/s - $850/mo. + shrd. utils. Philbert - Spacious 2 bdrm bsmt. Great location. F/s, d/w, w/d, storage. Np/ns. $900/mo + shrd. utils. Wren - Tastefully updated new ďŹ&#x201A;oors, paint ++, 2 bdrm upper 3 occupants. N/p, n/s. $1000/mo. incl. utils.
ABBOTSFORD Apartment Latitude #321 - 1 bdrm + den - 666 sq ft. 1 parking stall - insuite w/d. $895/mo. + utils - hot h2o incl.
604-820-8888 MORE RENTALS @ www.andersonavenue.com
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ABBOTSFORD. Large 1 bdrm above ground suite on farm in Matsqui. Incl. nat. gas, hydro & cable. $700. N/s. Jan. 1st. 604-300-0676
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Woodbine Townhouses 9252 Hazel St, Chilliwack $1100 per month Utilities not Included
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MISSION: 3 BDRM TOWNHOUSE, quiet family complex. Rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-820-1715
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1995 26 1/2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 5th wheel. Bunkbeds, a/c, power jacks, sleeps 6. Good cond. $3000. Duane 604-820-0555
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KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford 30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666 2002 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr, auto, loaded, STK#749. $2,900. 2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,900 2004 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr sedan leather, sunroof, loaded 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. 2004 HONDA CRV. 4dr, fully loaded, auto, Only this week! STK#747. $6,900. 2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, loaded. STK#691. $7,900. 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 dr, sedan, auto, 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. 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT. 4dr auto, fully loaded, Only this week! STK#750. $11,900. 2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. STK#721 $12,900. 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA. 4dr, auto, fully loaded, low kms. STK#746. $13,900. 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 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.
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Furnished bdrm. Kitchen privileges. Maple Ridge & Mission. $450-$550. 604-467-0021, 778-868-5081
Heat & hot water incl. Fridge, stove, d/w, micro. UNDERGROUND SECURE PARKING
1 Bedroom suite $635 2 Bedroom suite $750
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MISSION AREA. 800 SF SHOP. Available now. $450 + gst + hydro + gas. Security check and references. No Living Quarters. 604-820-0808
ABBOTSFORD 3 bdrm rancher on farm. Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 5 appl. RV prkg. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Avl now. $1500 Gary 604-807-6477
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Repairers Lien Act Wayne Kenneth Litster The following will be sold to satisfy funds owing to Murray GM Abbotsford. $4578.43 Plus storage and all costs incurred by this action. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Vin: 3GCHK33D37F133419 Sale date after Jan 27th 2016. West Canada Civil Enforcement www.repobc.ca 1-877-795-7337
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