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Rogue Cougar killed by RCMP Erin Knutson Hope Standard The rogue cougar that has been terrorizing the Kawkawa lake area was taken down by authorities Monday night, after a public warning had been issued for Hope residents to be aware of the cougar. The cougar was believed by conservation officer Don Stahl from Chilliwack to be a male teenager looking for an easy source of prey, and had injured and killed a couple of domestic pets. Lydia Koot from the Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee and Stahl met up with The Hope Standard
to ensure the message got out in an effective and timely manner. Koot placed posted warnings on her site and through Facebook, while placing posters around town. The first sighting of the cougar happened at 10: 30 a.m. last Wednesday morning on the Kettle Valley Trail, when a woman walking her five month old lab pup ran into a cougar standing in the middle of the path. With its predatory gaze fixed on the vulnerable and exposed pair, the animal backed away with some assertive encouragement from the woman, and was considered
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to be a non-threatening encounter after it was reported to the RCMP and the BC Conservation Officer. However, over the past couple of days, the cougar had taken an aggressive and predatory stance with the killing and injuring of pets, and the RCMP were on alert to destroy the animal on sight.
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“We can't safely relocate the animal, and with the killing of a dog and cat already, the animal has become a liability,” said Stahl.“It is better to have a dead cougar than a dead child.” The public was asked to pay attention to the trees (which cats are often fond of climbing,) to watch their children closely and to keep pets on leashes. Stahl has a few safety tips if an encounter happens with a cougar: Never turn around and run (only a food source runs,) back away slowly, while raising your arms and yelling and screaming at the animal.
Pick up rocks and sticks while being prepared to defend yourself; never, play dead because the cougar considers you a food source unlike a bear. Always fight back, and be sure to return to a safe location as soon as possible. Though tragic for the dead cougar, public safety is the number one priority when dealing with wildlife according to Stahl. If you see a cougar please contact the local RCMP and conservation officer Stahl at 1 877 952 7277. For more information regarding wildlife encounters and protocol please contact Lydia Koot at Hopemountain.org/conservation.
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Council Briefs January 11, 2016 Delegation – Ray Zervini, 753 Waterworks Committee
2016 Residential Utilities
The 753 Waterworks Committee has requested that the District assume the 753 Waterworks Utility. Recently, utilities have been increased from $13 to $30 per month and will increase again within the next few months; an additional levy has also been charged, to be paid over a three month period. The Committee is concerned with the overall management of the utility company and has been in contact with the Province’s Water Comptroller to voice their concerns. The Deputy Comptroller of Water Rights held a public hearing with the 753 Committee and taxpayers to provide information.
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The District and 753 Waterworks Committee will meet over the next few weeks to discuss the possibility of the District assuming the 753 Waterworks Utility. The Mayor stated that a detailed up-to-date engineering report will be required prior to the District’s consideration of assuming this utility. Council directed staff to investigate the feasibility of seeking a transfer agreement of 753 Waterworks Utility to the District of Hope. Staff will research and report back to Council this feasibility and the steps required to move forward by the end of February.
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Commercial utilities for the period covering October 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 have been mailed. The due date is February 15, 2016. Please contact the District office if you have not received your invoice.
2016 Residential utilities will be mailed out at the end of January. Please contact the District office if you do not receive your notice. The due date is July 4, 2016. Pre-authorized payment options are available. Please contact the District office for further information.
Avoid a 10% penalty, renew your business license before January 29th. Post marks are not accepted as proof of payment. If you are no longer doing business in the District, we ask that you notify us in writing: Attention: Business License or via email to info@hope.ca
Council endorsed staff’s recommendation that Barclay Fletcher be engaged to undertake the repair/ modification work at the Station House.
Stop into District Hall to renew your license. Please note that any business licences not renewed within the first 60 days of 2016 will be considered invalid and could be subject to fines.
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2016 DOG LICENSES The District of Hope would like to o remind residents that all dogs over the age of 4 months hs are required to be licensed. The fine for an unlicensed dog is $100. There will be a $5.00 penalty for all licensess purchased after April 1, 2016 Please come into the Municipal Office located at 325 Wallace Street to purchase your ur 2015 dog tag. District of Hope staff will be pleased sed to answer any questions you may have. Give us a call at 604-869-5671.
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Council approved a budget increase of $50,000 to $73,172 for the Road Protection Review Project. Funds for increasing this budget have been identified as ‘unused funds’ in the 3rd Avenue Asphalt project, therefore there will be no increase to Capital Budgets. The existing utility services in this area are approximately 50 years old, and the status of these
underground utilities is required prior to paving taking place in order to best utilize District funds. Council endorsed the proposal submitted by Omega & Associates Engineering Ltd. in the amount of $66,520.00 (excluding GST) for engineering consulting fees related to this project.
Council Appointments & Committees for 2016 The 2016 Council Appointments & Committees listing was approved and amended as follows: Councillor Dyble replaced Mayor Vicktor as representative to the AdvantageHOPE Board, due to conflicts in the Mayor’s schedule. The AdvantageHOPE Board is also now identified as a “Council Liaison” as opposed to a “Board, Committee or Commission” on the listing.
In-Camera Resolutions for Declassification Council endorsed declassification of the following resolutions, which were passed at the October 13, 2015 and December 14, 2015 meetings, respectively:
Resolution #1: “THAT Council authorizes the declassification of the Station House Amenity Agreement with the Province to allow for the transfer of ownership of the Station House property to the District of Hope.”
Resolution #2: “THAT Council authorize the execution of the Agreements for grant of Statutory Rights-of-Way to Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P. over District of Hope lands for the following properties: 65823 Kawakawa Lake Road (Mountain View Cemetery), Nelson Avenue (Public Works Yard), a portion of road on Acacia Drive near the intersection of Mountain Ash Drive, Kawakawa Lake Road (Kawakawa Lake Park) and 20954 Acacia Drive (R/W-BC Tel & Trans Mountain). AND FURTHER THAT signing of these documents does not reflect an official endorsement by Council of the Trans Mountain Pipeline Project.”
Next Meeting: Monday, January 25, 2016 7:00 p.m. in District of Hope Council Chambers
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Th There has been an increase in theft from vehicles in our community recently. To enhance vehicle safety, RCMP and the District of Hope re are encouraging residents to protect their vehicle and practice the a following tips: fo • Never leave valuables, including bags, purses, wallets, briefcases, laptops, cell phones, loose change, or anything that may appear valuable to a thief in plain view. • Hide chargers and accessories that indicate a GPS, mobile phone, or other devices that may be stashed in your vehicle. • Remove garage door openers, key cards, and house or work keys from the car so that a prowler cannot gain access to your home. • Don’t store or leave credit cards, identification or personal information in your glove box or anywhere in your car.
Th These precautions can remove opportunities for thieves and protect citizens from the expense, inconvenience and frustration that can come when their vehicle is broken into. in
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Trans-Canada Highway traffic was held up after a truck jackknifed south of Spuzzum on the Spuzzum bridge, Saturday afternoon. Spuzzum is roughly 40 km outside of Hope, and was impacted by snowy conditions. Eyewitnesses reported that conditions were dicey, which could have contributed to the crash. The truck was located at the edge of the bridge, as emergency crews worked diligently to relieve the unharmed driver from the side of the bridge. Emergency crews stayed until after 8 p.m., when the road was reopened again for single lane traffic. The bridge has been known to be toublesome for trucks, and reportedly a driver was killed in 2010.
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Hope Standard The 753 water works committee headed by Ray Zer vini, petitioned council at a recent meeting as they move for ward in their quest to have the derelict system taken over by the District of Hope. Zer vini discussed some of the details necessar y to get the system functional again, which includes, a new well head amongst a few other structural upgrades. “The District is open-minded, and 500 people are in a tough spot, but it is up to Mr. Neil Murphy (co-owner of 753) to get the system to a place where it’s amenable to get rid of,” said Mayor Wilfried Vicktor. The system which has fallen into a state of disrepair through administrative and structural negligence, has owners scrambling, as well as the water comptroller Pieter Bekker, who is under fire to find and implement a solution to bail the company out, and help the system become functional at a structural and fiscal level. Until the system has attained a level of self-sufficiency, the District is reluctant to take it over. “We would treat this as a business transacYOUR tion,” said Vicktor. “The question would be,
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In descending order: Band students from HSS, were at Buy & Save on Saturdy to fundraise for a once in a lifetime trip to Cuba, which is slated for spring break. (Photos by Erin Knutson); Parents and kids of all ages enjoyed a mountainous adventure with Hope Mountain Centre, during an excursion to Cambie Creek in Manning Park on Sunday, January 17. (Photos by Kelly Pearce)
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use of hotels – 32 and 27 placements respectively – followed by 14 in Vancouver/ Richmond and 12 by the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society. The hotel placements make up two per cent of B.C. children in care, but that rose to six per cent in the North Fraser area. Tu r p e l - L a f o n d characterized the recurring use of hotels in those areas as "a stop-gap in lieu BLACK PRESS/FILE PHOTO of having adequate Alex Gervais died when he fell from the fourth floor of an placements." But Cadieux said Abbotsford Super 8 hotel on Sept. 18. she believes better coordination of the staff are such that She indicated she may the placement options they are not able to find also propose increased that exist could go far alternative placements remuneration or incentives to recruit or retain to reducing hotel use. to hotels at this time." Ministry staff must foster families. Cadieux said hotel stays "We want to elimiremain an option of now report to the representative's office when nate hotel placements last resort and while she doesn't believe any child is kept in a entirely," Cadieux said. it's good practice she hotel longer than three "But government can't would set no target date days. Social workers achieve that alone. We for ending it. Manitoba must get approval for need more people to has banned all use of hotel placements, which step up, get trained and hotels but Cadieux said has been granted in all work with us to prothat comparison isn't recent requests. Reports vide kids in care with appropriate because on hotel placements are the stable homes that that province was using to be made public every they need and that they six months. Cadieux deserve." them systemically. Turpel-Lafond said said she also intends to she would like to see a bring a budget request complete ban because to cabinet to proof the harm hotel stays vide more residential do but agreed it is not resources for emergency placements, particurealistic. "The pressures on larly in the Fraser areas.
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A new report shows 117 children and youth in care in B.C. were placed in hotels in a recent 12-month period despite government claims the practice was rare and repeated orders that it happens only in extreme situations, where options were limited. The joint review of hotel placements by Representative for Children and Youth Mary Ellen TurpelLafond and the Ministry of Children and Family Development came in response to a highprofile death last September. Alex Gervais, an 18-year-old in care, fell or jumped to his death from the fourth floor of an Abbotsford Super 8 hotel, where he had been housed by the ministry after his group home was shut down due to poor conditions. At that time, Children and Family Minister Stephanie Cadieux suggested just one or two youths were thought to be in hotel placements. Turpel-Lafond suspected the number was closer to 50 and said the count of 117 children from November 2013 to October 2013
– more than double her estimate – shows how pervasive the problem remains. Some of those children were placed in hotels multiple times during the year, as a total of 131 placements were recorded. Most hotel stays are short – just a day or two – and Cadieux said it's usually because of the need to urgently relocate youth until a conventional placement can be found, often on evenings or weekends. But Gervais was an extreme case. He spent 49 consecutive days in the Abbotsford hotel prior to his Sept. 18 death, the most recent of multiple hotel stays. "The best guess we have is that Mr. Gervais spent close to 100 days in hotels over the period of his time in care," Turpel-Lafond said. A further review of his case is underway and the ministry is required to report by March 31 or consent to an investigation by Turpel-Lafond's office. "His death is a tragedy," Cadieux said. "It's a young life lost well too soon." The South Fraser and North Fraser regions of the Lower Mainland recorded the highest
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Learning from tragedy Few things cut so deeply into a community as the loss of young life. This week we were reminded of that fact again after two friends died when their truck went off an icy road and plunged into the Fraser River. The grief of those touched by the tragedy was evident at an impromptu memorial service at Chilliwack secondary (the school both young men had attended) on Monday morning. But even those more removed from the incident likely hugged their children a little tighter that evening when they heard the tragic news. Sunday’s truck crash wasn’t the first time a young person’s potential was stolen just on the cusp of adulthood. Just last year three young men were killed on Highway 1 west of Hope when their vehicle left the road. They weren’t the first. Nor, as Sunday’s crash illustrated, the last, in an ongoing battle with young lives lost on the roadways. In fact, according to the B.C. Automobile Association, roughly 54 young people will die each year in motor vehicle crashes. Thousands more sustain injuries that can affect them for the rest of their lives. That car crashes are the leading cause of death among young people should come as little surprise to anyone who reflects honestly on their own adolescence. Most of us can recall times when we did dangerous things; when we put ourselves and our friends at risk. We need to share those stories. We need to remind anyone who will listen of the awesome power that a motor vehicle represents – the power to help, but also the power to cause harm. Driving is an immense responsibility that even seasoned drivers take for granted. The vehicles are comfortable; the ride is smooth. However, the physics remain immutable. Nothing will bring back the lives lost on that icy road Sunday morning. But the tragedy offers an opportunity to have a conversation – with ourselves and the people we love – about the risks that exist every time we turn on the ignition. Black Press
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In the early days of this new year, readers have advised me to do several things. Tom Fletcher I’ll go with one that seems relatively painless, embracing the “sunny ways” of our new federal government and seeking optimism in these fragile times. For starters, we have a building boom going on in the southwest. Here in Victoria, cranes dot the skyline as new residential-commercial projects emerge from bedrock, and hardhats are mostly on construction workers, scratched and backwards, rather than shiny and forward on politicians. Shipyards are busy, with Royal Canadian Navy work and cruise ship refits to reduce their emissions, plus work on ferries, tugboats and barges. Most of the activity is private investment, much of it in a hot housing market. Surrey has just recorded its secondhighest total for building permits in history, a value of $1.46 billion nearly matching the pre-recession peak of 2007. Thousands of provincial employees get a small raise in February, based on stronger than forecast economic growth in 2014. It works out to $300 a year for a medical technologist and $346 for a teacher.
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Health care costs are rising less dramatically. That should ease the crisis atmosphere at provincial and federal health ministers’ negotiations over the funding formula, taking place this week in Vancouver. Health Minister Terry Lake announced last week that the province is increasing funding for a promising program in cancer research, using genetic analysis to improve targeting for drugs to treat the hundreds of different cancers diagnosed in B.C. patients each year. The B.C. Cancer Agency’s new director, Dr. Malcolm Moore, oncologist Dr. Janessa Laskin and Dr. Marco Marra, director of the agency’s Genome Science Centre, described a world-leading centre of research that is reaching out to specialists and their patients across the province and attracting international funding and talent for ground-breaking research. Outside the urban regions, where retail sales and real estate mainly drive the economy, sunny ways are harder to find. The mining and natural gas sectors are in the grip of a slump in commodity prices, with more temporary mine closures expected. The forest industry is being helped by the low Canadian dollar and a steady recovery in the U.S. economy, and tourism is expected to have another strong year as Americans take advantage of a discount on visits to B.C. Central 1 Credit Union broke down the regional employ-
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ment numbers for B.C. in 2015, and found job growth in every region except the Cariboo. Province-wide employment grew 1.2 per cent last year, ahead of the national rate. That may not sound like much, but compared to Alberta’s oil-dependent economy, it’s pretty good. Construction of a new dam on the Peace River is expected to ramp up this year, bringing workers home from Alberta, and the federal government is planning to fast-track its promised infrastructure spending to create work across the country. Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett was in Toronto last week to ring the opening bell at the stock exchange with B.C. mining industry representatives. Not much sun on mining stocks these days, but Bennett’s sales pitch to an investor luncheon included reference to two more mines under construction in northwest B.C., the province’s Pacific Rim trade advantage, and revenue sharing with First Nations that is attracting attention of other provinces. The Conference Board of Canada has forecast that B.C.’s economy will “lead the country by a wide margin over the near term,” with unemployment declining in 2016. We’re at the mercy of global forces, but things could be a whole lot worse. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc
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Letters B.C.’s Minister of Health prying dollars being seniors) into this area. Even though I will never use this hospital I will pay into it so others can enjoy a service which was never available to me in the 50 years I lived on north Vancouver Island. A suggestion to the Liberals and following B.C. governments may be that for those who move here to retire, either come prepared to put up with the healthcare here or come with money in hand to pay for the extra services. I have not lived in other provinces or enjoyed the wealth of eastern Canada, so I do not relish the idea of paying for their health care needs. Ditto to those who come from out of country. You use it, you pay for it. I know my children and I put up with sub-standard health care all our lives so I do not see why I have to pay for top quality health care for new-comers. Tina Laursen Hope, B.C
Guide Dog & Service Dog Act takes effect On Jan. 18, 2016, a new legislation came into effect that modernizes guide dog and service dog guidelines in B.C., bringing higher training standards, improving accessibility to public spaces and strata properties, and strengthening public safety. "The Guide Dog and Service Dog Act is one more step toward making B.C. the most progressive province in the country for people with disabilities," said Minister of Public Safety and solicitor General Mike Morris. "These certification changes will enable people who rely on a guide or service dog to enjoy the same
protected rights and opportunities as every citizen." The Guide Dog and Service Dog Act makes it clear that discrimination is unacceptable, giving certified guide or service dog handlers access rights equal to those enjoyed by all members of the public. The act updates guide dog and service dog guidelines, by: • Expanding tenancy rights to include strata properties and certified retired dogs residing with their handlers. • Providing public access rights for certified dogs in training.
• Recognizing service dogs in addition to guide dogs. • Requiring a high training standard. • Establishing a more robust decision-making process for certification. • Strengthening compliance and enforcement. Dog handlers are now able to submit certification applications to the Security Programs Division of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Once these applications are processed, handlers seeking certification for guide and service
dogs that were not trained by an accredited school will be able to have their dogs tested by the Justice Institute of British Columbia.The new legislation fulfils a commitment made in Accessibility 2024 - government's 10-year action plan to make B.C. the most progressive province in Canada for persons with disabilities. "British Columbia is synonymous with diversity, and ensuring equality of access to public spaces for those who depend on certified guide and service dogs is one more way we honour and celebrate that diversity. These legislative advancements are the result of consultation
Party bus reforms urged after woman dies There are renewed calls for tougher restrictions on the party bus industry after the death of a passenger. A twenty three year-old old Langley woman died after she fell out of the open door of a party bus as it made a left turn in downtown Vancouver. She was identified as Chelsea Lynn Mist James. It's the latest in a series of deaths, often tied to underage drinking or drug use. The province last year tightened licensing requirements for buses and limousines with perimeter seating, including mandatory display of a special licence plate to allow police checks.
NDP MLA George Heyman said the province hasn't gone far enough. "It's time to admit that relying on self-regulation has failed with tragic results," he said. Heyman previously proposed legislation requiring chaperones for trips involving minors, standardized safety training, penalties for advertising illegal activity, and safe drop-off provisions to end the practice of dumping sick or distressed passengers. "These things might have made a difference this weekend, and could make a difference in the future."
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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 be 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.
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Today Mr. Terry Lake B.C.'s Minister of Health is trying to pry more health care dollars from the federal government’s hands for B.C.'s underfunded health care. The reason is that we have more seniors here in B.C. than other provinces states Mr. Lake. This should not come as a great surprise to this government as they have been selling B.C. as the Florida north for decades. What exactly was the government expecting when the doors were opened to invite all of Canada's retirees here? Any long term B.C. resident knows that quality health care is focused in major urban areas like Vancouver and Victoria. Living in B.C. and wanting good health care means being on the road for a good portion of that time. I doubt this was in the brochures when they were selling off quaint communities like Courtenay and other small towns to prospective retirees. What I do know is that my property assessment in Courtenay went up 30 per cent from last year. I have no doubt this is to pay for the brand new hospital which is being built to deal with the huge influx of people (the majority
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History in Hope 1955 From the police blotter During an ordinary month in 1955, the following cases had been tried and fines and sentences passed in Hope Police Court. Five persons charged with exceeding the speed limit were fined a total of $138.00. Eight First Nation members were fined a total of $137 for being intoxicated. Six persons charged with supplying liquor to First Nation members were fined a total of $510. 50. One First Nation member was charged for manufacturing home-brew and was fined a total of $13 and 55 bottles of home-brew confiscated. Three First Nation members charged with being in possession of liquor were fined a total of $51. Two firms for overloading axles were fined a total of $62. One person operating a motor vehicle without license plates was fined a total of $28. Four firms overloading trucks were fined a total of $109 and one case was dismissed. Four persons intoxicated in a public place were fined a total of $66. Two persons who failed to stop at Flood weigh scale were fined a total of $16. One person operating a motor vehicle contrary to driver's license restrictions was fined a total of $30.50. One person for violating a village traffic bylaw was fined a total of $30.50. One person for violating a Village traffic bylaw was fined a total of $8. One person for interfering with a registered trap line (poaching) was fined a total of $131. The same person for failing to have a trapper's license was fined another $28. Two juveniles were charged with breaking and entering the Kettle Valley station, and theft of Board of Trade offices and damage to Barker's car lot. One was placed on probation for one year and the other was sent to the Industrial school. Good chance of life on planets say scientists
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Although Mars is considered to be the only planet within our solar system capable of supporting life, according to the newest evidence, uncovered by science, there may be millions of other planets outside of our solar system. Any one of them, says the February Reader's Digest, might be inhabited by beings something like ourselves. Only a few simple organisms can exist long at a temperature as high as the boiling point of water, or under 10 below zero, says the article. To support any form of life similar to man, the atmosphere must contain oxygen and be free from lethal quantities of substances such as ammonia. Scientists now agree that no planet of our system, except possibly Mars, meets these conditions. Mercury, far smaller than Earth, has lost nearly all the atmosphere needed for life. Jupiter, Saturn,
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Uranus and Neptune, all much bigger than Earth, have poisonous atmospheres which rule out life. Pluto is too cold. And Venus, although surrounded by clouds which might mean water, almost certainly has a temperature above the boiling point and it is likely that cyclones and tornados rage continually over the whole surface. On Mars, however, temperatures are more like our own and there is good evidence of vegetation and moisture. Life on Mars is entirely possible, but the newest evidence indicates that it is “some form of of primitive plant life.” But outside our solar system, which though huge in itself, is merely a speck in the uncharted spaces of the universe — many modern astronomers believe there may be many millions of other planets with their own solar systems. And any one of them might support highly developed forms of life. “We cannot resist the conclusion,” states a famous British astronomer, “that life, though rare, is scattered throughout the universe wherever the conditions are favourable to it. Traditionalists Traditionalists, so called, in Canadian education will be heartened to find a prominent businessman squarely on their side. This is Mr. A.J.E. Child, vice-president and secretary-treasurer of Canada packers. Twenty-four years with that company, Mr. Child has seen many technically-able men fail to reach executive positions “because of a deficiency in educational background and a lack of breadth of outlook.” Specialized business and technical knowledge, he thinks, is best acquired after a man has started work. Before that, his time is better spent acquiring a basic education along the cultural lines, e.g. Honor Arts, Classics, English, History, Commerce, and Mathematics. Canada Packers welcomes graduates in such courses to its accounting and administrative staff. Most important in present-day business is a man's ability to express himself clearly and accurately. Says Mr. Child: “There are too few men who can write a letter or report with ease, with imaginative language, with appeal to the reader, and with no mistakes. The many who can not put forth his ideas and because of inability to express himself on paper is very seriously handicapped. The university man who has been exposed to a goodly amount of our literature, and perhaps to the grammatical and word-root practice of other languages, is in no such position.” Many businessmen will agree. A properly educated man can go further in a business which he enters knowing nothing about it than one who has trained for it at the expense of his education. If schools and universities would concentrate on producing people thoroughly grounded in the traditional subjects, business and industry would teach them whatever else they needed to know.
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machine, put in the Tide gel pod, turn it on at the largest load setting and leave. At some point I will remember to take the wet clothes out - hopefully before it smells weird. Sixth was adding fabric softener - either to the washer or dryer. I’ve never used the liquid kind, but I often use a fabric softener sheet. I ran out a couple months ago and miss them enough to think about adding them to the shopping list, but not enough to actually write it down so they’re remembered once I get to the store. Seventh said to dry the laundry as soon as the wash was finished, and to shake the clothes out before putting them in the dryer, apparently that makes them dry faster with fewer wrinkles. If only I could do that to my face. Eighth was the last on the list and instruct-
ed Daisy to fold or hang the clothes as soon as they’re dry to avoid wrinkling. My strategy has always been to throw the entire load into an empty hamper and wait until a few more hampers are full of clean clothes that everyone can rummage around in for days looking for whatever specific item they’re wanting. I recognize that immediately folding, hanging and putting the clothes where they belong is another way to go. I gave Daisy an outstanding grade because she’s far better at this laundry thing than I am. She even remembered to empty the lint collector before using the dryer. I think it’s time to pass the torch from the lazy laundress to the livelier one, and I look forward to her next home economics assignment. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
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My 12-year-old daughter had an assignment for her home economics class that required her to do two loads of laundry from start to finish, and have a parent rate each step on a scale from one to five. Overseeing Daisy’s eight steps of homework made me realize I’m lazy at laundry, and I’ve been doing it all wrong. First on the list was sorting piles, checking labels, emptying pockets and choosing which loads to wash first. Normally, I do none of that. My idea of sorting is dumping all the towels on the ground and throwing the rest in the washing machine until it’s full, but not so full it will break. Second entailed going through the clothes to look for stains, and pre-treat or soak wherever needed. Pre-treat and soak with what I wondered? There used to be a bottle of Spray ’N Wash on the shelf, but someone must have used it because it hasn’t been there for ages. Third was selecting the water temperature and level, and adjusting the size setting, so no water would be wasted on a small load of wash. I can’t even fathom a small load of wash. Not since I had children, anyway. Also mentioned was the task of separating darks from lights. I do remember doing that once upon a time. I’m not sure why or when that stopped, but I don’t recall noticing a difference in the results. Fourth was instructions about measuring detergent. That reminded me of the time when I was a kid and I put in way too much powder and the laundry soap started overflowing out the top and sides of the machine and all over the floor, filling up the room so high I had bubbles up to my neck. Or that might have been an episode of Brady Bunch. It’s all a blur. Fifth was about loading clothes with the right side out, unless Daisy was wanting to protect a print design. Normally, I do not give this any thought whatsoever. I scoop out the contents of the hamper, throw it into the
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Ticker, who is on a course of antibiotics as a preventative measure and awaiting neuter surgery, is available for adoption and is now, of course, tick-free. Other parasites, such as fleas and lice, can also be problematic for pets and humans if not properly addressed, Wilson adds. “Unlike lice, which are species-specific, fleas and ticks don’t discriminate – they’ll latch onto anything with a heartbeat.”
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over time as BC Hydro rates increase. It's a good deal considering the increasingly poor and volatile returns my pension fund earned in the stock market this year, and better than investing in low interest GICs or bonds. And it may get even better, since a similar project on Salt Spring Island produced 10 per cent more energy than anticipated. As well, I have a 25 year warranty again; nobody, gets that growing strawberries. So, step up and invest in solar energy to provide the non-carbon renewable energy needed to replace fossil fuels, which all world governments agree must be done. Your positive action on climate change will visibly demonstrate to any hesitant politician, or citizen, that you support a non-carbon future.
In my solar garden, I grow food energy in the form of strawberries; but, I also grow raw energy in the form of electricity. And then I sell that electrical energy, just like strawberries—well, maybe if I had time to attend farmers markets. Photons of energy stream from the sun to create those strawberries, using the process of photosynthesis. This fantastic evolutionary leap allowed agriculture to jump-start our prosperous society, with cheap energy from fossil fuels needed to power our machines. But energy from fossil fuels turns out to be the biggest Catch 22 in history. Because, while these fuels created prosperity, they are destroying our climate. And the resulting catastrophic storms will eventually destroy our society. So yes, we have prospered; but yes, we planted the seeds of an unsustainable economy and lifestyle. One big solution to minimize damage from climate change is to use the sun’s energy for more than just growing food. More solar energy falls on earth in a single hour than all the fossil fuel energy used globally in a year. On June 9, 2014, Germany produced a record 50 per cent of its electricity from solar and yet it gets less sunshine than B.C. You and I should use the sun's abundant photons to electrify our entire lives, implement electric cars for transport, electric heat pumps for homes, and electric machines for industry. In the Lower Mainland, citizens will spend over one billion dollars on energy over the next decade - that means exporting a lot of jobs. But, if we go solar, we will create more local jobs than with any other energy source. So, I encourage you to take the next big step towards sustainability. Consider using your backyard garden, or roof top, to transfer the sun’s energy into renewable electricity using a proven and inexpensive technology—solar panels. Then, importantly, use that extra electricity to replace your use of fossil fuels. Unlike my strawberries, there is a side benefit to BC Hydro’s net metering system that allows you to sell any excess electricity and to make a profit. Not convinced yet? Well, B.C. has considerable hydro-electric power, but generally hydro has a higher carbon footprint than solar, and higher distribution costs. In any case, we will need a lot more renewable power to transform into a non-carbon economy; preferably, using citizen-owned, cheap and local energy. Right now, you and I can make solar energy cheaper than can the Site C dam project when, and if, it comes on stream. Solar energy is compatible with BC Hydro's electrical grid system, and will be needed as glacial waters and reservoirs run dry due to climate change. Solar may even replace existing imports of energy from coalburning power stations (10 per cent of B.C.'s electricity comes from Alberta's coal.) However, many people cannot make solar electricity on their own, perhaps they don't have a suitable rooftop or backyard, or lack money to make that initial investment. So what to do? Does this work in a Hope concept? We are forming a group called Solar Cowichan to help people invest in solar energy. The concept is simple; form a social enterprise group, perhaps a co-op, that allows members to invest as much as they can afford in solar panels on residential or commercial sites. This group would install solar panels installed on suitable property, collect money earned from the sale of electricity, and redistribute it to shareholders. To test the economics of this concept, and frankly to put my money where my mouth is, I utilized a bit of my garden, as well as a slope on its south side to install 192 solar panels. It took about 35 x 25 metres or about 1/10 of a hectare. But it will produce about 50,000 kWh of energy per year, which is 3 to 5 times the amount most homes consume. I contracted this project to a local company, Viridian Energy Co-op, as a personal investment - transferring about $145,000 from my pension fund. The energy produced will give me a saving on my home's electric bill of about $2,000 per year as I will no longer pay BC Hydro's Tier 2 rate of about 12.4 cents per kWh. Hydro will also pay about $3,500/year for my excess electricity at 9.9 cents per kWh. So electricity flows from my solar panels into my home (my Tier 2 savings), or into Hydro's grid and their cheque flows back to me by mail (my cash revenue) - hey, a lot easier than selling strawberries. Combining this saving and revenue gets me to $5,500, and because I save dollars already taxed, I proj01/16OS_CDFP21 ect about a 4 per cent return in the first year, increasing
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Taking science on the road Greg Laychak Black Press Pop bottle rockets, airless vacuums and plenty of antics might be de rigueur for visitors exploring the nooks of Vancouver’s Science World. But not everyone is fortunate enough to make the trip to the big city, so the organization’s 'On The Road' program engages schools in more distant communities to present science demos. “I think it’s a good thing that they get the spirit and knowledge from Science World,� said science facilitator Ross Langill at Silver Creek elementar y Thursday afternoon, after a presentation to youngsters in the gymnasium. “Not everybody can afford to come to us.� According to Science World, the program— currently on its rounds through Fraser Valley East—is meant to “pique science curiosity, boost science literacy, and inspire future science and technology leaders across B.C.� In addition to Silver Creek elementary, the 'On the Road' team visited Agassiz Christian, Seabird Island community school, Boston Bar elementary, Coquihalla Elementary, Mission and Harrison Hot Springs.
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and to inspire future science and technology leaders.� The 'On The Road' program ran for seven years from 2005 to 2012 with support from the government and donors. During that time the program reached more than 1.3 million British
“This year, in order to get back out on the road, Science World chose to redirect funds internally so that we could return to communities around British Columbia,� according to a press release. “If only in a modest way, to pique science curiosity, boost science literacy,
Columbians, including more than one million students in schools from kindergarten to Grade 12. The team made more than 1,000 visits to communities large and small across B.C., including Dease Lake, Toad River, Uclulet and Haida Gwaii.
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Kicking retirement savings into high gear Carla Hindman Financial Expert
Those in their twenties or thirties have several decades for their savings to grow, but if you're already in your forties or fifties, and don't have a plan in place, you'll need to save more aggressively to make up for lost time.
As we welcome a brand New Year there's no better time than right now to start planning and saving for your retirement. Today more than half of Canadians admit to not feeling financially prepared for retirement, and only one third of Canadians actually have a plan in place to meet their retirement needs, which is a dire situation to find oneself in, during those golden years.
Here are a few tips to kick your retirement savings efforts into high gear this year:
Maximize your savings. There are several financial tools available to help maximize your current savings. Everything from Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) and GICs, to Mutual Funds and stocks are all part of the assortment of products available today. In addition to these options, consider opening a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) if you haven't done so already. An RRSP is a retirement savings program, registered by the Canada Revenue Agency, which commonly allows your contributions to grow tax free as long as the funds remain in the plan. According to Statistics Canada, in 2012 just 23.7 per cent of Canadian tax filers contributed to an RRSP. One way to increase your RRSP is to determine whether other investments such as Canada Savings Bonds, Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC's) and publically traded stocks and bonds, are eligible for transfer into RRSP in lieu of cash. You may need to check with a financial profesThe use of pesticides is intended within the area to which the Pest Management Plan (PMP) applies. sional to determine whether it would be beneficial to transfer such assets, from both a retirement The purpose of the proposed PMP is to control vegetation under, above and near BC Hydro’s power lines in planning and a taxation standpoint. For more order to maintain the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to our customers. This plan applies to all areas of information on RRSPs, visit the Canada Revenue Agency website. British Columbia where BC Hydro manages its transmission and distribution system and associated power line Some employers offer corporate-matching on corridors, access roads and helipads. RRSP contributions, which can add hundreds or even thousands of free dollars to your account The proposed duration of the PMP is from April 2016 to April 2021. every year. Take advantage of these matching contributions to build up your current savings. If findVegetation incompatible with the operation of the power system will be controlled using: physical (manual ing more money to contribute is a problem, make brushing, mowing, girdling, grooming, pruning, tree removal), cultural (compatible land use), biological a pledge to put your next pay increase directly into your plan. (release of parasitic insects to control invasive plants), and chemical (herbicide application) techniques,
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or any combination of these methods. The active ingredients and trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
aminocyclopyrachlor and metsulfuron-methyl – Navius or equivalent aminopyralid – Milestone or equivalent aminopyralid and metsulfuron-methyl – ClearView or equivalent aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl, and fluroxypyr – Sightline or equivalent aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl and triclopyr – Clearview Brush or equivalent Chondrostereum purpureum – Chontrol or equivalent clopyralid – Lontrel or equivalent diflufenzopyr and dicamba – Distinct, Overdrive, or equivalent glyphosate – Vantage, Vision or equivalent imazapyr – Arsenal Powerline or equivalent metsulfuron-methyl – Escort or equivalent picloram and 2,4-D – Aspect or equivalent triclopyr – Garlon products or equivalent 2,4-D – LV700 or equivalent
Adjuvant products may also be combined on occasion with an herbicide to improve its effectiveness, such as: nonylphenoxy polyethoxy ethanol – Agral 90, paraffinic oils – Gateway, octadec-9-enoic acid as methyl and ethyl esters – Hasten NT, or siloxylated polyether – Xiameter or equivalents. The proposed methods for applying herbicides include: cut surface, basal bark, backpack foliar (low pressure spray), mechanical foliar (boom, nozzle, powerhose, or wick), or injection (hack and squirt, lance or syringe) techniques.
Take Financial Inventory Many people don't know their net worth, or how much money they'll need at retirement- some experts say at least 60-80 per cent of current income is necessary to maintain your current lifestyle after you stop working. In order to determine how much you'll need throughout your retirement years, start by reviewing your Canadian Pension Plan (CPP), RRSPs, savings accounts and assets. Once you have completed this inventory, enter these amounts into an online retirement calculator to roughly estimate how much money you'll need to retire comfortably. Practical Money Skills offers a retirement calculator to help you start thinking about your retirement financial well-being. Check out the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC)'s website for a list of possible retirement income sources that may be available to you. Consider downsizing Once your kids are all grown up and moved out, consider downsizing to a smaller, less expensive home. This will allow you to invest some of your current home's equity for retirement, as well as pay less for utilities, property taxes, home repairs and other expenses. Delay retirement
A draft copy of the proposed PMP is available at bchydro.com/pestplanforcorridors. Alternatively, it’s available in person at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby; 1401 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon; 18475 128 Street, Surrey; 400 Madsen Road, Nanaimo; 3333 22 Avenue, Prince George. BC Hydro, the applicant for the proposed PMP, is located at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby, B.C., V3N 4X8. Please contact Tom Wells, Vegetation Program Manager, at 604 516 8943 or thomas.wells@bchydro.com for more information. A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant at the above address within 30 days of the publication notice.
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In this day and age people typically live much longer than their parents so their retirement savings will need to last longer. By delaying retirement a few years or at least working part time, your savings can grow considerably before you need them. Plus, the longer you delay tapping into your Canada Pension Plan benefits, the larger your monthly payout. One last suggestion Once you've settled on what you think will be a sufficient retirement budget, try living on it for a few months first before retiring to make sure it actually works. Carla Hindman directs the Practical Money Skills program for Visa Canada. More budgeting and personal finance tips can be found at www.practicalmoneyskills.ca. As always, consult a financial professional regarding your particular situation.
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General Motors of Canada will pay two biweekly lease payments as defined on the lease agreement (inclusive of taxes and any applicable pro-rata amount normally due at lease delivery as defined on the lease agreement). After the first two biweekly payments, lessee will be required to make all remaining scheduled payments over the remaining term of the lease agreement. PPSA/RDPRM is not due. Consumer may be required to pay Dealer Fees. Insurance, license, and applicable taxes not included. Additional conditions and limitations apply. GM reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Lease based on a purchase price of $13,564, including $446 Owner Cash (tax exclusive) and $3,500 lease cash for a new eligible 2016 Cruze Limited LS (1SA). Bi-weekly payment is $66 for 24 months at 0% APR, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. 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In mid-April of 2015, The Hope Standard, had the distinct opportunity to meet up with life-enthusiast and former olympian Steve O'Brien president of the Steve O'Brien Foundation. O'Brien had just begun his lengthy and innovative Cross Canada tour on April 12, for all the kids across the country, in an effort to bring awareness about School Perseverance. The Standard, was notably the first media-outlet to grant O'Brien an interview. The life-enthusiast, has an infectious nature about him, and a passion for children that is unique; a passion, that spurred him to make his way through every province, while trying his hand at 12 different disciplines, determined by a wish list made by school kids; including, a scooter, inline skates, a long board, a pogo stick, a wheelchair and cross country skis, amongst his select favourites. Though fraught with challenges, the determined frenchman made
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Olympian inspiration finishes cross country tour his way through various modes of terrain, meeting bright and smiling faces along the way and encountering more love and enthusiasm, then he had ever dreamed possible. O'Brien completed his tour on December 8, in St. John's Newfoundland, and through rain and snow held his own against the conspiring elements of nature, as well as testing his own physical mettle, and pushing himself to the limit. The adventurous advocate for the educational necessities of children and sport crusader's message was simple. “This relay was conceived to bring everyone together, regardless of gender, culture, or physical ability — we are all equal and all united,” said O'Brien “Hope is special though, because Hope was the first place that granted me an interview.” O'Brien's next adventure is slated to begin in late April of 2016, with the National Relay for Youth and the honourable goal to accumulate more kilometres than the 13, 225kms that he completed during his 2015 Cross Canada Relay. “Thank you for being part of a project I hold close to my heart, our youth, and the future of tomorrow.”
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Sports A classic ‘All-Star’ hails from Hope Barry Stewart Hope Standard He’s Hope Minor Hockey’s most famous product — and he’s set to add one more notch to his memory stick in a sport he learned to love at the local rink and on the streets of Hope. Jeff Hoggan has been chosen as a playing captain for the American Hockey League’s All-Star Classic, February 1 in Syracuse, New York. Hoggan, in his fourth year of wearing the C for the Grand Rapids Griffins, will serve as captain of the Western Conference all-stars. Hoggan’s coach, Todd Nelson said last Friday, "Jeff is a consummate professional. There's a reason why he's been playing hockey all these years and there's a reason why he's a big part of our hockey team: he's a great captain, a great leader in our room — and he's very valuable to us. Seeing him get the chance to play in an all-star game is a tremendous honor and well-deserved." Catching up on his e-mail, Sunday evening, Hoggan said he heard about the selection from the league president, Dave Andrews. “He called to inform me of the honour and my immediate feelings were of appreciation,” said Hoggan. “You play this game long enough and you realize how fast the game can pass you by. At this age (37) I'm grateful for every day I get to work with the Red Wings’ top prospects and am certainly going to relish a moment to be recognized in an allstar appearance and skate with the next wave of top-end players that will move on from this league to the NHL. “I typically view the All-Star break as a chance to spend time with my family, to rest, recover and recharge — if that's even possible with three boys under age seven — but this isn't something you pass up. “We'll be taking the whole crew to New York to enjoy together, which makes it even more special.” Hoggan and his wife Chevonne have three sons, Hunter, Cam and Quinn. Hoggan’s parents, Gerry and Ann will be staying home in BARRY STEWART/ THE STANDARD Hope, watching the game on TV, or via the internet. There have been lots of congratulations Jeff Hoggan (above) has been chosen to play for the American Hockey League’s All-Star Classic in Syracuse on February 1, New York. from his family and friends — but one his “It was such an amazing experience for both more so by taking pride in working hard and “Believe me, it's not a pleasant thought havmost devoted followers, Darwin Ortis, wants ing to chase around the top skill guys of this to be there to see his friend skate in his first of us,” said Ortis. “The way he is respected leading by example. and viewed as a role model in that community “I've been keen to learn from successful league with that much open ice. I can still skate professional all-star game. “I cannot miss a chance to see a guy that wasn’t what I expected. He's the face of that leaders throughout my career, observing those with most in north and south directions — but that are winners and respected amongst their I may have to pull out a crafty-old-guy hook grew up in our little town, play at something franchise. “I remember him as the kid we’d play street peers. There's a long list of people to give credit or trip when these kids start dangling left and as special as this,” said Ortis, Sunday. “To actually play in an all-star game for a league hockey with all day — him and his brothers. It to for teaching me things — some directly, right — kidding, of course. “My offensive strategy is to align myself with that is arguably the second best league in the was always a matter of time before a Hoggan some without even saying a word. You never world? It’s pretty unreal when you think about brother donnybrook would break out and the stop learning in this game. Being open-minded two dominant young guys and just pass them rest of us would scatter. to others’ input, no matter how smart a vet- the puck.” his path. “To see what he has become first hand was eran you think you are, is a big reason I'm still Hoggan says he isn’t necessarily alluding to “I just think it says so much about him and his family, to work this hard and to still very special. My wife signed off on another around to receive this honour and opportu- retirement when he says, “Knowing my playing nity,” said the left-winger. days are coming to end, I'm just going soak it be playing after all these years. It’s remark- father-son trip. Another reason to celebrate on All-Star day; Like the NHL’s 2016 all-star game, the AHL all in with a smile. able, really. My son Ryan wears number 10 is changing from the normal 5-on-5 format “I'm just taking it day by day and time will (Hoggan’s number) for hockey and baseball it’s Hoggan’s 38th birthday. “I can't say I've always been a leader, as I this year. There will be four teams in a round- tell. It's been a great run and ending it on your and thinks it’s pretty cool that he knows a prothink you continue to grow as person and robin tournament, playing 4-on-4 for 9-minute own terms and not by someone’s on the busifessional hockey player.” Ortis and son flew out to Grand Rapids to player along the way,” said Hoggan. “Sure, I games. The winners go on to a 6-minute final ness side, is something every player would like see Hoggan play, last season. wore a letter in junior and at college — but game of 3-on-3. to do.”
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ......... 1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS.. 9-57 TRAVEL .................................61-76 CHILDREN............................. 80-98 EMPLOYMENT .................... 102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES............ 203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK............... 453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE .... 503-587 REAL ESTATE ..................... 603-696 RENTALS .......................... 703-757 AUTOMOTIVE.................... 804-862 MARINE ........................... 903-920
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INFORMATION
2016 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis
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HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS in huge demand. Employers prefer CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Contact us now to start your training day. www.canscribe.com 1.800.466.1535 info@canscribe.com
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING CLASS 1 DRIVER
SUTCO seeks Class 1 Driver with Super B experience for Chilliwack based chip hauling. Shift work, extended benefits, pension plan and more. Visit www.sutco.ca, email resume and abstract to careers@sutco.ca or fax to (778) 754-4025
SEE POLAR BEARS, Walrus and Whales on our Arctic Explorer Voyage next summer. SAVE 15% With Our Winter Sale for a Limited Time. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-800-363-7566 or visit www.adventurecanada.com (TICO#04001400)
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CHILDCARE
CHILD & YOUTH CARE WORKER The HCOS SE Dept needs a CARE Team Associate to work with our special needs students and their families. Approx 20 hrs/week, starting at $20/hr. A detailed job description and online application form can be found at www.onlineschool.ca/about-us/careers-at-hcos/.
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INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certification proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today!
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ADMINISTRATION
HOPE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE is looking for an Administrative Assistant for full job posting go to www.hopechamber.net
Thank you for your support
HELP WANTED
The HCOS SE Dept needs a CARE Team Associate to work with our special needs students and their families in the Lower Mainland. Approx 20 hrs./week, starting at $20/hr. Detailed job description & online application form can be found at: www.onlineschool.ca Click About Us, then Scroll To Careers at HCOS
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking/Dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply today For Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.
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OBITUARIES
UYEDE, Peggy Shigeko
June 09, 1932 – January 06, 2016 Peggy was born in Steveston, BC and passed away in Hope BC. She is survived by her daughter Wendy, brother Hiro (Gladys), sister Martha (Evy), numerous nieces and nephews and many loving members of the Uyede family. Predeceased by her husband of 50 years Hisakazu , sister Elaine, and parents Ikumatsua & Han Honda. Peggy grew up in Greenwood BC, and attended business courses in Nelson BC. She married “His” in March 1955 and they moved to Hope. Peggy worked at the Bank of Montreal, retiring in 1992. She was known for her love of baking, cross stitch and crafts, gardening, bowling and the occasional casino trip. When His became ill, she cared for him at home until his passing in 2005. For nearly 10 years Peggy fought cancer. She will be remembered for her strength, quiet manner and smile. Special thanks to Dr Robert Winston, the Doctors and nurses at Abbotsford Cancer Center. Dr Razouki, nurses and staff at Fraser Canyon Hospital as well as Hope Home Health and Support nurses. Kodin gratefully declined, if so desired, donations may be made in Peggy’s name to: http://donate.bccancerfoundation.com/goto/peggyuyede Memorial service to be announced at a later date.
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HELP WANTED
LOCAL, Reputable, Craft Manufacturing Company looking for Reliable Subcontractors. Work from home. Training provided at our Mission office at no cost to you. Call 604-8264651 and leave your name and number ONLY. We return all calls in the order they are received.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
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It is with a heavy heart that the family of Robert Philip Leon announces that he passed away on January 4th, 2016 at the Fraser Canyon Hospital in Hope, BC. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and a wonderful friend to many. He will be deeply missed. Robert succumbed to the side effects of the chemotherapy they were using to try and annihilate the cancer that was racing through his body. He had his family with him and he went peacefully and without pain, for that we are forever grateful. We will be holding a Celebration of Life on January 23, 2016 at the Hope BC Royal Canadian Legion at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Cancer Foundation would be appreciated.
SULLIVAN (Hodge), Shirley Ann October 26, 1935 - January 14, 2016
On the early afternoon of January 14th Shirley Ann Sullivan (Hodge) was reunited with husband George, son Murray and infant daughter Sherry Ann. Her parents Louise and Bert, sisters Doreen, Lucille and sister in-law Daryl were there to greet her as well. While the rest of us mourn in her passing, we will delight in our wonderful memories. Lovingly survived by her children Brian (Shirley), Barbra (Verne), Sandra, Susan (Garry) and Mike. Her 10 grandchildren will hold her memory dearly and her 2 great grand daughters will grow up delighted with stories of her. Shirley will be forever remembered by brother Doug (Shirley), sister Sandra (Gordon), brothers in-law Glen (Heather) and Ralph, many nieces, nephews and extended family. A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held Sunday January 24th at 2pm in the Hope Legion. Flowers or a donation in Shirley’s name to the Fraser Canyon Hospice Society are appreciated. “Never say Good-Bye, Just say So Long”
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 1250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944 THE CRA now has A DUTY OF CARE and is ACCOUNTABLE to CANADIAN TAX PAYERS.
Wanted Heavy Industrial Sales Representative Required for Western Canadian lubricants co. to call on mining, railroads, concrete & cement. High travel. Should have B.Sc. or B.Eng. or Dip.T. and sales experience. Salary of up to $100K for the right individual, plus 10% commission, benefits, car and expenses.
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Fax resume: 604-888-1145 or dwoo@fuchs.com
142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS CREDIT Union in Abbotsford seeks full time Member Service Representative. We are seeking a mature, outgoing, multi-tasker dedicated to providing a high level of quality service. A minimum of Grade 12 education, computer skills and the ability to work in an often fast paced team environment and to adapt to new technologies. Please forward resume and hand-written covering letter to: msrposting@gmail.com
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
www.bccollegeofoptics.ca BC College Optics 604.581.0101
Call 604-869-2421
Fraser Hope Lodge
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
Memorial Fund Donation envelopes can be picked up at the Fraser Canyon Hospital Gift Shop and Fraser Hope Lodge info board. All donations will be solely used to purchase equipment for our local hospital and lodge. Donations will be receipted and an inscribed card will be sent to the bereaved.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
Full-time licensed Autobody Technician required immediately by busy Import Dealership in the sunny Okanagan. Candidate must hold a valid Autobody ticket. This is a full time, permanent position. Includes Benefits and an aggressive wage package. Resumes to Bodyshop Manager bodyshop@hilltopsubaru.com or http://www.hilltopsubaru.com/employment-opportunities.htm
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Vantage Way 7979 Vantage Way, Delta, V4G 1A6
Pressroom Helpers/ Stackers We have several openings for Press Helpers/ Stackers at our Delta location. Preference given to those with experience in this field, but is not necessary. Shifts are 12 hours/3 shifts per week or 9.5 hours/4 shifts per week. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. References required. Starting wage is $14.31/hr. Interested applicants should email their resume and references to Linda Wischoff at: lwischoff@blackpress.ca Competition closes: February 10, 2016 We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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New Mt. Lehman location seeking: • COOKS • LINE COOKS • SERVERS • SERVER ASSISTANTS • HOSTS/HOSTESSES • BARTENDERS At Denny’s we value great skills. If you are looking for a fun and rewarding career we want to meet you! Visit us at our new location at 2950 Mount Lehman Road, Abbotsford (in the new Sandman Hotel), and let’s talk about your bright future with us. Or apply with email to: careers@dennys.ca
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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 don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
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PETS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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PRECISION EXTERIORS, roofing, siding, windows, doors and more. WCB insured. Call (604)750-8025 DRAIANGE problems? Wet basement ? We repair and replace perimeter drain tile as well as water proof foundations. 10 years in the business. Owner operator with all the equipment to complete your job in a neat and timely fashion. Quality work done at reasonable rates! All work comes with a guarantee call Mike at Groundhog for your free quote today. Mike. **778-2337499**
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LANDSCAPING
GLEN TRAUN LANDSCAPING, Commercial & Residential yard maintenance. Call 604-869-2767
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MOVING & STORAGE
INTEGRITY MOVERS, moving & delivery services. We’re not satisfied until you are. (604)860-5277
329 PAINTING & DECORATING . Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046
www.paintspecial.com
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778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs
CARPENTRY
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
L.HISLOP CONTRACTING, custom woodworking solutions, complete renovations. Call 604-869-3449
2 coats any colour
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls
604-869-2421...Call Us Now!
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CONTRACTORS
BARCLAY FLETCHER CONTRACTING, complete home reno’s, additions & more. (604)869-1686
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ELECTRICAL
KENLIN ELECTRIC, residential, rural, commercial, new construction, reno’s. Call (604)860-8605
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Cloverdale High Performance paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
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PLUMBING
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
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CANYON CARPETS, 326 Wallace St., Hope. For all your floor covering needs! Call 604-869-2727
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FRASER CANYON GLASS, for all your glass repairs, windshields domestic & imports. (604)869-9514
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
PETS
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
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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
PETS
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HELP WANTED
The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profit organization which provides programs and services to individuals affected by social issues. The Society is seeking applications for the position Staff Relief (permanent) at the Jean Scott Transition House. The preferred candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications: • Knowledge and understanding of support and crisis counseling related to family violence issues. • The ability to demonstrate assertiveness along with both professional and personal boundaries. • Excellent verbal and written communication with the staff team, including conflict resolution. • Efficient time, organizational and stress-management skills. • Flexibility and ability to assimilate into the staff team, along with being able to work independently with little or no supervision and be comfortable working alone • Must be willing to work a variety of shifts and carry a cell phone. • Ability to pass and maintain security clearance, carry a valid driver’s license and have a dependable vehicle.
The Hope and Area Transition Society Att: H. Garfield-Manager Box 1761 Hope, BC V0X 1L0 www.hopetransition.org
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Along with resume send a letter of interest indicating how you meet the qualifications stated above to:
Closing Date: January 21, 2016 Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
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TRUCKS & VANS
MISC. FOR SALE
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.
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MISC. WANTED
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
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KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666
RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO
HOPE, 1 & 2 BEDROOM APT., for rent $575 - $650, Park Royal, heat & hot water inc., balcony, covered parking, 55, NP, NS. Best Loc Hope. Ref’s required. Call (604)860-0236 Linda or (604) 8251444 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 HOPE,
STAFF RELIEF
HOPE AUTO BODY, complete collision repair & restoration. www.hopeautobody.ca Call (604)869-5244
This week’s puzzle answers!
REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca
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AUTO SERVICES
CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment
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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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
WINDOWS
LLOYD’S UTILITIES, gas, oil & propane furnaces, class A gas fitter. (604)869-1111 or (604)869-6544
HELP WANTED
PETS
UPHOLSTERY
ROGER’S UPHOLSTERY, furniture, windows, fabric, in-home & online estimates. Call 604-860-0939
TRANSPORTATION
2 bdrm apt in Hope. Brand new flooring, paint, spotless! Gas f/p, balcony, storage & res. caretaker in adult-oriented quiet and safe building. No pets, no smoking or loud noise permitted. Refs. required. Avail. now $895 p/m 604-860-4559 HOPE, extra large 1 bdrm apt in newer building in downtown. W/D, A/C, garburator, secure, priv. balcony, covered parking, N/S, no party, suit. for mature or seniors. Call 604-860-0448
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
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#672. $6,900. 2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan loaded, auto STK#687 $6,900. 2006 HONDA CRV AWD auto, leather seats, fully loaded. STK#757 $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.
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 HOPE; New house, 2 bdrms, 2 bath 2 car garage, gated comm. NS/NP, Ref’s. $1200 + utils. 604-782-4239
Financing Available
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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
EXTRA INCOME Classified ads are a direct line to extra income. Somewhere there is a buyer for the things you no longer want or need. blackpressused.ca 604-869-2421
MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2016 AT 7:00 PM IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MUNICIPAL HALL Council will hear the views of the public at the above referenced meeting in order to assist them in deciding whether the proposed amendment bylaw should proceed.
INTENT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT BYLAW To rezone the property at 19700 Klassen Road from Rural (RU-1) to Light/ Service Industrial (I-2) in order to permit a truck stop and associated uses.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY
(see location map below) Lot B Plan 31084 Except Plan 39120, PID 001-775-782, 19700 Klassen Road
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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.
HOPE, 1 bdrm duplex, 4 appl, central location, N/S, small pet OK. $650/mo + util. Call (604)860-5500
to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1367 for the property at 19700 Klassen Rd.
www.keytrackautosales.ca
Inspection of Documents If you consider that this proposed bylaw amendment affects you or your property, you have the right to: • Inspect the staff report and the proposed amendment bylaw at the District of Hope Municipal Hall during regular office hours. The Municipal Hall is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays. • View the staff report and the proposed amendment bylaw presented to Council at the December 14, 2015 meeting available on the District of Hope’s website at www.hope.ca. • Submit your views and comments to the District of Hope by letter, fax or e-mail before 12:00 noon on Monday, January 25, 2016 and/or attend the Public Hearing to make your views known to Council when the Mayor asks for comments from the public. John Fortoloczky, Chief Administrative Officer
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Thursday, January 21, 2016 The Hope Standard
~% APR Purchase Financing is available on select 2015/2016 Mazdas. Terms vary by model. Based on a representative agreement using an ollered pricing ol $25,015 lor the new 2016 CX-5 GX (NVXK66AAOO), the cost ol borrowing lor a 48-month term is SO, monthly payment is $521 and totallinance obligation is $25,015. *lease oilers available on approved credit lor new 2016 Mazda3 G (04GK66AA00)/2016 CX-3 GX (HVXK86AA00)/2016 CX-5 GX (NVXK66AA00) with a lease APR ol2.79%/3.49%/1.69% and bi-weekly payments ol $87/$125/$1371or 60 months, the total lease obligation is $11,367/$17,199/$17,794 including down payment ol S0/$900/$0. $76.77 PPSA and lirst monthly payment due at lease inception. 20,000 km lease allowance per year, if exceeded, additional 8C/km applies. 24,000 km leases available. Offered leasing available to retail customers only. Taxes extra. tStarting from price for 2016 Mazda3 G (04GK66AA00)/2016 CX-5 GX AT AWD (NXXK86AB00)/2016 CX-3 GX AWD (HXXK86AA00) is $16,770/$28,965/$24,715 and includes a cash discount of $500/$1,250/SO. The cash discount applies to the cash purchase only and is deducled from the negotiated pre-tax price and cannot be combined with subsidized purchase financing or leasing rates. All prices include $25 new tire charge, $100 a/c charge where applicable, freight & PDI of $1,695/$1,895 for Mazda3/CX·3, CX-5. As shown, price for 2016 Mazda3 GT (D4Tl66AA00)/2016 CX-3 GT (HXTK86AA00)/2016 CX-5 GT (NXTLB6AAOO) is $27,470/$31,315/$37,215. PPSA, licence, insurance, taxes, down payment (or equivalent trade-in) are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. lease and Finance on approved credit for qualified customers
45018 Yale Rd. West, Chilliwack
604-795-3700
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SALES HOURS: MON - THURS 8:30AM - 7PM FRI & SAT 8:30 - 6 PM
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only. Offers valid January 5 • February I, 2016, while supplies last. Prices and rates subjecl to change without notice. Visit mazda.ca or see your dealer for complete details. ‘To learn more about the Mazda Unlimited Warranty, go to mazdaunlimited.ca. i·Activ AWD feature is not available on Mazda3 models.