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he B.C. Civil Liberties Association is hoping the recent suspension of a controversial Mission bylaw will set a major precedent in British Columbia. On Monday, Mission district council suspended its Controlled Substance Property Bylaw for one month so it can undergo a review amidst a wave of protest from citizens who say they have been unfairly targeted by the bylaw and handed inspection fees upwards of $5,200. The bylaw grants the district’s Public Safety Inspection Team the ability to inspect homes that are consuming more than 93 kilowatts of electricity a day. The bylaw was instituted to help reduce the number of marijuana grow operations in Mission. A class-action lawsuit on behalf of several Mission residents who had their properties inspected – without a trace of a marijuana grow operation – is expected to be filed any day now. Micheal Vonn, policy director of the BCCLA, said she expects this case could set the standard for how municipalities and police forces implement and enforce similar bylaws existing now and in the future. “We’re counting on it,” she told the Abbotsford-Mission Times. “Part of the reason we are very, very keen to see there will be legal action undertaken, given that council has

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bbotsford’s housing market is “severely unaffordable,” according to a recent survey of 325 international cities. The Seventh Annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey: 2011, released Monday by Winnipeg-based Frontier Centre for Public Policy, ranked Abbotsford 297th out of 325 cities in seven different English-speaking countries when it came to affordable housing. The report cited the median price of housing ($402,000) and the median household income ($62,300) as the main reasons why real estate in the Fraser Valley’s largest city is so unaffordable. The report included three other B.C. cities: Vancouver, Victoria and Kelowna, all of which were also deemed “severely unaffordable.”

WORLDWIDE STUDY RANKS ABBY 297th OUT OF 325 Robyn Adamache, Metro Vancouver’s senior market analyst for Canada Mortgage and Housing, said the figures did not come as a surprise. “B.C., and in particular the Lower Mainland, has always had the highest home prices in the country, so it’s no big change from anything that has happened in the past,” said Adamache. “Affordability is really the biggest challenge for first-time home buyers.” But there may be hope for people interested in setting up camp in Abbotsford. The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board is forecasting housing prices to drop by one per cent in 2011, compared to the six per cent increase in prices in 2010. “We are expecting that price growth will be a little bit more muted in the year ahead,”

said Adamache. While housing prices are expected to drop in the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford also enjoys lower annual income levels in order to qualify for a mortgage. According to Adamache, the annual income to qualify for an average mortgage in Abbotsford is $40,000 a year. In Vancouver, however, the annual income to qualify for a mortgage is more than double that. She said that trend will continue based on the fact Vancouver is viewed as a world-class city in an area that poses eventual restrictions on housing development given its proximity to the ocean, mountains, U.S. border and agricultural land reserve. Adamache added Vancouver’s geographic issues are also seen in Abbotsford.

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he Fraser Valley Regional District is re-examining its services and is optimistic it can appease the City of Abbotsford, which is now taking steps to extract itself from the organization.

APD detective says charges could shake gang underworld “ . . . a real eye-opener for the community at large to see that there are people out there planning and deliberating over people’s murders.”

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Briefly Cops net boat, guns, drugs in bust Abbotsford Police seized a cache of goods, cash, and guns during a raid of an Abbotsford home on Monday. Officers serving a warrant at a home in the 2200 block of Sentinel Drive discovered a small marijuana grow-op, six guns and $4,000 cash, said Const. Ian MacDonald. Police also confiscated two dirt bikes, a street bike and a Maxim ski boat, which all had identification numbers that had been tampered with. Investigators are working to determine if the goods have been stolen, said MacDonald. A 28-year-old man residing at the home is facing drugs and weapons charges and is expected to appear in Abbotsford provincial court in March. – ROCHELLE BAKER/TIMES

Grade 7 students at Abbotsford Middle School, including Maddison Wall, front, and Paige Cross, left, take refuge under their desks Wednesday during the two minute province-wide Great B.C. Shakeout. The inaugural earthquake drill saw students in eight Abbotsford schools (and more than 700 schools in B.C.) practice the ‘drop, cover and hold on’ technique.

develop grassroots support in communities, even with its critics, and maintain a working and collaborative approach with caucus. “I’ve always demonstrated the capacity to work with others,” said Abbott, whose leadership bid is currently backed by 17 MLAs, including Abbotsford-South MLA John van Dongen. Tw o m o r e M L A s a r e expected to announce their support of his campaign in the coming days. Caucus support is not the single measure of a successful government, but “it certainly helps,” said Abbott. He also stressed the need to refocus on B.C.’s resource

FVRD chair Patricia Ross said the board initiated a review of the district’s core services in July to identify further savings and efficiencies, particularly in Abbotsford’s areas of complaint: general government, regional development and solid waste management planning. “All I can say is we’re confident we can prove good value for money for the City of Abbotsford. There’s lot of value in being a member of a regional district,” she said. The FVRD is disappointed Abbotsford moved forward so quickly with its decision to withdraw from the district, said Ross. However, the board has decided staff should respond to the report Abbotsford submitted on its withdrawal, said Ross. The district’s response and review of core services will likely be released in March. “We’re looking at where we can find efficiencies and

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ebuilding confidence i n g ov e r n m e n t , a grassroots approach, and party cooperation are critical to government success following its mishandling of the HST, Liberal leadership candidate George Abbott told supporters in Abbotsford Wednesday afternoon. “We have as government in British Columbia fundamentally lost the trust of the public,” he admitted. “We need to turn that [loss of trust] around, or we will

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Liberal leadership candidate George Abbott, left, was in town Wednesday. He is supported by MLA John van Dongen, right. unceremoniously have our butts kicked out of office in 2013.” Abbott cited the Liberal government’s handling of the HST as a prime example of policy being dictated from Victoria without seek-

ing caucus support or going to the public to explain the issues. “We didn’t give people the opportunity to think about the problem, and the opportunity to respond,” he said, adding government needs to

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arents working to save Durieu Elementary in Mission from closure are telling the district to do a better job of marketing the rural school’s traditional status. Jeannette Marriott, Durieu’s parent advisory council president, said parents told the board of education at a meeting last week that closing the school will result in less choice in the district. “It’s another option that will be taken from Mission. Parents will be taking their children to Abbotsford. It’s nothing to cross the bridge,” said Marriott. “In Abbotsford the traditional school model is very much supported by the board, so much so that their traditional schools are at capacity.” By promoting Durieu’s status as a traditional school, the district could drive up enrolment and ensure the long-term viability of the school, Marriott said. Parents told the board that the smaller rural school promotes a greater sense of belonging and better academic performance for its students. Durieu also acts as a hub for the community, they argued. The capacity rate at Durieu runs above 71 per cent, which is higher than a number of other schools in the district, according to a report presented by Durieu parents. The district’s original numbers showed that if Durieu were to be merged with Hatzic Elementary as planned, the school would be over capacity. Additionally, children could be spending

up to two hours a day on buses if Durieu is closed. Enrolment numbers tallied by the PAC show growth over the next couple of years, with the exception of 2011 when Grade 7 students will be shifted into the district’s new middle schools, said Marriott. The Mission Public Schools Board of Education is also considering closing Deroche Elementary. The two rural elementary schools located in the eastern part of the district are largely endangered because of budget restrictions and declining enrolment. Durieu Elementary is located north of Hatzic Lake, while Deroche Elementary is about 20 km east of Mission. Most anticipated growth is occurring in the western areas of Mission, according to a district report. Studies show elementary schools are most financially viable when they house between 250 and 400 students, it stated. Consolidating Durieu with Hatzic would result in enrolment numbers of up to 280 children. Enrolment at Durieu, which has capacity for 120 students, is expected to decline until 2015, according to the district numbers. The district also held meetings with the Leq’a:mel and Scowlitz First Nations, and Deroche PAC this week. Stakeholders will have a last opportunity to address the board regarding the possible school closures at its meeting at Hatzic Elementary on Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m. The board will decide the fate of the two schools at a meeting at Hatzic Senior Secondary on Feb. 22 at 7 p.m.

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Bank robbers sentenced A prolific offender who had a “horrific” childhood was sentenced to four and half years behind bars for participating in an Abbotsford bank robbery. Minus two-for-one credit for time served, Paul Gordon Olsen got 11 months behind

he federal government is looking to establish a free trade agreement with India to bolster the Canadian economy, Abbotsford Conservative MP Ed Fast said Wednesday. Canada’s trade with India is limited despite its enormous population and fast growing economy. “We do only $4 billion in trade with India which has 1.1 billion people,” Fast told the audience at a meeting on Canada’s economic future at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. “It’s expected that with an agreement our trade with that country would increase greatly.” In an effort to limit Canada’s dependence on trade with the U.S., Ottawa is also pursuing a free trade agreement with the European Union. “It’s the most ambitious trade agreement since NAFTA,” said Fast,

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to trade and investment, and establishing fair personal and business tax structures. The audience suggested the government fund housing for the mentally ill rather than spend new money on prisons, and expressed concern over the high level of personal debt carried by Canadians The government won’t raise personal or corporate taxes to deal with the deficit, which it hopes to eliminate by 2015, Fast said. -ROCHELLE BAKER/TIMES

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Pounds of drugs, guns, ammo and cash taken in bust Distribution centre with Abbotsford ties BY TYLER OLSEN & CAM TUCKER editorial@abbotsfordtimes.com

ang suppression officers from Abbotsford raided a Chilliwack home Tuesday afternoon, seizing an array of guns and drugs, including an Uzi submachine gun and nearly a pound of cocaine. A total of seven guns, including the Uzi, were found at the Brewster Place house along with 2,400 rounds of ammunition, an extendable metal baton, and high-capacity magazines. Oxycodone, ecstasy, heroin and thousands of dollars of cash were also seized.

“When you’re talking about 2,400 rounds of ammunition, they’re not getting ready for a camping trip.” – Const. Ian MacDonald APD

The home was vacant when police stormed it, but a 32-year-old man associated with the house was stopped while driving in the area. Police searched his vehicle and found nearly a pound of methamphetamine in the car. The man, who is known to police, is facing several weapons and drug charges and has had more than 50 interactions with police over the past five years The Abbotsford Police Department led the raid because its gang suppression unit had collected information that suggested the house “was supplying drug

POOL, from page A4 Replacing the aging facility would cost approximately $1 million, according to city estimates. The reason the cost of replacing the pool is so high is because the city never maintained it, said De Fehr. “Of course it’s too expensive. They haven’t done a damn thing on the pool for 15 years.” The residents will get together to decide what steps they will take next, he said. City plans for the new site include two playgrounds: one for kids up to the age of five, and another for children up

lines in Abbotsford,” according to APD spokesperson Const. Ian MacDonald. “He’s not straying from what police know him for.” The home was connected with the Duhre brothers, who head a new gang Abbotsford cops say has taken over much of the drug trade from the notorious Bacon brothers. Police believe the home was not involved in the production of the drugs. Instead, it’s believed to have been a distribution centre, where larger quantities of drugs were broken down into smaller shipments destined for lower-level outlets. MacDonald said those associated with the house are likely fairly high up in the gang hierarchy. “We’re not dealing with street-level folks, and to attest to that, look at how they arm themselves,” he said, “2,400 rounds is a lot. And an Uzi, apar t from maybe the intimidation factor and the status factor of having one, is not a precise weapon. It’s a weapon that’s built for maximizing casualties . . . “When you’re talking about 2,400 rounds of ammunition, they’re not getting ready for a camping trip.” MacDonald was unable to release the type of the vehicle the suspect was driving just prior to his arrest, but said intelligence gathered by Chilliwack RCMP members helped identify the vehicle, which led to the arrest. The fact the suspect even drove by the house during the raid was a surprise to MacDonald. “Every once in a while, it’s demonstrated to us that they’re not the clearest thinking folks at times.” The APD Gang Suppression Unit is still investigating.

to the age of 12. The city will also build a new backstop and dugout for the existing baseball diamond, and install more tables and benches in the picnic area. At a later stage, the city will explore the possibility of installing a children’s spray park. Residents aren’t interested in a park and want the city to build a new pool, said De Fehr. If they fail to get it, city councillors will feel the results during the next election, he said. “If they proceed with this . . . they do so at their own peril, because people are choked.”

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was recently reminded of the most cowardly spectacle I’d ever witnessed. It was back in the seventh grade when two boys had agreed to an after-school fight. Randy and Dave were going to have it out. Randy was a bit bigger and a lot meaner. Most of us thought Dave was in over his head. We couldn’t have been more correct. It was a slaughter. Randy got into a lot of fights and clearly enjoyed them. He laid a beating on Dave that was far beyond the typical grade-school fisticuffs. Dave was a mess and never touched Randy. Somehow, Dave’s father was alerted about the fight and showed up just as Randy was using Dave’s face as a speed bag. His father pulled Randy off and grabbed him so his arms were being held behind his back. This was Dave’s one and only chance to get a shot in. He wound up with a haymaker and cracked his fist against the side of Randy’s head while he was defenceless. Regardless of who each of us were cheering for, we were quite unanimous that it was a gutless and cowardly thing to do. I retrieved this memory a couple weeks ago when I first saw the sickening footage of a Kelowna police officer apparently kicking a suspect in the face as he was seemed to cooperativley kneel on the ground. The suspect, Buddy Tavares, was completely defenceless and had no opportunity to protect himself. He was totally vulnerable and took a kick that resembled

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Crime matters something you’d normally see in the Super Bowl. The video has since gone viral and has sent shock waves across the country, and once again called into question the level of professionalism and integrity of contemporary law enforcement. The officer has been suspended and following an investigation by the Abbotsford Police, is now facing a charge of assault causing bodily harm. Regardless, it was the cheapest shot I’ve seen since Dave’s display of cowardice. The only difference is that Dave was 13-years old at the time. It seems that everybody has a cell phone with video capacity these days, and allegations of police brutality are being uploaded for the entire world to see. And despite the need to recognize that a 15 second video clip may not be a complete record of what transpired, it’s difficult not to feel outrage at how some police are conducting themselves. One would think that ever since the famed Rodney King footage, police would be smart enough to assume their every move is being recorded. But it appears far too many loose cannons and cowboys (and cowgirls) are slipping through the screen-

ing process. I’m convinced therein lies the problem. As I’ve written before, police agencies are not being inundated with the number of superbly qualified candidates they once were. In many cases they’re having to select applicants that never would have made it through the process a decade or three ago. When I started teaching criminal justice, I had one particular student who looked like she was going places. She was involved with a ride along program with the old Matsqui Police, looking toward a career in law enforcement. A local reporter interviewed her for a story about the program. She was asked what most attracted her to a policing career. I’ll never forget her answer. “It’s the ultimate power trip. You get to decide who lives and who dies,” she said. The reporter quoted her verbatim in the paper and her career aspirations were over. After that display of idiocy, no law enforcement agency would ever let her on the grounds, let alone consider hiring her. She was finished – and thank God for that. I wonder if in today’s climate, such a comment would be the career killer it was in 1989. I’m not convinced it would. ■ John Martin is a criminologist at

the University of the Fraser Valley. Contact him at John.Martin@ufv.ca. This commentary is the author’s personal opinion and is not the opinion or policy of his employer.

s the city turning its back on the country? Or are they simply shunning a model of government gone the way of the dinosaur? More questions than answers bubbled up following last week’s e-mail blast from Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce executive director David D. Hull, announcing a decision to lobby the city “to extract itself from the Fraser Valley Regional District . . .” We’ll assume the chamber stepped into this issue as a means to help strengthen Abbotsford by keeping more tax dollars within city limits. That makes sense. However, an interesting part of their initiative involves its timing. At first blush, the proposal to leave the district seemed like a chamber idea. And maybe it was – but the city had been looking into the issue for months, if not years. Also, the chamber’s statement arrived Wednesday, only two days before city council’s agenda for Monday’s regular meeting was set to be released. The hot topic scheduled for this particular afternoon: separating from the FVRD. Coincidence? Maybe. But with newspapers heading to press between the chamber’s announcement and the city’s agenda release, the question arises. Looking back, it’s not surprising city reps seemed a little on their heels, and slightly less loquacious than usual during our mid-week chats. Granted, political positioning aside, whose idea was what and when isn’t the big issue here. Instead, we want to know how much it’ll cost the city to leave the FVRD, how much hospital debt we’ll pack along, if we’re even allowed to pull out – and, as a matter of concern for our neighbours, in exactly what shape this leaves the smaller communities within our region. But with all these questions floating around, at least one major answer was revealed Monday: each of Abbotsford’s aldermen, with the exception of Coun. Patricia Ross, favours leaving the district. While they know this movement could refashion B.C.’s regional governance, what it’ll do to our pocketbooks is yet to be seen. We hope readers give this topic the attention it deserves. ■ To comment on this editorial, e-mail us at letters@abbotsfordtimes.com.

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Society needs to grow out of infancy Editor, the Times:

According to some of the readers, I only need to know that Jesus loves me and that the Bible is the literal word of God. That’s all the more laughable – and dangerous – when study after study points out that evangelical Christians lag far behind agnostics and atheists in religious knowledge. I know I’ve made my fair share of such illiterates angry because I challenge their infuriating ignorance of the world and the very ideas of what the Bible does or does not say. But, as Noel Coward said, “It’s discouraging to think how many people are shocked by honesty and how few by deceit.” Without deceit, organized religion would have crumbled into dust long ago. If I seem to be talking down to evangelicals it’s because I am. It’s a well researched fact that such

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Navigating through construction on Mount Lehman Road, south of the freeway, can be a challenge for motorists, but construction here is necessary for economic growth. true-believers are among the most unsophisticated and under-educated in society. The writers who are so angry with me remind me of the carnival game when a person tries to bop the gophers when they pop their heads out of the holes. Our modern society needs to grow out of its infancy, which has been prolonged with far too much bloodshed and religiously induced mass religious insanity. The born(ing) again types are the most dangerous as they have given up their free will and submitted to the ravings of any fool that claims to know the Bible and exactly what it says – and demand that everyone else does the same. I absolutely believe in separation of church and state and will always reiterate that every time the line is crossed. Not only do I absolutely believe in separation of church and state, I also know that the false promises of the free market economy and globalization must also be confronted now not later. These churches for drug addicts didn’t just spring up without the root causes of underemployment and loss of upward social mobility. To advance logic and reason over the puerile fundamentalist foolishness of any religion – Christian or otherwise – I can think of no better reason for being a writer. The stakes for our liberal democracy are just too great to ignore the ugly side of evangelical Chris-

tianity - and the relentless march to economic and social suicide by the likes of Campbell and Harper. Those two forces of the far right religious illiterates and the ultra-conservative economists are just different sides of the same coin for which society has had to pay far too heavy a price. Robert T. Rock Mission

First-rate care for ‘second-class’ Editor, the Times:

Seeing Mr. P walking arrival at Thursday night’s meal for the hungry on the grassy roadside of Gladys underscored the fact that although it is annoying and demeaning, it is not being treated as second class citizens that worry’s the homeless, mentally ill, addicted, poor and powerless when they have to deal with the Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Rather, it is the third-rate medical treatment that is afforded to second class citizens. Mr. P’s walking arrival at the Thursday night dinner was notable because it was not that many weeks ago that Mr. P was unable to walk more than a few steps and appeared to be knocking at deaths door. Over months and weeks he had been repeatedly hauled off by ambulance to Emergency at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Despite the increasing frequency of his visits to Abbotsford Regional Hospital’s Emergency he just kept getting worse - heading

downhill at an increasing rate. It looked like Mr. P was not long for this world – until he was fortunate enough to be in Mission when he needed to seek medical treatment. They admitted him to the Mission Hospital for several days, over which time they ran tests to see what was causing his health problems. As a result of the treatment Mr. P received at Mission Hospital, he reappeared in Abbotsford bright-eyed and bushy tailed. Alive, well and capable of walking to this Thursday night dinner. James W. Breckenridge Abbotsford

Take more pride in being Canadian Editor, the Times:

Can this be happening in Canada – home invasions by our government and charging for the cost? Is this what we have been reduced to; get the bad guy at any cost? Do we still sing Oh Canada in schools anymore? Have we lost that “True north strong and free”? Is there no more pride or honour in being Canadian? If no one remembers the great wars when countries with dictators were freed. Canadian lives were lost to give others the freedoms that as Canadians we took for granted. Then think of China where speaking out against the government can land you in jail and even tortured. Is this where we are going? Tom Lester Abbotsford

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Regarding the initiative by Abbotsford’s Chamber Of Commerce (COC) for us to withdraw from the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD), I think that they should think again. The land and its communities both large and small that the FVRD represents covers a vast area. Without the FVRD, Metro Vancouver would become an even bigger bully. Large corporations and businesses would do even more harm to the environment than they are currently doing. This large area needs one voice. ‘United we stand divided we fall’ is a saying that comes to mind. Having said that, there is also another concern that has been echoed by others I have spoken to. The concern is that there may be a bigger agenda. Could the bigger agenda be in freeing us up so that we can becom a member of Metro Vancouver (MV), and be followed closely by Mission? If this were the case, the monies saved by leaving the FVRD would be small change when compared to the millions that being part of MV would cost the taxpayer . . . then add 10 to 12 cents a litre on gas. Think about it. There are a lot people working behind closed doors to get us out of the FVRD just to save a million bucks. It doesn’t make sense, and why the rush? Gary Huntbatch Abbotsford

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Challenging to live as a good Christian in 2011

Many aspire to live by the golden rule, but surprisingly few do

rue Christian discipleship is costly. By this, I mean that living out one’s Christian convictions 24/7 is not easy. While many aspire to live by the golden rule, “Do as you would be done by,” the more pragmatic approach as demonstrated by the current “dog eat dog” crop of TV primetime programs, such as Survivor, is increasingly promoting the philosophy of ‘go for what you want and get it however you can no matter who gets hurt in the process.’ By the way, talking about the golden rule reminds me of a series of street interviews I saw on the tube some time ago, where the question was put, “Can you tell me what the golden rule is?” At least half the interviewees

didn’t have the foggiest notion. Is this one of the reasons why standing for the Christian virtues of truth and morality in our society seems to be increasingly unpopular?

Though those who do not believe may not understand us or may criticize us (the Bible says they may even hate us) let all our actions and attitudes towards them be consistent with our profession of faith in Christ – above reproach. So what can we do about it? Do we hunker down in our church ghettos and try to be as

inconspicuous as possible, all the while complaining about the sad state of our culture? A thousand times no! A one-liner I heard long ago keeps coming back to haunt me: “Unbelievers don’t believe because they don’t believe that believers believe.” Or as someone else has put it, “If you were brought up on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” What about you? What about me? It is time to remind ourselves of Jesus’ words: “Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” That is what being a Christian is all about. As the Apostle Peter said: “Who is going to harm you if you are

eager to do good? But even if you do suffer for what is right, you are blessed,” and again, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope you have. “But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience so that those who speak maliciously of your good behaviour in Christ may be ashamed of their slander. It is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.” (Quotes are from 1 Pet. 3: 13 - 17) Do we bend our best efforts to live out the Great Commandment, to love God with all our heart, mind, soul and strength, and to love our neighbour as ourselves? Though those who do not believe may not under-

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why He created you and you need to know, too. Next, goals should be measurable, realistic, and in accordance with your values and beliefs. They should also be motivating and desirable enough for you to commit yourself to them and evaluate them. Goals need to be written down, prioritized, and have a timeline to help you stay more focused, less distracted, and be more successful. Once a goal has been defined, it is time to examine alternative ways to reach it; by developing a realistic plan to implement that goal in a step-by-step fashion. First explore all possible

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salm 37:2, 3 tells us that “The Lord directs the steps of the godly and delights in his way.” Proverbs 16:9 says, “We should make plans counting on God to direct us.” Setting goals is a skill that can be learned and developed. As you plant positive seeds now for your future, you will reap the rewards later. As you think about what type of future you want for yourself, it will help you make the best choices to reach those goals. Think about what future accomplishments and what problems you would like to solve. The first step in setting goals is to have a strong

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A12 ❘ FAITH ❘ FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2011 THE TIMES FAITH, from page A11 alternatives and strategies, and evaluate the one that is best suited to your values and motivational structures. The action plan has to motivate you and encourage you to take action. Having determined what you want and how you will get there, now you must implement the action plan.

Start your new year off right by putting together a plan for your life. Knowing that God is with you and always there for you, will give you the faith and determination you need to accomplish your destiny. Action plans often do not get off the ground because people tend to cling to old, less functional patterns of behaviour. Deep change often comes about with great struggle, much encouragement and quite a bit of time in the process. An implementation plan includes a clear written statement of what will be accomplished, when, and by whom. Doing small things regularly will eventually lead to success. When implementation breaks down, ongoing coaching or counselling may be required. It may involve confronting selfdeception, self-defeating behaviour patterns, or destructive interpersonal “games.” According to Terry D. Anderson in his book Transforming Leadership, he says there are three types of confrontations.

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ABBOTT, from page A3 industries such as forestry, agriculture, mining and tourism, which are fundamental to the economy and which have been largely ignored by government in recent years. “When these industries are doing well, the rest of the economy virtually takes care of itself,” Abbott said. Abbott stressed the importance of Abbotsford’s role in agriculture, and noted he would make a $15 million commitment to a plan to bolster the future of the industry. “I think I’m the only candidate with a specific platform around agriculture,” he said. “We have to ensure farmers can remain sustainable and viable.” While the Agriculture Land Reserve has done a reasonable job of protecting farmland government has largely ignored farmers’ well being, said Abbott. “The ALR limits farmers’ ability to make economic decisions [concerning property] . . . but government has done a poor job of ensuring farms and ranches remain sustainable,” he said. The provincial government also needs participate in cost sharing programs proposed by the federal government that help out those struggling in the industry.

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MLA John van Dongen, Liberal leader candidate George Abbott and resident Dave Holmberg chat at a meet and greet function in Abbotsford Wednesday.

Abbott supporter John van Dongen told the crowd that Abbott, a former farmer, understood rural B.C. better than other candidates. He drew attention to Abbott’s strong support within the party. “I think it’s important to look at who the BC Liberal caucus is supporting in this race,” he said. “We are a diverse team of people from many different backgrounds the new leader will have to work with.”

amara Bridal thought she was aiming a little too high when she originally pledged the You Care We Care Daycare to raising $1,500 in its first cancer rally. In fact, she set the bar just perfectly. The Mission-based children’s daycare successfully collected more than $1,500 for the B.C. Cancer Foundation at a fundraising event on Jan. 22, and the positive results have given her the belief that a rally next year can raise even more money for the cause. “I’m so excited,” said Bridal. “I never thought of a dollar value. On Saturday, I was

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Briefly Randy White returns for Conservative rally Saturday

Randy White, a former four-time elected MP from Abbotsford, will be the keynote speaker at a B.C. Conservative rally at the Garden Park Tower in Abbotsford Saturday. The rally begins at 7 p.m. and is open to the public. White said the B.C. Conservative party plans on having 85 candidates when the next scheduled provincial election goes in 2013. White was elected four times to Ottawa as a member of the federal Conservatives. For more information on this event, contact Don Stahl, president of the Abby-Mission Constitution Association for the B.C. Conservative Party at 604-556-4550. The Garden Park Tower is located 2825 Clearbrook Road in Abbotsford.

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A collision between a semi truck and West Coast Express train forced a few hundred commuters on the last two eastbound trains of Wednesday night to take a different mode of transportation for the final leg of their trip. The crash occurred around 5 p.m., when an eastbound grain train was approaching the Maple Ridge-Mission border, parallel to the Lougheed Highway. It struck the trailer of a semi that was straddling the tracks, said Canadian Pacific (CP) Rail spokesman Mike LoVecchio. No one was injured in the crash, but the collision caused the tracks to be shut down for some time.

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changing. The city will be charging $2 for the first hour of parking and $1 for every hour following. In the past, drivers paid $2 for every two hours, but many drivers were leaving and passing off their paid space to someone else, stated a city staff report. Most customers will end up paying the same amount as most drivers are only picking up and dropping off passengers at the airport. However, a modest increase in parking revenue is expected by eliminating the possibility “sharing” the parking spaces. Funds collected will go to maintaining the parking lot.

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Alvin Epp of Abbotsford (left) stands with Pastor Rene Joseph during a trip to the earthquake-stricken nation of Haiti in 2010.

Abbotsford man sees work & hope in Haiti Country is not beyond recovery despite quake death toll of 316,000 CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

n Abbotsford businessman involved in helping restore Haiti’s infrastructure says its possible for the impoverished nation to regain functionality, but it will take time. Alvin Epp, the CEO of Casa Humana International, a local company that pairs with other organizations across the world to help develop sustainable communities, says Haiti can recover from the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that destroyed buildings and killed more than 316,000 people since it struck on Jan. 12, 2010, but a recovery will greatly depend on the Haitian government.

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“What’s going to be absolutely crucial is establishing the rule of law under [Haitian constitution] and the government is going to have to show the world, show their own people that they are serious about building their country,” said Epp. “And they’re going to have to do it sooner rather than later.” Epp said other nations are hesitant to offer financial support outside of various humanitarian efforts to Haiti because of its economic and political struggles. The Canadian government has already committed more than $550 million to the relief effort in Haiti. However Epp said three things must happen in order for the country to begin to repair itself. With a federal election on

the horizon in Haiti, Epp said it is imperative the government first stabilize itself, and then stabilize the people before foreign investment in the country’s infrastructure can occur. Casa Humana International is working with other organizations in the U.S. to help develop the Haitian Enterprise Fund, which will hopefully help build business in the small Caribbean nation, said Epp. “Really the point is to get business investment into Haiti versus just government programs and handouts,” he said. “The whole idea of what we’re doing here is designing and creating the platform for private investment to come into the country, which accommodates real growth on the economy and puts people to work as opposed to projects that tend to go nowhere.” Epp said one of the industries that can help bolster the small Caribbean nation in the years after the earthquake is agriculture. Haiti, he said, was once a viable agricultural nation, however its import to export ratio is almost completely tilted in favour of importing resources, such as poultry. Epp said because of Haiti’s high level of sugar canes and rice, as well as poultry, it has the potential to rebuild its once respectable agricultural status, but with the economics, political change and relief efforts, the transition period toward sustainability is likely around five years. Epp has visited Haiti twice since the earthquake in an effort to help build relationships with branches of the local government there. He described Haiti as a nation of two extremes; on one hand, Haiti boasts scenic beauty, however there is also “overwhelming” disaster, pain and hardships. “That’s the contrasting world that it is.”

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thus far proved quite inadequate to the task of remedying this on their own, is essentially to define a couple of areas that stand out as things that we need clear guidance on.” “That’s exactly what I voted for in the bylaw initially and that’s how I thought it worked,” said Stevens. Other municipalities with similar bylaws include Pitt Meadows and Coquitlam. Paul Gipps, deputy chief administrative officer for the District of Mission, said the district is aware a lawsuit is likely to be filed and that the program will now undergo a “comprehensive review.” “Council has heard the community asking questions, wanting a review, and that’s exactly what we’re going to do,” said Gipps. He said not only will the bylaw be open to review, but the whole process of how it was implemented, as well. “It is in its early stage, we’re just writ-

ing up the framework and trying to get all the questions people would like to know [so] we can answer that as part of the review.” The bylaw was the focus of a massive group of people that packed Mission’s council chambers Monday. The public meeting got heated at times, as folks voiced their displeasure with the bylaw and the council for implementing it. Vonn said her office has been inundated with phone calls, e-mails and letters from angry Mission residents, some of them she said are unable to pay their mortgages because of the inspection fees. She added the bylaw accuses people of criminal wrongdoing. “We understand . . . that they are recording on criminal records checks people who have been found in violation of this bylaw,” said Vonn. “[This] means you have to explain why you’ve been accused of being

a criminal by the district of Mission to anyone who requires a criminal records check - employer, volunteer or otherwise. “They’re there to accuse you of being a criminal and then claiming that it has nothing to do with criminal law.” However, Mission RCMP spokeswoman Sgt. Miriam Dickson said that is not true. “That’s impossible,” she said. “You can’t have a criminal record unless you go to criminal court and are found guilty.” Dickson said information goes on a person’s criminal record if they have had “adverse contact” with police, which means a complaint was launched against that individual but no charges were laid. She said this type of contact with police does not apply to municipal bylaws, including the Controlled Substance Property Bylaw. Mission implemented the bylaw in July 2009. For more on this story, visit www.abbotsfordtimes.com.

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On Saturday, Jan. 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Clearbrook Library (32320 George Ferguson Way) celebrates family literacy along with agencies and societies from the city. Musician Will Stroet and Norden the magician will entertain and there will be food, crafts and more. Games of all kinds can improve literacy and numeracy skills. Find out how to play for literacy at this fun event. Call Cynthia at 604-859-7814 ext. 232.

Blankets For Canada

The Abbotsford Chapter of Blankets For Canada will have their monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb. 3 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Michael’s Arts and Crafts in West Oaks mall. All are welcome to help put knit and crochet blankets together for those in need in Abbotsford.

Donations of yarn always appreciated. All materials furnished. For more information call Nancy Gallagher 604-504-3713.

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group for people who are grieving the death of a loved one. The seminar begins Thursday, Feb. 3 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Rd., Abbotsford. Cost is $25 and covers the workbook and refreshments. Call the church at 604-852-1001.

Mental health support

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self-help skills for recovery. For information or to register please call Velma at 604-859-0105. This course takes place at the BC Schizophrenia Society office, 2615 A Montrose Ave.

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Volunteering in Africa

The University of the Fraser Valley’s Continuing Studies department has teamed up with Making Africa Work to organize an information session, on Saturday, Jan. 29, to provide information for an upcoming three-week volunteer trip for students and working professionals to East Africa this summer. The information session will give people an overview of the trip and a better understanding of the planning and development process in a rural Kenyan context. The Project Overview and Cross-Cultural Training Seminar is Saturday at the UFV Abbotsford campus, room A225, at 10 a.m. E-mail Victoria Harris at vkharris@ gmail.com or visit www. makingafricawork.com.

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Transplanted Scots and those who wish they were are invited to the 9th annual Paul Abbott Memorial Burns Supper on Saturday, Jan. 29 at the Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford. Bands Piper Down and 1066 will be playing. Dinner, including the traditional meal of haggis, neeps and tatties, along with roast beef, is at 6:30 p.m. and the festivities begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 at the Eagles Club (604-859-5405). Net proceeds will go to support the Abbotsford Firefighters Burn Fund.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS EVENTS, from page A17 Baby time

An interactive storytime with books, songs, rhymes and more for babies up to 23 months and their parents or caregivers is on at the Mission Library, 33247 Second Avenue, starting Friday, Feb. 4 from 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. For more information call the library at 604-826-6610.

Family storytime

Fun for all ages and stages. Drop into Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., for some stories, songs, puppets and more. Storytimes run every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. until March 3. For more information, call the library at 604-826-6610.

Silver anniversary ball

The Abbotsford Hospice Society is celebrating 25 years of service in the community hosting its annual spring gala, The Silver Ball, Saturday, Feb. 5 at the Ramada Plaza & Conference Centre,

36035 North Parallel Road. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The ball is the perfect opportunity for a wonderful evening with friends, which allows the hospice to continue offering critical support services to palliative patients and their families. The gala’s grand raffle prize from Lee’s Fine Jewelry is valued at close to $20,000. Tickets are $125 each and include dinner, entertainment, and silent and live auctions. For more information visit www.abbotsfordhospice.org.

Texas Hold-em

The Abbotsford Lions Club is holding a no limit charity poker tournament on Saturday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Ag Rec Centre gallery (32740 Haida Dr., Abbotsford Exhibition Grounds, upstairs). Tickets are $50 each, maximum 100 players, 19 and older to play. Doors open at 6 p.m. There is a guaranteed prize pool of $2,000 and first prize cash value of $520 plus 11 other payouts. To reserve tickets contact the tournament director at abbotsfordlions@shaw.ca or call the 24/7 reservation line at 604-308-6037.

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A German sing-a-long with folk songs, poems and sacred songs will be held on Saturday, Jan. 29 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church (corner of Ware Street and Marshall Road, Abbotsford). Refreshments will follow. Everyone is welcome, and please bring a friend or two. Call Anneliese at 604-859-0822 for more information.

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Centre and in Vancouver. Last May, they placed second in the Abbotsford School District’s Battle of the Bands and in the Battle of the Ridge (in Maple Ridge), they were selected to JEAN KONDA-WITTE play in the final show. JKonda-Witte@abotsfordtimes.com Recently, Ivory Coast entered a contest entitled B.C.’s Best he burgeoning band Teen Band presented by YouIvory Coast is begin- think Magazine, and they were ning to make sound selected for the Top-10 out of waves around the Fra- 60 bands that entered. ser Valley and beyond. Now their goal is to make it The band describes their into the top three, and they’re music as alternative and pro- hoping their fans in Abbotsford gressive, but folks around here will help them out by voting call it soft rock. for them online. If they make “All ages would be our listen- it into the top three, they win ing audience. It’s quite soft and $1,000, gift certificates, a photo it’s pretty easy listening,” said shoot and a chance to play at lead singer Scott Currie. the Tom Lee Music Hall in VanOther members of the group, couver where the judges will guitarists Rhys Burnell and choose the top band in B.C. Kristof Schlagintweit, drummer “So we just need people to Steve Dahl and David Deuck- vote for us so we get into the man, base and vocals, along top three,” said Currie. The with Currie are winners will all students at be announced “We’re the only Yale Secondary on the magaAbbotsford band entered zine website and MEI. They’ve been that made the Top-10.” on Feb. 8. together a little “ W e ’ r e over a year now, t h e only – Scott Currie, lead singer and came up Abbotsford with the name band entered Ivor y Coast because they that made the top 10,” added thought it was cool. It has no Currie. political significance or referIf people want to hear their ence to the African country. music, they can listen to Ivory Still, the fledgling band, who Coast’s original songs on their Currie said has been influenced website at www.ivorycoast. by the likes of Radiohead, bandcamp.com. Arcade Fire and Coldplay, is “We have kind of a unique making significant strides in sound,” said Currie. “It’s not the music industry. They’ve really pop music, it’s something already recorded two EPs (short different from what people are CDs), and have performed at normally hearing at school.” various venues around the valFans can cast their votes for ley including Youth Church B.C.’s Best Teen Band online Battle of the Bands, the Act in at bandcontest.youthink.ca Maple Ridge, the Abbey Arts before the deadline on Feb. 7.

Dance at the Dewdney

On Saturday, Jan. 29 the Historic Dewdney Pub presents the popular band The Vibe playing from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Their brand of classic rock with a ‘bit of blues’ is great for listening and dancing. The Historic Dewdney Pub, is located five minutes east of Mission, just off Hwy 7, watch for the signs. Call 604-826-4762 for more.

Curator’s talk

The Reach hosts Scott Marsden, curator of the Reach, for a free in-depth tour of the current exhibitions on Saturday, Jan 29 at 1 p.m. The Reach is located at 32388 Veterans Way in Abbotsford. Call 604-8648087 for details.

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Members of Abbotsford’s Ivory Coast, from left, Rhys Burnell, Scott Currie, David Dueckman, Steve Dahl and Kristof Schlagintweit are hoping their fans will vote them into the top three of B.C. Best Teen Bands. People can vote before Monday, Feb. 7 at bandcontest.youthink.ca.

Join the sing-a-long at the Abbotsford Seniors Association drop-in centre (between Essendene and Ferguson Way) on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sing the ‘old tunes’ with the A-Tones, play an instrument or just listen. Phone Ed at 604-853-8624 for details. see EVENTS, page A31

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ransplanted Scots and “those who wish they were” are invited to the 9th annual Paul Abbott – Memorial Burns Supper on Saturday Jan. 29th at the Eagles Hall, 33868 Essendene Ave, Abbotsford. This has become a popular event since its inception in 2003, and it memorializes Paul Abbott, a popular Abbotsford entertainer and co-founder of the Celtic Band, 1066, who died in 2002. The Burns supper will feature the traditional meal Haggis, ‘neeps and tatties (mashed turnips and potatoes), along with roast beef and all the trimmings for the more faint of heart. The evening will feature all of the ancient traditions honouring the memory of the great

Scottish Bard, Robert Burns, from “the piping in o’ the Haggis” to “addressing the Haggis” and “the Immortal Memory.” Entertainment will include highland dancing from the Inverglen Scottish Dancers, as well as rollicking music by local favourites 1066 (who this year are celebrating over 25 years together as a band) and the ever - popular Piper Down. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and festivities beginning at 7:30 p.m.Tickets are $25, available at the Eagles Club Bar (604859-5405). Net proceeds from the event will go to support the Abbotsford Firefighters Burn Fund.

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my Gough seems to be living by the Rule of Thirds, a staple in the photography business, this season. But Gough isn’t snapping pictures. She’s claiming medals, and at a pace she’s never before done in her skeleton career. The 33-year-old Abbotsford Olympian captured bronze on Jan. 22 at a World Cup event in Winterberg, Germany, with a combined two-day time of one minute, 58.52 seconds, securing her third medal this season and the fourth of her career. “It feels great,” she wrote in an email to the Times. “Winterberg isn’t my favourite track and I didn’t really have any expectations, but concentrated on

having good lines and I was able to put two great runs together on race day and I was rewarded.” The last time Gough slid down the 1,330-metre track in Germany in 2010, she finished 20th. But this year, Gough seems more relaxed. She has openly admitted in the past that the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler took a mental toll on her, to the point where she contemplated retiring from skeleton. It’s a good thing she didn’t. At her age, she is actually one of the oldest women on the World Cup circuit. But you wouldn’t know that given her results this season. In many ways, Gough is defying the odds, which allows for speculation about another Olympic appearance in 2014 – something that didn’t seem possible less than a year ago. “It makes me think a little more that I might be defying the odds a bit,” said Gough, who turns 34 in August. “Mostly, I attribute my podiums

this year to a better head space and a better environment. I am having a lot more fun this season and having great teammates is helping me through the daily stresses.” See GOUGH, page A24

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Abbotsford’s Olympian Amy Gough is on the receiving end of more bling, as she captured bronze in the Skeleton World Cup in Germany on Jan. 22. “I feel like I’m in a different mental head space with a lot less pressure this year,” she said.

Abbotsford sends two youth teams to large competition in Kelowna

ight junior curlers from Abbotsford will join more than 400 international athletes at this week’s International Children’s Games in Kelowna from Jan. 26-31. “We are so proud to be cheering on our youth curling teams at the Children’s Games in Kelowna,” said Mayor George Peary. “It is vitally important to encourage and support healthy, active youths in our community, and these two teams are a testament to what can be accomplished with some hard work and dedication.” The junior program has approximately 70

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curlers at all levels, coached by local Abbotsford experts Michele Baratelli and Bob Fatkin and assisted by Jordan Kiss. Each team spends at least five hours a week in practice and they play in adult leagues at least once a week to improve their level of play. Baratelli and Fatkin have been together for

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“It is vitally important to encourage and support healthy, active youths in our community and these two teams are a testament to what can be accomplished with some hard work.”

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Eight junior curlers from Abbotsford, along with their coaches Bob Fatkin and Michele Baratelli and assistant coach Jordan Kiss head to Kelowns to compete in the International Children’s Games this weekend. almost three seasons and their dream of building up the junior program to the point where they have athletes ready to compete in other regions is starting to come to fruition. Taylor White, skip for Team White, is leading a competitive team for the first time and in her preparation for the games has shown herself to be a leader. Nick Parker, Team Parker skip, has been honing his skills playing in the Wednesday Night Men’s League and the Optimist Highpoint Division 1 league. “What an opportunity this is to be able to meet athletes from other countries,” said Parker.

“I wouldn’t miss this for the world - winning is secondary.” Kelowna will host international youth, ages 12 to 15 for a week of fun-filled games, sporting events, festivals and more. The games aim to enable, develop and advance the meeting, understanding and friendship of youth from different countries around the world and promote the Olympic Ideal. For more information on the International Children’s Games – Winter Sports check the website at www.internationalchildrensgames-kelowna2011. com. – STAFF REPORTER

omeone might want to check the coffee players of the Abbotsford Heat were drinking before Wednesday morning’s (yes, you read correctly) game with the Rampage in San Antonio. Visiting the home of the Alamo, the Heat came out abuzz in the first period against the Rampage, holders of the second best record in the West Division just one point back of Peoria, but couldn’t maintain their high strung pace in a 4-2 loss. The Heat, who endured a change of 100 degrees Fahrenheit between Sunday’s clash in Winnipeg to the pleasant sunshine of central Texas, opened up a 1-0 lead on Matt Keith’s 14th goal of the season – a power play marker at 2:43 of the first period and approximately 8:45 a.m. back in Abbotsford. “It’s getting pucks and people to the net,” said head coach Jim Playfair recently of the power play. “ T h a t ’s a h u g e , h u g e improvement for our group.” The third power play goal in two games for one of the league’s worst teams with the man-advantage would not suffice, however. The buzz wore off. The Rampage opened the second period off strong, scoring twice in the middle frame to take the lead. They would add to that in the third period with a pair of goals. A late power play tally from T.J. Brodie cut the deficit to two goals, but it wasn’t enough, as the Heat suffered their second loss on this 10game road trip. J.P. Lamoureux, who was given the start Wednesday morning in relief of Leland Irving, was credited with the loss – his first in an Abbotsford Heat uniform in two separate recalls from the ECHL. The Heat still sit in sole possession of fifth place in the North Division, three points ahead of Grand Rapids and one point behind Lake Erie for the final playoff spot. The Heat are in Houston tonight. Puck drop is 5:35 p.m. PST. – CAM TUCKER/TIMES

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niversity of the Fraser Valley volleyball players Aaron Flanagan and Kayla Bruce were named Cascades/Abbotsford Heat Athletes of the Week for Jan. 23. Flanagan led the UFV men’s volleyball team to a pair of victories over Vancouver Island University Mariners, 3-2, and Camosun Chargers, 3-2 last weekend. The back-to-back victories improve the Cascades BCCAA regular season record to 4-5 and move the Cascades back into the playoff picture. The fourth year veteran led the Cascades with 38 kills, 12 digs and three blocked shots on the weekend. “This weekend was our best performance of the season and Aaron played a large role in our success,”

said UFV head coach Greg Russell. Bruce led the Cascades women to their fourth victory of the BCCAA regular volleyball season on Saturday, 3-2, over the Camosun Chargers. The third-year veteran recorded 16 kills, three blocks and four aces in the victory. The Cascades improved their regular season record to 4-5 and currently sit in fourth place in the standings. “Kayla was outstanding on Saturday for us,” said head coach Dennis Bokenfohr. The Abbotsford Heat are sponsors of the Cascades Athlete of the Week program. The men and women took on Columbia Bible College Thursday night, but results were not available by press deadline.

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The Universtiy of the Fraser Valley women’s volleyball team split their two matches last weekend on Vancouver Island. The Cascades fell to the VIU Mariners on Friday, 3-1, but came back to defeat the Camosun University Chargers 3-2 on Saturday. They improve their regular season record to 4-5 and sit in fourth place in the BCCAA standings. On Friday, the Mariners

The Abbotsford Pilots can take a stranglehold on the Harold Brittain Conference standings of the PIJHL tonight when they take on the Aldergrove Kodiaks. The Pilots sit three points up on second place Port Moody in the conference, and 17 points up on the Kodiaks – last year’s PIJHL playoff champions. The Pilots are coming off back-to-back wins last weekend over Port Moody and North Delta. Tonight’s game begins at 7:30 p.m. from MSA Arena.

defeated UFV by scores of 14-25, 19-25, 25-22, 25-15. “Tonight was a tough match. We knew we would have to play a close to flawless game to take down VIU. Credit given to VIU where their attack broke us down,” said UFV head coach Dennis Bokenfohr. Kari Roos led the Cascades with six kills, 10 digs and four blocks. On Saturday, UFV beat the Chargers by scores of

28-30, 25-13, 25-12, 23-25 and 15-10. “It was a good way to finish a tough road trip where we had a very solid team effort,” said Bokenfohr. Kayla Bruce recorded 16 kills, three blocks and four aces in the victory over Camosun. Jill Saunders added 11 digs and 11 kills in the Saturday match. – STAFF REPORTER

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Help the Cascades paint the Envision Athletic Centre pink on Saturday night as UFV takes on the University of Regina with the women’s hoops game tipping off at 5 p.m. and the men’s game at 7 p.m. The women’s basketball team will be selling pink UFV Shoot for the Cure T-shirts with portions of the sales going to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Volunteers from CBCF will be on hand Saturday night at the Envision Athletic Centre to provide information. Both UFV basketball teams will wear pink shirts in the warm ups as will the UFV game staging staff and the Cascades cheerleaders. Friday night is UFV Student Night sponsored by Baker House and UFV Student Union Society. All UFV students receive free admission and have opportunities to win great prizes. Games are 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. against Regina.

GOUGH, from page A23 Gough still hasn’t announced her intentions to compete at the 2014 Games in Sochi, Russia. In fairness, that’s still three years away. But with a crop of up and coming athletes beginning to influence the sport of skeleton, Gough said the future looks bright, and she attributes that to the emphasis the 2010 Games had on all winter sports in Canada, not just hockey. “I believe this could bring some great things to Canadian athletes and in return to Canada,” said Gough, who is still in Germany. “It is exciting. Not very many people had heard of skeleton. . . however I think our sport was greatly advertised in Whistler. The only thing I think that could be better in Canada is coverage of competitions going on all year round. “When I am in Europe and turn on the TV, amateur sport is on all the time. I think it would be really great if we could have a channel or time on a channel dedicated strictly to amateur sport.”

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municipalities very well.” The FVRD served as a framework to help Abbotsford obtain its new regional hospital, he noted. Directors of the FVRD electoral areas are disappointed in Abbotsford’s decision, and

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feel its rural partners are undervalued. David Lamson, director of Area E, which includes Cultus Lake and the Chillwack River Valley, noted outdoor tourism in rural areas

of the district is a huge economic boon to surrounding cities. “The value of electoral areas to cities has been completely ignored,” Lamson said. “Cultus Lake gets over three million visitors a year. Where do those tourists stay? In hotels in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, and that’s where they buy all their stuff.” Additionally, residents in the electoral areas travel to urban centres to purchase all their goods and services. What’s more, municipalities and the provincial government benefit economically from resource industries, particularly agriculture, that take place in the rural areas. There’s also the misconception electoral areas aren’t paying for what they get, said Lamson.

“Residents pay fees for services . . . and each service is independent, and has its own budget and can’t be used for anything else,” said Lamson. The process to remove Abbotsford from the district will be a lengthy one as the plan requires the approval of the Minister of Community, Sport, and Cultural Development, said Ross. No other member municipalities have expressed the desire to leave the FVRD, she said. Despite the threat of Abbotsford exiting the district, the FVRD needs to meet its responsibilities to other members, said Ross. “We’ve still got business to conduct. Life has to go on and people still need the services we provide.”

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Cancer June 21-July 22: Sunday/Monday highlight the problem (2010-2012) in a crucial relationship. You see another in terms of security, but they might see you as “fighting” their ambition. You’ll see clues to solving it Saturday. The solution has something to do with understanding, affection, and with secrets/ research, finances, sexual yearnings, commitment, intuition and dreams. Those secrets, finances, sexuality, et al, are emphasized midweek – they’re a source of ambition, success. If you can’t solve the relationship problem, you might “thoroughly” end the bond, now or later. Decide what’s best. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Chores and health issues arise Sunday/Monday – with problems attached. Solutions to these problems occur Friday/Saturday – the answer might lie deeper, in diagnosis, even surgery. (Metaphorically, too – i.e., cutting out a wasteful or “work-causing” situation.) Relationships confront you mid-week: exciting meetings, challenges and opportunities. You could meet your match in love! That’s important now, as January to June luckily support weddings, love (and far travel, legal solutions, publishing and intellectual pursuits). Depths, secrets, intimacy and funding go well Friday/ Saturday. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Romance could hit a snag Sunday/Monday – it probably involves money or possessions – or difficulty “possessing” someone. For you, now to late 2012, romance and sensuality are firmly fused – study whether this will be a problem or a blessing. Creativity and speculation could face the same two-year snag, so be cautious with risk. Chores and health – the main themes of these few weeks – become important midweek. A new work project could begin. Work and health are tied strongly – and mostly beneficially – to finances, investments, research and sex. These four are lucky now to June.

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: You have to recognize a basic truth: between now and October 2012, all your efforts to advance in the world (via career, marriage, business, carving out the land, etc.) will be either helped or opposed by another (or others). You will have to form a partnership of interests – your ambition, their security. Be warned: this/these others are hard-headed, skeptical, want proof, not sweet persuasion. So, give proof – of your loyalty, reliability, skills. Sunday/Monday point this out. If you meet a barrier, re-read this. By Saturday, the “right path” appears. Social joys midweek! Taurus April 20-May 20: Love, law, learning and travel – all are a little rocky Sunday/Monday. Be patient – solutions arrive in a small way Monday eve through Tuesday morning, and in a big way Friday/ Saturday. What does the solution look like? Ambition and hard work. Higher-ups, bosses and parents, judges and VIPs are impatient and temperamental to late February, so tread lightly, show good humour, don’t be querulous (especially Friday morning!). Your ambitions can be very successful this week, especially Tuesday eve onward, if you’re eager. Good friends, flirts and social delights arrive late week! Gemini May 21-June 20: Take care with investments, debt, sexual urges, deep health, surgery, commitments and “secrets” Sunday/Monday. If you must handle something in these zones, do so Monday eve through Tuesday morning. Avoid a legal fight all month; but if you’re in one, it intensifies mid-January to late February. Despite the trauma, litigation might solve a problem and make a wish come true! Stability, hope and anger are your allies. The same period might bring gentle love with a hotheaded, idealistic person – intimacy moves toward destiny. Tuesday to Friday emphasizes these themes. Grab opportunities.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: I’ve mentioned several times over recent years, and will this whole decade, that domestic, property and security changes loom. These are emphasized this year and next, and might, during this time, present a) a puzzle to you, or b) a deeply experienced opportunity. This Sunday/Monday holds a problem or critical choice here – one that moves smoothly forward Tuesday, and meets a solution late week. (The solution involves work or health.) Now to June, relocation, new partnerships are lucky. Romance, creativity and risk lure you midweek, and could be the doorway to new partnership! Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: You will generally say what you mean Sunday eve – but this day and Monday can raise a barrier to communication that has been around for a year and will last to late next year. It could simply be that communications become burdensome (e.g., more emails – or IT glitches at your job) or, that gossip is a problem factor. You can set up or initiate a long-lasting communications solution Friday/Saturday, one that enhances both your career and security. Home, family, property concerns – February’s main focus – ﬂow well late Tuesday to Thursday. Romance, pleasure, beauty late week! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Both a money opening/opportunity and a money barrier arise Sunday/Monday. This “duo” exist now into October 2012 (and have, for awhile). During the entire phase, take care with expenses, spending, investing. The problem factor seems to involve wishes, or popularity or enjoyment – too much of these for your bank account, maybe? Mild money luck enters Thursday, for a month, and a solution to past and present money dilemmas is available late week. Casual friends, siblings, communications, errands, paperwork, curiosity ﬁll midweek. They “are” the money solution, here forward.

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Jan. 30 - Feb. 5 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness rise strongly Sunday to Tuesday midday – get out, ask favours, start important projects. If your project is monetary (or sensual) continue it through Thursday, as many “good starts” are available! Even Friday/Saturday continue to help – especially with money attached to career, property, and/or personal skills. Mid-January through February brings: a) the end of a money source, and/or b) the seeding of a new one, or c) money connected to property. Much can ﬂow to you – don’t let it ﬂow past/ away – save! Friends, errands, late week. Aquarius Jan.20-Feb.18: Rest,lie low,contemplate Sunday to Tuesday afternoon.You might spy a problem with communications, travel, intellectual, cultural or legal affairs Sunday/Monday. Keep the faith, because the rest of this week, especially Wednesday and Saturday, could brew the solution. (The solution lies in your own personality, your willingness to step forward and say, “This is me! And this is what I can do!” And that tendency, self-promotion, is highest and most successful this midweek, Tuesday-Thursday, and this month, February.) Chase money or spend (used items great) Friday/Saturday. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Your optimism and social desires rise Sunday to Tuesday afternoon. But you’re in an overall “recuperation mode” until Feb. 18, so don’t expect a lot. Be contemplative, restful, and gently private all week – especially Tuesday to Thursday, when weariness increases. (Great government, spiritual and health links midweek also.) You might notice a long-term problem (to October 2012) Monday, involving intimacy, sexuality, commitment, or focusing on your net worth, investments, debt. These dilemmas approach solutions Wednesday night and Saturday – or at least, show you how to “be safe.” timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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SHOWTIME EVENTS Comedy

Comedy night fundraiser

Drive the winter blues away with the February Blues Comedy Nite fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 12 at the Bradner Hall, 5305 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford. Three comedians, Barry Greenfeld, Kelly Dixon and Tim Reichert, and comedy hypnotist, Robert Mesmer, will leave you in stitches. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and there will be a full buffet dinner, door prizes and flowers for the ladies. Tickets are $30 at the Bradner General Store. For more information, call 604-8568441 or 604-856-2920.

Blue collar comedy

Larry the Cable Guy and Bill Engvall are bringing their irreverent brand of humour to the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on Sunday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. With his signature catchphrase ‘Git-RDone’ Larry the Cable Guy is selling out theatres and arenas across North America. Tickets are $49.50$59.50 (includes HST) and are available at the AESC box office, at www.abbotsfordcentre.ca or by phone at 1-866-977-2372. Arts & Culture

Winter art classes

Have fun with everything from felting to photography to fun with acrylics at art classes being offered at The Reach. There’s no better time than now to exercise your creativity. Check out the events and classes at www.thereach.ca or call 604-864-8087 ext. 111 or email info@thereach.ca.

Mission art show

The Heritage Exhibit and Art Show featuring Mission’s parks and cultural landscapes is looking for visual artists, photographers, performers, writers and historians to submit works in any medium for an upcoming show at the Mission Art Gallery on Feb. 2-20. Final selection of all pieces and presentations is on Jan. 31. The exhibit setup is Feb. 1. Contact Sharon at 604-615-6082 or bethsdottir@gmail.com for more details. Music

Gourmet Gallery

Enjoy a coffee and listen to the blues band Deception on Saturday, Jan. 29 at the Gourmet Gallery, at 8 p.m. (300-3033 Immel St., Abbotsford). Call 604-5040899 for details.

Finger Eleven

Heavy rock band Finger Eleven is coming to

the Clarke Theatre on Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster or at the door. The Clarke Theatre (604-820-3961) is at 33700 Prentis Ave. in Mission.

German sing-a-long

The ENVY

Gene Simmons’ first signing THE ENVY are coming to Mission Wednesday, Feb. 9 with a show at the Clarke Theatre. Their debut album will be released this Spring. The ENVY opened on nearly 30 dates across North America with KISS as part of The Hottest Show on Earth tour and are planned to be featured in two episodes of Gene Simmons’ Family Jewels TV show this Spring.

cians in the valley. The Historic Dewdney Pub is located 5 min. east of Mission, just off Hwy 7. Call 604-826-4762 for details.

music from the Pacific Spirit Choir, Abbotsford Youth Orchestra, and produced by Calvin Dyck, the concert will be full of surprises. Tickets are $25 and available at CVAM and House of James. Call 604852-3242 for details.

Dewdney Pub

Roger Potter hosts ‘Acoustic Open Mic’ every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Historic Dewdney Pub. Karaoke has returned on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. ‘Sunday Blues Jam’ in the ‘church of the blues’ is every Sunday from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., or later. Join the best blues musi-

Dance the night away on Friday, Jan. 21 at theASA Hall (33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford) from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost is $5.50 for members and $6 for non-members. Phone Jodie at 604- 850 2465 for details.

Blues classes

Phoenix swing

Blues classes for all levels of dancing, beginner to advanced, is on now for two more sessions on Sunday nights from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Cost is $10 per class at the ASA ballroom (33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford). Phone Jason at 604-308-3662.

Dances

Métis jigging

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Sing-a-longs at ASA

SHOWTIME

Free swing dance at the Phoenix Lounge (33780 King Rd.) on Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. There is a $5 door charge. This is a 19+ venue so be sure to bring ID. Check www.suburbanswing.com or call Jason or Crystal at 604308-3662 for details.

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The Reach launches a new season of Live at The Reach with a Valentine’s special featuring Rio Samaya, aka Pancho and Sal - a couple that make “beautiful music together” on Saturday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. With roots from South America, they play original, traditional and contemporary music. A magical combination of Latin Folk, African, and Rumba, the music for lovers will move body and soul. Tickets are $20 per person or $35 per couple and include bubbly, a red rose, special appetizers and a little Valentine’s chocolate. For tickets call 604864-8087 ext. 111, e-mail info@thereach.ca, online at thereach.ca. The Reach is located at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford.

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The Central Valley Acedemy of Music presents a Valentine’s special benefit concert on Sunday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Abbey Arts Centre (2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford). Opera comedienne Natalie Choquette, a soprano and diva like no other, will have the audience in stitches. With

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Merengue music

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NEW FEATURES FOR THE 2011 MODEL

• Mid-size Utility of the Year according to Auto123.com

• New 3.6L PentastarTM V6 delivering 290 hp

• New Premium Interior & 4-Wheel Independent Suspension

• Keyless Enter-N-Go with Proximity Sensor

• Quadra-Trac I® 4-Wheel Drive System

• More than 45 Safety & Security Features Optional Select-TerrainTM System UconnectTM System with Optional Garmin GPS

New Premium Interior

Keyless Enter-N-Go