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AHL commissioner David Andrews is aware of the domino effect moving the Phoenix Coyotes to Winnipeg could have; but it’s unlikely it involves Abbotsford becoming home to the Vancouver Canucks affiliate.

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on’t start shopping for that Cody Hodgson jersey just yet. On Thursday, American Hockey League commissioner David Andrews downplayed speculation in the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland that the NHL’s relocation of the Phoenix Coyotes to Winnipeg could open the door for the Canucks’ affiliate to land in Abbotsford. Still, the door’s not closed entirely.

Rumours swirl the Vancouver Canucks’ farm team might land here as NHL’s Coyotes impact Abbotsford and Chilliwack

Speculation began with the possibility of the Coyotes moving to Winnipeg due to the financial problems surrounding the Phoenix NHL club, which would oust the Manitoba Moose — and top Canucks prospects like Hodgson — out of the MTS Centre. Rumours grew with a report that the WHL’s Chilliwack Bruins were

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to trim costs, look for new revenue and streamline city operations and processes. Some of the biggest operating savings were the result of changes around how the city purchased natural gas and a review of its vehicle pool. The city decided to bypass natural gas suppliers like Terasen, and bought directly from the Sumas Spot Exchange for its two larger facilities, the Matsqui and Abbotsford recreation centres, for a total savings of $182,000. The city examined its fleet and, among other things,

cost-savings initiative saved the City of Abbotsford close to $800,000 in 2010. Karen Sinclair, director of strategic planning and business improvement, told council Monday that efficiencies projects resulted in net operating savings of $487,200 and $295,000 in capital savings for a total of $782,200. The cost efficiencies are the result of projects undertaken by the city’s office of business improvement, which started up in 2009

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abbotsfordtimes.com eliminated the need for 11 vehicles saving $106,700, said Sinclair. The city also decided against the purchase of additional vehicles it was saving for, allowing for the significant one-time capital savings amount, said Sinclair. The new initiative is successful enough that the business improvement office has set an equally ambitious savings goal for this year. “In 2011 we want to meet or surpass what we achieved

[in 2010] and have operating savings of $500,000,” said Sinclair, who noted that amount translates into a significant tax break for Abbotsford residents. A one per cent property tax increase in the City of Abbotsford budget roughly equals a million dollars. “That [2011 saving’s goal] is equal to saving half a per cent property tax increase,” she said. Some projects planned this year include reviews of city facilities and the police department’s vehicle fleet, and Sinclair hopes they will

yield similar savings. “We want to look at where we spend money, how we spend money and how can we do it differently,” she said. It’s not just the business improvement office looking for city savings, said Sinclair. All city employees and departments are making suggestions for how to do things better, she said. “From recruiting goats to keep blackberry brambles out of community gardens, to tendering our asphalt contract in a new innovative way, employees are on the lookout for improvement opportunities.”

Coyotes ravage abandoned puppies Three dogs found: one dead, one hurt ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

ission resident Daphne Nicholson heard the most blood-curdling noise coming from the woods of Wren Park behind her house last week. Coyotes barking and yelping in the park are a regular occurrence, but the sounds from the forest the night of Wednesday, March 2 were different, said Nicholson, who went on her deck and peered into blackness to try and see what was going on. “It was just a horrible noise . . . this was just different. It was a yelping . . . I’m still sick to my stomach,” she said Wednesday. Ni c h o l s o n a n d h e r h u s b a n d assumed a group of coyotes had gotten into a vicious fight. But the pair made a gruesome discovery when they went out to explore the next morning. A distance back into the woods, among broken and trampled ferns, the couple found a dead puppy with its stomach ripped open. The Nicholson’s immediately retreated so their dogs didn’t disturb the remains. Back on the road they ran into

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Jim Howarth and his daughter Kimberly cuddle one of the three-monthold pups they rescued from the forest, above, while Mission Animal Control officer Christopher Jones, right, holds the injured puppy in a safe embrace at the control shelter in west Mission.

their neighbour, Jim Howarth, who was driving around in his truck asking people if they were missing any dogs. He told the Nicholson’s he had rescued two puppies, one of them badly injured, from the forest near his house. Nicholson was outraged. She’s convinced someone abandoned the pups to their fate in the wilderness.

“[The owner] should be dropped off in the middle of a grizzly-bear forest and tied to a tree just like he did to those puppies,” she said. “What comes around goes around. I’d like to get my hands on him.” Howarth is equally dismayed someone would treat such young animals so badly. He and his 17-year-old daughter

Kimberly ventured out into the night with flashlights after being jolted awake by screams from the forest. “It was an eerie, eerie, eerie sound – like something being ripped apart,” he said. The pair was picking their way along a forest path when Howarth saw something sprawled on the see PUPPIES, page A10

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Huge donation for Canuck Place Lede takes charge with $2.5M gift IAN AUSTIN The Province

all it Canuck Place 2.0. Or, as it will now be known, Dave Lede House. Lede, owner of the Ledcor Group of Companies, announced Monday his namesake foundation will donate $2.5 million towards the $13-million capital campaign to construct a second children’s hospice in Abbotsford.

“The Dave Lede Family Charitable Foundation have a long history of supporting paediatric initiatives across North America.” – JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

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Flowers still adorn the site where a pregnant woman and her father were killed on South Fraser Way and Ware St. last March.

No criminal charges in crash that killed pregnant woman ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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pital on Sept. 15 with family at his side, according to police. The family was out for a walk to celebrate Wilson’s 27th birthday, and were waiting on a pedestrian median to cross Ware Street when the collision took place. Cochrane has not had significant contact with police in the past, said MacDonald. “As far as police interactions go, it’s an unremarkable history until that tragic day.” Cochrane previously pleaded guilty in April 2008 for driving with a suspended licence. He was handed a 12-month driving prohibition. MacDonald said people should focus on supporting the family who have suffered such a terrible loss. “What everybody should be doing is focusing on the victims’ family because they are incredible people,” he said. “The strength they have demonstrated through unimaginable adversity is not only exemplary, but the ties keeping this family together should act as a lesson to everyone.” Cochrane’s next appearance in Abbotsford provincial court is set for April 14.

he driver of the truck involved in an Abbotsford crash last March that killed a pregnant woman and her father was charged on Thursday. Shaun James Cochrane, 24, is facing a Motor Vehicle Act charge of driving with undue care and attention close to the first-year anniversary of their deaths. Abbotsford Police Const. Ian MacDonald said crash investigators had recommended a criminal charge of dangerous driving causing death. “Our investigators looked at the set of facts, and it appeared that the driving behaviour was indicative of some form of negligence,” said MacDonald. “However, after very careful consideration by Crown, they didn’t feel the case, based on the facts, would support a criminal charge.” Laurel Wilson, 27, and her unborn child were killed March 13, 2010 after a Ford F-150 pickup hit a Honda Prelude in the intersection South Fraser Way and Ware Street at 1 p.m. The out-of-control car then collided with three pedestrians — Wilson, who was seven months pregnant, her husband Kevin and her father Albert Ralph Jewell. Jewell, 66, later died in hos-

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Filomena Nalewajec, CEO of Canuck Place, announces the new name on Monday. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice, we are able to reach children and families across BC.” The existing Canuck Place hospice provides care to over 400 children with life-threatening illness and their families. The goal of the program is to provide world-class health care within a homelike environment. “We are so grateful for the generosity and support of Mr. Lede,” said Filomena Nalewajek, CEO of Canuck Place Children’s Hospice. “His ongoing support of our program and his leader-

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local social activist and educator will be celebrating 100 years of inspirational local women at the International Women’s Day event Friday night at the Legacy Sports Centre in Abbotsford. “My idea is to really inspire women, to harness the power that is within them. That’s my goal,” said keynote speaker Satwinder Bains, director of the Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies at University of the Fraser Valley. Women have to recognize they still have a long row to hoe, and are nowhere near equal she said. But they must also

be inspired by what is happening around them today. “We are not resting on the laurels of fights or wars previous women have fought,” said Bains. “But we are inspired to take what we can bring, each one of us, to our lives and to society and community. I hope I can inspire people.” The local event, presented by the Women’s Resource Society of the Fraser Valley, with other local partners, will feature a buffet dinner, silent auction, door prizes and entertainment. Proceeds from the event will go to three international charities that work with women, and these will be announced at the end of the evening.

Woman kept in ‘solitary’ 3 years Worm’s stay in Abbotsford prison could change system SAM COOPER The Province

h e B. C . C i v i l L i b e r ties Association says a 24-year-old woman has unlawfully spent over three years in an isolation cell in an Abbotsford prison.

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abbotsfordtimes.com “She would spend days on end counting the bricks in the wall just trying to keep a grip on her basic sense of humanity.” – Grace Pastine

O n M o n d a y, B C C L A litigation director Grace Pastine said a constitutional challenge seeking to “drastically reform” the use of solitary confinement in Canadian prisons was launched in B.C. Supreme Court in the form of a civil claim on behalf of the woman, Bobby Lee Worm. The BCCLA says Worm has been confined up to 23 hours a day in a 10-by8-foot cell for months at a time – and prison authorit i e s d o n’t h a v e t o s e e k approval. Worm, a First Nations woman originally from Saskatchewan, committed robberies to support her drug habit and suffers mental illnesses related to physical and sexual

abuse in childhood, Pastine says. Court records show Worm was sentenced for robbery and assault in 2006 and was convicted in February 2010 for “uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm” against corrections officers. While in prison, she fought other prisoners and threatened prison staff. Her sentence at Fraser Valley Institution is scheduled to expire in October 2012. Pastine says a number of studies show solitar y confinement – especially lengthy periods – causes “devastating psychological and physiological effects.” Worm has served most of her sentence confined with no meaningful human contact, which will comp o u n d h e r p re - e x i s t i n g mental illness and make it harder for her to reintegrate when she’s released, Pastine said. “Bobby Lee has told us that being in solitary confinement for years has emotionally and psychologically shattered her,” Pastine said. “She would spend days on end counting the bricks in the wall just trying to keep a grip on her basic sense of humanity.” BCCLA counsel Carmen Cheung said prison authorities continue to reject outside calls for oversight of their indefinite segregation powers. Department of Corrections spokesman Alain Charette said he is aware of the BCCLA’s statement of claim, but will not comment while the case is before the courts. ◗ The BCCL A claim was filed on Friday and also seeks damages for Worm. A statement of defence has not been filed.

“We are not resting on the laurels of fights or wars previous women have fought . . .” – Satwinder Bains

Tickets are still available and range from $5 to $40 (on a sliding scale of what patrons can afford). ◗ Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Legacy Sports Centre on the Abbosford Exhibition Grounds, 3270 Trethewey St. Call 604-820-8455 for more details.

– JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

Satwinder Bains, director of the Centre for Indo-Canadian Studies at UFV is the keynote speaker for the Women’s Day event.

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he massive audience sat spellbound as Nehal Azab took to the podium and started to recount the days just over a month ago when the people rose up and overthrew the government in her homeland of Egypt. “All kinds of people were trying to be part of what was happening in Tahrir Square,” she said, describing the massive March of Millions demonstrations, which eventually brought down the 30-year-long reign of Hosni Mubarak. “Even though they were strangers, it felt like they belonged to the same family,” she said of her fellow countrymen. “Those people were so connected with each other and it was so beautiful to be a part of it.” Azab, who had gone back to Egypt in late January to visit family, only to get caught up in the demonstrations in Cairo before returning to Canada and her home in Abbotsford, was the keynote speaker at the annual Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards last week. “They did not lose their

– JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

Nehal Azab spoke recently about the March of Millions in Egypt. sense of community and humanity. They had to protect each other when there was nobody else to protect them,” she said. “I’m hoping that tonight when you leave, you will have some of my stories in you and it will have a small effect of how we live here in Abbotsford.” Abbotsford Community Services, which is front and centre when it comes to all things culturally diverse in Abbotsford, put on the ninth annual awards ceremony March 4 at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre. The event honours the best

among Fraser Valley businesses and service providers in responding to, and being inclusive of the diversity in the region.

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Inclusive Environment – Chilliwack Library Marketing – Mission Literacy in Motion (Building United Services) Outreach – CIVL Radio, UFV Reflective Workforce – Loblaw Pharmacy Innovative Initiative – Close Look Productions Champion of Diversity – Inta Schorcht

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Seat belts are an obvious answer to the laws of physics and so it comes as no great surprise that the ﬁrst patents for them date back to the late 19th century. But the threepoint seat belt used in most vehicles today wasn’t patented until 1951, and it wasn’t until

The good news about seat belts continues. Both Mercedes Benz and Ford have recently heralded a seat belt/airbag combination for rear-seat passengers. Crash sensors activate inflation of the two-layer belt webbing doubling its width within fractions of a second. The instantly wider, cushioned belt reduces pressure on the passenger’s chest by distributing the force more widely, and increases control over the head and neck motion. Ford’s plan is to offer this new technology in its vehicles globally. Seat belts have been the subject of recent media discussion about nanny-statism run amok. In 1970, Victoria, Australia was the first jurisdiction in the world to pass legislation compelling drivers and front-seat passengers to wear seat belts. Since then, although such legislation has become commonplace, the debate has continued over its legitimacy as “solely aimed to protect a man from himself” and as an unacceptable infringement of liberty. Perhaps the time has come to thrash about new, more truly problematic, examples. Cedric Hughes L.L.B. Leslie McGuffin L.L.B. www.roadrules.ca

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ince Tuesday marked International Women’s Day, I think this is as good a time as any to run through the basic stages in a man’s life. The first stage is the one in which suggesting that men are superior to women may get a young fellow a solid swat upside the head from his mother. Now some boys figure it out at this stage, either because they somehow retained some rational genes from their mother’s side, or because they don’t like getting swatted upside the head. Those who don’t have to go through another stage: in which even hinting that women aren’t as important as men may earn a thump across the skull from a younger sister. And if you still don’t get it, the third stage in a man’s life is that period during which forwarding the proposition that women are inferior to men in any way may get him a smack across the jaw – and even worse, a cold, cold shoulder – from his girlfriend. Provided he somehow survives stage three, our intrepid young man will advance to the next stage in his life: the one in which an obtuse lack of understanding of the realities of life, as evidenced by any insinuation that women are somehow the “weaker sex,” may get him another swat upside the head from his wife – especially if the “weaker” partner in his relationship is a mother in her own right. Now, here is something I’ve

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Odd thoughts had a lot of trouble understanding about some men, the MCPs (that’s “male chauvinist pigs,” for those of you who didn’t live through the Seventies) – they have mothers and sisters, and some even have daughters, although that’s one thing I’ve never been able to understand about some women. Not one of them would so much as suggest trading places in the birthing chamber with their wives (or mistresses), who are supposedly less physically capable than they are. Now, me? I’ve spent most of my life being thankful that I really am a member of the weaker sex, because I don’t have to deal with a lot of the really hard lifting that the stronger sex has to deal with. I’m not talking about firefighting or lumberjacking or construction work (which I’ve done). Those are all child’s play compared to the routine that women are expected to deal with – and keep your complaints to yourself, thank you very much. And our thanks to them, as the leaders and power-brokers of our shared but steadfastly exclusive political structure, has been to enact laws that penal-

ize women for having children – and penalize them for not having children. We have yet to appropriately assign “employment value” to the difficult job of raising the male children who will become tomorrow’s power brokers, and female children who will give birth to and raise the next crop of power brokers. And if they break away and get into the “workforce,” women can expect their male counterparts’ magnanimity to extend as far as about 75 to 80 per cent of the pay they would likely get if they had been born “stronger.” I considered myself fortunate, on the gender balance sheet, until I read an article in an esteemed science journal, which explored the reasons why women live longer than men. Women live longer? Well, yes, ever since more of them started surviving building babies, they’ve tended to outlive us robust men by five or six years. And here’s the crux of the research: we smug men used to think that women live longer because they suffer less stress and physical hardship in their cushy routine of cleaning floors, washing dishes, maybe straightening out the odd picture on the wall, and enjoying their children. Actually, it turns out, it’s the higher stress and physical hardship they endure through their lives that keeps them strong – for longer – than men.

uesday marked the 100th anniversary of the first International Women’s Day. First celebrated as an international event on March 19, 1911, International Working Women’s Day had been proposed nearly a year earlier, at an international women’s conference in Denmark, as a day to fight for the rights of women in the workplace and on the political stage. At the time, few women around the world had the right to hold public office, or even to vote in democratic elections. A century later, we can look at the unquestioning progress towards gender equality in progressive countries like Canada, the United States, most of Europe, and elsewhere. And yet, on a truly international level, there are still millions of women in dozens of countries who have no more rights than they did hundreds of years ago. Indeed, in many parts of the world, women still have no right to vote or even to voice their own opinions without fear of reprisal – in some cases physical or even fatal reprisal, if not always sanctioned by law, then often with its tacit approval. Although it is no longer permissible in North America for a man to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb (the infamous “rule of thumb”), violence against women continues. In Canada, a woman is more likely to be murdered by her own spouse than she is to be the fatal victim of a robbery or other non-domestic criminal incidents. Despite the achievements towards gender equality in this country since 1911, women are still less likely to be accepted in important political positions. Why should it have been such a remarkable aspect of Christy Clark’s victory in the BC Liberal party’s leadership contest that she is a woman? Only one woman before has been entrusted with B.C.’s premiership – for a short time. And employers who marked International Women’s Day by leaving a rose on their secretary’s desk should consider what else they might have done instead, to work towards the gender equality that continues to elude women on the 100th anniversary of their special day. ■ To comment on this editorial, e-mail us at letters@abbotsfordtimes.com.

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Right idea, wrong place (and city) for sculpture I want to salute local First Nations artist Raphael Silver for his sculpture. Elegant. It left me interested in seeing other works by Mr. Silver. I also offer Mr. Silver my condolences, as had his art been purchased by a fiscally sound and well managed city, or even an adequately managed city, the $64,000 would be considered to have been well spent. Unfortunately for Mr. Silver, he is dealing with the City of Abbotsford which, under its current mayor and council, does not meet even minimal standards of fiscal and management adequacy. Leaving Mr. Silver’s artistry overshadowed by yet another demonstration by mayor and council of how out of touch with any sense of thrift, restraint, fiscally responsible behaviour or taxpayer’s wants or needs council is. Council may consider $64,000 to be chump change, but $64,000 here, $64,000 there and before long it adds up to real money. The kind of money that the mayor, council and city management should have been setting aside to cover the $230 million cost of the needed new water supply. In addition Mr. Silver’s art deserves a location where it can be savoured, rather than glimpsed – the case with its location at the center of one of Abbotsford’s new safe transitchallenged roundabouts. I wonder how many accidents will be caused, or claimed to have been caused, by drivers distracted by the sculpture. How many drivers will not see or have a chance to appreciate Mr. Silver’s art because they are focused on surviving their encounter with the roundabout? Might I suggest that, rather than straining their arms patting themselves on the back for the $5 million ‘saved’, it would have been better to have invested the ‘savings’ making the roundabouts more travelable, rather than leaving them in their current ‘accidents waiting to happen’ state.

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Local cartoonist Ernie Poignant, 92, proves he’s still on top of current affairs with this drawing depicting Abbotsford’s new art piece at the McCallum round-a-bout (see letters left and below). Poignant’s version bears the message ‘Look up here, not at your cellphone.’ But then making sensible investments in the basic operating infrastructure (roads, water etc.) of Abbotsford has never been of interest to council. Vanity projects – yes. Nuts and bolts infrastructure and maintenance – no. James W. Breckenridge Abbotsford

Native art is a part of our reconciliation Editor, the Times:

Our community is responding to the First Nations monument on McCallum Road and it appears that the cost is everyone’s main concern. No one has recognized that the monument is a reflection of our continuing obligation to reconcile with the First Nations

People for past transgressions, which were imposed on them. History reminds us of a papal bull issued in 1493 that classified natives in the newly discovered Americas as uncivilized savages who had no right to lands, liberty or personal possessions. The British used germ warfare by giving unsuspecting natives pieces of old blankets infected with Small Pox under the guise that they were prayer cloths with special powers. There were many other shameful atrocities, all of which ultimately led to the subjugation of the natives and their cultures to conquest, disease and slavery. We are very fortunate that Pope John Paul ll, as head of the Christian com-

munity, had the integrity to acknowledge and apologize to the world for the tormented phases in the Church’s history. By doing so, he released himself and the rest of us from the bondage of infallibility that was so detrimental to society’s overall well being. The art work on McCallum Road truly symbolizes that we are coming out of the dark ages where we can accept the first nations people as our fellow human beings and work towards helping our respective cultures survive and thrive together. There are approximately 140,000 residents in Abbotsford which means that the cost of the McCallum art works ought to be around 50 cents or less per person. This is a very small price for such a powerfully subjective work of art and I am grateful to our city councillors who supported this initiative. John Skorupa Abbotsford

Something to like in new U-district idea Editor, the Times:

It’s ever so nice to have a politician say something I can agree with. Well, almost. In the article New U-district could serve as urban anchor (Times, March 8), Mayor Peary states that the development “would be largely fuelled by private sector investment.” I would suggest a change from “largely” to “entirely,” as is expected in other areas of our fine city. (Unless, of course, we are looking at social housing, which I doubt.) Even if City Hall doesn’t pay attention to the taxpayer, municipal representatives should have caught the hint that enough is enough already. From buying expensive land, to taking down sound buildings to relocating tenants, to remediating the land to purchasing farm land for parking to spending a couple million on a clock to restructuring a brand-new

building for a professional sports league, to subsidizing the local hockey team, and on and on, way too many tax dollars have already landed in close proximity to our university (a institution that I do very much appreciate, by the way).

And a 25-year plan is tickety-boo. Except I wish they’d implemented same before widening an easily traversed street into a thoroughfare suitable for drag racing. Regina Dalton Abbotsford

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fetched the animals that afternoon. Sherry Taylor, who heads the shelter, said a week later the puppies are doing well. They appear to be Doberman-shepherd crosses that are about 3 months old. The one puppy is energetic and loving. “She’s a real firecracker,” said Taylor. The other who had to have surgery due to a collapsed lung and the infected puncture wounds to her neck is a little more reserved, but well on her way to recovery. T h e How a r t h a n d h i s daughter visited the shelter Wednesday to check in on the pups. “They should be called Lucky and Chance,” saidHowarth, caressing the ears of the healthy pup. The pair will eventually go up for adoption, said Talyor. Howarth’s business partner, with him when he found the second pup, wants one. Howar th is ponder ing adopting the other, despite already having too many animals on his rural property. “We already have three dogs,” he said. “But I’ve certainly thought about [adopting it]. After what it’s been through, after all the bad . . . she’s going to be real loyal to someone who treats her good.”

City razed 15 homes in 2010 Good Neighbour Project dealt with 533 bylaw gripes

bbotsford City Council heard the year-end results of its Good Neighbour Project spearheaded by bylaw enforcement in 2010.

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abbotsfordtimes.com The project, established in July, allows residents to anonymously report unsightly and neglected properties in Abbotsford neighbourhoods. A total of 533 notices were levied last year against properties featuring wrecked vehicles, an accumulation of garbage on the property and or general unsightliness. E n f o rc e m e n t a g a i n s t nuisance and abandoned houses under the Community Charter was also increased and resulted in the demolition of 15 houses deemed safety hazards or locations for criminal activity to occur. Bylaw officers also conducted 47 safety inspections in homes suspected of being involved in drug production (43 marijuana grow-ops and

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Enforcement against abandoned houses under the Community Charter was also increased, resulting in the demolition of 15 houses deemed safety hazards or part of criminal activity. two meth labs) and issued 45 orders to property owners to undertake prescribed measures to ensure the residences were safe again. The proactive approach undertaken by the bylaw

department is part of the work of the Crime Reduction Task Force set up in 2009 to build a safer, healthier and more inclusive community. Mayor George Peary told

council he had received lots of positive feedback from citizens around the Good Neighbour policy and the demolition of derelict homes. -ROCHELLE BAKER/TIMES

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“But 12 of our franchises are directly owned by NHL teams so that affiliation isn’t changing.” Andrews also commented on the possibility an AHL team could be headed to Chilliwack if the Bruins vacate to the B.C. capital.

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local ownership. Heat president and CEO Tom Mauthe was not available for comment. When contacted by the Times, Canucks GM Mike Gillis offered this statement: “ We h a v e h a d a l o n g standing relationship with the Manitoba Moose and our players enjoy playing in Winnipeg. The Moose, led by Mark Chipman and Craig Heisinger, run a first class organization. It is not appropriate for our hockey club to comment on business that relates to another NHL market, any questions pertaining to possible NHL relocation should be directed to the NHL office.” The AHL commissioner admitted the league is looking into contingency plans should the NHL relocate back

with the Manitoba Moose and our players enjoy playing in Winnipeg.” – Mike Gillis Canucks GM

“There hasn’t been a whisper of anything related to Chilliwack at all.” Despite a small but loyal fan base the region, the Heat, and the City of Abbotsford, have drawn criticism from hockey fans and political critics alike because of the team’s affiliation with the Calgary Flames and the 10year deal, which taxpayers must subsidize if the team falls below $5.7 million in revenue guaranteed for the

to Winnipeg, however the issue is not a priority because there hasn’t been an official decision made around the franchise in Phoenix. “We’re waiting to see how it plays out, there’s not much else that we can do at this point,” said Andrews. “Attempting to plan for next year on the assumption that either it isn’t going to happen or the assumption that it is going to happen is really wasting a lot of valuable time. “Until we know the status of the Winnipeg franchise, there is not much happening.” Should the situation with the NHL and the Coyotes continue to persist, Andrews said the AHL in Winnipeg would become more of a concern.

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t was none other than the Scottish author and politician, John Buchan, Baron Tweedsmuir, (1875-1940), the 15th Governor General of Canada who said, “An atheist is a man without any invisible means of support.” But regardless of our outward profession of religion I am afraid many of us are closet atheists. In common parlance we invoke the Almighty – “Oh my God!” to express joy or surprise, or “God help me!” when in danger. But it’s just a mode of expression The truth is we have a strong belief in what we can see and touch but almost zero belief in the invisible, and that to our detriment. For you see, though God is indeed invisible, the whole of creation testifies to His existence. The very use of the term “creation” embraces the idea of a creator. If the universe just came together by chance, then what

resulted is not a creation. What it would be, I do not know. The English poet William Cowper (1731-1800) penned the following words, “God moves in a mysterious way His wonders to perform. He plants His footsteps in the sea, And rides upon the storm.” And in the last stanza of his poem says, “Blind unbelief is sure to err, And scan His work in vain. God is His own interpreter, And He will make it plain.” Of course Cowper was really just echoing the thoughts expressed in Psalm 19:1-2: “The heavens are telling the glory of God and their expanse is declaring the work of His hands. Day to day pours forth speech and night to night reveals knowledge.” What a pity it is that we should marvel at and revel in the beauty of a glorious sunset or the grandeur of a clear star-studded night sky and have no one to thank for

BERT WARDEN

Faith that matters it. But how satisfying to realize that all this was created by a loving God for the enjoyment of us humans – If not for us, then for whom? A cow cannot appreciate the beauty of a sunset nor a pig the scent of a rose. The Apostle Paul reiterates nature’s strong witness to the reality of God’s existence. Speaking of humankind’s denial of God’s existence from ancient times, he says, “…that which is known about God is evident within them. For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen,

being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse. For even though they knew God they did not honor Him as God or give thanks but they became futile in their speculations and their foolish heart was darkened.” (Rom. 1:19-21) The orderly operation of the universe and the reliability and immutability of the seasons and the laws of nature all testify to the existence of a creative and controlling power over all. If not God, then whom? That very reliability and immutability are the basis for the development of scientific investigation as we know it. Unfortunately it seems the more we humans learn about the marvels and mysteries of creation, both the micro and the macro – and we know tons more than any generation before us – the less credibility we give to the Creator.

How true it is that there are none so blind as those who will to not see. And this of course is why we need more than just general revelation about God (that which we see in nature) in order to know Him, and is also why he sent his only Son (Jesus Christ, the God man) to reveal himself to us and to die for our sins. Jesus said, “The god of this world [Satan] has blinded the minds of those who believe not lest they should see with their eyes and hear with their ears and I should save them.” Life is short, death is sure, sin is the cause but Christ the cure. Believe in Him today and begin enjoying life to the full. ■ Bert Warden is a former missionary

and retired C&MA pastor and is a regular contributor to this column. He is a member of Sevenoaks Alliance Church in Abbotsford.

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Managing faith and money power to get wealth.” od has given us tools, I encourage you to read gifts, and talents that Deuteronomy 28:1-14 because He expects us to multiply it lists all the blessings God and use including the way ALICE we manage money. In will pour out for you when MARYNIUK you obey His Word. Blessings Matthew 25:14-28 Jesus involve wellness, wholeness, tells about the parable of Above and happiness, and favour. Agree the three servants who were given five, three and with God (Amos 3:3). beyond one talent. Leviticus 27:30 tells us that One talent is approximately $1,000. In the tithe belongs to the Lord. The tithe is verse 24, the servant who buried his money 10 per cent of all your increase, it is the first and did nothing with it, was not faithful fruits, not the leftovers and it is to be given in multiplying what was given to him. The with joy. Don’t say “I hate tithing.” Proverbs money was not his, it was lent to him, but 3:9-10 says, “Honour the Lord with your he was expected to make good use of it. possessions and with the first fruits of all How you manage what belongs to someone your increase so your barns will be filled else will determine how much will belong with plenty and your vats will overflow with to you. new wine.” Some people do not want the responAccording to Malachi 3:8-12, when we sibility of handling money. According to tithe, the windows of heaven open up and Luke 16, we are to be faithful stewards. God God pours out ideas, insight, creativity, expects us to increase according to our abilconcepts, wisdom and favour. God says, ity. We are to be producers, not consumers. “Prove me, and test me in this.” He will pour It is the law of proper management. blessings out. Blessings refer to favour, wellGod gives us the power to get wealth. ness, protection, prosperity, and happiness. When we tithe we are responsible to bring it That means He gives us the ability, and the into the storehouse. This is the place where capability to get wealth. Deuteronomy 8:18, we get fed spiritually. It is important that says “And you shall remember the Lord, your God, for it is He who gives you the this money be properly managed.

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Rice is nice, but Quinoa is better

hanks to protein and low carb diets, the awareness of carbohydrate levels is very prevalent in our society. However, starches are making their way back to our dinner tables. Besides pasta and potatoes, rice is always a favourite accompaniment on our plates, and there are many varieties available to us. Are they all so bad? Not really, but let’s look at our choices and compare them to Quinoa. Ask any dietician and they will most likely tell you that our diets should include a balanced combination of almost all foods – all foods in moderation, that is. Moderation is the key, but when inquiring further, you will realize there is a preference for brown grains verses white. White rice grains are less nutri-

tious because the milling process strips the grain of the bran. Normally when we consume nature made ingredients, they are always more nutritious the closer they are to their original natural state. Brown rice has approximately the same number of calories and carbohydrates as white rice. The difference is brown rice has just the outer husk removed from the rice grain, whereas white rice has the husk and the bran removed. There are a couple of set backs to for the additional health benefits, however it takes twice as long to cook, and it spoils faster in the dry form as it still contains the essential oils of the rice germ. If eating white rice is not a concern for you, then there are a number to choose from; long

grain, short grain, Basmati, Jasmine, etc. Out of all of these options, I normally choose Basmati for my busy lifestyle. It cooks the fastest – once the water comes to a boil, cover and simmer for ten to twelve minutes and then serve. It is very fragrant and the delicate grains are a compliment to many rice recipes. Short grain rice is very popular with sushi making. It is mixed with a brine to aid in the binding qualities needed for shaping and to give it distinct sushi rice flavour. For my sushi rice, I dissolve one tablespoon of salt and one-quarter cup of sugar into one third of a cup of rice vinegar, over medium heat. This will make enough to season approximately 3 cups dry shortgrain rice, cooked.

Wild rice is a grain that is actually classified as a “grass.” When compared to cooked brown and white rice, it offers a lower calories, lower carbohydrates and higher protein. Wild rice is more coarse when served on its own, and therefore is great mixed in combination with other rices. Quinoa (pronounced “keenwah”), also known as Inca rice, is really a seed, not a grain. It comes from broadleaf plants originally native to the Inca people of South America. It has a somewhat similar appearance to couscous shaped pasta. Quinoa is superior to other grains because it is a complete protein, containing a balanced set of essential amino acids. It offers similar protein and carbohydrate levels as wild rice, a simi-

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On cooking lar calorie count as white or brown rice, but with a higher natural fat content and a nutty flavour. Quinoa can be cooked in the same manner as rice, or cooked without a lid, for more texture. We sauté the dry grains in olive oil and garlic before adding liquid, and then we stir occasionally, without a lid, until all the liquid is absorbed and evaporated. If you are tired of serving rice, this makes for a great alternative. ■ Chef Dez is a food columnist, culi-

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Lifetime Learning Centre presents the fourth annual Mission Writers and Readers Festival on Saturday, March 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Explore the writings of local and regional literati, speed networking sessions, workshops for youth and more. Silent auction and prizes. This year we focus on youth in conjunction with World Youth Day and welcome Dr. Elizabeth Bachinsky from UFV. It all happens at UFV Heritage Park campus, 33700 Prentis Ave. Mission. Fee is $30, students (with ID) $10.

Explore Biblical justice

Do Justice, Love Fearlessly, a seminar exploring Biblical justice locally and internationally, is Saturday, March 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at New Life Church, 35270 DeLair Rd., Abbotsford. There will be worship, prayer, a keynote address by Kurt Ver Beek (Honduran Christian human rights advocate), Ron Dark UFV professor, and others, workshops, multimedia presentation, networking and more. Cost is $15 for pre-registration, $20 at the door and includes a hot lunch and refreshments. Call 604-852-1585 or online at newlifecrc.ca for details.

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lar synchronized movements perfectly delivered by cadet squadrons from across the Lower Mainland. The 861 Silverfox Air Cadets will be hosting the Tri-Elemental Drill Competition on Sunday, March 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cadet Building, 32470 Haida Dr., Abbotsford. The event is free and open to the public. Call 604-8525755 for more information.

G e o r g e F e r g u s o n Wa y, Abbotsford). Join historian John Mitchell on a trip back to the 1860’s for an expedition along the challenging Cariboo Wagon Road. Registration is required. Phone 604-859-7814 for details.

Veggie garden workshop

Cannor Nursery is hosting Let’s Get Growing! on Sunday, March 13 at 2 p.m. in support of the community gardens in Abbotsford. In conjunction with Dragonlily Gardens, Let’s Get Growing! is a workshop of what to plant and when to start your vegetable garden, inside and/or outside, presented by Debbie Ego, manager at Cannor Nursery. Local community garden representatives will be on hand for those interested in growing their own produce. RSVP to dragonlilygardens@gmail. com or 604-859-9726.

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2 New faucet: Often referred to as the jewels of the bathroom, replacing old taps with gleaming new faucets gives a custom, personalized look to the bathroom. The hot new trend is square, angular, singlelever faucets in white or black matte finish. Cost: $100 to $1,100

1 Lighting: Bye-bye ugly light bar above the mirror and hello sleek, streamlined wall sconces. “Updating the lighting is a quick and easy way to rejuvenate a bathroom,” says designer Dean Large. Besides adding a stylish look to the room, Large

3 Adjustable shower: A drizzling rain shower head may be relaxing, but not a practical choice for daily showering because it doesn’t provide enough water pressure. Large recommends pairing a fixed shower head on an adjustable bar

“to accommodate the heights of all family members” – with a handheld shower to make it easy to wash down the tub or rinse off your legs while shaving. Cost: from $200 4 Bathtub liner: If your bathroom is a throwback to the 1960s, the tub is likely a gaudy dusty rose, mint green or mocha beige. Rather than rip it out and all the surrounding tile, Bath Fitter (bathfitter.com) sells a moulded, acrylic tub and wall liner that fits right over the existing eyesore. Best part: It can be installed in just one day. Cost: $2,200 to $3,200, depending on style, colour and ceiling height 5 Anti-slip protection: Rubber bath mats are designed to prevent nasty spills in the tub or shower,

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thing as simple as installing new pulls or handles on the vanity can transform the look of the cabinet doors and drawers. Cost: 99 cents to $20. Some stores, including Lee Valley Tools (leevalley. com), offer discounts when you buy larger quantities.

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ith the holidays long ove r a n d V i s a b i l l s bulging, it’s hard to think of buying anything for yourself let alone accessories for the home, but it’s that “what’s hot, what’s not” time again. The new year brings blogs and magazines full of the year’s top decorating trends. Flip through the pages and you’ll see traditional has had a relaxed makeover; modern decor has become softer and more earthy; industrial has moved from the loft to the farmhouse, and black is back in a big way. And they all have one thing in common - none of the 2011 decor trends are

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in your home - yet. Last year, we embraced safari style in our living rooms, Hollywood regency mirrors in every bathroom of the house and groovy fabrics on granny furniture. This year, it’s all about downplayed luxury: velvetclad pillows and couches; unexpected wallpaper on places like the ceiling; upholstered walls with funky fabric and making sure that one room has a spotlight piece – like a self-standing tub in the bathroom. When it comes to design styles, understanding how to create “the mix” - blending old with new - is still all the rage. Traditional interiors don’t work unless they are relaxed with leather and chintz sitting side by side; girlie glam has gone downtown and found its way into warehouse spaces where chandeliers and concrete are becoming friends, and farmhouses have turned industrial with marble counters and exposed bulb lighting. It’s confusing, but it works. “Trends are about modernizing older styles. A year ago, the industrial chic was all the rage,” says Margot Austin, the senior design editor at Style at Home magazine. “ Yo u k n ow, l o f t s w i t h exposed beams and lots of stainless steel. This year it has

given way to a touch of country with soft shapes, white painted walls, apron sinks. All of that, mixing with stainless appliances and concrete floors.” Part of a team that determines the Top 10 list for Style at Home, Austin weeds through many hot looks for interiors and pares them down to a simple list that readers can translate into their homes. She doesn’t expect a whole room makeover, rather, she suggests figuring out which looks are for you and which ones you should ignore. “Lighting is still factory-like and industrial,” she says, as an example. “But that doesn’t mean you need to have exposed light bulbs dangling from every ceiling. One fixture in a statement room like a dining room or a kitchen would look great.” In addition, she says neutral colours are still here but they are richer and warmer. Citrus as an accent is passe, but green is still good this year, so go for an emerald or a malachite shade for pillows, feature walls and throw blankets. Purples are here to stay and always look great with grey. Furniture remains traditional with a twist, with camelback shapes, button tufting, nail head details and modern fabrics. OK, it’s great to be on top of the trends, but it’s way easier and cheaper to add an eggplant-purple scarf to your wardrobe than it is to have all your furniture re-upholstered and nail-tufted to suit this year’s traditional reworked look. “At first, just take it all in,” Austin says. “You know what you love and what your style is. Think about what trend might be right for you. And it’s important to figure out [how far you want to take it]. If you are decorating a whole house, being too trendy might not be right. Instead, just indulge in a few [key items].” All experts agree that the best way to be trend-savvy is to not take any of them too seriously and to walk on the wild side with accessories. “Accent furniture, like side tables and chairs, are not as big an investment and a great way to test out a trend,” Austin says. “Or, align your look with a picture or a designer who you admire and throw a few of their favourites into your mix.” And if that advice still scares you and your wallet - a velvet pillow, modern mobile or an embroidered throw blanket will definitely make your decor happen for 2011. – NATIONAL POST

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now tires, weather stripping, parkas: all part of winter. Now that spring is starting to show its face, there’s one danger we can’t just wait to disappear: carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is a by-product of burning gas, oil and other fuels. Everything from a blocked chimney to an improperly installed gas hot water heater can cause it to accumulate indoors,

impeding the blood’s ability to carry oxygen through the body and resulting in headaches, drowsiness, even death. Carbon monoxide is colourless, o d o u r l e s s a n d t a s t e l e s s, w h i c h means it can accumulate without knowing. Infants and seniors may be particularly vulnerable to CO poisoning.

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1. Have your furnace, fireplace, wood-burning stove, and natural gas or oil-fired water heater inspected annually. Ditto for chimneys. Check that outside vents for gas and oil-fired appliances are clean. 2. Never run a car, lawn mower or barbecue in a closed garage: CO can spread into your home.

3. Install a CSA or UL-approved CO detector. They’re available at Home Depot, Canadian Tire and other stores starting around $30. A dual battery/ electric version is best, or at least one of each type so you’re protected in case of battery failure or power outage. Follow alarm placement, battery replacement and other instructions. Test detectors once a month. Caution: A smoke alarm is not a carbon monoxide detector, nor viceversa. You need both. If your detector sounds, call 911. If anyone is suffering from nausea, dizziness or other COpoisoning symptoms, leave the home immediately. – OTTAWA CITIZEN

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Keep in touch with the Dutch at their monthly coffee club on Monday, March 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Intercity Café, #180 - 2655 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford.

Youth webcast contest

Mission Adopt-A-Block challenges youth who live in Mission (ages 12-18) to participate in a webcast contest challenge by submitting a video (from 20 seconds to 3 minutes) depicting a message about how we can all contribute to creating a litterfree environment and why this is important. The contest deadline is Tuesday, March 15. There are many prizes, with first place being $500 cash. For more details and all necessary forms and releases visit: www.missionadoptablock.com or call 604- 826-9423.

Homlessness survey

Volunteers are needed for a Mission Homeless Count 2011, on March 15 and 16. Critical training for the count will be Friday, March 11 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mission Community Services, 33179 Second Ave. If you want to count call Jeff Arnold at 604-826-3634 or Kirsten Hargreaves at 604-8203752. All volunteers need a current (less than six months) Criminal Record Check and volunteer application form. Go to www.mission.ca/.

It’s Not Easy Being Green stories, songs and a puppet show with an environmental twist. Drop into Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., for a special family storytime on Tuesday, March 15 from 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, call the library at 604-826-6610.

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The Abbotsford Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 15 at 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford. Lorene Lyle will give an educational session on Exploring the Ancestral Trail. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For details see www.abbygs.ca.

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The Abbotsford Chapter of the Valley Women’s Network invites local women to a special luncheon where Lilly Page of Flair Image Consulting will speak about options for women that help them step outside the boundaries of what’s old and comfortable. The event is Tuesday, March 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Cascades Community Church, 35190 DeLair Rd. Cost is $15/members and $17/non-members. Registration is 11:30 a.m., lunch is 12 noon. Reservations required by noon on Friday, March 11. RSVP to vwnabbyreservations@gmail.com or register online at www.valleywomensnetwork.com.

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Worming into Canadian culture

Poking fun at daily life is a hit with fans of all ages

he Arrogant Worms are bringing their irreverent brand of musical comedy to Mission’s Clarke Theatre for one show on Monday, March 14. What began as a hobby, with Mike McCormick, Chris Patterson and Trevor Strong making fun of a big, dumb world, still has relevance today and the trio has plenty to sing about. Known for their humorous on-stage banter in addition to their music, the Worms’ shows are fast, furious and family friendly. While not spoofing a particular style of music, the Worms’ material pokes fun at various aspects of daily life in Canada with songs like Me Like Hockey,We are the Beaver, I Am Not American and Proud to Be Canadian. The wit is quick, the satire is biting and the musicianship is second to none. Their appeal has earned them fans from children to grandparents, as the Worms continue to provide tuneful and silly escapism for everyone who needs it. In recent years, the Arrogant Worms have donated their time and talent to the cause of literacy in Canada through Frontier College and were awarded the Peter Gzowski Award for their efforts. Now they are celebrating their 20th anniversary with the release of Hindsight 20/20, a greatest hits CD spanning their 20-year career. Hindsight 20/20 literally begins and ends with the Worms’ show-stopping signature song, The Last Saskatchewan Pirate, a brawny tale of a displaced prairie farmer who becomes a pirate on the Saskatchewan River. Here, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra version is paired with a novel new dance remix of the song that’s sure to rock dance floors wherever comedy dance mixes are popular. Advance tickets are $22.50 plus fees at Ticketmaster (604-280-4444 or online at www.ticketmaster.

ACTK Church hosts an evening of music on Friday, March 11 in support of an upcoming missions trip to the Philippines. The concert will feature young musician Landon Lucas and Daylight Worship. Admission is free and donations will be accepted. Refreshments available at 6:30 p.m. and the 7 p.m. concert will be held at the ACTK Church, 2393 Railway Rd., Abbotsford. Call 604-556-1031 or info@perfectsenseevents.ca for more information.

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ca) or $25 at the door, 33700 Prentis Ave., Mission. Doors open at 7 p.m., the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Call 604-820-3961 for more information on the show or visit www.arrogantworms.com.

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Music for missions

Horizon (Crystal Hicksvocals, Warren Groslandguitar/vocals, Rick Noel – drums and back-up vocals and Johan Worst-acoustic and electric bass) will be performing at the Clayburn Gourmet Gallery ( Immel St., Abbotsford) on Saturday, March 12 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Check out their website at www.clayburngourmetgallery.com/index. php.

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Each registrant receives the music and a practice compact disc for the six songs that will be performed at the final concert. They are asked to learn the music and come to the Chorfest workshops ready to rehearse the songs as part of a choir of over 200 people. The workshops are conducted by a professional vocal musician, who knows how to take the “work” out of workshop, and make it a fun and

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The Arrogant Worms and their brand of musical comedy are coming to the Clarke Theatre for one show only on Monday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m. They are releasing a greatest hits CD, Hindsight 20/20 this year with their breakout song, The Last Saskatchewan Pirate.

Seniors’ Chorfest comes to Fraser Valley The deadline is fast approaching to participate in the Seniors Chorfest, and registrations must be in by Tuesday, March 15. The Harrison Hot Springs Multicultural Choir will host the British Columbia Choral Federation’s 2011 Seniors’ Chorfest from April 13-16. This exciting event brings together singers from around the province, who register either as a choir or as independent singers.

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educational experience. Well-knownVancouver music director, Bruce Pullan, will be the clinician for this Chorfest. The choral workshops will take place at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa on April 14 - 15, and a final concert will be held on Friday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Chilliwack First Avenue Christian Assembly Church. The Harrison Hot Springs Multi-

cultural Choir would like to invite choirs as well as individual singers in the area to take part in this rare opportunity. ◗ The registration deadline has been

extended to March 15 and information is available online at www.bcchoralfed.com/events/seniors_chorfest. Contact Mary at 604-796-9742, Deanna at 604-491-6271 or by e-mail at BCCFseniorschorfest2011@gmail.com.

Columbia Bible College presents their spring concert, Make a Gospel Noise, a free upbeat gospel music event with student choirs from MEI and CBC as well as community participants. Gail Suderman, one of B.C.’s top music educators will be the guest director. Bring the whole family for a unique music experience on Sunday, March 13 at 3:30 p.m. at Sevenoaks Alliance Church, 2575 Gladwin Rd., Abbotsford. Donations will be gladly accepted for the CBC arts program.

Finnegan’s live

This weekend at Finnegan’s Pub, 33780 King Rd., Abbotsford, party band Manifesto plays live. There’s no cover charge. Band plays from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 604-859-2220 for details. – STAFF REPORTER

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SHOWTIME EVENTS Fiddle phenom

Champion fiddler April Verch and her band return to the Harrison Memorial Hall, 290 Esplanade St., Harrison on Friday, March 11 at 8 p.m. The high energy show also features singing and step dancing. Tickets are $22, available at 604796-3664 or online at www. harrisonfestival.com.

Night of Worship concert

Landon Lucas and Daylight Worship is holding a free concert on Friday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at ACTK, (Abbotsford Christ the King Church) 2393 West Railway St., Abbotsford. The fundraiser supports the ACTK Missions team on their upcoming trip to the Philippines in April. Lucas, a young local musician, will be taking the talents and using them to teach people on the other side of the world, to help others in poverty stricken communities. Call Justin at 604-864-2285 for details.

Quintessential coffee

The Langley-based jazz quartet, Quintessential, will introduce their third CD with a live performance on Friday, March 11 at 8 p.m. at the House of James, 2743 Emerson St., Abbotsford. Jazz standards Autumn Leaves, Song of My Father and Blue Bossa are on the CD, described as classic jazz with a twist. Call 604-8523701 for details.

All Irish wannabees

You’ll have two chances to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by singing or spectating as Irish songs are featured Monday, March 14 and Monday, March 21 at the A-Tones sing-along and jam at the Abbotsford Seniors Association drop-in centre, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Cyril Street Abbotsford. Call Ed at 604853-8624 for details.

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Fiddle champ comes to Harrison With a repertoire that ranges In addition to her vigorous from bluegrass to Brazilian, Celtic touring schedule, she is in great to jaunty Canadian folksong, fiddemand for her teaching skills at dling sensation April Verch will be workshops, master classes and bringing her high-energy show music camps. to Harrison for one show only, She has released seven recordtonight at 8 p.m. ings to date including a JUNO Verch first played Harrison in nomination for Best Roots/Tra2002 with legendary fiddlers Jerry ditional Album. Holland and Calvin Volrath, and The April Verch Band consists stole the show with her amazing of world-class musicians Clay energy and technique. Ross on guitar and Cody Walters Born, raised and is now living in on upright-electric bass and the Ottawa Valley, Verch draws on banjo. Verch leads the band with APRIL VERCH the area’s rich, distinctive musiher own simultaneous fiddling cal and step dancing tradition and dancing. Together they have shaped by the diverse roots of the immigrants been selling out prestigious venues and fesdrawn to the region’s lumber camps. With her tivals for years. band, she plays traditional and original songs Tickets for this show are $22, available by that draw from all over the world. phone at 604-796-3664, online at www.harVerch is a Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle risonfestival.com. Champion and Canadian Open Fiddle ChamThe show is March 11 at 8 p.m. in the Harpion (the first and only woman to win both). rison Memorial Hall.

Hot Club of Mars at The Reach The Reach Gallery Museum in Abbotsford is preparing for a Martian Invasion when Deanna Knight and the Hot Club of Mars touch down Friday, March 18 at 7 p.m. From a cappella performances to Big Band flare, psychedelic jammin’ rock to lyrical spoken word, Knight is exploring great old tunes in acoustic, gypsy-jazz stylings. The Hot Club of Mars has been swinging around Vancouver since the ’70s, sharing their Django inspired gypsy-jazz. Knight adds a magic sparkle that really brings these tunes to life with style, power and grace. Tickets are $15/adults and $12/students, and can also be purchased on-line at thereach.ca. Call 604-864-8087 ext. 111 or e-mail info@ thereach.ca. The Reach is at 32388 Veterans Way in Abbotsford.

Directing workshop at Gallery 7 Gallery 7 is holding its final Leading the all-day workshop is workshop, Directing for the Stage, theatre director, producer, actor on Saturday, March 12, from 10 a.m. and professor, Dr. Lloyd Arnett. to 4 p.m. A Christian-humanist scholar and With this workshop, participants theatre artist, Arnett is a native of will have the opportunity to explore West Virginia, and has been on the both basic and advanced skills in faculty of Trinity Western University directing. Theatre since 1991. Topics to be discussed will include In 20 years at TWU he has proresearch processes, text analysis, duced over 130 shows, directed collaborating with actors and DR. LLOYD ARNETT 40, designed sets for 22 and writdesigners, developing a rehearsal ten 13. schedule, implementing effective rehearsal Cost for the workshop is $65 per person and techniques and generally transforming ideas includes the workshop, a snack, bottled water in to reality. and a light lunch. It will be held at the MEI “This is a great workshop for those working Theatre, 4081 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. in church, school and community theatre Space is limited. For more information, or settings,” explains Ken Hildebrandt, the to register call 604-504-5940 or online at www. company’s artistic director. “Even actors will gallery7theatre.com. benefit by exploring the playmaking process – STAFF REPORTER from a completely different perspective.”

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St. Paddy’s Day Bash

Piper Down plays at Finnegan’s Pub, 33780 King Rd., Abbotsford, on Thursday, March 17 from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. There will be prize giveaways all day and night, along with green beer and Irish beef stew with mash. There’s a $5 cover after 8 p.m. limited reservations accepted before 5:45 p.m. Call 604-859-2220 ext. 215.

Luck of the Irish

St. Patrick’s Bash at the Phoenix Lounge, 33780 King Rd., Abbotsford, is Thursday, March 17. DJ Flipout from “94.5 the Beat” as well as DJ Zack Santiago will be on from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Prize giveaways. There’s green beer and Irish beef stew with mash. $5 cover after 8 p.m. Call 604-859-2220 ext. 216 for details.

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EVENTS, from page A26 Valley Concert Society

VCS is bringing operatic tenor Richard Margison with pianist Kinza Tyrrell to town on Friday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Tickets are $25 at the door or by phone at 604-859-5192.

Theatre

Quiet in the Land

Gallery 7 Theatre presents Quiet in the Land, the classic Amish story of tradition, faith and forgiveness under the shadow of war on March 11-12 and March 1719 at MEI Auditorium 4081 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. Tickets are $16/adults and $14/seniors at House of James or call 604-852-3701.

ONT members night

Opening Nite Theatre is having another member’s night on Friday, March 18 at 7 p.m. There’s a reading of Camille Knight’s Apollonia of Ephesus, socializing, refreshments and fun. Free for members. If you aren’t a member yet, you can join at the door. ONT is at 33135 N. Railway Ave., Mission. E-mail openingnitetheatre@hotmail.com for more details.

Charley’s Aunt

atre with two short plays, AR Gurney’s The Love Course and The Noble Lord by Percival Wilde will be held on Wednesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 26 at 1 p.m. Men and women of all ages are needed. ONT is located at 33135 N. Railway Ave., Mission. Call 604-8209002 for details. Arts & Culture

Students showcased

Fraser Valley Stage presents Charley’s Aunt, the hilarious, timeless, British comedy with an outstanding cast that is sure to delight. It plays at Abbey Arts Addition, March 22 to 26. Tickets are $20/ adults and $18/students and includes coffee and dessert. Call 604-859-6544 or visit www.fraservalleystage.com for ticket information.

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Kariton Art Gallery presents the Graduates Gallery, an inspirational multi-media exhibition showcasing local high-school students. These artistic students have been chosen to represent their perspective schools. The variety and diversity of this exhibit will move and inspire both young and old. This exhibition is open Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until March 30. For details, call 604-852-9358. – COMPILED BY STAFF

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Pair of Penguins fly back home

Brad Thiessen and Ryan Craig will play for the first time back in their hometown of Abbotsford

Pilots not soaring so high of late Game 4 against Port Moody goes tonight

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. . . and I think it’s great for the city.” The Penguins flew into yan Craig may have town Wednesday, and headed found a calling that straight for the Thiessen famtakes him thousands ily farm in Aldergrove for a of miles from home, but he massive barbecue feast. still loves Abbotsford and Nothing beats home cookcan’t wait to put on a show ing, said Thiessen. for his friends and family. “It was a good time and the Craig and another home- guys had fun with it,” said the town boy, teammate Brad Penguins goalie, who leads Thiessen, are back in the the American Hockey League Fraser Valley with the visit- in wins with 27. ing Wilkes-Barre/Scranton His Abbotsford counterPenguins this weekend for part, Leland Irving, is seca two-game series with the ond in the league in that Abbotsford Heat. category. Craig, 29, Thiessen is an eighthas been year veteran “There was no talk when simply outin pro hockey standing – he’s suited I was growing up of a pro for the Penup with Tam- hockey team coming to guins, and pa Bay and has been a P i t t s b u r g h Abbotsford . . . I think it’s significant in the NHL reason why – but Friday great for the city.” they are the will mark top team in – Ryan Craig his first ever the AHL. professional “We have game in Abbotsford. a good team and good guys,” “It’s exciting to be back he said. home in front of family and “We’ve been able to, right friends,” he said Thursday as from the beginning, just run the Penguins rolled into the with it from there. It’s a good Abbotsford Entertainment team and we’re not finished and Sports Centre for the first with what we set out for the time. year,” he said of their 8-0 “I think between myself start. and Thiessen, we’ll have a The MEI athletic departgood contingent of family ment is sending 100 students and friends out . . . they’ve got to Friday’s game, which made a great building here. Hope- the rising young 24-year-old fully it’s a good atmosphere beam with pride. and we’re just looking to get “It’s nice to be able to come our two wins. back home and see all those “My brother and my par- people who supported me all ents are real excited, and it’s those years when I was playwhere I grew up, it’s where I ing here,” he said. played all my minor hockey. “It’s fun to be home and There was no talk when I was fun to be back playing here.” growing up of a pro hockey Both Friday and Saturday team coming to Abbotsford games start at 7 p.m.

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Brad Thiessen, above, had the entire Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguins team over to his parents’ farm in Aldergrove for a large barbecue. The MEI grad currently leads the AHL in wins with 27. Ryan Craig, left, born and raised in Abbotsford, will have plenty of friends and family in attendance when the Penguins meet the Heat for a two-game series beginning Friday night at the AESC.

he Abbotsford Pilots will look to get back on even terms with the Port Moody Black Panthers in the bestof-seven PIJHL Harold Brittain Conference final when the two teams meet Friday at MSA Arena. After skating past Port Moody to an easy 5-1 win in Game 1 of the series Saturday night, the Pilots have gone into an offensive funk, having lost the past two games by scores of 3-1 and 2-1 respectively. The Pilots did everything in Game 2 but score. The result was a 3-1 loss. Black Panthers goalie Nicholas Taylor stopped 39 of 40 shots fired his way, including 11 in the third period. The Pilots held a distinct shot advantage in that game through the first two periods, outshooting Port Moody 2911 through 40 minutes, but had just the lone goal to show for it. Ryley Lamb, the Pilots main offensive weapon, beat Taylor early in the second period, but that was it. It was much the same Wednesday, as Abbotsford’s attempted invasion of Port Moody fell short in a 2-1 loss. Despite their recent offensive woes, the Pilots will have a chance tonight to even the series at two games apiece. Game 4 goes tonight at 7:30 p.m. from MSA Arena. Game 5 of the series is Saturday also in Abbotsford, with Game 6 – if necessary – on Monday in Port Moody.

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Mouat Hawks break record

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ednesday marked a historic day at the B.C. High School Triple-A Girls Basketball championships in North Vancouver, and the W.J. Mouat Hawks were front and centre of the record-breaking occasion. The Hawks, ranked No. 1 in the province, opened up the provincial tournament with a thunderous 116-17 win over Prince George Wednesday, setting a new single-game record for most points scored in a tournament game. The win put them through to Thursday’s quarter-final against the Carson

Graham Eagles at Capilano University in North Vancouver. Scores from that game were unavailable before the Times’ afternoon deadline, however the winner advanced to Friday’s semifinal with a shot at playing for the provincial title Saturday. The Hawks have maintained all throughout this season that a championship banner is their main goal, but head coach Paula Thompson said the team doesn’t mind making some history, either. “We didn’t try to run up the score, we didn’t press at all,” Thompson said following the opening-round win. “What we do is push the ball. We did

what we do. We played tough defence and we did exactly what we wanted to do and on offence we pushed the ball hard and take it to the hoop. With the final minutes trickling down and the Hawks on the verge of unknowingly capturing the record, which previously stood at 113 points per game, Thompson heard mutterings the sidelines that her team was close to setting a new one-game high. “It was great,” said the coach, adding she hoped it was a sign of greater things to come for her team. The provincial championships come to an end Saturday with the final going at 4 p.m. from Capilano University.

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Taylor finishes 15th Nick Taylor of Abbotsford started this week’s Samanah Classic in impressive fashion, shooting back-to-back rounds under par, but was unable to reclaim his stroke in the final two rounds on route to a 15th place finish Wednesday in Morocco. Taylor fired an overall nine-under par 279 for the tournament, but could not get himself into red figures throughout the final two days of competition at the Samanah Golf and Country Club in Marrakech, Morocco. He also collected $3,500 in prize money. Wednesday also concluded the eGolf Professional Tour’s inaugural Samanah Classic. - STAFF REPORTER

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Ales Kotalik is Heat’s big gain CAM TUCKER camtuckertimes@gmail.com

arely has there been so much hype surrounding an Abbotsford Heat player as there was the day Ales Kotalik cleared waivers and the Calgary Flames reassigned him – and his $3 million salary – to the American Hockey League on Jan. 28. Sure, he had underachieved with the Flames. Had he been making the league minimum, perhaps the brass could afford to look the other way. But at $3 million, three goals in 20 games just wasn’t going to cut it.

For Heat fans, it was the classic case of one man’s garbage is another man’s potpourri. The four-time 20-goal scorer in the National Hockey League was as much a gift to the Heat, strapped for scoring at the time, as it was a chance for the Flames to dump salary and move on. Fast forward to March 11 with the Heat in the thick of a captivating North Division playoff race and scoring at a premium. In 16 games with the Heat, Kotalik is over a point-per game pace with four goals and 18 points since his

so-called demotion. Head coach Jim Playfair’s move to put him on a line with Quintin Laing and Stefan Meyer thanks to an injury to Lance Bouma in the first period of a 6-2 win over the Providence Bruins on Feb. 26 has paid off in spades. The trio combined for 12 points that night, and have remained scorching since then. Meyer, while his status for Friday’s game with the league-leading Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins is questionable due to a hip injury, has six goals and one assist in his last five games. Laing has eight points in his

Swimming for gold

last four games. Cleary something has been working. Playfair, the mastermind behind putting those three together, said most of Kotalik’s success is because of his attitude. “He’s come into his own with his work ethic and his consistency and team play,” he said. “I’m way more impressed with his overall commitment to the group. “We knew he was a great player, obviously his history has proven that. I’m more impressed with his ability to be such a good teammate.”

Ro by n Na k a n o o f t h e Abbotsford Olympians won two gold medals at the B.C. Triple-A Championships in Victoria over the weekend. The 11-year-old swimmer also achieved an age group national qualifying time in the 200-metre fly, which means she qualifies for nationals. Nakano was one of two swimmers from Abbotsford to compete in the provincial championships. The Olympians train out of MRC. - STAFF REPORTER

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You may not know everything when it comes to home improvement, but after our training and hands-on coaching you will. The Home Depot, one of Canada’s top 100 employers, is hiring for spring. You bring the desire to put customers first and we’ll offer competitive rewards including company paid health & dental plans, 70+ benefits, tuition reimbursement & much more.

Many positions available including: Cashiers • Sales Associates • Department Supervisors Apply online at homedepotjobs.ca/4639 We are committed to diversity as an equal opportunity employer.

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Leading specialty advertising company in Langley requires a full-time experienced SCREEN PRINTING TECHNICIAN to print on a variety of products and materials. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, from prepress to finished product, including screen reclamation. You will be able to print multi-color jobs. Your past experience will have provided you with the ability to determine the proper ink type for use on various materials, from plastics to metals to fabrics, flat and textured surfaces, as well as utilizing optimal drying methods for a quality finished product with a quick turnaround time. You will be able to communicate effectively with in-house Graphics department to fine-tune artwork for best results, and co-ordinate work flow with production manager. You must take pride in your work, have a keen eye for detail, be punctual, reliable and a team player. We offer attractive wages and benefits, weekday hours, and a friendly atmosphere. Please send your resume to opportunities@tgaa.ca, or fax to 604-888-8668.

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All advertising published in this newspaper is accepted on the premise that the merchandise and services offered are accurately described and willingly sold to buyers at the advertised prices. Advertisers are aware of these conditions. Advertising that does not conform to these standards or that is deceptive or misleading, is never knowingly accepted. If any reader encounters non-compliance with these standards we ask that you inform the Publisher of this newspaper and The Advertising Standards Council of B.C. OMISSION AND ERROR: The publishers do not guarantee the insertion of a particular advertisement on a specified date, or at all, although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers. Further, the publishers do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of an advertisement beyond the amount paid for the space actually occupied by the portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred. Any corrections or changes will be made in the next available issue. The Abbotsford/Mission Times will be responsible for only one incorrect insertion with liabilitylimitedtothatportionoftheadvertisement affected by the error. Request for adjustments or corrections on charges must be made within 30 days of the ad’s expiration. For best results

please check your ad for accuracy the first day it appears. Refunds made only after 7 business days notice!

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Cashiers • Sales Associates • Department Supervisors Overnight Packdown Associates Apply online at homedepotjobs.ca/5457 We are committed to diversity as an equal opportunity employer.

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT 1240

HDPE Technical Sales Specialist Corix Water Products is currently seeking a full time HDPE Technical Sales Specialist for our Abbotsford Branch.This position offers a competitive salary and beneﬁts package.

To apply please visit: www.corix.com Mission Central Neighbourhood Learning Centre is looking for an enthusiastic community minded individual to lead a community development project. This one year, 3 days a week position will support organizations to build a hub of programs and activities out of Mission Central Elementary School. The facilitator will be responsible for promoting and ensuring community development while providing or implementing parenting workshops, community kitchen workshops and other workshops requested by the community. Qualiﬁcations include: • Resident of Mission (preferred) • Knowledge of community and social supports/resources • Understanding of community development • Team building skills • Effective verbal, presentation and listening skills • Effective negotiation and mediation skills • Effective written communications skills • Computer skills • Time management skills • At least 2 years of post secondary education in social services, recreation, community development or a related ﬁeld (preferred) • Criminal record check will be required • Must possess a current BC driver’s license and have access to a vehicle A copy of your resume along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position must be forwarded to:

Laura Wilson 7364 Horne St. Mission BC V2V 3Y7 or e-mailed to ecdcommittee@shawbiz.ca Deadline for application is March 25th, 4pm

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FARM LABOURERS REQUIRED AT RANDHAWA FARMS

5-6 days per week, 40-50 hours per week, $9.28/hr. Greenhouse work such as picking, pruning and general greenhouse labour. Employment starts March 14.

Fax application to: 604 864-8858

General Employment

Become a Registered Personal Trainer. Earn up to $70/hr. Government Financial Aid may be available. Hilltop 604-930-8377 See our ad in todays paper under Education.

Office Personnel

Business in Aldergrove requires an Office Assistant. Must be fluent in English, both written and verbal, to assist with daily duties & organization. French is an asset. Knowledge of the transportation industry is valuable, but not necessary. Must be proficient in: Micro-soft Office, Word, Excel & Powerpoint. Growth opportunities. Fax resume to: 604-625-2548

Farm Workers

BRADNER FARMS is hiring Farm Workers for the dairy & poultry division. F/T, shift work, includes weekends. Hourly rate from $11- $13/hr, depending upon experience. Fax resume: 604-856-1341 Or email resume to: bradnerfarms@shaw.ca

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General Employment

Mission Raceway Park

If you love the smell of nitro, or just enjoy being around cool cars, trucks & motorcycles, why not consider a few hours each week being paid to work in restricted areas at the National Hot Rod Association Northwest Division track of the Year. P/t seasonal positions available for: ★ Concession Staff ★ Cashiers ★ Track Workers for various positions around the facility Please send your resume to: PO Box 3421, Mission BC V2V 4J5 or email info@missionraceway.com Sorry, no phone calls please.

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Trades/Technical

ARCHITECTURAL SHEET Metal Apprentices & Journeymen Req’d Top Wages & Benefits Email:

dgeddes@marineroofing.com Or Call:604-433-1813

QUALITY COLLATING Ltd. Calgary, Alberta Experienced Alphaliner Operator /Stitcher Operator for busy Calgary bindery. Competitive wages based on experience. Send resume and cover letter including availability for shift work to: calgaryflyers@hotmail.com or fax to 1-403-204-7843

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER needed to work for Amar Singh Builders LTD. 5yr exp, $24-$28, 40hr/wk, finishing carpenty & framing. Drop Resume to 2543 Stanley St.

FLAGPERSONS & LANE CLOSURE TECHS

• Must have reliable vehicle • Certification required • Union Wages & Benefits Apply in person 19689 Telegraph Trail, Langley fax resume to 604-513-3661 or email: darlene@valleytraffic.ca

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LUBE TECHNICIAN

Must be mechanically inclined, enthusiastic and neat in appearance,. includes benefits and bonuses. Please apply with resume to: 7503 Vedder Road, Sardis ask for Trevor

VANCOUVER’S LARGEST Lawn and Property Maintenance Company pays $120-$360 DAILY for outdoor Spring/Summer work. Hiring honest, competitive, and energetic individuals to fill our various 2011 positions. Apply online @ www.propertystarsjobs.com

1250 Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.ca

KOREAN 5L2F MISSION CHURCH CENTER #217 - 2700 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 6X9 seeks Senior Pastor. $19.82 per hr. Permanent, full time position. Duties: Conduct worship services, Bible studies, baptisms, funerals, spiritual counselling, Sunday School, provide assistance to missions; Require 3 yrs of experience as Pastor, Diploma/Degree in Theology, ordained, speaks Korean. English an asset. Fax resumes to 1-604-746-7687 or email to 5l2fmission@gmail.com LOGGING COMPANY looking for Owner Operator Logging Truck Contractors. Short/long log for Mackenzie area. Fax 250-714-0525 Phone 250-714-1191 ext 225, ben@bcland.com include references and capabilities.

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RESTAURANT MANAGER

Nav Sweets & Restaurant Ltd., a full service Indian restaurant located at 2591 Cedar Park Place, Abbotsford, BC is looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager. Duties include to plan budget and direct restaurant operations, responsible for staff development and schedules, make sure compliance with employment standards, safety and health procedures, oversee marketing, catering and supplies, handling customer complaints. Knowledge of Punjabi or Hindi is an asset. Salary $18.50/hour. Fax resume to 604-746-1240. SERVERS NEEDED Greek Islands Restaurants in Abbotsford - Now Hiring. Please apply in person 2pm to 4pm daily No phone calls please.

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Global Agriculture TransLoading Inc. a well established Trans-Loading/transportation company located at 11678 130th Street, Surrey, B.C. V3R 2Y3 urgently requires several full-time and qualified Material Handlers. Duties include: Loading, unloading and moving products, materials and goods manually and/or through the aid of various equipments to and from carriage trucks, storage, warehouses, consumers, etc. Knowledge of Punjabi/Hindi is an asset. Salary $17.00/hr.+ Benefits. Mail or Fax resume to 604-580-2786.

TRUTH IN ''EMPLOYMENT'' ADVERTISING Postmedia Community Publishing makes every effort to ensure you are responding to a reputable and legitimate job opportunity. If you suspect that an ad to which you have responded is misleading, here are some hints to remember. Legitimate employers do not ask for money as part of the application process; do not send money; do not give any credit card information; or call a 900 number in order to respond to an employment ad. Job opportunity ads are salary based and do not require an investment. If you have responded to an ad which you believe to be misleading please call the Better Business Bureau at 604-682-2711, Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm or email inquiries@bbbvan.org and they will investigate.

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Education

A - Security Officer Training. Classes avail in Abby. Full Job placement. 859-8860 to register.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL

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• Earn up to $70/hr. • Government Financial Aid may be available.

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Education

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TUTORS: Private in home. All Subjects - All Levels. www.smarterstudents.ca or call 778-549-0750

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ROAD SMART TRAINING INSTITUTE LTD. 2 Day comprehensive, standardized training curriculum for Trafﬁc Control Persons, meeting the current WCB requirements.

LOOKING FOR Experienced 777 Haul Truck Operators, 850 and 1250 Hoe Operators. Starting wage $32.00/hr. Also require D-9 and D-10 Operators for work in the Hinton, AB area. Please fax resume and drivers abstract to 780-865-9710.

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EDUCATION

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Veterinary Assistant Diploma Program

Cats

CATS. Fixed - male and female rescued cats. Free to good, n/s indoor homes only. 604-513-9310

Want to work with animals and get paid to do it? Be a Veterinary Assistant in just 6.5 months. Our clinical program is taught by Animal Health Technologists, Veterinarians, Vet Assistants & Veterinary Ofﬁce Managers. PROGRAM STARTS APRIL 11, 2011

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For Sale Miscellaneous

FREE CATALOGUE 1-800-353-7864 HALFORD’S butcher equipment and supplies, leather, beads, craft kits, animal control equipment + trapping supplies. Order from our new web store and get free shipping until August 31, 2011. www.halfordsmailorder.com

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Dogs

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Industrial, Construction, Forklifts, Farm & Turf Equip., Fleet Trucks & Trailers, Lumber, Boats, Cars & Trucks, FEATURING: • 2670 BAYLINER EXPLORER HARD TOP CRUISER BOAT 120 VOLVO • 2003 FLEETWOOD 39’ EXCURSION MOTOR HOME C/W SLIDES • 2006 TERRY 35’ TRAVEL TRAILER C/W SLIDES

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HHOWARD WONG FARMS

“The Valley’s premier farm market for 35 years”

OPEN 6 Days/Week

BOSTON TERRIER Pups, CKC reg. vet checked, good pedigrees, nicely marked, To view: 604-406-2415 or 1-604-794-3786

FILA MASTIFF PUREBRED PUP without papers – RARE BREED Fawn Male, Born Dec 21, 1st Shot, will be big boy $1200 604-626-5888 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

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GARAGE SALES 2080

Garage Sale

21ST CENTURY FLEA MARKET 175 tables of Bargains on Deluxe 20th Century Junque! SUN MAR 20 16 10-3 Croatian Cultural Center 3250 Commercial Drive, 604-980-3159 Adm: $4

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Garage Sale

GARAGE/ESTATE SALE One day only!! - Sat. Mar. 12, 9 am to 3 pm at 34705 Mierau St., Abbotsford. Household goods, pictures, handmade clocks, carvings, furniture, tools, etc.

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Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com GOLDEN RETRIEVER adult male 3.5 yrs, beautiful temperament, needs gd home $350. 604-701-1587

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Cares! The Abbotsford-Mission Times has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to ﬁnding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

Exhibition Park

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LAB PUPPIES yellow & black, males & females, view reg’d parents $450. Ph 604-701-1587 PUG PUPS, 2 females, 1 male, 1st shots, family raised, ready to go. $800. call 604-614-6044

SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, fam raised. Ready for spring break $800. 604-526-9943

SHORKY ( Yorkie x Shih Tzu ) 4 mo female, vaccinated, sweet & affectionate. $500, 604-794-3287

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ST. BERNESE PUPPIES $700 Ready March 29th 2011 Wonderful pups and very healthy! Vary in colours. Maple Ridge Pics @www.stbernese.webs.com 604-615-1759

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BUSINESSES FOR SALE

KELOWNA - Upscale Adult Resort 4 Jacuzzi Stes., 6 ½ baths. Salt pool, media room & sauna. Lake, mtn & city views. Private 2 bdrm. res. Fabulous semi-retired lifestyle. Turnkey. $1,549,000. 1-877-762-7831 ClassAct@shaw.ca

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SRY, GUILDFORD. 2 BR, 1 bath, 850sf g/l T/H, f/p, patio. $175,900. Near schools, amens. By Owner 604-277-2512 or 604-657-3810

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YORKIE & Havanese X Toy size, 604-590-3727, 604-514-3474 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

If you own a home, we can help. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. Independent lenders since 1969.

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6020-52

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6508

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6505

Apartments & Condos

2BR 2BATH ABBY 4yrs old. 6 appls & h/w incl. N/S N/P Sec u/g parkg. $975. 604-788-2746 CARRIAGE HOUSE for rent. Spacious, open concept 1 b/r. Utilities not included. 13’ vaulted ceilings.Full kitchen,all new apps. In-suite w/d. Parking spot. $750, Available immed 604-200-1601

6508

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Secure underground parking with elevator. Damage deposit reduced. 1 BR condo, central Abby recent upgrades. Avail immediately. ns, np, 604-202-6631 2 BR $745 Mission. carpet, coin wd, avail now, Bob 604-302-8676 or 604-826-5147 ABBY NEWER 1BR & Den, 6 appl, inste ldry, secure prkg, storage. $800 Now 604-850-8637 MISSION 2 bdrm 7696 Grand St., reno’d. 2nd flr, renovated, on site Mgr. Avail now $750 604-826-3665 or 778-552-1808

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6540

in Langley

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6540

Houses - Rent

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6565

Office/Retail Rent

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6590

Rooms

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6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-05

Abbotsford/ Mission

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6602

Suites/Partial Houses

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reﬂections Aries March 21 - April 19: This isn’t the easiest week. There aren’t any disasters (unless you’re impetuous Sunday or late week, Saturday).You’re just rowing against the wind in career, communications, media, travel, work and health zones. Plod onward, and get plenty of rest. Watch what you say or write Sunday and Friday/Saturday. Home’s no picnic Sunday and early Monday, but Monday p.m. into Tuesday noon brings a gratifying sense of emotional security and friendship. Contemplate romance midweek. Tackle chores (safely) Thursday onward. A brand new world of hope and friendship lies ahead! Taurus April 20-May 20: One more week of happiness, optimism, ﬂirting, new plans, life’s vigour, friendships and entertainment! It won’t be a totally smooth time, though. Sunday contains some communications foul-ups (beware gossip, secret acts, especially regarding a partner) after which you feel gloom Monday morning. But all’s smooth after this, especially in shopping and earning, Tuesday/ Wednesday. Romance, gambling urges and creative surges arrive Thursday noon to Saturday noon -- but you might have to choose between “two attractions” or two actions. A chore you didn’t do nags at you. Gemini May 21-June 20: Plug away at career, ambition, prestige or authority-related chores. (If something in this arena began in 2010 or last January, it’s still a winner.) Be careful with money – make a major purchase, seek a pay raise or deal with important clients after midday Monday, not before (nor Sunday). Short trips, communications, paperwork, casual friendships and errands go well midweek. But someone’s evasive or deceptive around noon Thursday. All week, your hopes might struggle against a financial, romantic, age or health barrier. Try this: conform to the barrier; make it an aid.

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Cancer June 21-July 22: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness rise high Sunday to Tuesday, giving you the ability to cope with some major obstacles or problems that have existed for two or three years. Your luck, karma and self-image hit the lowest spot in two decades over the last year and a half. Now you’re beginning the long climb upward, back to the sunshine. Things turn Monday about noon – relationships, finances, security and intimacy take on a comfortable, healthy glow! Your money and career luck climb midweek. But you hit a familiar relationship drag Friday/Saturday: being light, friendly cures it. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Lie low, rest and contemplate Sunday to Tuesday noon. Don’t tempt fate. Tuesday afternoon might start with a rush, a sudden friendship, a brilliant idea, or merely a wee uplift – in whatever way, a small signal comes that the next eight years are going to be different – you are stepping into a zone of increased awareness and intellectual acuity, of increased and smoother love, more travel, more learning; and if single, you will very likely marry. Life is fresh, mysteries flee (well, soon)! Expect attention all midweek. Chase money but beware spending, Friday/Saturday. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Be wary of investments, large financial undertakings, intimacy and any “private co-operation” Sunday – and all week. These are ethically OK Monday, but they still won’t yield practical profit. Work is reliable, though: you’re paid honestly, fairly. Relationships face some bumps, but you remain buoyant, and end happily. Retire for some rest and contemplation Tuesday noon to Thursday noon. Contacts with institutions, government or “head office” go well. Reconnect with spiritual realms. Your energy and charisma leap upward Thursday eve onward, but co-operation’s essential.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Your last week of work, drudgery and health concerns. Next week brings a month of fresh opportunities and excitement! For now, tackle chores so you’ll be free to chase those opportunities – some of which could involve love. Ambition, career and prestige relationships draw you Sunday to Tuesday noon. Co-operation will be lacking until Monday noon, so plan your most important moves for that p.m. Hopes, optimism, friendship and light ﬂirtation play around you Tuesday to Thursday – one of the most exciting relationship periods of your life is starting! Retreat, rest Friday. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: You’re in a romantic, creative, beauty-aware time, and Sunday to Tuesday bring a mellow, understanding mood. Good – you’ll need all the understanding you can muster Sunday through noon Monday, when various obstacles try your patience, especially in the work arena. By noon this trend switches 180 degrees to success, and romance has a better than even chance, right into pre-dawn Tuesday. Your ambitions get a splendid opportunity Tuesday eve to early Thursday (unless you worry about security) – take the chance, early (Tuesday best). Optimism, happiness, popularity late week! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The accent remains on home, children, security, real estate, nature, stomach, soul and nurturing, for one more week. It isn’t the easiest week – romance and pleasure can’t seem to escape the realities of money and earnings. They’re intertwined, through late 2012. On the plus side, the same period (18 months) blesses you in emotional, serene, moral ways – you’ll feel good, right. (And you’ll be oddly protected from any disasters.) But don’t seek intimacy, sex nor investments Sunday. Gentle love, understanding and travel ideas enter mid-week. Be ambitious Thursday eve, Friday.

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Mar. 13 - Mar. 19 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Communications, paperwork, details, errands, casual friends, short trips and curiosity ﬁll this week and next. In the slowest, most gradual way, like water on blotting paper, this area of your life will grow for the next 15 years. At the same time (perhaps illogically) your worries about money and income will fade. You enter eight years of “home excitement” this week. This can have a negative effect, bringing more stress to the home (so relax, exercise, guard digestion) and a positive one: money made from property, food/shelter areas. A big new life! Midweek joy, romance. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Continue to chase money, but cautiously. This entire week, romance, gambling, sex, investments, lifestyle changes, secrets and “detective work” need to be handled carefully – or better yet, left alone, especially Sunday and Thursday onward.Tackle chores Sunday to Tuesday noon – follow safety rules Sunday/Monday. You glow with a certain sweet light all March, which can attract romantic attention. Tuesday afternoon to Thursday noon could provide some relationship excitement! Be diplomatic but eager these days. Secrets, “darker urges” arise Thursday/Friday – be honest, clean, safe. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness continue to put you on top. But this week has a couple of barriers which irk you a bit. They involve a partner, and/or your home situation, and/or money. (In all cases, money.) Ah, well, everything that has a compromise, has a solution. Sunday to Tuesday heightens your romantic, pleasure and beauty sensors. A creative surge arrives! (It’s better, easier, Monday p.m. onward.) Tackle chores midweek – you’ll do them swiftly, successfully. Good health news! Relationships present challenges Thursday to Saturday: be diplomatic, loving. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

RENTALS 6602

Suites/Partial Houses

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6602

Suites/Partial Houses

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6508

AUTOMOTIVE 9135

Apt/Condos

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9125

MISSION 3 BR suite, 2 bath, Brand new, 5 appls, laminate/tile, secure garage, NS, no pet, avail now call 604-820-8664

MISSION, Grand St. 2 BR, 1050 sq ft. Sh’d w/d. Ns/np. $950/mo. 604-287-8298, 604-802-2558 MISSION UPPER flr, 3 BR, all appls, own W/D, A/C, gas f/p, huge yard. Close to schools, shops. Pet negot. Avail now. $1200 + 1/2 utls. 604-765-3340

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

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Blinds & Draperies

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8080

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8155

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8185

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8205

Paving/Seal Coating

ALLEN Asphalt, concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

98 VW JETTA VR6 GL3

Auto, 141,000 km ............................

3,995

05 CHEVY OPTRA WAGON$ Fully Loaded,....................................

5,495

99 NISSAN PATHFINDER

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8250

Roofing

GL Roofing cedar shake, asphalt shingle, flat roofs BBB WCB clean gutters $80. 24/7 1-855-240-5362

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03 KIA SEDONA MINI VAN$ Entertainment System.....................

3,695

95 NISSAN PATHFINDER

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02 DODGE NEON

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92 MAZDA 626

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94 MUSTANG CONV.

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99 CHRYSLER SEBRING

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8255

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Mini Van, 172.000k ..........................

97 CHEVY SUBURBAN SLE$

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97 TOYOTA TERCEL

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9173

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9515

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9522

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9145

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98 FORD WINDSTAR

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98 CHEVY PICKUP

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99 CHEVY SUBURBAN SLE$

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8235

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8055

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06 HYUNDAI ACCENT

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07 VW RABBIT

APARTMENTS LATITUDE – 2233 McKenzie Rd #217 – 1bdrm – 587 sq ft – desirable west facing - $825/mo #227 – 1bdrm+den – 686 sq ft – south facing - $895 #401 - 2bdrm+den top ﬂoor * 954 sq ft * 2 full baths * east facing * $1225/mo 6 stainless steel appliances * granite countertops * elec f/p * exercise room * min 6 month lease *

9145

Domestic

HOUSES Shook – WATERFRONT – quaint 2bdrm cottage – appx 900 sq ft - f/s w/d – covered patio area - $900/mo Sixth – 4 bdrm two level character home – sunroom - det’d garage – back lane access - $1350/mo Waxberry – Desirable Hillside location! – 4bdrm+den+rec room – double garage + RV parking - $1600/mo Johnson Rd – large 2900 sq ft 3 bdrm + recroom in the country on 10 ACRES – pine hardwood ﬂoors - double garage $1800 + triple bay shop/horse stalls - $2200/mo UPPER/LOWER SUITES Magnolia – appx 1000 sq ft 2bdrm above ground suite in well maintained 4-plex in good area – shared laundry - $760/mo (+ $80 utils subject to change)

Parts & Accessories

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Refer to the Home Services section for all your home improvement, decorating, and design needs. CLASSIFIED

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06 CIVIC. Runs great. 34 MPG , 30k miles. Call Jim 555-3210.

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97 CHEV ASTRO

04 DODGE DAKOTA

SLS 4x4, 11-003

Loaded, 10-164

8 pass, loaded, 10-126-1

22,881

05 GMC JIMMY

07 CHEV IMPALA LT

10,888

24,881

08 FORD MUSTANG GT

14,881

07 GMC 2500 HD SIERRA

CREW CAB, 3 to choose from, 10-168

extended, 7 pass, 11-011

panoramic roof, 5 sp, 50 km, 11-004

loaded, auto, 11-012

4x4 LT, leather, 95 km, 11-028

04 CHEV TRAILBLAZER

09 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

3,988

02 CHEV SILVERADO XCAB

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