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School officials and police gather outside Rick Hansen Secondary yesterday after five schools were locked down after reports of gunfire.

Gunfire reports lock down five schools in Abby High-schoolers hear shots: 2,300 students kept inside ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com – JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

Third generation daffodil farmer Dean Warmerdam is ready for the annual Bradner Flower Show, which opens today at the Bradner Hall. Despite the rain, the weather has been perfect for the harvesting of the colourful spring flowers, he said. Dozens of varieties will be available.

Bradner’s blooming good time ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

here is a simple explanation for why the annual Bradner Flower Show is such a success, says chairperson Lynda Richard. Everyone loves daffodils. “They are the first sign of spring. They are cheerful and bright, and if you look closely, they are an incredible flower,” said Richard. “The trumpets are an example of God’s artwork.” The flower show, celebrating its 83rd anniversary, draws up to 4,000 daffodil lovers from all

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young people’s interest in science, especially in flowers.

over the Lower First reported @ “This is an extra Mainland, Van- abbotsfordtimes.com special year. We’re couver and Gulf c e l e b ra t i n g t h e Islands, and Washington State, year of science and we have lots she said. of goodies and giveaways.” “Bradner is the daffodil capScience World is presenting ital of Canada. People have two shows for kids, and local been developing specialty wildlife rescue organizations varieties and growing here will have birds on display. since 1928,” she added. Sp e c i a l g u e s t G l o b a l T V But the flower show isn’t meteorologist Mark Madryga simply all daffodils. has promised some good “It’s a great community event, weather, but regardless, all there’s a lot of history attached the displays are under cover, to it and there’s something for said Richard. everyone,” she said. The show hopes to spark

■ The annual Bradner Flower Show is April 8 -10 from10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bradner Hall and school, 5305 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford. Admission is $2. Opening ceremony is Friday, at 2 p.m., with Global TV’s Madryga. On Saturday at 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. is Science World (two performances) and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. is free kid’s activities, plus special speakers each day. ◗ Call 604-856-8441 or visit www. bradnerflowershow.com.

ive Abbotsford schools were locked down yesterday afternoon after some high school students on their lunch break reported hearing gunfire. Approximately 2,300 students at Rick Hansen Secondary, Eugene Reimer Middle, and Harry Sayers, Dave Kandal and Blue Jay First reported @ abbotsfordtimes.com elementary schools were confined to their classrooms “[A lockdown] was during a yellow level the best way to alert as a precautionary measure, said ensure student and Abbotsford District spokesman Dave staff safety . . .” Stephen. “[During a yellow – Const. Ian MacDonald alert] students are locked in classes with teachers and all exterior doors to the schools are locked,” said Stephen. The lockdown went into effect around noon after students outside Hansen Secondary reported hearing what they believed were see LOCKDOWN, page A6

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Abbotsford will attempt to move on with a proposed P3 water project without Mission, which voted down the idea on Monday.

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Woman arrested with loaded handgun Mission RCMP are praising the quick work of staff at a local housing facility for their role in the arrest of a woman with a loaded handgun. Officers arrested Shelley Frick on March 31 after staff at Rivendell, a second stage housing facility, observed her on security camera holding a handgun as she entered the facility. Police found Frick to be in possession of a loaded 9-millimetre Smith and Wessen handgun, said Sgt. Miriam Dickson of the Mission RCMP. Frick, 59, made another appearance in Abbotsford Provincial Court on Thursday and is facing four charges, including careless use of a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a prohibited weapon and possession of a prohibited weapon with ammunition. Dickson said Frick did not tell investigators why she was carrying a gun, but added she was being evicted from the facility.

Abby swims solo with P3 Councils faced a torrent of criticism ROCHELLE BAKER AND CAM TUCKER editorial@abbotsfordtimes.com

bbotsford City Council will be moving forward with a P3 water project proposal for Stave Lake without the support of its partner the District of Mission despite its vote to reject the plan. Abbotsford Mayor George Peary said council will go ahead with the vote on submitting the P3 plan for federal funding in two weeks time, as decided at its meeting Monday night. What’s more, if Abbotsford council votes in favour of moving forward and gets the desired funding, it will undertake the $300 million project

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P3 critic Lynn Perrin outlined her opposition to the proposed water plan. to meet future water needs independently. “At the moment, our belief is we will carry on, and if the application is accepted [for federal funding], it’s full steam ahead,” Peary said.

“It would be an independent Abbotsford water supply project, and would not be part of the Abbotsford/ Mission Water Sewer Commission (AMWSC).” Both municipal councils – joint members of AMWSC – were considering a public private partnership (P3) to help fund a $300 million plan to use Stave Lake as a secondary source to meet future water needs in the communities. Both councils held public hearings around the issue Monday night, but Mission council voted 4-3 against submitting the proposal to Public Private Partnerships Canada (PPP Canada) for federal funding after facing vociferous public opposition. However, Abbotsford council voted to defer the decision to submit the project to Ottawa for two weeks until

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n a mystery spanning more than 2,000 years, some believe the face imprinted on a piece of cloth is the actual face of the Son of God. The Shroud of Turin has been the subject of intense debate among scientists, theologians, historians and researchers. While some contend that the Shroud is the actual cloth placed on the body of Jesus Christ at the time of his burial, and the face image is the face of Jesus, others contend that the artifact was created in the Middle Ages. Whatever you believe, you will have an opportunity to view a digital replica of the Shroud up close, as it makes its way to Abbotsford for a free exhibit at St. Anne’s Church, 33333 Mayfair Ave. from April 13 to 16. Along with a public viewing of the Shroud, visitors can take in presentations by Shroud scholars/authors John Iannone and Dr. Phillip Wiebe, a director of the VSA (Vancouver Shroud Association) at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. each day. On the closing day the Stella Maris Choir of White Rock will perform on Saturday, April 16 at 3 p.m. ◗ For more information visit www.stannsabbotsford.ca or call 604-855-2575.

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Deranged landlord sentenced two years ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

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13, 2010 to find a upstairs suite of the First reported @ c o u p l e a n d t h e i r abbotsfordtimes.com house after he had two young children turned on all the burnbarricaded in their “He was basically ers of an electric stove basement suite. and poured cooking oil “The tenants had saying he was on them. called us advising going to burn the The family that had their landlord was been victim to Jandu’s extremely agitated house down.” ra m p a g e, Br i a n a n d and had thrown Kor inne Tjepkema – Const. Ian MacDonald and their two children a sledgehammer through a window,” Mercy and Koby, had a said Const. Ian particularly hard year MacDonald. in 2010. “He was basically saying he Brian had already been diagwas going to burn the house nosed with a rare, life-threatdown.” ening blood disorder. Then on Po l i c e f o u n d Ja n d u i n t h e the heels of moving to a new

he Abbotsford landlord who terrorized the family renting his home and poured cooking oil over a hot stove to try and burn down the house has been sentenced to two years behind bars. Paramjeet Jandu, found guilty of uttering threats, mischief and attempted arson, also got the maximum three years probation. With credit for six months ser ved, Jandu will spend an additional 18 months in jail. Abbotsford Police were called out to the home in the 2800 block of Townline Road on Oct.

bbotsford Green party candidate Daniel Bryce has condemned the Conservatives when it comes to environment issues in the Fraser Valley and throughout Canada. Bryce said the Conservatives do not take environmental issues seriously enough and would give them a rating of below zero on the issue. “Maybe in Alberta [the environment] doesn’t mean as much to people but here in B.C., I’d say it matters an awful lot,” said Bryce, w h o a d d e d Ca n a d a h a s the resources to help lead the world to become more environmentally conscious, but chooses not to because of the Conservatives approach on the subject. He said Canada, especially Abbotsford, could benefit greatly from becoming an environmentally friendly nation, particularly in the agricultural industry. Abbotsford’s agricultural business is worth $1.8 billion a year, but Bryce said that could “exponentially” grow with greener initiatives. He said switching to a more organic way of farming could not only reduce the harmful impact on the environment, but it could help increase jobs as opposed to having machines in manufacturing plants do most of the work. “So there are initiatives where you can help the environment and help grow the economy.” Conservative MP Ed Fa s t s a i d h i s p a r t y h a s “invested billions” into the

environment, including ways to reduce the carbon footprint of farmers here in Abbotsford. “ We’ve invested quite heavily in green technology for the agricultural sector,” said Fast. Just last month, Fast, along with Hans Cunningham, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and director of the Regional District of Central Kootenay, announced a Green Municipal Fund (GMF) for Abbotsford. Abbotsford received $168,000 in funding that will go toward green initiatives, as part of a $550 million endowment for the FCM to establish the GMF. “We’ve also invested heavily to ensure that farmers can market their goods more effectively around the world,” said Fast. Air pollution is another issue in the Fraser Valley, but Fast said there are policies in place, such as tax credits for transit passes that should eliminate the equivalent of 56,000 cars off Canadian roads. In a letter to the Times, Fast said under the Clean Air Act, emissions are being regulated, and the Conservatives hope to eliminate Green House Gas emissions by 17 per cent by 2020. But Abbotsford Liberal candidate Madeleine Hardin i s n’t c o n v i n c e d , s a y i n g Stephen Harper himself referred to climate change as a ‘socialist scheme’. “Liberals want to shift towards a more greener practice and there’s no reason why Canada can’t do this.”

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The Abbotsford Board of Education is hosting an information meeting regarding its preliminary 2011-12 operating budget. The meeting is open to the members of the public, especially parents, to come and learn more about the investment in public education in the community, said district spokesman Dave Stephen. “The intent is to create more understanding of the budget and current priorities,” said Stephen. “The public will be given opportunity to ask questions about the budget information, including what other information they’d like to see.” The meeting takes place Monday, April 11 at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at W.J. Mouat Secondary School, 32355 Mouat Drive, Abbotsford.

Celebrate Japanese culture at Thunderbird Square on Sunday, April 10 for the annual Abbotsford Cherry Blossom Festival. The civic square is home to many cherry trees that should be in full bloom on that day. There will be plenty of activities for all ages and it will also be a chance to learn about opportunities to donate to the Japan Disaster Relief in light of the recent earthquake and tsunami. The afternoon kicks off at noon with a bang, compliments of the Tetsu Taiko drum group. They will follow up with a hands-on workshop. There will also be a karate demonstration, sushi making demo with miso sampling and tea. For more information contact Kat Wahamaa at kwahamaa@thereach.ca or call 604-864-8087.

Kristina was just 24 when she found out she had Multiple Sclerosis last September. She lost most of the vision in her right eye, but doctors were able to get the MS under control. Now Kristina is organizing a fundraiser for MS on Sunday, April 10 at the Phoenix Lounge, 33780 King Rd. in Abbotsford from 6 p.m. to 9. Come out to support this worthwhile cause. Kristina is also organizing a team for the MS Walk on Sunday, May 1 at Upper Sumas Elementary, 36321 Vye Rd., Abbotsford. – STAFF REPORTER TWITTER.COM/ABBYTIMES

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he Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce stated it was “disheartened” by the municipal council vote Monday night to not pursue P3 Canada funding for the proposed Stave Lake water project. “It was clear from the proceedings that special interests were clouding the objective decision making of council,” Chamber president Cal Crawford said in a press statement. “We are unsure that council understood the ramifications of their decision by clearly striking out a significant funding opportunity. The electorate no longer can vote on this opportunity.” The proposal included seeking $71.2 million in federal funding – 25 per cent of the total cost – for the $300 million project. Some councillors advanced the opinion that a new funding model could be worked out with the federal government, noted Crawford.

gunshots coming from a grey Honda Accord near the intersection of Townline Road and Blueridge Drive, said Abbotsford Police Const. Ian MacDonald. The students didn’t feel that the shots were directed at them or the school, MacDonald said. “Nobody is injured and we don’t have any evidence of rounds hitting any structures we’re aware of, and we’re conducting a search for the vehicle,” he said. The Abbotsford K-9 unit was brought out to search the area for shell casings. Police still need to determine that the students actually heard gunfire, said MacDonald. Regardless, shots-fired calls need to be taken seriously, he said. “[A lockdown] was the best way to ensure student and staff safety in the early stages of the investigation and keep everybody accounted for.” The lockdown was lifted at 1:05 p.m. ◗ Check back at www.abbotsfordimes.com for updates. HTTP://TWITTER.COM/ABBYTIMES

But Jim Gordon, general manager of the Abbotsford/Mission Water Sewer Commission, stated no other federal funding programs exist for a project of this nature. However, the Chamber noted the business case for the P3 project might assist the district as it contained wellconstructed parameters for the ongoing management and maintenance of the infrastructure after it was built. The AMWSC should adopt the parameters in order to responsibly manage this expensive project, stated the Chamber. However, Pitt Meadows-Maple Ridge-Mission NDP candidate Craig Speirs said council made the right call on Monday. More than 100 people attended the meeting and were emphatic they didn’t want a for-profit company dealing with a public resource such as water,

Speirs said. “To me, water is a sacred trust that should never leave local control – it’s just too important,” Speirs said in a press statement. “We have to protect it at all costs. In order to get that money from the Harper government they would have to enter into a P3 contract . . . “The [federal government] should be offering funding that does not force communities into P3 contracts.” Speirs said he hoped the City of Abbotsford would follow Mission’s lead, and spoke about Maple Ridge’s experience with a P3 project that ended up costing millions of dollars after it was challenged in court. “When we allow a for-profit company to create a business from a service critical to the public need, there will be a premium to regain control.” – STAFF REPORTER

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“Our water, lakes and aquifers should not be in private hands” WATER, from page A3 its next council meeting so it could take time to weigh public comment – all of it critical – before making a decision. T h e St a v e L a k e P 3 p r o j e c t includes an intake and pump station, treatment plant, new transmission mains and expansion of the Maclure Reservoir. Part of the plan was to seek funding for 25 per cent of the project, or a little more than $71 million, from Public Private Partnerships Canada (PPP Canada). Peary said the project might be scaled back somewhat and the costs somewhat reduced with Mission’s departure, but overall it would go ahead as planned. “We would pay for the whole thing, and if some day they needed more water, they could buy it, at a premium, since they opted out of any capital investment,” Peary said.

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Like Mission council, Abbotsford faced a torrent of criticism around the proposed P3 plan Monday night. Around 20 speakers voiced their opinions for more than two hours. Critics of the plan questioned the immediate need for such an expensive project, and stated conservation would help meet Abbotsford’s water needs. Abbotsford resident Aird Flavelle said that after the city’s new Bevan

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abbotsfordtimes.com “We would pay for the whole thing, and if some day they needed more water, they could buy it, at a premium, since they opted out of any capital investment.” – Mayor George Peary

Wells come on line, they would bring water capacity up to 170 million litres a day, up from the previous 140 million litres. New capacity should be enough to meet the average daily needs of 78 million litres a day, and the maximum demand during summer, which averages around 142 million litres, said Flavelle. If the city is able to recapture the five per cent of the total capacity it loses to leaks with the recent installation of the new water smart meters, capacity would be increased further still, he added. “We just need to adjust summer consumption,” said Flavelle, adding that Abbotsford residents are some of the highest consumers of water in the world. Federal funding for the P3 project was not guaranteed, particularly with the upcoming election, noted resident Regina Dalton.

“It’s important to have a plan . . . there has to be a plan B,” said Dalton. Some speakers voiced concern about a private company being in charge of the water treatment plant. Others questioned whether the public would have access to information about the project and its subsequent operations if a private company undertook the design, building, financing, and operation (DBFO) of the Stave Lake facility. “I’m concerned that information regarding the P3 contract will be withheld because of third-party confidentiality,” said Laurie Hoekstra, adding P3 water projects in other countries, particularly Argentina, had suffered from contamination of water sources, unmet contractual obligations by private companies, and inadequate maintenance. “Governments trying to address the problems were threatened with multimillion dollar lawsuits,” said Hoekstra. Water was not a negotiable issue, stated resident Gerda Peachy. “Our water, lakes, and aquifers should not be in private hands,” said Peachy. “We give you [government] a good chunk of money to take care of the common good . . . please do not give control of water to private people.” A number of speakers also expressed their frustration with the format of public hearings, which allows for public comment, but

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no dialogue with city councillors or immediate responses to questions. “I cannot believe you sit there stone-faced and will not engage with these people,” said Elizabeth Grey, who later pleaded with the council to set aside some time to meet and address the concerns raised. Peary said conservation measures alone would not meet the city’s future water needs. It would also not address the need to have a redundant source of water beyond what is obtained

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Mission Mayor James Atebe, who voted in favour of the P3 plan, said it was clear the public was against that choice. “We knew the issue was not going to be a slam dunk,” said Atebe. “The public’s main concern was they do not want the operating part of [the project] to be P3.” One option would be to apply for federal financial assistance to design and build the project, but not for its operation, said Atebe. Mission Coun. Jenny Stevens, who voted against the P3 plan, said there were too many strings attached. “We knew the issue was not “A lot of the feeling there was let’s wait until we have an honest going to be a slam dunk.” grant, which doesn’t have strings on it,” said Stevens. “Grants are coming and going – Mayor James Atebe all the time, and we have an [federal] election coming up.” Another issue with private partfrom Norrish Creek,” he said. The operator of the Stave Lake nerships, said Stevens, is the displant would simply treat the water trict would not be dealing with while Abbotsford maintained sole just one company, but perhaps as ownership of the resource and the many as three or four. She called the move “risky” and facilities, he stressed. It’s likely council will vote to sub- said there isn’t as much security in mit the P3 proposal for federal such an agreement. The final decision about whether funding at its next meeting on April Abbotsford will undertake the P3 18, Peary said. “That’s my impression, but I don’t project lies in the hands of votwant to prejudice how individual ers. A public referendum on the councillors will vote,” he said. “In the meantime, we’ll be con- project will take place during the tacting PPP Canada to see if they upcoming municipal elections in would consider an application November. solely from Abbotsford and if they TWITTER.COM/ABBYTIMES do. . . it will move forward.”

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he whole debate issue keeps coming up every election. Which political party leaders get to talk; which ones don’t. Whose empty promises deserve to be promulgated among the ordinary folk; whose lies aren’t supported by enough zealots to be worthy of spreading to the unwashed masses. Which leaders get to prod more Canadian television viewers to switch to an American channel for a couple of hours, and which leaders get to lead those viewers by example. Once again, Elizabeth May is on her soapbox, demanding equal time with the Big Boys for her opportunity to toot the Liberal horn. Oops! Did I say Liberal? Ms. May is actually the leader of the Green Party, isn’t she? Well, now I have to admit to some confusion. Last time she muscled her way into a national election debate, she sounded an awful lot like she was debating on behalf of the federal Liberal Party. Indeed, poor Stephane Dion (Remember him? He’s the first Canadian Liberal leader ever to get dumped by his party without having served at least a few minutes as prime minister) might not have done as well as he did in that debate, if May hadn’t played the part of his trusty sidekick. All the formal rules aside – which actually change from election to election, depend-

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Odd thoughts ing on the whims of the media moguls who dole out bits of expensive air time here and there to suggest that they care about such concepts as “civic duty” or “corporate citizenship” or “CRTC requirements” – the real reason May shouldn’t have a seat at the Big Boys’ table is that she apparently doesn’t understand the most basic, unwritten rule: as a political party leader, she’s supposed to debate her own party’s platform, not somebody else’s. Considering her performance last time they let her out of the stable, it’s easy to see why each of the Big Boys would love to see the old mare trot alongside the thoroughbreds. M. Duceppe, the Bloc head, has nothing to lose. May will have no impact in Quebec, where the most politically savvy electorate in the nation will appreciate his magnanimous gesture to democracy. Jack N’Dip Layton has perhaps the most to lose from a surge in Green support, as voter support for Green and the NDP has traditionally been indirectly proportional to one another – as one goes up, the other goes down, and vice versa . . . but

that would only be a factor if May does well in the debate – and actually debates on behalf of her own party. So based on past performance, he, too, can afford to look like a magnanimous upholder of democracy. Big Mike Ignatieff’s support for May is obvious. There’s an advantage to having two people debating for Liberal platforms, while all the other parties get only one each. Plus there’s the outside chance she might actually debate some Green points and suck a few votes away from Iggy’s chief rival, the NDP. But Stevie Harper’s likely motivation for wanting May in the debate is probably the most Machiavellian of all. Remember what sank the Liberal battleship – er, okay, tugboat – in the last election? It was Dion’s stridently green environment-first strategy. If May gets up on her hind legs in front of a national television audience and spouts a few Green platitudes in between supporting Iggy the way she did Stephane, Harpo and Crüe will make the connection in a happy new set of attack ads, and the IggyLibs are toast. Unless the Big Boys come up with honest reasons (ha! fat chance!) for having May come to the dance with them, she should stay home and watch American Idol, or whatever. ■ Visit Bob Groeneveld’s blog, Editor’s Notes, at http://tiny.cc/v7b94.

rime Minister Stephen Harper announced recently that if his party forms a majority government following May’s federal election, he will quickly take steps to undermine democracy. Harper made his plan clear in comments to a news conference in New Brunswick last Friday when he committed to end per-vote subsidies to political parties. What the prime minister means is that he would like to repeal some of the world’s most progressive election financing legislation and replace it, presumably, with a system more akin to that in the United States, which ensures wealthy individuals and organizations have a disproportionate influence on lawmakers. Currently, Canada’s regulations impose strict caps on the amount of money candidates can spend on election campaigns, restrict donations from members of the public to modest sums and ban donations of any kind from corporations and trade unions. The bulk of any given candidate’s campaign money comes from the public purse, in the form of a $2 subsidy for every vote their party garnered in the previous election times the number of years that have passed since. The effect is that it is more in the interests of a candidate to curry favour from voters than to do so from big business or labour. That will change if Harper is given an opportunity to put his plan into action. It is an idea with huge benefits for private interests and the parties that favour them, and absolutely nothing for ordinary Canadians. If there was one reason, and one reason only to place a vote designed to neutralize the Conservatives, this would, in our opinion, merit that vote.

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Teen embarrassed by elders’ behaviour Editor, the Times:

I am a 15-year-old student at Robert Bateman Secondary. I recently attended a city council meeting on April 4. I went to hear a discussion on the P3 water decision. The people who were speaking out were completely rude, and I have to say I was disgusted. I was sitting there quietly listening to the opinion of other citizens on the P3 decision. Most of the others, I cannot say did the same. They were loud, and rude, and did not listen respectfully. They also did not speak respectfully. I understand that you can speak with emotion. I respect that. But yelling at council and his Worship – that is uncalled for. And, not speaking on the topic just wastes time. Mayor Peary clearly stated at the beginning that sticking to five minutes each would be helpful to make the meeting go quicker. The people just revolted, saying that was uncalled for. I disagree, and believe that you shouldn’t waste everyone’s time. I was very worried that there would be a brawl. It worried me looking around at who would fend them off if they revolted. I felt that if the council decided on passing it, that the people in the audience would go onto the stage and attack as a mob. I am embarrassed of those people who spoke out and said that they represented Abbotsford. I know, – and I’m sure I’m not the only one – that not everyone feels the same. I have a love for politics, and get offended at people who rag on politicians. I can see now why people are disgusted by politics. It’s not only their opinions of the politicians, but of how people react, and are flat out rude. I really just wanted to tell the people to shut up. I would say it respectfully, how I was taught to speak in public. I would never speak or act the way my fellow citizens did. I wanted to go up and speak, and let the council know that the people speaking were a minority in our community, not a majority.

I was embarrassed to be associated with those people. I would like to end with saying, not all of us have such little respect for people. I wish to apologize for those particular citizens – we are not all like that. Victoria McMillan Abbotsford

Hoping to keep an open mind about P3 Editor, the Times:

In the April 5 edition of the Abbotsford-Mission Times – referring to comments made by CUPE – Mayor Peary is quoted as saying: “The first casualty in war is truth.” For me this raises two concerns. The first is the assumption that only CUPE is worried about what may happen to our water. After the Monday April 4 meeting, Abbotsford council should recognize that a myriad of people – including business owners, retired citizens and non-union employees – are all concerned about a private company having operational control of even part of our water supply. Perhaps even more disturbing is the use of the word “war.” This issue is a discussion, a dialogue, or at worst (and not recommended), a fight. The idea that opposing sides of this argument (another possible descriptor) are at “war” lowers it to a level that guarantees an ‘us-against-them’ mentaility. And no, I am not a CUPE member – I have been selfemployed for over a quarter of a century. Regina Dalton Abbotsford

MLA appreciates you not signing petition Editor, the Times:

I want to express my appreciation to all the residents of Maple Ridge and Mission who showed confidence in me by not signing the recall petition. I commit myself to continue working diligently for the benefit of my constituents and the communities that I represent. I am aware that of the

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relatively few people who did sign the petition, a significant number of them were under the impression that they were signing to get rid of the HST. That, in fact, was not the case. Recalling me would have had no impact in the final HST. decision. At the end of June, there will be a mail-in referendum on the HST. The B.C. Liberal government of British Columbia has committed itself to abiding by the outcome of this referendum. This is in direct response to last year’s successful petition which was signed by over 10 per cent of voters in every B.C. riding. This referendum will almost certainly involve a much greater participation in this taxation decision. Fifty per cent plus one of those who vote will determine the HST outcome. Recalling me would have had no impact in the final HST decision. I personally commit myself to supporting the result of this vote. It is my sincere hope that the residents of Maple Ridge and Mission, as well as all British Columbians, will look closely at the HST on its own merits. We know all know that taxes will not go away as long as we need and expect services such as health care, education and improved transportation networks. The question is: do we move back to a bureaucratic provincial sales tax system and forfeit $1.6 billion dollars in federal transition dollars or do we remain with the HST which is viewed by virtually all economists as a job creator? I will support the people’s decision in the vote. I am honoured to have the opportunity to serve and help strengthen our communities in my capacity as MLA. Marc Dalton MLA Maple Ridge - Mission

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Not having a gas dealing with prices Editor, the Times:

Spring has come and our thoughts turn to love – but not only to love. They also turn to the rising price of gasoline. Actually, for many local folk, thoughts of love and thoughts of gasoline are presently connected. According to my observations, a growing number of Fraser Valley residents are falling in love with gasoline just across the border. Don’t get me wrong. I support the notion of supporting businesses in our own communities. But I’ve noticed that my support becomes anemic when gouging begins. When companies undertake to abuse customers financially, we have a moral right to turn our back on them. On March 30 the going price of regular unleaded in Abbotsford was $1.259/10 a litre. On a trip to Bellingham that day I noticed that the typical posted price per US gallon for regular unleaded was $3.779/10. I saw higher prices but also some as low as $3.649/10. Overcoming my natural inclination to buy local, and doing some quick mental calculation, I decided to quench the thirst of my vehicle with Washington brew. I paid $3.779/10 per gallon for 15.32 US gallons. Did I save money? Given that a U.S. gallon equals 3.78 litres, the calculation is easy, all the more so because the Canadian and American dollars are now at credit card par, or with the loonie even slightly ahead of the greenback. The calculation is as follows. A U.S. gallon of gasoline in Abbotsford on March 30 would have cost me 3.78 times $1.259/10 or $4.76. The difference between the Abbotsford price of $4.76 and the Lynden price of $3.779/10 is 98 cents per U.S. gallon. Since I bought 15.32 gallons, I saved 15.32

times $.98 or $15.01. My total U.S. cost was $57.90. My Canadian cost would have been $72.92. The cost of gas in Abbotsford was 20.59 per cent higher. Consider the following: not many weeks ago the Abbotsford price was $1.049/10. Since then labour costs have not gone up. Petroleum and sales taxes have not gone up. Property taxes have not increased. Petroleum royalty fees have not increased. Retailing costs have not gone up. Distribution costs have not gone up. Why, then, has the price of gasoline shot up? Partly because angry citizens in Libya are revolting against a brutal dictator, but Libya produces less than two per cent of the world’s oil and its reduced production has no actual impact on Canada. And partly because our big oil companies, in step with their U.S. parents or actually trying to outdo them, have developed deep thoughts of love for inordinate profits, especially in the spring. Given these realities it should not be surprising that growing numbers of local drivers, with ever thinning wallets, are finding the smell of Whatcom unleaded increasingly pleasant and attractive. John H. Redekop Abbotsford

Don’t forget about that ‘old’ HST issue Editor, the Times:

It’s difficult to believe that hardly anything has been said about the fact the HST at 12 per cent is an extra tax-generating rip-off for government. Yes, if all goods and services (GST) were at five per cent, and if the Provincial tax were on all the same items, at seven per cent, it would “harmonize” at 12 per cent. However, that is clearly not the case. What will happen is that all formerly five per cent GST items will go up to 12 per cent under the HST, and so will some of the items taxed at the provincial tax of seven per cent, but the provincial tax of seven per cent was only on “goods” of some of the

items, and not on “services” at all. But the HST will be assessed on all items that had either tax previously. So, please do a bit of math and it will be obvious that when these two taxes are combined, the 12 per cent brings in a lot more than the two lower, separate taxes only on certain items and where “service costs” were not included in the seven per cent B.C Provincial Tax. Some easy places to check how a 12 per cent HST would cost extra to citizens are your monthly household bills, like phone and hydro, any household service repairs, and the receipts you get when making purchases. The one important fact that is that the HST harmonized should definitely not be 12 per cent. I hope the lower HST figure will be on the referendum, otherwise my choice is No to the HST. Lila Rauh, Mission

Let’s not forget the Queen keeps her word Editor, the Times:

I agree with Times columnist Bob Groeneveld’s assertion that recent prime ministers have recommended a person for the appointment as the Queen’s representative and Governor General of Canada who is friendly to his or her party. However, Mr. Groeneveld cannot disguise his antimonarchy bias when he states: “Our Governor General does not represent us, as citizens of Canada, but instead nominally represents a monarch of birthright.” Let me remind this opinion writer of the statement made by our Queen on her ascendancy to the throne; that she would devote her whole being – body and soul – to the service of her people in Great Britain and the Commonwealth. She has kept her word for the past 60 years. We citizens of Canada realize who is really on our side and who is masquarading as our friend. Jim Happer Abbotsford

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Local communications pro heading to Croatia Kennedy off to U of Dubrovnik JEAN KONDA-WITTE JKonda-Witte@abbotsfordtimes.com

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Abbotsford Police Deputy Chief Len Goerke says extra cash will fund large-scale investigations

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he Abbotsford Police Department is in the enviable position of being able to put away some budget money for a rainy day. The department’s 2010 year-end financial report shows the APD has a budget surplus of $438,000, said Deputy Chief Len Goerke. A total of $165,000 in savings came from lower fuel and insurance prices than were projected during the budgeting process in 2009, said Goerke. The remainder of the department’s savings were due to medical and parental leaves and vacancy gapping. The extra cash will be added to an operating reserve used to fund important, largescale investigations to protect public safety, said Goerke. The current reserve is $650,000, and with

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the surplus it will top out at more than $1 million. “It’s really our insurance fund for serious criminal cases,” said Goerke. “Investigations where we need to throw everything and the kitchen sink into.” Those types of cases involve undercover officers, wiretaps, and lots of overtime, he said. One such case, where the APD ran a covert investigation to catch arsonists who targeted a local businessman and set fire to three establishments, caused more than $9 million in damages. “We spent over $1 million on [investigating the Paul] Esposito fires,” said Goerke, adding there was no designated amount for the operating reserves. “But for an organization of this size . . . my comfort level falls between $750,000 and $1 million. “It’s very easy to spend $1/2 million or $750,000 on a major investigation.”

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o c a l b u s i n e s s ow n e r Amelia Kennedy will be sharing her expertise with university students in Croatia next month. K e n n e d y, f o u n d e r o f Crosspoint Communications in Abbotsford, will be taking her public relations/ business skills overseas and sharing her Canadian expertise with undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University of Dubrovnik for two weeks in early May. “I a m f o r t u n a t e t o b e heading to Croatia to be a guest lecturer and for being given the opportunity to s h a re a n d e xc h a n g e P R and business knowledge on another continent,” said Kennedy, who added that the 100 or so students are really excited to be learning something new – in this case, event management. Kennedy is no stranger to the topic, having most recently pulled off the 9th

AMELIA KENNEDY annual Cultural Diversity Awards event for more than 400 guests at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre in early March. “My c u r re n t i n d u s t r y experience will be the basis for the material and content I’ll provide and will have a very Canadian focus,” she said. “Based on my involvement within Abbotsford, I will also be able to pull from a variety of local examples from our community.” The globetrotting doesn’t stop there for the young entrepreneur, who is cur-

rently working on her Master’s degree in PR/Communications at the University of Leicester in the UK. In December she will be off again, heading to Vienna to guest lecture at FHWienSt u d i e n g ä n g e d e r W K W University, where she will teach event management on a 2-3 week stint. “That program is really neat because it is international management with guest lecturers from all over the world,” she said. “It’s e xc i t i n g t o b r i n g knowledge from Canada and share experiences with up-and-coming professionals. I love to travel and see other parts of the world, and if I can do that and teach, then it’s even better.” Kennedy founded Crosspoint Communications in 2007 and is a faculty member at Kwantlen Po l y t e c h n i c Un i v e r s i t y, BCIT and the University of Victoria. She is a member of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and is on the board of directors. ◗ For more, contact her at amelia@crosspointcommunications.ca.

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Preparing to pay seasonal water rates A

bbotsford city council has approved seasonal water rates, meaning residents will pay more to use the resource during the peak summer season. The new rates will ensure consumers who conserve water save money, and discourage excessive use during the summer months, said city staff. With the new rates residents will pay an off peak rate from November to April of $1.13 per cubic metre (1000 litres). In the peak season of May to October, rates will be tiered according to how much water is used. Residents will pay $1.13 for up to 60 cubic metres of water, $1.43 for 61 to 90 cubic metres and $2.26 for anything above 91 cubic metres. Water rates were previously $1.02 per

cubic metre and would have cost the average household about $332 annually for an average use of 325 cubic metres. New rates will cost an average household around $375 annually for a total of 327 cubic metres. Commercial, industrial, hydrant, institutional, and farm water rates will also increase by 12 per cent effective July 1. Those users will pay 92 cents for up to 10,000 cubic metres of water, 85 cents for beyond that up to 100,000 cubic metres, and 69 cents for water exceeding 100,000 cubic metres. Council also approved summer lawn sprinkling twice a week in the morning, barring any drastic water shortages. -ROCHELLE BAKER/TIMES

A Mission man and Abbotsford woman were arrested after the discovery of a clandestine drug lab – described as unusually large by police – in a home on a residential street in Burnaby. The house featured a wellkept lawn and a garden with rhododendrons ready to burst into bloom. One neighbour said she was taken aback to learn

Briefly the couple who lived there were arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of operating a meth lab in the basement of the house in the 8200block Manson Drive, and the danger the illegal lab presented. RCMP Const. Michael McLaughlin said a 33-yearold Mission man and a 24year-old Abbotsford woman were arrested Monday as

they left the house, and a 42-year-old Burnaby man was arrested in his vehicle after being tailed from the crime scene. The 33-year-old man was carrying an illegal loaded handgun and a quantity of drugs believed to be methamphetamine. The two men remain in custody and the woman was released on a recognizance. None has been charged or has made a first court appearance. ANDY IVENS/THE PROVINCE

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ABBOTSFORD’S MOST WANTED The Abbotsford Police Department has warrants attached to these individuals that were outstanding as of 10 a.m. Thursday. If anyone has information on the whereabouts of these individuals, call the detachment at 604-859-5225 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Dane Miller 19 years old

Local pair caught in meth bust

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Gregory Rusk

Harvinder Sahota

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Wanted for trafficking

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sn’t it curious that in our culture today, amidst the abundance of rhetoric, marriage, children and the normally expected outcome of marriage are so rarely mentioned? Curious, did I say? No, it is tragic – even disastrous. To our shame as adults, the total concern on all sides of the marriage question is about the rightness or wrongness of consenting adults’ living arrangements, their desires, welfare and enjoyment. “Children?”, I hear you say. “Ha-ha, yes of course, the children. What about them?” Well for a starter, if our parents had not had children, you and I wouldn’t even be. Let’s get real. Having children is important. The original and fundamental reason for marriage was and is the survival of the human race. All of us are mortal. If the human race is to continue we

must replace ourselves; yes even more than replace ourselves. God’s command, “Be fruitful and multiply and replenish the earth” is a self-evident necessity. Because of low birth rates, Canada, and virtually all other industrialized nations, face the threat of a steady depopulation, which is being held at bay only through immigration, mainly from the two-thirds world. Children are our most precious possession. Having them, protecting, nourishing and training them in a loving environment is the most important task we will ever have and is what marriage and “family” are really all about! Don’t get me wrong. Marriage is not only about raising children. It is also about the growing, intimate, satisfying and loving relationship of a husband and wife that is meant to last a lifetime. Where we get it wrong is in

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Faith that matters forgetting that it is not just this latter. In contrast to the offspring of every other living creature, the human baby is more dependent and for a longer period of time. Some animal offspring are literally born running. Others require weeks or a month or so of minimal care. Children are born helpless and need constant care in a family for years. For balanced nurture and training they also need the influence of both a mother and a father. Hence, in the very nature of things, it is to society’s advantage to do everything possible

to aid and abet marriage and keep families intact – a fact the Supreme Court of Canada itself has already affirmed. How important is the family in God’s eyes? In the Ten Commandments no other human-tohuman relationship is covered so thoroughly. In the fifth: “Honour your father and your mother…” In the seventh: “You shall not commit adultery,” and part of the 10th: “. . .you shall not covet . . . your neighbor’s wife . . .” In contemporary society, divorce is the great destroyer of children and young people. Children need to feel secure in their family life in order to mature and become positive and productive members of the community. Sad to say, no-fault divorce is the order of the day and has become the easy-out for self-centered adults who have fooled themselves that the kids will survive. Some do. Most carry the scars of family breakup for

life! I wish I could say that children in the community of faith fare better. They don’t. To our shame, divorce is almost as rife in our churches as in society in general – so much for our being the “light of the world” and the “salt of the earth.” Forgive us, children, forgive us. What about the children? Listen to Jesus: “. . . whoever causes one of these little ones [children] who believe in Me, to stumble, it is better for him that a heavy millstone be hung around his neck and that he be drowned in the depths of the sea.” (Matthew 18:6) If these words don’t jolt us awake, they should. ■ Bert Warden, a former missionary

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Are you a leader or a follower?

vidual’s ability to lead, the lower the lid on his potential. “Whatever you will accomplish is restricted by your ability to lead others. Personal and organizational effectiveness is proportionate to the strength of leadership.” Reading such statements challenged my passive involvement in life. Was he telling me that I will never reach my potential unless I develop leadership abilities? Is he so bold as to believe that everyone can be a leader? Too many chefs in the kitchen cause chaos and confusion.

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and thus to tap into greater potential, especially in the area of organizational skills. Becoming a leader has had positive affects in every aspect of my life and I would highly recommend that you do likewise, at least in your sphere of influence. Are you a leader or a follower? Be both.

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I can hardly take care of myself – that’s not for me.” My mind was set on being passive and always looking for the easy way out. But as I began to get out of my comfort zone and do things I didn’t like to do or want to do, I truly began to develop new abilities that I did not have before. At first I still felt unsure and I was somewhat afraid. Even so, I started to step out of my comfort zone. I admitted my ignorance in areas and started to ask for help. I swallowed my pride and my concern for making mistakes. The fear departed and I started to grow in leadership abilities

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the diligent shall bear rule, but the slothful will be put to forced labour.” Being passive, lazy and non-committed in my workplace was hindering me from developing my potential. In verse 27 (New King James) it goes on to say, “The slothful man does not roast what he took in hunting, but diligence is man’s precious possession.” I remember telling myself “Why would I want to be a leader? I have enough headaches already. “Delegating to people who don’t follow through and being blamed for everything, who wants that? Managing others when

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ALICE MARYNIUK

Do you know what’s even better than being one or the other: embracing them both hen people would ask me, “Are you a leader or a follower?” I would proudly reply “Oh, I am a follower.” My passive behaviour, my non-committal personality and my people-pleasing tendencies seemed to fit well as a submissive follower. But lately my view about leadership has changed. I read a book by John Maxwell called The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. Maxwell is so bold as to say “Leadership ability is the lid that determines a person’s level of effectiveness. The lower an indi-

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FOOD

❘ A15

Perfecting fall-off-the-bone ribs A sure-fire way for mouthwatering results every time

frequent statement used to describe perfectly cooked ribs (pork or beef) is that they are so tender they “fall off the bone”. The other day I was reminded about the way I used to incorrectly cook pork ribs when I was a very young adult, and thought it would be interesting to examine a more successful cooking technique. There are many ways to achieve mouth-watering, tender ribs, but I will share with you my favorite, easy technique for today’s average home chef. Unlike a great steak (such as striploin, prime, porterhouse, t-bone, tenderloin, etc.) ribs, be it beef or pork, have a large amount of connective tissue. They therefore cannot be cooked by the same procedure. These afore mentioned steaks are very tender and can easily be cooked to perfection with a little seasoning and a few minutes on a hot grill. The goal in cooking ribs to perfection, however, would include the breaking down of the connective tissue, to in turn tenderize the meat and release its grip from the rib bones. Breaking down connective tissue in meat is best accomplished by cooking for it for long periods of time with low moist heat, such as with braising or stewing techniques. When I was younger (and inexperienced) I accomplished “fall off the bone” ribs by boiling them for an hour first, then slathering them in barbecue sauce, and then baking or grilling. Although I did get the connective tissue released from the bones, my ribs were left tasting bland, other than the flavour from the barbecue sauce on the outside. Water has no flavour, and thus boiling ribs as the main cooking procedure will not offer any complexity in flavour to the finished dish. There are many ways to infuse flavour into your ribs like dry rubs or indirect heat over a fire for many hours as “traditional” barbecuing would suggest, but I want to offer you, the reader, a somewhat faster and easier approach. First season your ribs with salt and pepper on both sides. Over high flame on your outdoor grill, completely sear both sides of the ribs until they are caramelized.

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On cooking Remove from the heat, and coat both sides with your barbecue sauce of choice. Preheat your oven to 300 degrees and lay the saucecoated racks of ribs on a baking sheet. Pour onehalf cup of liquid (water, beer, broth, red wine) on the baking sheet and seal completely with aluminum foil. Bake for one and a half hours, then lower the heat to 250 degrees, and bake for another one and a half hours. This technique is called braising. Pierce the aluminum foil in the corner and gently pour out the liquid. Carefully remove and discard the aluminum foil. Gently brush the top of the ribs liberally with more barbecue sauce and finally broil the ribs on the tray in the oven for a few minutes until the sauce on the top has caramelized. Gently remove the ribs from the tray and transfer onto a serving platter by sliding a couple of long utensils (tongs, for example) underneath each rack in order to not disturb the shape of the racks. The utmost care must be used to keep the racks in their original shape, as they will be so tender, that the meat will “fall off the bones”. Dear Chef Dez: I boil my ribs to make them tender. Is there a better way that’s just as easy? Ted R. Sylvan Lake, AB Dear Ted: Boiling an ingredient in water never offers any additional flavour, so other ways should be researched. I suggest seasoning and searing the meat first, and then using a braising technique to tenderize the meat. It will take longer time to cook, but the procedure is just as simple and the results will prove to be an incredible difference. Send your food/cooking questions to dez@chefdez.com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6R4 ■ Chef Dez is a food columnist,

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Pre-boiling ribs in water leaves them tasteless. There are better, simple, and tasty ways to cook ribs where the meat falls off the bones.

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Raw chef Maureen Terrey teaches uncooking classes in Abbotsford. Raw Dehydrator Essentials is Sunday, April 10 and Green Smoothie Workshop is Sunday, April 17. Learn to prepare raw vegan recipes that are free of wheat, dairy and gluten. For details check out www. ezawliving.blogspot.com, call 604-854-3310, or e-mail ezrawliving@earthanimals. ca.

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The B.C. Gem Show ‘Shades of Jade’ is April 8-10 at the Ag Rec Building, Exhibition Grounds, 32470 Haida Dr., Abbotsford, opening at 10 a.m. each day. Admission is $6/adults and $2/students. Beads, crystals, minerals, supplies, demos, displays and gold panning will add to this great family show. For details phone 604-3289766 or e-mail jenmac02@ telus.net.

Bradner Flower Show

The 83rd annual Bradner Flower Show is April 8 - 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bradner Hall and school, 5305 Bradner Rd., Abbotsford. Admission is $2. Opening ceremony is Friday at 2 p.m. with Global TV meteorologist Mark Madryga. On Saturday from 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. is Science World (2 performances) and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. is free kid’s activity, plus special speakers each day. Explore the science of growing. There will be plant sales, crafts, food, great products and lots of interesting displays. For more call 604-856-8441, visit www. bradnerflowershow.com or www.yearofsciencebc.ca. This event is part of B.C.’s Year of Science program.

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Support single mothers

The second annual Community Garage Sale Fundraiser is being held Saturday, April 9 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at MSA Arena, 2323 Emerson St., Abbotsford. All proceeds go to Michaela Stegenga Memorial Scholarship, in support of education for single mothers. Tax-deductible receipts are provided by Abbotsford Community Foundation. Volunteers are needed. Everyone is welcome to donate their items or sell them as a vendor. Contact msmscholarship@ gmail.com or call 604-8599726 to donate, apply as a vendor or to sign up.

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Lifetime Learning Centre presents piano music by Francesca Tan at Carrington House, 32700 Seventh Ave., Mission on Saturday, April 9 at 10:30 a.m. Fee is $7.

Kids/teens database

Database open house for kids and teens is Saturday, April 9, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clearbrook Library 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford. You will be the king or queen of homework with your newfound knowledge of the databases available to you at the library. Many of these databases are used by university students. Take this special tour of information resources in your realm – you will be glad you did! No registration. Call 604859-7814 for details.

The Reach run

The annual Discovery Run, a 5k and 10k event and a fundraiser for The Reach Gallery Museum is Sunday, April 10 at 9 a.m. The run starts and ends at The Reach, 32338 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Call Karina for more details at 604-8648087 ext. 123.

Community events To list an event hosted or sponsored by a non-profit group in Abbotsford or Mission, upload it directly to our website: abbotsfordtimes.com, or send an e-mail with a succinct, 75-word description of the event including day, date, time and address to events@abbotsfordtimes.com, or drop off at 30887 Peardonville Rd, Abbotsford.

Cherry blossom festival

The Reach and the City of Abbotsford Sister Cities Committee will host a Cherry Blossom Festival to celebrate Japanese culture (and hoping to raise funds to support Japan Disaster Relief as well). The festival will run from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 10 at Thunderbird Plaza, 32338 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Activities include: Taiko drumming performance and workshop, karate demonstration, The Reach Sunday Family Arts, tree planting ceremony, library tent with Japanese folk and fairytales, a little Manga mania and more. For details call Kat Wahamaa at 604-864-8087 ext. 111.

Learn to cheer

ACE allstars cheerleading club wants to introduce the sport of cheer to the city. They are offering a free class on Sunday, April 10. There are classes for ages 3 to 18. Give coach Angela a call at 778-240-3165 to find out when your class runs or visit the website: www. acecheer@shaw.ca.

Blue herons tour

Spring in All its Glory is Sunday, April 10 at 1 p.m. at the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve, 5200 Sumas Prairie Rd., Chilliwack. Drop in and enjoy a one-hour guided stroll around the nature reserve and yes, you will see herons. Call 604-823-6603 or visit www.chilliwackblueheron.com for more.

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Dutch coffee club

Keep in Touch with the Dutch coffee club is Monday, April 11 at Intercity Café, 2655 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 604-870-1087 for more.

Minter Gardens tour

Lifetime Learning Centre presents a bus tour to Minter Gardens on Monday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring a lunch, wear good walking shoes, bring a camera and dress for the weather. Fee is $40 (nonmembers $45). Pre-register at 604-820-0220.

Landmark Education

Free introduction to Landmark Education on Monday, April 11 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at ARC (2499 McMillan Rd., Abbotsford). Based in Vancouver, Landmark Education initiates breakthroughs for individuals, business owners, families, and professionals in every area of life, and opens up new arenas from which to live, work, and play. Standing room only is expected, so please RSVP to 604-852-7774 to reserve.

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Newcomers meet

Have questions about wills, executors and powers of attorney as relates to BC Law? Leonard M. Kuzminski, G.P. lawyer from Abbotsford will address these issues at the Abby-Mission Newcomer’s Club for women on Tuesday, April 12 at 7 p.m., in the Real Canadian Superstore’s Community Room, 2855 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford. For information call Gayle at 604-870-4929.

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Friends of the library

Mission Friends of the Library will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, April 13, at Mission Library, 33247 Second Ave., at 2 p.m. Join the Friends and support Mission Library. For more information, call the library at 604-826-6610.

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“It was a wonderful opportunity for the students and they spent a lot of time practising and preparing,” said Sharon Gibson, principal of Silverdale Elementary. “We’re very proud of them and excited to see them going on to the next level.” The seven members of the Grade 5 winning team coached by teacher Terry Lillbeck are Essic Dhesi, Naomi Brooks, Charlotte Daignault, Amelia Janes, Shivani Bahadur, Lilah Croft and Stephania Kamagianas. Five teams from Mission element a r y s c h o o l s , A l b e r t Mc M a h o n , Durieu, E.S. Richards, Hillside, and Silverdale competed in this year’s event. The books were as diverse as Marty Chan’s Mystery of the Mad Science Teacher to Lois Lowry’s Number the Stars. This was a difficult challenge – team members were pressed to remember details from the six books they had been reading since last fall. At the chal-

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Reading Rock Stars from Mission’s Silverdale Elementary show their challenge award. lenge events, teams work together to answer 10 questions in each of three rounds. “The students had to really hone their comprehension skills and be very familiar with the plot of the book and the characters,” said Gibson of the Grade 5 students. The Silverdale Reading Rock Stars will now represent Mission as they compete at the Grand Challenge, which will be held at Kwantlen Polytechnic University on Tuesday, April 12 at 7 p.m. at the Langley campus. They will compete against winning

teams from eight other school districts in the Fraser Region to determine the final winner of the Reading Link Challenge Trophy. The winning team will then participate in the Global Reading Challenge teleconference with winning teams from Seattle. Reading Link Challenge is sponsored by the Fraser Valley Regional Library in partnership with local schools to promote reading in grades 4 and 5. The program begins in the fall of the school year and continues until the Grand Challenges in April.

eading Tree, in partnership with United Way of the Fraser Valley, has contributed more than 1,700 children’s books to Alexander Elementary School in central Abbotsford. “This gift of books was a terrific boost to our literacy efforts at Alexander Elementary,” said Principal Jim Van Meer. “We were able to provide our students with a huge “Reading is critical variety of books to choose from just before the recent in the development of spring break. They were all excited to be able to take young children.” home some books from this collection. There was some– Wayne Green United Way thing for everyone.” Wayne Green, executive director of the United Way of the Fraser Valley said the program contributed 10 books to every student at Alexander. “Reading is critical in the development of young children. When parents read to their children for even 20 to 30 minutes a day, those children are more likely to succeed in school as well as in their future lives,” he said. “This is the third school in the Fraser Valley that has benefited from our partnership with the Reading Tree.” Since 2007, Reading Tree has delivered more than three million quality children’s books into the hands of bookstarved children throughout North America. “Children get so excited when they receive ‘their very own book’ to keep and take home to read with their family. It is a special moment when families sit down and read together. That is what this program is all about,” said Denise Finch, market manager for Reading Tree. For more visit www.readingtree.ca. - JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

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Champions of science

Abby students score big at regional fair ROCHELLE BAKER RBaker@abbotsfordtimes.com

ive of the seven winning projects selected at the recent Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair came from Abbotsford schools. Students who created the projects are getting an all expenses-paid trip to Ontario for the Canada Wide Science Fair (CWSF) during the week of May 14 to 21.

Winning Abbotsford projects: – CAM TUCKER/TIMES

Ekanki Sahil of Abbotsford shows off her science fair project to the judges.

Shroud of Turin

A digital replica of the Shroud of Turin will be

BPW luncheon

The Women of the Year 2010, Bronwyn Sutherland and Suzanne Primus, will be speakers at the Business and Professional Women’s luncheon on Wednesday, April 13. Sutherland and Primus were chosen from an outstanding group of women who have made a difference in the communities and are seen as role models for younger women. The meeting will be held

at the Cascade Community Centre, 35190 DeLair Rd., Abbotsford. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $15 for BPW members, $20 for guests. RSVP is necessary at bpwabbotsford@gmail.com or call 604-897-1690.

Fraser Valley autism

Fraser Valley Autism Society meeting is Wednesday, April 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, 45474 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack. There’s a $2 drop in fee, first time guests and members free. Refreshments

- Oil Over Again by Sarah Martens of Barrowtown Elementary - Effects of pasteurization on the nutritional content of milk by Dalvir Bhangu and Jasneet Brar of Mennonite Educational Institute (MEI), and W. J. Mouat Secondary. Bhangu and Brar also snagged themselves scholarships for one-

served. Speaker Margaret Brown, educational and behavioural consultant, will give a presentation on the DIR/Floortime Model program.

Francophones meet

The Francophone Society of Abbotsford is having a meeting at 2313 Ware St. (MSA Museum) on Wednesday, April 13 at 7 p.m. Recruiting future members and discussing future projects that will promote Francophone heritage, culture and the arts are on the agenda. Please drop by, and find out what

our new society has to offer. For more, call Jean-Pierre at 604-615-7475

Valley Women’s Network

The Mission Chapter of the Valley Women’s Network will host its monthly luncheon on Thursday, April 14 at 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Bellevue Hotel, 32998 First Ave., Mission, Legends Lounge. Cost is $15/members, $17/guests. Registration is required at

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on display, at St. Anne’s Church, 33333 Mayfair Ave., Abbotsford) from April 13 to April 18. There will also be presentations by shroud scholars/authors John Iannone and Dr. Phillip Wiebe (TWU) weekdays at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. and a concert by the Stella Maris Choir of White Rock on Saturday, April 16 at 3 p.m. For more details call 604-855-2575 or check the website at www. stannsabbotsford.ca.

- For want of a Cup . . . by Dasmesh Punjabi School student Arbind Dhaliwal.

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year’s tuition at University of the Fraser Valley (UFV ), amounting to $3,900, for their project at the regional event held March 29 to April. Now the winning project leaders are off to compete nationally. CWSF, which is the highest level of science fair competition in the country, brings together more than 500 students from grades 7 to 12, together with hundreds of highly qualified judges from local colleges, universities, public and private sector labs. These top young scientists compete for medals, cash awards, scholarships and other prizes worth a total of $1 million.

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Hot Tickets Benefit concert A benefit concert for Abbotsford Right to Life is Friday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3215 Trethewey St. in Abbotsford. A strong lineup of talented local musicians including Justine Davis, Reid & Dana Wright, the Sweeney Family Singers, Shane Hanson & Stephanie Ashfield and the MEI Marching Band will delight music lovers of all ages. Admission is $10 at the door and complimentary refreshments will be served. Contact Dorothy Blaak at 604-852-4623.

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Heritage Park theatrical students empower other teens to stop the bullying JEAN KONDA-WITTE JKonda-Witte@abbotsfordtimes.com

ith strong actions and even stronger words, the theatrical students at Heritage Park Secondary School are delivering a powerful message – that bullying in not OK anytime, anywhere. And they want to empower other youth to stand up and say “No More.” Their breakout play, Stop. Think. Delete. opens next week at the Clarke Theatre in Mission, and stems from dismay over the Pitt Meadows rave rape and subsequent video that went viral last summer. “How do you make sense of teens who witness another’s abuse and then with a cell phone, video the beating or rape and post it online to further exploit the victim and compound the damage?” asked drama teacher Beverley Holmes, who was so appalled by the news that she was mobilized to act. The result was the original ensemble play by 16 Heritage Park students. The play explores issues of bullying in the present teen culture: violence among girls, gay bashing, online bullying and the accompanying deadly combination of desensitization and anonymity. Teens are literally being bullied to death. “[The Pitt Meadows incident] really shocked some of us. I can’t even imagine people being capable of

– JEAN KONDA-WITTE/TIMES

HPSS students rehearse for their play about bullying, which opens Wednesday. that,” said Grade 11 student Michelle Waddington. “Just standing by and watching that . . . and that’s the problem with our generation, our youth. We just stand by and watch while people hurt each other.” Being involved in the play has been an eye-opener for her and the rest of the cast. “We wanted to show people that this is not OK, it isn’t acceptable at all to do that to anyone.” Grade 12 student Shaun Novak agreed. “It’s making me more careful with the words I’ve been saying to people,”

he said. “It’s a learning experience as well as the message we’re bringing.” Several scenes in the play are quite graphic, such as the gay bashing scene, and a cat fight between two girls. “When people walk out it will at least give them something to think about ,and hopefully they’ll be thinking the right things. It’s food for thought,” added Waddington. The play has been an interesting journey for the group of young actors and stage crew. In September 2010, the company was formed with 16 students, from grades 8-12, meeting twice a week to discuss, research and

workshop the play. For one week they were challenged to forgo any form of social media; Xbox, cell phone and computer use was restricted, except to research school assignments. Novak said after the week was over, he quit Facebook. “It’s the death of humanity,” he said. “Social media is just totally taking over, and I can see the change.” An Arts Starts grant enabled worldclass percussionist/ actor Boris Sichon, to collaborate with the students to create soundscapes that enrich and support the work. With today’s youth so immersed in social media, it just made sense to also develop a multi-media component utilizing interactive smart boards said Holmes. Schools throughout the Lower Mainland and beyond are clamouring for the play, and Holmes said they will be performing it at a handful of schools in early May. “It’s pretty intense. We’re dealing with some heavy stuff,” said Novak. “We’re letting everyone know that this is a problem and we need to fix this.” Stop.Think.Delete runs at the Clarke Theatre on Wednesday, April 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. A forum to explore the topic of bullies and bullying will follow the 55-minute play. For tickets or more information contact Heritage Park Centre at 604820-3961.

Carol’s Polynesian Dance Studio invites you to experience the Polynesian Islands as they present a beautiful selection of dances from Hawai`i, New Zealand and Tahiti on Saturday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. Tickets are $18/adults and $15/seniors and children. For more details visit www.hulainbc.com or call Carol at 778-808-8591 or cpds@shaw.ca.

On Broadway The Valley Festival Singers presents On Broadway with special guests The Nelson Boschman Trio, conductor Tony Funk and pianist Betty Suderman on Friday, April 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 10 at 4 p.m. at Bakerview Church (Multipurpose Center), 2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. Tickets are $15/adults and $10/students available at House of James, from choir members, and at the door.

The Mousetrap Opening Nite Theatre presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap on April 8 9, and 15 – 16 at 8 p.m. Matinee performances at 2 p.m. on April 10 and 17. Tickets are $12 at Murdoch’s Book Shoppe or at the door.

Friday night seniors Dance the night away with Shirley Rodgers this evening at the Abbotsford Seniors Association hall (33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford) from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost is $6/ members and $6.50/nonmembers. Phone Jodie at 604- 850-2465 for details.

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Nominate local artists for Artys T

he Abbotsford Arts Council is currently accepting nominations for the 8th annual Arty Awards to honour and recognize individuals or groups who have achieved excellence in their art as well as emerging artists and arts advocates who have contributed significantly to the arts scene in the community. The Arty Awards will recognize and honour outstanding artists in the following fields: • Performing Arts - Music Performing Arts Theatre • Performing Arts - Dance • Visual Arts • Literary Arts

• Outstanding Arts Advocate • Emerging Artists • Outstanding Emerging Artist (Secondary School Youth) • Outstanding Emerging Artist (Elementary School Youth) • Lifetime Achievement Award Nomination forms for the 2011 Arty Awards can be picked up at the Abbotsford Arts Council (2387 Ware St., Abbotsford) or downloaded at www. abbotsfordartscouncil.org. The deadline for nominations is April 22, 2011. The 2011 Arty Awards will take place on Saturday, May 28, at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium in

Abbotsford by city hall. The evening will include the awards presentations with live entertainment followed by a reception that includes refreshments and canapés. There will also be a silent auction and a draw for two return Westjet vouchers to anywhere that Westjet flies. Tickets for this fun and entertaining evening can be purchased at the Abbotsford Arts Council box office for $10. For more information, and tickets contact Nina Corrie at the Abbotsford Arts Council at 604-8529358. – STAFF REPORTER

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s the need to shovel snow trickles down the drain, homeowners’ thoughts turn to spring – and the annual big cleaning chore. Much as most of us cringe at the idea, professionals assure us it isn’t a complicated process and it shouldn’t take more than two or three hours to complete if you have two people working at it. Most people already have a basic cleaning routine that typically involves weekly or twice weekly chores such as vacuuming, dusting and bathroom cleaning.

touch the faces of lower cabinets in the kitchen. These are the same areas a dog or cat brushes up against. Depending on the age of the child and how sticky their hands are, a daily wipe-down may be appropriate. This constant cleaning also applies to ridding the house of smudges and other messes from dogs and sometimes cats. Curious pets can be relied upon to leave nose prints on any window or glass door they have access to. Even neat freaks forget about some common dust magnets. “Areas that people fall down on are typically the

“These days more families eat in the living room. Food and sticky fingers aren’t good for the upholstery so they require more frequent cleaning.” – Paula Whitehorn, Molly Maid

This regular maintenance prevents dirt from building up on the surfaces, but the annual spring cleaning will leave a house spic and span in places we don’t always look. Professionals compare spring cleaning to what they refer to as a “move-out clean” – a reference to giving a rental unit a thorough cleanup after a tenant has moved out. While some people would consider a vacuum and quick wipe clean enough, the next tenant may see it differently. “Renters are typically messier than homeowners,” says Paula Whitehorn, owner of the local Molly Maid franchise. “It’s probably because homeowners have more pride of ownership.” She says that most people do a good job with the basics, but typically miss a few key areas. “The most overlooked area are kitchen cupboards and behind major appliances [such as] the fridge and stove,” she says. “We also clean the freezer, something few people think to do.” Carpets need to be cleaned at least once a year – more often if there are young children or pets in the house. During a thorough cleaning, it’s a good idea to the clean up the accumulation of dirt that lies undisturbed behind sofas and other heavy items around a house. Families with toddlers, young children or pets need extra cleaning on any surface under a metre high. Children typically grasp chair legs for stability or

b a s e b o a rd s a r o u n d t h e house, mini-blinds and picture-frames,” says Whitehorn. “Some may dust the front of entertainment centres, but don’t take a few more seconds to reach behind to clean the space behind electronic equipment. Another frequently missed spot is the underside – not the top – of baseboard heaters.” She estimates it takes her two-person cleaning team two and a half hours to thoroughly clean a typical twobedroom residence -and that includes cleaning all the windows and the bathroom from top to bottom. Her company charges clients approximately $350 for the service. Whitehorn recommends families create a long-term cleaning calendar to ensure nothing is overlooked. The list should be personalized to suit a family’s needs. For example, where a family eats should also be taken into consideration when creating a cleaning schedule. “These days more families eat in the living room,” she says. “Food and sticky fingers aren’t good for the upholstery so they require more frequent cleaning.”

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Here’s what’s hot in kitchen and bath trends

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Benefit Concert

A benefit concert for Abbotsford Right to Life is Friday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3215 Trethewey St. in Abbotsford. A strong lineup of talented local musicians including Justine Davis, Reid & Dana Wright, the Sweeney Family Singers, Shane Hanson & Stephanie Ashfield and the MEI Marching Band will delight music lovers of all ages. Admission is $10 at the door and complimentary refreshments will be served. For more information contact Dorothy Blaak at 604-852-4623.

On Broadway

The Valley Festival Singers presents On Broadway with special guests The Nelson Boschman Trio, conductor Tony Funk and pianist Betty Suderman, on Friday April 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 10 at 4 p.m. at Bakerview Church (Multipurpose Center) 2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. Tickets are $15/ adudlts and $10/students available at House of James, from choir members, and at the door.

Mission coffee house

Mission Coffee House Concert Series presents ROCA on Saturday, April 16 at Mission Community Activity Centre (formerly the Playstation at 10th and Taulbut in Mission. As Roca, Robert and Cailin have put together an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, pop, light rock and country. There is an open stage at 7 p.m., and the main act at 8 p.m. Cost is $5 at the door. E-mail Liisa Nessim at steppingstonemusic@ shaw.ca to be put on the list or for more information.

Strings Attached

Two pianos and a violin will be in concert Sunday, April 17 at Bakerview Church, 2285

Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, at 7 p.m. Mel Bowker and Johannes Weber will tickle the ivories while Calvin Dyck, Lorin Friesen and Stan Gubiotti will perform on the violin featuring light classics, hymn arrangements and Rachmaninoff’s Suit No. 2.

Big B Saloon

The Brent Lee Bare Bones Show will be at the Big B Saloon every Sunday until June 26, in the Bellevue Hotel, 32998 First Ave., Mission. Sunday shows start at 7 p.m. There is no cover charge. Call 604-826-9814 for details.

Dewdney Pub

Classic rockers, the Les Copeland Band, plays Friday, April 8 at 8:30 p.m. at the Historic Dewdney Pub, east of Mission. On Saturday, April 9 Cory Lavigne and the Blues Machine plays from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Their selection of classic rock is great for listening and dancing. The Dewdney Pub, which has plenty of room to dance, is located five minutes east of Mission, just off Hwy 7,watch for the signs. Call 604-8264762 for more. Sunday Blues Jam in the ‘church of the blues’ isevery Sunday from 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. or later if the joint is hoppin’. Join the best blues musicians in the valley. Roger Potter hosts ‘Acoustic Open Mic’ every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Contagious Karaoke has returned on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

Welsh Men’s Choir

The Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir will be joined by Kallisto, an incomparable a cappella trio, will be performing on Saturday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave., Mission. Tickets are $25/general and $22/students and seniors. Call 604-820-3961 for details and ticket information or get tickets online at vwmc.ca.

Singalongs at ASA

Join the sing-a-long at the Abbotsford Seniors Association drop-in centre (between

Essendene and Ferguson Way) on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sing the ‘old tunes’ with the A-Tones, play an instrument or just listen. Acoustic instruments welcome. Volunteers to play piano and help organize wanted. Phone Ed at 604853-8624.

Good Friday concert

The Pacific Spirit Choir from West Vancouver under the direction of Gerald Van Wyck will team up with a string quartet led by Calvin Dyck to present the Seven Last Words of Christ composed by Franz Joseph Haydn on Good Friday, April 22 at 3 p.m. at Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. Admission is by donation with a suggested donation of $10 or $25 per family. For more information phone 604-859-4611.

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Opening Nite Theatre presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap on April 8 - 9, and 15 – 16 at 8 p.m. Matinee performances at 2 p.m. on April 3, 10 and 17. Tickets are $12 at Murdoch’s Book Shoppe or at the door.

Charlotte’s Web

Abbotsford Children’s Theatre presents to public shows of Charlotte’s Web on Friday, April 29 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 30 at 1 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door, available at United Optical, House of Fine Arts, Tourism Abbotsford and Abbotsford Parks and Rec.

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The Fraser Valley Watercolour Society welcomes watercolourists to paint and enjoy the fellowship of other painters in watercolour at our regular meetings on Thursday, April 14, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Abbotsford Collegiate Secondary School, Art Room N102, for a fun evening featuring local artist, Cheryl Shaw, doing a demonstration on white ink on artagin coloured papers. After the demo there will be an opportunity to paint using this technique. The drop-in fee is $7 for non-members. Call Carol Portree at 604-8509694 or visit the website at www.MyArtClub.com.

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Dance the night away with Shirley Rodgers on Friday, April 8 at the Abbotsford Seniors Association hall (33889 Essendene Ave., Abbotsford) from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost is $6/ members and $6.50/nonmembers. Phone Jodie at 604- 850-2465 for details.

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Free swing dance at the Phoenix Lounge (33780 King Rd.) on Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. There is a $5 door charge. Check the website at www.suburbanswing.com or call Jason or Crystal at 604-308-3662. – STAFF REPORTER

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Stobbe to perform with F.V. Symphony The Fraser Valley Symphony presents Romance of the Cello, with special guest artist, Joel Stobbe, on Sunday, April 10. Dvorak’s Cello Concerto is one of the most enchanting pieces of music ever written and the orchestra breathlessly awaits its collaboration with Stobbe. Many may remember the thrilling performance of Beethoven’s Triple Concerto he gave with the orchestra a few years ago. Stobbe is a renowned soloist of the cello, both at home and abroad. Born and raised in Prince George, he studied at the Augsburg Conservatory of Music in Germany and regularly performed as soloist and with chamber ensembles throughout Europe. Upon returning to Canada Stobbe became a founding member of the Borealis String Quartet and toured throughout Canada and the United States. Recently he’s made his mark in the local music scene by taking a position at the Langley Community Music School as coordinator for advanced programs and advisor for the string department. The concert begins with Chopin’s lively Military Polonaise, followed by the wistfully longing memories of the Alsacian Scenes by

JOEL STOBBE Jules Massenet. The not-to-be-missed concert is Sunday April 10, at 3 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Tickets are available at King’s Music (Abbotsford), Tourism Abbotsford (DeLair Road) Murdoch’s Bookshoppe (Mission), Wired Monk (Murrayville), Gardenia Centre for the Arts (Salt Lane, Langley City) and Wendel’s Bookstore & Cafe (Fort Langley). Ticket are $15/adults and $12;/seniors, students. Children (12 years and younger) $6. For more details call 604859-3877 or go to www.fraservalleysymphony.ca on the web. – STAFF REPORTER

The Odd Couple

Robert Bateman Secondary School presents The Odd Couple, a hilarious classic comedy about two polar opposite roommates by Neil Simon, on April 29-30 at 7 p.m. at the school, 35045 Exbury Ave., Abbotsford. Tickets are $5/students and $7/adults. Call RBSS office

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lways one to speak his mind, David Van der Gulik was posed a simple question Wednesday morning just before his pre-game nap. Did the Abbotsford product harbour any thoughts of revenge against the Abbotsford Heat, his former team that stands on the brink of elimination? Van der Gulik now belongs to the Lake Erie Monsters after signing with the Colorado Avalanche organization last summer as an unrestricted free agent. It’s possible Van der Gulik’s Monsters, who clinched a North Division playoff spot Tuesday night, could be the team that sinks the local AHL team’s hopes and dreams of making it to the post-season. Given there was some residual acrimony about his role with the Heat – and parent club Calgary Flames – last season, one might have expected the oftentimes outspoken Van der Gulik to light the fire of what’s looking more like a makeor-break game for Abbotsford. But to him, there are no fantasies of revenge, no desire to stick it to his old team – at least not right now – simply because the two sides decided to move on. “I don’t care about what happens to the Heat,” said Van der Gulik, who has 35 points in 46 games and owns an impressive plus-25 rating this season. “I know a lot of the guys on the team but I’m worried about what’s going on here. We’ve clinched and obviously based on what’s going to happen in the next few games, they might not even be in the playoff race. “All I’m to think about is trying to help the team out. We’re fighting for the division right now . . . which is huge obviously for home ice advantage.”

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David Van der Gulik’s Lake Erie Monsters clinched a playoff spot Tuesday, and they can eliminate the Abbotsford Heat from post-season contention Saturday. Should the improbable happen, Van der Gulik said he wouldn’t mind a post-season series against his old team, in his hometown. “It would be fun to be back in Abbotsford for the playoffs. It’s always fun playing against them.” Right now, the chances of that happening look more nil than slim. The Heat had a chance to close within four points of the third place Monsters on Tuesday night, but dropped a heartbreaking 2-1 decision to the Hamilton Bulldogs, the current leaders of the North Division as of Thursday.

The Bulldogs scored the winning goal with 3:43 left in the third period, exactly one minute after Jon Rheault’s deft deflection put the Heat back on even terms in a tightly contested affair at the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre. Now the Heat must try to leap frog three teams from the West Division – the Oklahoma City Barons, Chicago Wolves and San Antonio Rampage – with three games remaining in the regular season. Not only that, but they will need to win all three games while on the road. For a team that is 15-16-2-4 away

Branded: Magnuson Ford Mariners FC Soccer will have a new look this season, beginning Saturday as the Abbotsford Soccer Association officially becomes the Magnuson Ford Mariners Football Club. It was announced in January that Magnuson Ford, which had been searching for a local community sports organization to sponsor, signed a principal agreement with the ASA to a partnership similar to the Coquitlam Metro Ford Soccer Club.

Magnuson Ford Mariners FC will host a special event this Saturday, in which the official announcement of the partnership between the automobile dealership and soccer association will be made. Back in January, Magnuson Ford president and principal dealer Layne Magnuson told the Times the dealership felt the soccer association was the perfect fit to help give back to the community.

from Abbotsford this season, the odds of that happening don’t look promising. “Obviously it goes without saying that we’ve got to win out here and give ourselves a chance,” said Rheault. “I know our team, I know our character and I know we’ll bounce back after this and these three games have to be ours so we’ve got to know that.” They’ve also got to be able to score. Goals have been hard to come by of late. Just once in the last seven games have the Heat scored more than just one goal.

“ We h a v e n o c h o i c e b u t t o regroup so we’ll regroup and we’ll be ready for the weekend,” said Quintin Laing. “We know every team that we play is either going to be playing their hearts out too so we’ve got to be in our A game.” They’ll get some help, too. The Heat announced Thursday that Greg Nemisz and Lance Bouma have been returned from the Flames. The Heat play Grand Rapids at 4 p.m. PDT today and the Lake Erie Monsters Saturday at 4:30 p.m. PDT, before ending the season in Toronto on Sunday.

Lawn bowling begins May 4

“It’s probably going to be our biggest community initiative that we’ve had so far.” Folks can enjoy a barbecue and drinks, while young soccer players can test their skills with the Adidas kicking cage. There will also be a draw for Vancouver Whitecaps tickets, as they continue to celebrate their first year in Major League Soccer. The event takes place Saturday between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Magnuson Ford Dealership in Abbotsford.

Spring is back and so too is action at the Jubilee Park Lawn Bowling Club. Opening Day goes May 4 at the lawn bowling club, which is located at the corner of McCallum Road and South Fraser Way in Abbotsford. Lunch and festivities will begin at noon, and by 1:30 p.m. bowling should get underway. Bowling will take place all throughout May on Monday’s, Wednesday’s, Friday’s and Sunday’s beginning at 1:30 p.m., and night bowling will begin at the start of June.

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Taylor to compete at Sandpiper Boys of summer return to Delair

ocal golfing phenom Nick Taylor will be back competing in the Fraser Valley again, beginning today at the IGA Vancouver Golf Tour Sandpiper Classic just east of Mission. The tournament will be held at the picturesque Sandpiper Golf Resort, and the 22-year-old Taylor, who tees off at 9:10 a.m., is looking forward to competing in his own backyard again after finishing 15th at a tournament last month in Morocco. “I had a pretty good run at my first event in Morocco a few weeks ago,” Taylor told VGT commissioner Fraser Mulholland. “Now that I’m home, I’m looking forward to preparing as regular a tournament schedule as I can this year. It’s good that I’ve got a handful of starts on the Canadian Tour this year which will come on my schedule after a trip down south to play a couple of events.” Once the Sandpiper Classic is over, Taylor will set his sights to another VGT stop, this time at his home course of Ledgeview Golf and Country Club, right here in Abbotsford. It should serve a good test for Taylor, who will look to qualify for the 2011 U.S. Open, golf’s second major competition of the season, in June.

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- STAFF REPORTER/WITH FILES FROM THE VANCOUVER GOLF TOUR

Former No. 1 amateur golfer Nick Taylor of Abbotsford will participate in the Vancouver Golf Tour Sandpiper Classic today at the Sandpiper Golf Resort just east Mission.

UFV announces Athletes of the Year for 2010/11 season The University of the Fraser Valley Cascades athletic program took some big steps this year, and now it has recognized a group of athletes who had a major hand in making that happen. Director of athletics Rick Nickelchok announced Wednesday that Lyndsay Munro and Mitch Lock were named UFV Cascades Athletes of the Year for their outstanding performances both on and off the playing field. Munro, a fifth-year history major, was an original member of the Cascades womens soccer team when it first entered the Canada West Conference and was instrumental on a team that captured the bronze medal at the CIS

tournament in November. The third place finish solidified the school’s first ever medal in a CIS national competition. “I started my university soccer career at UFV during its first year in the CIS, when we were at the bottom of the league and nobody knew who we were, and I ended my university soccer career as a Canada West Champion and part of the third best CIS womens soccer team in all of Canada,” said Munro is a press release. “Not many people who decide to play for a team during their building years get to experience the fruits of their labor.” Lock, a fourth-year general studies

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an advantage when the season begins this weekend. “There were a lot of good teams and it was a good experience,” said Cordosos. CAM TUCKER “It’s a lot different. The camtuckertimes@gmail.com high schools have stadiums and they’re all out there t was a nice seven-month practising every day. It’s break, but the Abbotsford more focused.” Cardinals are back and like Now that the Cardinals always, expectations around are back and the season is the team are running high. about to begin, head coach The Cardinals begin their Andy Rempel said it’s time 2011 B.C. Premier Baseball for this year’s team to turn League regular season with its attention towards wina four-game home stand ning a provincial title. this weekend, beginning “Every year I expect to Saturday against the Lang- win the league,” said Remley Blaze at Delair Park. pel. “It’s about time,” said out“We’re going to have to fielder Zach Cordosos prior battle but with this group to Wednesday’s practice. of guys, if they compete and “It’s been a long time play hard all year, they have throughout the winter and a chance to do that.” just finally getting out on This year’s team feaa real ball park tures a strong combination and actually of hitting and playing is a bit pitching, two of a relief.” of the key ingreThe Cardidients to any nals – both baseball club, the senior and said Rempel. junior teams – But with the typically spend playoffs still a the winter praclong time from ticing in the n ow, h e s a i d bar n at Exhithere’s plenty of bition Park. It ANDY REMPEL work left to do. can be cold and “We’ve got an dark. older bunch this year,” he Cabin fever, anyone? It’s funny how a trip to said. “I expect the experiArizona for a whirlwind ence to help them throughtour of one America’s most out the year. “I wouldn’t say we’re going well-known baseball states in the middle of March can to dominate in one certain area, we’re going to be good cure that. But a departure from the in every area of the game cool, damp conditions of and that’s what this team is B.C.’s South Coast was any- going to rely on.” The season starts with a thing but a vacation. Well. double-header Saturday Almost. The Cardinals played a afternoon against the Langseries of exhibition games ley Blaze, a team that finagainst high schools from ished the 2010 season with Arizona, took in college the best record in the 13training camp and even team league at 35-9. The first pitch is expected Major League Baseball’s Cactus League exhibition at 12 noon. The Cardinals take on season. The Cardinals are hoping the Victoria Eagles Sunday that two-week long baseball afternoon, beginning at 1 seminar will help give them p.m. from Delair Park.

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student from Mission, led the Cascades mens golf team in three of the four B.C. Colleges Athletic Association tournaments last fall. The golf team finished two strokes off winning its third straight BCCAA title and captured a silver medal at the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association tournament in October. Lock was also named the 2010 BCCAA Male Golfer of the Year. Sarah Wierks was named a recipient of the Cascades Rookie of the Year award, as was mens soccer player Ravi Singh. Alexa McCarthy took home the Cascades Community Service Award. - STAFF REPORTER/ WITH FILES FROM UFV

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Lower Fraser Fisheries Alliance (LFFA) Employment Opportunity The LFFA is seeking a motivated individual to take on the role of Fisheries Program Coordinator. The LFFA is a progressive organization that advocates and supports collaboration of First Nation communities in fishery related initiatives. This position will be tasked with coordination, planning, program development, financial monitoring and reporting, and provide technical support to program staff and the Executive Committee. The person will be highly skilled in facilitation, analytical and strategic thinking, excellent communication abilities and proficient in Microsoft Office programs. For complete details access this website: www.sumasfirstnation.com. Click on Employment and then Employment Opportunities. Application Deadline: 4:00 pm April 15, 2011 Mail resume, 3 letters of reference and cover letter to: Attn: Executive Director, LFFA 2788 Sumas Mtn. Rd. Abbotsford BC V3G 2J2 Tel: 604-309-7824 Fax: 604-852-4048 E mail: murray.ned@stolotribalcouncil.ca

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PARSAT ENTERPRISES LTD.

Seasonal Farm Workers

Berry Farm requires seasonal farm workers, 6 days per week, 8-10 hours per day. Farm work experience an asset. $9.28/hr. Starting July, 2011. Fax 604-855-1625 or email info@westberryfarms.com

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FARM LABOURERS WANTED 6 days per week. 40 - 60 hours per week, $9.28/hr. Outdoor farm work in all weather conditions, for weeding, harvesting, packing. vegetables and berries. Heavy lifitng required. Start May 5. Fax resume to: 604-855-6597. G & B Farm, Abbotsford, BC.

General Employment

Assistant Deli Manager Natures Pickins is looking for an energetic, self motivated person to join our team. Position is full time and experience is required. Please bring resume to 34261A Marshall Rd or fax 604-855-3371 Become a Registered Personal Trainer. See our ad under Education. Hilltop 604-930-8377

Now Hiring

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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HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! Full /Part time positions available - Will train. On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Homemailers, Assembling Products. HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST!

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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

SHOPPERS

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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

- 8pm a 4pm c 3 & $

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Trades/Technical

Autobody Repair Helper

Overseas Auto Body (1989) Inc., an autobody repair shop located at #103 & #104-7638-129A St., Anvil Way, Surrey, B.C. V3W 4H7 immediately requires fully qualified Autobody Repair Helper. Duties include: assisting body repairer and performing other physical and elemental tasks required. Minimum 6 months of experience as an Autobody Repair Helper. Knowledge of Hindi/ Punjabi is an asset. Salary $18.75/hour. Mail or Fax resume to 604-594-9744

Autobody Repairer

Overseas Auto Body (1989) Inc., an autobody repair shop located at #103 & #104-7638-129A St., Anvil Way, Surrey, B.C. V3W 4H7 immediately requires fully qualified Autobody Repairer. Duties include: Review damage report and estimate repair cost, repair & replace autobody components, hammer out dents, file, grind and sand autobody surfaces. Minimum 4 years of experience. Knowledge of Hindi/Punjabi is an asset. Salary $21.00/hr. Mail or Fax resume to 604-594-9744.

Automotive Painter

Overseas Auto Body (1989) Inc., an autobody repair shop located at #103 & #104-7638-129A St., Anvil Way, Surrey, B.C. V3W 4H7 immediately requires fully qualified Automotive Painter. Duties include: Mask and tape auto body surface in preparation for painting, mix, blend and match paint colors, apply primers and repaint using brush or spray guns. Minimum 2 years experience is required. Knowledge of Hindi/Punjabi is an asset. Salary $20.25/hr. Mail or Fax resume to 604-594-9744

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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Career Services/ Job Search

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding Available. 1-866-399-3853 www.iheschool.com

Education

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

FOODSAFE 1 DAY COURSES – ONLY $62!

Langley: Apr 9 or 30 Surrey: Every Saturday Maple Ridge: Apr 9 or May 7 Also Bby • Van • Rcmd • Coq Health Inspector Instructors! BC’s #1 Foodsafe Choice Since 2003!

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Education

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Education

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

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2 Day comprehensive, standardized training curriculum for Trafﬁc Control Persons, meeting the current WCB requirements. Visit us at www.roadsmarttraining.com For further information or to register, contact 604-881-2111

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EDUCATION

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Learn Job Search & Basic Computer Skills for FREE! - Typing • MS Word • Internet You can attend this program and still receive your EI beneﬁts. To attend this program you must be 19 years or older and a landed immigrant or a Canadian Citizen.

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Funded in whole or part through the Canadian-British Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement.

CHEF TRAINING a recipe for success

Learn the Fundamentals of Professional Cooking 3, 6 and 12-month programs

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Appliances

HEAVY DUTY White Dryer, good working condition. $100.00 phone 604-855-5013 HEAVY DUTY White washing machine. Good working condition. $100.00 call 604-855-5012 STOVE ALMOND, good working condition $75. phone 604-855-5013

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Food Products

HHOWARD WONG FARMS

“Family owned and operated since 1975” For all your fruit and veggie needs Come see us at the farm.

OPEN

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604-850-9600

6 DAYS A WEEK MON - SAT 8AM TO 6PM

5486 Riverside St.

(Corner of Harris & Riverside) MATSQUI VILLAGE

For Sale Miscellaneous

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca RCA COLOUR 36' TV black, good working condition $85.00 Phone 604-855-5013

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2 PERSON Infra red sauna. With Lights & stereo, as new condition. $900. 604-820-6371 SOLID WOOD ROUND PEDASTEL table and 4 chairs, paid $1,000 sell $175. 604-771-3415

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Tools & Equipment

42 INCH 17.5 hp Craftsman garden tractor mower w/mulching blades, good cond. $800 OBO. 604-855-4904 THE VILLAGE OF LYTTON is Disposing of the following piece of equipment 1973 INTERNATIONAL FIRE TRUCK Please visit http://www.lytton.ca for more details.

Tim Stephens' Astral Reﬂections Aries March 21 - April 19: Your energy, charisma and luck continue at a major high. (Though a problem with authority emerges Monday.) Don’t start any new projects or relationships before April 23. Capitalize on past or ongoing people and situations. You might revisit a foreign country or refocus on a lawsuit, return to abandoned studies/courses, or “find religion” again. This is an excellent time to sum up your life, to contemplate how you got here. (But it’s not a good time to set your new direction – yet.) An old friend or employer returns. Romance, luck, creativity soar Monday night to Wednesday! Taurus April 20-May 20: Communications, travel and errands frustrate Sunday/Monday, but there are a couple of lucky gems/moments both nights: perhaps just a feeling that you’re doing things right. You might find a treasure chest of nostalgia! A legal or moral dilemma might face you early week. Chasing or establishing good principles “saves” you. Your luck is smooth and strong on home, domestic, property and security fronts Monday night to Wednesday noon. Love, beauty, romance lure you Thursday/Friday. Tackle chores or health concerns Saturday. Remember, start nothing new and significant before April 23. Gemini May 21-June 20: Wishes come true, especially about former friends, loves or old, longheld wishes. An old flame either appears or occupies your thoughts. Start nothing new before April 23 – revel in the past. There are always problems to solve, adjustments to make, even when wishes are fulfilled. Early week highlights a problem with sex or “net worth” in relation to a happy possibility. Next week, a romantic or creative “depression” (anything from caution to skepticism to simple delay or age differences) can oppose another happy outcome. But these are adjustments, not refusals. Happiness lives!

Furniture

Cancer June 21-July 22: Start nothing new (before April 23) but do reap the past, especially in career, ambition, prestige and business areas, where your fortunes are buoyant! A “new” project can be luckily birthed here, especially early week, but don’t try to gain the co-operation of partners or peers. (“New” = restarting a former opportunity; e.g., landing a job with a former boss.) Your money luck rides high Tuesday/Wednesday. Perform paperwork, errands, travel, return messages Thursday/Friday. The whole stretch, Monday eve to Friday night, is smooth, easy, productive. Be quiet, home-bound Saturday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Rest, contemplate, connect with spirit and soul, be charitable, Sunday/Monday. Your energy, charisma and luck surge upward Monday night through Wednesday. You’ll impress people. Express feelings. Love could start, perhaps with a former flame or flirtatious friend. A wedding is written on this one. A legal development could come through, also. In all these, make sure the past is an essential ingredient – start nothing brand new before April 23. Your sexual, intimate, financial, debt and investment zones are enjoying good luck. Health and work hindrances dissolve, freeing you to act. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Start nothing new before April 23. But do grab, use, enjoy, accept, even search out the past, especially in financial, investment, debt, intimate, sexual, commitment, lifestyle, health, research, diagnosis, detective, occult and similar areas. (Occult means hidden, not weird.) What you do now could change your life in major ways – perhaps by re-establishing a former condition, or taking you back to a way you left long ago. E.g., you used to own a home, then wandered for 15 years, and now you find/buy a home again. Failure in these Monday, Saturday. Success other days!

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Plants & Trees

GARAGE SALES 2080

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ABBOTSFORD FLEA MARKET Exhibition Park

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ESTATE SALE Sat, Apr 9th, 9am-3pm 32267 Golden Ave Furniture, household items, car & much more! Abbotsford MOVING SALE! Sat. Apr. 9 & Sun. Apr 10 9am-4pm

34452 York Avenue Vintage furniture, crafts, household items and garden.

ABBOTSFORD

HUGE

Garage Sale

Sat April 9th, 8am-2pm, 2308 Miraun Crescent (off Marshall & Guildford) Furn, exercise equip, kids clothes, household, mini ATV, patio cover, loads more.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Partnership stuff heats up all April. An ex-spouse (or former boyfriend) is seeking you, might find you. Destiny and/or God has a hand in this. (We think heaven and destiny are far away, far above, but both exist inside. The door’s small, but once you turn the handle, it grows large.) It looks like this is someone who wants marriage, rather than mere romance. If this person does show, it will be true, deep, but a bit tumultuous – can you take it? Be ambitious Sunday/Monday: chose between potential and security. Wishes, popularity, joy visit midweek! Retreat Thursday/Friday. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Start nothing new before April 23. A former job might return – attached to bigger money. A health matter might return, also, but to be cured. Yes, do buy a machine if it is one you bid on or examined before late March, but DO NOT buy anything you just now see. Either it’s a lemon, or you won’t need it. Relations with someone attractive continue to be sweet, gracious (until about April 20) – this could burst into “open merging” June onward (into 2012) – or it could prefigure a great money opportunity, same timing. Ambition’s lucky midweek! Hopes, happiness Thursday/Friday. Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Start nothing new before April 23. You’re lucky, happy, creative and romantic all April! Something big might happen in child-related, speculative, sport-related, creative or romantic zones. Or, something small but filled with big growth potential might be born (centering on Monday eve/night). It’s an odd time: you can opt for casual, fun-filled, travel stuff, or you can go for the big stuff. Both are lucky, but one, of course, has bigger consequences. All growth now is connected to the past, nothing brand new. Monday-Wednesday significant. Wishes “speak” Saturday.

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Garage Sale

ABBY Moving Downsizing Sat /Sun April 9/10th 9 am-3pm 3758 Harwood Cres Furniture, dining table, china cabinet w/hutch, patio furn, garden tools, lawn ornaments, x mas decor & lights + more!! No earlies pls Abottsford 2 FAMILY GARGAGE SALE April 9th, 8am to 2pm 32820 Harwood Place Everything must go. Household items, Sporting Goods (Golf, Hockey, Baseball), Kids Toys and Games, and much more.

Mission Indoor Estate Sale! Sat. Apr 9th - 9am - 1pm 123 - 10221 Wilson St. Antiques, housewares, books, furn. and so much more! Mission WEEKLONG MOVING SALE! Friday Apr 8th - Sat Apr 16th 9 am - 5pm 33286 - 14th Avenue A little of everything!! Rain or Shine!!!

Apr. 10 - April 16 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Start nothing new before April 23. Your luck continues high in security, property, land, family, soul, nurturing, gardening, landscaping, sales territory, foundational and similar areas. Re-do your life, stand up again! Big stuff here, best in years/decades! Start “new” projects closely tied to the past (or continue with the ongoing). E.g., you contemplated buying that house on Elm Street a year ago, and regretted letting it go, and now it’s available again – buy it. But DON’T move into a new place before May 10 – domestic friction would result. Communications remain sweet. Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Everybody’s doing big things, but you can’t seem to make up your mind! That’s OK, probably even beneﬁcial. Start nothing new before April 23. Keep romantic suitors waiting a bit. The only things you should be pursuing in April are travel, errands, paperwork, friendships and wishes. The last two are signiﬁcant, might be a door to big future things. Make friends, make wishes, chase your optimistic plans – but make sure these somehow link to the past. E.g., a former social circle, a childhood wish. Exciting meetings Tuesday/Wednesday! A 15year “money road” is starting. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Start nothing new before April 23. But do “renew” or restart something connected to the past, if you see it. (Might show Monday night.) It involves money, possessions, status or school. Your luck is running at a 10-year high in these areas – to June, so don’t waste time – but save brand new projects and plans for late April, May. Watch your spending carefully – don’t spend recklessly! You glow with a subtle sexy magnetism now – someone might chase you. Your future is wide as the ocean now to mid-century. This year, choose ambition, NOT security. Work succeeds midweek. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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Money to Loan

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Cats

GOOD HOME for beautiful 5 yr old in/outdoor female tabby cat (spayed) Rod 604-985-7193

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Dogs

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Mortgages

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Real Estate

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Houses - Sale

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Abbotsford

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4 MO tri colour male Shih Tzu Yorkie X, all vac’s, cuddly. Approved home only 604-794-3287 8WK PRBD Bluenose female Pitbull pups. First Shot, vetchek & Deworming. Good with kids. $1,000 o.b.o 778-388-4462 FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, each. ready now! 604-817-5957

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds. www. abetterlifedogrescue.com

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OSOYOOS WATERFRONT house avail June, July, Aug & Sept. 3 br, 2 full bath, large living & dinning rm, linens, fully equip’d kitchen, huge deck, fp, canoes, priv. dock. $1,500/wk (1 family). 604-922-6101 or 604-788-6944.

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STANDARD POODLE pups, CKC reg. brown, black & cream, Chwk. 604-823-2467 ..302-1761

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Horses

CLEAN HOG FUEL $250+ / truckload, delivered. 13 units. Call 604-307-4607

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.

Escort Services

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ATTN: Local people to work from home on-line. $1500 - $4500 p/t or f/t. Training. Call 604-576-2485

MUST SELL! NO HST. 3 lvls, 4 yrs, 3 BR. Cls to schools, transit. Pets/rentals okay. $323,000 MALA, SUTTON 778-859-4458

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Mortgages

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Vancouver East Side

Houses - Sale Real Estate

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NEED A LOAN - BAD CREDIT? Has your credit prevented you from getting a loan? Buying a home or having your own business? We can help you get up to 1 million business or mortgage loan and up to 200K personal loan with interest rates starting at 2.9% APR. Bad credit ok. Apply now at: www.applyunion.com or call 1-877-500-4030

Sell your home, only $99. 604-574-5243 Chilliwack 2.5yr old 2967sf 3 storey 4 br 2.5ba w/suite potnl $417,900 798-2511 id5344 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $98,500 597-8361 id4714 Sry Bear Creek Park beauty 1440sf rancher, gated 45+ $275,900 306-931-3939 id5234 Sry Priced to Sell!!! Guildford 909sf 2br updated quiet condo $165K 588-5592 id5305 Sry Boundary Park immaculate 3139sf 5br 3.5ba w/bsmt suite $689K 590-0981 id5335 Sry Sullivan Mews upper lvl 1150sf 2br 2ba tnhse, 55+ complex $175K 543-8549 id5346 Sry Tynehead on Greenbelt 3600sf 5br 4.5ba 1/2ac GD lot $930K 575-7311 id5350

Out Of Town Property

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New Westminster

1202 - 7th Ave. Sunday, April 10th, 2 - 4pm. 5 BR incl legal ste. $640,000. Karim Juma, Royal Le Page City Centre, 604-678-9143

Mobile Homes

Don’t be fooled by out-of-province Dealer Promises. Enjoy 10yr. Extended Warranty. Local Service Prices Approx. $70.00 sq.ft.

Quality Homes • www.qmhrv.ca

1-800-339-5133

Check the Real estate section.

To advertise call 604-850-9600

Mobile Home Restorations and Service Work No Job too small Chris 604-393-3087

RENTALS 6508

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Apartments & Condos

1 BR NEW Bldg, inste w/d, d/w & 2 u/g prkg, nr Superstore in Abby. $800. May1 Vic 604-308-1480

Apt/Condos

1 BR condo, Abbots, 33546 Holland Ave, new luxury, hardwood, full appls, insuite ldry, patio, alarm, ug prkg, ns np $850. May 1. 604-825-5395, 719-5122

2 BDRM APT FOR RENT

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Apt/Condos

CEDAR GREEN

APARTMENTS www.cedargreen.com

2441 Countess St 1 Bedroom from 620

1 Bdrm. & Den

Ideal for children, next to park and green space.

Inquire about our rent incentives

604-534-9499

2 BR bsmt ste in Mission. Near schools, bus. N/s, no pets. Incl utils. $800.May 1. 604-615-7953 1BR $605 & 2 BR $745 Mission. carpet, coin wd, avail now, Bob 604-302-8676 or 604-826-5147

ABBY Downtwn older 1 BR well kept suite, with fridge & stove, on 2nd flr. Incls hot wtr. Call 9am-9pm daily ★ 604-539-2533

starting at $700 totally reno’d $790

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32101 Mt. Waddington Ave.

HOMESTEAD ESTATES

Abbotsford: Deluxe, large apts. Newer, well maintained bldg.

SPRING SPECIAL

1 Bedroom from $750 2 Baths in 2-bdrm. units from $895 Gas heat, F/P, D/W, inste. W/D hookup, gated u/g prkg. Cat OK.

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33382 George Ferguson Way

BIRCHWOOD MANOR

Abbotsford: Clean, spacious

2 Bdrm. Units from $725. Some with in-suite laundry, D/W, prkg. incl. Part of the Abbotsford Crime Free Housing Program

Call: 604-832-8909

Baywest Management Corp.

6540 ABBY GLEN APARTMENTS 2959 Tims St. Reno’d 1 & 2 br suite avail, Call 778-880-0920

Apt/Condos

Houses - Rent

3 BDRM, 2 bath, great room, Abbots, nr amen, all appl, Now. $1700 + utils. call 604-615-2334

604.850.5375

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604.581.2161

MISSION - LAKE FRONT starting from $78,800. 60 mins from Vancouver. Park Georgia Rlty Lisa Hughes • 604-931-7227

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Recreation Property

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from $650

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in Langley City

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QUICK SALE 2 BR, 2 bath, close to school/trransit & shops. Pets/ rentals okay. Asking $334,000. Mala, Sutton 778-859-4458

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Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

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Bank On Us!

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Surrey

Repossessed mobile homes to be moved, 1974-2008, Chuck at Glenbrook.ca 604-830-1960.

SRY, #1-7850 King George Blvd. Great double wide 2 BR + den. 1 pet ok! 55+ adult park. $79,500. Lorraine Cauley, Royal Lepage North Star, 604-889-4874

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Condos/ Townhouses

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NEW SRI homes single, dbl & modular on display, Abby. Glenbrook.ca 604-830-1960

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Business Opps/ Franchises

Mobile Homes

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5060 SOFT COATED Wheaton Terrier, inc, first shot and deworming, non shedding, $1100, 604 588 8853

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Financial Services

Avoid Bankruptcy, Stops Creditor Calls. Much lower Payments at 0% Interest. We work for You, not Your Creditors.

5040 SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, dewormed, 4 fem, sable, fam raised. $700. 604-526-9943

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GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, 3 Fem, 2 males. CKC Reg. Ready to go Apr 1. $1000. 604-512-3310 www.veinottehorsefarm.ca

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Seniors Incentive UP TO

10% DISCOUNT

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Call 604-850-9600 to place your ad

6540

Houses - Rent

*RENT TO OWN*

Abbotsford- 3262 Clearbrook Rd. HOUSE with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Mortgage helper. Walk to all Schools and other amenities. Only $1,598/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 or (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com

STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● ABBOTSFORD - 2087 Lonsdale Cr, HOUSE, 3bd w/ 2bd suite, quiet neigh., hot tub & pool.......$2,188/M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca TABER HOME Society has 2 bdrm house for rent in Abbots. Contact: info@taberhome.org

6555

Mobiles/Pads

MOBILE TRAILER 2 Br, 1 bath, $750+utils, nr Abbots Airport 0 Ave, Immed. 604-308-5855

6590

Rooms

ABBOTSFORD ROOMS $450. 604-854-1000

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-05

Abbotsford/ Mission

MISSION, 3 Bdrm/2 Bath upstairs + Rec rm. Newly renovated. w/d, 7 appl, a/c, large deck, view. 2 car garage. Upper College Heights. $1,400. 778-888-4462

1 BR & in 3 br home, fully furn. Mission, cat ok, wd, $500 inclusive, immed. Adam 778-899-4162

New SRI single wide, Abbotsford park. $79,900 with $480/mo pad rent. Glenbrook 604-830-1960

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A40 FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011 THE TIMES

RENTALS 6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-05

Abbotsford/ Mission

TOP FLR of house, $500 & $600 incld hydro heat & laundry, Mission, ns, np, 604-462-7589

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM, ground level suite, Abbotsford, newer paint & floors, gas f/p, covered patio, private entrance, shared w/d, 1 prkg spot, quiet st. N/S, N/P, refs. Avail now. 1, $600 incl. util. 604-314-7938

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR + den, Abbots, Sandpiper, ns np, no w/d, $625 incl util & net immed 604-853-3013/ 724-0440

2 BR ste, Abbots, avail immed, nr school & bus stop, n/s, n/p, Ref’s. 604-308-5301, 604-308-4303

1 BR Walkout Suite, NEW, Pvt Entrance, 116&240th, Pvt Gated Comm, $800, Util Included 778-995-2501

3 BR spacious, upper $1150. 3 Br lower $850. Both Abbots, own w/d, incl utils, ns np, May 1. 604-613-9499 after 4pm, or 604-792-3310 lv msg

1BR BSMT, Mill Lake, nrbus, school, shop, N/S, sm pet ok, priv entry, laundry, cable, net, parking, D/D, ref. lrg. bright, very clean, recent update, $725 +shrd. utils. avail. immed. 604 803 8585 2 BR bsmt, brand new, Abbots, nr schools, stadium, np immed $750 neg. 604-807-2343, 825-3240

ALDERGROVE 1 BR g/lvl ste, n/p, n/s, no w/d, incls utils, nr ammens, Immed, 778-246-0086 MISSION 2 BR, deluxe, 1200sf, alarm, priv., 5 appl, fp, cov’d patio, $900+, ns np, 604-820-7011

HOME SERVICES 8185

8055

Cleaning

Spring Cleaning Special!

For the months of April & May we will clean your home and any extras at no extra cost. The garage, oven, blinds, walls and even detail your car for $25 per/hour! We’re the all around cleaning experts at

Supreme Bean Cleaning 778-24-CLEAN

MISSION, Cariboo St. 2 BR. F/bath, 2 gas f/ps, f/yard. Priv w/d. Nice area - across from a hobby farm! $900/mo incl hydro/cbl/’net. May 1st. Ns/np. 778-839-0905

MISSION UPPER/LOWER SUITES Cherry – 2bdrm LOWER – shared laund - $650/mo incl utils Kettley – 2bdrm suite – newer home - desirable east side location - no laundry - $675/mo incl utils Egglestone – 2bdrm LOWER – fenced b/y – cov’d deck – shared laundry - $700/mo + shared utils Hood – 2bdrm LOWER suite – newer home – F/S – shared w/d - $800/mo + shared utils 6th – 3bdrm UPPER – laminate & tile throughout – carport – shared w/d - $1050/mo incl utils Lightbody – 3 bdrm upper ﬂoor + 4th bedroom/den down – 4 yr old home – no thru road – appx 1700 sq ft – double garage – fenced yard - $1350/mo+shared utils

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

MISSION: Silver Creek Industrial Park. 1800 sq.ft. FOR LEASE $1088/mo + triple net. RE/MAX LifeStyles Realty, Gary Fraipont 604-466-2838 or 604-240-3948

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

8155

Landscaping

• Excavating • Dumptrucking • Landscaping • Fencing

604-290-8845 823-2382 or 795-1027

ADAM’S YARD CARE Hedge trimming, pruning trees, yard clean up, etc Adam 778-899-4162

CEDAR GROVE Landscape & Maint.

Spring rates 10%Seniors Discount ❏ Clean-ups ❏ Hedge & Tree Pruning ❏ Cedar Fence Repairs ❏ Lawn Mowing ❏ Allen Block Retaining Walls ❏ Power Washing/Raking Call Henri 604-309-1492

8160

Lawn & Garden

TwoGuysWithATruck.ca Moving, Storage, Free EST 604-628-7136. Visa, OK

8195

Painting/ Wallpaper

★ Allways Painting ★

8235

Capt’n Crunch auto wrecking ltd.

Recycling all but food waste ✦ Wood Products ✦ Tires ✦ Construction Waste

329-3802 or 850-0996 Painting and Design Interior & Exterior Painting For quality work, fast service & free estimate call (Steve, BFA)

Cell: 604-798-2014

8205

Paving/Seal Coating

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

8220

Plumbing

BEKWAY ENT LTD Plumbing & Gas

Service & Repairs Hot Water Tanks Leaky Pipe Repairs •Bonded •Licensed •Insured •B Gas Ticket •Red Seal Abbotsford & Mission Call David • 604-996-0330 38/HR! CLOGGED drains, drips, garbs, sinks, reno’s, toilets,installs, Lic/Ins. 604-217-2268

8225

Power Washing

All Corners Pressure Washing Residential or Commercial Reasonable Rates 604-854-9599 / 820-7099

Landscaping

GET ON THE LIST! SPRING LAWN AERATION

The experts agree core aeration maintains lawns health and vigor. Call Darren @ DJ Landscaping 604-855-0064 • 604-309-6480 Power raking avail on request

604-850-9600 604-998-0218

We pay for Scrap Metal

brought to our yard

✦ Scrap Car Pick Up ✦ Rolloff Containers

Auto Wrecking Recycling 604-855-1644 604-852-1296 34314 Vye Rd., Abbotsford

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

CARPENTRY, TILE, Drywall, Painting, Flooring, Free Est. $25/hr Call Brad 604-855-1368

8250

Roofing

SKY VIEW ROOFING LTD

$0 DOWN & WE MAKE YOUR 1st PAYMENT AT AUTO CREDIT FAST Need a vehicle? Good or Bad Credit? Call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca DLN 30309

Domestic

1992 THUNDERBIRD Super Coupe, 6 cyl, auto, exc shape $2000 firm, 604-858-3870

30 CARS UNDER $6,000

06 HYUNDAI ACCENT

Auto.................................................. Auto..................................................

4,995

05 CHEVY OPTRA LS WAGON $

4,995

Auto,.................................................

05 CHEVY OPTRA LS

5 speed,...........................................

2,995

05 DODGE MAGNUM WAGON $

5,995

........................................................

05 FORD FREESTAR MINI $VAN

5,995

Sport ................................................

Licenced & Insured. Refs.

15% Discount with ad!

04 PONTIAC GRAND AM

128,000k .........................................

604-317-4729

03 KIA SEDONA MINI VAN$

www.skyviewroofing1.com Trimax Roofing Ltd. Re & new roof, repairs, WCB, Ins. Will beat any written price! 604-856-4999

8255

Rubbish Removal

FAMILY MAN w/truck for yard & home clean ups, light moves, odd jobs & scrap rem. 604-820-2383.

8300

3,695

3,895

.......................................................

02 DODGE NEON SE

00 VOLVO S80

5 speed...........................................

.........................................................

2,695

3,995

00 FORD SUPERCAB F150$

Stucco/Siding/ Exterior

CLINT’S EXTERIOR STUCCO Small repairs our specialty. Res/Comm. 604-306-2658

To advertise in the Abbotsford Times Classifieds call:

604-850-9600

Getting Ready to Move?

5,495

4x4..................................................

99 NISSAN PATHFINDER

99 CHEVY BLAZER

......................................................... .......................................................

3,495 2,495

98 CHEVY 3/4 TON PICKUP$ SPACE 126,000k .........................................

BOOKING

2,495

97 TOYOTA TERCEL Auto$ Sales For: Hollander Auto, 2dr ..........................................

2,495

97 Rep: INFINITYLAParsons QX4 SUV $

Auto.................................................. 5,995 Ad#: 1303993 96 SATURN Hollander Auto $ Auto, ............................................... 1,695 Sales 96 TOYOTA AVALON abby prod$1,495 190,000k, .......................................

95 CHRYSLER INTREPID

95 NISSAN PATHFINDER

95 CHEVY CAVILIER

190,000k ........................................

......................................................... Auto, 170,000k.................................

1,295

2,495

1,695

93 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE $ ........................................................

2,695

93 MERCURY VILLAGER MINI$ VAN

895

.............................................................

91 JEEP WRANGLER

.........................................................

2,495

91 JEEP CHEROKEE LERADO $ Convertible.......................................

87 VOLVO 740

2,195

.............................................................

895

All cars come with a 6 month power train warranty

MORE SAVINGS IN STOCK Abbotsford

FRASER VALLEY HOME TEAM

Peard onvi

lle Rd

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Clearbrook Rd.

TEMPO – 33546 Holland Ave #304 – 2bdrm 2 bath – 1160 sq ft corner unit - $1250/mo

South Fraser Way

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HOLLANDER AUTO SALES

Do You Need to Rent Your Property? 3 Lines 3 Times

Auto Miscellaneous

9105

9125

(Repaint Specialist) Let us refresh your Home/Condo/Apt We have been in business 25 yrs. doing walls/ceilings/trims in 1000’s of homes BBB Accredited Business www.tonyspainting.ca

Recycling

Serving Abbotsford 13 Years

UPPER/LOWER SUITES Magnolia – appx 1000 sq ft 2bdrm above ground suite in well maintained 4-plex in good area – shared laundry - $790/mo incl utils

LATITUDE – 2233 McKenzie Rd #116 – 1bdrm – 587 sq ft – garden level west facing - $825/mo #217 – 1bdrm – 587 sq ft – desirable west facing - $825/mo #227 – 1bdrm+den – 686 sq ft – south facing - $895/mo #401 – 2bdrm+den – 954 sq ft – east facing - $1225/mo

Electrical

•turf instalation (top soil spreading •mini excavator • dump truck service • retaining walls • fencing • concrete breaker • land clearing • demolition

ABBOTSFORD

APARTMENTS

8080

COL-RIC CONTRACTING

HOUSES Shook Rd - 2 bdrm-2 bath - near new mobile home in Green Acres - F/S-D/W-laundry hook ups - $900/mo Scott – IMMACULATE – dated but in perfect condition – 4 bedroom 1.5 baths – enclosed garage – fenced yard – convenient central location - priced very well – $1200/mo – no pets no smoking SPACE Hillcrest Ave – Large 5 bdrm with 2 kitchens – single encl garage BOOKING – fenced back yard – 2 fridges, 2 stoves, washer/dryer For: JENNIFER ANDERSON - LANDMARK REALTY - $1600/mo+utils Rep: NWright Johnson – Dewdney - 12 mins east of Mission - large 3 bdrm - 2 bath Ad#: 1305509 – 2 storey home with recroom - double garage - Rented separately double bay shop with horse paddock on the side - House $1800/mo – Shop extra $400/mo – rent together or separately

HOUSES Hillcrest – 3 bdrm solid rancher w./bsmnt - 1.5 baths - fenced yard - close to shopping avail. immed. - $1300/mo+utils & water

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Moving & Storage

Place Your Ad On-line at https://webads.van.net or call 604-850-9600

31581 South Fraser Way

604-866-2434 DL: 30849

Accelerate your car buying

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

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THE TIMES FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011

AUTOMOTIVE 9125

A41

Domestic

Brucer’s Walke

NOMAD AUTO SALES

Dennis’s

PICKS OF THE

WEEK 07 MAZDA B4000 Cab Plus, 4x4, loaded

07 HONDA CIVIC LX loaded, auto, air, cruise SPACE

07BOOKING VW BEETLE GLS For:loaded, Nomad Autosunroof Sales auto, leather, Rep: LAParsons 05 TOYOTA ECHO LE Ad#: 1304008 autoSales Nomad loaded, Auto abby prod 05 NISSAN XTERA SE process color loaded, 4x4 04 TOYOTA SIENNA LE Just arrived

04 ACURA TL 3.2 loaded, auto, leather

03 NISSAN MURANO SE

KIA CANADA SERVICE NOTICE ANTI-CORROSION WAX & SEALANT UNDERBODY MAINTENANCE

AWD, leather, loaded

97 HONDA CR-V EX

loaded, auto, air, power cruise

96 HONDA ACCORD EX low kms, 4 cyl, auto,

89 VOLVO 240DL

OWNERS OF ALL KIA SPORTAGE 2005 - 2010 PLEASE CALL FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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nomadautosales.com 2444 W. RAILWAY

604-853-1171 Dealer #26135

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For more information or to schedule your appointment call APPLEWOOD KIA SERVICE DIRECT SURREY LANGLEY

604-635-3012 604-514-1890

16299 FRASER HIGHWAY 19764 LANGLEY BY-PASS

THIS IS A NO CHARGE SERVICE AND WE WILL CREDIT ANY BRIDGE TOLLS! DL#10659

Want to Downsize Your Gas Guzzler?

Find your answer in the Abbotsford Times Classifieds – in print and online!

Go to http://classified.van.net or call 604-850-9600.

040811

NOT ALL VEHICLES AFFECTED.

AUTOMOTIV

06 CIVIC. Run s great. 34 MP G, 30k miles. Call Jim 555-3210.

A42 FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011 THE TIMES

AUTOMOTIVE 9135

Parts & Accessories

9145

Scrap Car Removal

SELF-SERVE DISCOUNT AUTO PARTS OVER A THOUSAND VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM

WEEKLY SPECIALS Apr 9 - Apr 15, 2011 Hoods........................... $3995 Car Doors..................... $3595 Trk/Van/SUV Doors....... $4595 Fenders ....................... $2195 Door Glasses ............... $1295 All Bucket Seats .......... $1995 All Bench Seats ........... $2495 Batteries .................... $2495 Hours: 8:30am-5pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca

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792-1221

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Scrap Car Removal

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9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

Leather, Ltd, loaded #A5622

22,995

08 DODGE RAM 1500 Laramie, leather, #F6776

9160

Sports & Imports

10 JEEP LIBERTY

10 DODGE AVENGER

28,995

NAV, leather, roof #A1072A

08 KIA RIO

Awd, roof, low kms, #U7013A

For: SPACE PIONEER CHRYSLER

07 SEBRING

1986 CHEV Gruman. Propane. Step van style. This is an ex-tool truck. $5,500 obo. 604-607-7711

Only 46,000 kms, #A6103

10,995

Auto, A/C, #AC6355

13,995

08 NISSAN ROGUE SPACE

V6, touring, #F5132

process color abby prod

16,995

08 PONTIAC MONTANA

White, lots of warranty, #U1206

2009 JEEP WRANGLER X Auto, hardtop, low kms #115621A

16,995

AWD, #F4692 Low kms, clean, #A1520 BOOKING BOOKINGS Rep: LAParsons Ad#: 1305573

10 GRAND 06 DODGE CHARGER SRT8 CARAVAN SE Only 54,000kms, #E9323

08 CHRYSLER 300

07 DODGE RAM 3500 SLE Diesel, SLT, #A6867

ABBY

11,995

09 GRAND CARAVAN SE

White, lots of warranty, #U5267

21,995

37,995

06 GRAND CARAVAN SE R/A/C, stongo, #102762A

1998 JETTA TDI 4 dr, 5 spd, new air care & tire belt, $3900, D9921 Abbtosford area 604-855-6522 2010 NISSAN VERSA, 4 dr h/b, auto, red, some option 20k, $9000 Firm. 604-538-9257

9515

Boats

WANTED. 3 small outboard motors. 15 HP, 9.9 HP & smaller. Motor doesn’t have to be running. Will pay cash. 604-319-5720

9522

11,995

07 NITRO SXT

Only 33,000 kms, #AT0039

25,995 07 FORD ESCAPE

AWD, loaded, #A3310

19,995

07 JEEP COMPASS SPORT AWD, low kms, #U7678

16,995

07 PONTIAC G6 SEDAN Auto, A/C, #A7658

11,995

08 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN Auto, A/C, P/W, PDL, #F4653A

RV’s/Trailers

12,995

$ 1987 CLASS C Travelmate, 27’, new updates/awning, runs exc, $9500 obo. 604-533-8853

Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca

2007 CEDAR Creek 31 ft, 5th wheel, 2 slides, spotless cond. $26,000 obo. 604-590-2824

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

10 CHRYSLER 300 LTD

28,995

1-866-843-8955 604-792-1221

T E G & O T P TRI FRIDAY, SATURDAY SUNDAY ONLY

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15,995

13,995

10,995

PioneerChryslerJeep.com

33320 First Ave • MISSION

604-826-6201

Hours: Mon - Thurs 8:30-8 • Fri 8-6 • Sun 11-4

Place your classiﬁed ad http://classiﬁed.van.net

Jeep

ONLINE

DL5224

THE TIMES FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011

AUTOMOTIVE

BY-PASS

OVER 100 VEHICLES IN STOCK TO CHOOSE FROM!

SS, auto, loaded, 11-037

09 DODGE GR. CARAVAN

10,888

stow & go, 11-009

04 DODGE DAKOTA

04 DODGE 2.0 RT

4 dr, loaded, one owner ,10-108-1

6,888

22,881

10,888

09 FORD RANGER S/CAB Sport, 24 km, 10-131

07 FORD F350 CREW CAB

26,888

$ 08 FORD F350 CREW CAB LARIAT 10-124

05 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 11-034

35,881

604.626.4548

05 CHEV IMPALA 42 km, loaded, 10-065

4 dr, loaded, 10-159

7,881

5,881

15,888

04 FORD F150 S/CREW

loaded, low km, 10-154

4x4 LT, 11-029

16,881

13,881

4x4, crew, loaded, 11-005

2.5 auto , 10-106 BLOWOUT

11,881

Low kms, 10-098

5,988

7,881

TRADES WELCOME! OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK: Sat 9:00-6:00 • Sun 11:00-5:00 bypassautosales@shaw.ca • DL#30576 • *some restrictions may apply

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8,988

03 FORD MUSTANG

4 door sedan, 11-009

bypassautosales.ca

12,488 02 GMC SONOMA

06 VOLKSWAGON JETTA

07 CHEV UPLANDER LT

low kms, loaded, 7 pass 11-043

00 TOYOTA COROLLA

automotorvators.com

11-011

OR VISIT

4,888

11,881

loaded, 10-167

01 CHEV ASTRO CARGO

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2 dr, s/roof auto, AC, 10-036

08 FORD TAURUS X AWD

03 CHEV SILVERADO XCAB

12,488

05 PONTIAC SUNFIRE

96 GMC JIMMY

16,881

6,488

13,881

Loaded, 10-164

4,881

S/Box, 48 km, diesel, 10-145 STARTING AT

9,888

07 CHEV IMPALA LT

8 pass, loaded, 10-126-1

11-039

SLS 4x4, 11-003

95 CHEV ASTRO

08 FORD MUSTANG GT

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

loaded, auto, 11-012

22,881

09 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

9,888

10,881

20,888

14,881

07 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

05 GMC JIMMY

Quad, SLT, 4x4, loaded, 11-021

08 KIA RIO

07 CADILLAC CTS

07 DODGE RAM 1500

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

4dr, auto, loaded, 11-084

crew cab, 4x4, SLT, loaded. 11-007

loaded, 20” wheels, 11-027

16,888

02 CHEV SILVERADO XCAB

Steve Judd

ByPass Auto Sales

27441 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove

276th St

07 CHEVROLET COBALT

272nd St

John Judd

A43

Aldergrove Mall

Fraser Highway

Aldergrove

Safeway

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A44 FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2011 THE TIMES

n d Anniversary

YOUR BIG WEEKEND TO SAVE

2011 RANGERS & 2011 ESCAPES WILL BE SACRIFICED AT FACTORY INVOICE TO YOU. PLUS WE WILL EXTEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION ON ANY SIRIUS EQUIPPED VEHICLE WE SELL.

BUY YOUR NEW VEHICLE FROM US AND RYAN KESLER WILL SIGN AN AUTHENTIC RK17 JERSEY FROM RYAN’S COLLECTION FROM

BUY YOUR USED VEHICLE HERE AND WE WILL MATCH YOUR DOWN PAYMENT UP TO $

THIS IS A LIMITED TIME OFFER & EXCLUSIVE TO MAGNUSON FORD. ONE JERSEY PER VEHICLE

✔PAY invoice ✔ FREE Sirius subscription RK17 apparel RYAN ✔ FREE autographed ESLER

750

GREAT DEALS on vehicles like these

2011 RANGER

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BUY TIRES FOR THE PRICE OF Offer ends

11,917

Auto, air, power group #0145

trade

COMES WITH JERSEY

+taxes

2007 F150 SUPER CREW 4X4 XLT 6 to choose from #0011

9,998 $11,997

21,997

ON SELECTED MODELS

FREE MOUNT & BALANCE

April 9th, 2011

2009 FOCUS

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$13417 (500) ﬁnance cash (1000)guaranteed

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SAVE UP TO

2004 F150 SUPER CREW XLT 4X4 #8236A

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MARINERS F.C. KICKOFF PARTY AT OUR DEALERSHIP TOMORROW • 11AM - 3PM

SAVE

MAGNUSON SPRING SERVICE

SPECIAL

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100

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SAVE

WHEEL ALIGNMENT FREE BRAKE INSPECTION AND FREE FRONT END INSPECTION INCLUDES

Offer ends April 30th, 2011

CALL OR VISIT US ON SATURDAY. DAVE ASHCROFT WILL BE IN THE SHOWROOM TAKING NAMES....

TO RESERVE YOUR TIRES 604-853-0711 ASK FOR DAVE 11-3PM

All offers at invoice are for in-stock vehicles only. Documentation fees & taxes to be paid. $750 matching program for vehicles without trade-ins.

MIDGET FOCUS RACE CARS ON SITE

FROM NOON UNTIL 2PM

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