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hilliwack city councillor Diane Janzen will likely be the Liberal Party’s candidate in the next federal election in Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon. As of press time Thursday, the national office had yet to authorize Janzen’s candidacy, but local party officials figured that would be in place by the end of the week. Monday evening, while local Conservatives made the predictable choice of Mark Strahl—son

City councillor Diane Janzen resigns seat to run for the Libs

of current MP Chuck Strahl—local Liberal Party officials were meeting with Janzen about her nomination. In an interview with the Times Wednesday, Janzen said she hopes to provide a fiscally conservative, socially progressive alternative to the Conservatives. “I believe what I can do is put forward a platform which pleases people across political lines,”

she said. “I have voted against tax increases, against bailouts and the occasional school board budget where I felt administration was too high.” This year Janzen voted against acceptance of the city’s 10-year financial plan because it included an $18-million buyout for property owners in the Panorama Heights subdivision where homes were

found to be on a 4,000-year-old landslide. As for more socially progressive programs, Janzen was the city’s driving force behind the Health Contact Centre, rezoning for which was EB IRST approved earlier First reported on chilliwacktimes.com this month. Janzen, a Yarrow resident, said she will resign her seat on Chilliwack city council to run in the federal election, although holding municipal office does not deem

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a candidate ineligible, according to the Canada Elections Act. “I’m not hedging my bets,” she said. “I want to send a message that I am serious.” And because she is stepping down after January 1 in the year of a municipal election, her vacant council seat will not require a byelection. With Janzen in place for the Liberals, all the main parties have a candidate ready for an election, which could be called as early as May 2 if the government falls Friday.

On the beat with Chilliwack’s finest Reporter Tyler Olsen took a ride with two RCMP officers for a taste of what life on the street is all about BY TYLER OLSEN tolsen@chilliwacktimes.com

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Mounties search a man arrested Tuesday evening following a foot chase downtown.

onst. Patrick Maisonneuve’s head snapped to the left as the unmarked RCMP Chevrolet Impala in which he was riding passed a blue minivan headed the opposite direction, on Wellington Ave. “That was Morgan,” said Maisonneuve with a touch of urgency to his partner, and the Impala’s driver, Cpl. Kerry Williams. As the minivan turned onto Mary Street, Williams swung the cruiser around and followed. It was Tuesday evening and just after 6:30 p.m. The sun was dipping, but the sky was still a deep blue. “Morgan” was Morgan Hourie, a 25-year-old convicted drug dealer with several warrants out

for his arrest and a history of trying to evade arrest. He had been wanted for several months and this was a not-to-be-missed chance to bring him in, even if Maisonneuve and Williams were giving a Times reporter a first-hand look at the work of the Chilliwack RCMP’s Crime Reduction Unit. “He’s going to run,” said Maisonneuve as the cruiser sped to catch up with the van. Hourie, however, didn’t know he had been spotted. He pulled the van into a diagonal parking spot in front of an apartment building. As the Impala closed to within 20 yards, Williams flicked on the lights and blared the siren briefly. The van’s reverse lights flickered, but it was boxed in by the cruiser. As both Maisonneuve and Williams swung open their doors, the driver’s door of the minivan opened and Hourie bolted across the street and east on Spadina. Maisonneuve followed suit, arms pumping. Williams called for backup, then swung the car onto Spadina, the forward momentum swinging See CHASE, page 5

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hile local federal Conservatives and Liberals are scrambling to get ready for a likely election, the NDP have been ready for a while. Gwen O’Mahony has been the federal candidate for the ChilliwackFraser Canyon NDP since last year and she has been knocking on doors for just as long. “I’ve been working on it for a year,” she told the Times Thursday. “I mean that seriously.” On Monday night, and to no one’s surprise, Chuck Strahl’s son Mark won the local Conservative Party nomination over pilot and long-time Strahl supporter Ernie Charlton. With O’Mahony in place, Green Party candidate Jamie Hoskins ready to go and an announcement Wednesday that Diane Janzen will likely be the Liberal candidate, all

With Chuck Strahl gone, the race could be closer than ever before

major party candidates in Chilli- strong.” In an unusually rushed process, wack-Fraser Canyon are poised for candidates only had a week to prean election, if one is called Friday. After Strahl’s win Monday, he told pare for the nomination bid instead the Times he shifted gears to get into of the usual eight weeks. In Stockwell Day’s election readiness. Okanagan-Coquihalla “We need to run flat riding, a number of Conout here for the next few days,” he said. “We ingredients for servative Party members have complained the have a team in place it to be quite a nomination process to and we have volunreplace him was unfair; teers ready to go.” horse race.” and three Day supportStrahl isn’t worried Gwen O’Mahony ers had an inside track. about party unity after Charlton said he didn’t the 144 to 77 vote over like how fast it went, but Charlton. he figured Strahl had the “I know he is a Conservative first and foremost and we’ll same amount of time he had. When asked if he understood why come together as the big blue team and get ready to hit the campaign many thought he had inside infortrails,” Strahl said. “We’re united and mation on the retirement of his

father, Strahl was adamant he knew nothing officially more than anyone else. “Until he alerted his family and staff that’s when I knew,” he said. “That’s when we knew it was official.” He added that the announcements that the three opposition parties would not support the government’s budget, which will trigger an election, proves the rushed process was necessary to get a candidate in place. “The alternative was not having a candidate in place or having a candidate appointed,” he said. “It was the best of a bunch of bad alternatives.” While many informal polls have suggested Canadians don’t want an election, O’Mahony senses there is actually some anticipation in the air locally. “As my campaign manager says, it has all the right ingredients for it to be quite a horse race,”

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he opposition parties don’t like it, but Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP Chuck Strahl defended his government’s budget as beneficial to families, seniors and small businesses. “Canada’s economy continues to outperform our major trading partners thanks in part to the measures contained in our Economic Action Plan,” Strahl said in a press release issued Tuesday. “The new measures announced today will help ensure Canada remains on the right track during a time of global uncertainty.” After Finance Minister Jim Flaherty’s presentation in the House, all three opposition parties announced they would not support the budget. If the government falls on Friday, the coun-

Nothing Cons put in budget would have satisfied opposition

try could go to the polls as early as May 2. If next week, an election could be May 9. In a conference call with local media Wednesday, Strahl said there was nothing his party could have put in the budget to satisfy the Liberals or

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the Bloc, but he was surprised at NDP leader Jack Layton’s comments. “The NDP was the wild card,” he said. “But I don’t think it mattered what we had in there. You could have stood on your head and done a pirouette and they would have still said it would not have been enough.” When asked about the cost and public interest in an election, Strahl insisted there was no poison pill in the budget and that it was the fault of the opposition parties that the country will go to the polls. And given polls that predict a similar minority government outcome with the Conservatives forced to table the same budget if the party wins again, will the election be about nothing? “Maybe it will be nicknamed the Seinfeld election,” he joked.

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red sedan found Wednesday morning in the Little Chilliwack River near the corner of Chilliwack River Road and Prairie Central Road was stolen, according to police. When the car was found, it was initially unclear whether anybody was inside. But when the vehicle was removed from the water, no body was found. An RCMP dive team was called to scour the river (which resembles a very large ditch more than a river) but they also turned up nothing. “The owner of it, while recovering the vehicle, did call us to report that it had been stolen overnight,” said RCMP Sgt. Stuart

Falebrinza. However, the vehicle may not have been intentionally ditched in the water. “There were skid marks on the road to indicate that there had been some hard breaking,” said Falebrinza. “I’m not sure whether, when they came to the T-intersection, they were going to turn and realized they were going too fast or what happened, but the skid marks there would indicate they had the brakes locked up at the time before they hit the concrete barrier and went in.” Police are still investigating and hoping the public reports any suspicious occurrences or people in the area Tuesday night or Wednesday morning.

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RCMP Crime Reduction Unit officer Cpl. Kerry Williams speaks to a young driver Tuesday.

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e f o re t h e y c h a s e d down and handcuffed an elusive fugitive, Cpl. Kerry Williams and Const. Patrick Maisonneuve were enjoying a fairly routine Tuesday evening. The RCMP Crime Reduction Unit plainclothes officers stopped suspicious vehicles. They checked for stolen cars. They introduced themselves to a new downtown resident. They met a local businessman. They gathered intelligence, all part of the Chilliwack RCMP’s

new focus on crime hotspots. The program, dubbed “Clean Sweep,” is led by the Crime Reduction Unit, with general duty officers also involved. So Williams and Maisonneuve drove downtown Tuesday as per usual, the only difference being a nosy Times reporter in their backseat. Over the next two hours— before Maisonneuve chased down a wanted man and then faced off against a stack of paperwork—the two Mounties spoke to anyone and everyone on the street who might be directly or indirectly related to the

CHASE, from page 1 both doors closed. The cruiser caught up with Hourie, but he ducked left, slipped, then went up a staircase that led to an alley between two apartment buildings. Maisonneuve followed, also slipping. The two men disappeared between the buildings. Williams backed up her cruiser and circled the block in a counterclockwise direction, blaring her horn to turn north on Main Street. “Where are you Patrick?” she asked over her radio. “Where’s he coming out?” Through her earpiece, she heard Maisonneuve say that he was running towards Mary Street. But the suspect heard Maisonneuve and bolted in another direction. For a short time, the man was out of sight, hiding in some bushes in a backyard. But an onlooker in an apartment building spotted him and pointed him out to Maisonneuve. Williams, meanwhile, returned to Spadina and this time headed west. Not far ahead, Maisonneuve could be seen running into a front yard “OK, I see you Patrick, I’m with you,” said Williams into her radio. By the time the Impala had reached the house, Maisonneuve was in the backyard, with Hourie not far ahead, running towards a fence. Both men had slowed considerably since their sprinting start. Other police cars had also arrived on scene. Williams swung her cruiser around and was back on Mary Street, trying to get to the next road. “Keep going,” Williams told a cruiser in front of her. “He’s on your left in that block. Right there.” The car turned right. “No, no, no. On your left.”

Chilliwack underbelly. T h e p a i r’s u n m a r k e d Chevrolet Impala cruised continuously through a small section of Chilliwack— rarely straying past Lewis Avenue in the north, the railway tracks in the south, Charles Street in the east and Corbould Street in the west—and frequented areas identified by the detachment’s crime analyst. While reducing crime is the goal of the so-called “Clean Sweep,” it’s not as simple as arresting bad guys. Indeed, most of the two Mounties’ time was spent in See CRIME, page 26

Use of force leads to lots of paperwork Williams turned onto Kipp. Halfway down the road, she spotted Maisonneuve on top of Hourie. He had caught Hourie just after both mens had jumped a six-foot tall wooden fence. Williams called in the address, then sprinted over to the men to help. Within seconds, five police cars arrived as officers swarmed the scene. The resident of the house came out on his deck, holding a phone. He looked startled that half the on-duty Mounties in Chilliwack had suddenly descended on his yard. Hourie was led away in handcuffs, his shirt torn, his face unhappy, yelling an expletive in dismay. “Welcome back,” said one Mountie. Williams, as the arresting officer, drove back with him to the office. Maisonneuve, meanwhile, tried to catch his breath in the police cruiser as Const. Mel Murty drove him to the detachment for several hours of paperwork, including the use-of-force report that is mandatory after a physical takedown of a suspect. “Glad to see you’re keeping in shape,” said Murty. “Well somebody has to,” Maisonneuve replied. He looked at his cut-up hands and soiled jeans. “I need new pants.” Hourie was scheduled to appear in court Wednesday to face charges from 2010 of breaking and entering, possession of stolen property, willfully resisting or obstructing a peace officer and breaching his probation. He was also facing one new charge of resisting arrest stemming from Tuesday’s chase.

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’ve been feeling a bit of gadget envy lately, an unfamiliar feeling for me. On the Gadget Obsessed Guy (GOG) spectrum, I’m decidedly on the low end. I am not, nor have I ever been, a major gear head, a tech guy, or a computer geek (other kinds of geek, yes, but not really computers). I sometimes wonder if this makes me unusual. A lot of advertising is aimed at GOGs. This can make me feel as if I’m the only one who doesn’t crave a brand new GPS device that speaks in English, French, Spanish and Tuareg, and that comes with built-in clock, wireless 4G Internet, Swiss Army knife, fold-out sleeping bag, and shark repellent. I should note that, just because I don’t long for the latest stuff, it doesn’t mean I don’t want it. Sure, I’d love to have a new e-book reader, a top-of-the-line $12,000 road bicycle or a ridiculously overpowered sports car. The first thing that seems to hold me back from plunging into stores credit card-first is the annoying practical voice that seems to emerge from the depths of my brain. So I look at the ebook reader, and I admire the interface, and ooh and ah over the fact that it can hold 11 million books the size of Moby Dick. And then I remember that I have a library card, and a stack of

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Be Our Guest unread books still at home. I look at the bikes at the shop, and I think how nice it would be to have carbon fibre everything, and a bike so light that a gentle breeze could tip it over. And then I remember that I am a sad, lumbering cyclist who could benefit from losing a few pounds before I begin to indulge my delusions of taking part in Paris-Brest-Paris. I check out the sports car, and my first thought is, where do the groceries go? My second thought is, it uses how much gas? Some fleeting desires are more fleeting than others, I’ll admit. It also helps that I am a total cheapskate. I suspect this tendency was accidentally drilled into me by my father, who I am pretty sure never actually owned a new vehicle. He liked pickup trucks – I learned to drive in an elderly blue Chevy in the Co-op’s parking lot on Sundays – and he would sometimes swing by the dealerships on the weekends. He would kick the tires and ignore the salesmen, and then stare at the sticker price of a brand new half-ton and

mutter, “You could buy a farm in Saskatchewan for that.” As a result, my enthusiasm for high-end, top-of-the-line goods tends to wilt when confronted with the price. “You know, you could buy a small house in Winnipeg for that,” I’ll say, and the salesmen’s faces fall, and they move off in search of fresh prey. There are exceptions to my cheap/practical nature. I have a great deal of difficulty saying no to books, hence the appeal of the ebook reader. I fully expect that my obituary will include the phrase, “. . . rescuers attempted to tunnel through the pile of books, but could not reach him in time.” On one occasion, when I was broke after a brief period of unemployment, I had to restrain myself from buying a $60 hardcover I had my eye on. I forced myself to save my pocket change until I could pay for it in coins. At least twice, my girlfriend and I have bought the same book on the same day, by accident. So my current bit of gizmo envy (I’ve been coveting a smart phone) will probably pass. I’ll go back to puttering along with wallet firmly in pocket. At least until I pass the bookstore. Hey, are the new paperbacks in? ◗ Visit Matthew Claxton’s blog, Evolving Langley, at www.langleyadvance.com

iven the goings-on in Ottawa, a federal election seems all but inevitable. With a municipal election in November, an HST referendum in September (or sooner) and a possible provincial election in the fall, there is real danger of voter fatigue this year. Of course, this is what dreams are made of for political junkies. But will voters come out with any enthusiasm or in big numbers if there indeed is a federal election called in May? Tough to predict. What has been easily predictable in Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon over the past decade-and-a-half or so is that Chuck Strahl and the Big Blue Machine would trounce all comers in what is arguably one of the most—if not the most—predictable ridings in the country. Now that Chuck is taking his cowboy hat out of the ring and passing it to his son Mark, maybe things will get interesting. In the last federal election Chuck Strahl trounced Liberal Myra Sweeney, New Democrat Helen Kormendy and the others. But this time Strahl is not the same Strahl, the NDP has a candidate who has been working for nearly a year to get herself known and the Liberals have found a popular candidate in city councillor Diane Janzen. Add that to the fact that Chilliwack is changing continuously and there really could be a true contest for the local seat in Ottawa. Maybe as political watchers, we’re urging a near-empty cup to be half full. Maybe a Strahl is a Strahl is a Strahl and Chilliwack will overwhelmingly vote Conservative. And if so, at least we have a few more votes this year to look forward to.

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A heartfelt thanks to the Chilliwack Bruins Editor: The Special Olympic Floor Hockey team from Abbotsford believe that the Chilliwack Bruins players and organization are just terrific. A cold and wet Wednesday in February was anything but typical for our Special O athletes. It was a practice night for our team, but we were going to have a visit by players from the Chilliwack Bruins. As a coach I had to plan a practice but I didn’t know how many players would be coming from the Bruins, how long they would stay or how they would participate so I planned a practice that was flexible. I expected that the young Bruins players would be tired from their very demanding sport so I tried to control the expectations of our athletes. The night turned out to be incredible, well beyond any reasonable expectations. These young men showed up in large numbers (10 to 12, when I thought maybe three to five) with big smiles on their faces wearing their jerseys. They introduced themselves to our athletes and listened closely to our athletes as they introduced themselves and asked questions to the Bruins. The Bruins players showed great patience with our athletes and treated them with respect during the entire evening. They challenged our athletes to a game and although they played hard and fair they watched the scoreboard to make sure when the game was over the Special O athletes “just happened” to have scored one more goal than the Bruins. During the game I was thinking, “How could this get any better?” Well it could and did. After the game, the players stayed for pictures and signed autographs. They did not leave until all athletes had enough autographs and pictures to be satisfied. After the practice, and to this day, the coaches of Abbotsford and the parents who attended the practice still talk about the patience and kindness of the Bruins players and their genuine interest in the athletes. These are very positive character traits and the parents of these players should be proud. The behaviour of the players is also a credit to the Bruins organization. After the practice, the coaches agreed it could not have gone any better. Well, we were wrong. It could get better and did. The Bruins organization asked our team to be their guests at the Bruins game on March 12.Our athletes were extremely excited, attended the game and had a great time. The coaches and players of the Abbotsford Special Olympic Floor Hockey team are very thankful to the Bruins players and organiza-

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tion for their kindness. The positive character traits shown to us by these young men will serve them well in the future. Go Bruins Go. Brian Gaudet On behalf of Abbotsford’s Special Olympics floor hockey coaches and athletes

Dry grad casino just all about fun Editor: In response to Ms. Avery-Weitzel, March 22 Times letter “Grad gambling a bad idea”: Chilliwack’s dry grad is an event put on by Chilliwack Community Dry Grad, an organization run by parents and supported by the whole community. Dry grad is all about having a fun and safe alternative for after the prom. Yes there is a casino, but it is played for fun. For most kids it is a math refresher course! My son was so interested that he volunteered to be a blackjack dealer. Not because he was hoping to use his newly found skills to win big in a casino one day but because he thought it would be fun. Last year was my first year helping out (three years before my first child even graduates) and I was impressed by how well this event is put together. I invite you to come out and get involved with a worthwhile event. You will see that the kids are there to have a blast as they leave highschool and not to become card sharks. Christine Cutajar Program Co-ordinator Dry Grad 2011

Elderly drivers need to be tested Editor: Elderly drivers in B.C. should be retested for their driver’s licences starting sometime around the age of 67 and every few years following. I am getting sick and tired of

getting stuck behind an elderly driver going 20 km/h below the limit, having to avoid a senior who merges into my lane without so much as looking, and being put in harm’s way by so many other displays of bad or inattentive driving that I see most often from seniors every day. Not all elderly drivers are bad. Re-testing sight, reaction and driving skills would determine who is and who is not aware and capable of driving safely. Why only re-test seniors? The biology of aging is scientific fact: as you age, especially towards your late 50s and 60s, your reaction time and sight decrease at greater and greater rates. Finally, in your late 60s and almost definitely by your 70s, your eyesight and reaction times will have naturally deteriorated to the point where it may be dangerous for you to operate a machine with as much power as a car. Many will argue that younger drivers are the ones who are high-risk drivers. Younger drivers already have strict testing processes, graduated licensing and restrictively high insurance rates. All young drivers are punished for the few bad drivers among them. Why not put in place the comparatively light measure of re-testing for another high-risk group? Seniors, who got licenses before such a graduated licensing system existed, now have licenses for which the tests were likely comparatively easy and short. The solution is simple: retest seniors for their own safety, as well as everyone else’s. Matthew McLean Chilliwack

Nepotism in the Fraser Valley Editor: Whoa . . . for a minute there I thought I had been transported to Libya where the estimable Col. Gaddafi is trying mightily to promote his LSE-educated but plagiarizing son Saif into a position to succeed him. Or to Egypt, where Hosni Mubarak likewise tried to propel

his son Gamal into the presidency, albeit without success. What on earth has gotten into the drinking water at the Strahl compound? This is Canada. Nepotism is vulgar, medieval and definitely not in the toolkit of civilized contemporary practice. I would vote for Donald Duck in preference to this parachute pretender to the throne. Junior may win, but such an outcome would reflect discredit on every single constituent who votes for him. The rest of our fine country will have a good laugh at a constituency which elects a candidate as ill-prepared for national office as could be imagined purely on the basis of dynastic succession. Junior’s candidacy is an embarassment and a disgrace for all who participated in this perverse nomination farce. I look forward to casting my vote against the party of angry reaction and contempt for democratic process, the Reformatories. May they suffer a humiliating and justly deserved defeat. Well I can always hope. Craig McKie Chilliwack

Veterans signed a contract Editor: The veterans signed a contract with the federal government on veterans’ pensions. Within the pension agreement, the federal government exploited a CPP loophole the federal government could use to avoid veterans pension payouts. The federal government lawyers are dragging their feet on a settlement agreement with the veterans on this issue. It is in the lawyers best financial interests to drag the veterans issue on for as long as possible. An industrial incident in mining or construction is an incident a worker may experience maybe once in their life time. Our troops are a volunteer military force, from 18 to 55, on the front lines of the battle, out there to protect our freedom, every day putting their lives in danger of death or maiming. A solid pension for the veterans should be a given; not a legal opinion. Michael Hodge Chilliwack

Headline writer overstated point Editor: “Military veterans should quit complaining” was the editor’s

comment, not mine! My comments were meant to be of a general nature, yet some have chosen to make it personal by mentioning me by name. Is that where we sink to on a letters page? My understanding is that a letters page was an open forum for comment, not personal attacks on a person who may have posted them. I will not respond in kind by mentioning any names. Contemplate just where you’re coming from and be ashamed. Stop, read and re-read what you’ve said before hitting the “send” button. Make very sure that what you’re saying is what you really want to say. Don Brewer Chilliwack

Senior unsure where to put vote Editor: It would seem that another federal election may be upon us in the near future. I for one cannot get overly concerned about the projected cost of $300 million. If the opposition parties can’t support the budget, so be it. We have an election.What price democracy? As a senior who was getting some of the benefits,such as HST, GIS and premium assistance on some things, all was wiped out a couple of years ago by the Harper Government by lowering the qualifying income from $36,000 down to $20,000. A senior making over $20,000 a year gets no HST or GIS and in some cases no premium assistance. The tiny raise seniors get on their CPP and OAS, in a lot of cases, puts them in a higher tax bracket, and they lose some or all of their benefits. In the latest federal budget,the adjustment to the GIS serves a fewer number of senior now than it did before, for the above-mentioned policy changes by the Conservative government. The seniors in Canada are falling farther behind every year. Who are seniors to vote for in the up coming election? The Conservative party who care nothing for seniors? The Liberal party whose leader thinks the Canadian flag resembles a beer label? Someone should remind him there are young Canadians dying for our flag. Then there is the NDP whose policy on seniors and the CPP is not totally spelled out.A lot of hard thinking by senior has to go into this election. Patrick O’Kane Chilliwack

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Faith Today BY GLENN DRIEDGER Chilliwack Evangelical Missionary Church

ike most of us, I awoke March 11 to the news that Japan had been rocked by a disastrous earthquake and subsequent devastating tsunami. The loss of life and destruction of property will likely be calculated for days and even weeks to come. Tragedy like that experienced in Japan is nothing new. The past few years have seen natural disasters all over the globe. It was Jesus who pointed out that rain does not discriminate; it falls on everyone. To those who selfrighteously declare that this is God’s judgment on Japan, Haiti, et al, I might suggest we deserve the same if that was God’s intent. What separates us from the Japanese? The majority of us are far removed from the reality the people of Japan now face. For months to come—

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Yesterday Japan, tomorrow . . . perhaps even years—their hearts, minds and schedules will be filled with grief, mourning, clean-up, rebuilding and readjustment. So w h a t i s a n a p p ro p r i a t e response by those of us who stand on the outside looking in through our televisions? Do we simply feel pity? Be grateful that we were spared? Spout off spiritual clichés? I think empathy is a valid response. It is easy to forget that the faces on the screen are real, fleshand-blood human beings. The people of Japan are not simply extras on a movie set. They are individuals who share the same hopes and aspirations that all of us do. They are real and their lives have been shattered. We need to pause and imagine how we would feel if we

were standing in their shoes. Another way to respond is to pray for those being smothered by tragedy. Really pray for them. Earnestly pray for them. This, if we are honest, is no easy task. How do you pray for someone going through unspeakable difficulty? Who really understands what they’re experiencing? Who has the right words? Actually none of us do, but that should not stop us from praying. The truth be known, we probably never know perfectly how to pray in any given situation. But you can still earnestly pray for someone, even when you do not know how to pray for them. Of course, another response is to give financially. In the case of those in Japan, there will be trusted relief agencies that will use your money

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something that nothing can replace. Allow me to suggest that our families fit into the category of priceless! If our families really are priceless, they deserve as much time as we can possibly devote to them. Take every opportunity, every day, to express love for your family. Don’t waste time nattering. Try practicing forgiveness. I’ve observed that bitterness is often more damaging to the one who has it than to the one it’s expressed against. Don’t harbour ill feelings toward anyone—especially your loved ones. There are people in Japan right now that know up close and personal that life can change for the worse and can do so quickly. Today might be a really good day to renew our appreciation for family.

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HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH OF CHILLIWACK You are invited to join us at a new location! Worship Services will be held at 45825 Wellington Ave., Chilliwack Sundays at 9am & 6pm Song Worship following the evening service. Infant and toddler care available.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2011

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Bruins face Chiefs in first round Quest for first playoff victory kicks off against one of the best

he Chilliwack Bruins’s quest for their first playoff series victory begins Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Prospera Centre against the Spokane Chiefs. A women’s basketball tournament in Spokane means that, even though Chilliwack is the Western Conference’s sixth seed, the Bruins will start the playoffs at home for the first time in franchise history. If the series goes to seven games, the Chiefs will still get to play four of those in their home arena. But the start in Chilliwack will only help the Bruins try to steal the momentum from the high-flying Chiefs. (Through the regular season, the Bruins were four games above .500 at home and two games below .500 on the road. The Chiefs, meanwhile, lost four more games on the road than at home.) The Times spoke to Chilliwack Bruins head coach Marc Habscheid about how his team will approach the upcoming series. Or, rather, we asked him about the upcoming series—at playoff time it can be easier getting a straight answer from a Middle Eastern dictator than a hockey coach.

Asked what his team needs to do to compete with Spokane, he spoke about the Chiefs’ surplus of talent and finished by saying “We’ll show up on Friday.” Pressed, Habscheid said: “Every team has strengths and weaknesses. They don’t have a lot of weaknesses, but we think there are some things we have to do in order to have a chance to be successful.” Pressed further: “I’m not telling nobody.” Still, you don’t need to be a Memorial Cup-winning coach to know that there are a few key elements that will likely determine the result of the series. What follows are our thoughts, punctuated by Habscheid’s comments, when they could be dragged out of him.

The Bruins will win if . . .

. . . everything goes right. Despite being one of the WHL’s hottest teams, the Bruins are still major underdogs and facing a team that was another win away from being the conference’s first seed. The Bruins must take advantage of any and every odd-man opportunity. Chilliwack’s power play was ranked first in the league for much of the season, but fell back to earth

Chilliwack Bruins vs. Spokane Chiefs Series schedule:

Game 1 – Spokane @ Chilliwack – Friday, March 25, 7:30 p.m. Game 2 – Spokane @ Chilliwack – Saturday, March 26, 7 p.m. Game 3 – Chilliwack @ Spokane – Wednesday, March 30, 7 p.m. Game 4 – Chilliwack @ Spokane – Thursday, March 31, 7 p.m. Game 5 – Chilliwack @ Spokane – Saturday, April 2, 7 p.m. * Game 6 – Spokane @ Chilliwack – Sunday, April 3, 5 p.m. * Game 7 – Chilliwack @ Spokane – Tuesday, April 5, 7 p.m. * (* if necessary)

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The Chilliwack Bruins first-round opponents are the Spokane Chiefs. First game is tonight, March 25, at Prospera. in the final couple months. The return of Brandon Manning has helped, but Spokane boasts the league’s best penalty kill. The Bruins have little chance of tasting victory if they are unable to score five-onfour. Chilliwack must also stay out of the penalty box. Spokane also boasts the league’s best power play. The best penalty killing—which the Bruins don’t have—is still worse than not having to play shorthanded. “We want to make sure we’re working hard and aggressive and finishing checks but we can’t take unneeded, undisciplined penalties,” acknowledged Habscheid. And the Bruins’ third and fourth lines will have to play their best hockey of the season. The Chiefs boast an incredibly deep roster; third-line centre Anthony Bardaro

has 24 goals on the year. The Bruins can’t expect as much offence from their grinders, so they will have to buckle down in their own zone. “The depth is important for sure,” said Habsheid. “They’ve got some good depth and I think our depth has to step forward and compete and excel against their depth.”

The Chiefs will win if . . .

. . . they don’t get cocky. Spokane finished the regular season having lost just twice in their last 17 games. When the WHL announced its Western Conference All-Star Teams and award finalists Wednesday, Spokane was the big winner. Three players—goaltender James Reid, defenceman Jared Cowen and forward Tyler Johnson—were named to the First All-Star Team, with defenceman Brenden Kichton join-

ing Bruin Ryan Howse on the second team. Reid was named the best goalie in the Western Conference. Johnson— who also finished with the most goals in the WHL—was named the most sportsmanlike player, and Don Nachbaur was named the west’s best coach. Sp o k a n e h a s a r i d i c u l o u s amount of talent. They will know that. But they can’t underestimate the Bruins, who finished the season on their own hot streak and who, aside from the last couple games, have been playing playoff hockey for the past month. Fortunately, for the Chiefs, they boast three holdovers—Cowen, Johnson and Levko Koper—from their Memorial Cup-winning squad in 2008. They’ll be counted on to keep their teammates focused on the task at hand.

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BY TYLER OLSEN tolsen@chilliwacktimes.com

ixed martial arts has a rep— and not a good one. The sport is known for blood and is often associated in the minds of many with a criminal fan base.

Since it burst onto the scene at the start of the last decade, mixed martial arts (MMA) has drawn a diverse range of fans and aspiring competitors. But at one extreme end of the spectrum have been men affiliated with local gangs. And just last week, a prominent MMA trainer was charged with domestic

violence and a myriad of gun offences. Such incidents have tainted the public image of MMA, which is already controversial due to a perception that the sport is simply no-holds-barred cage fightng. And it has forced gym owners like See MMA, page 13

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Revolution Martial Arts co-owner Harley Chappell hopes to change the way mixed martial arts is seen by the Chilliwack public.

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Still image work to do to separate MMA from crime

night because they need to be here Saturday morning.” Chappell calls the sport a “very good tool,” pointing to the emphasis on discipline and respect. “For me, MMA itself has a lot of positive things,” he told the Times. “I work with a lot of highrisk kids—that’s my job during the day—and to be able to see some of those kids having an outlet, you know it’s not the traditional sports where they want to play baseball or they want to play soccer; they want to do something that they’re going to be able to be proud of and be happy. “We’ve got a couple of kids who, if they weren’t here training to fight amateur MMA, I don’t know where they’d be. Probably nowhere good.”

MMA, from page 12 Harley Chappell to confront the issue head on. This spring Chappell and Darwin Douglas, along with their wives, bought Revolution Martial Arts after the gym’s previous owner announced his intention to move and close up shop. Both men were longtime gym members and one of their first undertakings after purchasing the gym this spring was to throw open the doors to local RCMP officers. That no officers stopped by on a recent Friday, during an open house for Mounties, disappointed Chappell; but then, the lack of interest could itself be a positive omen for the new owners. Chappell said the Chilliwack gym—which shares a name and a website with another facility in Langley, but is other wise unaffiliated—has never had the gang problems that have plagued MMA-connected gyms to the west. Of the 80 or so people who train at Revolution, most take wrestling or fitness classes, he said. About half are children, and about half of the adults are women. The men, he says, come from all walks of life. On Monday, Chappell was grappling with jiu-jitsu instructor Steve Jacobi,

Medals for Revolution wrestlers

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Revolution Martial Arts co-owner Harley Chappell practises a jiu-jistu hold on Revolution member Steve Jacobi. a straight-laced sergeant with the Conservation Officer Service. But Chappell—who himself works as a traditional counsellor with the Xyolhmeylh Child and Family Services—said gym owners and MMA trainers still need to work to disassociate themselves from those who offer MMA with the criminal lifestyle. “We’ve been plastered with this image for a long time now and we have to do some work now,” he said. “If we want to stop this

bad image, then we need to do something about it—take control.” His gym, he thinks, has been able to avoid catering to criminals by s t r e s s i n g a f o c u s e d a n d introspective attitude. “I tell a lot of people, ‘Leave your ego, and almost leave your pride outside.’” Martial arts training, Chappell said, “is not so you can poke your chest out and strut around. It’s the exact opposite.” Chappell himself is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist, not an MMA

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fighter. (He says he doesn’t like getting hit). But he’s a fan of the sport and says it requires a certain skill and technique that can be invisible to the casual viewer looking only for blood. “It looks very easy on TV. You don’t realize what work it takes, what discipline, what respect it takes.” He’s also a believer in the power of sport to steer kids away from more harmful pursuits. “They can’t be out late on a Friday

Several young Revolution wrestlers recently brought back hardware from the B.C. Kids Only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championships with medals. Brenden Reeves won gold, Brendan Pravdzik claimed a silver and Jesse Moore, Mitchell Kaemmer and Ashton McDonaugh all won bronze medals. Reece Jacobi and Hunter Mullis rounded out the Chilliwack Revolution contingent. Harley Chappell and Jared Revel are also heading to Los Angeles this week for the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation’s PanAmerican Championships. Darwin Douglas, meanwhile, will compete in a sanctioned MMA fight in Nanaimo.

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Einhorn finalist for WHL award

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hilliwack Bruins defenceman Jeff Einhorn has been named as one of two finalists for the Western Hockey League’s Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy for Humanitarian of the Year. Einhorn, who as a 20year-old is in his final year of junior eligibility, received the nomination for his tireless work in the community. Bruins community relations director Barry Douglas said that whenever the club asked for players to take part in one community project or another, Einhorn was always first in line. “He was always the first one to volunteer and he always did it with a smile on his face,” said Douglas. “It’s amazing what this young man has done, really . . . the WHL prides itself on community involvement, and for Jeff to be the Western Conference award winner is a huge accomplishment.” There’s little Einhorn hasn’t done in the past year. In the past year Einhorn d e l i v e re d h o t m e a l s t o seniors; volunteered at the soup kitchen nearly every week; visited children at the Bruins Pediatric Centre in Chilliwack General Hospital; walked dogs at the SPCA in sunshine, snow and rain; volunteered with the Special Olympics; read to schoolchildren in the Books with the Bruins program; assisted at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser; walked children to school as part of a Chilliwack Community Services walking program; hung out with Community Services’ preschool kids; and paired with a minor hockey team for the Bruins’ honourary captains program.

Tennis leagues

Registration is now open for singles and doubles tennis leagues that start April 16. Players of similar skill level compete against each other on a local court and at a local time of their choosing. Players receive a schedule in the mail and make their own arrangements with each player. Deadline for registration is March 31. For registration forms and more information visit www. bctennisleagues.50megs.com or contact Ron at shalley@ iprimus.ca or 604-534-1786.

Asked what motivates him to throw himself into volunteerism, Einhorn told the Times, “If I wasn’t doing anything like that, what else would you be doing? Just sitting at home?” He said the award “means everything to me. I think it’s a great accomplishment not only for myself, but as an organization, the Chilliwack Bruins. We do a lot of community service, any guy on the team; for just one of us to be recognized is a great honour.” Many of the organizations for which Einhorn volunteered submitted letters of support for the Bruins defenceman. SPCA branch manager Ivanna Ferris wrote that Einhorn “shows a mature sensitivity towards the shelter animals,” while the mother of a Special Olympics athlete said Einhorn “is a true leader in the team and seeing his impact in our community, I know he is destined to greatness.” Bill Vermeer, the coach of a Chilliwack Minor Hockey peewee house team, wrote that “Jeff should look into coaching with kids . . . as he again was awesome with the kids.” While Einhorn led the way in community involvement, Douglas said multiple Bruins could have been nominated for the award. “To single one guy out is not easy,” said Douglas. “It’s not just Jeff. All our players really dedicate themselves to the community.”

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The WHL’s Western Conference All-Star Teams were also announced Wednesday, and one of the Bruins made the grade. Ryan Howse was named to the WHL’s Second All-Star Team.

On deck Spring soccer

Spring soccer for seniors begins May 2 and runs every Monday, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. until the end of June. Play takes place at Townsend Park for the first three weeks before moving to the old CFB Chilliwack. The emphasis is on keeping fit and having fun. Aggressive play, including slide tackling, is prohibited. Total cost is $20 per person. For more information call Ernie at 604-824-1720 or Keith at 604-858-3934.

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Player to watch:

Jared Cowen At six-foot-five, 220 pounds, Cowen, the Chiefs captain, can dominate the game physically. But he’s also a tremendous skater who can put points on the board. The ninth overall draft pick in 2009, Cowen h a s b e e n c o m p a re d by scouts to Norris Trophy winner Zdeno Chara and nearly made the Ottawa Senators out of training camp last fall. He is as close to a surefire future NHL star as exists in

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Big Jared Cowen will be one Spokane Chief the Bruins will have to keep a close eye on. the Western Hockey League. Bruins head coach Marc Habscheid said it best: “He’s their captain, he’s their main guy. He’s about sixfoot-35 and a good player, so he should be called up to another league.” Limiting his effectiveness will be difficult. Habsheid said “we’ve got some things we want to do against him, but that’s for us to figure out.” The Bruins’ first game this season against Spokane, in October 68 games ago, gives one clue. In that one, Bruins

sniper Ryan Howse jawed with Cowen in the neutral zone before the Chiefs’ captain took an undisciplined penalty and ended up watching from the sin bin as the Bruins scored. W h e n C ow e n t a k e s a minor penalty, the Chiefs are 15-11. When he doesn’t sit for two, Spokane is 25-7. Cowen can thus expect to see a lot of Bruins’ agitator and enforcer Curt Gogol over the next week. (Gogol was voted the Western Conference’s most irritating player in a poll of WHL players and managers conducted by the Tri-City Herald.)

Inanimate object to watch:

The shot clock. Since January, the Bruins have allowed a ridiculous number of shots on Gore, punctuated by the Chiefs’ 78-shot effort last week. Habscheid, though, thinks some shot clock operators have overactive trigger fingers. “There’s places in the league that count shots three or four at a time,” he told the Times. “I’m worried more about scoring chances and our chances have been OK.”

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Merriam Webster’s online dictionary defines ‘shipshape’ as ‘trim, tidy’, and illustrates usage with: “I like to keep my car shipshape.” From a road safety perspective, this example is eminently praiseworthy. But whether it succeeds in conjuring up an accurate picture in the minds of most word-checkers is not Cedric Hughes quite so certain. This is not because what it says is completely unusual. Lots of folks really do keep their cars ‘shipshape’. But, generally speaking, the care that is taken with stowing luggage on airplanes or the way most pieces of furniture on a cruise liner are built in or tied on in some fashion more accurately denotes the term. We tend to toss things into our cars —both on the front and back seats— without much thought. Hatchbacks and SUVS have trunklike spaces that are open to the rest of the vehicle. Although many of these come with slideable or retractable covers, taking the time to actually use them can seem overly fussy, especially when you are hurrying. It isn’t. In 2009, Road Rules wrote about a T-bone crash in which one driver’s fatal head injuries were caused by the impact from her laptop computer, which was sitting on the back seat of her car but became a powerful projectile when the crash occurred. This tragic story was a dramatic reminder that anything unsecured inside your vehicle can become a lethal projectile. Road Rules encouraged readers to take the time to make use of the many secure storage options in their vehicles including trunk hooks, mesh envelopes on seat backs and doors, and any number of various holders, tie-downs, cargo-

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nets, elastic cords and clips that either came with the vehicle or that can be acquired at a modest cost.

Vehicle clutter —stuff floating around on the floor and in open side pockets and trays and loosely tacked onto the dashboard— is also not symptomatic of ‘shipshapeness’. With Barrister & Solicitor this in mind, the recent story about Arieh Perecowicz’s court battle to defend his right to decorate his Montreal taxicab with personal mementos and keepsakes including photos, a flag, and a poppy seems miscast as freedom of expression matter. Between 2006 and 2008, Mr. Perecowicz was fined by the Bureau du Taxi $191 four times for decorating his cab contrary to a bylaw banning any “object or inscription that is not required for the taxi to be in service.” Mr. Perecowicz objected to the fines on the grounds that the bylaw infringed his Charter right to freedom of expression. At the trial before a municipal court judge, a taxi inspector testified that Mr. Perecowicz’s cab was “the messiest she had seen in five years on the job.” Ultimately the court rejected the Charter argument, upheld the bylaw, and ordered Mr. Perecowicz to pay the fines although in a lesser amount and within a year’s time. Mr. Perecowicz has filed a complaint with the Quebec Human Rights Commission and says he will take his case to the Supreme Court if necessary. Perhaps some battles just aren’t worth fighting.

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Lucas Gore The Chilliwack Bruins will need netminder Lucas Gore to stand on his head. He may not face 78 shots in a single game, as he did the last time the two teams met, but the 20-year-old will see plenty of rubber. The Bruins will not win with OK goaltending. In short, Gore needs to be great.

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................................................. Spokane.........................................Chilliwack Team Record........................... 48-14-4-2 102 points .....................33-31-4-4 74 points Division Ranking..................... 2nd U.S...........................................3rd B.C. Conference Seeding............... 3rd Western....................................6th Western League Ranking...................... 5th...................................................11th Past 10 Games........................ 9-1-0-0............................................6-1-2-1 Streak ...................................... 1-0-0-0............................................1-0-0-0 Last Game ............................... 6-3 Win @ Portland ........................3-0 Win vs. Everett Home Record.......................... 27-7-2-0..........................................18-14-2-2 Away Record........................... 21-11-2-2........................................15-17-2-2 GF............................................. 310 .................................................227 GA ............................................ 193..................................................255 PP% ......................................... (96/360) 26.7...................................(83/380) 21.8 PP (Home)%............................ (56/188) 29.8...................................(47/198) 23.7 PP (Away)%............................. (40/172) 23.3...................................(36/182) 19.8 PK% ......................................... (41/324) 87.3...................................(82/395) 79.2 PK (Home)%............................ (22/153) 85.6...................................(37/181) 79.6 PK (Away)%............................. (19/171) 88.9...................................(45/214) 79.0 Leading Rookie....................... Valcourt (8-17-25) ..........................Magee (12-17-29) Most PIM ................................. Kramer - 306 ..................................Gogol - 201 Team PIM/GM ......................... 19/game .........................................21.6/game Leading Scorers ..................... Johnson (53-62-115)......................Howse (51-32-83) ................................................. Koper (32-50-82) ............................Horak (26-52-78) ................................................. Kichton (23-58-81) .........................Sundher (24-52-76)

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Get your green thumb in gear

Outdoor Decor, Yard Garden and Renovation show on this weekend BY CORNELIA NAYLOR cnaylor@chilliwacktimes.com

he sap is running in the trees, crocuses are pushing their way through the soil and gardeners all over the Fraser Valley are itching to put their green thumbs to work. The timing couldn’t be better for the 9th Annual Fraser Valley Yard, Garden and Renovation Show, which takes over Heritage Park this weekend. “Spring has sprung. The clocks have sprung ahead, and people are anxious to get outside and start doing stuff,” said event manager Gary Moran. But timing isn’t the only reason the show, which runs March 25, 26 and 27, has become the premier spring show in the valley, according to Moran. The key is keeping up with what buyers want. “If people are asking for it, then we’re searching for the right vendor for the show,” he said. This year’s event is bigger than ever with 219 booths (about 40 more than last year) and 160 vendors selling everything from perennials and playsets to garden sheds and gazebos, and organizers expect that variety to push attendance past the 10,000 mark it reached last year. New this year are vendors offering outdoor fun beyond the garden gate with ATVs, Sea-Doos and boats. “Once you’re finished mowing the lawn and planting the flowers, well, maybe you want to do

This year’s show is bigger than ever with 219 booths—about 40 more than last year—and 160 vendors. something else recreational,” said Moran. Another first at the show is a pair of talks on gardening fitness (Spring Forward into Health and Fit for the Garden) that organizers have added to the show’s schedule of informative, 45-minute seminars. Other talks will include a seminar by UFV horticulturalist Tom Baumann on updating your garden’s berry varieties and a presentation by local gardening celebrity Brian Minter on container gardening. “Container gardening is going to continue to be one of our numberone growth areas,” said Moran, “because landscapes are shrinking, so people are needing to tier their gardens.” Vegetable growing is also making a comeback, he said, as more people discover the feasibility of growing their own humble but tasty crops in small raised beds

and even containers. Another trend that doesn’t show any signs of slowing down are

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including the kitchen sink. To make sure this year’s eager renovators get all the help they need, the Fraser Valley Yard, Garden and Renovation Show has expanded Renovation Row, a place where homeowners can discuss their big renovation ideas with pros like planners and contractors. The idea was a big hit when it was introduced last year and Moran said homeowners at the tail end of tough economic time are still eager to find ways to fix up their homes and yards instead of buying new. The same goes for people choosing to spend more time in their backyards instead of going on expensive vacations. “We’re still cocooning a little bit,” said Moran. But that doesn’t mean the Fraser Valley Yard, Garden and Renovation Show is only about big renovation projects. “There’s something for everybody,” said Moran, “whether you’re looking to do a complete renovation of your yard or just looking for the knick knacks.” And while grownups are busy hunting for just the right item or idea to turn their yards into the perfect stay-cation destination, kids can drop by the Family Fun Zone and hang out with Ronald McDonald and friends, watch the Greater Vancouver Zoo’s birds of prey in action or plant a free herb or flower to take home. “It’s become huge,” said Moran of the kids planting area, now in its third year. “In year one we did about a hundred plants. Last year we did over 400 plants.” ◗ The show runs from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission for unlimited access all weekend is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and $2 for children 6 to 18 years old. Parking at Heritage Park is free. For more information about the show visit www.outdoordecorshow.com or visit the show’s facebook page.

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arious kinds of anemones are in flower through much of the spring, summer and fall and are well worth acquiring. All are beautiful, have relatively large flowers and most tolerate a range of soils. The earliest bloomer is Anemone blanda which uncoils itself from the soil in early March and opens its daisy-like flowers in purple, mauve, pink or white whenever sunshine touches them. The variety comes from the eastern Mediterranean, but is quite hardy in southwest B.C. and not fussy about soil. Sun or light shade suit it well, and if undisturbed, it self-sows abundantly. Flowers from these volunteers are usually purple. Anemone blanda is usually offered in fall and the twisted, knobby tubers can be a puzzle to plant. The larger, rounded side will produce the stems, but frankly, whatever you do, the tuber senses where the light is and stems grow to reach it. Equally hardy is the Wood anemone (Anemone nemorosa), which produces somewhat smaller flowers just a little later. This comes from moist woodlands in northern Europe and makes a beautiful low mat of white, purple, pink

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Green Thumb or mauve flowers above creeping, shallow rhizomes. The pale mauve Robinsoniana is one of the best-known kinds. The double white Vestal is another. Also lovely is ‘Allenii,’ which is pinkish-purple. Even though the foliage vanishes fast after flowering, these wood anemones can spread quickly in moist woodsy conditions and shoulder out delicate neighbours. Anemone sylvestris is another hardy, easy-care anemone from north European woods where it thrives in semi-shade and moist, leafy soil. It puts out white, single flowers which flower over a long period in late spring. These blooms are fragrant and give a second display when they mature into white balls of cottony seedheads. This anemone is easy from seed, forms clumps and recovers fast if divided. Anemone pulsatilla (also known as Pulsatilla vulgaris) has showy flowers in brilliant violets, mauves, reds and

also white and pale pink. The leaves are finely serrated, the stems and buds sport fine silky hair and silky, silvery seed-heads follow the blooms. It’s really a plant of dry grasslands which means gardeners in shady, acid clay gardens must make special efforts to keep it happy. This one loves sun, lime and well-drained soil. It hates being moved. In sandy, coastal gardens, it selfseeds abundantly and is very long-lived. As summer begins, the Poppy Anemone (Anemone coronaria) opens big, cupshaped single flowers in red, blue, white, pink and various bicolours. The double St. Brigid mix comes in similar hues. In coastal gardens there’s more chance of these anemones surviving the winter than there is further inland. That’s because they originate from warmer climates than ours such as Spain, Greece and Algeria. They need well-drained soil, full sun and dry, hot summers. Like some other anemones, Anemone coronaria seedheads are fluffy and drift on the wind to colonize new places. ◗ Anne Marrison is happy to answer garden questions. Send them to her via amarrison@ shaw.ca.

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ou say trends. I say top gardening movements for 2011. In my view, gardening trends are often seen as short-lived, much like the roll out seed carpet, upsidedown tomatoes or the Fruit Cocktail tree. Fads and gadgets come and go in the gardening world, but I would suggest worthwhile changes usually take place over time and are better characterized as movements rather than trends. Here are my 11 picks for the coming year that will continue to gain momentum.

New plant introductions

Bl a c k p e t u n i a s, e a r l y blooming day lilies and a march of shrubs sporting new colours and more compact dimensions are all coming to the marketplace. Some will prove themselves over time and others will fall by the wayside. But, whatever their ultimate benefit, yearly introductions are here to stay.

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grasses, succulents, and other coddle free offerings, (think no dead-heading, cutting back, heavy fertilizing or replacing) are now becoming the first choice for planters.

No lawn-front gardens

Not the high-maintenance cottagey gardens of the past, but nevertheless, homeowners continue to look for alternate ways to cover the ground in their front gardens. The lawn continues to shrink.

Aging-gardener-friendly gardens

As we get older, the dream of spending our retirement lavishing attention on our gardens has been replaced with creaky knees and lazy afternoon naps. The search for easy-care perennials, polite shrubs and troublefree container plantings has begun in earnest. For tips, take a look at longtime gardener and writer Sydney Eddison’s newest book entitled, Gardening for a Life-

time: How to Garden Wiser as You Grow Older, available in paperback this spring.

Natural fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides

More and more manufacturers are bringing alternative products to the marketplace. Fertilizers with seaweed and hen manure or lawn applications with corn gluten to inhibit weed growth are all on the rise.

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Going ’round again BY CORNELIA NAYLOR cnaylor@chilliwacktimes.com

rise in complaints and collisions around the Evans Road roundabout has stirred the City of Chilliwack to organize an open house to educate locals about the navigation, design and function of the double-lane traffic circle that opened in October 2009. Since Walmart opened in November, the city’s engineering department has seen a spike in complaints and questions about the roundabout, according to manager of transportation Rod Sanderson, and officials decided an

open house would be a more efficient solution than dealing with concerns piecemeal. With more people using the traffic circle to get to the megastore, there has also been an increase in collisions. “It brings in more volume, of course, so more volume, more crashes,” said ICBC regional road safety co-ordinator Mike Weightman. The two most common problems, he said, are drivers who don’t yield to traffic already in the roundabout and drivers who take up the wrong lane for the exit they want to take. “What we’re seeing, the

police are telling me, is people driving from the outside lane as they’re entering the roundabout straight into the inside lane, and you can’t make that movement.” For those who can’t make it to the open house,Weightman suggests visiting www.chilliwack.com and trying out the roundabout simulator, which uses arrows to show the right lanes to take for each exit. The open house runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29 at Evergreen Hall. For more information, call the City of Chilliwack engineering department at 604793-2907.

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he RCMP is reminding owners of paintball guns and cap guns to use common sense when transporting such guns in public after Mounties took down a man reported to be carrying a handgun late Wednesday morning. Police received a report of a man walking down Watson Road and carrying a handgun sticking out of his belt just before 11 a.m. Wednesday. Mounties arrived and took the man into custody before it was revealed that the gun was a cap gun.

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Fraser Canyon. Such threats will meet with a strong response from the STC.” If approved by the federal and provincial governments, the treaty will grant 1,966 hectares of land, along with $14.4 million and self-governing authority and funding to the Yale First Nation. But the Sto:lo Tribal Council has argued that the Yale First Nation is part of the Sto:lo Nation and that the government should deal BY TYLER OLSEN with the Sto:lo, including the Yale Band, as a tolsen@chilliwacktimes.com group. They worry that the treaty will affect Sto:lo access to prime fishing grounds in he Sto:lo Tribal Council is vowing to fight the Fraser Canyon. However, the Yale Band threats they say are posed by a pending maintains that they are distinct from the Sto: treaty between the Yale First Nation and the lo. provincial and national legislatures In a 2009 letter to Prime Minister Stephen The Yale First Nation ratified Harper and then-Premier Gorthe treaty on March 12, after 68 don Campbell, the Sto:lo wrote per cent of eligible voters said “Such threats that the Crown can only negoyes to the Yale Final Agreement, will meet with a tiate a treaty “with the proper which aims to help the Yale of aboriginal title and strong response holder” First Nation “increase its particrights. ipation in the local economy.” from the STC.” Chilliwack-Hope MLA Barry The treaty will now be voted Penner, who was minister of on by the provincial legislature Clarence Pennier aboriginal relations and recand, if successful, the House of onciliation when the signing Commons. took place on March 12, was But the Sto:lo Tribal Council pleased that the Yale Final Agreement— (STC) is unhappy with the deal. negotiations for which have been ongoing “The STC looks upon the proposed Yale since 1994—was almost completed. Treaty as an infringement on our member “I would like to congratulate Yale First communities’ aboriginal title and rights in Nation members and their leadership on the Fraser Canyon,” said Grand Chief Clar- achieving a ‘yes’ vote in favour of the Yale ence Pennier, president of the tribal council, Final Agreement,” said Penner. “It is a hisin an e-mail to the Times. “The two govern- toric moment for the People of Yale and for ments, as a result of their negotiations with all British Columbians.” the Yale Band over the proposed treaty, are – with files from Brian Lewis, The Province threatening our ancient fishing sites in the

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We are increasingly resisting sanitizing our gardens. The result is that the vibrant cycle of life encompassing good and bad bugs, disease, visiting creatures and unpredictable weather is teaching us valuable lessons about backyard ecology and life.

Creating and managing backyard ecosystems

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include new flooring and new exterior facades. Construction on both the mall upgrades and the new stores is expected to start in the summer. The revitalization project is expected to finish and stores open, in 2012. “We look forward to the addition of Winners, Sport Chek and Reitmans to the shopping centre,” said Retrocom CEO Richard Michaeloff. “These new retailers, along with our multi-million dollar investment, will solidify and enhance Chilliwack Mall’s position in the marketplace.”

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he Chilliwack Mall is getting an $11 million facelift and three new tenants, the mall’s owners announced Thusday. Retrocom Mid-Market Real Estate Investment Trust, which owns the mall, said that a Winners store will split most of the old Walmart space with a new Sport Chek outlet. The space will be reconfigured and will be rounded out by a Reitmans store. The mall is also pledging to spend $11 million to make “extensive upgrades to the interior and exterior of the centre.” The project will

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ing dividends, with drugs seized, arrests made and, police claim, crime eliminated and not just displaced. The program originally had a two-month mandate but it’s effect has been such that police say it will be extended. Even if it does end at some point, Williams thinks it will build bridges that will help the RCMP’s work for years to come. “The long term effect is going to be we’ll have much better relationships with the community and the people in the community to solve these problems as they come up.”

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us,” said Williams. Not everyone’s a fan, however. The pair pulled up beside a big guy walking a meanlooking pit bull by the Williams Road Tim Hortons. Maisonneuve said hi. The man, a prolific offender, yelled “I’ve got no warrants,” in a none-toofriendly manner and stalked off. “Some people don’t like us

Referring to a female heroin user they stopped earlier in the day, Williams said, “If something were to happen to her, we’ll know.” Of course everybody who looks suspicious or at risk, isn’t necessarily so. After spotting a white Jeep they thought was circling the downtown, they followed it to a pharmacy. The driver, it turned out, was a local business owner making deliveries. But he was happy to speak to the police about the state of his neighbourhood. If early results are any indication, the Clean Sweep program is already pay-

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“Anything else?” “Cocaine every now and relatively friendly conver- then.” sations with those on the The officers didn’t bat an fringes of society. Actually, eye; the woman wasn’t even “conversations” might be the first person this hour to a misnomer. “Interviews” admit regular drug use to would be a better descrip- them. Maisonneuve asked a tor. radio operator to check the Take, for example, a wom- woman in a police database, an with scabs on her face then asked her bluntly if she and hood pulled over her came to the apartment to head and who was spotted buy drugs. The woman stuck a t a Pr i n c e s s with her story, Avenue apartbut added “I go ment building “They begin there to smoke notorious for to trust us and a doobie every drug deals. now and then.” The Mount- if something Before they ies pulled into happens, they left the woman an alley and to carry on, surreptitiously will tell us.” Williams told watched the Cpl. Kerry Williams her that if she woman ring ever needed t h e b u z z e r, h e l p, p o l i c e wait for a time, are in the area then walk away. Williams quite often—a statement then steered the vehicle that can be interpreted mulonto Princess and pulled up tiple ways. beside her. As they cruised through “Hi there, how are you downtown Chilliwack, Maidoing,” said Maisonneuve. sonneuve and Williams “RCMP.” rattled off first names in The woman was asked, the same way one would and supplied without hesi- refer to old friends. Nodding tation, her name and date of towards one man, Maisonbirth. She said she had just neuve—who has spent all moved to Chilliwack, wasn’t five years of his RCMP sersure of her address and vice in Chilliwack—said “he had come to the apartment was one of my first arrests.” building to visit a friend. The point of many of the Williams asked about her two Mounties’ interactions employment status, goals is not to interrogate, but and whether she had any rather to gain valuable inforpast police history. mation that may be helpful “Do you use at all?” asked now or months down the Williams. road. Williams emphasized “Every now and then,” that they make sure that any said the woman. information can’t be traced “ W h a t’s y o u r d r u g o f back to an informer. choice?” “They talk to us because “Marijuana.” they know they can trust CRIME, from page 5

so much,” said Williams, as the car rolled on. No one has to speak to the police or even stop walking when they pull up, but most answered the pair’s questions without protest. One reason is because the same conditions that make people more likely to commit crime—poverty, mental illness, addiction—also make them more likely to be victims of crime. “They begin to trust us and if something happens, they will tell us,” said Williams. A constant presence downtown also allows the Mounties to notice when someone is missing.

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is a believer in the power of the fan experience. “I think personally that, even though a lot of people think professional sports is so expensive, is so silly, I think it gives a really reasonable entertainment for the rest of your life, a place of community just in that itself, because you rally with your friends every week when you get together on a Saturday for a game. “It costs you nothing, really, to do that, if you’re not going to the game,” he said. “It takes one Canucks game as a kid to make you a fan forever.”

But on Friday, tension was building amongst Canucks fans. The score was 0-0 after 40 minutes, as the Chilliwack youth mingled in the Rogers Arena concourse. To the casual observer, the game was looking like a bust. But Michael, who was wearing an empty Canucksemblazened popcorn bucket cheekily on his head, had different thoughts. Out of nowhere, he told Skinner, “I’m so glad I came!” Then, with a wide grin, he asked those present to pose for a photograph. An hour and a half later, Michael, Owen and Peter were in Skinner’s car, on the

way back to Chilliwack. The Canucks had lost 3-1. The radio hosts were blasting the referees. But the boys were still wired from their day. “It was an awesome game,” said Michael. “I didn’t even want that day to end.” Those words underscore the purpose of a trip that was about more than a hockey game. Skinner hopes events like the hockey trip, like the ski outings, and like the river cleanup and accompanying barbecue, build a connection between the program and the youth it serves. “It’s way more special and profound to them than we could ever imagine,” said Skinner. “These are the types of things you remember for the rest of your life.”

Power of the fan experience

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A jig to reconnect with culture Métis youth in Chilliwack get a chance to learn a traditional style of dance

i n c u l t u re o r i n u n d e r s t a n d i n g t h a t they’re part of a bigger picture, the less kids are going to want to get into other hilliwack’s Métis youth are getting things to feel a part of, like gangs or jiggy with their roots at a Tuesday drugs or alcohol,” he said. Instructor Lisa Shepherd couldn’t agree night Métis jigging program put on by the Chilliwack and Fraser Valley more. “This is just another way for youth to Métis Associations. Since February, a group of youngsters feel connected—connected to each other has met weekly at Kekinow Hall to learn and connected to their culture,” she said. the lively traditional dance from instruc- “I can’t think of too many other places that youth get to feel that in that way.” tor Lisa Shepherd. Shepherd characterizes Métis jigging A combination of Celtic and Highland dancing, the French gigue and aboriginal as more “grounded” than its European dance, Métis jigging embodies the Métis counterparts. Unlike Highland dancers, traditional community’s blend of European and Métis jiggers’ arms hang relaxed by their aboriginal culture. sides, and unlike Irish dances, traditionAnd it gets the blood pumping too. “It’s what we call Métis aerobics,” said al Métis jigging doesn’t involve hopping, Chilliwack Métis Association president skipping and jumping. Shepherd attributes this difference to Les Mitchell with a chuckle. “You have to Métis jigging’s aboriginal influence. be fit.” “With powwow dancing, people say you The goal of the youth program is to pound into the ground,” get local Métis kids in she said. “ You’re contouch with their heritage, but for Mitchell, “The younger we can get nected to mother earth when you’re dancing.” the health benefits are kids involved in culture For Shepherd, teachimportant too. ing young people Métis or in understanding “Kids are sitting and jigging steps is part of a texting and doing a lot that they’re part of a larger goal to get them in of couch-potato stuff bigger picture, the less touch with their roots. instead of getting out “For children in parand getting some fresh kids are going to want ticular, in order to be air and some exercise,” to get into . . . gangs or successful, you need to he said. “ This is one know who you are and way we can do two drugs or alcohol.” where you came from, things at once.” Tradition has it that Michael Mars Riel be comfortable walking around in your own skin jigging Métis-style and be proud of who developed at kitchen you are,” she said. “Until parties, during which you feel that, you’re not space would be cleared f o r i m p r o m p t u d a n c e s , a n d p e o p l e going to be successful in anything you would haul out instruments now syn- do.” T h e f re e p ro g ra m a t Ke k i n ow Ha l l o n y m o u s w i t h M é t i s m u s i c : f i d d l e s, spoons, mouth-organs, accordions— is funded by a Heritage Canada grant anything that was portable and easy to secured by the Fraser Valley and Chilliwack Métis Associations to engage Lower tune. “The fiddle music and the jigging is Mainland and Fraser Valley Métis youth such a huge part of Métis culture,” said aged 10 to 24 in traditional cultural activMi c h a e l Ma r s R i e l , a Va n c o u v e r j i g - ities ranging from jigging and fiddling to ger who was in Chilliwack recently to hunting and horseback riding. Although the program was designed to dance a couple of jigs while the Métis flag was raised over city hall for Louis engage Métis youth, anyone is welcome if space allows. Riel Day. Riel is a great-great-great nephew of the iconic 19th Century Métis leader, and ◗ The Métis jigging program runs every he says getting Chilliwack’s Métis youth Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, call Les Mitchell at 604-823involved in jigging is a great idea. “The younger we can get kids involved 4533.

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Showtime The Tempest at UFV UFV Theatre Department’s production of The Tempest continues March 25 and 26 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee March 27 at 2 p.m. General ticket prices for this production range between $13 to $16. For information and reservations call 604-7952814 or e-mail theatre@ufv.

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Next up at the Chilliwack Museum is A Fraser River Journey by Rick Blacklaws, a stunning collection of photographs that show the Fraser River in all its beauty and complexity, on now until May 12. Blacklaws will speak at 1 p.m. at the Chilliwack Museum’s AGM on March 26.

Charlie Brown auditions Secondary Characters is holding auditions for this summer’s production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown on March 25, with callbacks April 1. The play runs July 28 to Aug. 7 at the UFV Theatre. Advance sign-up is

required. They are looking for four male and two female roles, age 15 years and over. Please prepare 16 to 32 bar sections of two contrasting musical theatre songs, and bring your sheet music. At the audition, you will be given a short dialogue to prepare. Please email Nicola at nicoladavies@live.ca for

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Cedar bark weaving The Chilliwack Métis Association hosts a Cedar Bark Weaving workshop at Kekinow Common Room, at 45555 Knight Rd. (behind old Walmart) on March 26 See WHAT’S ON, page 31

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from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $10 for pre-registration. Call Darlene at 604-858-2336 or Les Mitchell at 604-823-4533. Visit www.chilliwackmetisassociation.ca for more information.

Kite building workshop Members of the B.C. Kite Association host a free kite building workshop March 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Upper Echo Room in the St. Alice Hall in Harrison Hot Springs (next door to the Harrison Hot Springs Resort). All materials will be provided and everyone is welcome. Build your kite and then take it on it’s first flight along the banks of Harrison Lake. For info, please e-mail eventcoordinator@harrisonfestival. com. Magic in the Mall Teen magician Erik Stephany will put on a magic show at the Chilliwack Mall on March 26 at 1 p.m. to benefit the B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation. Get tickets to Sold Doubt MOVE: the company brings their new contemporary dance show, Sold Doubt to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre March 26 at 8 p.m. This Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presentation is the work of Vancouver’s genius of dance, Josh Beamish. As the final offering in the cultural centre’s dance series, Sold Doubt is sure to be a show audiences will be talking about for months to come. Attend this contemporary dance rock concert by calling the box office at 604391-SHOW(7469) or visiting the Cultural Centre in-person Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are also available online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. Anavets events At the Anavets Unit 305, 46268 Yale Rd., the entertainment runs six nights a week, Friday to Wednesday. Every Sunday night is Jam Night with Trevor MacDonald. The Pine Cone plays March 25 and 26 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Every Sunday is jam night with Trevor MacDonald 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Thursday poker registration at 6:30 p.m. starts at 7 p.m. New

What’s on To include your event, contact by e-mail reporter Paul J. Henderson at phenderson@chilliwacktimes.com, fax to 604-792-9300 or phone 604-792-9117.

Horizon Dance Club is back on Wednesdays. Every Friday steak draw at 5.30 p.m. Saturday meat draw every half-hour from 3 to 5 p.m. The kitchen is open Tuesday to Friday, noon to 2 p.m., 4:30 to 7 p.m and Saturday from noon to 6:30 p.m. Monday nights karaoke starts at 8:30 p.m. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m., all proceeds to the scholarship fund. Cribbage Sunday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m.

Music Man The Music Man makes one of two B.C. stops at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on March 28 as part of its tour of 62 North American cities. For tickets, which range from $40 to $45, call the centre box office at 604-391-SHOW (7469) or visit in person Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are also available online at www. chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. Métis jigging Artist/dancer Lisa Shepherd hosts ongoing Tuesday (March 29) night Métis Jigging from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Kekinow Common Room, 45555 Knight Rd. (behind the old Walmart). All are welcome. Grab your Métis sash and come on out. For more information, visit www. chilliwackmetisassociation. ca or call Les Mitchell at 604823-4533. Film series is back

The Chilliwack Arts Council and The Toronto Film Festival Circuit co-present the 2011 Chilliwack Arts Council International Film Series with two more films: March 30 Biutiful (Spain/Mexico, drama, Spanish/subtitled); April 6 Barney’s Version (Canada/Italy, comedy/drama, English). All movies start at 7 p.m. This season the venue has changed to the Cottonwood 4 Cinemas. Ticket prices are $5 per screening.

UFV grads on display On now at the Chilliwack

Art Gallery at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre is “Look No Hands” the graduation show from University of the Fraser Valley visual arts diploma students. This exhibit showcases emerging artists in a variety of media and styles. Expressive, thoughtful and far-ranging, the students make every effort to engage the viewer. The exhibit is free and open to the public and runs until March 31. The gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and is open during some theatre shows and special events.

International throat singer Matthew Kocel, presents a Healing Sound Concert at the Chilliwack Arts Centre on April 1. Kocel’s vocal sound is a unique blend of Tibetan/Tuvan throat singing and Euro-American overtone chant. His guttural and purring vocal harmonics are combined with an array of unusual instruments: the harmonium, a set of Tibetan and crystal signing bowls, tuning forks, a conch shell and tingsha cymbals. In this sound concert, Matthew creates multiple harmonies and healing frequencies that allow you to enter in to a realm, beyond space and time. Performance is April 1 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Chilliwack Arts Centre, 45899 Henderson Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 advance/$25 at the door. Students with ID $10. Tickets at Amethyst Books & Essence, 8989 Young Rd., 604-792-3730 or online at www.amethystbookstore. com or www.OmShaman. com. Chair seating. If you like to sit on the floor, please bring your own cushion or yoga mat. Fabulous Fiction Finds

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he Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus is honoured to present one of Mozart’s greatest works, Requiem this Saturday. The CSO’s 65-voice chorus will be joined by two other Vancouver-based chamber choirs directed by Natalia Manolov: the West End Chamber Choir and the Varna Chamber Choir. The evening will begin with the gorgeous sounds of the Chilliwack a cappella singers singing three Graduals, written by Anton Bruckner, followed by Franz Biebl’s Ave Maria. “There is no sound as beautiful as the sound of a cappella voices,” said resident conductor, Paula DeWitt-Krause. “These pieces leave you emotional. They touch your soul profoundly. They will move you, as will the Requiem.” Widely considered Mozart’s most enigmatic work, the Requiem Mass in D minor—left unfinished at the composer’s death and eventually completed by Franz Xaver Süssmayr—has been surrounded in myth and mystery since Mozart accepted an anonymous commission to compose it in 1791. The soloists for Chilliwack Symphony & Chorus performance are soprano Tracey Satterfield, mezzo soprano Caroline Harder, tenor John Arsenault and bass Angus

lot, available at every FVRL branch to submit your book title. You will have a chance to win one of two Sony 4GB MP3 players. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your love of reading.

The Matinee The Chilliwack Arts Council presents The Matinee on April 2 as part of the 20102011 Chilliwack Concert Series. Formed in 2007, The Matinee has quickly gained radio play and a reputation for packed-house shows. The band consists of Matthew

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Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra timpanist Paul Blessin. Bell. The concert will be conducted by principal conductor Maestro Clyde Mitchell and DeWittKrause. The West End Chamber Choir was founded in January 2009 by Natalia Manolov. Its repertoire includes songs from Bach and Mozart to the best contemporary composers. Manolov is also the founder of the Varna Chamber Choir—a dynamic ensemble that

Rose on guitar and pedal steel, Matthew Layzell on harmonica, Geoff Petrie on guitar and percussion, Mike Young on bass, Dave Young on keys and mandolin and Peter Lemon on drums. Their music features crooner vocals from all six band members. Raise a glass, and raise a curtain, it’s showtime for The Matinée. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. The 2010 - 2011 Chilliwack Concert Series will take place at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre located at 9201 Corbould St. Tickets are $25 plus

performs music in several languages and has a diverse repertoire that spans from the Renaissance to the 21st Century and includes Bulgarian folk songs. ◗ Tickets for Requiem are available at Chilliwack Long and McQuade or Kings Music Abbotsford. For more information, please call 604-858-0216. Ticket prices: $15 general, $20 orchestra and $25 dress circle. Please note this program will be presented without an intermission.

applicable taxes and facility handling fees per show, available from the Chilliwack Cultural Centre box office: 604-391-7469, www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca.

Lowen at the Duke

Local singer-songwriter Matt Lowen performs his original music with guitar and harmonica at the Duke of Dublin (9254 Nowell St.) April 2 and May 21 from 8 to 11 p.m. Visit www.mattlowenmusic.com for more information. See WHAT’S ON, page 32

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Bergeron in concert Two-time winner of the BCCMA Country Gospel Performer of the Year, songwriter/recording artist Debbie Bergeron plays April 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Hope Station House for an afternoon of country gospel music and songs of inspiration along with guitarist Jeff Bowman. The Hope Station House is located at 111 Old Hope Princeton Way in Hope. Tickets are $20.

Christian sing-along Attend a sing-along program of traditional Christian music on April 3 at 6 p.m. at First Avenue Christian

What’s On Assembly, 46510 First Ave. Lively singing will be accompanied by the Songs of Praise Orchestra with special presentations by the Cascade Christian Middle School. For more information, call 604-792-0794. Admission is free.

Birthday party karaoke On the first Tuesday of every month (April 5) at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 4, 9350 Mary St., there will be finger food and birthday

The Drowsy Chaperone The Chilliwack Players Guild is pleased to present the most celebrated musical of the 2006 Broadway season, The Drowsy Chaperone. The show, billed as “a musical within a comedy” and set in the decadent world of the 1920s, shows off Canadian talent with music and lyrics by Tony Award winners Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison and book by Tony Award winners Bob Martin and Don McKellar. The Drowsy Chaperone runs April 6 to 9 and April 13 to 16 at 8 p.m. with a matinee on April 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 general

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Sharlene Carter

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our courageous mother, wife, grammy and sister Shar at the young age of 60. Her loving family were with her when she peacefully left us on March 20th in Victoria BC. She will be sadly missed by all of those lucky enough to have known her. Shar was predeceased by her father Alfred Carter, stepfather Myron Morden and mother Mary Morden. She was born in Chilliwack, BC on May 30, 1950. Shar had the wisdom to retire at 58 and was able to fill two years with two of her favorite hobbies, traveling with Stewart and mucking in her garden at home. She fought her battle with incredible courage and though it was not her choice to leave us at this young age she went with dignity and grace. Shar was the oldest child in a family of six and took on the role of responsibility through her childhood. Through her illness she did not falter in this role and in her final months she spent countless hours putting ‘her house’ in order. She cared most about those she was leaving behind and she made sure everything was in order. This includes the following words she wrote to include in her obituary: “I was blessed to be a part of a large and loving family and want to say a huge thank you to my sisters, Vickie, Sandra, Marilyn & Cindy and brother Michael for believing in me and supporting Stewart, my kids and I until the end. To my kids, Clayton (Kristen), Amanda (Dave), Robbin (Luis), no parent could have asked for more, they along with my grandchildren Tristan, Alexis, Zachary, Liam, Julianna, Grant, Hanna and Matthew made my years with them full of love and laughter. To Stewart – my loving husband & soulmate – there aren’t enough words to describe how much you meant to me. To my extended family and friends thank you for your caring and support through the many years we have known each other. Life may be short, make every minute count. In lieu of flowers – buy a plant, plant it and watch it grow.” We wish to extend a heartfelt thanks to the wonderful nurses and doctors of Victoria Hospice. In lieu of flowers we add to Shar’s own wishes that donations be made to the Victoria Hospice Foundation or The Weekend to End Cancer www.endcancer.ca – Team Name: Shar’s Shooting Stars. Service to be held Saturday, March 26th at 2:00pm at First Memorial Funeral Home. 375 Brae Road, Duncan, BC.

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Frank William Denis Collisson (Denny) July 3, 1941 – March 2, 2011

Frank contracted polio when he was ﬁve and battled for four years to survive. He had to learn to walk again and catch up on skills he lost. He spent the rest of his life absorbing knowledge. His favourite pastimes were the news, jigsaw puzzles, NY Times Sunday Crosswords (the rest were too easy), c/w music with Budweiser and cooking. He loved to cook his concoctions even though sometimes he was the only one to eat them. He was a member of the Operating Engineers since 1964 and looked forward to the day he would receive his gold watch. Frank’s contributions in the Union were many; the Peace River Dam, four-lane extension of Highway 1, Coquihalla Highway and even left his mark in Chilliwack, building the original Townsend Park. Frank is lovingly survived by his sister (Betty), wife (Shirley), daughters Lenore (Ed), Wendy (Kimbel), Trudy (Barry), Tracey, his son Howard, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and relatives. He is predeceased by his idol John Wayne (The Duke). Lunch to be held in his honour: Sunday, April 3rd at 2pm • Seniors Recreational Centre 9400 College Street

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SALE OF UKRAINIAN ETHNIC FOOD Perogies - Cabbage Rolls Borscht Every Saturday 10am - 1pm. St. Demetrius Ukrainian Orthodox Church @ Victor & Cleveland. 604-792-2520 or 796-9502

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WITNESS WANTED. 2 vehicle car accident outside the Chwk Cultural Cnt on Sat Mar 19 around 10pm. Insurance company trying to recover all damage and injury cost from YOUNG BOY . Please call 604-798-1482 with any information.

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LOST MARCH 7, 2011 a lady’s box style cream coloured hat with pink rosebud decoration. Either in or around Zellers or on Victoria Ave downtown. Ph 604-792-4953

Check out the current employment opportunities at the University of the Fraser Valley. Applications are being accepted for the following position:

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Stó:lô Nation

Requires the services of a Full-Time & Casual/On-Call qualiﬁed

FACILITY SUPPORT WORKER for the Stó:lo¯ Nation Finance Administration Department located in Chilliwack.

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For complete details visit our website at: www.stolonation.bc.ca click on Jobs link on the Homepage Mail resume and cover letter to: #7-7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC, V2R 4G5 Email: jobs@stolonation.bc.ca Or Fax: 604-824-5342 Attn: Stó:lo¯ Nation HR Personnel

for the Stó:lô Nation Education Department located in Chilliwack.

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- Adobe CS4 or higher - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (MAC) - Microsoft programs - Word, Excel, PowerPoint (MAC and PC) - Photo correction skills Our team consists of graphic designers that are ﬂexible with their hours of work and willing to add hours in a crunch. You will join people who share a common goal of doing the best work they can.

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JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC (Heavy Duty) (Full Time) As a Journeyman Mechanic you will provide efficient operation and reliable performance of mechanical functions within the Public Works Fleet Maintenance Section. In this position, you will diagnose, repair and maintain a wide variety of municipal vehicles, small and heavy equipment including the repair and maintenance of motors, transmissions, brake and steering systems, hydraulic systems together with the diagnosis and repair of electronic and electrical systems. You will have successfully completed a registered apprenticeship program in Heavy Duty Mechanics and will be certified to work in British Columbia.You will have in-depth knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools and equipment used in the automotive/ heavy duty mechanic trade and the practices, procedures, methods and principles used in vehicle/equipment maintenance. You are able to establish and maintain effective work schedules and preventive maintenance programs, and recognize and rectify actual and potential safety hazards. This position requires a valid driver’s license with air brake endorsement. The hourly rate for this unionized position is $26.34 to $30.99 (2010 rates) plus an excellent benefit package is offered. Resumes should be submitted by Friday,April 1st 2011, quoting Competition Number 2011-11 to:

The City of Chilliwack is seeking to ﬁll the position of

Deputy Director of Corporate Services CITY OF CHILLIWACK 8550 Young Road Chilliwack, BC V2P 8A4 FAX: 604-793-1814 E-mail: jobs@chilliwack.com www.fvlgjobs.com

Retirement Concepts

RNs needed IMMEDIATELY Waverly Seniors Village Chilliwack

Retirement Concepts is a family owned private company based in Vancouver BC that provides seniors housing and care services ranging from Retirement Living, Assisted Living to Skilled Nursing Care throughout the Province. Waverly Seniors Village, located in Chilliwack, has immediate REGULAR FULL TIME and PART TIME RN positions; Days/ Evenings (FT) and Nights (PT). Casual RNs or RPNs are also welcome to apply. • Current registration with the CRNBC, a degree in nursing and progressive nursing experience and education, in which leadership and administrative skills have been demonstrated • OR a suitable combination of education and experience. Please submit your resume IMMEDIATELY, in the strictest confidence, via our website at www.retirementconcepts.com/ careers or fax the resume to (604) 702-5611. While we appreciate all applications, please note only those short listed will be contacted. Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer.

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General Employment

EXP. LANDSCAPER req’d. f/t or p/t with vehicle and experience with irrigation. Fax resume to 604-855-7082, call 604-309-7160

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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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ROAD SMART TRAINING INSTITUTE LTD. 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

LOGGING COMPANY looking for Owner Operator Logging Truck Contractors. Short/long log for Mackenzie area. Fax 250-714-0525 Phone 250-714-1191 ext 225, ben@bcland.com include references and capabilities. NOW HIRING GAS STATION Attendant, with basic knowledge of computers and customer service. Fax resume: 604-793-6933 or drop off @ 45929 Hocking Ave.

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General Employment

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 WEST COAST Chandlery Shop and Retail Marine Sales requires an experienced Manager. Please send resume with experience and references in complete confidence to: chandlery99@yahoo.com

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SERVERS / COOK Senior home looking for caring, individual to join our team. Exp with seniors an asset. Foodsafe req’d. Fax 604-860-4701 or email info@optima-living.com

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Sales

ATTN: Local people to work from home on-line. $1500 - $4500 p/t or f/t. Training. Call 604-576-2485 SALES REP for local Mfg. Shop with Equipment, Machinery and Steel Fabricator background. Fax resume to 604-852-5614.

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CARPENTER WITH national certification and 8 yrs of exp avail to build or repair, stairs, doors, siding, sun decks, crown mould, etc, yard clean & power washing. Call Alex 604-796-8881

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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Must have trade certificate diploma with 3 years experience $27/hr. Fulltime with paid vacation. Email: ghventures@telus.net G & H Ventures Ltd. 9744 Linwood Street, Chilliwack, BC V2P 5L5 ROOFER FOREMAN INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL Top Rates & Benefits Call:604-433-1813

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6836 Wiltshire Street Garage Sale Saturday, Mar 26 8am - 2pm Boating access, TV, patio tbls & chairs, gazebo, coffee tbls, assort household items.

4628 Teskey Rd Moving Sale Sat Mar 26 8 am to 4 pm

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Chilliwack

9088 Broadway St

Estate Sale

Saturday March 26 and Sunday March 27 All Day Chilliwack

9350 Mary Street

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4

BAKE SALE

by the Ladies Auxiliary Sat. Mar 26 Starts at 2:30 pm Everyone Welcome

Chilliwack

P.E.O. Spring RUMMAGE SALE Sat. April 2 11am-1:30pm Cooke’s Presbyterian Hall 45825 Wellington Ave GREAT BARGAINS: Clothing, household, toys, books & miscellaneous

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GIANT MULTI-FAMILY DOWNSIZING SALE

Sat. March 26th 8:00am - ? 6910 Lickman Rd Housegoods, furniture, appl, bldg supplies, antiques, etc.. Sardis

Moving Sale

46763 Braeside Ave (Promontory) Saturday, Mar 26th Sunday, Mar 27th 8am - 3pm Sardis

44689 Lancaster Drive

Spring Clean - Out Saturday, Mar 26th 8am - 4pm Household furnishing, sports equipment, children’s toys, VHS tapes, etc. Sardis

45762 Timothy Ave Garage Sale Saturday Mar 26 7 am - 12 (noon)

Exercise bike, Coleman electric cooler, garden hoses, artist easel, lg $1 only table, carpet sweeper

Garage Sale

Mother Teresa’s Place

8909 Mary Street (directly behind St. Mary’s Church) 604-795-7110

Super Saturday Sale Sat, March 26

Books

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9:30am to 2:30pm

Audio/Video/ Computers

HP LAPTOP works great, internet ready $99 604-845-9000 USED LAPTOPS & COMPUTERS Repairs & set up also avail. 604-796-3500 or 604-793-2604

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For Sale Miscellaneous

60' HIGH UPRIGHT freezer almost new approx 17 cu ft $350, newer small wheel boat trailer in perfect condition $300, portable shop or dandy storage trailer, steel frame, complete roof, needs siding approx 10’x7’, high ceiling $350, old travel trailer 7x10 for restoration and 7x10 flat deck needs decking choice $100, very heavy gauge used galvanized roofing rests damage from falling limbs very rare $1. 20 lineal ft, good 25 HP mercury outboard $1000, smaller one $600, lots of small steel gates, ornate gate, bits of wrought iron on metal window security grills $10 - $20 each (a few fancier and more expensive). Ph 604-793-7714 ANGLE GRINDER $25 Compressor $50 604-858-9725 COMPUTER; HP Intel 2.6 Ghz. Fresh install XP pro w/COA, incl mouse, keyboard & 17” monitor $119. 604-796-3500 or 793-2604 FAMILY PROJECT Luxury class Silverline 20’ Day cruiser older boat all Fibreglass with solid teak trim and very few hours on motor (boat stored for almost 20 years) 350 cu in with merc leg, needs upholstery repair and general clean up, replacement cost at least $40,000 never in salt water, $4,000 obo tandem trailer avail sep $3000 or $2000 with boat will consider well priced trade especially extended cab import 4x4 pick up truck, owner may finance. Call 604-793-7714

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FREE CATALOGUE 1-800-353-7864 HALFORD’S butcher equipment and supplies, leather, beads, craft kits, animal control equipment + trapping supplies. Order from our new web store and get free shipping until August 31, 2011. www.halfordsmailorder.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.ca

And Carnival Glass Telephone 604-795-7110

LAWNMOWER $50 Pressure washer $75 Mitre saw $25 604-858-9725

TWO STAR Choice receivers, remote control including dish, all hook up $100 604-795-2299

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★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

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Dogs

ROTTWEILER PUPPIES Claws/ tails done. 1st shots incl. $650. Ready Mar22nd. 604-649-3787

TREADMILL HORIZON CT7.0, quiet 2.5 CHP motor, 2yrs old, used approx. 50 hrs, excellent cond $500 obo 604-819-4733

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★ Collector Will Purchase ★ Firearms & Swords. Call toll free 1-866-536-9263

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $399+. 604-590-3727, 604-514-3474 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

See web for more! www.canamauctions.com • 6780 Glover Rd., Langley, BC • Phone: 604-534-0901

Cancer June 21-July 22: Start nothing new before April 23, Cancer. A past career, business or prestige situation, role or relationship (with parent, boss, VIP or authority) might return – and is probably – almost certainly – lucky. A “reluctant situation” or an obstacle to this area of endeavour, will climax early week. The benefit is that after the climax (which might be very subtle) you should be more free to operate ambitiously. (You might be freed from a mortgage, territorial restriction, or domestic holdback.) Mysteries and intimate desires “surface” early week. Wisdom, gentle love Wednesday-Friday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: A former (or ongoing) legal, international, travel, cultural, love, intellectual or publishing matter might heat up in a lucky way. (Yes, an old flame might appear.) An obstacle to these might be very strong Monday, but weaken after this. A new project in any area (especially these areas) will tend to fail, if begun before April 23. Even in ongoing things, delays, misunderstandings, indecisions and mistakes can occur, so proceed thoughtfully, alertly. Tackle chores Sunday. Exciting meetings MondayWednesday. Intimacy, secrecy, desire, research pull you Wednesday to Friday. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: An old flame might return now or soon – and change your life. This could kick off an eight-year affair – or a lifetime love. Or not. The weeks ahead could merely brighten and deepen your love for one you’re with, and/or bring exhilarating joy around kids, or a great creative urge or speculative splurge. Barriers to all these peak Monday (mostly, this barrier has been your own caution, your monetary fears/plans) then slowly dissolve over the next two years. Despite everything herein, do not wed, relocate nor sign contracts now to August 2012. Until April 23, start nothing new.

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BEAGLE PUPS, family raised. Vet checked, shots incl. Ready March 30. $650.00 604-944-7799

SPANIEL SMALL male 4 year old, $100. Ph 604-824-7274

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Horses

CLEAN HOG FUEL $250+ / truckload, delivered. 13 units. Call 604-307-4607 BLUE NOSE Pit Bulls. 9½ weeks. Steel blue coats w/white patches. M/F. $700/each. 778-877-5210

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Business Services

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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

Could you use $30k or even $300k? If you own a home, we can help. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. Independent lenders since 1969.

Auctions

Industrial, Construction, Forklifts, Farm & Turf Equip., Fleet Trucks & Trailers, Lumber, Boats, Cars & Trucks, FEATURING: • 2670 BAYLINER EXPLORER HARD TOP CRUISER BOAT 120 VOLVO Starting @ Lot 1000 (After Cars @ 11am) • 2003 FLEETWOOD 39’ EXCURSION MOTORHOME W/2-SLIDES • 2006 TERRY TRAILER W/4-SLIDES

Metaphysical

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

Sports Equipment

TOTAL GYM in good condition $50 604-819-4733

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PB ENGLISH Springer Spaniel puppies. 13 weeks old...black and white, liver and white. to 'good' family homes only!!! $750.00 604-505-1620

SHIH TZU BIJON pups, 1st shots, dewormed, ready, family raised, non shed, $575 firm. 588-5195

WEATHER WOOD cabinet, 60h x 16d x 43w $750. also other furn made from weathered and recycled wood.. 604-796-0302

Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Wow, suddenly everything’s going your way! BUT a few glitches: 1) delays occur now (technically Wednesday) to April 23; 2) higher-ups are judgemental, and have the power to alter your deepest circumstances; 3) one of these higher-ups, or someone on your level but slow, careful, conservative, opposes you (but subtly, pretends to retreat). Best course: 1) stick to the past for success; 2) be good; and 3) seek common ground with that “opposer,” rather than fight. All this aside, your energy and charisma are high and handsome, luck touches you, and friends gather, especially Monday-Wednesday! Taurus April 20-May 20: Don’t look for co-operation Sunday/Monday or Saturday; act alone, especially in areas of communication, law, ethics, culture and travel. All week, lie low, recharge your emotional and physical batteries. Though it might not show in a big way, Monday brings the climax of a long work or health trend. From here on, you’ll be more free to pursue your favoured direction in these. Wednesday through April 22 brings back past involvements with spiritual, charity, government, corporate or institutional situations: clear up neglected work. Start nothing new. Happiness, late week! Gemini May 21-June 20: Wishes come true over the weeks ahead – old, former wishes, or their fulfillment has something to do with the past. A former friend or old flame might return. Don’t start new projects, ventures or relationships now through April 22. Reprise the past. You might be forced, nudged or tempted to review or recount the past – for whatever reason, this can benefit you, but might also bring a competition or adversary. A stalemate in love/ friendship areas climaxes (though quietly) Monday. Monday to Wednesday brings intellectual pursuits, love. Be ambitious Wednesday. “Mixed” joy Saturday.

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

Furniture

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Cats

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Dogs

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GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, 3 Fem, 2 males. CKC Reg. shots & vet check. $1000. 604-512-3310 www.veinottehorsefarm.ca PUG PUPS fawn m/f, & parents $400 ea. Ph 604-792-6277

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Start nothing new before April 23. A former partner or spouse might return, play a key role – one that bodes luck or opportunity for you. Do NOT start a new project, situation or relationship, but do reprise the past or work with the ongoing. Your luck is high in partnership, relationship, relocation, litigation, negotiation, public dealings, fame, and co-operation – IF these relate to the past or are not brand new. Don’t drag your feet any longer: Monday is decision time, and your best decision is to drop the opposition. Romance early week. Tackle chores Wednesday-Friday. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Work, work, work – and tasks are growing weekly. The good news: 1) this expansion of chores ends in early June, and 2) it is likely to bring a very satisfying uptick in earnings – try to make it permanent. Be alert and careful, as mistakes, delays, supply disruptions, missed meetings and indecision haunt the weeks ahead, to April 23. Until then, DO NOT start any new projects, nor let anyone assign you to a new task. And absolutely do not buy any machine, computer, appliance, etc. Oddly enough, work delays (due to administrative caution) now end. Romance or beauty, Wednesday on! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: The month ahead is one of the most important – and luckiest – in a decade, maybe many decades. You might experience a big, obvious event, or a less marked but signiﬁcant “turn” that heads you in a new, exciting direction, in creative, speculative, risk-taking, romantic, pleasure or beauty zones. Two secondary elements play an important role: 1) communications or travel, and 2) your personality. Relationships will be sober, or deal with a realistic environment. Through March 28, obstacles exist; be patient, then leap! Avoid brand new projects/people: reprise the past.

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Mar. 27 - April 2 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: A security-versusambition dilemma peaks (though subtly and without fanfare) Monday, then slowly dissolves. Here’s my timing advice: now through early June, increase your security. (As mightily as you can: buy a home, warehouse, expand sales territory, have a child – pretty good work for 2 months! – invest in retirement, etc.) Then, June 4 onward to October 2012, turn 180 degrees and concentrate on ambition, career, the outside world. In chasing security for the next 27 days, focus on situations, projects and opportunities from the past. Start nothing new. Fortune awaits! Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Follow your curiosity this week and the next few – what you ﬁnd can make a dream come true.Don’t peer into the future (unavailable at the moment) or even the present (too confusing) but into the past. There the gems, ideas, revelations exist. Short trips, errands, mail, casual friends, siblings, media, paperwork and communications are accented – and will contain some delays, mistakes and secondguessing to April 23. Until then, don’t start anything new, especially in these areas. E.g., a mail campaign begun now would be an expensive failure. You shine Monday to Wednesday! Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Chase money – but chase it from the past, or continue with ongoing money projects. DON’T begin new earnings, spending projects. (Lemons abound, and you would head right for one.) If you follow this simple advice, your reward could be large, even immense. One more hint: even if it’s from the past, don’t rent, lease or buy real estate (okay, rent if you’re homeless, of course) and go slow with anything domestic: kitchen utensils, etc. Do NOT begin renovation projects. All this applies before April 23, but to some degree right to August 30, 2012. You rule, midweek to Friday! timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

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Apartments & Condos

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Apt/Condos

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Personals

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Escort Services

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

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CHWK, 1 & 2 BR, 1st Ave bright corner unit, 5 appls, insuite w/d, off St prkg, $625 & $750, avail Apr 1. Ref’s req’d. 604-819-5646 NEWLY RENO’S large bright 2 br condo. Central Chwk, nr schools/ College. $700 Jeff 604-220-7893

Co-ops

NORTH BURNABY:

Pine Ridge Housing Co-op has opened its wait list for 2 BR & 3 BR Townhouses, $913 & $1072 with a $2,800 and $3,300 share purchase. Located in quiet forest setting on Burnaby Mnt. Close to SFU, schools, transit & shopping. Enjoy the feel of country living within minutes of the city. Sorry, no subsidies available. Community involvement expected. Download our appl form @ www.pineridgeco-op.bc.ca or send SASE to: #89, 8763 Ash Grove Cres., Burnaby, BC, V5A 4B8 Attn: Membership Ctee.

Duplexes - Rent

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RENT OR LEASE. Chilliwack 10 acres prime flat farmland, plenty of water. Phone 604-823-4538

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

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Financial Services

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Legal/Public Notices

THE WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT

In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and MY Mini Storage.

Michael Jean

Take notice that the furnishings and personal effects located at:

44335 Yale Rd. West Chilliwack, B.C. will, if not claimed by

April 7th, 2011,

be disposed of accordingly. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to The Manager.

MY Mini Storage

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CHILLIWACK 2 BR rancher, King & Young 4 appl, big yard. ALSO Wellington 2 br rancher, w/arage, 5 appl. n/s n/p. 778-322-0473 COMMERCIAL SPACE from 1650sf to 3250sf, fenced prkg. 1 & 2 Br suites, 3 br house. Chwk. for info contact 1-604-837-8167 *RENT TO OWN*

Abbotsford- 3262 Clearbrook Rd. HOUSE with 5 bedrooms, 2 baths. Mortgage helper. Only $1,598/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 or (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com

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HOUSE w/1 bdrm suite, very central location, close to skytrain..$1,188/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

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Shared Accommodation

6595-17

Chilliwack

1 BDRM + DEN in shrd home, E. Chilliwack, $550 incl utils, internet, for 1 person, 604-791-1941

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Suites/Partial Houses

1 BD new suite Promontory own entry & park, w/d, laminate flr, $750 incl utils/cable/internet, n/s, n/p., 604-847-3610 or 778-823-5317 1 BDRM + den, FFI, lge yd, patio, garden? , small dog ok, sep ent, n/s $700 incl util & cable 604-795-3598 1 BR Bsmt in Sardis,very bright, n/s, n/p $650 incls utils & cable, ldry avail now: Ph 604-824-0717 1 BR. ground flr suite. Sardis. 1 mature person only, ns np, $650 incl utils, 1st April 604-858-4356. 1 BR Sardis, priv entry, gas fp. share wd, nr amens, Util incl. np, ns, $650.. $325 dd Refs req’d. avail apr 1 604-819-6554 2 BDRM 800 sq ft mainfloor suite in duplex Sardis incl util & heated floors close to groc store & elem school no smokers 604-791-1354

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Suites/Partial Houses

CHWK Downtown, 2 BR upper lev, in 4 plex, coin W/D. $775 incls heat. NS/NP. 604-746-7552

FAIRFIELD, Chwk. 2 BR, grd/lvl ste, private W/D. $850. N/S, Pet neg. Avail now. 604-309-2793

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Townhouses Rent

3 BR, 2 bath Chwk, 1 blk from hosp. wd, dw gas fp, garage, ns, np, $1200, 604-614-6449

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Warehouse/ Commercial

COMMERCIAL SPACE from 1650sf to 3250sf, fenced prkg. 1 & 2 Br suites, 3 br house. Chwk. for info contact 1-604-837-8167

3rd floor units, hot water included, coin laundry Agassiz $500 SUTTON GROUP

604-793-2200

3 BDRM 2 bth, fenced yd, hardwood flrs, d/w, w/d, n/p, n/s, $1000 + util. Avail immed. 604-858-3380

Store Front office spaces for lease 575 sf. $ 1200 sqft busy complex. (Cwk) M.Y. Mini Storage 604-703-1111

Classiﬁeds

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Houses - Rent

2 BR small older, Nr Mall in Vedder $850, 1/2mo d/d req’d, small dog nego, avail immed. 604-703-8967

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3 BR, 2 ba, reno’s, bsmt, f/s, w/d, lrg yard. Rural Sardis, NS NP, refs $1150. NOW. 604-824-8864

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4 BDRM, 2 bth, 2 patio, lge bk yd, ns, small pet neg, Tyson area $1450/m + util. Refs req’d ½mth DD. 604-703-5296 lve mess

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2 BR, spacious, upper level, Garden Dr. 4 appls, cat ok, ns, avail Apr 1, $855, 604-847-0545

FOR LEASE - Delta, BC. Large Equestrian Facility - 40 plus stalls, indoor ring - outdoor track & paddocks. Incls operators living quarters. Bruce Lawrie - Home LIfe Titus Realty 604-575-5262

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CHILLIWACK, Watson/Bedder, 1 BR $650, d/w, micro, no pets, N/S, avail Now, 778-242-1917

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Apt/Condos

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1 bdrm condo 4 appl,close to FVU,elect heat – 595 1 bdrm 2 level Twnhse, 650 sq. ft. F/S. – $550 1 bdrm apt Close to town, 4 appl. – $625 2 bdrm condo 6 appl, @Vibe – $850 2 bdrm hse 1100 sqft, Sardis Park, 4 appl. – $950 2 bdrm apt f/s,April 15 – $750 2 bdrm hse 4 appl, garage – $950 3 bdrm rancher 5 appl, laminate,1475 sq.ft. – $1250 4 bdrm hse 1 car gar, 2 bath, 3 appl. fmly rm – $1350

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Please take notice that that in accordance with the Warehouseman’s Lien Act the vehicles listed below will be sold for debts owed to A.J. Towing Inc. *1969 Ford Mustang Vin#9R01F116703 For debts owing by Michael Ryan in the amount $2810.53 *1992 Nissan Maxima Vin#JN1EJ0K5NT030082 For debts owing by Garry Commodore in the amount $4326.47 *1997 Ford Escort Vin#1FALP13PXVW327507 For debts owing by Alice Follett in the amount $4506.94 *1999 Ford Windstar Vin#2FMZA514XXBA11594 For debts owing by Sheldon Engel in the amount $2831.25 *1992 Mazda 929 Vin#JM1HD4613N0112474 For debts owing by Chris & Jacqueline Loeppky in the amount of $3341.15 Sale date: April 9, 2011 at 10AM 8945 Nowell St Chilliwack BC. AJ TOWING INC. 604-795-3374

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BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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Mobile Homes

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New Westminster

BY OWNER Queensboro 7 BR hse, low bsmt, lrg lot 66 x 120, all renos, nr schools. $499,000. 604-515-7875 or 778-829-7675

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Mobile Homes

#1 - 7850 King George Blvd, Sry. 55+ year old seniors’ park. Dbl wide 2 BR + den. 1 pet ok! $79,500. Lorraine Cauley, Royal Lepage North Star, 604-889-4874 DELUXE RENTAL pad available for new SRI home in Chilliwack. Glenbrook.ca 604-830-1960

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Recreation Property

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06 PONTIAC Pursuit 4 cyl, 5 spd, 87,000km, warranty $5,900. MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Road , Chilliwack

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$4795

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02 PONTIAC Sunfire Auto, 4 cyl, warranty $ 3,800. MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Rd

• 1998 Isuzu Rodeo

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WEEKLY SPECIALS Mar 26 - Apr 1, 2011 Hub/Spindle Assys....... $1295 Fwd Axles (447-1) ....... $1695 Front Diff Assys ........... $9995 Rear Diff Assys ............ $4995 Composite Headlights... $2495 All Bucket Seats .......... $1995 All Bench Seats ........... $2495 Any Steel Wheel .............$795 Batteries .................... $2495 Hours: 8:30am-5pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca

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• 1999 Ford Taurus

$2495

#AP5013 reliable trans was $3995

$2995

#AP3157 great gas mileage was $5495

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• 2003 Monte Carlo

8055

Cleaning

DIAMOND BRITE CLEANING Homes at hourly rate, 30 yrs exp. Ask for Louise 604-792-1962

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Computer Services

COMPUTER SERVICES Call Ted 604-997-0554 or 604-491-3354 lawn@shaw.ca

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Contracting

• Land Clearing • Small logging jobs • Building site prep • Road building • Landscaping L200 Hitachi Backhoe on tracks w/hydraulic thumb, 5 ft rake & 3 buckets. Cat 966 Loader w/4 yd bucket & quick attach log grapple. Dump Truck. Compare our rates Ron’s Contracting: 604-858-8648 Ryder Lake Local

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Drywall

DISCOUNT DRYWALL boarding, taping new & old. Textured ceilings redo old or new. 604-799-5952

8080

Electrical

J.H. ELECTRIC lic # 7474. New installations, repairs, service. No job too small. Jim 604-798-5742 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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Landscape Design & Installation

HANDYMAN Honest and Reliable $25/hr Call 604-819-6886

$795

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˜ Waterfalls & Ponds ˜ Weekly Cutting ˜ Full Gardening Services ˜ Fertilizer Programs ˜ Aerations

Ph: 778-858-4547 COL-RIC CONTRACTING • Excavating • Dumptrucking • Landscaping • Fencing

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HONDA • 2001 Honda Accord #AP3158 gas sipper was $4995

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

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• 1998 Saturn

Lawn & Garden

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$4495

ALERO • 1999 Olds Alero #AP6311 144kms Auto., 4 cyl #AP4068 4 dr., 5 spd.

$2495 $1195

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CARAVAN

• Bark Mulch • Mushroom Manure

• 2000 Dodge Caravan

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• 1999 Chev Venture Van

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Paving/Seal Coating

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

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Plumbing

#AP5030 low kms., 7 pass was $3995

#AP2074 affordable, 7 pass was $2995

• 2003 Kia Sedona EX #AP5022 7 pass, luxury was $5385

• 1992 Chev 2500 4x4

#AP1256 77k miles was $5995

$3795 $2495 $4795

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Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

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Vans

10% Off with this Ad! For all your plumbing, heating & reno needs. Lic Gas Fitter, Aman. 778-895-2005

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Roofing

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03 HYUNDAI Santa Fe, Loaded, warranty $ 8,900. MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Rd

04 DODGE Caravan Anniversary Edition, warranty $6, 900 MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Road , Chilliwack

Have it recycled properly Pick A Part is environmentally approved and meets all BC government standards for automotive recycling

1990 CHEVY LUMINA van 1 owner 130,000 org km’s. $1600 obo. 604-796-8360 or 316-0760

We will pay up to $

30000

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93 FORD Ranger 4 cyl, 5 spd, canopy, warranty $ 2,995 MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Road, Chilliwack

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#JY00059 Freedom! was $5975

Parker’s (turn north on Atchelitz off Yale Road West)

Steve 778-828-0055 Dale 604-799-0310 DL#10257

RV’s/Trailers

2004 25FT Trail Blazer 5th Wheel, slide, exc cond, $17,800. 604-533-5624 or 604-868-1723

Pick A Part Used Auto Parts 43645 Industrial Way Chilliwack BC V2R 4L2 97 FORD Explorer AWD, Loaded, warranty $ 2,650. MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Rd

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Sports & Imports

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01 FORD Windstar LX Loaded, 7 pass, 106,000kms, warranty, $ 3, 900. MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Rd

STEVE TOWING SERVICES Scrap Car Removal. We Pay $$ for all cars. Call 778-316-7960

02 ACURA RL 3.5, fully loaded, 84000km, warranty $12,900 MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Road, Chilliwack

2005 28’ Trail Cruiser rear bunks add a room. GVWR 5417 total dry wt 3743 $11,500. 604-858-2556

2007 SILVERBACK by Forest River, 30ft 5th Wheel, 2 slides, spotless, $25,900. 604-230-2728

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00 GMC Jimmy S15 4x4, loaded, warranty $ 4900 MCE MOTORS 604-701-6008 45895 Airport Rd

$4995

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Handyperson

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#AP7832 mech special was $1995

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• 1989 Nissan 240SX

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• 2000 VW Jetta VR-6

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Collectibles & Classics

1983 FORD Mustang Covertible, 6 cyl, 83k mi, Aircared, runs great, new tires, $1500. 604-941-6030

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

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A40 FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2011 CHILLIWACK TIMES

INTRODUCING THE or

2011 JEEP COMPASS

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“Improvements continue inside, where high-quality soft-touch materials abound, and a stout new corporate steering wheel shared by other Jeeps gives the Compass a substantial feel. In addition to standard cruise control on all models, the interior features standard side-curtain airbags as well as back-lit switches for the door locks, windows and power mirror controls.” Road and Track

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