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he RCMP search that netted 40 pounds of clipped marijuana and 400 pot plants from an Unsworth Road home last Wednesday wasn’t the first time Mounties had visited the rural house.

The Times has learned that the discovery of the grow operation was the second time police had found marijuana growing at the home.

On April 7, 2004, 13 people were arrested after police found 833 pot plants at the home, which sits at the northern end of Unsworth Road.

That incident EB IRST took place before First reported on Chilliwack’s noxchilliwacktimes.com ious trade bylaw came into effect so the city wasn’t involved.

Following the most recent incident, a no-occupancy notice was placed on the residence and its power was shut off. The city is determining what, if any, further action to take, but fines are likely, according to a city spokesperson.

The owner of the property lives in Abbotsford. He has owned the home since 2001. He was neither arrested nor charged in connection to either grow-op.

The most recent bust turned up what Mounties are calling “a large marijuana grow operation,” including the clipped pot, which was estimated to be worth $80,000

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Donovan Niiranen’s pre-operation X-ray on the left shows the severe curvature of his spine and how it had pulled his heart out of position. In the post-operation X-ray on the right his spine is straight and the metal rods can be seen.

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hilliwack mom Amy Niiranen fought hard for months to get her son Donovan the scoliosis surgery he needed.

On May 1, Donovan finally had his severely crooked spinal cord fused together and metal rods inserted on either side.

He went from six-foot-one before the surgery to six-foot-five after. With 60 staples in his back, weeks of rest and months of physiotherapy, he is now on the road to

Thanks to Shriners, Donovan Niiranen finally gets the surgery he needed to fix a crooked spine recovery.

But that doesn’t mean Amy won her fight with British Columbia’s medical system, provincial politicians and B.C. Children’s Hospital.

Donovan’s surgery—a posterior spinal fusion with instrumentation—was performed in Portland, Ore. at the Shriners Hospital for Children.

“The Shriners paid for everything including our accommodations and our meals and all of our transportation,” Amy told the Times. “I just can’t say enough about how nice the treated us.

They were really, really amazing.”

For every good thing Amy has to

hilliwack could finally have its 150 slot machines and a community gaming centre by the end of 2012.

The $10 million deal to purchase the operations and property of the Chilliwack Bingo Association (CBA) by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation was announced by the company during a first quarter conference call with investors Thursday.

The deal was made in March and on May 14, the 49 charities that make up the CBA voted to accept the offer from GCGC to purchase the operation, which includes approval for the development of a community gaming centre.

The $10 million price tag includes the property on Olds Drive the CBA bought in 2008 for $6.5 million. This is where GCGC intends to develop the community gaming centre.

GCGC president Rob Baker told investors the company would likely spend between $13 and $15 million to build the gaming centre which could be completed 12 to 18 months from when the deal is expected to be finally done in June.

Baker spoke of the company’s positive outlook for the Chilliwack gaming centre and suggested a desire to expand in the future.

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olice believe the same person is responsible for a rash of theft-from-vehicles in Promontory that took place overnight last Thursday.

Mounties say that around 20 cars showed signs of being entered, although only 10 such break-ins have been reported to police.

Items left in the vehicles, like clothing and garage door openers, were

taken but no damage was reported because most of the vehicles were left unlocked.

“Police are asking for people to lock their vehicles and to avoid leaving valuables in plain view even if your car is locked”, said RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Tammy Hollingsworth. “Put items in your truck out of sight to deter thieves. Don’t leave personal identification documents, vehicle ownership title, cash or credit cards in your vehicle.”

Because they can be used by thieves, those with stolen garage door openers should reprogram remaining openers.

Two arrested after shotgun incident Two men have been arrested after a man walked into a Yarrow convenience store and declared that he was going to shoot someone.

Police say a man who appeared to be drunk walked into the Esso gas station just before 8 a.m. and told employees “people were after him and that he was going to shoot someone.”

The clerk noticed what appeared to be a shotgun sitting on the top of the man’s 1990 Honda Accord.

The man also showed the employees shotgun shells in his pocket.

Employees called the RCMP and general duty officers arrived on the scene along with an Emergency Response Team, a police helicopter and Fraser Valley Traffic Services officers who shut down Yarrow Central Road.

Police arrested two people—a 39-year-old man and his father and seized a gun and the Accord.

One of the men is known to police.

Mounties “are currently invest i g a t i n g t h re a t s a n d we a p o n s offences,” according to RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Tammy Hollingsworth.

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A firefighter douses hotspots in the ground floor of a Sardis home that caught fire Friday afternoon.

GROW-OP, from page 1 to $90,000, 400 pot plants with a total approximate value of $150,000, and a loaded handgun.

Mounties were called to the house after a report of shots fired and suspicious activity.

When Mounties arrived at the house, they were stopped by a heavily fortified gate and set up a perimeter around the home. As a dozen Mounties arrived on the scene and began

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irefighters quickly doused a blaze in a Sardis home Friday afternoon.

More than a dozen firefighters responded to reports of a fire in the ground floor of one side of a Redwood Avenue duplex. The fire spread to the home’s second floor, but was quickly contained.

While the west unit of the duplex sustained “considerable fire and smoke damage,” the other unit escaped with only light smoke damage.

No one was injured in the fire and the cause is believed to be accidental.

No evidence that shots were fired to set up positions around the home, seven men were seen fleeing from the back of the home. They were arrested after a brief foot pursuit and the help of a police dog.

Mounties say a crime-scene investigation turned up no evidence that a gun was discharged. Of the seven men arrested, two are known to police.

Four of the men arrested—neither of those who were known to police— were Mexican citizens and immigration authorities are now involved. The three Canadian citizens are expected to be released Thursday afternoon, while the Mexican nationals will be released to immigration authorities.

“The residence itself contained

reinforced doors, steel bars in the windows, and very hazardous wiring throughout,” said RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Tammy Hollingsworth in a press release. The basement floor was covered by about two inches of water, which covered wiring and outlets.

Charges are pending against those arrested.

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have to wait another year for the surgery. Miyanji told the Niiranens say about the Shriners, she has just that he was only given one day a disappointment to speak of after week in the operating room, someher experience with the provincial thing that led to the delays. health care system.

The waiting list meant the Chilli“I just feel the B.C. system let us wack secondary student had to put down,” she said. “It’s just so different his life on hold. He couldn’t work than the way we were treated there because of the pain and he had to to here. Here we were just a numdelay applying to Thompson Rivers ber—39 on a list of 165 kids. Down University where he plans on studythere we were people.” ing computer science.

Donovan’s story began when he He has had delays finishing up was 14. Up until that age he was a courses at school and is worried normal kid who loved to skateboard, he won’t be able to be at CSS comsnowboard and ride his mountain mencement in June. bike. But he started getting headBut all the delays did not deter aches, which led to a CT scan and Amy—who is a nurse at Chilliwack eventually a pediatrician who diagGeneral Hospital—in her effort to nosed him with scoliosis. make the surgery happen. She wrote Scioliosis is a condition in which to B.C. Children’s Hospital president the spine is curved Larry Gold, MLA from side to side.

John Les, thenThe standard for health minister system let us down . . . measuring curvaKevin Falcon and ture of the spine Deborah McPherHere we were just a is the Cobb angle. son and Linda Pipe number—39 on a list of at the B.C. Nurse’s An angle greater than 45 degrees Union.

165 kids. Down there means the only In November, we were people.” option is surgery.

Children’s Hospital When Donovan’s Amy Niiranen vice-president of back was first meamedical affairs Dr. sured it was at 52 Niranjan Kissoon degrees. By the time he finally had said Donovan’s situation is “less the surgery, the angle was up to 65 than ideal,” but the hospital tries to degrees. prioritize surgeries the best it can.

“We knew he needed surgery from “We are currently in the process of the time we found out [he had scotrying to recruit an additional ortholiosis],” Amy said. pedic surgeon,” he said, adding wait Every six months Amy said they times for back surgery are common visited with the surgeon in Vancouacross the country. ver who told them it was getting At that time, Glenda Luymes at worse. He was put on the waiting list the Province wrote a story about for the needed back surgery in 2009 Donovan’s situation. The day that and after a year, they finally thought story came out, a local Shriner came the day would come. In November to Amy’s work to find her and suggest 2010, he had an appointment with they apply for surgery at a Shriners the surgeon, Dr. Firoz Miyanji at B.C. hospital. Within a week, the applicaChildren’s Hospital, hoping a surtion was in, the surgery was approved gery date would be set.

by January and Donovan was given a Instead, he was told he would surgery date of May 2.

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Amy Niiranen is happy son Donovan finally had crucial back surgery but wishes it could have been done in B.C.

The eight-hour surgery went well and on May 4 he stood up for the first time, a full four inches taller than he was three days prior.

Now he has about a year of recovery, but just 10 days after his surgery he was able to get in and out of his mother’s car and walk into theTimes’ office.

“Considering what they were doing with my spine I can get around fine,” he said, adding, “It’s good to get this over with.”

Eventually he has been told he will be able to do almost everything he did before the scoliosis sidelined him from being a teenager.

One irony was that after Amy’s constant phone calls and letters—most of which she said were not returned— and 10 days before they left for Portland for the first appointment, the Niiranens got a call from Children’s Hospital setting up an operation date.

“They did, apparently, make some changes,” she said. “When they called

I said we are going to go with the place that treated us with the respect and the dignity we deserved in the first place. He should have had this surgery two years ago when they first found out about it.”

In January, she did get a meeting with someone in Health Minister Colin Hansen’s office and the CEO of Children’s Hospital. She was told an operational review had been conducted and some improvements at the hospital had been made. The hospital is also actively recruiting another spinal surgeon.

The issue with pediatric back surgery wait times made it into a recent edition of the Canadian Medical Association Journal. The May 2 article included a study that found extended wait times for scoliosis surgery leads to greater progression of curvature, longer surgeries, longer stays in hospital and additional surgical procedures.

Out of 88 pediatric patients who waited longer than six months for surgery, 14.8 per cent needed additional surgery because the curvature had progressed. Out of 128 who waited less than six months, just two (or 1.6 per cent) needed additional surgery.

“An empirically derived access target of three months for surgery to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis could potentially eliminate the need for additional surgery by reducing progression of curvature,” the article’s authors wrote.

As for Donovan and what he thinks of his mother’s persistence with the B.C. health care system?

“I’m pretty luck to have her,” he said.

Amy said she is still very disappointed in how they were treated, but she can’t say enough about the Shriners.

“We had such a positive experience,” she said. “If you’ve got charitable dollars to give, give it to the Shriners because they sure deserve it.”

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convicted sex offender who was the subject of a police warning earlier this month is back in jail after Mounties say she twice breached her conditions.

Audrey Elizabeth Jean Black, 35, began living in Chilliwack after being released from prison having served a four-year jail sentence for sexual assault of children and publishing child pornography. Her husband, Donald Black, remains in prison, serving eight years for his role in the same crimes.

Police say they received calls from the public that Black had violated some of her conditions of release.

Mounties would not say what Black did to breach her conditions.

She appeared in court Monday for breaching her conditions and remains in custody.

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ernard elementary students got a glimpse of the fantastical side of technology Friday during a visit from a Vancouverbased art group that creates large-scale kinetic, robotic and mechanized sculptures to investigate the human relationship to energy use. eatART (which stands for energy awareness through art) brought three of their “audacious and improbable” creations to the school, including a 3.5-tonne solar-powered tricycle named Daisy and a 750-kilogram, zero-emissions rideable walking machine called the Mondo Spider.

“What I really like about it is that it’s a mixture of engineering and art,” said Bernard viceprincipal Dave Wellingham who set up the daylong eatART visit.

Daisy, the Mondo spider and a handful of GBikes (which generate electricity when pedaled) were set up in the schools parking lot and explored by students throughout the day, eliciting reactions that ranged from astonishment to fright.

“I’ve never seen a spider that big before,” exclaimed Joline Scheller, as she approached the Mondo spider. Children screamed—with a

combination of fright and excitement—as the spider kicked into gear.

“It was exciting!” said Grade 1 student Riley Walker. “I like that black engine,” referring to the spider’s gas tank, which has been rendered obsolete by a battery.

Bernard elementary is the first school eatART has visited, but the art group has been involved in a number of kid-focused events, including the annual Night Quest at Pacific Spirit Park near UBC and the inaugural USA Science and Engineering Festival in Washington DC last summer.

“Kids eat it up; they love it,” said Jonathan Tippett, co-founder of eatART and co-creator of the Mondo Spider. “They usually ask more engaging questions than the adults.”

The goal of exposing kids to eatART sculptures is twofold: to show kids that there is a lot of cool stuff they can do with technology beyond pragmatic applications and to raise awareness about energy technology and its limitations.

“The GBikes are a great way to help kids understand just how much energy a light bulb consumes,” said Tippett. ◗ For more information about eatART, visit www.eatart.org.

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ocal development consultant and former City of Chilliwack director o f d e v e l o p m e n t G ra n t Sa n b o r n was handed a conditional discharge in Chilliwack court Thursday after being convicted of using a forged document.

The case relates to a home site severance application to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) that Sanborn never made for a client.

Despite not having sent the application to the City of Chilliwack or the ALC, in October 2006 Sanborn sent a letter to his clients, the Goertzens, on ALC letterhead that suggested the commission were processing their application.

“This letter from commission was false,” Dickey read from his decision in court Thursday. “As of Feb. 20, 2007, neither the city of Chilliwack nor the ALC had received an application from the Goertzens.”

In Sanborn’s defence, his lawyer, Alexander

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Set for 150 slots that it can be even more than 150 slots.”

In addition to the $10 million, the charities behind the CBA will received “future trailing payments” over 20 years “dependent on the level of future slot win generated by a future community gaming centre.”

The final acquisition is still subject to the completion of a definitive purchase agreement and the regulatory approvals.

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Willms, said in March that sending such letters is something that professionals sometimes do “to placate clients,” and that usually an incident such as this would be dealt with through a professional association rather than the “blunt tool” of the courts.

In h i s d e c i s i o n T h u r s d a y, Ju s t i c e Roy Dickey called being very busy “an explanation, not a defence,” and rejected the suggestion this was usual practice.

“I take issue with the defence claim this is something done by professionals,” Dickey said. “To suggest this is a practice of professionals is not supported by the evidence.”

He said the action was “ill-advised, inappropr iate and showing poor judgment.”

Dur ing sentencing submissions in March, Cooke said he was seeking a fine or suspended sentence or combination thereof.

On Thursday, Dickey said the case law submitted by the Crown to show that a discharge was inappropriate for deterrence referred to cases where the gravity of the crime and the benefit received by the forgeries were greater.

“His only benefit was to retain his clients,” Dickey said.

He added that the tarnishing of Sanborn’s professional and personal reputation because of media and public attention was enough of a deterrence.

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he celebrations at Conservative headquarters have died down as a newly elected majority government sets about getting back to work.

But Canadians are soon going to have cause for a different sort of celebration. The single most dramatic, and long overdue overhaul of criminal justice is just around the corner.

The government has pledged that within 100 days of taking office they will bundle all their unpassed crime legislation into one bill for speedy passage. Regardless of one’s political stripe—this is wonderful news.

The Conservatives have been less than successful at passing an ambitious anti-crime agenda due to their previous minority status.

Opposition parties routinely stonewalled and watered down the government’s legislation. And when it was too politically risky to oppose the more popular measures, it was left to the Liberal dominated Senate to run interference.

But now with solid majorities in both the Commons and Senate, the government should have no problem turning their legislation into law.

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Crime Matters ally assault children. Equipping law enforcement with the necessary resources to be effective crime fighters in the high-tech communications era. More anti-terrorism tools for the police and courts.

Ending the practice of automatically granting pardons. And the list goes on.

Opposition parties, academics, lawyers, and the usual soft-oncrime crowd continue to howl that crime is in decline so there’s no need to crack down.

I had to snicker at this talking point on a recent trip to New York.

I met with numerous law enforcement managers who played a part in cleaning up the Big Apple during the ’90s. There was a time when New York was a hell hole from one end to the other and crime was out of control.

An ambitious plan by the mayor and chief of police had a dramatic impact. Crime fell to a fraction of what it was. Citizens once again felt safe in their city. There has never been as successful a reduction in crime as New Yorkers experienced.

But as I found out, the city and police aren’t satisfied yet. Even though New York is the safest big city in North America officials are still trying to drive crime down. If crime inches up even a fraction in a particular part of the city, the precinct commander has some explaining to do. In short, superiors want to know, “what happened and what are you doing about it.”

That is such a far cry from where our heads have been at in this country. The notion that because crime isn’t as bad as it was we shouldn’t worry about it, is both dangerous and irresponsible. Sure it’s gone down in the last 20 years.

But violent crime is still 300 per cent higher than it was in 1962.

And it’s generally those who reside in the lowest income neighborhoods who are most likely to feel the full impact of drugs, gangs and violent crime.

Perhaps the lawyers, academics and surviving handful of Liberal MPs could brave their way into these crime-ridden neighbourhoods and tell the residents why it’s a bad idea to crack down on crime. ◗ John Martin is a criminologist at the University of the Fraser Valley.

John.Martin@ufv.ca. This commentary is the author’s personal opinion and is not the opinion or policy of his employer.

remier Christy Clark completed her political comeback last Wednesday, winning a byelection in Gordon Campbell’s former riding of Vancouver-Point Grey.

Byelections, despite their low voter turnouts, often serve as a temperature check on the political climate. It is typically seen as an opportunity for voters to signal their satisfaction or lack thereof with those currently in power. Clark acknowledged Wednesday that the governing party hasn’t won a byelection in 30 years—making this week’s victory an exception to the rule.

But it was no landslide win, in keeping with byelection results that speak louder than just the ballots cast.

The premier defeated NDP challenger David Eby by a shade under 600 votes. In fact, Eby led for most of the evening, with Clark inching ahead and gaining momentum as the last ballot boxes were counted.

Both sides of the provincial political world expected the race to be close, and Clark admitted that the close result shows the B.C. Liberals can neither take their support for granted nor count on the NDP vote to be split.

Political science professor Norman Ruff said defeat was “unthinkable” for the Liberals, whose strategy for party rebuilding would have been severely derailed had she lost.

The NDP’s candidate is a well-known civil liberties and poverty activist. Eby was elated with the result, telling party faithful the Liberals are in trouble if a first-timer could almost unseat the premier.

Now, Clark could be back on the floor of the legislature and amid the hurly-burly of question period as early as May 24, according to Elections B.C. She begins the hard work of meeting high expectations in a condensed period of time.

The premier would do well to stave off any post-byelection amnesia in the next two weeks.

May you live in interesting times, one Chinese proverb notes. Wednesday’s byelection offered not only lessons for both provincial parties, but also signalled more interesting political times to come.

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Rules are just rules, not a reflection of who you are Editor: In response to Tuesday’s Times article, “Teens felt unfairly targeted.”

Being a homosexual as well as an employee at the Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre for four years, I can identify with both sides of the story.

I definitely agree there is a lot of prejudice towards people like us because we live in a hetero-normative society. While I agree that we shouldn’t hide who we are, we also have to accept that others will disagree and some will generally feel uncomfortable with the presence of PDAs (public displays of affection) of any kind, gay or straight.

Our code is somewhat vague since everyone has a different definition of what is acceptable behaviour. The lifeguards may have differing opinions about LGBTQ people and patrons in particular, which, in addition to shortness of staff, makes conduct consistency harder to achieve. However, that they enforced the change room rule on this couple isn’t a reflection on their sexual orientation: couples without children are not permitted in the family changeroom, period. As an employee I have on several occasions had to stand outside the stall and tell couples to leave, not because I was prejudiced towards them, but because it’s always been the protocol.

Where the gay couple goes from there (the women’s change room?) is a separate issue which won’t be resolved until the development of gender-neutral bathrooms, and with that I can empathize. Until then, people from any minority should be careful not to take things to a personal level because, at least in this case, rules are just rules and not a reflection on you as an individual.

Teresa Lacerte Chilliwack

Don’t impose your convictions on us Editor: To the dear sweet church ladies waving pictures of dead fetuses around. Who do you think you are?

What makes you think you have the right to impose your religion on everyone else and try to paint innocent women who made a legal decision as “murderers?”

Do you think a woman makes the decision to abort lightly? Do you think it’s just like ordering a pizza or having their hair done to them? Do you think they don’t feel guilty enough? Shame on you.

Instead of facing the complex

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issues surrounding reproductive rights, you decide to take the low road and go for the knee-jerk emotional reactions, with emotionally loaded terms like “murder.”

Admit it, you care more about unborn fetuses than actual living women. I can’t imagine how it must feel for a woman, having already made such a hard decision, to have to face a gauntlet of self-righteous sign wavers calling them baby killers and showing them graphic bloody pictures of dead children to drive the point home.

I’ve noticed a lot of letters in the paper from your camp with a smarmy “the ends justify the means” attitude, and it doesn’t wash. You don’t care about women or babies. You just care about satisfying your religious convictions and imposing them upon everyone else.

If you really cared about babies, you’d focus on making conditions better for young single mothers and try to give them options besides abortion or crippling poverty. But of course, they’re nothing but sinners who had premarital sex, and having an unwanted baby is God’s divine punishment, right?

Cale Esau Chilliwack

Texting fool needs to put phone down Editor: In response to a letter from Joanne Nokleby re: Close call could have been avoided, Chilliwack Times, May 12.

I would like to say thank goodness you made it to your destination.

The white SUV you referred to and the fellow driving it just happens to live at the end of my street.

I am witness to this person texting every time he leaves his place and on each return. I’m not sure how he can drive with his head constantly facing down.

Recently, a good friend of ours was on his motorcycle and waiting to cross the Vedder Bridge at the

three-way stop. Anyone that has gone that way even once knows that you have to stop. He was about fifth in line to cross when he was slammed from behind and ‘punted’ down the road for about 30 feet. It is a miracle that he managed to ride the bike to a stop without falling.

Things could have been so much worse. There was a huge dent left in the front of the truck. The young driver that hit him had his head down and didn’t see him.

How many lives will have to be lost before all of you “super drivers” out there realize that no matter if you are texting or changing the radio or reaching for something, cars/trucks are meant to be driven and to do that you have to pay attention to the road. If your conversation is that important, stop the car.

I think I will sit at the side of the road and take down licence plate numbers of all those who feel the laws do not apply to them. Amazingly, the RCMP do have the ability to check phone records to see if you were using it at the time you should have been paying attention. Hopefully none of your loved ones gets hit by someone who needed to say “LOL” to a buddy.

And why is it the fastest cars on the roads always seem to have the notorious “N” stuck on the back... maybe it means nitro?

S. Stenvold Chilliwack

Providing housing would save millions Editor: In response to Chris Stayko, 15year Correctional Service Canada employee, May 10, 2011 Times newspaper letter about housing versus prisons.

I left Corrections Canada after 17 years in prisons in Ontario.

Mr. Stayko writes in the Times saying I was in gross naivety to think there are no drugs in prison and then goes on to describe how drugs are smuggled into prison utilizing the suitcase. I must advise

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Mr. Stayko: if drugs are in your prison, that means, someone in your prison is not doing their job.

Mr. Stayko further writes, “Mr. Hodge feels that permanent shelter is not provided for the addict after release. It sure is—they are called halfway houses, treatment centres, all of which classification officers can recommend as mandatory placement.”

Is Mr. Stayko kidding, it is gross naivety on Mr. Stayko’s part to say a halfway house or a treatment centre is permanent housing.

My objective is to prevent reoffender crime, with affordable permanent housing for the rehabilitated prisoners released from prison, halfway houses and treatment centres.

For the years 2009/2010, the prison population in Canada was 251,796 prisoners: Corrections Service Canada has 17 halfway houses for all of Canada. Thousands of rehabilitated prisoners are being released back into the community with no halfway house option and no housing: Billions of professional counselling dollars are being wasted, because there is no after-release affordable permanent housing for the rehabilitated prisoner.

Mr. Stayko writes it costs the Canadian Taxpayer $110,223 a year to keep a prisoner in prison: To do the math, it is costing the Canadian Taxpayer $27,756,228,468 a year to guard 251,796 prisoners. For those who cannot read the number, it is costing the Canadian taxpayer twenty-seven billion, seven hundred and fifty six million, two hundred and twenty-eight thousand, four hundred and sixty-eight dollars a year to guard 251,796 prisoners. With permanent housing, for the rehabilitated prisoner, the annual costs would be approximately $15,000 a year: an annual saving of $95,223 per prisoner.

Mr. Stayko, I never once implied that if a drug-addicted criminal breaks into my home and steals some of my prized possessions, or maybe physically assaults me or sexually assaults a female family member, I would not stand up in court and ask the judge to give them jail time. But one has to ask themselves, what would cause a person to become a drug-addicted criminal and go to violent extremes to survive? The answer is in great part, they have fallen through the social safety net because they have no permanent housing.

Homeless and working: how long would you last working with no housing to go home to after work, no friends or families couch to sleep on, no car to live in, your bed a sleeping bag on the cold

hard concrete under highway and railway overpasses, living every night being paranoid, afraid of the night roaming gangs doing criminal acts on you and the worry of the police showing up and ordering you to move along? Soon, the alcohol and drug predators show up and offer you free alcohol and drugs, and you say to yourself, ‘I need an escape from this miserable life, just this once you say,’ and the rest is history, and soon you are arrested and you become another crime statistic to be recycled through the prison system.

Had you had housing, you would have been able to avoid the criminal predators, hold down the job, and have a real chance to be a rehabilitation success story for Correctional Service Canada.

With the present day reoffender return rate running at 80 per cent, it clearly shows the prison system in use today by Correction Service Canada is not working.

We cannot release a rehabilitated ex-prisoner onto the street with no housing and expect a success story.

Instead of building new prisons, to house the growth of our prison population, we need to instead provide low income, permanent housing for the rehabilitated prisoner after the prisoner is released from prison and help stop the reoffender cycle with affordable permanent housing.

Michael Hodge Chilliwack

State of reserves baffles reader Editor: This is an open letter to our native community members, not meant to offend or propagate any hate.

I live in Chilliwack and drive past two reserves daily, one by McCammon school, the other when I drive the new Evans Road bypass.

My children ask every time we go through these areas “mom, why is there garbage all over their yard?

Why is there a mattress in their yard? Why does that big house have a great big hole in the window?”

I can’t answer these questions, and so I put it out there, so, tell us why?

L. Cross Chilliwack

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On deck

Whitecaps here in Chilliwack Chilliwack FC hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps women May 27 at Townsend Park. The Whitecaps will face the Colorado Rush. See some of the best women soccer players in North America play a regular season game. Clinics for young ticketholders will be held prior to the game. Tickets cost $10, with all proceeds going to the fight against cancer. For tickets email chilliwackfcinfo@gmail.com or call 604-792-0090.

G.W. Graham golf fundraiser

Rugby tryouts for Valley Titans The Chilliwack Rugby Club is sponsoring the Upper Fraser Valley Titans to compete in the U16 division of the BC Rugby Union Provincial Regional Championships.

Trials are open to Fraser Valley athletes born in 1995 and 1996. Practices start now and competition will run through the summer.

Contact titans@chilliwackrugby.com for more info.

Registration for for the fall youth rugby season is also underway, with the club hoping to run teams in the U19, U17 and U15 divisions.

Practice will start in the summer and games following Labour Day. Contact youth@chilliwackrugby.com.

Making the pitch for better fields Mother Nature no soccer mom

BY TYLER OLSEN tolsen@chilliwacktimes.com

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occer players are a hardy bunch that pride themselves on their willingness—heck, their glee—at playing in the rain.

There’s a simple thrill that comes from a rain-assisted slide tackle or a goal scored in the midst of a downpour.

But while the players can take the wet weather, the fields on which they compete have proven less hardy this year.

Rainy day after rainy day have caused the City of Chilliwack to close fields for 11 game days already this year.

“It’s outrageous,” said Chilliwack FC chair Andrea Laycock. “It’s definitely the wettest spring we’ve had.”

And the soggy conditions isn’t only making things difficult for parents.

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Fairfield Island are being told to watch from the gravel paths instead of the water-logged sidelines.

“It’s not an ideal situation if you’re a parent, but it’s better than not getting the games in,” said Laycock.

Baseball players have also been feeling the weight of the weather.

Bob Fitzsimmons, with Chilliwack Minor Baseball, said teams have had games rained out both here and in other Lower Mainland cities. And even before that, Mother Nature was making getting up to speed for the 2011 season a logistical challenge.

“Even before the games were rained out, there were lots of field closures so that we couldn’t practice,” said Fitzsimmons. “Teams just scrambled to find indoor facilities to do their work, or they just take their pain and wait for the weather.”

Gord Pederson, the city’s director of parks, recreation and culture, said the situation is “very unusual for this time of year.”

The fields are a month to a monthand-a-half behind schedule, which has caused trouble for spring sports, which already operate on a com-

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pressed schedule.

“The grass isn’t growing the way it should be,” said Pederson. That means that repairing fields in need of TLC is difficult, if not impossible, because reseeding efforts have stalled. And the ground is so soggy that other maintenance needs that require machinery—like aeration— would do more harm than good.

“What would be perfect for us is if we get four or five days of great drying time,” he said.

While Laycock lays “99 per cent” of the blame of the field closures at the hands of Mother Nature, she also says that the rainy spring shows that the City of Chilliwack needs to update the way it manages and maintains its fields.

Last weekend, Exhibition Stadium was scheduled to host a pair of Pacific Coast Soccer League games. But the grass had not been cut and the field was barely playable. Because they had already travelled to Chilliwack, the visiting men’s squad from Penticton “played under duress,” according to Laycock.

A women’s game was scheduled

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to follow the men, but the visiting squad from Richmond refused to take the pitch. Fortunately, the artificial turf pitch at Townsend Park had been vacated and the game was moved there.

“It’s embarassing when you have teams coming in from out of town and you can’t play,” said Laycock.

“We’re not asking for carpet, but we’re asking to be able to roll the ball.”

Pederson hadn’t yet been briefed on why the grass had not been cut, but he said last week’s wet weather could have played a role.

Whatever the case, Laycock and Pederson both agree that turf fields will solve much of the angst revolving around field closures.

A second pitch is scheduled to be installed at Chilliwack secondary school in 2013, and a third turf field is planned for 2017.

But Laycock said that this year’s troubles shows the need for more turf sooner.

“We need to have better facilities,” said Laycock, adding that a third field in 2017 is “way too late.”

“We need turf now.”

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Correction

In Thursday’s paper we incorrectly identified Rochelle Esterhuizen as Alyssia Mitchell in the soccer photo on page A17. We apologize for the error.

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Chilliwack FC fell 2-0 to the Penticton Pinnacles during Pacific Coast Soccer League reserve league action at Exhibition Field Saturday.

The CFC women, meanwhile, lost 32 to TSS Academy.

Aileen Atkins had two goals in the losing cause.

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Mike Bothel works on son Zak’s kart during action at the Greg Moore Raceway Saturday. Zak, 12, competes in the Junior Rotax division.

Stroking their way to gold

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partan Swim Club athletes were again in the thick of things at last weekend’s Richmond West Coast Open swim meet, which featured 530 swimmers from around the province.

Jessie Gibson (13- and 14-year-old girls category) led the way, winning gold in both the 200-metre butterfly and 200-metre backstroke, claiming silver in the 200-metre freestyle, grabbing bronze in the 50-metre freestyle. She also finished fifth in the 50metre butterfly and sixth in the 400-metre freestyle. Teammate Emily Henderson pushed her way to silver in the 50-metre butterfly, fourth in the 100-metre freestyle and seventh in the 100-metre freestyle, while Robyn Courtemanche finished eighth in the 50-metre breaststroke.

Colton Peterson (13- and 14-year-old boys) matched Gibson’s medal haul. Peterson won gold in both the 100-metre and 200-metre breaststroke, silver in the 50-metre breaststroke and bronze in the 50-metre butterfly.

Peterson also finished sixth in the 50-metre freestyle and eighth in the 200-metre butterfly. Teammate Carson Olafson splashed to second place in the 100-metre butterfly, fourth in the 200-metre butterfly, fifth in the

100-metre freestyle and seventh in both of the 200- and 400-metre freestyle events. And Grayson Bukkos finished seventh in all of the 50-, 100- and 200-metre butterfly races, and the 50- and 100-metre freestyle. He also finished eighth in the 200-metre freestyle.

In the 11- and 12-year-old girls division, Nadia Marie finished eighth in both the 50-metre breastroke and backstroke races.

Kyungjin Park, meanwhile, finished seventh in the 11- and 12-year-old boys’ 100-metre butterfly.

Among the 15-and-over girls, Kelsy Langille swam to sixth place in the 200-metre butterfly and eighth place in the 50-metre backstroke. Nicole Mulligan claimed seventh in both the 200-metre butterfly and 100-metre breaststroke.

In the 15-and-over boys category, Jordan Torok claimed silver in both the 200-metre backstroke and the 200-metre butterfly, and bronzes in both the 50- and 100-metre butterfly events. He also finished fourth in the 100-metre breaststroke and fifth in the 200metre breaststroke. Teammate Justin Awrey finished with seventh-place finishes in the 50- and 100-metre breaststroke races, and an eighth in the 200-metre breaststroke.

FINAL Fall Registration Chilliwack FC will begin registration for the Fall 2011-12 season. Registration on now and will close on May 31st. Registrations received after May 31st will be placed on a waiting list and will be subject to a $50 late fee.

Registration can be done online at: www.chilliwackfc.com or in person at our office.

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to take on the Colorado Rush in W-League action. Kick-off is 7pm. The theme for this game will be Chilliwack FC and The Vancouver Whitecaps Women FC Help Cancer, with all proceeds from the game going to both the Canadian Cancer Society and the BC Cancer Foundation. To commemorate this event the Whitecaps Women FC will be wearing a special jersey which will be auctioned off at the end of the game.

All tickets for this game will be $10 with $1 going back to cancer research.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! To purchase your ticket please contact Chilliwack FC by email at chilliwackfcinfo@gmail.com or by calling 604-792-0090. Tickets may also be purchased by contacting Hugh Hamilton at hhamilton@whitecapsfc.com

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They may have been the only Canadians at the Sharp International Cheer Championships, but that only seemed to spur on the PAC Allstar members as they came away winners.

Pacific Allstar senior cheer squad captures State title

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ast weekend, Pacific Allstar Cheerleading was the sole Canadian club representative at the Sharp International Cheer Championships in Knott’s Berry Farm, California.

All three teams did amazing with the Mini team placing third, the Youth team finishing second and Senior team taking home first.

With the teams’ outstanding performances, Pacific Allstar walked away with the coveted

Sharp State Championship Title. All girls definitely did Canada and coach Peter Parrotta proud.

This was a great finish for PAC’s third competitive season. The club now looks forward to performing at the Year End Showcase, at G.W. Graham, May 20 at 7 p.m; the public is welcome to attend. Last chance for early discount registration is May 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Third Annual

HORSE WHISPERER GRIEF CAMP Saturday June 11th, 2011 9:00 am - 3:30pm

This program is designed to provide grieving children and teens with the opportunity to work closely with horses and experience the unconditional love and support of their horse partner.

Sandra Wallin of Chiron’s Way will host the Reflective Station – an exploration of horse and human feelings and how to listen with your heart. New this year will be a beginner’s lesson on how to care for the horse and then be able to ride it. There is no cost to attend this day camp.

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Ted Shipley of Scarecrow Ink (left) talks to those who lined up for a $13 Friday the 13th tattoo last week to raise money for Chilliwack Restorative Justice.

Inside, artist Craig Smith (far left) works on Marcy Marcer and Jaclyn Miller (bottom left) shows off some ink while husband Tony gets stencilled by April Dueck.

By the end of the day, 80 tattoos were completed, raising $1,555.

For more photos visit www. chilliwacktimes.com.

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Community Retirees meet

Retired B.C. provincial civil servants meet at Canton Garden Restaurant, at 45595 Yale Rd., on the third Tuesday of each month (May 17) at 11:45. New members are welcome. Each meeting has a speaker on a relevant topic.

Amputees meet

A group of amputees and friends who offer support for persons who have, friends of, or who may be faced with amputations meets the third Wednesday of every month (May 18) with guest speakers and general discussions. All are welcome. Email friendlyamputees@shaw.ca.

Diabetes group meets

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Canadian Diabetes Association holds informal monthly support group meetings on the third Wednesday of each month (May 18) in the Minto Room at Evergreen Hall at 2 p.m. Informative guest speakers, dietary information, and refreshments available. Call 604-794-3652.

Photography club

A new photography club, the Chilliwack Photography

Club, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month (May 18) at the Chilliwack Museum at 45820 Spadina Ave. For more information email jimbritton@telus.net.

Author speaks

Ernie Harder will speak about his book, Mostly Mennonite, about Jake and Mary (Penner) Harder, who lived in Yarrow for 50 years, on May 18 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the

Chilliwack Library. Ernie will talk about his story, which features poverty, famine and immigration, and humour, hope and faith. Registration isn’t required but seating is limited to 50 people.

Seniors bus trips

The Chilliwack & District Senior Resources Society has a full slate of upcoming bus trips including: a visit to Seattle’s Pike Place Market on May 24; a Pitt Lake catamaran wilderness cruise on May 28; and a “Sins of the City” walking tour of Vancouver’s edgier side on May 31. Open to members of the Chilliwack Senior Resources Society.

Register early to reserve your place. Call 604-793-9979 for details.

Alzheimer workshops

A series of workshops for Alzheimer caregivers will explain effective ways to care for a person with dementia.

Workshops run Tuesdays until June 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Evergreen Hall, at 9291 Corbould St. Seating is limited so pre-registration is required. To register contact Armit at 602-702-4601 or jarmit@alzheimerbc.org, or visit www.alzheimerbc.org.

Babytime

Babytimes, a 30-minute program introducing babies and their parents to children’s literature, song, rhythm and rhyme, takes place Wednesdays in May at the Yarrow Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Free, but register by calling 604-823-4664.

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The 13th annual Buds ’n Bloom Plant and Garden Show is May 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Agricultural Pavilion at the Agassiz Fairgrounds. Admission is free. For more information call the Harrison Festival Society at 604-796-3664.

The Chilliwack Spinners and Weavers Guild meets every Thursday for an informal gathering between 10 a.m. and noon. The guild also meets the first Thursday of every month (June 2) at 1:30

p.m. for its day meeting and the third Thursday of every month (May 19) at 6:30 p.m. for its general meeting. Visitors welcome. All meetings are held in the fibre arts room at the new Chilliwack Cultural Centre. For more information contact Betty Sheppard at 604-794-7805.

Successful aging

Fraser Health’s Home Health offers a two-hour “Successful Aging” informational session May 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Chilliwack Home Health Office multi-purpose room at 45470 Menholm Rd. The session will teach seniors, and their families and care providers, how to maintain their health and educate them about the resources that are available to help people live at home. Free but space is limited to 50 people.

For details, contact Shawn Michaud at 604-702-4807.

Cybersafe

The District Parent Advisory Committee hosts a special workshop on Internet safety for parents on May 19 at 7 p.m. at Sardis secondary. The workshop is hosted by technology expert Steve Dotto.

For details call Kristen Brandreth at 604-316-0062.

Yarrow Book Club

The Yarrow Library Book Club meets the third Thursday of the month (May 19) from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. for lively discussions of selected titles.

New members are always welcome. Registration not required but for details, call the library at 823-4664.

Special Métis meeting

The Chilliwack Métis Association is having a special general meeting on May

19 at 7 p.m. in the Kekinow Common Room (behind Chilliwack Mall), at 45555 Knight Rd., to plan its family gathering at Morris Valley for the weekend of June 18 to 20. Those able to help that weekend are urged to attend the meeting. For details call Jim Middleton at 604-8583106 or visit www.chilliwackmetisassociation.ca.

Motor club meets

The Fraser Valley British Motor Club, a group or British car enthusiasts dedicated to the preservation of autos and motorbikes from England, meets in Chilliwack at the Threshermen’s club house on the third Friday of each month (May 20) at 8 p.m.

New members are always welcome and can contact the club at fvbmc@live.ca.

Children consultation

The 18th annual Consultation on Chilliwack’s Children and Youth takes place May 20 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sardis senior secondary school.

Keynote speaker Dr. Kimberly Schonert Reichl will speak about the psychological and social world of children nine to 12. Breakfast and lunch is provided. Register online at http://chilliwackabc.eventbrite.com or call 604-702-2311.

Gas Engine Show

The Atchelitz Threshermens Association hosts its annual Victoria Day Gas Engine Show on May 21 and 22 at Chilliwack Heritage Park. Featuring vintage engines large and small, along with a minithreshing display. Admission by donation. For details visit www.atchelitz.com or call 604-858-2119.

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O.A.P.O. opens invitation The Sardis O.A.P.O. #173, at 5725 Tyson Rd. in Chilliwack, (604-858-4066) invites everyone over the age of 50 to come and check it out.

Games night features bingo, carpet bowling, cribbage, paper tole, rummoli, whist, and a variety of card games.

The club hosts an anniversary dinner on May 21. It also hosts a monthly potluck and flea market. For more details and a calendar call Ann at 604-858-0066.

Agassiz museum celebrates

The Agassiz Harrison Historical Society is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Agassiz-Harrison Museum, at 7011 Pioneer Ave., on May 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. For details, call 604-796-3545 or email agassizharrisonmuseum@shaw. biz.ca.

60-year grad reunion Chilliwack senior secondary’s grad class of 1951 is having a 60-year reunion luncheon June 10 at noon at the high school cafeteria. All former classmates are invited. Cost is $16 in person. For details call Donna at 604-795-5555 or Ellen at 604-858-3458.

Most-sensible loser TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, is a non-profit weight loss support group that meets every Tuesday. For more details call Lynda at 604-856-8014.

Sahaja Yoga

Sahaja Yoga meditation classes run every Saturday at Chilliwack Central Community School from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The entrance is on the west side of the building. The class is a spiritual meditation; the only special clothing needed is a warm pair of socks. Chairs are provided. Free and open to all.

Toastmasters meet There are several Toastmasters clubs in Chilliwack. The Fraser Valley Toastmasters, a brand new club, meets Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at 9369 Mill St. Call Bernie at 604-392-5862 or email constablebernie@yahoo. ca. Snowpeaks Toastmaster meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church, at

Community events 8871 School St. Everyone welcome. The Chilliwack Toastmasters normally meets weekly on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Lions Club on Spadina. For more information call 604-8191888.

Walking group The Chilliwack Pre/Postnatal Walking Group takes weekly outdoor walks (when the weather permits) at different locations throughout the community led by Felicia Thompson of Free Spirit Health & Fitness. The group aims to encourage moms and moms-to-be to keep fit during and after pregnancy while sharing camaraderie and healthy lifestyle tips.

For more information call at 604-819-0043 or visit www. meetup.com/Chilliwack-PrePostnatal-Walking-Group.

Bingo restarts The Chilliwack Seniors Social Society, at 45795 Victoria Ave., has restarted its bingo, which runs every Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. The society also hosts line dancing Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 to 10 a.m., Scottish country dancing Sundays at 7:30 p.m. and weekly adult tap dancing. For more information contact Beryl at 604792-6696.

Animal lovers needed The Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven Society needs volunteers. The society desperately requires help with cat care, particularly for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings. Anyone wanting to volunteer, or adopt a cat, should contact Gayle Brunt at 604794-7233.

Lions Club fundraiser The Chilliwack Lions Club is collecting eyeglasses, used cellphones, hearing aids and pull-tops from cans. Drop at the Lions Club Flea Market at 46293 Yale Rd. The eyeglasses and hearing aids are shipped to needy people abroad. The pull tops and cellphones are sold, with proceeds going to the B.C. Society for Children with Disabilities.

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Just one of those would be the public speaking. While junior speeches must be three to five minutes long, seniors must prepare a speech five to seven minutes long and do a two-minute impromptu, the topic being the judge’s choice. The topic of the member’s speech could be anything at all. It doesn’t have to be dogs just because this is a dog club. Victoria

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4-H Dog Report Hergott, Cheyanne Schwab and Bailey Murphy were the top three seniors for the Chilliwack Dog Club. Hergott and Schwab went on to compete against other local 4-H clubs at the District Senior Speeches. Hergott placed second at Districts and continued on to represent our club at the regional competition.

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Another 4-H activity is demonstrations. 4-H demonstrations involve two members teaming up to teach or show their audience something. Junior and senior demonstrations were both held April 9. There were many interesting demonstrations and everyone learned a lot with each one. The club had everything from making herb gardens and tacos to emergency preparedness kits. Sierra Schwab and Sarah Britz placed first, and Sophie Hetland and Georgia

Streber were second. There were four interesting Senior demonstrations following the juniors. Julia Nord-Leth and Bailey Murphy took first, and Cheyanne Schwab and Victoria Hergott took second.

Hergott and Schwab placed first at districts and were off to regionals on April 29, where they competed against winners from other districts and placed third.

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Adopt dogs from local animal shelters or reputable, trusted breeders. The price of a registered puppy differs depending on the breed. Remember you’ll also need to buy him food and water dishes, a bed, a kennel, a pooper scooper, toys, food and a grooming kit.

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overs of Vedder Mountain literally took tonnes of garbage off the popular recreation area’s trails during the 11th annual Vedder Mountain Trails clean-up and trail maintenance day on May 1.

The Vedder Mountain Trails Association (VMTA)—representing the interests of Fraser Valley Mountain Bikers Association, Back Country Horseman of B.C., Vedder Running Club, Chilliwack Outdoor Club, Cascade Offroad Motorcycle Club and Lower Mainland ATV Club on Vedder Mountain— co-ordinated the efforts of nearly 100 recreationists to revitalize the well-used and well-loved trail network and recreational area.

Every year about this time VMTA hosts the event in response to the overwhelming amount of illegally dumped garbage in this area.

This year’s event yielded about 3,000 kilograms of garbage and recyclables collected with the efforts of some 200 volunteer man hours. Following a free lunch supplied by Jack’s Cycle and the Ministry of Natural Resource Operations (MNRO), some fundraising activities were able to raise nearly $300 for donation to Chilliwack Search and Rescue.

The afternoon was dedicated to rehabilitating a badly eroded mountain bike trail to improve sustainability, safety and to maximize the fun factor.

VMTA continues to strive to improve the recreational experience that people enjoy on Vedder Mountain and the clean up and maintenance day is only part of that.

“Making sure our playground is spotless and well maintained is only part of what we do here,” said VMTA director Mark Steinebach. “We are continually involved in nego-

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May 26–28 and June 2–4 at 7:30 pm Matinees: Sunday, May 29 and June 5 at 2 pm Submitted photo

Vedder Mountain Trails Association director Dr. Mark Steinebach addresses the troops before they head out to “work” the mountain on May 1. tiating trail access and sustainability with other users like logging companies and the government of B.C., ensuring that our trail system is well mapped and appropriately signed and continuing our work to have recreational interests here officially recognized.”

A broad range of support for this annual event came from individuals, local business, and government, which ensured a successful and effective outing. Jack’s Cycle and VMTA provided funding and organizational support along with support of local MNRO recreation officer Mike Peters. First Class Waste Services provided disposal services.

Additional support came from the following: City of Chilliwack (Pitch-In Program), Valley Veterinary Services, Save-On-Foods Sardis, Swagman, Outdoor Gear Canada, Momentum Sports, Cycles Lambert, Norco Products, Kona Bikes, Orange Sport Supply, Chilliwack Search and Rescue, Specialized Bikes and Fox.

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1. Former CIA 4. Fluid in a plant 7. Power of Attorney (abbr.)

10. Small mound or clump 12. Ship’s workers 14. Alternate unit of measure 15. Margarines 17. Swiss river 18. A place ____ itself ACROSS 19. Exterior arch support 1. Former CIA 22.

Repents 4. Fluid in a plant 23.

Luxuriant dark brown fur

24. Chinese dynasty 960 - 1279 25. Fishing lure 26. Atomic #63 27. Canadian province 28. Plays Stokes on “CSI” 30. Sonnet author 32. Roman numeral 15 33. Indicates position 34. Porgy 36. Quantitative fact 24.

39. Chinese Slang fordynasty famous person 960 - 1279house 41. Swiss

7. Power of Attorney (abbr.) 25. Fishing lure DOWN 10. Small mound or clump 26. Atomic #63 1. Word element meaning ear 21. The bill in a 12.Antibacterial Ship’s workers 27.

Canadian province 2. drugs restaurant 14.Melts Alternate unit of 28.

3. or fuses 28.Plays WentStokes beyondon “CSI” measure 30. author 4. Borderland’s dog-like 29.Sonnet Forcibly tear away monster 30.Roman Turkishnumeral title for 15 civil 15.

Margarines 32.

5. Saudi officers 17.

Swissman river 33.

Indicates position 6. South American country 34.

31.Porgy Canadian capital 18.

A place ____ itself 7. A member of a panel 34. Megascopically 19.

Exterior arch Quantitative 8. Beginning pointsupport in time 36. crystaline rock fact 22.

Repents 39. for famous person 9. “____ and Andy” 35.Slang An animal companion 23. house 11. Luxuriant Peludo dark brown fur 41.

37.Swiss Warning signal of 13. Moistens

danger 38. Intense fear transgression 40. The Curtsies 1.

Word element meaning ear 21. bill in a 18.Antibacterial Svelte and refined 41. Center of a cambered 2. drugs restaurant 20.Melts Wineorand hot water roadWent beyond 3. fuses 28. with sugar, lemon juice and 42. Ethiopian lake 4.

Borderland’s dog-like 29. tear away nutmeg 43. Forcibly Fetal head covering

DOWN 16. Committed a moral

monster 5. Saudi man 6. South American country 7. A member of a panel 8. Beginning point in time 9. “____ and Andy” 11. Peludo 13. Moistens 16. Committed a moral transgression 18. Svelte and refined 20. Wine and hot water with sugar, lemon juice and nutmeg

30. Turkish title for civil officers 31. Canadian capital 34. Megascopically crystaline rock 35. An animal companion 37. Warning signal of danger 38. Intense fear 40. Curtsies 41. Center of a cambered road 42. Ethiopian lake 43. Fetal head covering

43. Bedroom bureau 46. Acts as military assistant 47. Scottish hillside 48. Chilean pianist Claudio 50. Put into service 51. Without (French) 52. Fire iron 53. Confined condition (abbr.)

43. bureau 54. Bedroom Make lacework 46. as Bravo! militaryBravo!

55. Acts Bravo!

assistant 47.

Scottish hillside 44. Male undergraduate 48.

Chilean pianist social Claudio club (abbr.)

50. into Fair” service 45.Put “State actor Andrews 51.

Without (French) 49.Fire Exclamation: yuck!

52. iron 53. Confined condition (abbr.)

54. Make lacework 55. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!

44. Male undergraduate social club (abbr.)

45. “State Fair” actor Andrews 49. Exclamation: yuck!

A26 TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2011 CHILLIWACK TIMES

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Accounting/ Bookkeeping

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Financial Services

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6585

Apt/Condos

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Real Estate

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1 BDRM + den FFI, quiet area, private entr., parking, central air, full bath, f/s, w/d, n/s $700 incl util & cable. Pets nego. June 1. Ph 604-795-3598

CHWK 1BR apt, avail Jun. 1.

Spacious. Balcony, centrally located, Edward St. Heat & Garbage incl’d, onsite laundry. Full cable package included ($62 value) $670. Heather 1-800-815-6311

1 BR. grnd flr ste. Sardis. 1 mature person only, ns np, $625 incl util, Avail now. 604-858-4356.

CHWK, 2BR, 1st Ave bright corner, 5 appls, insuite wd, off St prkg, $750, Ref’s 604-819-5646

2 BDRM bsmt suite in Chilliwack in older character home lge windows, rent incl heat, light & sat tv $825/m. Small pet nego. ns. Avail now. Ph 604-792-1923

CHWK at the Vibe. Beautiful DELUXE gr flr 2 BR, 2 bath, 5 appls, 900sf, 2 sec prkg. Mtn view. Gym/Games room. June1. $950. NS/NP. 1-604-861-6303

2 BDRM Yarrow 5 appl., lge yard. $1100/m, dog nego., No smoking.

Avail June 1. Ph 604-823-2490

CWK 1 br in Vibe, w/d, d/w, secure prkg, storage, 4th flr, $675 June 1st. ns. 604-846-8336

3 BR upper suite, all appls. laminate flrs. 1300sf. Agassiz, $1200, June 1, np, 604-309-6491

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BACHELOR/ BED sitting rm grnd level suite. Sep kitchen, bth & dressing rm. Cedar deck, $625/m incl heat, light and sat TV. N/S. Avail now. Ph 604-792-1923

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5505

Legal/Public Notices

DIAL-A-LAW OFFERS general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

THE WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT

Parkland Fuel Corporation “Parkland” is Canada’s largest independent marketer and distributor of fuels, managing a nationwide network of sales channels for retail. Parkland’s mission is to be the most trusted source of convenience for fuel and related products focused on non-urban markets.

Our family of brands includes: Fas Gas Plus, Race Trac Gas and Esso Branded Distributors. We are Canada’s local fuel company, delivering competitive fuel products and serving Canadian communities through local operators who care.

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Chilliwack, Mission and Nanaimo, B.C.

Are you looking to successfully operate your own business with the support and strength of proven programs and exceptional training?

Through the Fas Gas Plus brand, we continue to build a fuel brand and network that customers and employees take pride in being associated with.

Parkland Fuel Corporation’s commitment: We provide:

• A bright & well maintained retail convenience Store & fuel location.

• Provide all equipment and supplies to operate both the convenience and fuel business effectively.

• Professional training and continued support for you and your staff to assist you in becoming a successful retailer and respected member of your community.

• Marketing support through marketing campaigns, signage programs, planned merchandise layouts, monthly promotions, a uniform program, and much more!

• The ability to adapt quickly & deliver new programs first to market.

• The willingness to understand the importance of bottom line performance.

Investor’s commitment: You provide: • Between 30K and 50K in working capital for retail inventory and operating funds, depending on store size and location and a $10K Letter of credit.

• A willingness to be part of a team of successful retailers and an active member of your community.

• The enthusiasm and energy needed to grow and develop the business and the willingness to participate in new programs.

• The capability and interest to maintain customer service, location cleanliness, and in-store inventory levels to required standards.

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

FLOYD, PAT YAUSIE, DAVID JOHNSON, BRANDON

Take notice that the furnishings and personal effects located at:

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

May 31st, 2011,

be disposed of accordingly.

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

MY Mini Storage

604-703-1111

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION

To: Yvonne Prentice formerly of #112 - 3942 Columbia Valley Road, Cultus Lake V2R 5B4 Take notice that the landlord of the rental unit, Cultus Lake Village Inc. intends to dispose of the personal property abandoned by you consisting of an older 12’ x 54’ mobile with addition at the rental unit 30 days after the publication date of this notice, unless - you take possessions of the property - you establish a right to possession of the Property, or - you make an application to the Supreme Court to establish such a right.

After the expiration of the 30 days period, the Property will be disposed of with no further notice to you.

Landlord: Cultus Lake Village Inc. #4 - 3942 Columbia Valley Road, Cultus Lake, BC V2R 5B1 Phone 604-858-3196 or fax 604-858-5939

One call does it all...

How to apply

Contact: Tanya Jones | E-Mail: tanya.jones@parkland.ca | Closing Date: May 27, 2011 visit parkland.ca or fasgasplus.ca for more details We would like to thank all in advance for their interest in this opportunity, however only those being considered will be contacted.

604-795-4417

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6020-42

West Vancouver

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6035

Mobile Homes

USED

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6050

Out Of Town Property

LAND OF Orchards, Vineyards & Tides in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live! Work!

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6508

Apt/Condos

1 BDRM + den Princess Tower apt, $700/m,. View f/s, w/d, secure parking, gas fp, adult oriented building, ns, np. 604-302-9494 1 BR, $530 up heat & h/w, garbage incl, no pets, Chwk nr amens. Resident Mgr. Member of Crime Free Multi-housing, Now, 604-792-8974 leave msg.

1 BR $650: incld heat hw & cable central Chwk, refs & credit check.

778-549-3852 or 604-856-7390 2 BR + den, The Willows on Chesterfield Ave. 4th flr. high ceilings, $6000 in upgrades & stainless appls. $1200+utils, ns, avail June 1, 1-604-328-3416

6515

BRAND NEW, 1100sf, bsmt ste, 1 big bdrm, full bath, Promontory, all appls, own w/d & entry, 1 prkg, nr bus, ns np $800 incl utils, July 1. 604-846-8341

Duplexes - Rent

1 BR, Off of Garden Dr. laminate, spacious, 4 appls, ns, cat ok. Jun 1, $725 incl utils. 604-847-0545

PROMONTORY - 1 br walk out bsmt, covered patio, priv. entry, 5 appls, ns, np, $650incl utils, avail June 1, 604-847-3050

3 BR 4 plex, 1.5 bath, Lewis Ave, spacious, 4 appls, ns, cat ok, Jun 1, $1125incl utils, 604-847-0545

6540

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BDRM + den bsmt suite, large private entry , insuite washer & dryer, gas fireplace, avail June 1, $750 incls utils, no pets. Ph 604-792-4303

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6508

Legal Services

6620

Houses - Rent

Warehouse/ Commercial

3 BDRM 1 bth E. Chilliwack home, fresh paint, new flrs, all appl, large fenced beautiful yard.

RV parking, $1200/m. Avail immed. Refs req’d. 604-794-7309 1200 sqft Store Front & 575 sqft office space for lease busy complex. (Cwk) M.Y. Mini Storage 604-703-1111

3 BR house, Commercial space from 1650sf to 3250sf, fenced prkg. Chwk 1-604-837-8167 4 BDRM 3 BATH home in Garrison. Avail Jun 1. $1600 + DD. Incl. garb, H2O, yd maint., No pets. No Smoking. Ref Req. Call Sharon 604-824-1902 M-F 8 -4

3 BR house, Commercial space from 1650sf to 3250sf, fenced prkg. Chwk 1-604-837-8167

AVAILABLE NOW or June 1, 6 BR house, 2653 James St. Abbotsford. Can also be used as an office. 4 appls. No pets. $1350/mo. Call 604-583-6844.

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

CWK 2 br rancher, 5 app, huge deck, garage, Wellington Ave. Avail now. $1100 ns, np. 1-778-322-0473.

6508 z

Apt/Condos

RENTALS | 604-793-2200

1 bdrm 2 level

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Twnhse, 650 sq. ft. F/S. – $550

1 bdrm condo

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Sardis, 3appl., gas incld – $650

2 bdrm condo

....

2 bdrm apt

Top Flr., 6 appl, close to FVU – $850

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

2 bdrm hse

new paint, f/s, w/d, gas f/p – $750

hrdwood flr., new paint, f/s, garage – $1150

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2 bdrm condo 2 bdrm apt.

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Sardis, 6 appl., secure parking – $925

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

laminate flr., heat incl’d – $650

3 bdrm mnflr duplx 3 bdrm twnhse

.....

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5appl,gas f/p,util incld – $1150

Close toVedderTrails,carport – $1000

CHILLIWACK TIMES TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2011 A27

9125 9125

Domestic

DAILY DRIVERS

EVERYDAY

LOW

2005 PONTIAC Sunfire 2 dr cpe, White/grey int, auto, aluminum mags, spoiler, cd plyr, exc cond, n/s, female driven, no accid, 75,000 k, $5,000. 604-916-5590

2010 FORD Focus: 33K, under wrnty, A/C, 4-dr, pwr locks, AUTO, keyless entry, MP3 jack, Satellite Radio Console, bucket seats, $13,400. 604-858-1901

CARS

9145 CRUISER

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BONNEVILLE

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• 2001 BMW 320i

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• 2003 Ford Focus

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• 1988 Chev Beretta

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• 1966 Impala Supersport #AP2863 Orig 396 - Now 327

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SPORT UTILITY- 4X4

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VANS

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00

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9172

9515

Utility Trailers

RV’s/Trailers

9522

9105

Auto Miscellaneous

AutoCreditFast 2011 PASSPORT 238ML Ultralite, b#PT112381. $18,995.

604-856-5722. kustomkoachrv.com 29 FT 5th WHEEL, recently refurbished, incls upholstery, awning, appls, new bed, wood flr, $4700 obo. 604-464-2702

Boats

Aluminum Boat Wanted, 10, 12 or 14ft, with or without motor or trailer. Will pay $. 604-319-5720

Call Stephanie for an instant approval on your next auto loan

$ 8.3 CUMMINS Diesel pusher, 36ft, 80,000 mi, loaded, w/d, rear camera. $27,900. 604-539-0506

RV’s/Trailers

2006 ARTIC Fox 27ft wide body 4 season trailer. ac, bunk model, solar panel, 3 burner stove, $17,500, Chwk. 604-345-9013 2008 COUGAR, 30 ft 5th wheel trailer with 2 slides. Complete with full extended warranty until 2014 for worry free camping. Asking $27,500 obo. Call 604-576-4040

2010 HIDEOUT 24BH, $17,295. #HT10242 604-856-856-5722 kustomkoachrv.com

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• 2005 Montana SV6 #AP 4963

8065

• 2005 Saturn Relay #AP 5321

• 2002 Montana #AP 6694

• 2001 Mazda MPV #AP 7411

AUDI $6695

$3995 $4995

• 2000 Dodge Caravan #AP5030 low kms., 7 pass was $3995

• 1997 Dodge Caravan #AP4255

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• Are you looking for a quality built home?

• Do you want to build at builders cost?

• Do you want to save thousands on HST? Call John Campbell

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$3400 $1895

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

THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

9155

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$4995

MOTORCYCLES

• 2007 Honda CRF 150R

E

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2002 SONOMA 161,000k’s, excl cond $5000. Ph 604-824-0508

GRUMANN • 1985 Grumann Van

$2495

2007 CHEVY Avalanche SS, excellent cond, champagne colour, fully loaded, 2 monitors, DVD, $32,000 obo. 778-999-3654 $$ CASH FOR SCRAP CARS $$ Phone 604-792-7092

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Renovations Basements Additions One call does it all!

Free Estimates Phone Wayne 604-845-1141

RON’S CONTRACTING 604-858-8648 • Small logging • L200 Hitachi Excavator • Cat 966 loader • Land clearing 'Local business since 1980' For your complete QUALITY CONSTRUCTION needs. Call Jim 604-793-8925, 604-824-1295

8075

1986 CHEV Gruman. Propane.

Step van style. Power lift. $4,995.

604-607-7711 or 604-809-3847

9160

Sports & Imports

1997 TOYOTA Tercel, Good cond, air cared, low kms, great on gas. $2850 obo. 778-242-2018

Drywall

TAPING, DRYWALL, and textured ceilings. Big or small jobs, free est. Phone 604-308-1576

8080

7981 Atchelitz Road

Steve 778-828-0055 Dale 604-799-0310

Contracting

Quality, Pride, Commitment

$6995

2011 CHAPARRAL 267RLS, $36,995. #CW112671 604-856-5722. kustomkoachrv.com

9105

Auto Miscellaneous

INSTANT AUTO CREDIT Buying a used car is hard enough without having to worry about financing!

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9522

$4,999

• 1999 Audi A4 Quatro

• 2000 Bonneville SLE

2007 MERCEDES 350 CLK, convertible, 2 dr, auto, 34,000 kms, dark blue, fully loaded. very cond, $45,000 obo. Must go 778-999-3654

HEAVY DUTY utility trlr steel, 2 ft sides, tie rails & 4 stake pockets.

As New $995 obo 778-552-5171

PRICES

#AP8349 Touring, Low kms, Auto

Sports & Imports

2003 VW Jetta TDI, 5 spd, ac, $5450. D9921 car in Abbts. toll free 1-877-855-6522

Domestic

• 2003 PT Cruiser

9160

Electrical

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

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8087

Excavating

Genesis Earthworks

Complete Excavation Services • Site Prep / Foundations • Sewer & Service connections • Sewer & Service connections WCB & Insured

604-819-3980

8135

Hauling

CARGO VAN, new 3/4 ton, flat rate only from A to B. Call 778-558-1719

8160

8160

Lawn & Garden

PERFECT FOR LAWNS & GARDENS Also Available

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JNR GREENSCAPES • Lawn Cutting • Turf Cutting & Garden Prep • Yard Waste Removal • Bark Mulch • Soil Delivery

Lawn & Garden

Spring Services

FREE ESTIMATES

• Lawn Maintenance • Fertilizing • Yard Clean-ups • Aeration • Pruning/Hedges • Power Raking • Rubbish Removal • Odd jobs •Yearly Maintenance Programs •

Paving/Seal Coating

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drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187

8220

Plumbing

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8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

Insured • Bonded

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Kitchens • Bathrooms •Decks Flooring • Basements

Brad Woodrow: (604) 799-5117 www.bradscontracting.com

'Celebrating 10 years in business' • Bathrooms • Kitchens • Flooring • Painting

' We do interior & exterior home improvements & repairs

Logan’s Home & Yard Maintenance

Call 604-819-4010

----Lawns starting at $20 ------Hedges • Lawn Clean Up Rod Logan @ 604-793-8677 or 604-792-1116 Insured

8250

Roofing

On Top Since 1961 CHILLIWACK ROOFING When Quality Counts!

Painting/ Wallpaper

Roof Evaluations by Professional Roofers

Suds N Wash

Family owned & operated since 1962

Hot & Cold Pressure Washing & Interior/ Exterior Painting ✓ Siding ✓ Houses ✓ Concrete ✓ Patios ✓ Gutters ✓ Heavy Equipment · Residential · Commercial · Agricultural For Free estimates call 604-796-0189 Call Toll Free 1-888-400-8822 Cell 604-703-3319

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ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT

604-845-1467

8195

Renovations & Home Improvement

Call Eddie @ 1-604-825-7585 eddie@fraservalleyrenos.com

• Lawncutting • Retaining Walls Residential * Strata * Commercial ________________________

310-JIMS (5467)

8240

ALLEN ASPHALT concrete, brick,

Organic Screened & Blended

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

Same Day Service, Fully Insured

8205

604-792-1479

• Countertop Resurfacing • Bathtub & Tile Reglazing • Cabinet Door Re-Facing • Finishing Carpentry 604-825-3884 Toll Free: 1-877-668-4164 www.almegaresurfacing.com

8255

Rubbish Removal

RUBBISH REMOVAL, Gutter Cleaning, Roof Repairs, Minor carpentry & reno’s, yard clean up & moss removal. Upright Roofing & Reno’s 604-701-8627

A28 TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2011 CHILLIWACK TIMES

20

% ALL CLOTHING

LONG WEEKEND SALE!

OFF

Everything is On Sale ~ Including NEW ARRIVALS ~ Until Monday, May 23rd!

• Volcom • Quiksilver • Fox • Element • Billabong • RDS • DC • Obey • Roxy

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ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND!

20% OFF! to 50%

OFF! SWIMSUITS

All Skate Shoes 20% OFF!

All Mens & Ladies Converse 20-50% OFF! Reg. $54.99 - $99.99

BALL CLEARANCE EASTON

Stealth Speed XL Reg. 299.00

EASTON

Synergy Speed BH Reg. 299.00

$

199.99

$

199.99

INLINE HOCKEY CLEARANCE MISSION AXIOM A3 Sr. $ 129 Reg. $139 • Jr. $ 109 Reg. $119 • Youth Plus Many More Models!

Starting at

39.99

$

We Now Carry Under Armour Cleats

99 Reg. $109

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Starting at $ 3.99

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$

RBK 5K $

42.99 Reg. $49.99

Mission CSX $ 39.99 Reg. $44.99 CSX Junior $ 34.99 Reg. $39.99

MISSION GIRDLE

Senior 49.99 Reg. $54.99 Junior $ 42.99 Reg. $49.99 $

9077 Young Road • 604-792-1130 Hours: Monday to Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, Sunday 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm

05178836

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MENS & LADIES