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oultry farmers across the Fraser Valley let out a collective “not again” this week. And while 18,000 chickens and turkeys in Chilliwack and Abbotsford have died or will be culled as a result of H5 avian influenza, there is confidence in the biosecurity measures in place. Chris Kloot is a Chilliwack chicken farmer who was elected to city council
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in the Nov. 15 election. At Tuesday evening’s inauguration, he was also named chair of the city’s Agricultural Advisory Committee. Kloot says the vigilance practised on his farm and others, coupled with the heightened awareness as a result of this recent virus detection, will avoid spread of the disease. “I remain confident the lessons learned in 2004 will be implemented and hopefully this will be eradicated { See AVIAN FLU, page A25 }
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Chilliwack man facing more than a dozen prostitution and sex charges pleaded guilty to some of those charges in BC Supreme Court Monday. David Thomas Hilpert, 54, pleaded guilty to sexual interference of a person under 16 and of being a householder permitting sexual activity. The charges date back to 2010, when a 14-year-old Chilliwack girl connected with the case was also arrested for allegedly recruiting other young girls into the sex trade. Police said EB IRST the girl, whose First reported on name was never chilliwacktimes.com released because of her age, had posted an online ad on Craigslist’s erotic services page, claiming she was 18 years old. Hilpert is alleged, along with the other charges, to have procured sex from the girl. Back in 2010, several Vancouver advocacy groups called for authorities to drop the pimping charges against the 14-year-old. The Vancouver Rape Relief and Women’s Shelter, along with Justice for Girls, said the 14-year-old was a
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municipal election investigation underway in Chilliwack will not affect the results nor did it impact Tuesday evening’s inauguration of the new city council. Allegations of multiple voting that were spread on social media prompted City of Chilliwack election officials to analyze voter registration books and order a number of people to attend city hall last week to give evidence. By Monday, Elections Officers said the work to date had found no improprieties. “Even though we conduct this precautionary work the Chief Election Officer is satisfied with the election results and has reported them for the purpose of the inauguration,” city spokesperson Jamie Leggatt told the Times. And while to some, the social media claims of multiple voting seemed unreliable, these matters are taken seriously by the city, according to deputy elections officer Rob Carnegie. The city also warned that the intentional spread of misinformation can be costly. “People need to be aware that when they are corresponding on social media, or verbally, they should be careful not to perpetuate misinformation either knowingly or inadvertently because it costs society in many ways,” Leggatt said in a statement. Brigida Crosbie—who ran unsuccessfully in the city council election on Nov. 15—made multiple posts on Facebook about allegations of multiple voting, allegations she still maintains are accurate. Crosbie received a hand-delivered letter ordering her to attend city hall by Friday afternoon. The letter came with the threat of legal action if she did not comply. When asked where she heard about multiple voting, Crosbie said little but added she had nothing to gain by coming forward. “I was too low in the standings for it to make any difference to me,” she told the Times. Crosbie finished 15th out of the 17 candidates.
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Brigida Crosbie (second from right) ran for Chilliwack city council in the Nov. 15 election and since has claimed multiple voting took place.
If there was multiple vot“I’ve been told by so many people that there was multiple ing, the individuals themselves voting. Am I supposed to ignore would face penalties, but the it and risk my own self being election results are not in jeopcharged because I knew some- ardy. It would take hundreds of thing? I’m a single mom. I don’t multiple votes to affect even the have that kind of money. So I did closest race. Mayor Sharon Gaetz was electthe right thing.” Crosbie did forward a screen- ed over second-place finisher shot of a Facebook conversation Cameron Hull by 7,452 votes. where an individual claimed Sixth-place council seat winner Chris Kloot received 4,916 votes, multiple voting. “I voted twice, why not I have 1,133 more than seventh-place two IDs with different address- finisher Patti MacAhonic. And the second-place es,” the person commissaid. “. . . they should be park sioner David “Isn’t it illeRenwick careful not to gal to vote received 1,543 twice?” someperpetuate m o re v o t e s one asked. than Carlton “Shhhh misinformation Toews who did don’t tell,” she either knowingly or not earn a seat. answered. The closest When asked inadvertently race was for about the post because is costs school board by the Times, where Marthe individual society in many tha Wiens in question ways.” snuck into the said it was a seventh seat joke. - Jamie Leggatt with 4,540 “I was only votes, just 156 joking around more than like everyone else on that thread,” she said. “I John-Henry Harter. Once the full investigation is only voted once.” As to the cost of the investiga- complete, the new city council tion, Leggatt said election officials will receive a report. The mayor (Sharon Gaetz) regularly review the voter registration books following a vote, and sixth council of the City of and the more in-depth review of Chilliwack (Sam Waddington, the books has no additional cost Jason Lum, Ken Popove, Chuck apart from staff time. The only Stam, Sue Attrill and Chris Kloot) extra cost, however, is $1,500 for were sworn in to office at a cerean independent contractor to mony in council chambers at city hall Tuesday. assist with the investigation.
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pponents of a hazardous waste recycling facility in Chilliwack were disappointed with a BC Supreme Court ruling Monday that found City of Chilliwack’s rezoning was legal and proper. A coalition of First Nations, environmental, community and recreational fishing organizations took the city to court, arguing there were flaws in the public consultation process that led to the rezoning a year ago. The coalition’s central argument was that the notices posted in advertisements in the Times in advance of the public hearing failed to use the words “toxic” or “hazardous” with respect to the proposed facility. Justice Peter Voith rejected the argument, which was made at a one-day hearing Sept. 17. “I am satisfied that the notice described the ‘general purpose’ of the bylaw sufficiently to enable citizens to decide whether they wanted more information on the bylaw or whether they wished to attend
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at the public meeting,” he found in the written ruling. “This is not a case where the City attempted, through its notice to the public, to obfuscate or deflect. “ Mayor Sharon Gaetz said she was happy the court ruled in favour of the city, and found that the city adhered to the Local Government Act. “We hope this legal outcome helps others better understand the process that we follow for each and every rezoning application and the reason for strict adherence to the Act,” she said in a press release. Gaetz and other members of city council have, on more than one occasion, stated that “misinforma-
tion” about the proposed facility was repeated on social media and elsewhere. “As we waited for the case to be heard by the BC Supreme Court, a lot of misinformation was spread about the city acting illegally and about a potential environmental disaster without taking into consideration any of the safeguards that will be in place,” Gaetz said. “This has been exceedingly frustrating, as we take our legal obligations and our responsibility to protect the environment very seriously. We want to thank those local residents that took the time to become informed both prior to and after { See AEVITAS, page A25 }
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he victim of a vicious attack in Chilliwack was disappointed the man who tried to kill her was given more time to find a lawyer to deal with his sentencing. Matthew Alderman, 25, was found guilty of the attempted murder and aggravated assault of Deborah Halladay by Judge Steven Point on Oct. 9. Upon hearing the decision, the otherwise stoic Alderman—who now faces 10 years in prison— jumped to his feet, expressed his frustration with the decision and fired his lawyer, Andrew Bonfield. Bonfield was Alderman’s fourth lawyer, as the convicted man fired his first three. Alderman was convicted in relation to an incident on Jan. 14, 2013 at Halladay’s downtown Chilliwack apartment. When the 49-year-old hairdresser returned home from work that day,
Found guilty of attempted murder, man who tried to snap her neck asks, gets time to find new lawyer she steeled her resolve with a few drinks of alcohol as she waited for Alderman to return home from his job. She planned to evict the young man who had become increasingly difficult and odd in previous weeks. Alderman didn’t take the eviction well, put his hands around Halladay’s neck and snapped it back and forth. Halladay testified that he said, “Why won’t your neck break. I want to kill you, why won’t your neck break. I just want to snap your neck.” Alderman faces seven to 12 years in prison, and Crown Counsel Paul Blessin told the court the Crown seeks a 10-year sentence. Because Alderman had fired Bonfield, he told the court he planned to represent himself. At what was sup-
posed to be a sentencing hearing on Nov. 27, Aldermon told the court he had just heard of the Crown’s sentencing position. Point encouraged Alderman to find a new lawyer, given the length of sentence being considered by the court. Outside the court afterwards, Halladay expressed disappointment and said she was “baffled” the attempted murderer could further delay proceedings in this way. She did accept, however, that having Alderman represented by a lawyer only protected the justice system from a future appeal. Alderman remains in custody and his next court appearance is scheduled for Dec. 15 by video to see if he has hired a new lawyer.
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ocial media’s ubiquity in today’s world among kids and adults alike is both a benefit and a curse. The connectivity that platforms such as Facebook allow regular citizens to engage with one another is reason to celebrate. There have also been cases of people being fired from jobs for sending out racist, sexist or just generally ignorant Tweets or Facebook posts. Less obvious than job loss is the unknown number of times someone did not get a job thanks to social media postings. This week in Chilliwack we saw both the good and the bad that social media elicits. Jokes on Facebook about multiple voting in the Chilliwack election got taken seriously, perpetuated and, in the interests of an abundance of caution, a costly investigation was begun. An investigation that is likely a waste of city hall staff resources all because of irresponsible social media postings. But we also saw the good. The local Facebook community rallied around a homeless couple with food, clothing and even an RV on a farm as a temporary home. It was a remarkable coming together that could not have possibly happened so fast without social media. The bad will always be there, but here’s hoping we see more of the good.
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or the last six weeks, deep in the B.C. legislature, eight MLAs have been toiling away at trying to set spending limits for municipal parties and their candidates in 2018, as well as third parties. It’s been an oddly quiet discussion, given that their recommendations might restore a modicum of faith in local democracy. Might. B.C. is somewhat unique in Canada in having parties and independent candidates running at the local level in some cities. Most provinces survive without that extra layer of political parties. Quebec has them and Montreal may very well be the best city in Canada for campaign spending comparisons with Vancouver. And boy is there a difference. In the Montreal election in 2013, a municipal party running a full slate of candidates for that city’s 103 council and borough positions had a spending limit of $1.65 million or $1.50 per voter. If all things were equal between the two cities, Vision Vancouver would have already ended their campaign with a surplus of $600,000 and the NPA a surplus of $450,000, based on their respective donor reports release a week before the vote. But they aren’t. Vancouver has less
DERMOD TRAVIS Be Our Guest than half the number of eligible voters (484,000 to 1.1 million) and a full slate of candidates in Vancouver is 27. If Montreal’s limit of $1.50 per elector was adjusted to the number of eligible voters in Vancouver, the limit would drop to $725,466. And that’s before adjusting for the difference in the number of elected positions between the two cities. The committee is also considering spending limits for third parties, from environmental associations to unions to chambers of commerce to ad hoc groups formed solely to support one or more candidates. In B.C., the spending limit for a third party in a provincial election is $3,200 per riding. For the riding of Stitkine, home to the most courted voters in B.C. earlier this year—the residents of Kitimat—that limit works out to 15 cents per voter. In last April’s plebiscite on the Northern Gateway Pipeline in Kitimat, Doug-
las Channel Watch spent $14,363 on ads, supplies and other campaign expenses or $3.37 for each of the city’s 4,259 eligible voters. Safe bet Enbridge spent more. But it shows—as does the Montreal-Vancouver comparison—that there’s a lot of room to set limits that are low enough so they have meaning, because this process isn’t just about getting gobs of cash out of elections, it’s about getting good people to step forward as candidates as well. Money must not be the barrier. But in its bizarre rush to have recommendations ready in two weeks, the eight MLAs won’t have the benefit of Adriane Carr’s financial disclosure report for last month’s election in Vancouver. Ms. Carr topped the polls for council. Nor will they have the benefit of the reports for parties in Surrey or Burnaby that might have provided some balance to those that will be filed by Vision Vancouver and the NPA. It seems the committee can’t wait three months. The rush is peculiar given that it has taken the government four years to get to this point and it’ll be another four years before limits can take effect. The big problem with dragging your
feet? Events can overtake you. New issues have emerged that the legislature should address or old issues that could be revisited. Should cities in B.C. be divided into wards? Charlottetown and Halifax has them. St. John’s and St. John too. Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg, Brandon, Regina, and Calgary as well. Only B.C. doesn’t. Only two provinces allow you to run for local office in a community where you don’t reside: Manitoba and British Columbia. In the November election, one candidate ran for mayor of 13 communities in the Capital Regional District. It’s permissible under the act, but should it be? Only three provinces hold elections on the weekend: Nova Scotia, Quebec and British Columbia. All have some of the lowest voter turnouts in the country. Most provinces restrict and set donation limits at the local level. B.C. doesn’t. Sometimes standing out from the crowd is a good thing, but when you’re the odd man out on so many critical issues to the most fundamental laws of a democracy that’s not such a good thing. ◗ Dermod Travis is the executive director of IntegrityBC. www.integritybc.ca.
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Editor: Re: His nose knows pot, Chilliwack Times, Nov. 27. I appear to be the only one viewing our justice system as flawed. I was taught some legal principles which seem to override the nonsense which has dominated our courts for decades. Try this one: “Two wrongs don’t make a right.” The case referenced in the front page article seems to turn on whether or not the police legally searched. Are we all nuts? Shouldn’t the courts concern be whether the offence was committed—the truth? If the crime was committed and there is sufficient evidence, why should it matter at all as to how the evidence was obtained? The other half of that, and not pertinent to the case, is whether the police committed an error or some wrong doing. These are separate issues and should be considered separately. Another basic principle of justice goes something like this: “I can’t forgive someone for injury done to you.” Saying, “They have paid their debt to society for stealing that car or raping that child is immoral.” I cannot forgive harm done to others because I do not own the others. Seems like a no-brainer to me. See if the four-year-old next door has trouble understanding that one? Maybe the four-year-old will explain that to our system. Try this basic one: “In order to be
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tively, then see if more resources are needed? Problems aren’t fixed by having decisions made by more crazy procedures. Norm Keller Chilliwack
Short-sighted view taken on PSA test Editor: I was deeply disappointed by the guidelines released a short time ago by the Canadian Task Force for Preventative Healthcare recommending against the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test to screen for prostate cancer. I firmly believe the PSA test saved my life, and if these guidelines had been around a few years ago, I might not be here to write this letter. Personally, I am very happy that my former employer insisted that I have a PSA test as part of my annual medical after the age of 45. When I was working, my results were normal. After retirement I thought that it would be a good idea to continue this as part of my annual checkup. Within a few years my GP advised me that my PSA had doubled in two years and even though it was just under 7, that it was cause for concern and he recommended a biopsy. The biopsy revealed three samples of cancer, so then I could decide what I wanted to do. I chose a radical
prostatectomy and happily eight years later everything is just fine. At the same time that I retired, a co-worker from Manitoba also retired, but was a typical macho man, who felt that he was healthy, played tennis, golf and didn’t think that he needed a regular checkup. Ten years later when he was not feeling well, he had some tests and his PSA was over 400. By then the cancer that had started in his prostate, had metastasized to his bones, lungs and even his brain and within two months he passed away. Prostate cancer doesn’t always have symptoms, or doesn’t show signs until the disease had advanced and there are fewer treatment options. To have the best possible outcomes and greatest treatment options, early detection is key to successful treatment. If not the PSA test, then what alternative test will allow men to know their risk of prostate cancer and plan their course of action? The PSA test may not be perfect but it is the best test available to men today. If the Task Force had seen fit to involve survivors, I only wish that their recommendations would not have been so short-sighted. Dale Erikson PCCN Chilliwack Regular meetings on the first Thursday of every month, except Jan., July and Aug. at Mt. Cheam Lions Hall 45580 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack. Everyone is welcome, for more information call Dale 604-824-5506.
Break-ins hurt the most vulnerable
Editor: There was yet another break-in at the local MCC Thrift Store. As a charitable, Christian organization, the Mennonite Central Committee works in over 60 countries, helping people in need. Locally, MCC’s many programs include abuse counselling, help with unemployment, First Nations related issues, assistance for patients suffering from mental illness, HIV AIDs, various disabilities, and more. MCC Thrift Stores provide a meaningful way to generate funds for these programs, and the kind-hearted generosity of donors allows to offer affordable (often free) goods for young families and those on a tight budget. In order to keep cost at a minimum, these stores are run mainly by volunteers who generously give their time. Those people who broke into the store obviously do not care about MCC’s work, and also don’t seem to realize that there are always consequences for one’s own actions. I have learned that life is like a boomerang. Whatever we “throw out”, be it kindness or hatred, will eventually come back to us. As we celebrate another Christmas season may we reflect on its true meaning. Mario C. Alleckna manager, MCC Chilliwack
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› Faith Today BY MORRIS WATSON Chilliwack Victory Church
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ith all the avenues of advertising that we have today including the Internet, TV, radio, newspapers, billboards and other signage, there is still an important place for something called “word of mouth”. Word of mouth is simple: you hear about something from someone or you speak to someone about something. I know that it’s hard to believe but there are still people that talk to each other. I have discovered that word of mouth plays a huge role in the success of many things. You can have great advertising and promotion for your enterprise but if you don’t deliver on it, then the negative word of mouth can finish you. In fact, a lot of advertising uses a type of word of mouth called the personal testimonial. This is where
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someone tells you about the personal success that they had with a certain product like a dating service, weight lose program, exercise equipment or a senior’s life insurance policy. The retailer and advertiser are banking on a word of mouth testimonial from someone that convinces you to buy their product. This obviously works because they spend millions on advertising and sell even more millions in product. There is nothing that seems to be more effective than the personal testimonial. This is why the Gospel of Jesus Christ is presented in such a way. Throughout the Bible you will see this form of communication employed as the story of creation and the events leading up to redemption are presented.
We are approaching Christmas and the story of Christ’s birth will be told hundreds of thousands of times around the globe and many people will embrace it, whether they are hearing it for the first time or the hundredth time. It’s the content of the story that makes it so incredible. There’s an old hymn called, “Victory In Jesus”, that I just love. It’s actually more of an Easter hymn than a Christmas hymn but I like the opening line, “I heard an old, old story how a Savior came from glory”, and this story is now over 2,000 years old and it was foretold for thousands of years before that. The story that we have of Christ’s birth has been recounted and written over and over again and everyday there are people
that embrace it for the very first time. It’s the content of the story and the personage of the main character that makes it so powerful. No other story has ever been so carefully retold as this story and from the earliest writings that date almost back to the beginning it has not changed. What’s really interesting about this story is that, it is never so powerful than when it is passed by “word of mouth.” The personal nature of Jesus and His purpose for coming to us makes this story a personal story for each person that hears it and tells it. For all of our technology there is still no greater way than personal, word of mouth testimony to tell the story of Christ’s birth. It strengthens both the
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hearer and the teller. In reality, the Christmas story of Christ’s birth is not a story about someone; it’s a story about everyone. The purpose of His birth was about everyone; it’s an inclusive story and not an exclusive story. To embrace the story is to embrace the main character because without Him there is no story at all. Jesus was born for all mankind and the sacrificial life that He lived was also for anyone that would accept it. He is not trying to get us to buy anything, but He is giving something away. He is giving away salvation if anyone will receive it. It’s about hearing and embracing the story. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16) ◗ Morris Watson is a pastor with Chilliwack Victory Church. Contact him at morris@v-church.com.
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Social media code for Griz Helping to build player character BY GREG LAYCHAK glaychak@chilliwacktimes.com
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ast week’s sudden spread of the anonymous bulletin board app Yik Yak through Chilliwack schools ignited local concern around teen use and abuse of social media. For one school program at G.W. Graham, taking progressive steps to introduce conversations around digital literacy is nothing new. The social media section in the Grizzlies football code of conduct has been around for three years, or triple the lifespan of the oldest Yak. The idea to include mention of digital space on a sports team’s contract belongs to varsity head coach Lawrence Smith, who is also an employment lawyer. “Basically the players will be mindful of things they post on social media and they’ll avoid comments that are racist or sexist,” said Smith, who wrote the code. While players have been suspended for drinking and fighting in the three years since the program restarted, no punishment has been as extreme for a Tweet or Facebook post. “Most of the time it’s, ‘Take that down’ and they do,” he said. “[We]
talk about why it’s inappropriate and why it’s hurtful and why it might upset somebody’s feelings or why it might be construed as bullying.” Once he’s done that, Smith has never had a kid fight back. Most of the time it changes their behaviour going forward. Smith said he likely got the idea from one of the coaches clinics he attends in the U.S. but he reinforced the idea after it was implemented by hosting a team meeting with social media expert Jesse Miller. Miller visited early in the program and talked to the players reminding them that many posts will never disappear and could affect future plans to play at the next level, pursue post-secondary education or find jobs. “G.W. Graham is one of the first schools in B.C. that I saw launch a social media agreement for their football players,” said Miller. A public speaker and consultant for social media awareness since 2007, Miller claims to have reached over 250,000 students across Canada in a single year. “One of the biggest places we see sanctuaries is within sport,” said Miller. “Kids are inclined to want to put a phone down and play the game they love.” This behaviour is in contrast to
common situations in the classroom where educators who try to take a phone away are considered wrong. “Unfortunately the parent is angry at the teacher for taking away the safety device,” said Miller. “But parents would never get upset at the coach.” The social media expert hopes things improve in the classroom, but celebrates the success on the field all the same. “The fact that they’re ahead of this and having the conversations and engaging the parents is wonderful,” said Miller. Coach Smith prefers a conversation over benching a player and stressed that the team’s essence is that of a “mentorship-driven, character building experience”. He understands the importance of forming good social media habits from first-hand courtroom experience in employment cases. “It’s not unusual when we’re acting for an employer—especially if an employee says something defamatory about their employer—that we would... hire somebody with the wherewithal to find stuff that’s been deleted and use it in court,” said Smith. “So it’s just a lesson for these kids to know that once you put it up, it’s probably never gone.”
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Local 17-year-old Chilliwack athlete Caitlin LeBlanc competed at the cross-country nationals at Jericho Beach Park in Vancouver Saturday, placing 66th of 113 runners. LeBlanc, a Valley Royals track and field club runner, completed the four-kilometre
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Highroad sixth
After a fourth place finish at the Fraser Valley regionals, Highroad Academy’s senior girls volleyball team placed sixth in last weekend’s provincial single-A volleyball tournament in Kelowna. Laura Hegeman, HRA Knights power hitter, was awarded second team all-star.
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The Junior Varsity Grizzlies will face the Abbotsford Panthers for a possible repeat provincial title at BC Place Stadium, Dec. 6 at 10:30 a.m. A 33-12 victory over the Holy Cross Crusaders last Wednesday locked in their place at the 2014 Subway Bowl. When the teams met earlier in the season, the Panthers won 28-22 in Chilliwack. GWG beat the Ballenas Whalers 23-20 last year to win the B.C. title.
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In addition to their dropin pool sessions (Dec. 6 and 13 at 6:30 p.m., $10), the Chilliwack Centre of Excellence is holding “Learn to Roll” pool sessions this month at the Cheam Leisure Centre.
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The annual Prospera Credit Union Skating Party will be held Sunday, Dec. 7 from noon to 3.m. at Prospera Centre on the primary rink. The skate is free for everyone ($4 skate rentals) with complimentary holiday photo and free hot chocolate and cookies. Non-perishable food
items for the Chilliwack Salvation Army Food Bank will be collected. For more information visit the Prospera Credit Union website. Prospera Centre’s popular Learn To Skate program continues with the next session beginning on Dec. 20. Registration is open now for all classes. Classes will run on Saturday mornings with start times of 10 a.m., 10:35 a.m., and 11:10 a.m. Participants will need a helmet (a bike helmet will suffice) and skates. Skate rentals are available at Prospera Centre. For more info call 604-702-0062 or visit the website at www. prosperacentre.com/ learn-to-skate/
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he Chiefs grew their winning streak to four games last weekend at the expense of the Surrey Eagles’ record, taking both Friday’s away game and Saturday’s match at Prospera. After a certain 4-1 victory at the South Surrey arena, Chilliwack came back at home from a two-goal deficit in the last five minutes to win 5-3 Saturday, pushing the Eagles to 15 games in their losing streak. Defending the division’s top slot going into the weekend, the Chiefs took a confident victory in the Eagle’s nest Friday. “We created some chances, we defended well,” said head coach Jason Tatarnic. “I thought we played a smart game on Friday.” Brandon Potomak got things rolling with an early first-period goal to start his successful weekend. After Surrey’s Latrell Charleson scored the lone Eagles goal on a power play in the second frame, it was all Chiefs on the scoreboard. Jake Hand, Kohen Olischefski and Jake Larson stacked points onto the Chiefs tally to wrap up the win. Goalie Aidan Pelino felt the brunt of the game’s shots, stopping 32 pucks. “Position-wise he was very solid,” said Tatarnic of Pelino. “He put a decent performance in.” Back on Chiefs home ice Surrey seemed poised for a win Saturday,
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Surrey goaltender Tyler Read watches Kurt Black’s (10) shot ricochet off his arm Saturday night at Prospera. maintaining the lead for most of the game until the last minutes on the clock. Aside from Rory Bell’s first-frame goal, Chilliwack had no answer for Surrey to that point, trailing 3-1. With five minutes remaining, the Chiefs pulled goaltender David Poirier for a six-on-four power play. Hand scored the next goal bringing the Chiefs within one, and again to tie the game.
“Once we scored the equalizer I knew that we had some energy and our guys could definitely create a momentum shift for us,” said Tatarnic. Eric Roberts and Kurt Black each found the net to put Chilliwack in the lead and seal the victory. Potomak assisted on all four final-period goals. “With five minutes left in the game we went from us pulling our goalie to Surrey pulling their goalie in the last
minute to try to tie it,” said Tatarnic. “You don’t see that too often.” Chilliwack’s defenders are slowly getting healthy, but Mark Esposito and Olivier Arseneau are still injured with Brandon Tkachuk day-to-day heading into Wednesday’s home game against Langley. The Chiefs travel to Prince George on the weekend for a high-stake twogame away series where they will fight to keep their position at the head of
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Pair of Chiefs invited to World Junior A selection camp Barry Douglas Chiefs Report land Division is up for grabs. You can watch and or listen to the games via the official BCHL website at www.bchl. ca, or follow Jacob Bestebroer’s up to the moment tweets on @ chiefs_hockey. A feather in the helmet for a couple Chiefs players, as forward Jordan Kawaguchi and blueliner Vincent Deshar-
nais were both invited to the World Junior A Team West selection camp. Following this weekend’s twin bill in Prince George, they will head to the Markin MacPhail Centre at WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park in, Calgary, for the Dec. 7 to 9 try out. A total of 60 players will partake in the inter-squad games prior to official squad being announced. The Canada West selection camp consists of players from the CJHL’s five western Junior A leagues- the BCHL, Alberta Junior Hockey League, Saskatchewan Junior Hock-
ey League, Manitoba Junior Hockey League and the Superior International Junior Hockey League. The World Junior A Challenge takes place in Kindersley, Sask., from Dec. 14 to 20. This prestigious tourney features teams from Denmark, Russia, Switzerland, the United States and Canada East. The inaugural World Junior A Challenge went live in 2006, and more than 200 players who have participated have been drafted into the NHL. This list includes the Chiefs very own Derek Grant, who won a silver in 2008, and was
drafted by the Ottawa Senators in the fourth round in the same year. Chilliwack Minor Hockey product and former Chiefs captain, Nolan Julseth-White won the gold medal at the World Junior A Challenge in 2007 in Trail. BCHL alumni Wade Epp, who also calls the ’Wack home, was Grant’s Team West teammate in 2008. The Chiefs annual toque and teddy bear toss is just around corner, during the next home game on Friday, Dec. 12. This showdown pits the hometown squad against the defending
BCHL champion Coquitlam Express. Fans are encouraged to bring new toques and teddy bears to toss on the ice after the Chiefs score their first goal of the game. The items are collected and given to Chilliwack Community Services. Don’t forget that each Friday night game is also a UFV game night. Twenty dollars will get you a game ticket and your choice of a burger or chicken strips combo. Two bucks from each UFV package sold goes to the UFV Chilliwack Chiefs Scholarship Education Fund.
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Joanne Bunnin (right) checks out accessories on the new bike presented to her by Jack’s Cycle sales manager Rob Friesen last Thursday. The bicycle was donated to Bunnin by Old Yale Brewing Company after her own ride was stolen early in November.
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ocal Special Olympics athlete Joanne Bunnin received an anonymously donated bicycle via Jack’s Cycle last Thursday after her previous bike was stolen during a training session at the Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre. “I love it, it’s great,” said Bunnin after she got her new ride. “Next year if I go camping with my family, I’ll take it with me and ride it around
the different campgrounds.” The bike was presented to Bunnin last week by Jack’s Cycle sales manager Rob Friesen who explained additional accessories, and made adjustments to fit the new owner. Old Yale Brewing Company later revealed they were the donor. “We believe in ensuring that we give back to the community where
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The Trans Mountain Pipeline has been operating between Edmonton, AB and Burnaby, BC
We’ve talked a lot with communities about their concerns and in Burnaby the feedback was to look into routing the pipeline through Burnaby Mountain, rather than through their streets and neighbourhood.
since 1953. In April 2012, we proposed to expand the pipeline by building a second pipeline
Our work on the mountain over the past few weeks has been a part of that feasibility study. Though we estimate it will cost Kinder Morgan $40 million more than the original route through residential streets, we want to acknowledge the best interests of the residents of Burnaby.
alongside the original. Our goal for the entire route has been to build adjacent to the existing pipeline within our existing right-of-way. However, sometimes there are good reasons to look at other options, such as safety
We are drilling two 6-inch diameter test holes to investigate the possibility of routing the pipeline through Burnaby Mountain. We are being respectful of the environment, and when we are done, we will leave the mountain as healthy as we found it.
concerns, residential or industrial development that has expanded since the original pipeline was built, or environmental considerations.
Unfortunately, demonstrators chose to block our crews from doing their work and, in order to maintain the safety of our employees, contractors and the public, we were forced to pursue legal action to secure our worksite. Freedom of speech is fundamental to our way of life. Equally so is the Canadian right to go to work and conduct business safely. We have always believed these two principles can coexist if we all communicate.
We’ve been engaging with Aboriginal groups, Landowners, communities and stakeholders since April 2012. We’ve reached agreements with 18 Aboriginal groups, to date. The current work on Burnaby Mountain is to study the proposed route through Burnaby Mountain. Our application is before the National Energy
We believe we have been good neighbours for over sixty years in local communities, including the City of Burnaby, and it is very important for us to continue open relationships.
Board, an independent federal agency, to determine if the project should be approved to proceed in Canada’s best interest. Ultimately, the federal government will make the final decision.
We have conducted many workshops and open houses, met with thousands of people and continue to respond to questions daily. The feedback we have received to date has made our project better and has resulted in important changes to our route.
The National Energy Board has a recognized process to voice concerns, ask questions and introduce evidence for consideration. Over 1,600 people in BC and Alberta have
Trans Mountain made a commitment to everyone who participated in our consultation that we would listen closely and do our best to respond to concerns.
registered to participate. If approved to proceed, construction of the expansion would begin in mid-2016 and would
Our work on Burnaby Mountain is part of keeping that commitment.
be in operation by late 2018.
On behalf of all the people who work on the pipeline and project, I truly hope we can keep talking throughout the process. Your input is important to us. We’ll be providing more opportunities for dialogue in the coming weeks. Go to TransMountain.com for more information. We welcome the opportunity to talk.
Many other project details and information about upcoming opportunities for dialogue can be found on our website www.TransMountain.com
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ue to a couple of revelations I have had with my food processor recently, I thought it would be appropriate to focus this column on kitchen gadgets and appliances that I find worthy. Also with the holiday season approaching, you might find these recommendations helpful. I usually opt for the manual alternative to kitchen prep— old-fashioned cutting by hand and elbow grease—but sometimes it is not always the best way. Recently, my wife wanted to make a dish from her childhood that basically consists of layers of thinly sliced potatoes, carrots, and other vegetables. These ingredients, along with seasonings and chunks of sausage, are cooked together to create a single pot casserole. When it came time to prepare this dish, the diehard chef in me reached for my knife, readying myself for the task at hand. “Why don’t we use the slicer attachment on our food processor?” exclaimed my wife. After some convincing, I decided to give it a try and was quite impressed with the uniform slices and ease of preparation. To be honest it was the first time in the 15 years that I owned this food processor that I actually used the slicer attachment. I have also discovered (with subtle pressuring from my wife) that the regular blade of a food processor can also ease the preparation of finely chopping vegetables, as long as caution is used to
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On Cooking prevent from pureeing them into oblivion. A hand-powered kitchen appliance that I love is my all-in-one apple peeler, corer and slicer. A lip on the edge of ones counter is not necessary as it simply suctions to the surface with amazing strength. A single apple is pressed onto the hand-crank and all of these tasks are completed with a number of circular revolutions—perfect to speed up pie/crumble making. And the best part is that I purchased mine in brand new condition at a second hand store for only five dollars. For small hand tool gadgets, there are a few that I simply cannot (or more correctly, would rather not) live without. Olive Pitter - This tool resembles a pair of spring-loaded pliers. It has a circular base to hold an olive on one of the ends, and a prod on the other. When squeezed together, the prod inserts into the olive and pushes the pit through the opposite side. It works great on cherries too. Garlic Press - I have gone through many poorly made garlic presses in the past, but there is one brand that has never let me down. I highly recommend the
Switzerland made “Zyliss” brand. I have literally crushed thousands of cloves with this brand, for the past six years, without fail. Melon Baller - Great for its intended purpose of creating bitesize balls of melon, but works just as well on cheeses and an assortment of fruits and vegetables. Caramelized balls of potato, for example, makes for an appealing side dish. Although I do tend to be a bit stubborn when it comes to letting go of my knife skills for a gadget or appliance, the time saved in these circumstances is well worth the loss of chef’s pride. Dear Chef Dez: I noticed that many chefs on TV use a flat grater that lies across a bowl to remove zest from citrus fruits. Is the best way to do this? Charlotte E. Surrey Dear Charlotte: I actually recommend using a “zester.” It is a hand tool that has five little circular blades at the end. When it is dragged across a citrus fruit, it produces beautiful curls of zest while leaving the bitter pith behind. Although flat graters remove the zest in small bits, and thus prevent further chopping, there is no guarantee that one will not grate too far into the bitter white pith. Besides, the curls of zest make great garnish. ◗ Chef Dez is a fcood columnist, culinary instructor and cookbook author. Visit him at www.chefdez. com. Write to him at dez@chefdez. com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6R4.
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14-year-old Chilliwack girl connected with the case was also arrested for allegedly recruiting other girls not be treated as criminals,” Justice for Girls advocate Annabel Webb said in 2010. In court Monday, Justice Brian
Joyce asked Hilpert if he was clear that by pleading guilty he was admitting to all of the essential elements of the Crown’s case, elements the
Crown would be forced to prove beyond a reasonable doubt if the matter went to trial. “I understand,” Hilpert said.
Charges of sexual assault, attempting to procure a person to become a prostitute, and of obtaining sexual services of a person under 18 will likely be dropped when he is sentenced in BC Supreme Court in Chilliwack on March 9, 2015, according to Crown Counsel Kimberly Jansen.
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It’s hard to talk food and farming every week without mentioning that greatest accompaniment to any meal: wine. To help fill that gap, the Eaten Path introduces a new occasional segment from Sardis Park VQA BC Wine Store owner Kim Murphy: Kim’s Pick of the Moment. Murphy started in the wine business 15 years ago running Summerhill’s wine shop in the Okanagan. She and came (back) to Chilliwack in 2010 to open her shop, the only VQA wine story in the city. She is a Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 graduate.
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love this time of year: Fall leaves underfoot, crisp, sunny days with all the changing of the seasons. In wine terms, we also change seasons. We change from our patio summer sippers to winter whites and winter reds. Our food style changes, too. We go from backyard barbecues to rich, luscious casseroles, braised
slow-cooked beef, rich stews, roast chicken with gravy—comfort foods. Our wine choices need to match this change in cuisine. So we want to choose rich, luscious whites to pair with the rich gravies and butter and cheese-coated pastas and casseroles. Chardonnay coats your palate and fills your mouth with rich butterscotch and poached pear. The new vintage of Black Hills that I am tasting as I write this is delicious. I can’t wait to pair it with my next chicken and mushroom casserole. Rich, hearty reds to match with our braised beefs and hearty meat stews. Try the Sperling Marechal Foch for example. This rich winter red is smoky and peppery on the nose. The colour is a deep rich garnet, almost inky. The palate is stewed plums and velvety on the palate. Delicious. Kim’s Pick of the Moment: Bartier Bros. 2011 Merlot
This is what 30 years has led to. Brothers Don and Michael have focused their careers into Bartier Bros. wine. These wines represent unique and precious Okanagan Valley attributes; purity, freshness, vibrancy and above all, intensity. This is a big wine in every way. Intense, concentrated aromas of blackberries, cherries and toffee. The wine is very full-bodied with aggressive tannins. Mixed grill or steak of any type will pair well with this wine. 92 points Reg. Price $27 Sale: $22 Kim Murphy is the owner of Sardis Park VQA BC Wine Store.
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ll around us trees are being decorated, cards are being mailed, presents are being bought and children are becoming so excited that Ritalin sales have rocketed. Christmas, the time of year when people spend ridiculous amounts of money they don’t have and, for some, the time of year when they celebrate the birth of Jesus. Jesus is, after all, the “reason for the season.”Or is he? I recognize that for many the birth of Jesus is the reason for celebrating Christmas but for others Christmas is a special time to celebrate family and friendship. But what if the man whose name appears once a year for all to see never ever existed? What if there never was a historical person called Jesus? What would become of Christmas? There is deep debate among scholars about the actual existence of the historical person Jesus (see Dr. Bart Ehrman, Dr. Richard Carrier, Dr. Robert. M. Price, etc.) “He did exist!” I hear you cry. OK, so you believe he existed. How do you know this though? “The Bible says so.” OK yes, the Bible does give four distinct biographical accounts of a person called Jesus but even these accounts
have been brought into question with regard to their authenticity and accuracy. The fact that none of the four gospels can be attributed to their traditional authors, the fact that all four gospels contradict each other and the fact that there are no creditable, secular sources outside of the gospels that mention an individual called Jesus is cause for concern or at least skepticism. Space does not allow for an in-depth analysis of the various texts and their contradictions. The point here is to make people think. What if the whole thing is just a myth? Freethinking is about challenging the ideas and things we believe simply because we think they are true or are told they are true. I can believe that the tooth fairy is real because I find he/she brings me comfort and financial incentive when I lose a tooth but there is no factual evidence to prove she/he exists. There are lots of stories written about the tooth fairy, historical stories, but these do not prove the existence of the tooth fairy. Likewise there are many, many books written about Jesus. Many of them historical documents dating back to the 1st century CE, however their reliability is questionable. The fact that the authorship of the
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sion. Freethinkers take comfort in knowing that in this lifetime we have the opportunity to make this world a better place for everyone. Making a difference in this world isn’t just reserved for Christmas, but everyday is a treasure, exciting and an opportunity to bring peace and goodwill to everyone everywhere. ◗ A. Murphy is a deconverted fundamentalist Christian, happy Freethinker and agnostic-atheist. Married to a Humanist. Father to five.
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Wesley Hawkins, the young Chilliwack pianist who wowed attendees at last year’s Piano Extravaganza, will enhance the festive ambience of the lobby’s entertainment. Now celebrating 15 years of entertainment to dedicated audiences, the CSO offers a sparkling touch to the most wonderful time of the year. The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus are pleased to announce the continuation of the special family price for this concert and for the remainder of the season. ◗ The CSO Christmas concert happens on Dec. 13 at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Performance is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available in person at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre box office, by phone at 604-391-SHOW or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.com. Pricing: general $25; student $15, family $60.
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tart the holiday season on the right note by attending the Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra & Chorus annual Christmas concert on Dec. 13. The concert features the local talents of the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance, the Ladies Show Choir, Belle Voci, and the Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus (CSO). Excerpts from the classic Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Suite, an enchanting tale told with the combined richness of beautiful music and ballet, and a traditional favourite for over 100 years, will begin the line-up of many seasonal treasures the CSO has planned for the evening. “We are excited to work hand in hand with the Fraser Valley Academy of Dance on this performance,” music director Paula DeWit said. The entire first half of the evening will be dedicated to the Nutcracker Suite. Following
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Excited audience members dress up for the costume contest which is part of the Sing-a-Long with the Sound of Music classic film showing at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Dec. 19.
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tion company Sing-along, the film is complete with subtitles and a musical host to guide the audience along. This year’s host and local theatre star Caroline Buckingham, who played the role of Maria in Secondary Character’s edition of the musical last year, will lead the fun. “The role of the host is aindrops on roses? as an enabler, like the best Check! Whiskers man at a wedding,” says on kittens? Check! Sing-a-long’s worldwide Brown paper packag- producer Ben Freedman. es tied up with string? “And Caroline is someone who loves the movie as Check, check, check! If the Sound of Music much as the audience!” If you don’t think your makes the list of your vocals favourare up to ite things, you’re not “The role of the par, have no fear— alone— host is as an t h e r e ’s which is why the enabler, like the so much more to Chilliwack best man at a sing-aCultural long than Centre is wedding” singing excited along! to host a - Ben Freedman Boo the sing-along Nazis, version of the classic film this Dec. cheer for Maria, hiss at 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the HUB the baroness and bark at the post-boy in this rolInternational Theatre. Come see Julie Andrews licking, immersive verand the von Trapp fam- sion of the classic musical. ily larger than life on the Each audience member big screen in Sing-a-Long will receive a goody bag with the Sound of Music at the start of the show, —and lend your vocals to filled with props to use the hit soundtrack! The throughout the screening. Even better, the eveevent will be filled to the brim with wry commen- ning starts off with a bang tary, laughter, and more with an audience-wide than a little singing along. { See SOUND, page A30 } Produced by produc-
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f the Sound of Music numbers among your favourite things, you’re in luck – the classic musical is hitting the screen at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre for a Sing-A-Long-A performance this holiday season, and you’re invited! Pick a bouquet of edelweiss and make some new play clothes out of those old curtains, and get ready for the Sound of Music like you’ve never seen it before! Prepare your vocal cords for a serious workout – you’ll be singing along to your favourite tunes, cheering for Maria, booing the Baroness, and barking at the postman. With the guidance of friendly guest host Caroline Buckingham, who played Maria in Secondary Characters’
production of the musical last year, you’ll be participating in the musical every step of the way. “The role of the host is as an enabler, like the best man at a wedding,” says Sing-a-long-a’s worldwide producer Ben Freedman. “And Caroline is someone who loves the movie as much as the audience!” And to top it all off, the experience starts off with a costume contest – so dig out that nun’s habit! Other lowmaintenance costumes include brown paper packages tied up with string or a chintz curtain, but a trip to the thrift store could have you looking like a Viennese Baroness in no time. Other memorable costumes from screenings past include the Alps or the gazebo – so let your creativity run free! And have no fear: official policy bans real-life nuns from competing in the contest, so you won’t have to worry
about being pitted against sweet old ladies with an unfair advantage. It’s a classic tale for the ages, for both those who have loved the film since its debut almost five decades ago and those watching it for the first time. The tale of perseverance, creativity, and joy is sure to inspire viewers of all ages. “In Maria’s case, she’s the princess that saves the prince,” Freedman explains. “And I think that’s very important. It’s one of the reasons why the Sound of Music has served such an important role in many lives for such a long time. It proves that you can do anything, no matter where you come from.” It’s so much fun that you’ll hate to say adieu, auf wiedersehen, goodbye! Tickets are $18 for all seats and all ages. Contact the box office at 604391-SHOW(7169) or visit us online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca / event/sing-a-long-with-the-soundof-music/ for more information or to purchase tickets. Sing-A-Long with the Sound of Music is generously sponsored by Star 98.3, The Chilliwack Times, A&W, the City of Chilliwack, and the Department of Canadian Heritage.
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Burgeoning country music star Madelaine Merlo will perform at the inaugural “Stock The Shelves” at Brixton Station (45554 Tamihi Way) in Garrison on Dec. 5, at 5:30 pm. During this event the public is invited to drop off donations of non-perishable food items to help “fill” the kitchen shelves at Brixton Station’s all-new show home.
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The Chilliwack United Church holds their Christmas Cake, Cookie Sale and Tea on Sat. Dec. 6 starting at 1:30 p.m. This very popular, annual event is located in the church hall at 45835 Spadina Ave., just across from Save-on-Foods.
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On Dec 20th at 7:30pm the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra (CMO) will perform their annual Celebration of Christmas Concert at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. This year’s theme will be The Music of Christmas through the Ages - from Renaissance to Rock and will feature soprano Sinead White (pictured above). The orchestra will host a number of diverse musicians and thespians for this special concert. Members of The Chilliwack Players Guild will be on hand in the lobby in period costumes singing and entertaining concert goers. Tickets are on sale now at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre Box Office, on the CCC website or by phone 604-391-SHOW. Adults $25 and students $15.
Girl Guides will be Christmas caroling while collecting non perishable food items for the Salvation Army Food Bank on Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. in the Cultus Lake Area around the school. If the weather is wet they will be singing at the Cultus Lake community school. Donations can be dropped off at the Cultus Lake Community School if they miss you.
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costume contest. Everyone is encouraged to participate: low maintenance costumes include d re s s i n g a s a b row n paper package tied up with string or as a chintz curtain, but a trip to your local thrift store could have you looking like a nun, a naval captain, or a Viennese baroness. The craftier costumer may consider dressing as the Alps or the gazebo. And have no fear: official policy bans real-life nuns from competing in the costume contest in their everyday habits. This classic film has touched a lot of hearts in the last four decades, celebrating its 49th birthday this year. Maria is just one person and a nun at that—but is able to inspire seven children and one stand-offish naval captain to be kind, passionate, and brave. It’s a message that sticks with viewers for the rest of their lives—and an important example of how a single person can change the world. “In Maria’s case, she’s the princess that saves the prince,” Freedman explains. “And I think that’s very important in explaining why the Sound of Music has served such an important role in many lives for such a long time.” This sing-along version of the film allows audiences to not only appreciate but join Maria and the von Trapps in their journey. Get ready to yodel, wave your edelweiss, dance in the gazebo with Liesl, and join in with the choruses of some of the
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CircusWest brings A Circus in Wonderland, an immersive experience that blends theatre, circus performance, art show and more Dec. 14 at the HUB International Theatre at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. packed performance that puts audiences on the edge of their seats. The performers twirl and bounce across the stage, flying high on ribbons and trapezes, bounding in and around a giant castle made of cards. In one particularly stunning act of balance, the performers stack eight bicycles into a tower—and ride the result around the stage. This is a perfect circus show for the whole family, making a great introduction to carnival acts for all ages. A Circus in Wonderland shows off the best in young talent—and might just inspire your kids to take up acrobatics in their spare time. After all, that’s how many of the current performers got their start in the wild and whirling world of circus antics. Travis Paterson is a performance
student at CircusWest. He started with the troupe in Grade 5, after a field trip to see a one of their shows. “I remember it so clearly – sitting back in the seats, being so into it,” he says. “The show hadn’t even started yet and I was in love!” On Dec.14, CircusWest will be bringing that passion and excitement to the HUB International Theatre. Paired with rollicking action and one of the most classic storylines of all time, the result is a show that you won’t want to miss. ◗ Tickets are available now from the Chilliwack Cultural Centre box office at 604-391-SHOW(7469) or online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. Tickets are only $10 a seat, making this the perfect show for a family outing.
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a low-budget costume, but you might also consider coming as chintz curtains, the alps, a Viennese Baroness, or a gazebo. And don’t forget about
Even more amazing is the fact that every performer is under the age of 19—a great example for any children in the audience that age doesn’t have to hold them back. The month winds down with two wonderful musical events for the whole family: Winter Harp and Sing a Long with the Sound of Music. Winter Harp is the quintessential Christmas concert; with ancient and rare instruments and gorgeous medieval costumes to match, the scene is finished off with breathtaking, hand-painted backdrops and dozens of candles. The performance looks like a pre-Raphaelite painting come to life—and that’s before the music even begins. Once hands land on harp strings, it’s a truly magical experience— with a mix of centuries-old songs and newer Celtic-style carols, Winter Harp is a heart-warming way to celebrate Christmas music in a new way. And while The Sound of Music isn’t technically a Christmas film, what holiday season would be complete without it? British producers Sing-a-long bring it to the big screen in our HUB International Theatre on Dec. 19 for the ultimate singalong experience. Guided by local actress and host Caroline Buckingham, audience members will not only add their vocals to this well-loved musical but also boo, hiss, cheer, and bark on set cues. It’s bound to be a tonne of fun for all ages, topped off by a costume contest extravaganza. Dressing up as a nun is one example of
the super fun art classes starting up again in January. Everything from pottery to photography, acting to painting, and you can even learn how to make
your own jewelry, beads and all. They’re a fantastic gift idea for the creative people on your list. Visit our website or The Centre Box Office for more details.
◗ If you have any questions or comments about our upcoming shows and classes, feel free to give us a shout. We always love to hear from Chilliwack.
Reach us at 604-391SHOW(7469). We can’t wait to see you this Christmas season, and we hope we can help make your holidays shine!
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CHILDCARE AVAILABLE
A is for Apple Daycare Centre located in Sardis & Chilliwack. F/T and P/T space avail for ages 3-5 years $600/mth for f/t. 604-791-1354
HOST ORGANIZATION:
6732955
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS meet at St Thomas Anglican Hall @ 7:30pm every Thurs. For info call 778-986-3291 or 604-858-0321
Open House
Household items, quilts, totes, throws, baby quilts, Minky blankets, and more!
49265 Elkview Rd
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
SusieQuilts & Sewing
FRESH CHRISTMAS TREES
CHRISTMAS CORNER
Live Treesa 3- 5 feet Open Dawn - Dusk s
108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Meet singles right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800-712-9851
Sat. Dec 6 9am - 3pm
Phone 604-859-7540
THE DISABILITY TAX Credit. $1,500 Yearly Tax Credit.$15,000 Lump Sum Refund (on avg). Covers: Hip/Knee Replacements, Arthritic Joints, COPD. For Help Applying 1-844-453-5372
WE SPECIALIZE IN ESTATE CLEAN UP We work with the executor, hoarders, clutter estates and city citation’s only. Get house ready for the market place by letting us help with all general repairs. Michael (604)819-0546
Christmas Craft Fair
Lots of Christmas crafts.
CHRISTMAS TREES
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~ SUNDAYS ONLY ~ 6 am to 4 pm
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OBITUARIES
CHRISTMAS CORNER
TRETHEWEY @ MACLURE AVE
INFORMATION
Protea House Assisted Living Centre 45845 Thomas Rd Sardis, Small residental based facility, all the comforts of home living in a family environment. Individual living space starting at $1000/month. Call 604-799-3496
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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 25 ROOM Imperial Motel for sale in Grand Forks...$789K. Contact andrewsmith1951@shaw.ca (Owner) for more information. ADD extra income! Operate a minioffice outlet from home with computer & phone. Flexible hours. www.barefootnfree.biz
Call to apply today! 604-702-5147 Or email us at: lellis@chilliwacktimes.com
Jim’s Mowing Business for Sale
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130
HELP WANTED
CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street
New West 604.522.4900
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 378
HAIRSTYLIST WANTED
Guaranteed hourly rate of $12.00 to start Plus 25% profit sharing. No clientele required. Paid Birthday, Dental & Drug Benefits. Equipment supplied & maintained. Advanced annual upgrading training. Management opportunities.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER CLEANING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
Call 604-858-8082
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
COOKS REQUIRED, part and full time, Greek Island Restaurant. Please drop off resume in person, 45785 Hocking Ave., from 9am to 5 pm. Ask for the owner/manager.
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
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PETS
Community Health Nurse
in Port Hardy. Email: health-director@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description or to apply by Dec. 14th, or fax (250) 949-6066.
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BUY, RENT OR SELL USE CLASSIFIED 1-604-575-5777
CHIHUAHUA, tiny pups, 2 males, 1 female, ready to go now. $700. Call (604)794-7347 COLLIE Doodle pups born Oct 17. Mom is a Rough Collie (45 lbs) & dad is a small Standard Poodle (50 lbs). Both have health clearances (eyes, hips, elbows). 2 Very curly males avail, 1 black & 1 unique blue merle. Intelligent, gentle, easy to train, good with children & animals, low to no shed. Similar in looks & in nature to the Golden Doodle. We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family. Please consider the time & commitment needed to raise a dog. Pups will have 1st shots and deworming. Ready Dec. 12, Mission $950. 604.820.4827
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL
TRADES, TECHNICAL
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
LOCAL logging company looking for full time processor operators. Competitive wages and benefits plan. Experience an asset but would be willing to train. Email resumes to: smallpinelogging@yahoo.ca
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
Local Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, low prices (604)703-8206 DAVID & ABIGAIL’S HAULING. Full size p/u truck w/side racks. Hsehold, garden, etc. Free Est. 604-845-5547 362
SECURITY/ ALARM SYSTEMS
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HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
OWNERS WE CAN MANAGE YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY FOR A LOW MONTHLY FEE.
HOUSE RENTALS 604-793-2200
1 bdrm twnhse......Vedder Xing, 2 Levels, Patio $600 1 bdrm apt......................... Patio, Agassiz $500 1 bdrm apt....... Agassiz, Newly Painted & Flooring $550 1 bdrm suite ......................4 appl, util incl $675 1 bdrm suite .............. 4 appl, gas f/p, util incl $750 2 bdrm apt.......................gas f/p nice unit $775 2 bdr suite .................... f/s, dw, lrge, gas f/p $800 2 bdrm twnhse.. Newly reno’d, Close to FG Leary $900 3 bdrm penthse apt ..Heat incl’d, nice patio, close to town $900 3 bdrm lrg suite ....... 5 appl, close to schools $950 3 bdr + flex rm .......6 appl., garage, 2 ½ bths $1450 3 bdrm twnhse............... 2.5 bth garage $1400 3 bdr suite .................1200 sq ft, ffi,util incl $1400 3 bdr suite ............Great area, near hosp,1100 sq ft, util incl $1425 4 bdrm hse .....In law suite, all appl, fenced yard $1600
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TOWNHOUSES
We have 2 Playgrounds for your kids! And are “Pet-Friendly”
NEWLY RENOVATED $990 per month + utilities 3 BDRM - 1.5 Baths - 2 Levels 1,100 sq ft and fenced back yard
BUYING - RENTING - SELLING bcclassified.com
For more info call Mike at 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or Email: wb@raamco.ca
TREE SERVICES
WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES 9252 Hazel St. Chilliwack BC - Move in Incentive! Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family Oriented
6295005 6353866
MISC. WANTED
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL No. CHI-S-H-28478 Chilliwack Registry
Has your vehicle reached the end of its useful life?
REAL ESTATE 627
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC
Have it recycled properly
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
Pick A Part is environmentally approved and meets all BC government standards for automotive recycling
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 24x64’ MODULAR HOME 2 bdrm + den new furnace, $33,900. (604)798-9333
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Pick A Part Used Auto Parts 43645 Industrial Way Chilliwack BC V2R 4L2 • Residential Area • Elevator • Adult Oriented • Sparkling Renovations • 1 Bdrm from $620 and up
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604-792-1221 1-866-843-8955
Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca
Garage, 1.5 bathrooms, 6 appliances, wood stove, recently reno’d. Includes utilities $1795/mth
You must file a responding Response to Petition within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you.
SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029
The Scrapper
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CULTUS LAKE. 2-bdrm fully furn. cottage. 1/2 blk to beach. Avail. immed. $800/mo. 604-516-9099
STORAGE SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &
Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855
You may obtain, from the Chilliwack Registry, at 46085 Yale Road, Chilliwack, British Columbia, a copy of the Petition, Certificate of Pending Litigation, Affidavit #1 of Monique Cheng sworn October 14, 2014 and the Order providing for service by this advertisement. A
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TAKE NOTICE THAT on Friday, November 28, 2014, an order was made for service on you of the Petition, Certificate of Pending Litigation and Affidavit #1 of Monique Cheng sworn October 14, 2014 issued from the Chilliwack Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number CHI-S-H-28478.
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BIG Rancher House w/ 2-garage. 3 bdrm, fam rm, games rm, + 2 baths. $1900. 604-306-7799
INSIDE & Outside storage for rent for RV’s, Campers or vehicles. (604)795-4449 weekdays
ADVERTISEMENT
In the proceeding, the Petitioner claims the right to serve you with the foregoing documentation on the grounds that the proceeding is in relation to a property mortgaged by you
3 Bdrm 1500 sq ft house.
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BETWEEN: HOME TRUST COMPANY PETITIONER AND: RICHARD GLENN CRAMER also known as GLENN CRAMER MARINA CRAMER also known as MARINA DOROTHY CRAMER also known as MARINA DOROTHY DE FRY ROYAL BANK OF CANADA THE OWNERS, STRATA PLAN BCS2854 JOHN DOE (TENANT) and JANE DOE (TENANT) RESPONDENTS
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HOMES FOR RENT
Sutton Group 604-793-2200
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Re: #107 - 45559 Yale Road, Chilliwack, British Columbia V2P 0B1
TO: RICHARD GLENN CRAMER also known as GLENN CRAMER
for most complete vehicles
MISC. WANTED
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ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks & all others Medical & Fire Free* Alarm Systems 604-792-8055 / 854-8055
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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
FARM EQUIP wanted. Farm tractors, back hoe & equip. Any condition. Call collect 1604-794-7139 or 604-795-0412
We Service all Makes
A&D TREE & GARDEN. Fall pruning / landscaping, leaf blowing. Exp /Insured. Free est. 604-845-5547
NEED A SPECIAL GIFT for a special person? We have collected rate and unusual items for 65 years! Very unique articles and rare items. Some are very inexpensive that show that the giver has a lot of class. Call (604)793-7714 for directions and suggestions
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FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.
MISC. FOR SALE
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
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MEDICAL SUPPLIES
BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, loyal & loving, various colors $900. 250-494-4092. sm.white@shaw.ca
(778)378-6683
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
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Jazzy Pride power wheelchair model J6 NEVER USED. $4000 obo. 604-796-2227
MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca
KWAKIUTL BAND COUNCIL seeking full-time
PETS
2 TINY female hand raised puppies, Yorkie-X. Asking $800. 604-820-8263 or 604-300-3519.
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
MEDICAL/DENTAL
UNDER $300
KENMORE 400 front load DRYER, Kenmore 400 top load WASHER. $250/pair. 778-928-1947
MOVING & STORAGE
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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2 yrs old Stork Craft 4 for 1 crib with organic cotton mattress bumper pads & 2 sets of sheets $180. (604)847-3648
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LABOURERS
FULL TIME seasonal farm worker required for Berry Farm. Daytime work with some evenings and weekends required. $11/hr up to 50 hours/week. Piece rate if applicable. Anticipated start date February 15/14 Education and experience not required. Work includes pruning cultivate, weed, harvest, sort, pack crops. Work is outdoors in all types of weather. Some heavy lifting and able to work with others. Resumes only accepted by e-mail at blueberries@gaskinfarms.com
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from $499 (Made in BC) Repairs & Service. We extend warranties to all makes. Vacuum needs a service every 5 years just like an oil change! 604-792-8055 / 854-8055
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
Chilliwack Location Full and Part time positions.
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BABY EINSTEIN MUSICAL MOTION ACTIVITY JUMPER. $35. 778-928-1947
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FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
VACUUMS
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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This advertisement is place by Home Trust Company whose address for service is #206 - 1110 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2S2, Fax Number: 604688-7799.
CARS - DOMESTIC
2000 Ford Truck 1995. 1999 Ford Explorer 1995. 2000 Toyota RAV4 1995. 2003 Honda 2995. 2006 VW diesel 7888. 2006 Dodge pickup 4995. Eagleridge 855-200-3899
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TRUCKS & VANS
2003 Ford Sport Trac fully loaded, well maintained, $5,900. Ph 1 (778)242-9855 2005 Nissan Sentra auto, loaded, reg oil changes, 160,940 ks, mostly freeway new battery, gd tires, clean interior, some side damage, 1 owner, mechanically sound, runs very well, paperwork available. $3865. Phone or text 1-604-961-8063 email kbastaja@hotmail.com. Car in Chilliwack for viewing
THE WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and MY Mini Storage. Vladimir Rabinovich Take notice that the personal effects located at: 44335 Yale Rd. West Chilliwack, B.C. will, if not claimed by December 25, 2014 be disposed of accordingly. Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to The Manager. MY Mini Storage 604-703-1111
ALR APPLICATION
NOTICE OF EXCLUSION APPLICATION REGARDING LAND IN THE AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE I, Huite and Hannah Brunia of PO BOX 397, Chilliwack, BC, V2P 6J7 intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the following property which is legally described as, Lot 1 District Lots 766, 814 and 816 Group 2 New Westminster District Plan 73216 (PID 005-558-204) and located at 45140 Yale Road (Easy-Flo Vacuum and Trampoline Business). Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to the City of Chilliwack, 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, BC, Canada, V2P 8A4 by January 6, 2015. City of Chilliwack Application: ALR00259
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CUSTOMER APPRECIATION CHRISTMAS SALE On now until December 15th
20
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ALL CLOTHING! Volcom, Fox, Obey, Element, Billabong, RDS, O’Neil, Roxy, Quiksilver, Krew, DC
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Skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, gloves, toques, goggles, helmets from Burton, Volcom, Libtech, Nike, Flow, Rossignol, HEAD, K2, Line
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ALL OUTERWEAR Burton, Volcom, 686, The North Face, Ripzone
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 6747259
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UFV + Chilliwack Changing lives, building community.
INSIDE: WHAT UFV OFFERS UFV AND CHILLIWACK UFV ALUMNI IN CHILLIWACK 40-YEAR CELEBRATIONS LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
In 2014, UFV turns 40. As we celebrate our history, we also dream of growing innovation locally and beyond. We can only do this together with you.
ufv.ca/40
UFV and Chilliwack: Partnering for success for decades! As the College grew in size and reputation, and demand was building for university-level programs, Chilliwack residents packed meetings and rallies in support of the cause, and you helped us become the degreegranting University College of the Fraser Valley.
Thank you, Chilliwack, for your support for your University of the Fraser Valley right from our humble start. When we needed community support to start up a college back in the early 1970s, Chilliwack came through. By September 1974, the first Fraser Valley College classes were being held in local storefronts, high schools, and church basements.
And when it came time to rally for university status in the mid2000s, again you supported us, and we became the University of the Fraser Valley in 2008. Dr. Mark Evered, UFV President and Vice-Chancellor
Our partnership is flourishing. With your help we are building a
first-class campus at the Canada Education Park with outstanding facilities such as BC’s new Agriculture Centre of Excellence. Our shared vision is guiding the development of new teaching and research programs, in trades and technical areas, health sciences, and a host of other fields of study and service. This, our 40th anniversary, has been a year to celebrate past achievements, to thank those who built our foundation for a bright future, and to celebrate the achievements of our many alumni
who are the best proof that we’ve made a difference in lives and communities, here in the Valley and throughout the world. Thank you, Chilliwack. We could not have built our University without you. And together we will continue to grow, for the sake of those who will benefit for decades to come. Dr. Mark Evered, UFV President and Vice-Chancellor
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UFV and Chilliwack — what we offer As a multicampus institution, UFV’s many programs are spread across several communities. UFV offers more than 100 credentials, including certificates, diplomas, bachelor’s degrees, and master’s degrees. Each campus is home to “flagship” programs and also offers programming in other areas. In addition to Chilliwack’s flagship programs in Health Sciences, Agriculture, Applied and Technical Studies, and Theatre, UFV also offers first- and secondyear courses from many different disciplines within Arts, Science, Professional Studies, Continuing Studies, and Upgrading at its Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park. Students from throughout the Fraser Valley and beyond travel to Chilliwack to attend programs based here. An intercampus shuttle bus, introduced in 2013, helps to transport students between Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and Langley.
Programs based in Chilliwack: Agriculture Horticulture Crop Production and Protection certificate Livestock Production certificate Agriculture Technology diploma Milker Technician certificate Bachelor of Business Administration for Agriculture Management Floral Design Current Agricultural Practices Essentials certificate Berry Production Essentials certificate Integrated Pest Management Essentials certificate Field Vegetable Production Essentials certificate
Health Sciences Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Bachelor of Kinesiology and Physical Education degree Practical Nursing diploma Certified Dental Assistant certificate Health Care Assistant certificate
Applied and Technical Studies Architectural Drafting Automotive Service Autobody Collision Culinary Arts Electrician Electronics Heavy Mechanical Hospitality and Event Planning Joinery Plumbing and Piping Welding
Access and Continuing Education Continuing Education courses and programs Upgrading courses Workplace TASK (Training in Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge for the Workplace)
Theatre Theatre diploma Associate of Arts degree in theatre Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with minor or major in theatre (some courses may be in Abbotsford)
To find out more about UFV programs and courses, go to ufv.ca/future-students
“Congratulations UFV
on 40 years of non-stop growth and accomplishments, locally and internationally. Even more exciting is where UFV is headed in the next 40 years.”
GO! UFV GO!
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UFV and Chilliwack – locations, locations, locations UFV’s first temporary homes in Chilliwack were storefronts, church basements, and nightschool classrooms in local high schools. The first offices were in the former Edenbank building. For many years, UFV’s Chilliwack operations were based at the campus on Yale Road, which opened in 1975 and expanded in phases. UFV’s performance theatre, which opened in 1995, continues to present UFV Theatre productions. In 2005, UFV acquired 85 acres of land on the former Canadian Forces Base Chilliwack, and began planning for a new campus on the Canada Education Park (CEP). Other organizations offering education and training on separate sections of the Canada Education Park include the RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency, and the Justice Institute.
In 2007, UFV opened its new Trades and Technology Centre at CEP, after transforming a former military warehouse into a modern shop, lab, and classroom facility. In 2012, UFV made a big move across town. Most programs, courses, and services based at the Chilliwack Yale Road campus moved to the new Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park. Building A at CEP, created through an ‘extreme renovation’ to a former military engineering school, is home to UFV Health Sciences, classrooms, offices, Student Services, a campus library, a black box theatre, and other programs and services. It also features the Aboriginal Gathering Place. Also at CEP, building V is home to classrooms and offices for Agriculture and Continuing Education. Building W is home to a printshop and warehouse.
In 2014, UFV opened the new Agriculture Centre of Excellence at the Canada Education Park, including the state-of-the-art Envision Financial demonstration barn and greenhouse facilities, including the tallest greenhouse in North America. Also in 2014, UFV Five Corners opened in the former Bank of Montreal building in downtown Chilliwack. This location features classrooms and labs and is used for Continuing Education courses and workshops.
In 2014, UFV Five Corners opened in downtown Chilliwack.
UFV opened its Agriculture Centre of Excellence in 2014.
UFV’s Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park has plenty of room for new buildings and facilities as the university develops. UFV’s Chilliwack Yale Road location is currently for sale with the potential for lease opportunities as well. Parts of this site are currently in use by UFV and leaseholders.
Inside Building A at the Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park.
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FVC opens Agriculture Centre in Chilliwack
UCFV offers its first bachelor’s degrees
Classroom block and performance theatre open in Chilliwack
Founding of UCFV Alumni Association
UCFV awarded Federal Canada Research Chair in Aboriginal Studies
First BBA cohort begins study in Chandigarh, India
First master’s degrees awarded
Began construction on new learning block on the Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park (CEP)
UFV awarded Federal Canada Research Chair in Food Security and the Environment
Opened the $44-million, 150,000 square-foot renovated building at the Chilliwack campus at CEP
UFV Campus Connector shuttle bus launches in partnership with Student Union Society
UFV Student Union Building to open in Abbotsford
UCFV Health Sciences Centre opens in Chilliwack
Look around you: UFV alumni are everywhere They are your teachers, nurses, accountants, farmers, business leaders, politicians, lawyers, doctors, police officers, corrections officers, physiotherapists, computer specialists, and administrators. They are your dental assistants, nursing unit clerks, fitness specialists, mechanics, tradespeople, professors, and veterinary assistants. They are your actors, artists, designers, and draftspeople.
Did you know the following current or former Chilliwack residents were once UFV students?
Paul Blessin, lawyer and crown prosecutor
Former MLAs Barry Penner and Gwen O’Mahony, and current MLA John Martin, who was also a UFV professor
Rob Carnegie, director of corporate services at City of Chilliwack
Chilliwack city councillors Jason Lum, Chuck Stam, and Sam Waddington Gwendolyn Point, educator and UFV Chancellor-select Steven Point, provincial court judge, Stó:lō leader, and former Lieutenant Governor of BC. Luke Armstrong, international security specialist
Rick Jones, principal of Chilliwack Secondary Wim Kerkhoff, owner of Kerkhoff Technologies IT company Patti MacAhonic, executive director of the Ann Davis Transition Society and UFV Distinguished Alumni winner for 2014 Tim McAlpine, president and creative director of Currency Marketing
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Alex McAulay, entrepreneur, CFO and COO of Garmatex Technologies and former school trustee Kathleen MacIntosh, lawyer and crown prosecutor who has worked on very high-profile murder cases Lisa Minter-Bustin of Minter Country Garden. Sherry Mumford, director, Mental Health and Addictions, Fraser Health Rob O’Brennan, Fraser Valley Regional Library CEO
New Trades and Technology Centre opens in Chilliwack
Dave Sliman, lawyer and partner at Waterstone Law Group. Co-chaired Friends of UFV group that rallied for university status for UFV in the 2000s. Andy Thompson, actor, producer, playwright; artistic & managing director at The Virtual Stage. Chris Woods, artist whose work examines the impact of popular culture (Star Wars, fast food) on the mind of the contemporary individual
Hosted a national conference on Indigenizing the Academy, held at the CEP Aboriginal Gathering Place
Several of the alumni listed here are part of UFV’s Top 40 alumni. UFV selected the Top 40 alumni as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. To see the list, go to: ufv.ca/top40alumni
Agriculture Centre of Excellence opens in Chilliwack UFV Five Corners opens in Chilliwack
UFV is about to install its second Chancellor. Both Chancellors have been from Chilliwack.
There are many other UFV alumni making a difference in our community. If you would like a UFV Alumni Work Here sticker for your place of business, contact alumni@ufv.ca. Find out more about the UFV Alumni Association at by visiting ufvalumni.ca.
Students living in Chilliwack: In 2014 there were 1,215 full time
UFV Board Chairs and Chancellors — the Chilliwack connection
Brian Minter, Chancellor, 2009–14
Rob Nicklom, 2002–08 Laurence Stinson, 2011–13
of 3,960.
were the home of 1,721 full-time
from Chilliwack: Brian Minter, 1990–94
living in Chilliwack, for a total
In 2014, UFV’s Chilliwack locations
Governors have been Betty Meagher, 1979–82
and 1,745 part-time UFV students
Students based in Chilliwack:
Four of the chairs of UFV’s Board of Luke Zacharias, lawyer with Baker Newby.
UFV Students — the Chilliwack connection*
Gwendolyn Point, Chancellorselect, to be installed in 2015
equivalent student spaces. *UFV students commute to different UFV campuses depending on what program they are in. Students travel to Chilliwack from other communities for programs like Nursing and Trades, and from Chilliwack to other communities for programs like Business and Science.
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FVC establishes permanent campus in Abbotsford
FVC opens Agriculture Centre in Chilliwack
UCFV offers its first bachelor’s degrees
Classroom block and performance theatre open in Chilliwack
Founding of UCFV Alumni Association
UCFV awarded Federal Canada Research Chair in Aboriginal Studies
First BBA cohort begins study in Chandigarh, India
First master’s degrees awarded
Began construction on new learning block on the Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park (CEP)
UFV awarded Federal Canada Research Chair in Food Security and the Environment
Opened the $44-million, 150,000 square-foot renovated building at the Chilliwack campus at CEP
UFV Campus Connector shuttle bus launches in partnership with Student Union Society
UFV Student Union Building to open in Abbotsford
UCFV Health Sciences Centre opens in Chilliwack
Look around you: UFV alumni are everywhere They are your teachers, nurses, accountants, farmers, business leaders, politicians, lawyers, doctors, police officers, corrections officers, physiotherapists, computer specialists, and administrators. They are your dental assistants, nursing unit clerks, fitness specialists, mechanics, tradespeople, professors, and veterinary assistants. They are your actors, artists, designers, and draftspeople.
Did you know the following current or former Chilliwack residents were once UFV students?
Paul Blessin, lawyer and crown prosecutor
Former MLAs Barry Penner and Gwen O’Mahony, and current MLA John Martin, who was also a UFV professor
Rob Carnegie, director of corporate services at City of Chilliwack
Chilliwack city councillors Jason Lum, Chuck Stam, and Sam Waddington Gwendolyn Point, educator and UFV Chancellor-select Steven Point, provincial court judge, Stó:lō leader, and former Lieutenant Governor of BC. Luke Armstrong, international security specialist
Rick Jones, principal of Chilliwack Secondary Wim Kerkhoff, owner of Kerkhoff Technologies IT company Patti MacAhonic, executive director of the Ann Davis Transition Society and UFV Distinguished Alumni winner for 2014 Tim McAlpine, president and creative director of Currency Marketing
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Alex McAulay, entrepreneur, CFO and COO of Garmatex Technologies and former school trustee Kathleen MacIntosh, lawyer and crown prosecutor who has worked on very high-profile murder cases Lisa Minter-Bustin of Minter Country Garden. Sherry Mumford, director, Mental Health and Addictions, Fraser Health Rob O’Brennan, Fraser Valley Regional Library CEO
New Trades and Technology Centre opens in Chilliwack
Dave Sliman, lawyer and partner at Waterstone Law Group. Co-chaired Friends of UFV group that rallied for university status for UFV in the 2000s. Andy Thompson, actor, producer, playwright; artistic & managing director at The Virtual Stage. Chris Woods, artist whose work examines the impact of popular culture (Star Wars, fast food) on the mind of the contemporary individual
Hosted a national conference on Indigenizing the Academy, held at the CEP Aboriginal Gathering Place
Several of the alumni listed here are part of UFV’s Top 40 alumni. UFV selected the Top 40 alumni as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. To see the list, go to: ufv.ca/top40alumni
Agriculture Centre of Excellence opens in Chilliwack UFV Five Corners opens in Chilliwack
UFV is about to install its second Chancellor. Both Chancellors have been from Chilliwack.
There are many other UFV alumni making a difference in our community. If you would like a UFV Alumni Work Here sticker for your place of business, contact alumni@ufv.ca. Find out more about the UFV Alumni Association at by visiting ufvalumni.ca.
Students living in Chilliwack: In 2014 there were 1,215 full time
UFV Board Chairs and Chancellors — the Chilliwack connection
Brian Minter, Chancellor, 2009–14
Rob Nicklom, 2002–08 Laurence Stinson, 2011–13
of 3,960.
were the home of 1,721 full-time
from Chilliwack: Brian Minter, 1990–94
living in Chilliwack, for a total
In 2014, UFV’s Chilliwack locations
Governors have been Betty Meagher, 1979–82
and 1,745 part-time UFV students
Students based in Chilliwack:
Four of the chairs of UFV’s Board of Luke Zacharias, lawyer with Baker Newby.
UFV Students — the Chilliwack connection*
Gwendolyn Point, Chancellorselect, to be installed in 2015
equivalent student spaces. *UFV students commute to different UFV campuses depending on what program they are in. Students travel to Chilliwack from other communities for programs like Nursing and Trades, and from Chilliwack to other communities for programs like Business and Science.
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Celebrating 40 years together Premier’s visit, anniversary party, and corn maze event mark 40th year UFV held events in Chilliwack to mark our anniversary. On April 4, Premier Christy Clark visited to officially open our Agriculture Centre of Excellence. “We promised to support a new, state-of-the-art agriculture facility at UFV, and we’re here today delivering on that promise,” said Premier Clark at the April 4 event. “The new Agriculture Centre of Excellence at UFV supports the BC Jobs Plan, BC Agrifoods Strategy, and our overall plan to grow our economy and create more opportunity.” The Agriculture Centre of Excellence project is a $2.7-million investment in agriculture teaching and innovation. The Ministry of Advanced Education provided $1 million
for the project. The Chilliwack Economic Partners Corporation provided $250,000, with UFV contributing $1.1 million and local industry and partners investing $387,000. On Sept 12, we hosted a Bluegrass and family fun-themed event that included live music, food vendors, a marketplace, kids play zone, and tours of the new Agriculture Centre of Excellence. We also highlighted our rural roots and commitment to excellence in an “a-maze-ing” way. We teamed up with the Taekema and Bruinsma families at the Chilliwack Corn Maze and Pumpkin Farm, as the maze’s charity of choice for 2014. This year’s corn maze design was in the shape of the university’s 40th anniversary logo. Saturday, Sept 13, was UFV Day at the Chilliwack Corn Maze. UFV
UFV President Evered, Premier Christy Clark and Advanced Education Minister Amrik Virk cut ribbon at Agriculture Centre of Excellence.
hosted a full day of family fun, festivity, and activities in celebration of its significant anniversary. Proceeds on that day went to UFV’s Changing Lives, Building Communities Endowment Scholarship. Thanks to our sponsors for these events: Peterbilt Pacific and Fraserway RV for the Corn Maze day, and The Co-operators Insurance and Vandeven Financial Service for the dunk tank at the Sept 12 event.
UFV’s 40th anniversary logo at the Chilliwack Corn Maze.
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Looking to the future As UFV enters its fifth decade, its relationship with the Chilliwack community remains strong. In its latest community plan, the City of Chilliwack identifies the development of a new knowledge economy as a priority, one with a special focus on the service sector, and activities that stem from information technology and advanced education. “In stating that advanced education is crucial to creating this new knowledge economy in Chilliwack, the city is taking seriously UFV’s strategic goal of being a leader of the social, cultural, economic, and environmentally responsible development of the Fraser Valley,” noted Dr. Eric Davis, UFV Vice President Academic and Provost.
“In addition to providing new tradespeople, we need to educate new ‘knowledge workers’ to meet the needs of local communities.” —Dr. Eric Davis, UFV Vice President Academic and Provost
In the latest revision to its education plan, UFV identified three broad areas for focusing program development: health and wellness, agriculture and the environment, and digital media technologies. As home to UFV’s Health Sciences and Agriculture programs, Chilliwack is well positioned to benefit from further program development in these areas. “All three of these areas tie in well with both our region and the changing economy,” noted Eric Davis. “Agriculture and the environment as a potential growth area is a logical result of our location in the heart of the most productive farmland in North America and ties in well with our new Agriculture Centre of Excellence.
“The most pressing and expensive policy issue is health care. If we develop more programs in the area of health and wellness it will result in a healthier population and make health care spending less of a burden. And the future is undeniably digital. Students will need to further develop their digital expertise in order to succeed.” The provincial government recently released the Skills for Jobs Blueprint: Re-engineering Education and Training, which will see provincial funding for post-secondary education increasingly tied to labour market information and workplace targets, particularly to “high demand” occupations. As UFV’s Trades and Technology Centre is located at the UFV campus at Canada Education Park, Chilliwack will also reap the benefits of additional funding for trades programs. The new UFV Five Corners location in downtown Chilliwack allows the university to host community events and present Continuing Studies courses and programs in an area convenient to many Chilliwack businesses and organizations. UFV’s 85 acres on the Canada Education Park means that there is plenty of room for more development and partnerships as the university grows over the next few decades.
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